The DC Council today passed a resolution approving $2.7 million in projects for Ward One neighborhoods - including three parks and a major investment in job training. The spending is part of the current fiscal year's budget, and was included at the request of Councilmember Jim Graham (D-Ward One).

Included in the resolution:

• Pocket Park ($250,000). Redesign and development of the pocket park at 14th, Oak and Ogden Streets, NW.
• Job Training Center ($250,000). Provide job training, skill building and employment services on Georgia Avenue, NW.
• Girard Park ($250,000). Redesign and development of the park at 14th and Girard Streets, NW.
• Green Team ($350,000). Train the homeless to "clean and green" retail areas at 14th and U and in Shaw.
• Civic Plaza ($1.6 million). Construct a public plaza at 14th Street, Park Road and Kenyon Street, NW, according to the Columbia Heights Public Realm Plan.

Proposed Resolution 16-682 is available for viewing online.

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