Capitol Dome Restoration Update
 As the Dome Restoration Project preparation gets underway trucks will begin to deliver equipment and supplies to the East and West Fronts of the U.S. Capitol beginning January 8, 2014. These deliveries will occur between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. Flagmen will direct pedestrians to use the sidewalk during the delivery process for safety. If a pedestrian is unable to use the alternate sidewalk due to the need for wheelchair accessibility or other accommodation, then the flagmen will direct the truck traffic to stop and allow the pedestrian to safely pass on the sidewalk. Additionally, a staging area will be established on the northwest lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the duration of the project. more
Complete details and background on the Capitol Dome Restoration can be found at www.aoc.gov/dome
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 The Architect of the Capitol is currently installing a protective netting to the exterior stone façade of the Cannon House Office Building. This work will enhance safety at all entrances to the building by capturing failing modillions from the pediment cornice. Work is being performed between the hours of 5 a.m. and 2 p.m. Pedestrian detours will be implemented on Independence Avenue from January 18 through January 20, and on New Jersey Avenue from January 21 through January 24. Completion of this project is expected at the end of January. more
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 During the first week of January, as approved by the Joint Committee on the Library, three statues in the National Statuary Hall collection were moved from the second-floor Senate connecting corridor. This is an area that is not accessible to most visitors and has been designated for the display of future marble busts of vice presidents. The statues of John Hanson (Maryland), Patrick Anthony McCarran (Nevada), and Roger Williams (Rhode Island) joined other statues in the Hall of Columns on the first floor of the House wing.
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Wednesday, February 5, 9 a.m. - The Architect of the Capitol (AOC) is hosting a Small Business Day on February 5, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center in the South Congressional Meeting Room. This event is for small business concerns and is designed to provide information about doing business with the AOC. The Small Business Day is free and open to any small business owner and large businesses who are interested in subcontracting opportunities with small businesses; however, advance reservation is required by e-mailing smallbusiness@aoc.gov by Friday, January 24. more
Wednesday, January 22, 12 p.m. What do manila folders, Chanel No. 5, vanilla and fossil fuels have in common? They all come from plants on permanent display in the USBG Conservatory. Take a tour with a knowledgeable guide who will connect the exotic plant world to everyday life. You might see bananas, cacao and coffee ripening on the tree or learn about the next big breakthrough in medicinal plant research. more
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AOC Media Contact
Laura Condeluci has been detailed to Communications and Congressional Relations to fill the role that Eva Malecki previously held as AOC's point of contact for the media. Laura joins CCR after three years on the AOC team at the US Botanic Garden, where she handled media issues, outreach and exhibits. Prior to that, she spent seven years on Capitol Hill managing press office operations and serving as a spokesperson for members of Congress in both the House and Senate. Laura can be reached at 202.228.3090 or lcondelu@aoc.gov.
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