Monday, June 8, 2026
Public Safety
MPD reported the arrest of Michael Alex, 44, an unhoused individual charged with four counts of destruction of property after windows were broken at four businesses on Thomas Jefferson and 31st Streets. Police said the arrest is unrelated to the Georgetown Cupcake incident.
Commissioners also raised concerns about summer traffic and pedestrian safety, particularly around Rose Park during the weekly farmers market.
Mayor’s Office Update
Jamika Williams, Ward 2 liaison for the Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services, announced that District pools, including Volta Park, are open for the season. Commissioners urged longer hours at Volta Park while the Jelleff Recreation Center pool remains closed.
“The kids have been without a rec center and pool for almost a full year now,” Commissioner Kishan Putta said, criticizing delays in the Jelleff renovation project.
Williams said she would follow up with DPR regarding extended pool hours.
Council Update
Brian Romanowski, deputy chief of staff to Ward 2 Council member Brooke Pinto, said the D.C. Council will take its first budget vote June 9 and final vote June 23.
Pinto is backing $34 million for police and fire station upgrades and plans legislation requiring 10-year facilities modernization plans for public safety buildings.
Romanowski also highlighted the launch of 250.dc.gov, a resource for America 250 events, road closures and visitor information.
Residents who have not received mail ballots for the June primary were urged to contact the Board of Elections. Early voting runs June 8–14 at locations including Georgetown Library and Hardy Middle School.
Parking Enforcement Concerns
Commissioner Topher Mathews criticized overnight DPW enforcement targeting vehicles extending slightly into bike lanes, particularly on 33rd Street.
“We have all been pleading to DPW to come and enforce parking during heightened demand periods,” Mathews said. “Yet they have time and money to send someone in the middle of the night.”
Romanowski said he would raise the issue with parking enforcement officials.
Georgetown Heritage Public Art Proposal
Nancy Miyahira of Georgetown Heritage outlined plans for a major public art initiative focused on Georgetown’s history and storytelling.
Four finalists have been selected from 61 artist submissions, with up to two installations planned for 2027 pending grant funding.
One proposal references Georgetown resident Herman Hollerith, inventor of the punched-card tabulating machine and a founder of the company that became IBM.
Georgetown Heritage requested ANC support for a Commission on the Arts and Humanities grant application of up to $125,000.
Georgetown University Utilities Project
Georgetown University continues work on a major infrastructure project replacing more than a mile of aging underground utility lines.
Crews have encountered deteriorated pipes, unstable soil, damaged sewer lines and a water main dating to the 1800s, requiring additional coordination with DDOT and DC Water.
Rose Park Recreation Hut
Residents pressed city agencies for answers about the shuttered Rose Park recreation hut, closed since winter after burst pipes and other damage.
Concerns include mold, possible asbestos and deteriorating conditions, despite a summer camp scheduled to begin June 23. The building also contains the park’s only public restrooms, heavily used during the weekly farmers market.
“We need Rose Park up and running,” Commissioner Mimsy Lindner said.
Other Business
Commissioners also discussed a proposed mural on the 1600 block of 39th Street, confirmed that the Army Ten-Miler will not enter Georgetown, and noted that Georgetown Art All Night is scheduled for Sept. 12.