Parking spaces available in The Adamo

ABRA Orientation Training, Dec. 1, 2016

New and existing ABC licensees are invited to attend ABRA’s Orientation Training from 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 to learn about:

• District ABC laws and regulations (including recent changes to the law),
• Tips for working effectively with the community,
• Settlement Agreements,
• Expectations of licensees,
• Best practices, and
• Noise abatement and sound management.

Contact ABRA Community Resource Officer Sarah Fashbaugh by Friday, Nov. 25, 2016 to register:

Email or (202) 397-3971

Attendance for this class is strongly recommended for new license holders. Training is free of charge. Requests for interpreters may be made; however, they must be submitted by the registration deadline.

Training Location

2000 14th St., NW
Suite 400 South, 4th Floor
Washington, DC 20009

ABRA: 2017 Extended Holiday Hours

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA) is informing licensees of eligible holidays for the 2017 Extended Holiday Hours program.

Next year, licensees enrolled in the Extended Holiday Hours program will be able to extend hours until 4 a.m. and operate 24 hours a day during ten District and Federal holidays, which includes three three-day holiday weekends. The complete calendar can be reviewed on ABRA's website .

Licensees registered for the Extended Holiday Hours program during 2016 will be automatically eligible to participate in the program during 2017.

Licensees of on-premises establishments that are not already registered in the program but want to participate would need to register to do so. In order to enroll for 2017, a licensee would need to submit a registration form and public safety plan to ABRA at least 30 days prior to the first holiday a licensee would like to participate. The deadline to register in time to participate in extended hours for New Year's Eve is Dec. 1, 2016.

Once a licensee is registered and approved, the registration will be valid for the calendar year and each year thereafter. There is no fee to enroll. Complete details are available on ABRA's website .

It's important to note that in order to participate in extended hours for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 16, 2017, a licensee would need to be registered to extend hours on Jan. 16, 2017 as part of Inaugural Week. Complete details regarding Inaugural Week registration are available on ABRA's website .

Licensees that have questions can contact ABRA's Licensing Division by emailing or calling (202) 442-4423.

November DCRA Events

Learn the Process of Starting a Business at the DC Public Library

During these FREE monthly sessions, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) will partner with District government agencies to educate customers on how to start a new business in the District of Columbia. The following topics will be discussed:
- Business Licensing
- Corporate registration
- Certificates of Occupancy (C of O)
- Home Occupancy Permits (HOP)
- Grant Opportunities
- Vending
- Farmer Markets
- Certified Business Enterprises (CBE)
Date : Monday, November 21, 2016
Time : 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location : Petworth Neighborhood Library – 4200 Kansas Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20011
To Register : http://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43008

How to Open a Small Business by Navigating through DCRA’s Regulatory Process
During this event the SBRC will have subject experts from: Business Licensing, Corporations, Occupational and Professional Licensing, Permits, Inspections, Zoning.
Date : Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Time : 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Location : DCRA – 1100 4th Street SW, 2nd Floor (Room E-200), Washington, D.C. 20024
Register : http://dcbiz.ecenterdirect.com/events/43215

Nominations open for the 2017 goDCgo Ambassador Awards!

Which Ambassador Is Your Organization?

The goDCgo Ambassador Awards recognize DC employers for their leadership, vision and achievement in sustainable transportation programs. Explore the five award categories to find the best fit for your company and submit a nomination today!

5 Nomination Categories:

• DC Commuter Benefits Law All Star , awarded to the best program started or enhanced because of the Law
• Bike-Friendly Workplace, presented to DC's first-rate cycle-supporting program
• Carpool/Vanpool Award, highlighting an exceptional program making it easy for employees to share the ride
• Telework/Flex/Alternative Schedule Award, recognizing an inspiring work-life balance program
• Most Innovative Commuter Benefits Program, our wild card category! With a creative commuter benefits program, you define this award.

Nominate Your Organization Today! Self-nominations are being accepted now through February 3, 2017.

What do award winners receive?

• Displayable commemorative award
• Recognition at the goDCgo Ambassador Awards ceremony
• Networking with DC businesses and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) leadership
• Social media exposure to 5,000+ followers
• Publicity via press releases
• Company logo on promotional materials

Don't miss this opportunity to stand out amongst your peers and be honored as a DC transportation leader!

Need Assistance Applying?
Request a complimentary consultation from the goDCgo Employer Services team and we’ll work with you to implement free and low-cost additions to your program before the February 3, 2017 award deadline.

Contact Grace (703.247.6984) or Brooke (703.524.4748) today!

Nominate a Small Business for 2017 Small Business Awards

Are you a small business owner with an amazing success story to tell? Since 1963, National Small Business Week has recognized the outstanding achievements of America’s small businesses for their contributions to their local communities, and to our nation’s economy. The U.S. Small Business Administration, Washington Metropolitan District Office is now accepting nominee applications for the 2017 National Small Business Week Award categories.

Show your support and appreciation of the local small business community by submitting nominees for the following award categories:

Award Selections:
• Small Business Person of the Year Awards – anyone/self- nomination
• Small Business Exporter of the Year - anyone/self- nomination
• Small Business Prime Contractor of the Year Award - may only be nominated by a Federal agency
• Small Business Subcontractor of the Year Award - may only be nominated by a Federal prime contractor
• 8(a) Graduate of the Year Award - anyone/self-nomination
• Small Business Development Center Excellence and Innovation Award - anyone/self- nomination
• Women’s Business Center of Excellence Award - anyone/self- nomination

Nomination Deadline: Monday, January 10, 2017 by 3:00 p.m.

For Guidelines visit: www.sba.gov/nsbw/awards

Nomination Submissions : Award nominations may be submitted in hard copy or hand delivered to:

U.S. Small Business Administration
Washington Metropolitan Area District Office
Attn: Shuraie L. Mackin
409 3rd Street, SW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20416
Phone: (202) 205-6392

No matter which method is chosen, nomination deadline is January 10, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. ET. SBA will no longer be using the Small Business Week online portal. All nomination packages may only be hand delivered or mailed to an SBA Office. Email submissions of SBA Awards forms will not be accepted as they contain personally identifiable information (PII).

For More Information: If you have questions about SBA’s award nominations or award criteria, please contact Shuraie Mackin at (202) 205-6392 or shuraie.mackin@sba.gov.