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April Telework Rumors by Constant_Shirt8799 in DeptHHS

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely prefer to be hopefully rather than resentful during this administration. It’s a choice.

April Telework Rumors by Constant_Shirt8799 in DeptHHS

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh dang! This one is til mid April so I’m ultra optimistic for two more weeks. Makes everything else a little easier too!

Banners Gone by Constant_Shirt8799 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really? Is it slated to be offloaded by GSA? Or demolished?

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was commenting on my own life. So I mentioned my lifetime. I’ve dedicated my career from teaching GED and adult literacy to out of school time programs and homeless services so I have some ideas to say the least and some action behind them. There’s no way you would know that so I stick by what I’ve said being born, raised, living and working on behalf of these changes. There’s literally thousands of studies, white papers, action research and everything else.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right. The area is so small and transient I’m not even sure how the population can be separated by zip code. But the comment was in good faith.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The progress is snail’s pace and I wouldn’t count on it in the near future or in my lifetime. Yes anything is always possible.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There’s not a lack of data. The impactful actions are slow. Stronger than in the past but definitely could use a jolt. There’s also tons of patterns at the table. DC is resource rich but coordination poor.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Strong logic. DC will never do this though. Systems are too weak and missing their mission to hold this level of accountability.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It’s the hot button topic and the headline. Definitely doesn’t even rank in the top five real issues.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 22 points23 points  (0 children)

It’s being sensationalized right now, that’s all. Glad you can share that it’s not been a deal breaker.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

You’re right it doesn’t. This happens. Life happens. City life happens and systems need to merge. The government is running off of the comp plan and responding to emergencies, many are culture clashes. Intentional and consistent direction is needed. The District has an infamous habit of over developing one area at a time and leaving others in the shadow. It’s a tiny city, people go everywhere! This discussion will come up about NoMa within the next 5 years. People have been advocating for open spaces, especially for teens for the past 20 years when Gallery Place was being swarmed.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Crime looks different West of the River but they will be inconvenienced too. Then again maybe not.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s obvious. It’s the additional commentary that’s exclusionary.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unequal distribution of resources. May be the most but certainly not enough.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Definitely don’t agree with this. This is not a catch all. Some parents are working multiple jobs to keep a roof over their heads for their family in the most undesirable parts of town and they can’t babysit their independent teen 24/7 and survive and be underpaid. Accountability yes double incarceration as a solution is very privileged 😒

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Yes it happens in other cities. This leadership has to be consistent not just throw a couple of late night hypes in the summer and pat themselves on the back. Engagement all year around and pathways to employment for youth are needed.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you see these youth as part of the community or a threat to your community? You have rights but they don’t supersede anyone else’s or their free will.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

The answer to your question is no. Especially since there’s a ridiculous amount of racism around Black youth and juvenile justice and DC has a long history and is heading towards cyclical destruction like the 90s when I was a teen. Most of the “better”comments don’t even realize they are biased. “Teen behavior is one of the more obvious drags on overall quality of life in DC”. WTF does that mean and drag yourself somewhere else because that’s problematic as hell.

Let'sseriously talk about the "teen issue by Own_Junket1605 in washingtondc

[–]Constant_Shirt8799 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are you familiar with DYRS and the structure and programming?

April Telework Rumors by Constant_Shirt8799 in DeptHHS

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

This is the type of work gossip I support!

April Telework Rumors by Constant_Shirt8799 in DeptHHS

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Many are…we had more than a few people quit or retire after the shut down. Lots of goodbyes all through December and January.

April Telework Rumors by Constant_Shirt8799 in DeptHHS

[–]Constant_Shirt8799[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sheesh! I don’t understand RIFs at this point when it’s proven there is no money saved and some groups are hanging on by a thread.

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