Robberies In Washington DC On The Rise

Posted on April 5, 2012 by admin

Robberies In Washington D.C. On The Rise

Without discretion, they’re happening on residential streets, near busy retail corridors and well-lit Metro stations. In an area not quite used to a crime spike of this size, armed robberies are taking place with alarming frequency in D.C. While D.C. crime is nothing new, the stark increase in the amount of D.C. robberies is alarming. A crime such as robbery is a crime committed with the intention of making money. With the economy struggling, and drug dealing currently no longer as profitable, many youths are turning to robbery as an alternative method to to pad their pockets. Unfortunately, this significant increase in Washington D.C. crime is starting to push citizens of the city to live in a state of fear. During the first three weeks of January alone there were eight reported armed robberies committed in Washington D.C., a number significant enough that it should help  draw some attention to this rapidly growing epidemic. February and March 2012 saw even greater crime numbers. With all that Washington D.C. stands for it’s completely unacceptable to have the population of the city forced to live under such conditions. Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States, and as such it should be the finest example of what this great country has to offer.

Unfortunately, finding a way to combat the increase in D.C. robberies will likely take a community wide effort. While the police and government are charged with keeping the city safe and enforcing laws, they simply cannot be everywhere at once, and with declining budgets an increase in numbers is unlikely. Public knowledge of this rapidly growing issue needs to be escalated, and people need to start traveling in groups when out on the D.C. streets. The short term solution: there is force in numbers, so by having more people out in public places this should help deter crime and the number of robberies should begin to recede. For those wandering the D.C. streets you should consider not carrying cash or electronics, and ladies watch the pocketbooks. In addition to public knowledge and numbers to discourage crime, taking a proactive approach with the young people living in Washington D.C. can also help to lower the amount of crime. By giving young people alternative activities such as sports, or community events they can be occupied while doing positive things instead of being tempted by crime. Of course in a tough economy, the discretionary money for organized activities dwindles.

DC RobberiesWithout proper action being taken now there will in all likelihood will continue to be a crime and robbery increase in Washington D.C.. Washington D.C. crime is now beginning to result in the community living in a state of constant fear. The community at-large has a responsibility now to be more proactive deterring crime, and less reliant on the hopes that the D.C. Police force will step up and squash the growing issue. By using multiple approaches to combat the crime increase in Washington D.C. the crime problem can at least be somewhat minimized. If the alarming increase goes unnoticed for much longer, force in numbers will no longer assist in deterring crime, and the streets of D.C. will become unsafe to the point that it will start to damage the D.C. economy as D.C. residents and visitors retreat in fear.

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DC Food Truck Laws Up For Some Revisions

Posted on March 15, 2012 by admin

The DC Food trucks industry is in the process of having it’s regulations updated for the first time in decades.  It’s about time, I gotta say I was getting a bit worn out with hotdogs, pretzels and ice cream. The goal with the new regulations is to allow food trucks in DC to be able to become a more prominent portion of the DC economy for those who wish to operate them. The most beneficial of the new DC food truck regulations is a proposal that will allow them to make a stop without being hailed. This will allow the best DC food trucks to stop in areas where they will likely encounter customers eventually, but do not have to be stopped by a person on the street. Now instead of waiting for a customer to hail them, food truck operators will be able to be proactive and seek out their customers. They will be able to set up shop in areas where they will likely service customers allowing their operators more customers, and the people more food choices especially in those areas where food choices are scarce.

DC Mobile Food TruckUnfortunately not all of the new food truck regulations that are being proposed will be as beneficial. Among the more restricting of the new regulations is one that states that DC food trucks will have to close by 10 pm on weekdays, and 1 am on weekends. Although this does pretty much level the playing field with the local restaurants as most restrict themselves to similar hours. For some reason there is also small hidden proposal to limit sweet trucks to 10 minute stops when there aren’t customers waiting. Not sure why. A pure food trucks doesn’t have the same regulation. There are also concerns about the new zoning regulations that are being put into place, and that they may end up creating so called food truck free zones. It’s important that the new regulations for DC food trucks be written in such as way that food truck operators have a fair chance at being successful if they are going to be charged fees and taxes. While the proposal to allow DC food trucks to stop without being hailed is a step in the right direction, it is only a first step. By providing food trucks with regulations that will allow them to flourish, we will be giving additional people the opportunity to start a small business, and giving customers simply more choices then hot dogs and ice cream.

Food trucks in DC are a necessity, and in many other cities they flourish.As the restaurant world is slowly being overrun by huge chains and the small restaurant are being pushed out it’s more important than ever to protect and enhance the DC Food Truck industry. Food trucks are a business that have the opportunity to afford their owner a chance at true success by working hard and without the risk and huge capitol expenditures of starting a restaurant. They provide a valuable service to those that are on the go, and for people who need lunch when there is no or limited restaurants nearby. The convenience that they offer to the public is significant. This is why it’s so important that the new regulations for DC food trucks be written in a way that provides them a greater opportunity for success. It’s interesting that in other major cities such as New York and Los Angeles food trucks are a significant portion of those economies, creating opportunities and choice. In a city that is our nation’s capital an example must be set. DC food truck operators need to a basic opportunity to succeed, and must be given the freedom needed to operate with reasonable DC Food Truck Trackerregulations. In an age where the economy has affected so many, it’s more important than ever to figh

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The New National Museum Of African American History And Culture

Posted on March 3, 2012 by DCDave

On February 22nd, 2012 the official groundbreaking ceremony was held for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture. The museum will be the 19th museum opened by the Smithsonian Institution. As the name of the museum implies it will be dedicated to African American history. It’s home will be at the corner of 14th Street, NW and Constitution. The New National Museum Of African American History And Culture Unlike other museums, the National Museum of African American History and Culture will be dedicated to showing all aspects of African American history. While the museum will not be finished and ready for public view until 2015, those interested in African American history can still visit the Slaver at Jefferson’s Monticello: Paradox of Liberty exhibit at the National Museum of American History. This exhibit showcases the status of President Jefferson as both a slave owner and an anti slavery advocate. Anyone wishing to view the exhibit can do so until October 14, 2012. It is this very type of exhibit that is what will make the National Museum of African American History and Culture so unique and important and a requirement for those touring the National Mall.

Washington DC is a city that has many landmarks that are an essential part of the American landscape. Once the National Museum of African American History and Culture is finished, and open to the public, it will no doubt take it’s place as one of those landmarks. The sad and abusive history of African Americans is a part of American history that must be remembered. While this nation was built upon the ideal that all men are created equal, it took time before that statement could be considered true. Slavery was an important part of our nation’s history that must be remembered. By looking back upon past mistakes, and upon past accomplishments, we can get a better feel of where we are at as a society today. As we continue to move into the future the lessons of the past must not be ignored.

The New National Museum Of African American History And CultureAnyone planning a visit to the National Mall should make certain to take time to see the National Museum of African American History and Culture once it is completed. The museum is being planned using architecture and design inspired from African elements. Far too often is the picture of African American History subject to it’s own special kind of censorship. It’s important as a society that we look at all aspects of our history so that we can both learn from our mistakes and see the progress we have already made. The National Museum of African American History and Culture will show us an unbiased and uncensored view of the history of African Americans. Although it’s exhibits may not always be easy to view and understand, they are essential if we want to continue to grow and evolve as a society. Once completed the museum will have seven levels, and have exhibits featuring music, pop culture, sports, and military history. The many different facets of African American history that the museum portrays helps to paint a complete picture of our nation’s past, and the role that African Americans played in it.

By visiting National Museum of African American History and Culture we can ensure that some of these painful times of the past will stay in the past and serve as a reminder for current and all future generations.

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