May 28, 2021

Coronavirus Update: Changes for Walk-Up Vaccination Sites

Dear Neighbors,

There are some newly announced changes to the District's vaccination
program that I would like to flag particularly for those who are not yet
vaccinated and families interested in vaccination opportunities for those
aged 12 and older.

The first update is that DC Public Schools is opening four walk-up
vaccination clinics at [1]Ida B. Wells Middle School (Ward 4), [2]Luke C.
Moore High School (Ward 5), [3]Eastern High School (Ward 6), and
[4]Anacostia High School (Ward 8). As the first Councilmember to call for a
school-based walk-up vaccination clinic program, I am disappointed that
this first round of sites does not include Wilson High School in Ward 3 (by
enrollment, Wilson is also the largest school in the District). However, it
is important to note that these school-based walk-up clinics are open to
everyone, and I hope you will help spread the news to students and families
that these vaccination resources are available. I will continue to press
DCPS for a school-based clinic in the Ward for our middle and high school
students.

The second vaccination program update is the [5]upcoming closure of several
of the District's walk-up vaccination sites, including Ward 3's clinic
located at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) (at the former
Walgreens site). The UDC clinic will close on June 24th and, from today
through its closure, the UDC site will be distributing the single shot
Johnson & Johnson vaccine. The District's vaccination metrics continue to
improve, with about 40.4% of District residents and 41% of Ward 3 residents
being fully vaccinated. Importantly, 76% of our Ward 3 seniors are fully
vaccinated. If you know of anyone who requires an in-home vaccination,
please connect them to our homebound vaccination program by calling
1-855-363-0333.

And finally, I would like to share some of the strategies my staff have
found successful in helping residents book appointments at the Department
of Motor Vehicles (DMV). While the DMV has shifted many of their services
online (full list: [6]here), there are a number of services that must be
conducted in person, and the agency aims to [7]resume enforcement of
expired licenses and tags on July 1st. Here is what to keep in mind when
booking online:
* New DMV appointments are released every Tuesday at 3:00 pm and often
appear on the site between 3:00-3:10 pm, so periodically refresh the page
until appointments appear
* You may not be able to book an appointment at your preferred location,
but there are often appointments available at DMV locations further afield
in the District, so please check all the DMV locations
* It is also recommended that you select 'First Available Time' in the
portal in order to receive the most appointment options

The best strategy in booking an appointment is to be flexible in your
preferred date/time and, most importantly, in your location. Of course, if
you should need further assistance in navigating the appointment portal,
please do not hesitate to reach out to my office at 202-724-8062.

Regards,

Mary

Please see [8]coronavirus.dc.gov for the latest District updates &
resources on COVID-19

The Public Health Emergency is currently in place through July 24th, 2021

Get vaccinated TODAY at any of the District's walk-up vaccination sites
[9](click here for site locations and hours of operation)

Councilmember Cheh on the Importance of Minor Access to Vaccines

From The National Geographic - Can teens get vaccinated if their parents
object?

“Even though you’re a teenager, you are your own person, and you’re
entitled to be concerned about your health and to protect your health,”
says [10]Mary Cheh, the councilmember who introduced the D.C. bill. “A
young person shouldn’t be trapped by ideas that might cause them grave
harm, with which they don’t agree, and it’s not just about them and their
health—they could transmit it to other people.”

[11]Read the Full Story

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Update on the Connecticut Avenue Reversible Lanes

From The Forest Hills Connection - Connecticut Avenue reversible lanes were
to resume operations on June 1. Then, they were not.

The reversible rush hour lanes on Connecticut Avenue have been suspended
since March 19th, 2020. For a while on Monday, it looked like that was
about to change...

“There is no demonstrated need for the reversible lanes, they are unsafe,
and we are in the midst of considering two alternative designs for
reconfiguring Connecticut Avenue, BOTH of which discard the reversible
lanes,” Cheh wrote...

Monday evening, Lott replied to Cheh: “DDOT will not be resuming the
reversible lane on Connecticut Ave. on June 1.”

[14]Read the Full Story

Call 311 for Bike Lane Sweeping

Clear Bike Lanes = Safe Bike Lanes - The Department of Public Works (DPW)
has launched a new bike lane sweeper to help clear bike lanes of debris,
trash, and sand! Please tag DPW on social media or call 311 to report a
lane in need of clearing.

Reminder: Ticketing & Street Sweeping to Resume on June 1st

Restarting Enforcement - Beginning June 1st, the District will restart
several government functions—such as all parking enforcement, towing of
illegally parked vehicles, and street sweeping—that had been suspended
during the public health emergency.

On June 1st, the following will resume:
* All parking enforcement
* Towing of vehicles violating parking zones (plus associated fines)
* Street sweeping and SWEEP enforcement
* [15]New tiered residential parking permit fees
* Parking, photo, and/or minor moving violation tickets issued after June
1 will be subject to adjudication hearing timelines listed on the back of
the ticket

Take Advantage of the Ticket Amnesty Program:

Four Months of Ticket Amnesty - A [16]four-month amnesty program has been
launched to give drivers the opportunity to pay outstanding tickets for
parking, photo enforcement (including speed, red-light, and stop sign), and
minor moving violations.

During the amnesty period, drivers are still obligated to pay the original
ticket amount; however, all penalties will be waived. At the end of the
amnesty period, all penalties will be added back on all tickets.

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Travel Guidelines Updated Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

New from DC Health - After receiving resident and Council feedback, DC
Health is no longer requiring a 7 day quarantine after domestic travel.
Instead, the agency is promoting coronavirus testing upon return. For the
fully updated travel guidance, please see: [18]DC Health International &
Domestic Travel Guidance. Below is the guidance posted for those engaging
in domestic travel:

Fully Vaccinated People
* Fully vaccinated people (or people who tested positive for COVID-19 in
the previous 90 days) may travel within the United States without the need
for pre-or post-travel COVID-19 testing or travel-related quarantine, as
long as they do not have symptoms of COVID-19
* It is recommended to bring your vaccination card with you while
traveling in case documentation is requested
* People who have tested positive for COVID-19 more than 90 days ago and
who are not vaccinated should follow directions for Unvaccinated or
Partially people

Unvaccinated or Partially Vaccinated People
* Get a COVID-19 test 1-3 days before leaving on their trip AND
* Get a COVID-19 test 3-5 days after returning home from their trip
* Quarantine at home until test results return
* If you are experiencing symptoms, isolate at home until test results
return
* If no test is done, unvaccinated people must self-quarantine for 10 day
safter returning home
* Avoid being around unvaccinated people at high-risk for severe COVID-19
while your test result is pending or during your quarantine period if you
choose not to get testing

Ending this Update on a Happy Note:

The Fletcher's Cove Parkrun returns! (with Dr. Fauci!)

Parkrun is Dr. Fauci-Approved - Last weekend marked the return of the
Fletcher's Cove Parkrun (a free weekly community 5k run in Ward 3) with
special guest, Dr. Anthony Fauci! The Fletcher's Cove Parkrun is held
every Saturday morning at 9:00 am. To join the next run, volunteer, or
learn more, please go to [19]Fletcher's Cove Parkrun.

Our Office is Open!

Connect with our staff - While Councilmember Cheh's physical office is
closed during the public health emergency, she and her staff are
teleworking and will remain accessible for residents.

You may continue to reach us via phone through our main line at (202)
724-8062 with legislative ideas, budget requests, and constituent services
requests.

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