DC Bag Fee = Success

It's been a year since DC implemented it's 5 cent bag fee in all stores that sell food. 

Prior to the legislation, District grocery stores sent 22.5 million plastic bags out their doors every month. Now the number is closer to 3 million and expected to continue to decrease. Studies of the Anacostia and its tributary systems suggest that there are now 66% fewer plastic bags clogging up the river. (And plastic bags make up 20-45% of the total litter.)

Working across the River

I have to admit when I first took the job here in Anacostia, I thought I would be at a loss for places to eat and entertain myself during breaks.  I have been pleasantly surprised!  This week, the "Lobster truck" and "Curbside Cupcake"came to MLK Ave, and my coworkers have introduced me to several area cafe's and businesses. I'm looking forward to checking them out.

In case you're curious about what's around here - check it out here.

And who can forget "The Big Chair".