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Chief Communications Officer, DC Department of Buildings. I proudly wear rose colored glasses. Tweets are my own.

Washington, DC
Joined January 2016
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Due to expected low temperatures, DC will be under a Cold Alert from 8 PM today, 11/27 until 9 AM tomorrow, 11/28. Overnight, temperatures could reach a low of 19 degrees. Cold weather is expected all weekend. Find shelter and other assistance at cold.dc.gov
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Watch: This Arlington County crash yesterday is a good illustration of why a traffic signal changing is usually the most dangerous time to enter an intersection. It appears one driver jumped the signal on Langston (Rt. 29), while the other driver came through on the yellow. The light changed to red for Fairfax at the moment of impact. A third vehicle was struck. No serious injuries. SafetyVid.org video. @ARLnowDOTcom @matthewyoung31 @CordellTraffic #crash #safety #collision
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6/19 (7:06 p.m): Downed trees impacting a building, blocking a road, or on a vehicle? Call 311.  For all other downed trees, please use DC’s 311 portal: 311.dc.gov. Call 911 for emergencies only.
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🚨 ProjectDox, our online platform for electronically submitting and reviewing building plans, is upgrading on Feb 18! New Version 9.3.8.7 brings: ✅ A more stable, cloud-based system ✅ Simpler navigation ✅ More self-help resources 📆 Training on Feb 4, 5 & 11 to help you transition. 🔗 Register today! tinyurl.com/ProjectDoxTraini…
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Exciting news from @DMPEDDC & @MayorBowser! This new program builds on efforts like our Pop-Up Permits initiative to reimagine DC's built environment as part of the #DCComebackPlan. Transforming vacant spaces into vibrant hubs is key to the city's revival & growth. 🌟
Today, @MayorBowser launched the District’s new Office to Anything program, which will help transform vacant and underutilized office space into new, productive uses, including hotel, entertainment, retail, and other non-residential purposes. Visit dmped.dc.gov/page/office-any… to learn more!
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❄️ DC renters, stay warm this winter! ❄️ 🏠 Renters: Heating not working? Inform your landlord & report unresolved issues to DOB. 🛠️ Landlords: Ensure heating systems are maintained and comply with DC regulations—it’s the law. 📞 202.671.3500 | dob.dc.gov/insp/pm
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📣 Attention senior residents of #DC! DOB is here to offer support and resources to help ensure safe and habitable #housing. Join us tomorrow to learn more!
We are just ONE DAY away from @MayorBowser 's 26th Annual Senior Holiday Celebration! 🎉 Join in on the fun by RSVPing with the link below! 📍DC Armory: 2001 East Capitol St SE 📆 Wednesday, December 11, 2024  🕛 10 AM–2 PM 🔗 RSVP HERE: tinyurl.com/holidaycelebrati…
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Soccer's back this year and as always is a hit thanks to @anna_heilferty and @WashSpirit. ⚽️ #KIFFD #KingmanIslandFriendsandFamilyDay
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Big news: @USDOT has awarded @DDOTDC $25M to build a 1.8-mile trail connecting Fort Lincoln to the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail in Ward 5. Construction expected to begin January 2026. Congrats @DDOTDC & thanks @SecretaryPete! axios.com/local/washington-d…
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Stay safe in the heat: 🧊 Limit time outside & go into spaces with AC ❗️Know signs of heat stroke & exhaustion, call 911 for heat-related illnesses 🚰 Drink water
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DC, it’s hot and will get hotter over the weekend. Heat can affect our physical and mental health. Check on seniors and vulnerable neighbors over the weekend. Call 311 to request free transportation to a cooling center or shelter for yourself or someone else.

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🚨NOTICE🚨 February 15, 2024: the District’s Hypothermia Alert will be ACTIVATED at 7PM. Check on unsheltered neighbors, seniors, and other vulnerable individuals. If you see someone in need of shelter, call: ☎️ 202-399-7093 or 311 📞911 if there’s an immediate safety risk
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👏 Fantastic to hear! Our crews are all about making sure streets like Brandywine are well-plowed and safe for everyone. Thanks for the shoutout! Stay warm and #SnowReadyDC. ❄️🚜
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Update: First Amendment at Freedom Plaza MPD has temporarily⛔️Southbound 15th St at H St NW
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In Wards 4 and 5 -🎷Jazz in (TWO) Parks TODAY! 📍Langdon Park 6:30p 📍 Petworth Rec lawn 6:30p If you are hip, stop through for the cool bop vibe. Bring a blanket, fam and a neighbor. Check the video recap at Shepherd. #JazzinthePark #MorethanREC DPR.events
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A Heat Emergency will be activated on Sunday, July 2 at 12PM Remember: Stay hydrated, limit sun exposure, and check on seniors, neighbors, and pets. If you see someone in need contact: 📞Shelter Hotline: 202-399-7093 or 311 📷911 for an immediate safety risk
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A Code Red air quality alert has been issued for DC today, June 7, and tomorrow, June 8. During a code red alert, the air quality is unhealthy. Residents are encouraged to take the following precautions and visit airnow.gov for the latest information.
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Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing unhealthy air quality in the Washington, DC area and the northeast US. This problem is likely to continue or worsen through Friday. We urge residents and visitors to follow precautions related to the “Code Red” air quality alert.

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🚫Cars ✅People Get active, support local businesses, and enjoy community in a new way at this Open Streets tomorrow: 🗓Sunday, June 4 ⏰9AM 📍12th St NE (Between Michigan Ave & Franklin St)
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Beautiful day at RFK! The annual Truck Touch is rollin 🚒🚚🚙. Check out some of the trucks that keep our 1900 miles of sewer infrastructure flowing!
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