[Mintwood-place] Question about Written statements to ANC on Church-Hotel

[Olivier Kamanda]

Absolutely:

Over the next few weeks, the ANC will hold  two important meetings to share
information and solicit your input regarding the proposed Adams Morgan Hotel
at First Church of Christ Scientists. We invite the public to use this
opportunity to share thoughts.  Please provide us with your written views on
the project, including what you may perceive as a concern or as a benefit to
the community.  Feel free to identify any considerations or remaining
questions that you feel the ANC should evaluate.  Details on the project,
the application filed by the developer, and additional materials can be
accessed at: www.anc1c.org.

Please submit your written commentary through the close of business on
Wednesday, October 19 at October17submissions at gmail.com
Email Submissions:
Email submissions must include in the subject line:   October 17 Submission.
Content of the email must include:
·         A complete first and last name.
·         A complete address.
Comments must be in the body of the email message and not as an attachment.



(Submissions and personal information is for the use of Commissioners only
and will not be distributed.)

Speaking at the Special Forum:
If you wish to speak at the forum, you must state so in your email.
All speakers must bring 8 copies.
Speakers are limited to three minutes.
Submission must be IN WRITING and include:
·         A complete first and last name.
·         A complete address.
NOTE: A speakers list will be developed on a first-come first-served basis.
 However, if you wish to simply send us an email and not speak at the forum,
we will still welcome your input! WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU.


1. October 17 - ANC 1C wants your opinion on the “Adams Morgan Church Hotel
Project”

Your Advisory Neighborhood Commission (1C) is holding an ANC 1C Special
Forum on the proposed development at the First Church of Christ Scientists (
1770 Euclid St., NW ).  This is one of several ways we are making certain
that the community can share with ANC Commissioners their opinions regarding
this project.

What:              ANC 1C Special Forum - Community Information Session on
the proposed development of the First Church of Christ Scientists hotel
project at 1770 Euclid St., NW .
When:            Monday, October 17, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where:           Goodwill Baptist Church , 1862 Kalorama Road, NW .



2. October 27 - Learn about the Planned Unit Development Process

Are you confused about what the process for the proposed development of the
First Church of Christ Scientists hotel or the proposed project at 1711
Florida Ave. project, or do you want to just better understand the process
for all proposed developments?  The ANC is working to ensure you understand
this important District procedure.

The Planning, Zoning & Transportation Committee will host a meeting on
Thursday, October 27 entirely on the topic of Understanding the Planned Unit
Development Process.  The ANC has invited the District Office of Planning to
provide the community with an explanation of the components and process for
the construction and development of projects requiring changes in zoning and
use requirements.

What:  PZT Meeting on Understanding the Planned Unit Development Process
When:  Thursday, October 27, 7:00 PM
Where:  Festival Center , 1640 Columbia Road, NW
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Regards,
Olivier Kamanda


On Thu, Oct 13, 2011 at 1:55 PM, <maryjbelcher at comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi Olivier:
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> As my ANC commissioner, I would like to get from you some clarity about how
> to submit a written statement to the ANC in advance of the October 17
> Special Meeting about the proposed Church-Hotel at 18th Street and Columbia
> Road.
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> I went to the ANC website, but I couldn't figure out whether written
> statements, in fact, were being solicited (as ANC Chairman Reynolds said
> earlier they would be).  Unless I just plain am looking in the wrong place
> and showing my ignorance, It is not clear on the ANC website that comments
> are being solicited, where to send the comments, the fact that this is the
> way that the ANC is planning to weigh the diversity of  neighborhood views
> about the project, and the fact that residents must submit their opinions in
> a written statement and make a written request to have the opportunity to
> speak at the October 17th meeting.
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> Will you as my ANC commissioner please send out to my Mintwood
> neighbors notice of this process, and tell us how to submit written comments
> to the ANC before October 17?
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> This is of special concern to me in light of the fact that the church-hotel
> developers are sending out notices to their supporters about this
> written-comment process; at the same time the developers are taking the
> opportunity to slam as "obstructionist" the legitimate viewpoints
> of neighborhood groups (i.e., the Reed Cooke Neighborhood Association).
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> I have great respect for the many volunteer hours each of you on the ANC
> spends on issues affecting the neighborhood.  But I think a
> public-commenting process needs to be publicized and explained if you are
> seeking a true diversity of opinion about the proposed hotel.  Thank you for
> clarifying this matter for me, and for providing the appopropriate links in
> your response.
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> Mary Belcher
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