Monthly Archives: September 2009

Update On Smartbike Expansion

As discussed by GM in June, the long discussed expansion of the District’s bike sharing program, SmartBike, which was to include a Georgetown station, has been delayed. Today the Director of DDOT Gabe Klein sent out a message giving an … Continue reading

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The Great Georgetown Bugaboo: Cars and Parking

At Monday’s ANC meeting there was a near constant theme that weaves itself through just about every ANC2E meeting: cars and parking. It is the received wisdom that parking is a scarce commodity in Georgetown that needs to be defended … Continue reading

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The Morning Metropolitan

Good Friday before Labor Day Georgetown, here’s the latest: The Georgetown Sexual Assaulter* gets front page treatment by the Post. Arisu gets the thumbs up from Sietsema. PARK(ing) Day may bring croquet and some lemonade to a parking spot in … Continue reading

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1700 block of 32nd St.

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Hurt Home Offer Deadline Extended

GM reported two weeks ago that the deadline for offers to develop the Hurt Home on R St. were due Friday August 21st. According the office of the Deputy Mayor of Planning and Economic Development the deadline has been extended … Continue reading

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The Morning Metropolitan

Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest: Georgetown just got slightly more Schwarzeneggerish. Come out to Nationals Park for Ward Two Night Out September 9th. Pick up your free Nats tickets at Jack Evans office in the Wilson Building by next … Continue reading

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1700 block of Wisconsin Ave.

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ANC Roundup: Marathon Edition

As “prequeled” yesterday, GM attended a brutal marathon-like ANC meeting Monday night. After a long warm-down run and a good night’s sleep, GM is now ready to give an account of the race. Along the way, we’ll pass sewage pipes, … Continue reading

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The Morning Metropolitan

Good morning Georgetown, here’s the latest: MPD 2D Commander Matthew Klein with the best quote yet about the so-called “Georgetown Cuddler”: “You cuddle someone you love. We’re looking for a criminal.“ Do not steal this bike. Via the listserv: Apparently … Continue reading

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1700 block of 32nd St.

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