In 2005, the District, in collaboration with the Lincoln Heights/Richardson Dwellings New Communities Advisory Council*, began the process of planning for the revitalization of the aging Lincoln Heights and Richardson Dwellings public housing properties, and surrounding area, within Ward 7. The Lincoln Heights/Richardson Dwellings neighborhood is generally bounded by Blaine Street, NE to the south; Hayes Street, NE to the north including Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue; 49th Street, NE to the west; and 55th Street, NE to the east.

In late 2006, the DC Council adopted the The Lincoln Heights/Richardson Dwellings New Communities Revitalization Plan*. Consistent with the New Communities Initiative, the goal of this effort is to transform the public housing developments and neighborhood into a mixed-income, mixed-use community with an anticipated 1,609 new housing units of various types and affordability levels; a Town Center at the intersection of Division and Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenues with anticipated new housing, new retail and new office space; and the revitalization of existing public assets such as Marvin Gaye Park, HD Woodson High School, Strand Theatre, and street improvements to Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue.

Following adoption of the plan, the District and Advisory Council have continued to work together to achieve its implementation.

Fall 2009 Update

New Communities Monthly Meeting Schedule

• 2009 Meeting Calendar:   September to December 2009 Meeting Calendar*
• All New Communities meetings continue to be held at the newly renovated Riverside Center, 5200 Foote Street, NE (corner of Foote Street and Division Avenue, NE - across from Marvin Gaye Park).

Please attend the PSA 602 monthly meeting held the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm at Kelly Miller Middle School, 301 49th Street, NE. For more information about the PSA monthly meeting and other MPD activities, visit MPD's Sixth District Monthly Calendar:

• To report crime in the area, please utilize these Public Safety Contact* numbers revised in August 2009.
• For curfew information, link to the MPD Curfew Brochure*.
• For Citizens Complaint Forms, link to MPD Citizens Complaint Process*.

City Services Maintenance Issues

• Please report problems with City Services such as damage to roads, street signs, street lights, abandoned buildings and lots, etc. by calling 311 and ask for a Control Number in case you have to follow-up.
• Please report problems with WASA Services such as non-working hydrants, clogged street drains, leaking manholes, etc. by calling 202.612.3400 and ask for a Control Number in case you have to follow-up.

• Please report a maintenance problem within your public housing unit by calling DCHA at 202.535.1000 and ask for a Control Number in case you have to follow up.

Ongoing Community Services

Workforce Development Training
The District is offering free training in Construction and Pre-Apprentice Training* and Hospitality Training*. Testing is available at designated times and locations until September 17, 2009.

Lincoln Heights/Richardson Dwellings Family Enhancement Center

• Serves residents of Lincoln Heights and Richardson Dwellings
• Provides information and services relating to job training/job readiness programs, life skills and other self-sufficiency programs.
• Open Monday - Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
• Location is 400 50th Street, NE within the Lincoln Heights property
• Phone: (202) 724-8643

• ERFSC's Community Services Division identifies services needed for families, develops resources for families and creates partnerships to achieve those services.
• ERFSC's Family Services Division administers direct support to families through information and referral and case management services.
• ERFSC's Youth Services Division offers programs and services to strengthen families by supporting youth growth and development.
• Contact Information for ERFSC
  3732 Minnesota Avenue, NE
  Washington, DC 20019
  (202) 397-7300 - phone
  (202) 397-7882 - fax
  ERFSC Website 
  

• MHCDO operates a number of programs designed to expand economic opportunities, increase self-sufficiency, and improve the quality of life for individuals and families. Services include housing and financial counseling, supportive housing, home buying education and assistance, job search training and placement, adult education, business development services, emergency food and nutrition services, and youth development programs.
• Contact information for MHCDO
  3939 Benning Road, NE
  Washington, DC 20019
  (202) 396-1200 - phone
  (202) 396-4106 - fax
  MHCDO Website   

• Lincoln Heights - 50th and Banks Street, NE (Mondays 10 am - 12:30 pm)
• Richardson Dwellings - 53rd and Cloud Street, NE (Mondays 1:30 pm - 4 pm)
• For more information, please call (202) 444-KIDS (444-5437)

National Center for Children and Families (NCCF) - Community Services Division serves Ward 7 residents

• The Community Based Services Division of NCCF provides comprehensive social service supports to poor children and families who reside in Wards 7 and 8 of the District of Columbia.  Programs include CARA House, a neighborhood-based and collaborative education center which provides community-based support services that promote healthy families and prevent involvement in the child welfare system:  JC Nalle Community School, a full service community school that offers academic enrichment activities, structured after-school program, and social services to students, their families, and the community.
  
• NCFC Website
• Cara House Program
  603 50th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20019
  202.396.9330 - phone; (202) 396-9340 - fax
• JC Nalle Community School
  219 50th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20019
  (202) 575-3750; fax (202) 575-3762

• Hour of operation:  9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday
• Residents may call and make an appointment.
• Walk-ins are assisted Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
• Between 10 am and 2 pm
• Contact Information for OEOA
  Office of Ex-Offender Affairs
  2100 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, SE, Suite 301
  Washington, DC 20020
  (202) 715-7670

• Located at the Riverside Center, 5200 Foote Street, NE
• Every Friday from 4 pm - 7 pm
• For more information, please call (202) 398-7275

Census Jobs

The US Government is gearing up for the 2010 Census by hiring for certain positions. For more information link to Census 2010 Employment Opportunities*.

• GED Preparation Courses Available
• Location is Fletcher Johnson School, 4650 Benning Road, SE
• Call (202) 645-3121 or (202) 528-5159

•  Location is 633 Howard Road, SE
• A variety of heavy equipment training programs are offered
• For more information, please call (202) 678-8880 or link to HETA Website

Successes

Congratulations to all the New Communities Partners that helped make years 2007 and 2008 successful.

• 2007 Accomplishments*
• 2008 Accomplishments*

Related Documents

• 4427 Hayes Street, NE - September 2, 2009 Press Conference*
• 4427 Hayes Street, NE - Rendering*
• HD Woodson High School - June 23, 2009 Press Conference*
• Marvin Gaye Improvements - August 20, 2009 Press Conference*

Contact Us
Nancy J. Williams
Project Manager
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 317
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 727-6365
Nancy.Williams@dc.gov