Capitol Riverfront Launches Mobile Site
Want to find out where to get a bite to eat? Want to know what's going on with that building under construction? Or what event is happening in the Capitol Riverfront? Capitol Riverfront has launched a mobile site to answer your questions.
Just go to capitolriverfront.org on your mobile device and you'll see options to find places near you to eat or see if there are any events going on in the Yards Park. Or click on the development button and select development projects near me to see what projects are close to your current location. Your device's GPS functionality must be enabled to utilize the 'near me' options.
Let us know how it's working or if you have suggestions to make the mobile site better. Email it to Ted Skirbunt at ted@capitolriverfront.org. The BID worked with Geocentric to create and design the BID's mobile site.
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Greenprint of Growth Presentation Now Available Online
The Greenprint of Growth presentation given by Shyam Kannan, Principal and PSG Director at Robert Charles Lesser & Co., at the Capitol Riverfront BID's annual meeting is now available online on the BID's website. Click here to view the presentation.
The Greenprint of Growth study analyzed numerous data sources to understand the magnitude of development, shift in demographics, and jobs creation that is occurring along the Green Line Corridor. End results of the analysis suggest the study area as a regional leader for capturing highly-prized young professional housing demand and high-wage employment.
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Hearing Scheduled for "Capitol Riverfront Amendment Act of 2012"
The "Capitol Riverfront BID Amendment Act of 2012" will be presented at a public hearing on Thursday, March 22 at 10:00 am in Room 412 of the John A. Wilson Building, located at 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW.
This Act, voted and approved by BID Board of Directors and General membership, revises the BID tax rates in the Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement District.
The Committee on Finance and Revenue invites the public to testify on behalf of the BID at the hearing. Those who wish to testify should contact Sarina Loy, Committee Assistant at (202) 724-8058 or sloy@dccouncil.us, and provide your name, organizational affiliation (if any), and title with the organization by 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 21, 2012. Additional written statements are encouraged and will be made part of the official record. Click here for more information.
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
--Volunteers needed to help install a labyrinth as part of the city's 5X5 Art Project this spring! Help needed for March 15th (1pm-dark), 16th (10 am to 6 pm)
and 17th (10am to 3pm) at the Yards Park to dig and plant the labyrinth at the East Lawn. Lunch, drinks and snacks included. Contact Tattfoo Tan at info@tattoo.com.
--River/Wetland clean-up at the Earth Conservation Corps pump house on
April 21st 9 am-12 pm, located at
--National Cherry Blossom Festival Lantern Making Family Day on April 21, 2012 at the Yards Park. Two shifts for volunteers to assist: 10 am to 12pm and 12 pm to 2pm. As an official event of the National Cherry Blossom Festival, the lantern making day will feature a variety of Japanese cultural activities. Volunteers receive t-shirts! Email Kathleen Kruczlnicki if interested in volunteering with preferred shift and t-shirt size.
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Potbelly Now Open!
Potbelly Sandwich Shop is now open! The latest restaurant addition to the Capitol Riverfront, Potbelly, is located on the north side of Foundry Lofts at 301 Tingey Street, SE. Potbelly serves tasty sandwiches, salads, smoothies, and milkshakes.
On opening day, live music was provided for those dining in the restaurant as the team of sandwich makers provided friendly and efficient service to everyone in line. Potbelly is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 7pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6 pm, with possible extended hours during baseball season.
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Meeting to be Held on 11th Street Bridge's Recreation Potential
The DC Office of Planning will hold a
public meeting on Wednesday, March 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for a public discussion on the proposed recreation reuse of the 11th Street Bridge. The proposed plan is examining if the old downstream 11th Street Bridge should be demolished and a new bridge constructed to provide recreation opportunities and better connections.
The meeting, which will take place at
1100 4th Street, SW, will allow the community to give input about the
potential of redesigning the bridge as the 11th Street Recreation Bridge. For more information, please email patricia.zingsheim@dc.gov or call
202.442.8965.
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Boilermaker Sneak Peek
BID staff got a sneak peak at
progress inside the Boilermaker Building. Click Here to view photos. Delivering later this year, the Boilermaker Shops will be home to a brewery by Neighborhood Restaurant Group, Buzz Bakery, Willie's Brew + Que, Huey's 24/7 Diner, a
cleaners and more.
View more information about the Boilermaker renovation here.
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Kick Your Fitness Routine into High Gear
The Elite Fitness Pros are bringing boot camp back to the Yards Park! If you are ready for a workout that uses creative, challenging, and effective exercises, try this 60 minute boot camp that is all about pushing you to get the results you desire.
Elite mixes nearly every exercise and technique to put together the most diverse, results-driven boot camp in the area. Their certified personal trainers use expertise and great personalities to make this workout fun and effective.
Classes will begin April 9th and take place Monday - Thursdays at 6:15 am. Visit the Elite Fitness website for more information.
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Harry's Reserve Celebrates Its First Anniversary!
Harry's Reserve Fine Wine & Spirits celebrated its first anniversary on Saturday, March 10th with tastings throughout the day, including 18 different wines, 15 different spirits and 17 raffle items.
Over 500 customers attended the
anniversary celebration and enjoyed free barbecue from 1 to 5 pm. Due to the great turnout on Saturday, you can plan to see more tastings, cookouts and social events at Harry's throughout the year.
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