Posts by Brianne K. Nadeau — Guest Contributor
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Are “Opportunity Zones” an opportunity for DC residents, or only for investors?
Opportunity Zones are a new provision in the recently-passed Republican tax bill meant to create incentives for economic development. After flying under the radar during the debate over the bill, the provision is now getting some small degree of attention. But cities and states should be giving Opportunity Zones much closer scrutiny. Keep reading…
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Residents speak against U Street liquor moratorium
Last night, ANCs 1B, 2B and 2F heard from residents and business owners at a joint town hall listening session on a proposed liquor license moratorium for U Street. The vast majority opposed the moratorium. The community addressed this issue as recently as 2009, but the newly-formed Shaw-Dupont Citizens Alliance and the Residential Action Coalition have brought it back to the… Keep reading…
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With DC stormwater, who pays, and for what?
Water bills for DC residents and businesses may increase soon to help pay for improved stormwater infrastructure. But not everyone agrees how to pay for the infrastructure or even what kind of infrastructure to build. Next week DC Water’s Retail Rates Committee will meet to decide what rate increases will take effect this fall for customers whose properties have… Keep reading…