Open Streets Wisconsin Avenue: Business Participation Form

Welcome to the Business Participation Application for the first Open Streets event on Wisconsin Avenue! The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is holding Open Streets in Ward 3 on Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 9 am to 1 pm along Wisconsin Avenue, from Tenley Circle to Western Avenue. Wisconsin Avenue will be closed to traffic and become a pedestrian-only experience.

Friendship Heights businesses on the event route (Western to Fessenden) interested in setting up demonstrations or other activities in the street in front of their storefronts can apply to participate by submitting this form. Please note: businesses in Tenleytown should apply through Tenleytown Main Street.

The deadline for submission is October 7, 2022, at 5 pm. DDOT will review and provide notification of approvals by October 14, 2022. If you have any questions about this form or how your business can best participate in Open Streets, please email the Friendship Heights Alliance at hello@friendshipheights.com or call (202) 709-9405.

Open Streets is a global initiative that offers communities the opportunity to experience their city streets in a whole new way by temporarily closing roadways to vehicles to reimagine public space, prioritize people over cars, provide easy access to recreation and health-oriented programming, and promote local economic development by helping support businesses. For more information on Open Streets, visit openstreets.dc.gov.

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* 1. Business Name

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* 2. Full Contact Name

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* 3. Email Address

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* 4. Contact Phone Number

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* 5. Business Address

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* 6. Social media handles

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* 7. What are your normal business hours for Saturdays?

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* 8. Are you planning to open your business earlier than usual on Sat., Nov. 5? (Open Streets Wisconsin Avenue is from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

Yes (please specify)

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* 9. Are you planning on selling alcohol in your public space?

Yes - I have an ABRA license

Yes - But I DO NOT have an ABRA license and will contact you at hello@friendshipheight.com for an application

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* 10. How will your business participate in Open Streets - Georgia Avenue?

Activate the parking area in front of my storefront with an activity that engages visitors and increases sales for my business (samples, inventory display, streatery, etc.)

I will be open during the event, demonstrated by propping my door open, displaying signage, or running a business special.

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Please describe the activity you are proposing, including any furniture, equipment, tent, or other items that you plan to place in public space.

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* 12. Please indicate if you would like to be a Water Station to allow event participants to refill water bottles at your business.

Yes - please indicate how many restrooms you have and how many are ADA compliant.

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* 13. What other information or materials do you need in order to participate in Open Streets - Wisconsin Avenue?

Open Streets branded balloons

Bunting (festive decorations)

Monetary support (up to $250 for additional signage such as A-frames/sandwich boards, staff time to support expanded operations, and displays for merchandise)

Other (please specify)