MINUTES
ANC3D FEBRUARY 6, 2008
The regularly scheduled monthly meeting of ANC3D was held on Wednesday February 6, 2008 at Sibley Memorial Hospital’s Ernst Auditorium. The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM by Vice-Chair Alma Gates in the absence of the Chair, Rachel Thompson. Other Commissioners present: Heuer, Haas, Minichiello, Sandza (regular secretary), Smith and Wells.
Police Report:
Was presented by Officer McElwee
Community Concerns:
Captain Christopher Jordan, Capital Projects Officer, DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department, reported on the proposed renovations for Engine Company 29's firehouse at 4811 MacArthur Blvd.
The ANC accepted the invitation of resident Kent Slowinski to arrange a visit to the Philips Park development property to observe what he believes are sediment run off problems.
4505 Macomb Street NW: Peter Grina, architect, representing the owners of this property appeared before the Commission. The property owners are seeking a variance from their front yard setback requirements and a special exception to allow an addition to an existing one-family dwelling for a nonconforming structure not meeting the rear yard requirements. The request is to add a breakfast room and basement storage, and a cantilevered roof structure over the front stoop. The addition meets the side yard setback. The property owners provided the required neighborhood notice of their intention to build the addition. No objectors appeared at the meeting or voiced any objection prior to the meeting. Commissioner Sandza made a motion to approve this request. Vote 7-0-0.
Nations Triathlon; Chuck Brodsky sought Commission approval for this race proposed for September 14, 2008. Clara Barton Parkway and Canal Road (from Key Bridge to Glen Echo) will be closed for the bicycle portion of the race from Canal Road to Glen Echo from 7:15 AM – 11:30 AM. It is expected that 3500 people will participate. Commissioner Smith moved to approve this request. Vote 7-0-0.
USACE Spring Valley Munitions Removal: Commissioners Smith and Wells reported on the January 8, 2008 public meeting sponsored by ANC 3D, Councilmember Mary Cheh, the US Corps of Engineers and the RAB. They also reported that the ANC reached an agreement with the Army that ANC Commissioners may discuss matters addressed at partnering meetings with other elected officials.
Discussion and Vote on Resolution Urging the City Council to Schedule Hearings on Pedestrian Safety Reinforcement Amendment Act of 2007”
Commissioner Smith moved that an amended resolution be sent to the D.C. Council calling on it to hold hearings on the Pedestrian Safety Reinforcement Amendment Act of 2007.” Vote 7-0-0.
Commission Business:
Treasurers Report: There is currently a balance of $25,946.09 in the Bank of America Checking Account. The Quarterly Treasurers report for October 1 through December 31, 2007 was presented. Commissioner Heuer moved to approve. Vote 7-0-0.
The minutes from the special emergency meeting of October 25, 2007 to review Sibley’s revised plans were approved as amended. The minutes of the regular January 7, 2008 meeting were approved.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:10 PM.
The next meeting will be Wednesday March 5, 2008.
Respectfully submitted
Elizabeth (Betsy) Sandza, ANC 3D Secretary