Neighborhood Updates 3/30/2026

Written By K Simmons

Hi Neighbors,

I hope you’re doing well. Below are a few updates for your awareness.

DC Department of Transportation (DDOT)

DDOT had initially planned to place some bioretention facilities in our ANC but has eliminated them from our Single Member District (SMD). DDOT will now construct the originally proposed bioretention beds into hardened landscaped areas that will still function as traffic calming bump outs without the intended stormwater infrastructure. The two locations for them in our SMD are noted below. The notice of intent for the Chevy Chase Parkway & Patterson ST location is attached. DDOT will begin construction during the week ending April 3rd, 2026, and it will take approximately 4-6 weeks to complete. This project will add a landscaped green space along the roadway, including new grass areas and planted sections designed to help improve stormwater management and traffic safety. All work will be conducted from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday through Saturday. DDOT thanks you in advance for your patience and understanding during the construction.

  1. Chevy Chase Pkwy & Patterson St NW – landscaped bump-out for traffic calming (replacing existing striping) (scheduled week of 4/3/2026)

  2. Nevada Ave & Livingston St NW – landscaped bump-outs at intersection (schedule TBD)

The Connecticut Avenue Multimodal Safety Improvement Project was initiated in December 2019. DDOT has conducted data analysis, concept development and evaluation, traffic forecasts, and operations analysis. Here are the upcoming improvements to our SMD.

Phase 1 Improvements: Shorter-Term, anticipated construction dates 2026-2027

Oliver Street (& Connecticut)

• Add crosswalk on the south leg of the intersection across Connecticut Avenue

Northampton Street (& Connecticut)

• Move stop bars to improve visibility

• Prohibit the left turn from southbound Connecticut Avenue onto eastbound Northampton Street

• Remove two off-peak parking spaces on Connecticut Avenue to increase visibility. (One on the west side of the intersection, and one on the southeast corner of the intersection).

Dementia Stories DC

Dementia Stories DC is an initiative by The Dap Project that celebrates the lives of D.C. residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s while raising awareness about the care, connection, and support families need. Dementia Stories DC is hosting arts and portrait workshops across the city for Washingtonians living with dementia and their caregivers.

The workshops include three components:

  • Arts-based activities that provide people living with memory loss and their caregivers a meaningful opportunity to connect and learn supportive practices. Workshops will be facilitated by dementia care experts from the George Washington University Institute for Brain Health & Dementia.

  • Portrait sessions with professional photographers to capture and preserve meaningful moments. Participants will receive a copy of the photograph.

  • Recording memories honoring their expansive lives and allowing them to shape their own narratives.

Register here:

The initiative will culminate in a June public exhibit (Alzheimer’s Awareness Month) featuring portraits, photography from the workshops, and oral histories.

For more information, please visit: www.DementiaStoriesDC.com

WMATA

Revisions to Metro's proposed FY27 Budget means that WMATA has been able to consider additional Metro Bus service improvements in the District, above those originally proposed when the FY27 Budget was first published in December 2025. The additional service improvements are meant to make bus service more frequent & reliable, when and where our customers want to travel.

Before these proposed improvements are finalized by the WMATA Board this spring, Metro is seeking feedback from the public on the proposed service improvements. Please see take the customer survey and the proposed service improvements here FY27 Budget Public Comment - DC Proposals | QuestionPro Survey. The survey will open on Friday, March 27 at 9AM and close on Monday, April 6 at 5PM, and will be posted towmata.com/budget. If implemented, the additional proposed service improvements will impact Metro Bus riders across every ward of the District.

Department of Public Works (DPW)

Spring Services

Spring services will begin the first Monday in April. These services include Street and Alley Cleaning, Grass Cutting & Mowing, and Graffiti Removal. For additional information regarding our Spring Operations see: https://dpw.dc.gov/spring

Street & Alley Collection Division teams will complete any remaining leaf collections during the transition to Spring Services. Residents are encouraged to rake leaves into the tree box area or place them in paper bags and set them out in front of their residence, then submit a Yard Waste Collection 311 service request for pickup.

Mechanical Street Sweeping

Mechanical Street Sweeping has resumed. Vehicles parked during posted Street Sweeping hours will be subject to ticketing and relocation.

Helping Hand Program

DPW offers assistance to community groups that organize Saturday neighborhood clean-up projects through the Helping Hand Program. The program runs seasonally from March 1st to October 1st. Applications must be submitted 2 weeks prior to the event. For more information visit: https://dpw.dc.gov/page/dpw-helping-hand-neighborhood-cleanup-0

Roll Off Days in DC are back for 2026!

Here is your opportunity to bring certain large, non-hazardous materials for disposal to the next Roll Off Day near you. Roll Off Days take place in all 8 wards at locations convenient to you. Find the complete list of events and RSVP at tinyurl.com/RollOffDC. While registration is not required, it is appreciated so that DPW can anticipate attendance: tinyurl.com/RollOffDC. Questions? Call the organizing team at 202-442-8150, 10 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday. Note: Roll Off Days occur in all eight wards and each is open to all DC residents (no matter your ward). Find one happening near you at tinyurl.com/RollOffDC. Please see the complete list of what cannot be accepted here: https://communityaffairs.dc.gov/page/items-not-accepted-roll-events

Mark your calendars — Truck Touch 2026 is rolling in!

On Saturday, May 2, 2026, RFK Stadium’s Lot 8 will rev up with excitement from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM for the District of Columbia’s annual "Truck Touch" celebration — a high-energy, hands-on experience for all ages. Hop in a dump truck, cheer on student EV racers, enjoy games & free lunch for kids. Reserve your spot: DC’s Annual Truck Touch Tickets, Saturday, May 2 from 8 am to 2 pm | Eventbrite

Food Waste Collection Program & Food Waste Drop-Off Sites:

For the latest information about DC DPW’s food waste drop-offs citywide, visit zerowaste.dc.gov/foodwastedropoff.

DC DPW’s Special Waste Collection Events:

DPW Special Waste Collection Events for safe disposal of household hazardous waste, recycling of electronics, and secure document shredding will be conducted twice quarterly. Register for them at tinyurl.com/hhw-register.

For more information on residential special waste, visit the District's Zero Waste

DC DPW’s Special Waste Collection Event has been moved slightly to RFK Stadium’s Lot 8, the entrance is off of Independence Ave SE, through September 2026. Registrations as well as proof of DC residency will be required to enter the event.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO PARTICIPATE:
Eventbrite registration is now open for:

  • Thursday, April 30, 2026, 10 AM - 2 PM, at RFK Parking Lot 8 (2500 Independence Ave SE)

  • Saturday, May 9, 2026, 8 AM - 2 PM, at RFK Parking Lot 8 (2500 Independence Ave SE)

Eventbrite registration will open soon for the following events:

Please note that the time selected is the arrival window, not necessarily the time of service. Open to DC residents only. Only one ticket is required per vehicle. No entry will be allowed after 2:00 pm. Please bring proof of residency (e.g., driver's license, utility bill, lease agreement) and Eventbrite registration. No bulk trash, construction & demolition waste, or commercial waste will be allowed.

Unified Communication Center UCC:

DPW is committed to delivering efficient and effective services to residents and quickly resolving issues. To ensure smooth communication for everyone, DPW’s leadership team is here to address continual issues or problems that have not been satisfactorily addressed by the UCC.  UCC Phone: (202) 673-6833 (Mon – Fri) 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Central Email: dpw@dc.gov. 

Regards, 

Karrenthya Simmons   

Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner

3/4G, SMD 05

3G05@anc.dc.gov

www.ksimmonsanc.com

K Simmons
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