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CLICK HERE
for up-to-date listings of which Adams Morgan businesses are open during this crisis and what their delivery/carryout/gift card options are.
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#AdamsMorganStrong video launched to highlight Adams Morgan businesses, raise money for Adams Morgan Day
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We've put together a short music video highlighting dozens of our 240+ small businesses that need your help during these difficult times so that we can have more laughs, more meals together, more fun, and more time TOGETHER. Consider making a donation at
admodc.org/support
to support Adams Morgan Day.
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ReOpen Phase 1 Begins Friday
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The Mayor announced today that
DC will be entering phase one of reopening beginning this Friday, May 29th.
You can review today's situational update
here
.
Click Here
for additional information and guidelines, including the new Mayor's Order.
Phase 1 for Retail Businesses:
Nonessential retail businesses may open to customers for:
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Outdoor pickup by customers of items ordered online or over the phone;
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Delivery of items ordered online or over the phone;
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Indoor shopping and indoor pickup of items continues to be prohibited at nonessential retail businesses; and
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Minimum Basic Operations of nonessential retail businesses may continue.
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RAMW: Phase 1 for Food & Beverage
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As Friday’s planned reopening in the District is upon us, we are sharing quick updates, reminders, and resources as you make your plans.
DC - Stage 1 Reopening - Friday May 29
Today, Mayor Bowser released the official order permitting reopening of the District under Stage 1 guidelines on Friday, May 29th.
Click here for the Order
.
Click here
for the
NEW
Stage 1 Restaurant Guidance
. As we expected, the Stage 1 Order includes that taverns, nightclubs and mixed-use facilities that serve food, and that are already approved to provide such outdoor service by ABRA, may also operate outdoor dining. The Mayor has tasked the agencies with providing additional clarity through rulemaking and we are looking to get details from the agencies in the next 24 hours, as we understand that they are providing clarifications that our industry specifically requested. We know everyone is eager to prepare, but please try to be patient as the agencies move as quickly as possible.
Below is a recap of guidance, but not a full breakdown, so make sure you are reading the new
guidance
in its entirety.
In Stage 1, DC Restaurants, Taverns and Foodservice establishments CAN:
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Can continue takeout and delivery service
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Can open for outdoor table service only, with physical distancing and safeguards in place
Safeguards include:
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Minimum physical distancing of at least six feet between tables
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Use of masks in public spaces
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Stringent sanitation and hygiene practices
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Can seat parties of up to 6 guests
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In this Stage, reservations are encouraged and dining records should be saved for at least 30 days. Customers should provide names and contact information and record time of arrival.
Quick recap of newly released Stage 1 Guidance:
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Patrons should wear face coverings while not eating or drinking (e.g. while ordering food and prior to being served, and after completion of meal), and maintain 6 feet of distance from those not in your party.
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Employees should wear proper face coverings while working and wash hands frequently, including before and after using the restroom, before serving food and beverages, and after removing used dishware, glassware, utensils, and napkins from tables.
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Employees must wear gloves when handling ready-to-eat foods.
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Employers should screen employees by assessing symptoms of workers (including fever) with a questionnaire, at the beginning of their shift, ideally before entering the facility or operation. Sick employees should not report to work.
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All table items must either be single use and disposed of after use, or cleaned and sanitized between uses/table seatings. This includes digital ordering screens, utensils, dinnerware, drinkware, tablecloths, and napkin and condiment containers (i.e., any items that may have been touched by customers).
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Tables and chairs must be cleaned and disinfected after each seating, and check presenters are to be cleaned and disinfected after every use.
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Restrooms must be cleaned and disinfected frequently and appropriately marked and monitored to ensure social distancing guidelines are followed.
In Stage 1, DC Restaurants, Taverns and Foodservice establishments CANNOT:
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Cannot utilize any seating indoors, even near windows or doors that open
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Cannot utilize buffets
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Cannot seat parties larger than 6
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Cannot permit standing or seating at an outdoor bar of any kind. ALL BAR SEATING IS PROHIBITED, unless noted otherwise in additional guidance offered by agency.
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Cannot allow people waiting to dine to congregate in a way that violates social distancing requirements
All operators should expect and be prepared for inspections by agencies as they will be pushing for compliance, especially as we enter Stage 1. The city wants to be collaborative with our industry to make sure everyone understands how this process should be done.
Guidance To Date
As part of reopening guidance, some of you have asked for more information on protocol regarding employee and customer exposure to COVID-19. Many organizations are creating their own response plan based on guidance from OSHA, CDC, and DOH.
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You may have seen Think Food Group shared their
Reopening Handbook
on Friday, which includes their internal response plan should an employee become ill.
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Click here
for OSHA Workplace Guidance.
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Click here
for the CDC’s Guidance for Businesses and Employers, which speaks directly to recommendations around how to trace back, notify, track, and whether to close or not.
According to the CDC, in most cases, you do not need to shut down your facility, but there is recommended protocol that may result in you deciding to close for a period depending on the establishment and workspaces, and the ability to clean and disinfect while minimizing potential exposure.
Furthermore, the DC Department Health shared these recommendations on Monitoring Employee Health:
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Employers should be aware of COVID-19 symptoms, as outlined on
coronavirus.dc.gov
, and regularly monitor employees throughout their shift.
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Notify DC Health immediately upon being notified of an employee testing positive for COVID-19 at
food.safety@dc.gov
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Exclude employee from facility until cleared by their healthcare provider to return to work.
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Restrict employees from the food establishment that have come into contact with a positive case of COVID-19 for 14 days.
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Clean and sanitize as outlined in the CDC guidance,
found here
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For free COVID-19 testing call 1 855 363 0333 (English) 1 844 796 2797 (Spanish)
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Helpful Article:
Your Employee Tested Positive for Covid-19. What Do You Do?
As we begin reopening slowly and gradually, we want to underscore that everyone has a role and shared responsibility to protect those around us which includes a shared responsibility between the patron and the operator, and between employers and employees. There is also a shared responsibility from our elected officials and agencies to position all of you for success during this uncertain time. Our team is here to assist with questions as you navigate reopening. As soon as we get the detailed guidance we will post and share. Please continue to send your questions to
coronavirus@ramw.org
for our team to address as quickly as possible.
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Free Supply Packages Given to Businesses Reopening in Phase 1
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In case you missed yesterday's newsletter, the Mayor's Office will be distributing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to BIDs and Main Streets organizations -- we are getting information now on how businesses will be able to pick up "starter kits" of PPE at the end of the week/over the weekend from centralized locations. We will post information and a link on our website, once all of that information is available. The supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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ANC1C Seeks Input on 18th Street Options
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ANC 1C is seeking community input on a
resolution
in favor of opening and expanding uses of public space on 18th street in Adams Morgan.
They will consider this resolution at their June 3
ANC 1C meeting and will also discuss the topic at their June 10 ABC & Public Safety Committee meeting and June 17 Planning, Zoning, and Transportation Committee meeting (agendas coming soon).
They want to hear from you! If you would like to weigh in, please
contact your commissioner
and/or participate in one or more of the upcoming virtual meetings.
Upcoming meeting:
June ANC 1C Meeting
Wednesday, June 3, 7:00 pm. (login details on their
website
)
Agenda:
-Jackie Beathea, outreach coordinator for MPD's Third District, to discuss ways to keep our community together and safe and prevent crime.
-Presentation about new PUDO (pick-up, drop-off) zones by DDOT.
Consent Agenda:
-Approve May ANC meeting
minutes
.
-Addition of Chris Jackson to PZT committee.
Regular Agenda:
-Consider LightHouse grant request.
-Consider resolution supporting the Office of the DC Auditor’s recommendations in the
“
Are ANCs Given Great Weight
?”
report.
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Resolution
in favor of opening and expanding uses of public space on 18th street in Adams Morgan.
-Consider a
petition
for a crosswalk at the intersection of Biltmore Street and 19th Street. Currently, there are no crosswalks to safely cross Biltmore Street between Calvert Street and Columbia Road.
Please check
anc1c.org
for updates.
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Free Vinyl Banners for Your Business
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From
BaseCamp
, 1929 18th St. NW
In the past three weeks we have seen our friends in the restaurant & hospitality industry take a big hit. Basecamp DC stands in solidarity with all the essential businesses in the DMV metro area. We are offering a free indoor poster or outdoor vinyl banner to support those businesses affected by Covid-19.
They can be used to display updated hours, delivery information, or how best to support you during this time. If you need assistance designing it, let us know.
Here are the sizes we are offering at this time:
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FREE 2x3 Vinyl Banner
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FREE 2x4 Vinyl Banner
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FREE Indoor Paper Poster 2x3 feet
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$20 for 3x5 Vinyl Banner ($75 retail value)
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$15 for Indoor Paper Poster 3x5 ($60 retail value)
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If you have custom size please let us know and we can price that out too!
We are open for free pick up at 1929 18th St. NW. We also offer a shipment or courier for the price of $12.
Click Here for more information
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Register for Free June Business Webinars from DCRA
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All Things Non-profit
Thursday, June 4, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Register
Learn How To Become A CBE (Certified Business Enterprise)
Wednesday, June 10, 2020 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Register
MHCDO Partnership: Steps To Obtaining A Business License
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Register times available:
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm:
Register
3:00 - 4:30 pm:
Register
Navigating Government Contracting With DCPTAC
Thursday, June 18, 2020 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Register
Introduction To Government Contracting
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Register
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The COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated the rise of e-commerce. As more consumers seek to shop from the safety of their home, businesses will need to adapt. Join the Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) and the Latino Economic Development Center (LEDC) for the DC E-Commerce Summit and learn how to take your business online.
Register Now
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Consulting Help With Your Restaurant's Recovery
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from
Linda Roth Associates, Inc.
(an Adams Morgan business located at 2424 18th Street in Adams Morgan, above Wawa)
Like all small businesses, we are navigating the effects of the pandemic and learning as we go. We love the restaurant community and are dedicated to ensuring restaurants, suppliers, and food & beverage producers survive and thrive after this crisis has passed.
What we do best is offer our expertise to businesses in need. We are proud to announce a new complimentary consultation program intended to help foodservice businesses approaching new phases of recovery. If your community is loosening restrictions, or you have decided to adapt your business model, please reach out and let our experienced marketers and digital strategists provide insights and guidance as you consider your path forward.
Starting Tuesday, May 26, through the end of June, we will focus our efforts on guiding interested restaurateurs and makers through best practices related to PR and Digital Marketing. We will devise personalized solutions related to messaging around reopening (whatever that looks like), promotional resources (many of which are free), thoughtful social media, and affordable ways to reach diners, navigate the media, and rebuild revenue.
Step 1:
Take 10 minutes to complete the below questionnaire to help us understand your business and recovery goals.
→
START THE PROCESS
Step 2:
You will receive a link to schedule a complimentary 30 minute consultation.
Step 3:
When we connect, come prepared with questions, and we will pull from our decades of work in and around hospitality to help get you through this.
Step 4:
We will follow up to provide any specific resources that we think will help.
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsor one of our community events! Partner with our community while reaching some of the city's most desirable demographics. For details, contact
Kristen Barden
at
202-997-0783.
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Adams Morgan Partnership
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