Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1E in Washington has successfully advocated for major infrastructure repairs by Pepco in Park View, addressing frequent power outages experienced over the past year. The repairs, completed in August, included the replacement of a failing transformer and sidewalk restoration. Residents expressed frustration over ongoing outages, prompting the Commission to take action, including filing complaints and adopting resolutions for further investigation. ANC 1E continues to monitor service reliability and advocate for improvements in neighborhood infrastructure.
ANC 1E Requests PEPCO Response to Outages, Calls on PSC to Keep Investigation Open
Commission calls PEPCO’s explanation for chronic Park View outages inadequate and urges Public Service Commission to keep the case open.
ANC 1E Opposes Bill Weakening D.C. Open Meetings Law
ANC 1E unanimously adopted a resolution opposing B26-0208, the “Open Meetings Clarification Amendment Act of 2025.” The Commission expressed serious concerns that B26-0208 would weaken the District’s open government framework by creating vague new exemptions to the Open Meetings Act.
ANC 1E Calls for Action on D.C. Auditor’s Recommendations to Improve DCPS Staffing and Budget Transparency
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION 1EGovernment of the District of Columbia2605 Sherman Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001Contact: Commissioner Brad Howard, ANC 1E Engagement Secretarywww.anc1e.org | 1E01@anc.dc.gov WASHINGTON — Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1E unanimously adopted a resolution on May 28, 2025, urging the D.C. Council and District education leadership to act on the April 2025 report … Continue reading ANC 1E Calls for Action on D.C. Auditor’s Recommendations to Improve DCPS Staffing and Budget Transparency
ANC 1E Calls for Investigation into Ongoing Pepco Outages in Park View
unanimously adopted a resolution urging the Office of the People’s Counsel (OPC) to investigate repeated Pepco reliability failures in the Park View neighborhood.
Lead Detected at Park View Recreation Center Playground; Source Traced to Nearby Construction
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 1E announces lead contamination findings at the Park View Recreation Center playground. Elevated lead levels were traced to nearby construction. Remediation started immediately, ensuring safety for the community. Commissioner Brad Howard emphasizes the need for accountability and ongoing monitoring to prevent future hazards.
ANC 1E Adopts Resolution Urging Equity in District Pre-K Funding
On April 23, 2025, Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1E unanimously passed a resolution urging equitable funding for the Pre-K Enhancement and Expansion Program (PKEEP). The resolution emphasizes the need for fair distribution of educational resources, particularly for economically disadvantaged families, addressing funding imbalances in early education. Chair Brian Footer and Commissioner Brad Howard will represent the Commission on this issue.
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