Alana Miniovich 1900 F Street NW Washington, DC 20052

10/3/2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 411 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Zoning Case #: Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Alana Miniovich and I am a Biomedical Engineer at The George Washington University with an expected graduation year of May 2021.

I am writing to you because I would love to see the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue project become a new feature on our GW campus. I feel it will beautify our campus, help foster a prospering DC community, and also believe that it will draw in revenue that can benefit our institution and the city.

Additionally, the construction of this building would not only allow our campus to further progress with our stance in sustainability, but it would greatly improve the education of countless students. As an engineering student, GW has recently built the brand new SEH building that allows students to be immersed in high tech equipment in a positive work environment. The presence of the SEH building was made possible in part through the lease on I street which provided non-tuition based revenue that could then be put back into the school. As an engineer, I was privileged with the opportunity to use brand new equipment in state of the art labs and I believe that students in the other disciplines should be able to have access to new equipment as well that can further their learning. The SEH building was a giant success and based on this I believe that the 2100 Pennsylvania project would be a great inclusion to our campus.

Thank you for your time and consideration in reading this letter. I hope that this project can be made into reality so that students across campus can experience a more diverse college experience. The creation of this building would benefit the students of George Washington University as well as the community.

In Gratitude,

Alana Miniovich ZONING COMMISSION District of Columbia

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Alex Wang 2501 Q St., NW #325 Washington, DC 20007

Sep, 27, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

Hi, my name is Alex Wang, I am a George Washington graduate student pursuing a degree in Applied Economics, and I have been in GW for the past 6 years, where I’ve completed my undergraduate degree as well.

As a student of economics, I understand how important it is to have additional revenue to fund research, teaching and other needed scholarships for students. Therefore, I believe the project’s additional revenue will benefit me as a student, and alumni if my school continues to “raise high”. In additional to the benefit of GW students., it will also no doubt benefit the Foggy Bottom Community. These benefits to the GW Community can be seen in property taxes that will be generated through those new office buildings; in addition, new retail spaces will generate retail sales taxes at both the local level and federal level. Those property taxes can fund nearby schools and parks and make Washington more equitable to all.

To conclude, I wholeheartedly support my school to take the initiative to develop this project, first because I believe it will benefit me as a student and future alum, and second as it will benefit Foggy Bottom residences.

Sincerely,

Alex Wang

Alexandra Dobre ​ ​ 600 20th Street NW #509 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Washington, DC 20052 ​ ​ ​ ​

October 5, 2017 ​ ​ ​ ​

District of Columbia Zoning Commission ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 441 4th Street NW, Suite 2015 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

My name is Alexandra Dobre and I am a sophomore at the George Washington University ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ studying economics. Originally from a small town in Iowa, I would be lying if I said I wasn’t ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ nervous coming into my freshman year about attending school in a big city. I was concerned ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ there wouldn’t be many spaces on campus for students to congregate and reap the many ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ benefits of student life. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

That sentiment reversed when I arrived on campus and found my home within the on-campus ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ spaces such as District House, the Marvin Center, and even various dining centers like Whole ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Foods. That is why I support the development of 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue -- much like the ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ spaces listed beforehand, I know it will benefit GW students and the Foggy Bottom community ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ as a whole. ​ ​ ​ ​

Not only will the space serve to extend student space and dining options, however, it will be a ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ significant investment in students’ education. WIth GW’s valuable location in the heart of Foggy ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Bottom, we must continue to promote projects that reap future reward, whether they are ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ academic, financial, or community-based. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Thank you for your time and consideration and all the work you have done. I am optimistic this ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ project will be approved and will benefit community members for years to come. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Sincerely,

Alexandra Dobre ​ ​

Amal Moosa The George Washington University Madison Hall Rm. 303 736 22nd Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20052

October 4, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman, My name is Amal Moosa, and I’m a freshman at the George Washington University School of Business studying marketing. As an Eco Rep for my residence hall I see the new building being built on campus as an incredible opportunity to have another eco-friendly building for students to enjoy. I’m incredibly passionate about sustainability as well as having a welcoming campus with a strong community so this project is very close to me.

A building like this could bring in a lot of revenue for future projects just as the Avenue helped to fund the Science and Engineering Hall, which is my personal favorite place to study on campus and has such as cool environment due to its architecture and eco- friendly features. This building could also be LEED certified version 4 and be just as a cool place for students as the Science and Engineering Hall while promoting sustainability and making D.C. a cleaner place to live. Lastly, the new building would be a sight to see with innovative architecture and could a be a new focal point on campus that prospective students would be excited to see on tours and current students could enjoy!

Thank you so much for hearing me out on why I’m excited for this project! This is an incredible revenue opportunity for future projects and could promote sustainability while being an attractive building for students to enjoy! I hope this project is approved and I look forward to hearing a decision!

Sincerely,

Amal Moosa Ambika Mittal 2021 F St NW #223 Washington, DC 20052

October 8, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Ambika Mittal and I am a freshman at the George Washington University in the Columbian College of Arts and Science. Everyday I engage, academically and personally, with George Washington’s campus and see the effects of past projects. In my next four years on campus, I will spend time in and around the 2100 Pennsylvania building and can imagine how this building will benefit my GW community.

This project is unique because it is an advancement for the George Washington University and the DC community too. The 2100 Pennsylvania building is anticipated to obtain a LEED Gold Status which supports GW’s commitment to sustainability on campus. However, sustainability is a community effort and the benefits of being environmentally conscious do not only apply to Foggy Bottom. The commercial and retail space will increase revenue for the university--which will better the overall learning environment for students--and tax revenue for DC. Lastly, the building contributes to a strikingly beautiful and modern city through its progressive architecture.

Thank you for your time and consideration in addition to your commitment to DC. I hope you will approve the project as it contributes to the overall betterment of GW’s campus and the DC community. I look forward to hearing your decision.

Regards,

Ambika Mittal

Anna Gallicchio 2350 H. Street NW Washington, DC 20052

September 27th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201 South Z.C. Order No. 06-11/06-12

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11o & 06-12o

Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

I write to you and the council in complete support of the upcoming development project located on 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. Supporting the new construction is important to me not only as a resident of the Foggy Bottom community, but also as a student of sustainable development. I am a second year International Affairs major focusing my studies on International Development, with a minor in Sustainability. Through classes at the George Washington University I have learned how economics, environment and social components all play a role in developing sustainably.

Post construction of the new structure, there will be an ingrained focus on all three of these topic areas. Environment and economics will be combined in this LEED certified building, which will attract sustainably-minded and future-looking businesses to fill the space. This is a substantial and important development, because to me it will represent to the DC community the type of positive construction that can take place.

The most important change that I feel will come from this project will be an increased sense of community along the Eye Street corridor. Not only will this new building create storefronts that will generate revenues for the city, but these locations will also help to foster a welcoming community. Progress can take many forms, but I strongly believe that this new building will help drive the Foggy Bottom area to become a more community centered place. For these reasons I am in support of the construction at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, and look forward to seeing the progression of this project from illustrations to reality.

Sincerely,

Anna Gallicchio Carly Soll 1900 F Street Washington, DC 20052

October 5, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 2015

Re: Zoning Commission Case #06-11 & #06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Carly and I am a student at the George Washington University. I am currently undecided, but I am planning on minoring in Spanish and am looking to explore psychology, international affairs, and sustainability. I am contacting you because I support the construction of the 2100 Pennsylvania Project.

This project is very appealing to me because as a student it is really difficult to be as environmentally conscious as I would like. Therefore, it is exciting to envision a new building on campus that is not only architecturally progressive but that also commits to sustainability and improves parks. I know that I as well as the other students in the area would take advantage of all of the resources the 2100 Pennsylvania Project has to offer.

Thank you so much for your time and consideration. I am extremely excited to continue exploring all D.C. has to offer, and I am looking forward to hearing your decision regarding the project.

Sincerely,

Carly Chelsea Crane 2350 H Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20052

October 5, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S Washington, DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11/06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission, ­­­­­­­­

My name is Chelsea Crane and I am a second-year student at the George Washington University, studying communications. I am from Long Island, New York just a short train ride from the city, but I have come to view D.C. as my second home.

Many people are surprised to hear that GW does not have a dining hall on our Foggy Bottom campus, and even think us students miss out on a key part of the college experience. However I would hardly agree! We get to enjoy the countless dining options the city has to offer, even on a college budget. One of the many vendors I could not live without is Whole Foods, because it has such a wide variety of foods to chose from, and offers many healthy options. When I was introduced to the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue project, I learned that my favorite place to eat on Foggy Bottom, in addition to Roti and Sweetgreen, were developments that came from another zoning case just a few years ago. That encouraged me to write a letter in support for this project, because I know it will add to the great atmosphere that I Street already has, and bring great new retail options to campus for both students and community members alike.

Especially if the retail spaces are filled with cafes or restaurants, I street could become Foggy Bottom’s premier dining destination. This would be good for a number of reasons: not only would it attract more people to Foggy Bottom and bring in more revenue for the District, it would be a great way to increase interaction between students and community members. Also, due to GW’s diverse student body, the new vendors could possibly fit the unique dietary needs of our students who prefer to eat Kosher, Halal, vegan or have any other restrictions. For these factors I strongly believe this project should be approved.

Thank you kindly for considering my message.

Sincerely,

Chelsea Crane Cierra Nakakura 2100 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20052

September 12th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Hood 441 4th Street NW Washington, DC 20001

Zoning Case #: Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission:

Hello! My name is Cierra Nakakura and I am a second year student of the School of Business here at the George Washington University. After learning about this project, I felt it was my responsibility as a student and community member to express my strong support in this endeavor.

As a business student here at the George Washington University, I recognized the enormous impact that this type of development can have on an area. With an increased retail and shopping section on Eye Street, the tax revenue will benefit the city and the economic hotspot will draw in numerous other vendors to the area. This not only increases the diversity of dining options for Foggy Bottom and local workers, but also creates an accessible and thriving business community.

With this in mind, I would like to again emphasize the importance of future construction to me and thank you for the countless hours of effort that go into approving these projects.

Best:

Cierra Nakakura BA Candidate – Business, Class of 2020 The George Washington University

Claire Martin 2400 Virginia Avenue NW Washington, DC 20037 October 6, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11 & 06-12 Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Claire Martin and I am a senior at the George Washington University studying Marketing and Environmental Studies. I am employed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission located near Union Station. And I am a lifelong resident of the area, having grown in a DC commuter town just north of the Mason-Dixon line.

In my years of visiting Washington, DC I have been amazed at the great progress the city and neighborhoods have seen. Since I’ve lived in the District, I have grown to love the Foggy Bottom area, but I see that the area has a lot of room to grow as far as retail development goes. Most GW students opt for a trip to Georgetown or Amazon when they need a quick shopping need. There is untapped retail potential in the Foggy Bottom bubble that could generate high returns for business owners and taxable retail for the city. Apart from GW students, I believe that the whole neighborhood could benefit from nearby shopping options that offer post 9-5 hours.

The George Washington University has laid out the blueprints for a building that would open the gates for such possibilities. The blueprints for the development site in question are truly stunning, representative of the pride our university and community holds for our waving flag. The LEED Gold aspired certification of the building shows the University’s dedication to the DC community to make DC an environmentally friendly city. With Foggy Bottom metro being closer to the Lincoln Memorial than any other metro station, GW will be able to showcase the beauty of our neighborhood to incoming tourists.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I am a firm advocate of this project, and hope that GW and the Zoning Commission will be able to come together toward this remarkable project.

Sincerely,

Claire Martin Colin Brodie 736 22nd St NW Washington, DC 20052

October 3, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington, D.C.

Dear Zoning Commission,

I am a freshman in the GW School of Business who recently learned about the proposed Square 75 building at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. I am writing to you because I think the building is a very good idea and is a worthwhile investment both for the city and for the university.

I will be graduating in 2021, so I probably won’t be in DC to see the building completed, but I am still very interested in it. One of the most important reasons that the building is a good idea for the school is that it will lead to long-term increased revenue, which GW can re-invest into academic buildings. In regards to the community, the shops inside could provide jobs to people living around DC and for students doing work studies - just as the stores in the Avenue do. Finally, as environmental awareness becomes more and more of an important issue, the idea of buildings being “green” is more and more popular. GW and the city of DC can be on the forefront of sustainability by investing in projects such as Square 75, which can inspire others to follow suit.

Sincerely,

Colin Brodie

Colin Medwick 2100 F Street, NW Washington, D.C., 20052

September 27, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case #06-11 & #06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Colin Medwick and I am a freshman at the George Washington University, studying Business Economics and Public Policy and minoring in sustainability. As I’m originally from New Jersey, I already feel at home in this great city and feel invested in its progress and development.

Something that drew me to GW was how unique and futuristic the Foggy Bottom neighborhood already is. The already impressive amount LEED certified buildings and conveniently located dining and shopping options are things myself and other students take pride in and want to continue to improve. When I heard about the potential building plans at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, I immediately felt compelled to reach out and express my support.

There are a number of reasons this building would be beneficial for our campus and the surrounding committee. First, it contributes to the lively business atmosphere and thriving economy. These provide a number of opportunities for students to work to make college more affordable, as well as contributing to the campus environment. Additionally, it is a way for the University and the city to generate revenue.

Not only would this building be an economic gain for the campus and city, it’s essential to a bright environmental future. Sustainability is something I’m passionate about, and our future on campus and in DC will be brighter if the city invests in LEED certified structures. I am proud of GW and DC’s leadership when it comes to innovation in sustainability, and I would like to be a part of its continuity.

Thank you for your time and commitment to D.C. I hope my points as a student and resident will be considered, and I look forward to hearing the decision.

Sincerely,

Colin Medwick Colin O’Brien 2350 H Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20052

September 17, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission, ­­­­­­­­

My name is Colin O’Brien and I am a second-year student at the George Washington University, studying Latin American and Hemispheric Studies in the Elliott School of International Affairs. Being from a small town in Western Massachusetts I have grown to love Foggy Bottom and the rest of D.C. and I am very invested in seeing progress come to our great city.

As a student at GW, I now live in Amsterdam Hall on H street, very close to the popular I street retail area. The convenience of having a Metro station, a grocery store and four fantastic dining options a mere block from my dorm is an amazing experience, and the lively atmosphere of the area makes it feel as though it is the Main St. of our little slice of DC. When I learned of the plans to extend this I street retail corridor by developing a new building on the 2100 Penn site, I became interested in learning more about the project. I quickly realized that this project, should it be approved, will be one of the most important additions to our campus, and to Foggy Bottom, that has been made in many years.

First off, the building itself is beautifully designed and will serve wonderfully as the entrance to our campus and community. Second, the retail spaces on the I street side of the project will connect the existing corridor bringing even more of a vibrant community feel to our neighborhood, in addition to providing increased revenue for the district. Lastly, and most important to me, the new building will be LEED Gold Certified under the newest V4 certification process, adding to the seven LEED Gold or Platinum certified buildings already on GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus. The 2100 Penn project will thus show our continued commitment to sustainably conscious development and improve Washington’s status as a model for innovative and environmentally friendly cities.

I thank you all for your time and consideration of my message and I truly hope that the George Washington University and the Zoning Commission can work together to continue to bring progress, growth and innovation to our community and to the District.

Sincerely,

Colin O’Brien Connor Witschonke 2021 F St. NW, Suite 1021 Washington, D.C. 20052

September 27, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 2015 Washington, DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Connor Witschonke. I am a first-year student at the George Washington University, studying Business Administration in the George Washington University School of Business. I was born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, and as such, have spent the entirety of my life in a heavily populated metropolitan area. Living in the District of Columbia has been a familiar, but simultaneously fresh and exciting experience for me as a new student and resident.

Living in Potomac House on F Street, I truly have the experience of living in a bustling metropolis for the first time, especially on George Washington’s beautiful campus in Foggy Bottom. The exciting development of the West End neighborhood as a whole, the options for dining and entertainment that this part of the District has to offer and the convenience of the Foggy Bottom Metro stop right on campus have made living in D.C. a dream come true so far. When I was made aware of the plans to redevelop the building at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, I was excited and curious to learn more. If the current project plans are put into action, the result will not be one I see in my time at George Washington, but one that will benefit future students and residents for years to come.

Not only will the building be a beautiful addition to a neighborhood full of stunning architecture and promising urban development, but it will also carry the LEED Gold V4 Certification. 2100 Penn would join seven other LEED Gold or Platinum buildings on GW’s campus, proving that the university is not only committed to improving the area, but environmental awareness and sustainability.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I believe that the George Washington University and the Zoning Commission can create sustainable growth and innovation to our beautiful city and campus, and this project will do a great deal for those ideals.

Regards,

Connor Witschonke Daniel Di Camillo 2100 Foxhall Road NW Washington, DC 20007

October 3, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S Washington, D.C. 20001-2714

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

I am currently a freshman studying political science in The George Washington’s Columbian College of Arts and Sciences. I chose to come to the university and DC because of the innovation, forward thinking, and immersion into the core of our nation’s culture.

I believe the the university gives students an opportunity to live independently as adults, more so than other universities because George Washington demands students to live in the middle of a bustling metropolis and take responsibility for themselves. This requires students to work closely with administration. It also requires students to purchase their own meals, groceries, home necessities, and other personal supplies. The 2100 Penn building project opens new possibilities for students to connect with administration and take care of their personal shopping.

I believe these are some of the many aspects of DC and the university that make it an appealing place to live and learn. I believe that college students in DC gain unparalleled access to the “real- world.” This includes access to internships, research resources, world class institutions, and the political processes that occur uniquely in our city. College students who do not reside in DC rarely have the same exposure to these amenities. The 2100 Penn building will continue to contribute to the attributes that make DC as a student-friendly city. Having recently chosen to pursue my higher education in DC, I know that buildings like 2100 Penn helped to sway my decision.

I appreciate you taking the time to consider my message. I believe that cooperation between the university and the Zoning Commission will lead to improvements for both parties and have a positive impact on all members of the DC community.

Sincerely,

Daniel Di Camillo David Myerson 4600 Connecticut Ave NW, Apt 227 Washington, DC 20008

October 9, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Zoning Case Number: 06-11 and 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

I am writing to you as a concerned alumnus of George Washington University. I understand that the University’s proposed redevelopment of the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue square is under review. As both a recent graduate and resident of the district, I strongly urge the board to grant approval of this project.

If approved, 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue will join the revenue generating projects that have helped GW to become a world class research institution. Just as prior revenue generating redevelopments have laid the groundwork for the Science and Engineering Hall, approval of the 2100 Pennsylvania redevelopment will allow the university to continue to attract top level academics and students in an extremely competitive environment. I am the recipient of a large amount of financial aid granted to me by the university. It is for this reason that despite having graduated I feel compelled to write to you now. Many applicants to universities are forced to make their decision based on the financial aid offered by their schools. With its location in one of the most expensive cities in the country, it is vital for the future growth of both the university and its future alumni that this project be allowed to take place.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I sincerely hope that you grant this redevelopment the consideration that it deserves. I look forward to hearing of your decision.

Sincerely,

David Myerson Dor Hirsh Bar Gai 323 I St. SW Washington, DC 20024

Sep, 28, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington, DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

Hello, my name is Dor Hirsh Bar Gai and I am graduate student at the George Washington University, pursuing an MS in environmental and energy management. I have called GW home since 2012 when I started my undergraduate career, studying systems engineering and philosophy. As a proud member of the GW and Foggy Bottom community, I am excited for this new opportunity that will benefit the greater Foggy area and GW student past, present and future.

With sustainability-minded engineering, the LEED Gold status of the project will be a terrific contribution to both GW and DCs commitments to reducing our ecological footprint. Being a leader in education and paving the way for more universities and cities to follow our practices. In addition, the non-tuition based benefits of the development project will enable GW to further invest in and enhance its operations and dedications to student well-being and academic research.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I hope to see this project come to fruition as we further the sustainability efforts of GW and DC, and continue to positively impact our neighborhood and community.

In gratitude,

Dor Hirsh Bar Gai

Elena Jorgensen 514 19th St., NW #629 Washington, DC

October 3, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th St, NW, Room 201 South Washington, DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

Hi my name is Elena Jorgensen. I am a freshman at GWU majoring in Graphic Design at the Corcoran with a minor in Sustainability. I moved here a little over a month ago from San Jose, California, a community very concerned with lowering our impact on the environment.

Moving to DC from the West Coast has been a really interesting experience, I’ve met many new people from all over the US, and have learned tons from them, but have yet to meet many DC locals. The new retail in this building would further blend GW students and the surrounding Foggy Bottom community. This LEED certified building would also further GW’s commitment to sustainability, something I think is very important for GW to uphold for future generations of GW students.

Thank you for taking the time to read my letter and for your commitment to the DC community. I really hope you will approve this project, and with it the further integration of GWU into the DC community. I look forward to hearing your decision.

Sincerely,

Elena Jorgensen Elisabeth Buchwald Amsterdam Hall 2350 H St NW Washington, DC 20052

October 6th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington, DC 20001-2714

Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Elisabeth Buchwald and I am currently a student at GW majoring in Business Administration and Economics. In nearly every class I have taken here at GW, all my professors have stressed the significance of innovation and sustainability. Frequently as I walk to classes I see prospective students touring GW and I always think about what their future experience at GW will be like. I am therefore writing this letter to you in hopes that by the time these students arrive at GW they will be able to utilize the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue development project.

As a LEED certified building, not only will the 2100 building present new sustainable business opportunities and funds for GW, but it will also serve as pillar for future research by providing students and professors with state of the art facilities and resources. At the end of the day, it is the current student body and future student bodies that will be forced to confront the consequences of past actions. We cannot undo what has already been done, but with projects like 2100 Pennsylvania Ave we can do our part in developing a better, more sustainable future at GW and beyond.

I hope you are able to take my sentiments into consideration as you deliberate the 2100 Pennsylvania project. I thank you for taking the time to read this letter and for your continuing dedication to all the members of the GW community.

Sincerely,

Elisabeth Buchwald

Emily Hill 1900 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20052

September 27, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW Suite 2015

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11O and 06-12O

Dear Chair Hood and the Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Emily Hill and I am freshman at George Washington University. I am from the Philadelphia area and studying biology in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences. I am writing this letter to encourage you and the members of the zoning commission to allow for the building and renovations of 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue and Rice Hall building. This project will allow for GW and its faculty and students to engage more with the DC community due to the prime location and purpose of the building. With its location at the end of GW’s campus, it will allow for interaction with the larger DC community through the retail stores and office spaces. The new building will also modernize the GW campus and help to make GW a renowned research institution. The plans for the building are also very sustainable and environmentally friendly. And with climate change being such a pressing issue, the sustainability aspect of this new building is very important to me personally and should be for the rest of the world as well. Thank you for your time in considering the zoning of the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue and Rice Hall project. I hope you and the other members of the zoning commission will evaluate all the positive aspects this project will bring not only to GW, but to the DC community as well. I sincerely hope for the approval of this project and look forward to hearing your decision.

Regards,

Emily Hill Emily Sill The George Washington University 2100 Foxhall Road NW Washington, D.C. 20007 10/05/2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 205 Washington, D.C. 20007

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman: My name is Emily Sill and I am writing to you today about the space on 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue and the impact it would have on the students and community here at GW. I am a freshman in the School of Business majoring in marketing and international affairs with an interest in the environmental sustainability and conservation my university promotes. My interest and passions are a main reason for my support in this project and I hope to gain yours. As an active Eco Representative on campus, I am pleased to see that this building meets the criteria for LEED Gold Status and further supports GW’s commitment to sustainability and proves our environmental consciousness. It also beautifies our campus and will really connect all ends of the street in a uniform, modern setting. Eighty-five percent of the street level frontage will serve the community as retail shops and services. Lastly, it will increase non-tuition based revenue for GW allowing more funds for a greater education. This includes better facilities, resources, and professors. I know I would love a new area to study or get work done while expanding my borders of the Foggy Bottom campus. Thank you so much for taking the time to considering our project. I would also like to thank you for your commitment and consideration to D.C. I hope you view this proposal as positively and helpful to our community and university as I do.

Emily Sill Emily Snow 2223 H Street, NW Fulbright Hall Washington, DC 20052

October 3rd, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Room 201 South

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Emily Snow and I am a sophomore here at The George Washington University. Currently, I am a chemistry major in the Science Engineering and Applied Sciences School. My friend told me about the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue project, and after learning more about what has been accomplished in past development projects, I am an avid proponent of it.

Every Tuesday afternoon, I attend my chemistry lab at Science and Engineering Hall. Just from this class alone, I am amazed at the quality of the resources given to us in this lab. I am able to get hands on learning, something I am incredibly grateful for. This hall, a result of a past development projects, has allowed me to receive a top notch science education. I know that the building on 2100 Pennsylvania avenue will generate additional revenue for my university. At a school like GW, there are an endless amount of possibilities that money can be used for. That money would create even better resources, stimulate cutting edge research and so much more.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my letter. I would be endlessly thankful for the project to begin. This project would only make GW a better, more prestigious university.

With Gratitude,

Emily Snow Emma Martens 2212 I (Eye) Street, NW 506 Washington, DC 20052 October 2, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Hood 441 4th Street NW Washington, DC 20001

Zoning Case Number: Re: Zoning Commission Case Numbers 06-11 and 06-12

Dear District of Columbia Zoning Commission:

My name is Emma Martens and I am a current student at the George Washington University, with an expected graduation date of 2019. I am a human services and social justice major, but more importantly I am a proud resident of the Foggy Bottom Community.

As a resident in Munson Hall on GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus, I am lucky to be just steps away from a grocery store, several great restaurants and the Metro stop. With that being said, I can also see from my room Rice Hall and 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. From my window, you can see the huge contrast of a bustling city street, and the starkly quieter one just one block over. Construction of the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue building would have major impacts on future residents of my current hall. Even when taking this into consideration though, I feel that the benefits to the development of a community, retail space on all of Eye Street far outweighs any short term costs of the project.

I look forward to hearing your decision and thank you for the attention and time you have put into this zoning decision.

Sincerely,

Emma Martens

Finley Wetmore 2100 F St. NW Washington, DC 20052

September 12th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S Washington, DC 20001

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11O & 06-12O

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Finley Wetmore and I am a current sophomore at the George Washington University. I am studying Systems Engineering in the School of Engineering and Applied Science here at GW, a field which has enlightened me to the fact that success lies at the cross between sustainability and economics. This is why I am sending this letter to share my support for the upcoming 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue development project.

The project has been designed to meet high sustainability and economic standards. The project will attain at least a Gold rating under the LEED v4 Core and Shell rating system which is extremely important to me as a student but also as a member of the Foggy Bottom community at large. I am proud to know that my university cares enough about the environment to ensure that every new building on our campus is LEED certified. The project will bring money to the university because it is an investment property, and its LEED certification will bring sustainable value to our campus.

I deeply appreciate your commitment to making the DC community a better place to live and work. The 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue project is a win for the community in all aspects - it brings economic and sustainable value to the university, it has beautiful streetscape appeal, and will bring new retail opportunities for the neighborhood. I sincerely thank you for taking the time to read this letter and hope you take my thoughts into consideration as you make your decision.

Regards,

Finley Wetmore Genevieve Cifelli 607 23rd Street Washington, DC 20052

October 1, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood,

I am writing to you to share my excitement for the new perspective plan around the 2100 Pennsylvania building. As a third-year student studying political communication at GW’s School of Media and Public Affairs, GW and the Foggy Bottom community has become a home to me. Any resident wants to see their community continue to grow with the times, and for that reason, I am in support of the plans.

The possibility of future dining options on campus makes this project special. In recent years, GW and the Foggy Bottom area has seen a great increase in businesses that create a sense of community. With areas like the Eye St corridor, my friends and I can easily stop at one of the wonderful restaurants in between classes, or after returning from the Foggy Bottom Metro Station. New retail space that could potentially become additional dining options is a win for GW students, as well as a win for members of the Foggy Bottom and surrounding communities.

Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. Please take my letter into consideration when making your final decision.

Sincerely,

Genevieve Cifelli

Gerard O. Wood 2135 F Street NW, Apt. 406 • Washington, DC 20052 • 202.630.1314 • [email protected]

October 5, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201S

RE: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman:

I am a senior at The George Washington University studying political science and philosophy. While I will be graduating from GW in May, I wanted to take the time to submit my support for a project that will improve the experience of students and others in the Foggy Bottom area in the time to come after I graduate.

The updated architecture and design will match a more modern look that office buildings and retail spaces in the District are moving towards. The revenue generated from the project will also allow for more academic resources for the student population at GW, whether that be by an increased number of professors or through new programing and initiatives. The building revenue would also allow for new or updated academic buildings and facilities, which would greatly impact and improve the student experience at GW.

Thank you for your time and consideration of this project, and I hope you can see the great ways in which the students and residents in Foggy Bottom may be benefited by the new 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Sincerely,

Gerard O. Wood Gus Eckstein 1900 F St. NW Washington, DC 20052

September 12th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S Washington, DC 20001

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11O & 06-12O

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Gus Eckstein and I am a recently enrolled first year freshman at George Washington studying political science. While it has only been a month, I have already fallen in love with Foggy Bottom, and would love to see its continued improvement.

The only thing I wish there was more of is a wider variety of affordable restaurants and stores closer to campus. I believe that the new development at 2100 Pennsylvania will improve the everyday life of GW students for years to come. If there was more variety for students, as well as the public, I believe that the campus environment would be significantly improved.

Thank you for your time today. I hope that this letter reaches you well, and that you take my opinion into account when making your decision. I look forward to seeing what you decide.

Sincerely,

Gus Eckstein Ian Tang 620 Princeton Place NW Washington, DC 20010

September 28, 2017 District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201 South Washington DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06­-11 & 06-­12

Dear Mr. Chairman, I am a current graduate student at The George Washington University (GW) studying in a two­ year public policy program. Having lived on Foggy Bottom for the past four years during my time as an undergraduate, I felt compelled to write about the proposed changes at Square 75, 2100 Pennsylvania Ave. In its current form, the property brings minimal value to members of the GW community, space that could otherwise be optimized for more retail choices. As an undergraduate student who loved living in Foggy Bottom, one of the most challenging parts about that experience was the lack of retail, having to go to Georgetown's M Street, Penn Quarter/CityCenter or Columbia Heights for options beyond CVS and Whole Foods. In much the same way, any student will tell you the impact the "Avenue" and the I Street project (2200 Pennsylvania Avenue), including Whole Foods, Roti, Sweetgreen and more have had on student life in just the past several years. It will also help to develop and modernize the entire corridor with better office space, attracting more businesses and talent to the area. Thank you so much for your time and your commitment to developing the District. The proposed project will greatly elevate the student experience at GW, as well as improve life for the members of the Foggy Bottom community. Because of this, it is my hope that you will approve this proposal — I look forward to hearing your decision. Sincerely,

Ian Tang Jan Nowak ​ ​ 2350 H Street, NW ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Washington, D.C. 20052 ​ ​ ​ ​

October 8, 2017 ​ ​ ​ ​

District of Columbia Zoning Commission ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood ​ th​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 441 4 ​ Street, NW, Suite 201S ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11 and 06-12 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Dear Chairman Hood, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​​​​​​​​

My name is Jan Nowak and I am an International Affairs major at George Washington University. I am ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ writing to voice my strong support for the Square 75 development project, as it will provide significant, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​ tangible benefits for the GW community, Foggy Bottom, and the District of Columbia. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

At the surface level, the building is simply beautiful and modern and will add to the great mix of old and ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ new that gives D.C. its unique charm. But what is more important about this building is what is on the ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ inside. The LEED Gold certification that Boston Properties seeks to achieve means this structure will have ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ important environmentally friendly features that will reduce its energy and water usage and promote ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ sustainable living practices such as biking to work. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

There is also a great financial benefit from this project for both GW and for Washington D.C. Considering ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ that the Rice Hall space was occupied by university offices and therefore tax exempt, the new square 75 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ development will add more revenue to the tax base. Additionally, the new street level storefronts can be ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ guaranteed to attract businesses who will boost the local economy and bring more taxes as well. From ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ GW’s perspective, the long-term lease of the land will provide the university with revenue which it can ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ invest back in its students like me. Until I heard about the 2100 Penn project, I did not realize that the ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Avenue building followed a similar development model and partially funded the Science and Engineering ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Hall. Knowing that this development will have positive impacts for all by growing the D.C. economy and ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ allowing GW to invest in the next generation of passionate, curious students, I can only see why we should ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ go forward with this project. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Thank you for your time and consideration. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Best regards, ​ ​ Jan Nowak ​ ​

Jessica Flagg 2021 F St, NW Washington, DC 20052

10/7/2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission, Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 2015

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Jessica Flagg. I am a current George Washington University student with an intended major in Economics. My goal is to be an environmental economist. As such, I have a strong interest in sustainability, but also understand the restraints economics can have on helping the environment.

The building plan for 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue is not only excellent for the environment since it meets the LEED Gold status, but it is also economically beneficial for the District and GW. It increases tax revenue for the District through commercial and retail space. It also creates revenue for GW, which in turn helps students like me receive better resources and facilities.

This building provides an important opportunity to increase GW’s sustainability while benefiting the District and university economically. I hope you consider these important aspects when making your decision about 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. Thank you for time and consideration. I hope you approve this project and allow our university this excellent opportunity.

Sincerely,

Jessica Flagg Lane Fisher 2350 H St. NW #807 Washington, DC 20052

September 29th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Square 75, 2100 Pennsylvania Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Lane Fisher, I’m a student at George Washington University studying international affairs. I’m writing to you to urge you to approve the renovations at Square 75, 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue and Rice Hall. This is an incredible opportunity, and as an engaged member of this community I find it incredibly important to GW’s image and presence.

This redevelopment continues GW’s commitment to sustainability, as it is an environmentally impactful project. This point cannot be stressed enough, making our campus greener will push GW and the city forward in our global impact. This project will renovate a public eyesore, making the new building aesthetically pleasing and more attractive to business. Finally, these improved resources will produce more funds for the students, and will positively impact our education.

Thank you for your time, I hope you realize the importance of this reconstruction. There are many more reasons why this project is beneficial and badly needed, but those I have mentioned above will directly aid students. I truly hope you will approve this project, and I look forward to hearing your decision!

Sincerely,

Lane Fisher

Libby Lukens 1900 F St., NW Thurston Hall Washington, DC 20052

October 3, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 2015

Dear Mr. Chairman and Members of the Zoning Commission,

Hello, my name is Libby Lukens and I am a freshman at the George Washington University from Steamboat Springs, CO. I am writing to assure you that the development of 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue into a modern, progressive structure would be extremely beneficial to Foggy Bottom’s aesthetics as well as this area’s economy.

Moving from a small ski town nestled in the Rocky Mountains to DC has been a challenge, but I have grown to love D.C. because of its beauty. Specifically, whenever I am stressed out due to the lack of mountains around me, I go into one of Foggy Bottom’s parks to sit and read, or to walk around enjoying the different building around me, as I had never lived next to expansive building before. The proposed design of 2100 Penn’s building looks gorgeous, and would add to GW’s campus beauty. Seeing a building like that when walking to class or while shopping for food would make the trip much more pleasing, and would be another reason to brag about Foggy Bottom’s beauty. Speaking from experience, seeing an innovative and striking building such as 2100 Penn’s proposed building would have lasting benefits on the students and community as a whole.

Another reason that building would be incredibly advantageous to the Foggy Bottom area is because of its economic benefits. As a GW student, I spend a lot of money in stores in Foggy Bottom. Students and other patrons like me will continue spending their money in convenient stores that are easy to get to, as this location would allow. An increase in revenue will follow and will help better the economy around the university and would in turn raise the revenue of the community as a whole. Future projects like this could stem from that increase in revenue, helping to make Foggy Bottom even greater than it already is.

I hope that I may see this building as a proud staple of Foggy Bottom when I return as an alumnus!

Thank you,

Libby Lukens Lilly Fulmer 2109 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052 – [email protected] 5 October 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, N.W., Suite 2015 Washington DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

I am currently a junior within The George Washington’s Columbian College of Arts and Sciences. I am studying Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and Human Services and Social Justice. I am writing to express interest in a construction project that will hopefully better the entire GW Community.

It is my hope that a renovation of the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue space will offer better resources to both students and the Foggy Bottom community as a whole. I believe that the revenue generated from this space would be a tremendous asset to improving GW facilities and financially supporting a diverse group of professors from all disciplines.

I would like to thank you for taking the time to consider my thoughts on a space with the power to improve the quality of our university.

Sincerely,

Lilly Fulmer Lucas Crampton 4332 Verplanck Place NW Washington, DC 20016

September 27, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Mr. Hood:

Hello. I am Lucas Crampton, a 2017 GW alumnus. The Foggy Bottom neighborhood was my home for three years and still means a lot to me. I got up and ran every morning while I went to school there, and I know the area like the back of my hand. I know Foggy Bottom as the home of The George Washington University, enveloped in a collection of townhouses and offices.

Foggy Bottom does, however, die down after work hours on workweeks. Some corners bustle, and others grow dim. The area needs some more businesses that are active at night. The building will combine a retail space and an academic space into a t axable commercial space. This project will generate more revenue for the city! Furthermore, climate change is real and affects everyone on planet Earth. Under an American administration that is turning away from climate action, cities need to step up to create the sustainable world that we need. This project will be a LEED certified building, adding momentum to the District’s sustainable initiatives.

Thank you for considering my letter.

Sincerely,

Lucas Crampton Lucy Hummer 2121 H Street NW #127 Washington, DC 20052

October 7, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201 South

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chairman Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Lucy Hummer and I am a sophomore at the George Washington University. I am double majoring in Environmental Studies and Geography with a minor in Sustainability, and I am extremely passionate about making DC a sustainable city. Throughout my time at GW, I have been impressed and inspired by the green community and surrounding green infrastructure. The plan for 2100 Pennsylvania is one that I see continuing this eco-friendly trend in an extraordinarily positive way. The building would be LEED Gold Status certified, which means that it would follow the same emphasis on environmentalism that I have fallen in love with in other surrounding buildings. I can see this project being very successful, not only in progressing this section of Pennsylvania Avenue, but also in reminding my fellow students to be sustainable and respect the land that we are standing on. The continued development of businesses in this neighborhood will be a great thing for the local residents of Foggy Bottom, beyond just the students and faculty of the university. As GW continues to grow, it is important to keep our neighbors in mind, and this building definitely does that.

I am very thankful for your commitment to Foggy Bottom and DC as a whole. As an ongoing project, I am confident that 2100 Pennsylvania is a building that would be successful in a multitude of facets. The addition of more and more environmentally-friendly architecture to DC is something that I am very happy with both as a student of the field and as a citizen of the future.

In gratitude,

Lucy Hummer Matthew Basista 2401 H Street, NW # 307 Washington, DC 20037

September 28, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington DC 20001-2714

Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman,

My name is Matthew Basista and I am a first-year graduate fellow at the George Washington University. I am a veteran of the U.S. Army studying Security Policy at the Elliott School of International Affairs in the hopes of entering the Foreign Service. I currently live in Ward 2- only blocks away from the proposed development project.

As a graduate student and alumni of GW, I take a deep interest in this matter. The project’s main goal is to generate additional revenue to permit greater focus on GW’s academic priorities. Ultimately, the completion of this project will increase GW’s capacity to improve the student experience by providing competitive pay for professors, additional programming for students, and more renovations on our current facilities. Moreover, this proposal satisfies the criteria for LEED Gold Status and would play a key role in furthering GW’s commitment to sustainability. Above all else, this project will enhance the District through greater tax revenue, the addition of an Eye Street retail corridor, and a considerable contribution to the D.C. Housing Production Trust Fund.

I greatly appreciate your consideration and due diligence on this matter. I hope that you find this argument to be persuasive and in the best interest of the community. I look forward to hearing your decision and thank you for your dedication to better the District of Columbia.

In Gratitude,

Matthew John Basista Maya Sandel 2100 Foxhall Road, NW Washington, D.C. 20007

September 28. 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Maya Sandel and I am a student at the George Washington University studying Environmental Science and Business Administration. Although I have only been in D.C. for a short period of time, our amazing urban campus on Foggy Bottom is already beginning to feel like home. I accredit that homey feel to the incredibly kind students and amazing buildings I get to use on campus every day.

As an Environmental Science major and member of many “green” organizations on campus, it is very important to me that my university continues to take action to help the environment. Creating a new building that is LEED Gold Certified on the 2100 Penn site is not only a great way to support our environment, but is also a great way to beautify the campus with its unique and creative design. This new structure will be a perfect way to showcase the university and city’s commitment to sustainable development. In addition to environmental benefits, this building will bring many economic benefits for D.C. and the university. First, the building is expected to increase non-tuition based revenue that can be invested back into the school for better resources, facilities and professors. Second, the building will increase tax revenue for the District by providing a larger taxable area for shops and vendors to sell their products.

Thank you so much for your time, and I truly hope that my university and the Zoning Commission can work together to create a building that will benefit George Washington students and the D.C. community for decades to come.

Sincerely,

Maya Sandel

Meredith Liu 2223 H Street, NW Washington, DC 20052

September 17th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S Washington, DC 20001

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

To Whom It May Concern:

My name is Meredith Liu and I am a sophomore at The George Washington University. Through my time here so far at GW I have learned about the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue Project, a project that I eagerly support.

GW has provided me the independence of a city campus where I can get everything I need with a few footsteps. The decision to create the shops on the Avenue has provided me a convenient and affordable dining option to which I can get most of my groceries and meals taken care of. It is only two blocks away from most of my classes, and one block away from the residence hall I am living in. I am also aware that the revenue brought to GW from the shops on the Avenue allows GW to provide better resources and facilities for my education. It is truly a win-win situation. Further, the brand new Science and Engineering Hall is my favorite academic building to study in. Not only is it right next door from my dorm, but it has a wonderful atmosphere for me and other students to really concentrate on our work. Even as a business major, I have taken science classes in SEH; thus, the resources that tagged along the project of SEH has helped contribute to my well-rounded education. The project on 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue would provide very similar benefits as the other projects that have contributed so much to my experience here at GW.

I am really proud to be a GW student, and to graduate as a GW Alumni three years from now. The revenue brought in from the 2100 Penn project would only help GW become a more renowned research institution, making my GW degree more and more valued over time.

Sincerely,

Meredith Liu Miles Milliken PO Box 377 Twisp, WA 98856

October 8, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th St, NW, Suite 201 South

Zoning Case #: Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Miles Milliken, I graduated GW in 2015 with a bachelors in Environmental Studies. I have since moved back to my home state of Washington, and run a small nonprofit recycling center. During my time at GW I was involved with many construction projects, participating in ground breakings and ribbon cuttings of the Science and Engineering Hall, and the Milken Institute School of Public Health to name a few. Projects such as Square 75, are wonderful examples of how GW is creatively using its real estate to meet the changing needs of its community.

During the years I spent talking to the GW community about the campus plan, the Eye Street retail corridor was always the most difficult element to envision. Event with the Shops at 2000 Penn, and, the brilliance of Square 54, the block in-between was, another world. Old, uninviting buildings, broken sidewalks, and poor lighting made it an unpleasant, and inconvenient part of any outing. With the development of Square 75, I can easily picture a modern (and sustainable) building. Bringing a new vitality to the 2100 block of Eye Street, and a hopefully diverse selection of business that serve the entire Foggy Bottom Community. Having used both the former engineering facilities, and the spectacular SEH while at GW, I can attest to the value of investment properties. Now, living in rural Washington along a beautiful river connecting the Cascade Mountains to the Columbia River, land management is an even more serious concern for my community. I am happy to see careful consideration by GW of parcels before a final use is decide upon. Even as an investment property GW has committed that this project will be built to LEED Gold standards. Working in solid waste I am regularly asked about environmental impacts. LEED buildings are no token act of environmentalism. I am proud of my alma mater that they continue to make the commitment of reducing the environmental impact of their buildings however they are to be used.

Thank you for your careful consideration of this project. Should you approve this project I am eager to see where GW will apply the subsequent revenue. I expect I might be writing to you again soon regarding another LEED built, well thought out building that will serve the GW community for years to come.

Sincerely yours,

Miles Milliken Owen Evans 1316 New Hampshire Ave. NW #309 Washington, DC 20036

October 5, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington DC 20001-2714

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chairman Hood,

My name is Owen Evans, and I am a senior at George Washington University studying Economics & Political Science. I am writing you in support of GW’s 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue project. I support this project for several reasons. For one, this project increases GW’s revenue, which will then be spent to further improve the quality of various facilities and academic programs. Supporting this project will also help create an Eye Street retail corridor that will be good for students as well as the District as a whole. Lastly, and most important, the new structure would be LEED Gold certified, which is a necessary improvement for the health of our city and its people. In addition, the new building would also pay DC taxes whereas the current Rice Hall does not. This extra revenue will support DC programs.

Chairman, thank you for your time, consideration, and dedication to improving quality of life for residents of the District as well as its dedicated and grateful students. Your work on this project will help keep our campus environmentally friendly, accessible to students and the public, and support the DC government through dedicated tax dollars.

Sincerely,

Owen Evans Pari Kumar Fulbright Hall 2223 H Street, NW Washington, DC 20037

September 30, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201 South Washington, DC 20001

Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chair Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

My name is Pari Kumar and I am a sophomore at The George Washington University studying Business Administration and concentrating in Innovation, with a minor in public health. I have been researching a lot about the project on 2100 Pennsylvania and believe that it will greatly benefit past, present and future GW Students.

I am aware that the project on 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue will give GW more revenue from the rent from Boston Properties. I am so happy to know that a percentage of this revenue will be reinvested into our education. As a student of the business school, I would love to continue improving my networking and interviewing skills. This means that the extra funds from the building can help provide better resources for me to work on said skills and so much more. Our resources would be significantly enhanced through the execution of this project. I would love for GW students to continue to have the best resources available.

Thank you for taking the time out of your day to read this letter. I hope that you will approve this project, which will truly help all students who are invested in their education.

Sincerely,

Pari Kumar

Pauline van Tulder Tori Gogick 2021 F Street NW Washington, DC 20052 September 27th, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street NW, Suite 201 South

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman Hood & Members of the Zoning Commission,

We are freshmen at The George Washington University studying International Affairs with hopefully a concentration in the environment, and business. Our passion for the environment has made us join Campaign GW as Eco Reps to promote sustainability within our hall and with our peers. The plans for 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue building have us intrigued.

Knowing that George Washington University’s energy is 50% solar made us want to come here even more. Foggy Bottom is an exquisite place filled with potential for new initiatives in regards to renewable energy. Having this building be LEED certified post construction will guarantee more buildings in the future to follow its lead. In this case The George Washington University and Foggy Bottom will become more energy efficient which is what we strive for.

The architecture of the building will further enhance its beauty. It is not just The George Washington University who will benefit from it, but the entire Foggy Bottom community. We strongly believe in and support the new construction as it will bring more stores into the area, positively effectively the economy and provide a sense of community on campus.

Sincerely,

Pauline van Tulder and Tori Gogick

Rachael Brady The George Washington University Philip Amsterdam Hall 2350 H St NW, Suite 802 Washington, DC 20053 920-664-1557 [email protected]

October 4, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Chairman,

My name is Rachael Brady, and I am a sophomore at George Washington University. I am majoring in international affairs with a concentration in security policy and minors in Spanish and journalism.

I write on behalf of the project comprised of 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue and Rice Hall to create a commercial office building lead by Boston Properties. This project is important for the Foggy Bottom neighborhood because it includes what is important to locals and students. First, the project will be LEED Gold Status building, which I am personally excited about because it showcases GW’s commitment to sustainability and is something that reflects what a majority of GW students find important. Second, the project will appeal to the eyes with intricate architecture, and it will be devoted to neighborhood retail and services. Finally, the project will increase tax revenue for Washington D.C. because of the increased commercial and retail space.

Your time, consideration and commitment to Washington D.C. is greatly appreciated. I hope that the project is approved, as it will better the community both environmentally and economically. I look forward to hearing your decision on this project proposal.

Sincerely,

Rachael Brady Sam Frey 514 19th Street, Room 807 Washington, DC 20052

October 3rd, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, Suite 201S Washington, DC 20001

RE: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 and 06-12

Dear Mr. Chairman,

My name is Sam Frey, and I am a freshman computer science student in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at The George Washington University. I am writing you in regards to the proposed construction at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. As a student in one of GW's newest academic building, I've seen first hand how a new, modern building can rally a community.

Though the GW Science and Engineering Hall is just an academic building, it has become a common study space for engineering students and non-engineering students alike. The project at 2100 Pennsylvania would go far beyond this effect and become a gathering space for all residents of Foggy Bottom, not just GW students. The new building would offer more space for retail stores and restaurants to expand the shopping area that currently consists of 2000 Penn and The Avenue. In addition to providing a social space, the new building will provide new tax revenue for the District of Columbia and non-tuition revenue for GW. With this financial capital, both DC and GW could continue to improve the Foggy Bottom neighborhood for all of its residents and visitors.

Thank you for your time reading my letter. The constant commitment of the zoning commission to the development of Foggy Bottom makes me look forward to other projects I may see come to fruition in my time at GW. Even though I will have graduated by the time this project is completed, I look forward to returning as an alumnus to see the continuous progress on and around GW's campus

Regards,

Sam Frey Talia Clement 607 23rd St NW Washington, DC 20052

October 4, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th St NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Chairman Hood:

My name is Talia Clement, and I am a sophomore undergraduate student, at the George Washington University. I am a double Major in Economics and English through our Columbian College. I am writing to you in the hopes that you will approve the upcoming development project at 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue. Currently nearly all majors in the Columbian College have offices within two buildings on campus that are quickly becoming well past their prime. I personally care about this issue because I want my major to have the same quality of facilities that many other majors do, and I think improved facilities would lead to an improvement in some of the programs within my two majors.

The construction of this complex would help to grow GW funding to potentially one day build new facilities for my program, just as the Science and Engineering Hall has served as a fantastic facility for students, researchers as well as the Foggy Bottom community. I truly believe that this new construction would benefit others outside of the GW community. This complex would also allow for the addition of new parks, which could be used by GW students and the public alike. These parks could provide a necessary refuge from the stresses of school, work, and daily life for everyone who utilizes them. This complex would also provide funding for improvements to the Foggy Bottom Metro Station which would help both students and citizens to feel safe while riding the metro.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this, and I really can’t thank you enough for all the work you put in to make DC the wonderful city that it is. I look forward to hearing your decision, and I hope you will consider the students and GW and citizens in your decision making process.

Sincerely Talia Clement Taylor Brewer 2222 I (eye) St., NW #601 Washington, DC 20052 October 6, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commissions Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 2015 Washington, D.C. 20001

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Dear Chairman,

I am a current sophomore at GWU studying Biology and Environmental Studies. In addition to my academic life, I have been involved in many environmental organizations on campus including Green GW and Campaign GW. Through these organizations, I am trying to materialize some of my visions for a more sustainable and resourceful future.

Given this background, I am extremely excited that this new building is anticipated to achieve be LEED Gold Status. It is crucial to always be progressing in sustainability rather than reverting to previous building criteria or plateauing on criteria that could be improved. Aside from the environmental standpoint, being on a campus in the middle of a city can make the student body feel lost and without guidance and support at times. Thus expanding our resources and making campus boundaries more pronounced are essential to nurture the growing and anxious minds of our classmates. Progress cannot continue if the education and development of our youth also do not progress.

From this letter, I hope you can understand how important this project is to me and many other students, and I hope this project gets approved. I look forward to hearing your decision, and thank you for your time.

Sincerely,

Taylor Brewer Thomas Kubitschek ​ ​ 2350 H Street, NW ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Washington, D.C. 20052 ​ ​ ​ ​

October 8, 2017 ​ ​ ​ ​

District of Columbia Zoning Commission ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood ​ ​th ​ ​ ​ ​ 441 4 ​ Street, NW, Suite 201S ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Re: Zoning Commission Case No. 06-11/06-12 ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Dear Chairman Hood and Members of the Zoning Commission, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​​​​​​​​

My name is Thomas Kubitschek and I am sophomore at the George Washington University, ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ studying international relations. Growing up in California, the eco-friendly culture of the state ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ instilled in me the importance of taking care of the environment for future generations. In my ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ dorm at school, I recycle, compost, and encourage my friends to do the same. However, there ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ is only so much one person can do with these small steps if we want to make a big impact on ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ global issues like climate change, resource scarcity, and pollution. If we want to create major ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ change, we have to change the behaviors of large institutions, such as universities, cities and ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ eventually countries. That is why I am writing to you and the members of the Zoning ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Commission in approval of the 2100 Pennsylvania Avenue development project. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

George Washington University has already made a significant contribution to the city of ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Washington D.C. by adding twelve LEED certified buildings to the District, and the 2100 Penn ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ development will only further D.C.’s standing as an environmentally conscious city. The LEED ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ certification title is more than just a plaque on the door, the criteria required to achieve Gold ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ status make a considerable impact on a building’s footprint. Criteria such a low flow water ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ fixtures, high natural lighting, and efficient heating and cooling systems will result in a ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ significantly smaller environmental impact for the Foggy Bottom community. Decreases in ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ energy and water use and a reduction of the urban heat island effect are all great benefits that ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ will certainly be seen when this new structure is developed. This building will serve as a model ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ for buildings to come, only encouraging future developments to meet the highest LEED ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ standards.

Thank you for considering my message. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Best regards, ​ ​

Thomas Kubitschek ​ ​ ZOË GRIMALDI 2000 Connecticut Ave NW, Apt 913 • Washington, DC 20008 • 415-260-2833 • [email protected] • www.linkedin.com/in/zoegrimaldi370

District of Columbia Zoning Commission 441 4th Street NW, Suite 2015 Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood October 12th, 2017 Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12 Zoning Commission, My name is Zoë Grimaldi and I’m a proud Ward 2 resident and former student- employee of the George Washington University. I graduated from the Elliott School of International Affairs in 2016 and worked for over two years as a member of Campaign GW. I had the privilege of represented student interests and sought to address key issues involving sustainability and construction matters, among many other intersections of student life, university administration, and community development. I saw firsthand how GW utilized campus development projects, like 2100 Pennsylvania (2100 Penn or Square 75), to improve my life while I was in undergrad. As a Campaign GW intern, two of my favorite examples of these positive changes were Beefsteak and The Albert H. Small Washingtoniana Collection. The first – which opened with GW’s Science and Engineering Hall, the largest scientific research facility inside the Beltway – is a hip José Andrés spot that reintroduced greens back into my typical, unhealthy college diet. The other, thanks to the efforts of a third-generation Washingtonian, is a beautiful collection that offers us a view into the architectural and cultural past of this city. A past that I now feel even more connected to now as an alumna and young professional. 2100 Penn has similar if not greater potential than either of those projects. Not only does this project seek to encourage the retail and commercial growth establishing itself along the I Street Corridor and in our city, it has targeted LEED Gold Certification meaning these changes hope to exceed the expectations of our city’s high environmental building standards. As an alumna I am overjoyed to see GW planning to reinvest this building’s profits into student-driven demands like new gathering space and paying our amazing professors better. As a DC taxpayer, I’m glad to see GW stepping up and offering more opportunities for tax revenue to our city. As someone who has served as a housing case manager and still volunteers with our homeless and housing insecure community, I’m overjoyed to hear GW will also contribute to the District of Columbia Housing Production Trust Fund so my university can help finance for projects affordable to low and moderate income households. These examples are just a slice of the potential this project may have in store for my university and our city. GW’s commitment to our city goes beyond offering economic opportunities. GW wants to give back to DC because my university knows how much this city has given to its administration, faculty, staff, and student body since its establishment in 1821. I believe this because I feel that same gratitude for my alma mater and now the District. Please consider approving the 2100 Pennsylvania (Square 75) project if you too see how much we all can gain from this opportunity together. I look forward to hearing the decision of this commission and thank you all for your time today and commitment to the people of DC.

In gratitude,

Zoë Grimaldi Hannah Hickman 2020 F Street NW, APT 821 Washington, DC, 20006

October 6, 2017

District of Columbia Zoning Commission Attn: Chairman Anthony Hood 441 4th Street, NW, Suite 201S

Re: Zoning Commission Case Number 06-11 & 06-12

Greetings Mr. Hood,

I’m a senior at GW, the Director of Sustainability for the Student Association and a DC resident. I’m majoring in Environmental Studies and Political Science, and minoring in sustainability. I also work full time on campus, for both GW’s Office of Sustainability and the GW University Police Department. I am very invested in DC, and especially in the community of Foggy Bottom.

The redevelopment project for Square 75 is of interest for me for a variety of reasons. With an aim for LEED Gold, this building will help DC meet its sustainability goals. In the recent months and years, DC has committed and reaffirmed its commitments to a variety of sustainability initiatives. With a building designed with sustainability in mind, greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and energy use will be lowered significantly, allowing DC to more easily achieve it’s goals. In addition, with DC being named the US Green Building Council’s first LEED Platinum City, we must demonstrate our commitment to sustainability with development of sustainable building, and also the redevelopment of existing building.

DC is an absolutely beautiful city. As everyone I know can attest, when I drive into the city (even after leaving only for a few hours to go to Virginia or Maryland), I am in awe of the beauty and am speechless. The redevelopment of Square 75 will help contribute to a more beautiful DC. This also allows local residents and visitors to enjoy more of Foggy Bottom, with improvements slated for the Foggy Bottom Metro station, local parks, and businesses of DC.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my letter. I truly appreciate it. Your commitment to a better DC for all is admirable and I appreciate it. The redevelopment of Square 75 is vital for DC’s status as a green, sustainable city, and for the continued prosperity of the city. I hope you do approve this project and I look forward to hearing your decision.

All the best,

Hannah Hickman