Learn What's in Store This Summer in DMOI's Latest Newsletter

District of Columbia sent this bulletin at 06/29/2022 10:05 AM EDT

Summer 2022

Message from Lucinda, the Deputy Mayor

Hey DC! It’s summertime and now that #DCIsOpen, this means you and your family can enjoy many outdoor activities over the coming weeks.

The DMOI cluster got the season off to a great start on June 4, as walkers, cyclists, and scooterists took over 7th Street NW in Wards 2 and 6 during the District Department of Transportation’s (DDOT’s) Open Streets DC. Get ready, because the next takeovers are Saturday, July 30 along Benning Road NE in Ward 7; and Saturday, August 27 along Ward 5’s 12th Street NE!

If you love flowers and the insects that nurture them, the Department of Energy and Environment’s (DOEE) Pollinator’s Festival at Kingman and Heritage Islands on June 25 provided lots of tips on how on to protect pollinators. If you missed it, the Islands are always open to explore, and DOEE has lots of other resources on urban agriculture, fishing, gardening, and more!

As you plan cookouts and gatherings in public areas, or are just out enjoying the great outdoors, remember that our Department of Public Works (DPW) loves to keep our city clean—but they need your help! Please dispose of your trash properly—and only use public litter cans for transient waste; not for your household trash.

If you are beginning summer home improvement projects, check the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) website to apply for any necessary permits.

Our Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) may not first come to mind when you think about weather, but it helps inform residents about the flooding risks that heighten this time of year due to summer storms.

The summer usually means more road trips. In cases of short ones around the city, consider using some services from the Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV), such as DC Neighborhood Connect. If you have your own vehicle—or are planning to get one—for longer rides, make sure your vehicle has an updated inspection and registration—and if not, use the Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV) online services when possible.

Enjoy your summer and stay safe!

More People Are Out in the Summer, so Remember Safety Tips

During summer, more pedestrians, bicyclists and scooterists are enjoying the outdoors. Therefore, it is important that everyone promotes traffic safety by obeying the rules of the road. See these links for some important tips:

District agencies like DDOT are committed to Vision Zero goals of making our city’s streets safer and providing more sustainable transportation options.

You can help by following these tips and letting us know of traffic safety concerns by submitting a service request to 311.

Flood Awareness Week: Informing the Public About Flooding Risk

From June 21–24, the District government celebrated DC’s second-annual Flood Awareness Week with events that increased flood risk readiness and education.

The events were held in partnership with DOEE, DISB, the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), DC Silver Jackets, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The kick-off was a June 21 ribbon cutting ceremony of a High Water Mark (HWM) sculpture located near the Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf in Ward 6. This public art project identifies the extent of historic flooding during storm events within DC's floodplain.

Emile Thompson Confirmed as PSC Chairman

On June 7, the DC Council confirmed Emile Thompson as Chairman of the DC Public Service Commission (PSC).

Independent Agency Highlights

Alcohol Beverage Regulation Administration (ABRA)

DC Water

Launched their #LeadFreeDC Newsletter, which chronicles how the public can partner with them to replace all the lead pipes in the District by 2030
Its Event Management System—designed in-house to help track and respond to storms, flooding and other events—won Smart Water Project of the Year at the Global Water Awards in Madrid

Office of the People's Counsel (OPC)

Public Service Commission (PSC)

Infrastructure Week Was a Great Success

In recognition of Infrastructure Week, May 16-21, Mayor Bowser hosted a series of events that highlighted infrastructure projects and initiatives to create a stronger, more resilient, connected, and equitable DC. It was a collaborative initiative that cut across multiple District government agencies.

“Thanks to Mayor Bowser’s visionary leadership, the District has made significant progress in infrastructure programs across all sectors—from transportation and the environment, to workforce development—and that is something to celebrate,” said Lucinda.

Here are the highlights:

Also, our DC infrastructure Academy hosted several events!

Cluster Agency Highlights

Here are just a few DMOI agency accomplishments over the last several months.

Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA)

Launched its Vacant-to-Visual Program to showcase District and regional artists by transforming vacant properties into works of art (photo: Ian Callender of Suite Nation, Laurenee Gavin and DCRA Director Ernest Chrappah)
Added special inspection and improved oversight to Tertius, its online inspector marketplace
Continued to provide assistance to small business owners through its Small Business Resource Center

Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE)

Department of For-Hire Vehicles (DFHV)

Mayor Bowser Announces Expansion of Neighborhood Connect Service in Northwest and Northeast
Launched a new program to fill a shortage in school bus drivers by giving DC taxi drivers an opportunity to get commercial driver licenses to drive a school bus
As of March 30, 2022, DC School Connect provided more than 17,000 trips since it launched

Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV)

Offered new tags in support of the Washington Capitals hockey team and their 2018 Stanley Cup win
Began holding a Live Chat the first Thursday of each month with Director Gabriel Robinson
Continued to emphasize to Skip-the-Trip and access more than 55 services online and through its mobile app

Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)

Co-hosted the 2022 DC Business Expo: Resources for Financial Success (photo: Commissioner Karima Woods encourages the crowd of entrepreneurs)
Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Protects Residents from Auto Insurance Bias
As part of National Housing Month (June), promoted its free financial education programs and resources for potential homeowners, and provided tips to avoid foreclosure in advising residents that the District’s foreclosure moratorium on residential mortgages expires on June 30, 2022

Department of Public Works (DPW)

Launching 15th year of the MuralsDC program) photo: Lucinda listens as DPW's Nancee Lyon describes mural)
Mayor Bowser Celebrates DPW Employees, Kicks Off National Public Works Week with Citywide Graffiti Cleaning Tour
Shared a new video on the differences between illegal dumping and alley cleaning 311 service requests

Department of Transportation (DDOT)

Celebrated its 20th anniversary, to include launching a special logo and wrapping a DC Circulator bus
Mayor Bowser Celebrates the Extension of Metropolitan Branch Trail From Brookland to Fort Totten
Held its second Open Streets event, along the 7th Street corridor between Florida Avenue NW and Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Protect Yourself by Being Up to Date

Being “up to date” means being vaccinated and getting the recommended booster shots. It is the best way to avoid getting COVID-19 and getting a severe case. Learn more at vaccinate.dc.gov.

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