July 7, 2025 Newsletter

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ANC 7D Virtual Meeting

Tuesday, July 8th, 7:00 PM
Join here and enter password anc7d. More information about the meeting, including an agenda, is available here: https://7d0761.wixsite.com/anc7d-1


New RiverSmart Homes Ambassador Training

Join the District of Columbia Department of Energy & Environment and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay for our New RiverSmart Homes (RSH) Ambassador Training on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 from 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM at Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library | 3935 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20019. This training will include:

  • An overview of the RiverSmart Homes (RSH) Program
  • Background on the RiverSmart Homes Ambassadors Program
  • Goals, strategies & expectations of RSH Ambassadors
  • A preview of the upcoming term of service

Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Opportunity

The Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers, Events DC,
Trade Show Contractors Association, Carpenter Contractor Trust, and
Capital Business Solutions are hosting a 10-week construction job readiness bootcamp to get you ready to work and enter the Carpenters Union 3-Year Trade Show Carpentry Apprenticeship program.

Interviews to enter the pre-apprenticeship program will take place on July 16th and July 17th. Please keep those two days blocked to interview.

If selected into the pre-apprenticeship program, the 10-week program will begin on July 26th and will end September 27th with a graduation ceremony to follow.

To apply, please email your resume to Mike Dempsey at mdempsey@cctnetwork.org Questions? Call 771-215-0396.


Capital Bikeshare Fare Update Public Meeting

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT), in partnership with Capital Bikeshare and its participating member jurisdictions, invites you to a virtual public meeting on July 16, 2025, about changes to Capital Bikeshare fares. Capital Bikeshare member jurisdiction staff will provide an overview of changes to the fares and fees for using Capital Bikeshare and answer questions.

DATE: July 16, 2025
TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Event Link: Click Here
Event Password: UpikKydm225 (87455936 when dialing from a phone or video system)


Office of Disability Rights Celebrates the 35th Anniversary of the ADA

Join us for an event honoring the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Hear from leaders, advocates, influencers, and changemakers as the District celebrates this significant milestone, establishing shared opportunities for understanding, learning, and collaboration.

July 22, 2025, 4 pm (Doors open at 3:30 pm)
Martin L. King Library
901 G Street NW, 5th Floor


Help OP Shape Queer Public Spaces in D.C.

We want to hear from you! As part of World Pride 2025, and in support of the DC Comprehensive Plan, DC 2050, the Office of Planning is hosting a community workshop to reimagine how D.C. supports LGBTQ+ communities through inclusive public spaces, public art, housing, and more.  Your input will help shape ideas for inclusive, safe, and joyful spaces for queer people. Whether you're a long-time resident, new to the city, or just visiting, your voice matters. Your responses are anonymous and will directly inform the design and themes for contributing to a more inclusive and vibrant D.C.


Contact the DISB Student Loan Ombudsman Today!

The Ombudsman conducts outreach events and offers one-on-one office appointments to address your student loan concerns.

202-727-8000
DCLoanHelp@dc.gov disb.complaints@dc.gov
DISB.dc.gov/studentloanhelp