(Washington, DC) As part of its 90-day implementation period for the District's new vending program, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) is hosting two vending orientation sessions on December 12 and 14. These two sessions will educate current and new vendors about new rules and regulations and the updated application process for the vending program that begins January 15, 2007.

The events are open to anyone in the metropolitan area who is interested in becoming a vendor in the District of Columbia. Call (202) 442-4512 for more information.

DCRA will provide Spanish interpretation for the orientation on December 12.

What		Vending License Orientation
When		Tuesday, December 12, 2006 (with Spanish interpretation), 6–8 pm
Where		Sacred Heart Church, 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW (near corner of 16th Street & Park Road, NW)

What		Vending License Orientation
When		Thursday, December 14, 2006, 6–8 pm
Where		Sixth District Police Station, 100 42nd Street, NE