A few things you’ll find highlighted in this month’s CCCA Newsletter:
1. CCCA Meeting September 12: Don’t forget to come have a conversation with Arlington County Board Chair Christian Dorsey and Vice Chair (and Crystal City liaison) Libby Garvey. We’ve asked them to give their vision for Crystal City’s future and also react to the Livability Framework that the three sister civic associations in 22202 have been working on, including some “asks” on community benefits Check out the Livability Framework and come with your questions for this very informal meeting. We’ll meet as usual in 1805 Crystal Drive, the Crystal Park Condominium community room.
2. County Survey on Crystal Houses Park: The County is asking all of Arlington County for input on development of a community park on the border of Crystal City and Aurora Highlands by September 6. The proposed park is to be located on the Southwest corner of S. Fern and 20th Streets. It is disappointing that the County has issued this survey to the far regions of Arlington County when it is really a community park for our area. We need to be sure that they hear from our area, since we will be most affected. There are questions to raise. Does a community garden really fit the nature of our multifamily area? What about children? What will happen on S. Eads Street on the East?
3. CCCA Elections in November: We have not yet scheduled the date for our Annual Meeting in November though the topic is likely to be an update on development with a focus on livability and community “asks” for benefits. We will also have our annual elections for three offices (terms are two years): President, Membership Liaison, Secretary. The Election Committee will be reaching out shortly for volunteers to run for office, so stay tuned.
4. October and November Newsletters: Your Editor is going to be out of the country for an extended period of time. Depending on Wifi availability, the Newsletters may be sparse, late, or non-existent. Here’s hoping.