Neighborhood Updates Before the Weekend

Written By K Simmons

Hi Neighbors,

Here are a few quick updates before the weekend!

ANC Meetings

Friendship Place Annual Walk to End Homelessness

The Friendship Place Walk to End Homelessness is April 25. This annual DC event raises awareness and support for ending homelessness in our community.

All proceeds benefit Friendship Place, a nonprofit with proven programs that help people secure housing, find jobs, and rebuild their lives.

Register or donate: https://friendshipplacewalk.org/

DC Department of Transportation (DDOT)

DDOT has removed planned bioretention facilities from our SMD and will instead install landscaped bump-outs for traffic calming (without stormwater features).

Locations:

  • Chevy Chase Pkwy & Patterson St NW: Completed

  • Nevada Ave & Livingston St NW: DDOT will begin construction at Livingston St NW and Nevada Ave NW the week ending May 8, 2026, with work lasting about 4–6 weeks to add landscaped green space and improve stormwater management and traffic safety. Work will occur 7:00 AM–7:00 PM, Monday–Saturday, with one lane open but limited parking and access—please follow posted “Emergency No Parking” signs for updates.

  • Broad Branch and Nevada: DDOT will begin construction at Broad Branch NW and Nevada Ave NW the week ending May 15, 2026, with work lasting approximately 4–6 weeks to add landscaped green space and improve stormwater management and traffic safety. During construction (7:00 AM–7:00 PM, Monday–Saturday), one lane will remain open, but parking and access will be limited; please follow posted “Emergency No Parking” signs for updates.

DC Water

Join Lead Free DC for a virtual session, “Losing the Lead Without Losing Your Yard,” on May 11 from 7–8 PM to learn what to expect during service line replacement and how yards are restored. The meeting will include a program update, tips for preparing, and a live Q&A—join here: bit.ly/LFDCFY26Q3

Ranked Choice Voting

In 2024, DC voters approved Ranked Choice Voting (RCV), and the DC Council funded its implementation in the FY2026 budget. Starting with the June 2026 primary, voters will be able to rank candidates in eligible races with three or more candidates—learn more and find webinars through the DC Board of Elections by visiting this website: RANKED CHOICE VOTING (RCV) IN DC | District of Columbia Board of Elections.

Department of Public Works

Truck Touch 2026 is Saturday, May 2 (8 AM–2 PM) at RFK Stadium, Lot 8—bring the family for a hands-on day with city vehicles, games, and free meals for kids. Reserve your free tickets here.

RFK Community Meeting

Join the April 28 RFK community meeting (6:30–8:00 PM at St. Coletta of Greater Washington 901 Independence Avenue, SE) to review development options and planning updates for the RFK Memorial Stadium campus and share your input. All are welcome—learn more and register online here. Stay up to date by visiting OurRFK.dc.gov.

Age Friendly Task Force

Register for the Age-Friendly DC Task Force Meeting on June 10, 2026 (1–3 PM, hybrid) to hear updates on the 2024–2028 Strategic Plan and related accessibility work in partnership with GWU. Join virtually or in person by registering here: https://gwu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tklJP2VTRXu8VCt11j0Wsg

FYI- Please share my ANC email address 3G05@anc.dc.gov and website www.ksimmonsanc.com with neighbors in our SMD or the community so they can receive updates directly from me. I’m no longer able to post on the Chevy Chase listserv as of January 28, 2026, after declining to send a message that was significantly altered, so please rely on my direct communications or website for ANC updates.

Regards,

Karrenthya Simmons   

Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner

3/4G, SMD 05

3G05@anc.dc.gov

www.ksimmonsanc.com

K Simmons
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