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What’s going on at Ridgecrest?
Housing, from the community Grassroots DC Housing, from the community Grassroots DC

What’s going on at Ridgecrest?

Conversation about the Residents of Ridgecrest's housing struggle from WPFW and Empower DC’s Taking Action on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 at 1:30pm.

Follow along with Grassroots DC’s reporting to see what happens next with the resident’s of Ridgecrest Community Campagin.

Join us on the lawn at 4000 E St. SE Washington, DC 20019 on Saturday September 30th at 11am for the launch of the Ridgecrest Community Campagin to take back control of the condominiums!

Event Info | follow Grassroots DC online!

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What is A Slum condo?
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What is A Slum condo?

Josh and Liane discuss the concept of a slum condo by exploring what’s happening at Ridgecrest Condominiums. This segment was played on WPFW’s Voices with Vision on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023 from 9am to 10am.

Follow along with Grassroots DC’s reporting to see what happens next with the resident’s of Ridgecrest Community Campagin.

Join us on the lawn at 4000 E St. SE Washington, DC 20019 on Saturday September 30th at 11am for the launch of the Ridgecrest Community Campagin to take back control of the condominiums!

Event Info | follow Grassroots DC online!

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Affordable Housing in the District
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Affordable Housing in the District

With inflation rising more households are on verge of being displaced. The cost to live in the District is rising rapidly without properly being addressed. 

DC has had issues with housing for years and has made slight improvements. Many residents have relocated due to waiting for assistance.

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A Timeline of Events Leading Up to The “Revitalization” of Barry Farm
Housing, Archive Anaïse Aristide Housing, Archive Anaïse Aristide

A Timeline of Events Leading Up to The “Revitalization” of Barry Farm

With the deconstruction and rebuilding of Barry Farm (most commonly referenced as Barry Farms to residents and longtime D.C citizens) under way, it is important to understand some of the key factors of this process, what led up to it and how it has been affecting the existing community. Here is a somewhat concise timeline of events to provide context and stay updated on the fast-changing neighborhood.

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Five Reasons You Should Join Your Tenant Association
Housing, Archive Caroline Housing, Archive Caroline

Five Reasons You Should Join Your Tenant Association

Five Reasons You Should Join Your Tenant Association

Tenant Associations are important community groups where residents of a property come together to address all kinds of issues relevant to the place they live. If united and strong, these groups can be instrumental in shaping the living environment of all residents. Here are five important reasons you should join or form tenant association where you live.

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