@charlesallen

Dad, husband, & problem solver. Ward 6 Councilmember. Building stronger neighborhoods that everyone can call home. Personal account.

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Joined July 2008
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Good morning Ward 6! In-person early voting begins today at 8:30am at multiple vote centers: - Walker-Jones Edu Campus - Sherwood Rec - King-Greenleaf Rec And ballot drop boxes remain open at several more locations through November 3rd. Make your plan to vote!
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Earlier a gas line was ruptured during construction at Hotel Harrington. Due to the scope of the rupture, we had to shut off power to the site, which included the surrounding blocks. The gas to the building has now been shut off and Pepco is working to restore power.
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AlertDC
@AlertDCOct 22
[AlertDC] DC Fire is reporting the following road closures due to fire department activity. 400-500 blocks of 11th Street, NW, between F Street and Pennsylvania Avenue 1100 block of E Street, NW, between 11th and 12th Streets 1100 block of F Street, NW manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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Attn: The following Road Closures are in place due to the gas leak at 436 11th St NW -- No vehicular or pedestrian traffic until further notice ⛔️500 thru 400 Blocks of 11th St NW (NTS) ⛔️1100 Blocks of E St NW (NTE) 🚗Seek alternate route or follow MPD directions
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CM Allen's Team@CMCharlesAllenOct 22
We had a wonderful time with @foodandfriends delivering meals to our Ward 6 Neighbors. And we even got a peek at the expansion to their Fort Totten facilities, which is expected to help double their production in the future!
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Appreciate the partnership & shared work for our community @CMWendellFelder!
Councilmember Wendell Felder@CMWendellFelderOct 21
Tonight, I joined @charlesallen and neighbors from Wards 6 and 7 for a public safety walk along 15th St. NE.  Keeping communities safe takes collaboration across Wards and agencies. Thanks to MPD, ANC Commissioners, and neighbors for coming out.
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Rep. Jamie Raskin
@RepRaskinOct 20
East Potomac Park was established more than a century ago by Congress for the recreational leisure of the people: golfers, hikers, bikers, walkers, yoga classes and you name it. Hundreds of thousands of people in the DMV and visitors from elsewhere enjoy this beautiful landmark. Of course, Trump’s now trying to steal it for another imbecilic vanity project so billionaires and Trump’s royal court have another place to golf. They have already illegally demolished hundreds of trees where they want the new course to go. With Halloween approaching, maybe it’s time for a march of the Loraxes to stop this criminal desecration and destruction of federal property. washingtonpost.com/sports/20…

Trump shares plan to overhaul East Potomac golf course amid court fight over land

The historic public facility will close for about 15 months, he said. A federal judge has ordered Trump administration officials to testify Monday about the origins and execution of the plan.

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I’ve spoken with MPD’s Cmdr Hall as well as head of ABCA. We’ve seen repeated issues outside Cafe 8, including gunshots. The latest left 2 people shot. MPD & ABCA are investigating and I believe an emergency closure should take place until this business changes how they operate.
Larry Janezich@ljjanezichOct 19
National Guard Member Shot in Leg on Barracks Row Last Night bit.ly/4sbBQ7r

National Guard Member Shot in Leg on Barracks Row Last Night

by Larry Janezich Posted October 19, 2026 Last night about 11:10pm, a fight broke out on the 400 block of Barracks Row in front of an establishment on the block.  According to interim Police Chief …

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Metro Forward
@wmataOct 11
Where Metro goes, community grows. NoMa-Gallaudet U shows what can happen when transit and development grow together. The station area leads the Metro system in transit-oriented development added since 2019, with 10,826 new residential units and $4.28 billion in added assessed property value. That growth is reflected at the station, where NoMa-Gallaudet U has been a leader in ridership recovery and is setting new ridership records. Behind those numbers is a neighborhood where homes, jobs, shops, and public spaces come together, with Metro connecting the community to opportunities across the region. That’s transit-oriented development: supporting economic growth and making it easier to reach everyday destinations without a car.
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Love seeing folks strolling around for the Porch Fest!
Charles Allen@charlesallenOct 10
Let’s get this started! Happy Capitol Hill Porch Fest!
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Let’s get this started! Happy Capitol Hill Porch Fest!
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Yesterday was a great day for the 25th annual Walk & Roll to School Day! Let’s make sure our kiddos can walk, bike, or roll to school every day!
CM Allen's Team@CMCharlesAllenOct 7
đźš´A beautiful morning for Walk and Roll to School Day at Lincoln Park!
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The #WeekWithoutDriving challenge begins today. My commute looked a lot like it normally does with a short walk to Union Station, a smooth trip to Metro Center, and a couple of blocks walk to the Wilson Building.
Metro Forward
@wmataOct 1
Today’s the day! 🚗🚫 Take the National #WeekWithoutDriving pledge and see if you can go car-free or car-light from now through Oct. 8.    This annual challenge offers a chance to experience the barriers people face when they can’t drive and raise awareness of the great public transit options available in our region.    Every car-free mile helps tell the story of why accessible, reliable transportation matters. 💙🚆 🚍 Be sure to share your story and tag us in your photos! 📷
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Ward 6… the next Mayor’s Listening Tour is coming this week. On Thursday evening, join Ward 6 neighbors and Janeese Lewis George to share your ideas & questions about our city’s future. RSVP details below. See you there! @theHillisHome @HillRagDC @TheSouthwester @ljjanezich
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Groundbreaking 🪏 to ribbon cutting! ✂️ 115 new affordable homes delivered in the heart of NoMa. Amazing connections to Metro, schools, grocery, & jobs. In addition, Green Bank financing means higher efficiency & lower utility costs - so the bills are more affordable!
Charles Allen@charlesallen25 Sep 2024
We broke ground yesterday on the new 100% affordable housing building in NoMa at 301 FL Ave. 115 new homes set aside for residents making 30-50% AMI. Walkable to Metro, grocery stores, schools, & with help from DC Green Bank, it’ll result in utility costs 15-20% ⬇️ than average!
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Today, my Transportation committee approved Eric’s ID Law. DC will join several other states giving residents with non-apparent disabilities a choice to add a symbol on their ID. Also adds training for law enforcement. Big thx to Eric & his mother for joining us at today’s vote!
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The symbol, a butterfly, will help law enforcement know that an individual may respond differently during an encounter. Paired with effective training, it can reduce the chance of negative interactions & increase the likelihood of more appropriate actions by first responders.
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The line to get in was wrapped around the block. Folks had brought chairs to just set up and enjoy from just outside as well. What a great event at MLK for #ArtAllNight with @dcpl!
DC Public Library@dcplSep 13
We see you, DC! Welcome to the MLK Library! #ArtAllNight ❤️
Crowd outside the MLK Library for Art All Night

ALT Crowd outside the MLK Library for Art All Night

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Metro Forward
@wmataSep 10
Tomorrow marks 25 years since September 11, 2001. In solemn observance, we will pause all service across our system for one minute at 9:37 a.m. We invite you to join us in this moment of remembrance as we honor the lives lost and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.
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It’s incredible. What a great opening earlier today! Hope to see you at the community open house & celebration today from 5-7pm!
CM Allen's Team@CMCharlesAllenSep 10
Ready, set, read! The Southeast Library is officially open. It was years in the making, and everyone’s joyous reactions made it worth it (along with the line out the door!).
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