Ministry of Political, Social, and Economic Development

PURPOSE

To raise the awareness level of members to political issues, social needs, and economic developments.

Commission of Political Affairs
Commission of Social Affairs
Commission of Economic Development
Matthews Memorial Housing

Matthews Memorial Terrace

Narrative Description

The site at Matthews Memorial Terrace is a vital housing development opportunity and an important part of the New Communities Initiative's goal of providing high quality housing options for Disctric residents. The site is set to be the location of 99 housing units for Ward 8 residents comprised of 33 senior units, 33 family units and the 34 replacement units. The community will benefit from close proximity to a variety of supportive service from a facility that Matthews Memorial Baptist Church is constructing next door. In addition, the project is expected to feature some underground parking, a community room and small garden.

Development Partners

The Community Bulders, Inc. and Matthews Memorial Church

Location

Located on the east side of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, adajecent to Matthews Memorial Church (Ward 8)

Next Steps

PUD approval received April 13, 2009
Church ground break ceremony is 09/27/2010

Development Program

Residential: 99 units (34 replacement units)
Proposed Development (GSF): 96,032 sq ft
Residential (senior housing): 59,992 sq ft
Community Service Center: 13,000 sqft
Development Cost: $24 million

Community Benefits

Civic Investments

Much-needed affordable housing units
Close proximity to the planned Barry Farm Recreation Center
Improved connections between the Anacostia River and Hitoric Anacostia, Barry Farm, Sheridan Terrace and other surrounding communities