Roffman Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
June 17, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Eye on Constituents, The People's Blog
David Roffman, former co-owner of the Georgtowner, was honored Wednesday with the Georgetown Business Association’s 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award. At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown presented a letter of congratulations to Mr. Roffman in recognition of his service to the community.
“Throughout your journalistic career, you have worked to ensure that readers are well-informed of the decision [...]
The Altar of Freedom: Veterans Remembered
May 28, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Eye on Constituents, Family Focus, The People's Blog, Veterans
Each year on Memorial Day we honor the women and men who served in the armed forces and paid the ultimate sacrifice “upon the altar of freedom.” Their courage and commitment to American ideals inspires us to be better citizens and reminds us that freedom is never free. At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown would like [...]
Foggy Bottom Grocery Opens
May 27, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Community Action, Community Events, Eye on Constituents, Job Creation, Local Investment, Neighborhood Revitalization, Real Solutions, Shop Local, Small Businesses, The People's Blog
At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown joined Kris Hart, owner of the Foggy Bottom Grocery Store (FoBo Gro), for the grand opening of the store earlier this month. Kris credits Councilmember Kwame Brown with saving the grocery store with swift action calling him “the man of the hour” and the “small business champion of Washington, DC.”
Watch [...]
Eye on Constituents: Danny Harris “People’s District”
April 1, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Community Action, Eye on Constituents, The People's Blog
Danny Harris is a DC resident and photographer who takes DC’s history seriously. He’s been interviewing District residents across the city for his blog “People’s District.“ Here’s a brief bio on Mr. Harris:
I am a D.C.-based photographer and collector of stories. People’s District is my attempt to catalogue a people’s history of Washington, D.C. The [...]
Eye on Constituents: Social Sightings’ Mickey Thompson
March 5, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Eye on Constituents, The People's Blog
ABC 7 just ran a story on the woman behind Social Sightings, Mickey Thompson. Watch the video below:
For the full story, click here. You can also visit her web page at www.socialsightings.com.
Keeping the District Competitive in the 21st Century
March 4, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Community Action, Economic Development Committee, Eye on Constituents, Local Investment, Real Action Now, The People's Blog
The DC Council recently passed a resolution recognizing the significant contributions of TBED21, Inc., an organization dedicated to keeping the District economically competitive in the 21st century, with a strong focus on underdeveloped and disadvantaged communities.
The text of the Ceremonial Resolution, introduced by At-Large Councilmember Kwame Brown, is as follows:
TBED21 Readiness Recognition Resolution of 2010
To recognize [...]
Norwood Kids Stay Warm with New Winter Coats
February 16, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Eye on Constituents, Family Focus, Healthy Families, Real Solutions, The People's Blog
The historic snowfall this winter has been a chore for many, but for our less fortunate residents it has been a legitimate threat. That’s why Kwame connected Capital Construction Enterprises with Norwood Tenants Association to provide new coats for a charming group of kids. Check out these great photos they sent to us.
Who was your hero during the Blizzard of 2010?
February 16, 2010 by Billy Brown
Filed under Community Action, Eye on Constituents, Real Solutions, Safeguard Communities, The People's Blog
At-Large Councilmember Kwame Brown want to know who was your hero?Was it the neighbor who helped you clear your walkway, the stranger that helped you to your feet when you lost your footing, or the plow driver that you saw removing snow with care and conviction.
February Community Events
February 5, 2010 by Charles Mason
Filed under Community Action, Community Events, Eye on Constituents, Real Solutions, We Alerts
Wednesday, February 3
Councilmember Yvette Alexander Public Safety Meeting
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Kenilworth Elementary School
1300 44th Street Northeast
For more information contact Shameka Johnson, MS, (202) 724-8068.
Thursday, February 4
ANC1B Meeting
7:00 pm
2nd Floor Conference Room
Reeves Center at 14th and U Streets N.W.
Saturday, February 6
Hillcrest Community Civic Association (HCCA) Monthly Meeting
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hillcrest Recreation Center
3100 Denver [...]
Donnie Simpson: What’s Good About DC
January 29, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Eye on Constituents, The People's Blog
Today, Donnie Simpson signed off the air from WPGC radio. At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown listened to Simpson’s last show. He had this to say about the local legend:
“A true real local hero. Really cared about the people. He can never be replaced!”
