Support for Federal Workers, Diaper Drive, and Civic Core Site
Happy Monday, Neighbors,
I hope you're having a wonderful start to the week. Here are a few quick updates:
Resources for Navigating Federal Job Loss
For D.C. residents affected by federal job changes, check out the DC Federal Support for unemployment benefits, career help, housing aid, and more. Additionally, The Depot – Resources and help for former Federal employees is a new resource offering career coaching, financial guidance, and mental health support. Their mission is simple: to help fellow former Federal employees and contractors find support, rebuild, and move forward. Whether you need career advice, emotional support, or practical steps for the future, their slogan is We’ve Got You. The Depot was founded by two career civil servants who were impacted by the federal government's recent downsizing efforts.
Diaper Drive
In honor of KIND (Kids in Need of Diapers) Day, the Lafayette Student Council and HSA are partnering on an effort to donate 10,000 diapers to families in need! One-third of DC families report running out of diapers for their children; let’s take the opportunity to help raise awareness and provide basic necessities for local families.
Donations of disposable diapers of all sizes for the Greater DC Diaper Bank will be collected until Thursday, May 8th. You can donate diapers by sending donations in with your students, donating online here: donate online or placing your donations in the receptacles are located at school entrances. Thank you in advance for supporting those in need in our community!
Chevy Chase Civic Core Interviews
Catherine Brennan a student at American University is currently working on a story for a reporting class at American University about the plans for affordable housing in Chevy Chase. She’s looking to interview residents in SMD 05 to hear your perspective on this issue. If you are interested in speaking with her, please contact her at catherineb4604@gmail.com.
Civic Core Site
I am still seeking your feedback on the eight proposals designed to provide our neighborhood and Washington, DC with a new library, community center, outdoor space, parking, and housing. Your feedback is important. You can submit feedback to me via email at 3G05@anc.dc.gov or here: https://forms.office.com/g/U6ycFLkTFJ. Be sure to also share with DMPED at Daniel.lyons@dc.gov.
Check out the Civic Core FAQs at: CHEVY CHASE CIVIC SITE FAQs
Last week we heard DCPL and DPR talk about their design requirements for their new facilities. You can review the meeting here.
The ANC is working on a survey to share with residents. More details to come.
Next ANC Meeting
The next virtual ANC meeting is scheduled for May 12, 2025 at 6:30pm. You can register for the meeting here: Meeting Registration - Zoom and you can review the agenda here: May 12, 2025 Regular Public Meeting – Virtual only | Advisory Neighborhood Commission 3/4G
DC Water Sewer Cleaning and Lining Activities
Week of May 5: 4100 block of Military Rd NW, 3700 - 3800 blocks of Legation St NW, 5500 block of Chevy Chase Pkwy NW, 5400 block of 41st St NW, 3500 block of Legation Rd NW, 3900 block of Legation Rd NW, 5500 block of Nevada Ave NW, 5300 block of 39th St NW