Progress continues on the #DowntownDC Public Realm Plan. Today we're holding a workshop with representatives from the city's business community.

*Featured Commemoration* In January 1971, the DC Library Board of Trustees voted to name the new and soon-to-open central library at 901 G St NW for civil rights leader Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. More at planning.dc.gov/cwprofiles. #CommemorationDC ➡️ publicinput.com/cwtap

SAVE THE DATE: Free DC resident days at the National Building Museum 7/20, 8/3, 8/17. Starting this Thursday, OP will be at the National Building Museum Ward Days with activities for kids and teens and information on our current planning projects. Stop in and chat with us!

OP's Urban Design team led a tour for AIAS National architecture students at the Grassroots Leadership Conference today. It was privilege to share DC's efforts toward expanding and improving Downtown public space to make it more inclusive and inviting. Thank you for the opportunity!

*Featured Commemoration* The statue of four-term DC Mayor Marion Barry – beloved for his unwavering advocacy for justice and equality – is located on the grounds of the John A. Wilson Building. More at planning.dc.gov/cwprofiles. #CommemorationDC ➡️ publicinput.com/cwtap

#DCStreetsforPeople event alert! Enjoy a car-free 18th Street in Adams Morgan this Saturday along with food from local vendors and activities for all ages.

Today, a historic landmark redevelopment project received an award for excellence! The 1920s-era Hebrew Home for the Aged was converted to new affordable and senior housing while preserving its iconic character to be appreciated long into the future. achp.gov/news/rehabilit…

📢 OP is hiring! Learn more about these positions and apply today! ➡️ Development Review Specialist: planning.dc.gov/development-re… ➡️ Demographic Specialist: planning.dc.gov/demographic-sp… ➡️ Community Planner: planning.dc.gov/community-plan…

Simone Biles places 1st place in her first competition back in two years 🥇👏 (via NBC Olympics & Paralympics)

Nominations are in and voting is open! Visit our site to learn about the inspiring people, places, and events that were nominated for a new commemorative work in Wards 4, 5, & 7 and vote for your favorite: rb.gy/8jm1k.

August 17 at 12pm, join a webinar hosted by @DCPresLeague on adaptive reuse of historic buildings. OP staff will share how 14th St. NW buildings, once a center for car sales and service, are being preserved and used for housing & retail. Register at t.ly/AkD0K.

📢 The Demographic Specialist and Community Planner postings are closing tomorrow. Learn more about these positions and apply today! ➡️ Demographic Specialist: planning.dc.gov/demographic-sp… ➡️ Community Planner: planning.dc.gov/community-plan…

Marshall Heights Community Development Org., sending a belated thank you🙌for having our Food Policy Director on your Be Informed show to share about grant opportunities for Black-Owned Businesses and our survey on USDA funding.

*Featured Commemoration* The Holodomor Memorial is dedicated to the millions of Ukrainians who perished in the man-made famine of 1932-1933. It is is 1 of 3 monuments in DC designed by women. More at planning.dc.gov/cwprofiles. #CommemorationDC ➡️ publicinput.com/cwtap

Downtown Public Realm Plan Update: HUNDREDS of you have filled out our survey🙌As we get ready to close it, we’re sharing big-picture stats and most common responses to some of the Qs. We’ve read and are evaluating every comment. Your participation matters - THANK YOU!

This Saturday, Aug. 26 at 2pm we are hosting a free, all-ages community event in Marvin Gaye Park as part of our Nannie Helen Burroughs Small Area Plan. Come enjoy activities and discuss plans for the neighborhood. Free backpacks and school supplies! t.ly/aMjEk

There is one week left to vote for a new commemorative work in Wards 4, 5, and 7. Visit the project website at publicinput.com/cwtap to read about all of the inspiring nominees and cast your vote! ✅

ICYMI: Check out our latest newsletter featuring local history related to the women's suffrage movement, a neighborhood profile of Downtown DC, upcoming events, and more! ➡️ planning.dc.gov/newsletter-aug…

We were thrilled to host a community gathering in Marvin Gaye Park this past Saturday. THANK YOU to all the residents and partners that came out for the food business showcase, kids' activities, meditation circle, history discussions, & Nannie Helen Burroughs plan survey!

We're not quite done having summer fun in #DowntownDC! Join us next week in #ChinatownPark for an immersive five-day experience of food, fun, and community at the Lotus Festival of Food and Culture. Learn more and register here: downtowndc.org/event/lotus-fe…