Surprised to see myself this morning on former Governor Martin O’Malley’s new promotional video. Take a look at the video below! http://youtu.be/v3e633xC0VU Original source: Debt-free college. Sounds like a pipe dream? It shouldn’t be. When my dad returned home from flying a B-24 Liberator in WWII, the GI bill was what enabled him to goContinueContinue reading “Commissioner Cameo!”
Author Archives: Walter Deleon
Spring 2015 DC Student Leadership Summit at Georgetown University
All college students attending DC universities are invited to attend this FREE quarterly summit at Georgetown University on Saturday, April 25th from 1:00 to 4pm. Meet other area college students and discuss important policy decisions, development projects, and changes affecting their respective universities. There will also be discussions on citywide and nationwide policies affecting DC’sContinueContinue reading “Spring 2015 DC Student Leadership Summit at Georgetown University”
Notice of ABRA License Renewal Application (Premier Wines)
On Friday, April 17th 2015, the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administation notified Commissioner Deleon that the business operating with the trade name “Premier Wines (Online Only)” applied for the renewal of an alcoholic beverage license at 2414 Douglas St. NE. Petitions/letters of opposition or support must be filed on or before: 6/1/2015. A hearing will be heldContinueContinue reading “Notice of ABRA License Renewal Application (Premier Wines)”
Notice of ABRA License Renewal Application (Big Value Liquors)
On Friday, April 17th 2015, the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administation notified Commissioner Deleon that the business operating with the trade name “Big Value Liquors” applied for the renewal of an alcoholic beverage license at 3174 Bladensburg Road NE. Petitions/letters of opposition or support must be filed on or before: 6/1/2015. A hearing will be heldContinueContinue reading “Notice of ABRA License Renewal Application (Big Value Liquors)”
Commissioner Deleon testifies in favor of Scratch DC
Earlier today I testified before the Board of Zoning Adjustment in favor of granting Scratch DC a special exception from DC’s archaic aesthetic architectural requirements (§ 411.3 in the DC Code). Check out video of the hearing below: http://ec4.cc/de32392c3
2015 DC Student Leadership Summit at CUA
All college student leaders in DC are invited to attend this FREE quarterly summit at the Catholic University of America on Saturday, February 14th, 2015 from 1:30 to 4:00 pm. Meet other area college students and discuss important policy decisions, development projects, and changes affecting their respective universities. There will also be discussions on citywideContinueContinue reading “2015 DC Student Leadership Summit at CUA”
Commissioner Deleon to Introduce DC Statehood Resolution
At ANC 5C’s next regularly scheduled meeting, Commissioner Deleon will introduce several resolutions, including one in support of DC Statehood. The Resolution, which is poised to pass, will be sent to Senator Ron Johnson, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, and House Rep. Jason Chaffetz, Chairman of the House CommitteeContinueContinue reading “Commissioner Deleon to Introduce DC Statehood Resolution”
The proposed Pepco/Exelon merger is a bad deal for you and me
In April 2014, Chicago-based energy giant Exelon proposed a $6.4 billion takeover of Pepco Holdings. The move would create the most dominating energy provider for DC, Maryland, Delaware, and New Jersey – as well as the largest energy company in the United States. If that alone isn’t enough to make you skeptical, I hope the nextContinueContinue reading “The proposed Pepco/Exelon merger is a bad deal for you and me”
Statement on ‘Club Bliss’
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dear friends and neighbors, I know there have been some concerns about Bliss, a new establishment opening tonight on 24th st. After meeting with the owner yesterday, and coming to the conclusion of needing a voluntary agreement between our community and the establishment, I am writing this email to allay any fears you might have concerning theContinueContinue reading “Statement on ‘Club Bliss’”
District Department of the Environment Public Hearing Scheduled for Jan. 12th
Friends & Neighbors, The Air Quality Division of the District Department of the Environment (DDOE) has received an application from SMART Automotive to construct and operate an auto body paint spray booth at 2615 Evarts St. NE. A public hearing will be held at the DDOE headquarters on January 12, 2015 at 5:30 PM. IContinueContinue reading “District Department of the Environment Public Hearing Scheduled for Jan. 12th”
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