Early on Monday, July 9th, I took the Metro to the DC Board of Elections. I was there to pick up the petitions I’d need to be on the ballot for ANC Commissioner in 1B12. After I filled out the official Declaration of Candidacy, I raised my right hand to make it official — just like you see in the movies.
It was the start of a memorable week.
For the next seven days, I walked around my neighborhood, and met lots of new people. If you’ve known me for more than a few minutes, you already know those are two of my favorite activities.
Ostensibly, I was walking the streets to have neighbors sign my ballot access petitions. The minimum number of signatures required is 25, and the recommended number of signatures is about 40. I got 100.
Really, signatures were an excuse. I want to have as many conversations as possible, so I can understand what’s really important to my neighbors.
Over the course of the week, I heard a lot about what people love about the 14th and U corridor. Beautiful homes. Lots of options for activities. Neighbors from all around the world.
I also heard about some challenges, like trash, and opportunities, like development at the Reeves Center. Over the next months, I’ll be using this site to share what I’ve heard, and my plan to address these issues as Commissioner.
I hope you’ll let me know your thoughts, too, with the form below.