October 27, 2025 Newsletter

Hello everyone,

This week’s newsletter is packed with updates including: details on the upcoming construction that will close the Benning Road ramp to 295, a bunch of community events, and information about a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway hosted by Councilmember Felder.

I also wanted to share that I’ve joined several other Commissioners in signing a letter asking the Council to hold an oversight hearing on MPD’s cooperation with ICE. We want them to use this hearing to determine if MPD's work with ICE has violated DC law or standards. A few of you raised concerns about this at our last RTCO meeting, so I’ve included a link with contact information for government officials you can reach out to if you’d like to support the call for a hearing. The more people who reach out the better!

Finally, don’t forget to scroll to the bottom of this newsletter for new links to the events calendar and past newsletters you might have missed.

Have a great week, and have a fun and safe Friday if you're heading out for trick-or-treating!
Katie

Benning Road Ramp to 295 Construction Update

I just received word that construction on the ramp from Benning Road to 295, both northbound and southbound, will begin shortly after November 3. Work will take place from 7 PM to 7 AM, Monday through Friday, for approximately 8-10 weeks. If there are any other changes to this plan, I will let you know.

PaveDC

The 2025 Paving Plan is published on the PaveDC website before the start of the construction season. The website also includes separate tabs for sidewalks scheduled for repair and the Alley Restoration Plan for Fiscal Year 2025. For more information about these projects, please visit DDOT's interactive tool, PaveDC.

Estate Planning and Legal Clinic - Securing Your Legacy

This event will include an overview of estate planning concepts and documents such as a will and probate, trust, healthcare directives, power of attorney and more. Learn about the steps you can take to plan for your future and protect your property, possessions and loved ones.

At this event, DC residents will have the opportunity to learn more about their property's ownership. DC residents will also have the opportunity to complete on-site intake for estate planning, probate, and/or foreclosure legal services, and may be paired with a lawyer from a participating organization at no cost; strict income restrictions apply for those interested in legal representation.

Advanced registration is required, but a limited number of walk-up spots may be available.

This event is in collaboration with DC Affordable Law Firm. If you have any questions regarding this event, please email sudi.tasissa@dc.gov.

Wednesday, October 29 · 5 - 8pm EDT. Doors at 4:30pm
Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library - 5401 South Dakota Avenue Northeast Washington, DC 20011

DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Capital Construction Projects Meeting

Please join the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) for a virtual community meeting regarding the upcoming capital construction projects coming to the Ward 7 community. 

Date:  Thursday, October 30
Time:  6:00 PM 
Location: Virtual 
For more information and to RSVP, please visit:  https://wardupdates.splashthat.com

Legends Game Nights

Events DC will host Legends Game Nights in all four quadrants of the city, and one will be held at The Chateau, right here in ANC 7D! These four game nights will be filled with an array of activities, including dancing, classic board and card games, digital and arcade games, crafts and fellowship over food. This event is free and open to the public and is geared towards DC residents over the age of 60. All food and giveaways are on a first come-first served basis.

Register for The Chateau Lounge on Wednesday, November 5, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm

Brake Light Repair Request (MetroDC DSA)

Use this form to request a new brake or tail light, and then stop by between 11am–4pm on SAT, NOV 8 outside the Autozone at 955 Longfellow St NW, Washington, DC 20011 and we'll do our best to replace your light for free. 

Transportation Town Hall

Join Councilmember Felder, DDOT Director Kershbaum, and other DDOT representatives as they discuss transportation project updates.

Wednesday, November 12
6-8 PM
The Strand
5131 Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue Northeast Washington, DC 20019

Councilmember Felder's Thanksgiving Giveaway

Join Councilmember Felder for our Ward 7 Thanksgiving Giveaway! We’re giving out turkeys & gift cards to celebrate and give back!

Ward 7 residents can sign up to receive either a turkey or a gift card to help make their Thanksgiving meal special. This event is open to all Ward 7 residents (while supplies last), and we welcome everyone to come out, connect with neighbors, and share in the holiday spirit.

For questions or additional details, please contact our office at 202-724-8068. Let’s come together and make this Thanksgiving one to remember!

Friday, November 21 · 11am - 1pm EST
Festival Grounds At RFK Campus - 2500 Independence Avenue Southeast Lot 8 Washington, DC 20003

Leaf Collection

River Terrace is in leaf collection Section C: December 1 – December 13.

On the Sunday before your scheduled collection week, please rake leaves into the tree box. If your property does not have a tree box, place the leaves at the curb directly in front of your home. Leaves placed in paper bags and set at the curb or tree box will also be picked up during our collection pass.

Bagging: only leaves in paper bags will be accepted. Plastic bags cannot be composted and will not be collected.

If there are delays due to weather, I will send out an update.

Check out the Leaf Collection Tracker here.

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