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September 28, 2017

If you missed all the excitement of DC native Dave Chappelle hosting Jerry Seinfeld as they shot an episode of Seinfeld's series Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee , head over to our Facebook page for a gallery of photos and some video as well.

Adams Morgan PorchFest is next Saturday!!

Go to facebook.com/adamsmorganporchfest for more information and updates!

Special thanks to sponsors Cultural Tourism DC , Lyft , Lars Etzkorn Law pllc , and SPIN dockless bikeshare

Volunteer at PorchFest

From Cultural Tourism DC:

As a partner of Adams Morgan Partnership BID, Cultural Tourism DC is excited to work with the volunteers for this annual event. If you're interested in volunteering for an afternoon of neighborhood fun at the 5th Annual Adams Morgan PorchFest, we would love to have your help!

Adams Morgan PorchFest is a terrific opportunity to hear great music while meeting new people and supporting local businesses. The event features more than a dozen/patios as performance space for local musicians. As a PorchFest volunteer, you will greet guests at a performance location, acknowledge program sponsors, introduce the performers, and count the number of people enjoying the music. Volunteers also may be asked to help staff set-up and break-down the PorchFest Headquarters and place signs throughout the neighborhood.

There are two volunteer shifts -- 1:30 pm to 4:15 pm and 3:30 pm to 7:15 pm.

You may volunteer for one shift or both shifts by clicking here.

Volunteers must attend an orientation on October 3, the location of which will be sent to you shortly after you sign-up and select your shift(s).

The Annual Meeting of the AMPBID will be Tuesday, October 10, 2017

at 5pm, at the Festival Center at 1640 Columbia Road, NW.

AMPBID Annual Meeting Election Process

At the October 10th Annual Meeting, BID members will have the opportunity to vote for candidates for 5 board slots: three property owners and two business owners.

Voting

Per the by-laws, any properties for which BID taxes are over 60 days delinquent, may not vote nor may they nominate members to the board.

For each class of member, the ballot will list all the candidate names, and members will vote for the number of open slots in that category. For example, there are two business owner slots. All members will have the opportunity to vote for two candidates from the list of all business owner candidates.

Proxies

Proxy votes are allowed.

Pursuant to the BID bylaws, those interested in voting in the board elections by proxy can either contact the BID to request a proxy form, or can develop their own form, as long as it includes: the date of the meeting at which it is applicable (October 10) full names, addresses and the dated signatures of both the individual issuing the proxy and the witness(es) to the signature. The proxy voter can be anyone to whom the property or business owner designates to vote for them and DOES NOT have to be a member of the Adams Morgan Partnership BID. All proxy forms must meet all these criteria to be accepted.

The BID will have a proxy form available by mail and by email, or they can be picked up at the AMPBID office at 1640 Columbia Rd., NW by appointment.

Any questions on this process, please call Kristen at the BID office 202-997-0783 or email her at: Kbarden@adamsmorganonline.org .

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Adams Morgan Farmers Market on Saturday

The market is open on Saturdays through December 23 at 18th Street and Columbia Road, 8:00am - 1:00pm, rain or shine, featuring the Licking Creek Bend Farm, Star Hollow Farm, Remi's Flowers and Plants, Girardot's Crumbs Bakery, and Groff's Content Farm (meats and cheeses).

Save the Date:

Apple Festival and Pie Contest set for October 28

Join us at the Adams Morgan Farmers Market on October 28th from 10:30am - 1:00pm in SunTrust Plaza at the corner of 18th St. and Columbia Rd. for our annual Apple Festival featuring the ever-popular pie contest.

Benefits from the sale of apple pie slices will benefit Joseph's House .

We will have more details about judges and how to enter as we get closer to the date. Also this year, we will be adding a pumpkin carving station. Buy your pumpkin at the market and carve it on site -- we'll be sure all the pumpkin innards are composted instead of ending up in your trash.

Apple Festival Volunteers Needed!

Want to pitch in at the Adams Morgan Apple Festival and help raise money for Joseph's House?

Contact Esther Siegel at esiegel2@igc.org for more information.

Volunteers needed for Mary's Center Noche Tropical Gala

Mary’s Center’s Noche Tropical Gala is happening October 6, 2017 from 6:30 -12 pm at the Washington Hilton.

If you would like to support a local organization, you can do so by volunteering at their liveliest event of the year. Click here to sign up.

If you have any questions you can contact Magali Ceballos at mceballos@maryscenter.org or (202) 420-7014

Town Tavern is going all Hogwarts for October!

click here for more info

More News

DCRA Infraction Fine Increase Amendment Act of 2017

Effective October 1, 2017, the Department of Consumer & Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) will increase certain fines pursuant to the " DCRA Infraction Fine Increase Amendment Act of 2017 " (as part of the Budget Support Act), which requires DCRA to begin issuing doubled fines for identified provisions. DC Municipal Regulation (DCMR); 16 DCMR 3201 Subsection 3201.0 specifically addresses the change in fines for impacted Class 1 infractions.

The District of Columbia Property Maintenance Code (2013), referred to as the “Property Maintenance Code,” will require double fines for certain Code violations, as shown here .

Beginning October 1, 2017, Notices of Infraction for specified offenses will carry fines that are 200% of their current amount for each applicable violation.

Dockless Bikeshare - a New Option for Visitors

Dockless Bikeshare provides another transport option for visitors and residents alike, complementing Capital Bikeshare and other transport options around the city. Some visitors may already be more familiar with dockless bikeshare than D.C residents, with similar systems in place in other cities in the US, Europe, and Asia.

goDCgo has created a set of FAQs about dockless bikeshare systems that will help you inform your visitors should questions arise.


Dockless Bikeshare FAQs

Explore goDCgo's interactive map of the city

Other Services from goDCgo

In addition to discounted Capital Bikeshare passes, goDCgo provides a range of support to the Washington D.C. community. Our support includes:

  • Brochure Ordering : Complimentary ordering and delivery of maps and brochures.
  • Custom Marketing Materials : Custom Get Around Guide detailing transportation options near you and messaging for your website and marketing material.
  • Education & Workshops : On-site training to educate staff about transit options, including Capital Bikeshare.
  • Transit Displays : Digital displays providing real-time transit details to keep everyone informed of all nearby transportation options.
  • Event Travel Coordination : Consultation on event travel coordination from permitting to valet bike parking and Capital Bikeshare Corral Service.

Free Support from goDCgo

Register Online to Attend ABRA's Community Training

Residents and community organizations are invited to attend the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration's (ABRA) community training from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017. Training will cover:

  • District alcohol laws;
  • Protest processes;
  • Filing settlement agreements; and
  • ABRA resources and hearing processes.

Register online or contact ABRA Community Resource Officer Sarah Fashbaugh by Friday, Oct. 20, 2017:

Email or call (202) 397-3971

Sponsorship Opportunities

Jump on board with the Adams Morgan Partnership BID and sponsor one of our community events. Sponsorship will not only allow you to partner with our community, but also to reach some of the most desireable demographics in the city. Upcoming Fall events include Adams Morgan Porch Fest and our Adams Morgan Apple Festival , both in October.

For more information about sponsorships,

contact Kristen Barden via email or at 202-997-0783

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