Inventory of Needs for Chevy Chase Circle: (Or what have we done with your donations!)
DONE! Work with Federal contractors to refurbish fountain and concrete base. Add new pumping system and state-of-the-art recycling capabilities. (2022-2023)
DONE! Install new plantings in the four flower-beds that are low-maintenance and sustainable, provide seasonal interest that are in keeping with the historical venue. (2022)
DONE! Add lighting to and around the fountain by developing a lighting design and seeking approval through the US Commission of Fine Arts. (2020)
DONE! Work extensively with the District's DDOT and Maryland State Highway Administration to successfully re-paint and re-configure traffic flow in and around the circle. (2020)
DONE! Incorporate landscaping planning for the Circle with the traffic islands that are directly north and south of the Circle, adding new plants, grasses and perennials. (June 2017)
DONE! Provide for continued maintenance and upgrades of plants and trees. (2014 to present)
DONE! Through a matching Centennial Challenge Grant, repair all of the bench backs and seats. (2017)
DONE! Replace Willow Oaks on Circle's perimeter as needed, prune and maintain to best-practice standards. (Final installation: Fall 2023)
DONE! Evaluate and inspect flagstone walkways for damage, possible hazardous conditions, and repair or replace as needed. (March 2023)
What’s still to be done????
PENDING! Level and re-set stones in 1933 walkway or “promenade” on the outer perimeter of the circle.
PENDING! Remove the name “Newlands” from the fountain’s coping stones and the front tablet.
PENDING! Provide safe pedestrian passage into the circle.
What are the ongoing needs for Chevy Chase Circle?
ONGOING! Provide for the continued maintenance of the circle’s flowerbeds and the traffic splitters by montoring the care of the circle and the contractual relationships with commercial landscapers.
ONGOING! Maintain relationship and contactual obligations to the National Park Service by fulfilling all agreements and reciprocal obligations.
ONGOING! Provide for a Circle Trust Fund through the active solicitation of donations that would provide for a maintenance source into perpetuity.
ONGOING! Assure continuing stewardship with strong leadership and wide-spread community representation on the Friends of Chevy Chase Circle’s Board of Directors.
