{"id":76,"date":"2010-01-26T16:00:40","date_gmt":"2010-01-26T21:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/frink.machighway.com\/~dupontci\/?page_id=76"},"modified":"2026-02-13T07:14:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T12:14:47","slug":"committees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dupontcircleanc.net\/wordpress\/committees\/","title":{"rendered":"Committees"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ANC 2B Committees<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ANC 2B maintains standing committees to help the Commission study issues in depth, build subject-matter expertise, and engage residents directly in neighborhood decision-making. Committees allow commissioners to delegate research, stakeholder outreach, and ongoing management of complex topics so that recommendations brought to the full ANC are well-informed and transparent. Consult Bylaws, Article V, amended August 9, 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committee Leadership<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each committee is co-chaired by two people appointed by the Commission, including at least 1 incumbent commissioner.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Co-chairs serve annual terms and are responsible for setting agendas, running meetings, preparing reports, and presenting recommendations to the full ANC.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Co-chairs may be removed, replaced, or reappointed at any time by majority vote of the Commission, including to fill vacancies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committee Membership<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Committee members are volunteers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who commit to doing substantive work\u2014researching issues, meeting with stakeholders, drafting recommendations, and managing the committee&#8217;s caseload.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Members are expected to make <\/span><b>at least a one-year commitment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and attend meetings regularly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any resident of ANC 2B may be <\/span><b>nominated for membership by any commissioner at any time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">; membership is granted by majority vote of the Commission.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Members may <\/span><b>join or leave at any time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but are held to a <\/span><b>higher standard of conduct<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and may be removed for cause by vote of the Commission.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Participation<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>All committee meetings are open to the public.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Any resident, business owner, or stakeholder may attend, testify, and comment on matters before the committee.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>You do not need to be a committee member to participate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in meetings or provide input.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The public is encouraged to attend and share their views; <\/span><b>committee members, by contrast, are volunteers who conduct research and perform ongoing work<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between meetings, not simply attendees who opine on individual matters.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committee Responsibilities<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committees are empowered and expected to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review applications, proposals, and projects within their subject areas before they come to the full ANC.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Perform oversight of District agencies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, public entities, and businesses operating in ANC 2B.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/code.dccouncil.gov\/us\/dc\/council\/code\/sections\/1-309.11\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">code.dccouncil+1<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provide <\/span><b>testimony<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to DC Council oversight hearings and legislative processes on matters within the committee&#8217;s purview.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/code.dccouncil.gov\/us\/dc\/council\/code\/sections\/1-309.11\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">code.dccouncil+1<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify and <\/span><b>advocate for funding priorities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through the District&#8217;s budget process.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/code.dccouncil.gov\/us\/dc\/council\/code\/sections\/1-309.11\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">code.dccouncil+1<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committee Process<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The committee reviews applications before they go to the full ANC for a vote.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Committee members conduct research, site visits, and neighbor outreach to understand impacts and concerns.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The committee holds public meetings where applicants present proposals and neighbors can testify.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The committee prepares a recommendation (support, support with conditions, or oppose) that the full ANC will consider.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensing and Permitting Committee<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Licensing and Permitting Committee handles all matters related to <\/span><b>licenses and permits for private property and businesses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> within ANC 2B. The committee researches applications, meets with stakeholders, identifies community concerns, and <\/span><b>prepares recommendations for the full ANC<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to vote on at public meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What This Committee Covers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are applying for or dealing with any of the following, this is your committee:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol licenses (new, renewals, substantial changes, entertainment endorsements)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabis licenses (retailer, manufacturer, testing facility applications)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Settlement agreements between businesses and residents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor dining and public space permits for restaurants, cafes, and bars (streateries, sidewalk cafes, beer gardens)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building permits for construction, renovation, or additions to residential or commercial properties<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zoning variances and special exceptions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historic preservation permits for changes to building facades, windows, rooflines, or other exterior features in historic districts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certificate of Occupancy applications for new or changing business uses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal Licensing Committee Members<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This committee works best with volunteers who have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Familiarity with DC permitting, zoning, or licensing processes (or willingness to learn quickly)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attention to detail and ability to read technical documents (plans, settlement agreements, permits)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diplomatic skills to balance competing interests between businesses, residents, and regulatory requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time to attend site visits, review applications, and communicate with stakeholders between monthly meetings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commitment to fair process\u2014treating applicants and neighbors with respect while holding all parties accountable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interest in nightlife, small business, urban design, or neighborhood character and how regulation shapes those outcomes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Transportation Committee<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Transportation handles all matters related to <\/span><b>how people move through and use the public right-of-way<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> within ANC 2B and the District. The committee focuses on streets, sidewalks, bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and non-commercial uses of public space. The committee researches projects and proposals, analyzes traffic and safety data, meets with District and agency officials, and <\/span><b>prepares recommendations for the full ANC to vote on<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at public meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What This Committee Covers<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are applying for or dealing with any of the following, this is your committee:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streets and roadways (lane configurations, traffic flow, speed limits, traffic calming, road diets)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sidewalks (repairs, widening, obstructions, accessibility improvements)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bicycle infrastructure (bike lanes, protected bike lanes, bike racks, Capital Bikeshare stations)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crosswalks and pedestrian safety (intersection layout, signal timing, curb extensions, raised crosswalks, ADA compliance)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curbside management (loading zones, parking regulations and enforcement, bus stops, pick-up\/drop-off areas, valet parking zones)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alley improvements (paving, lighting, access, trash collection)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public plazas, parklets, and benches (non-commercial public space installations)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traffic and parking studies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision Zero and safety projects<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Transportation (WMATA, taxis, rideshares, autonomous vehicles)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Micromobility\/Non-Vehicular Alternatives (shared bicycles, scooters, e-bikes)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DDOT Notices of Intent for alteration of existing conditions or practices<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DDOT construction projects affecting neighborhood mobility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transportation-related environmental concerns (vehicle exhaust, engine idling)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Transportation Committee does not handle restaurant\/bar outdoor dining permits or liquor-related public space issues\u2014those go to Licensing and Permitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Ideal Transportation Committee Members<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This committee works best with volunteers who have:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding of transportation planning, traffic engineering, or urban design (or strong willingness to learn)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analytical skills to read engineering plans, traffic studies, and technical documents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ability to balance competing needs of pedestrians, cyclists, drivers, transit users, and residents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commitment to safety and accessibility for all users of District streets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time to attend site visits, review project documents, and communicate with DDOT and DPW between monthly meetings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interest in how street design shapes neighborhood livability, business activity, and public safety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patience with bureaucratic processes and persistence in following projects through multiple agency review stages<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Committee of the Whole<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Committee of the Whole is a standard parliamentary procedure that allows all Commissioners to meet and engage in informal discussion and deliberation on matters that require more extensive consideration than can be accommodated in a regular Commission meeting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This mechanism provides a forum for open exchange of views and exploration of complex issues under more relaxed procedural rules, without the urgency of a final vote. No binding votes are taken during Committee of the Whole meetings; instead, the committee develops recommendations that are subsequently presented to the full Commission for formal action at a public meeting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All meetings of the Committee of the Whole are duly noticed meetings and open for public participation. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ANC 2B Committees ANC 2B maintains standing committees to help the Commission study issues in depth, build subject-matter expertise, and engage residents directly in neighborhood decision-making. Committees allow commissioners to delegate research, stakeholder outreach, and ongoing management of complex topics so that recommendations brought to the full ANC are well-informed and transparent. 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