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What to Do With RFK?

Nov 11, 2015 | Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home, Reservation 13 & RFK

CHRS Comments to Congress, 2017: Comments2CongressRFKstadiumLeaseHR3373_2_ME2017

Monte Edwards believes it is too small for a new stadium.  His article on the subject appeared in the November 2015 issue of the Hill Rag:WhatToDoWithRFKhillRag2015

DDOE Wildlife Action Plan Comments

Sep 2, 2015 | Agency Studies & Reports, Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home, Uncategorized

CHRS urges DOEE to make the Wildlife Action Plan goals a priority for entire DC government. (more…)

Proposed Regulations Allowing Full-motion Electronic Signs

Apr 24, 2015 | Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home, Signage

CHRS filed comments April 24, 2015 on DDOT’s proposed regulations allowing full-motion electronic signs in “Designated Entertainment Areas,” potentially including H Street, NE. (more…)

Plan for Remediation at Washington Gas Site in SE DC

Oct 22, 2014 | Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home, Uncategorized

In September 2014, the National Park Service and District of Columbia approved a plan to address contamination in the soil in the area southeast of Water Street, beneath and east of the 11th Street Bridge.

Additional information: NPSwashGasCleanUp100914eap

1310 E Capitol – demo denied

Oct 1, 2012 | Historic Preservation Committee, Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home

Mayor’s Agent denies request for demolition.  Preservationists are applauding a District of Columbia decision to save a 104 year old carriage house near Lincoln Park which had been neglected by owners for many years.
For more information: HPO decision 1310 E Capitol and press release 1310 E Capitol.

CHRS Adopts Position on DC Trolleys

Dec 1, 2011 | H Street Overpass, Misc Issues (inc. Environment), Not on Home

CHRS adopts policy in support of trolleys in the District of Columbia utilizing power sources other than overhead wires.  CHRS Streecar Resolution

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