Businesses in DC's Adams Morgan neighborhood are hoping for an Inauguration Day-inspired economic shot in the arm.

Jessica Forres reports…


Adams Mill Bar and Grill is one many bars and restaurants lining 18th street. Darrell Green is the owner…

WE HAD TO PREPARE BECAUSE THEY AREN'T DOING DELIVERIES OVER THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND SO WE HAD TO PRETTY MUCH OVERSTOCK ON EVERY KIND OF FOOD ITEM AND CLEANING SUPPPLIES, PAPER TOWELS, ALMOST DO A DOUBLE ORDER AND IN ANTICIPATION FOR THE LARGE CROWDS.

And large crowds are expected.

Charles Brazie...with the Adams Morgan Business and Professional Association...says the neighborhood is prepared to handle the throngs...

WE HAVE A VERY LARGE POLICE CONTINGENT THAT WILL BE UP HERE FROM THIRD DISTRICT. THEY ARE ALL ON 12 HOUR SHIFTS SO WE WILL HAVE A LOT OF PERIPHERAL SECURITY AS WELL. WE EXPECT TO HAVE AN EXCELLENT WEEKEND AND WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO IT AND OUR BUSINESSES ARE READY FOR IT.

He says about twenty bars and restaurants will have extended hours....staying open an hour later until 4am on Tuesday.

Jessica Forres WAMU 885 News