Tourism numbers are up and we can see and feel the energy in our city.
More tourism means more jobs, more economic development, and more opportunities for our residents.
We're proud to be a world-class destination, and we are proud to showcase all that DC has to offer.
The fire department said one of the puppies rescued from the fire was lifeless, but with the help of CPR, an oxygen mask and “tender loving care,” the puppy was revived. https://t.co/BnZeWXX87w
🚜 Update on @DCDPW scofflaw vehicle enforcement:
🪝 182 cars towed with $1.3M in unpaid tickets
🥾 1,484 cars booted with $3.4M in unpaid tickets
🔒 New impound lot is operational
💵 $262k in fines collected from 79 cars
🛎️ 45 cars sent to auction
DC’s got the best restaurants in the nation, and now’s the perfect week to check them out during Summer Restaurant Week!
Explore all the delicious options here👇
https://t.co/0AWdcDVh2N
Good @axios story by @AnnaSpiegs on the big reductions in violent crime in DC.
Tremendous amount of work across the public safety ecosystem to make this happen, including law enforcement, violence interruptors & human services teams.
Our 2024 Back to School Guide is here! 📖
Get the info you need, get your questions answered, and get your family ready for another great school year ➡️ https://t.co/7vC5e6zrFB
🚜 Update on @DCDPW scofflaw vehicle enforcement:
🪝127 cars towed with $1.15M in unpaid tickets
🛞 1,107 cars booted with $2.3M in unpaid tickets
We expect additional impound lot to start operations this summer; that will help expand capacity to tow & impound more scofflaws.
There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy. Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics. Michelle and I are wishing him a quick recovery.
DOEE and @DC_HSEMA are updating #ClimateReadyDC, the District’s plan to prepare for the impacts of climate change like extreme heat.
Learn more, and take the survey:
https://t.co/sOjc84L1oi
The recent heat wave doesn't only take a toll physically — it can take a toll on mental health, too.
Mind your mental health. Confidential support is available 24/7. Call:
📞988 if experiencing a crisis
📞1-888-793-4357 for our 24/7 Mental Health Hotline
Yesterday, my Special Assistant/Public Information Officer Joshua Collins completed the @lgwdc Rising Leaders Program. This program prepares young professionals for successful careers as executive leaders across all sectors. Congratulations Joshua, keep winning! #WeAreDC
Did you hear that? We have a new position in MOCRS called Ward Manager.
Welcome:
Ward 1 – Anthony Robertson
Ward 2 – Tadai Abilla
Ward 3 – Hope Cousin
Ward 4 – Yamileth Escobar
Ward 5 – Anthony Black
Ward 6 – Marcus Manning
Ward 7 – Brittney Etheridge
Ward 8 – Wendy Glenn
Key to success : set a goal and work toward it.
@MayorBowser set a goal of adding 15,000 residents to Downtown. This Thursday, we're celebrating the opening of the Elle, DC's first large-scale office-to-residential conversion, which is bringing 163 new homes to Downtown DC. #BeDowntown
Today is the first day of the 2024 NATO Summit, which means road closures, extra security, and delays in Downtown DC.
✅Plan ahead
✅Budget extra time for traveling in restricted zones
✅Text NATODC to 888-777 to sign up for alerts
✅Visit https://t.co/EAyU1ns1Zo for more info
EXCLUSIVE: Wilson Pool in Tenleytown is reopening at 10 a.m. on Sunday after the HVAC problems were finally fixed!
@DCDPR Director Thennie Freeman says since Wilson will be open at 6 a.m. on the weekdays, the 6 a.m. Hearst pool hours will be scaled back. @DCNewsNow
https://t.co/Y3J1V4Nin7
It's going to be another hot day today.
Find your neighborhood spray park or outdoor pool to beat the heat.
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Wilson Pool reopens this Sunday, July 7.
After a long closure for repairs, stretching back to 2023, the Wilson Aquatic Center will be back in operation starting at 10am this Sunday.
#Tenleytown#TenleytownDC#WilsonPool