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IN THIS NEWSLETTER: 

• Tomorrow - Community Clean-up and Roll-Off Day in Trinidad
• June 30 - DDOT North Capitol Street Virtual Meeting
• July 3 & 4 - Independence Day Observances
• July 7 - Flood Awareness Workshop in Ivy City
• July 9 & 23 - DOB Community Listening Sessions
• July 14 - DC Reentry Services Event
• July 15 - Carver Langston Town Hall
• ...and more!

With school out for summer and outdoor pools open on weekdays, the District fully settled into summertime vibes this week. This also means the Council's work on the FY27 budget is drawing to a close. We took our second vote on the budget, maintaining the investments I shared with you in recent newsletters (here and here) and advancing a few changes. 

One significant vote we took on Tuesday was an amendment to the budget that would provide funding for semi-open primaries in the District. In 2024, DC voters overwhelmingly supported Initiative 83. The initiative had two parts: ranked choice voting and semi-open primaries. While I previously voted to support ranked choice voting, I was skeptical of semi-open primaries as a strong proponent of my own party and believer that only declared party members should be able to choose their nominees.

It is rare for elected officials to acknowledge when they previously landed in the wrong spot, but that’s what I did this week. Persuaded by the feedback I have heard from constituents, I am now convinced it’s important to allow DC’s roughly 85,000 registered independent voters to vote in DC’s most consequential election (the primary). I am most moved by the federal employees, journalists, and other District residents for whom party registration creates serious professional risks as well as those who have to switch back and forth between parties just to have their voices heard. As we fight for DC Statehood, it is imperative that we embody the ideals of a more perfect democracy.  While I originally had reservations about semi-open primaries, I was proud to support Tuesday's amendment (which passed!) and join the push to make DC more democratic and representative.

As always, check out a more thorough recap of all the votes and amendments from Tuesday's Council meetings in Neferteria's Nook below.

Update on Langston Golf Course

You may remember that late last year, the National Links Trust received a notice from the federal government of termination of their 50-year lease at three public DC golf courses, including the Langston Golf Course. This created serious concern for the National Links Trust, my office, and neighbors about the future of the course and the Carver Langston community's legacy. 

After meeting with the National Links Trust (NLT) this week, I am pleased to share that there is progress on an agreement with the Department of the Interior and they expect to have a new 50-year lease soon. Once that is finalized, NLT will be able to get back on track with their planned renovations and restoration of the historic Langston Golf Course, keeping it as the treasured and accessible amenity that it is, open to all. If all goes smoothly, course improvements would be completed in 2030/2031. Stay tuned for more! 

Carver Langston Town Hall

Relatedly, I know the Carver Langston community has faced significant challenges amid sweeping changes in the city—the closure of the CVS and Safeway grocery store bringing the loss of two pharmacies and food access, the termination of DC Streetcar service, the threats to the Langston Golf Course, ongoing construction on Education Hill, and imminent development at the RFK Stadium site. In collaboration with ANC 5D Commissioners and several District agencies, I am holding a Carver Langston Community Town Hall on Wednesday, July 15 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Langston Golf Course Clubhouse to address these and other issues for the neighborhood. I hope to see you there! Register here to let us know you're coming and share your priorities and questions ahead of time. 

Finally, our community is grieving the loss of one of its giants this week with the passing of Woodridge Warriors co-founder, Mason Clark. For decades, Mr. Clark rolled up his sleeves and invested in the young people of this city to help them be the best they can be. We are all indebted to his legacy, and I send my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. May we all emulate his example of tireless commitment and community care.

public safety updates; info about a community cleanup and roll-off day tomorrow in Trinidad; a DDOT meeting about Phase II of the North Capitol St Project on June 30; DOB community listening sessions on July 9 and 23; flood preparedness workshops in Ivy City on July 7, 14, and 21; Notices of Intent modifying traffic/parking requirements in Ward 5; ANC and civic association meeting recaps; legislative updates in Neferteria's Nook; updates from the Committee on Youth Affairs; programs to benefit from featuring a Financial Empowerment and Housing Summit tomorrow, June 27; and community events including a Lacrosse Jamboree at the Edgewood Recreation Center, also tomorrow. Keep scrolling for more!

On Monday, my team attended the groundbreaking for the new Crummell Community Center coming to Ivy City. This day was decades in the making, only made possible by consistent advocacy from the community and partnership with my office to fund the project and keep it on track. I can't wait for the ribbon-cutting!

On Tuesday, the Council held a Committee of the Whole meeting and Legislative Meeting where we took our second vote on the FY27 budget. One important change was the vote to fully fund I-83, making the District's primary elections open to independent voters. I was also grateful that Chairman Mendelson honored my request to fully fund needed supports for the Special Olympics to ensure thousands of special needs students across the District maintain access to transportation and recreation provided by the organization. More details about the day's meetings and votes are available in Neferteria's Nook below. 

Wednesday morning, I made another visit to Noyes Education Campus alongside DC Public Schools and Department of General Services leadership following the school's recent raccoon infestation. With the start of summer school, I wanted to ensure the agencies had conducted a thorough cleaning and securing of all points of entry so that our students, faculty, and staff can have a safe and successful summer school session. 

Also on Wednesday, I joined Councilmember Henderson, Chair of the Council's Committee on Health, for a visit to Saint Elizabeths Hospital to follow up on concerns raised during oversight hearings, see conditions firsthand, and discuss ongoing efforts to improve operations. We even sampled the food! Strong oversight means showing up and working to ensure some of our most vulnerable residents receive the care they deserve. 

Wednesday afternoon, my office hosted our recurring Ward 5 Public Safety Call to share the latest updates on incidents in the Ward and hear from public safety agencies about efforts underway to increase safety. Thank you to MPD Assistant Chief Kopp, Third District Commander Connors, Fourth District Commander Hong, and Fifth District Commander Rooney for attending and being responsive to constituent concerns. If you weren't able to join us live, you can catch the recording here and slides here. 

Wednesday evening, I stopped by metrobar for the Ward 5 Free DC monthly gathering to connect with neighbors and other elected officials. It was great running into so many friendly faces and talking about the vision we share for healthy communities in a Free DC. 

Yesterday, was full of back-to-back meetings with residents, ANC commissioners, community organizations, and agency leaders on a range of topics including traffic safety, neighborhood development, and clean energy. My team also stopped by the Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library for the Discover Summer Kickoff event to connect with residents and share resources from my office. 

Recap of Ward 5 Public Safety Call

This past Wednesday, my office hosted our recurring Ward 5 Public Safety Call. These calls allow us to connect neighbors directly with public safety agencies for updates on recent incidents and the opportunity to ask questions. This month's guests were MPD Commanders from all three MPD Districts that touch Ward 5 (Third, Fourth, and Fifth). Thank you to Commanders Connors, Hong, and Rooney, along with Assistant Chief Kopp (Patrol Services North) for sharing updates and responding to resident concerns. If you missed the call, you can watch a replay here and access the slides here.

Fireworks Incident at Alethia Tanner Park in Eckington

Wednesday evening, many Ward 5 neighbors were enjoying a beautiful summer evening and outdoor movie at Alethia Tanner Park when several individuals set off fireworks into the crowd, causing injury, panic, and the cancellation of the evening’s CiNoMatic Series event. This behavior is unacceptable and incredibly dangerous. As we approach the Fourth of July holiday where there will likely be an increased use in fireworks, I took the following steps and am committed to fully partnering with District agencies and the NoMa BID to ensure safe community events:

• First thing Thursday morning, I called MPD Commander Rooney and OUC Director Heather McGaffin. I requested MPD conduct a full investigation into their response to Wednesday’s incident, as well as an investigation of the perpetrators with the aim of apprehending those responsible for the chaos. I have also requested increased patrols in and around Alethia Tanner Park during the Fourth of July holiday and at all future NoMa BID events in the park. Commander Rooney agreed.
• In my outreach to OUC Director McGaffin, I requested details around the agency’s dispatch as there have been conflicting reports about the timeliness and accuracy of the dispatch. While OUC committed to conducting a quality assurance assessment and investigation of the dispatch, I still have not received it. Director McGaffin assures me that the report is on the way and I will be sure to follow up and share it with the community when it becomes available.
• Finally, I touched based with Maura Brophy of the NoMa BID to express my commitment to the BID’s success and am heartened to hear that the BID will continue its CiNoMatic Series next week, charging ahead with the appropriate guard rails for future events. I plan to stop by next week’s event to show my support and connect with neighbors.

Creating chaos, panic, and injury in our communities in unacceptable, and I remain committed to supporting District agencies in keeping Ward 5 neighborhoods safe and holding last night’s perpetrators accountable.

Crime Trends

You can find the latest crime statistics using MPD's Crime Cards here. Toggle the variables at the top of the page to zoom in on your own neighborhood. Don't see a public safety incident covered in this newsletter that you have questions about? Please always feel free to reach out to my office directly anytime by phone (202-724-8028) or email (ward5contact@dccouncil.gov).

From June 19 - August 23, 2026, youth ages 18 and younger have access to no-cost meals at over 100 sites across the city. Click here to learn more. 

Join Nature Forward and Empower DC for workshops to help prepare you and your loved ones for climate events and flooding. These free community workshops will teach you how to use FEMA Flood Maps to assess your flood risk and equip you with resources for emergency preparedness. You can receive a stipend for your participation and refreshments will be provided. Learn more and register for the workshops here. Each workshop (July 7, 14, and 21) will take place from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Ivy City Community Center Clubhouse (1900 Capitol Ave NE). 

Join the Department of Buildings (DOB) for summer virtual listening sessions on the District's construction codes—they want to hear from residents about how the codes affect your work and life. Learn more about the codes and sessions here, and register to attend here. 

• July 9 - Building: Existing Building
• July 23 - Electrical 

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is required to give written notice of their intent to modify traffic and/or parking requirements to the Council and affected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners (ANCs) to allow for a public comment period on the modifications. The following Notices of Intent (NOIs) for Ward 5 are open for comment: 

• Closes for comment on June 29: All-Way Stop at Hamilton Street and Rock Creek Church Road NE/Fort Totten Drive NE - Read and comment here (NOI-26-158-PSD)
  
  
• Closes for comment on July 6: Revision to the Safety Treatment on Queens Chapel Road NE between Evarts Street and Douglas Street NE - Read and comment here (NOI-26-159-MSED)
  
  
• Closes for comment on July 22: Curbside Change to Implement Metrobus Stop Rebalancing - Read and comment here (NOI-26-174-CPD)

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will host a virtual public meeting for Phase II of the North Capitol Street Corridor Study, a multimodal transportation study for North Capitol Street NW between Massachusetts Avenue NW and Michigan Avenue NW. Click here to join on Tuesday, June 30 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The purpose of the workshop is for DDOT to re-engage with the community about the project and share concepts for widening sidewalks on North Capitol Street NW. The virtual meeting is an opportunity for community members to share their feedback on the project and their priorities for the corridor. DDOT staff will be available to answer questions and gather comments. For more information, please contact Ted Van Houten, DDOT Project Manager at theodore.vanhouten@dc.gov or (202) 716 - 5302. The project website is https://northcapitolstudy.ddot.dc.gov/.

This week, my team sent updates to the Edgewood Civic Association and attended the ANC 5A meeting. Here's a brief recap:

• Edgewood Civic Association (June 22 at 7:00 p.m.):
  • My office sent updates on our success in securing funding for WMATA to move the D36 back onto Edgewood St NE and thanked everyone who has helped advocate for this needed change. Neighbors met and discussed the recent news from 635 Edgewood property management that due to changes and decisions from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the building will no longer be allowed to operate as an elderly-designated property as designed. Residents are very concerned about losing this essential senior housing property and having few options due to the federal government's sweeping changes.
    
    
• ANC 5A (June 24 at 6:45 p.m.):
  • Neighbors received updates on the DC 2050 Comprehensive Plan Resolution the commission wrote which is available on the ANC 5A website. Neighbors also heard a long-awaited update from Christopher Cohen, an associate from Holland & Knight LLP on behalf of The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation, who shared about the status of Art Place at 400 Galloway Street. The intended purpose for Holland & Knight LLP to attend this month's ANC meeting was to file a time extension application in a month and welcome the ANC’s and community’s feedback. Mr. Cohen shared with neighbors about two new retail stores that will be joining Art Place, new fencing and signage being put up, as well as new banner signage on light poles. Mr. Cohen couldn’t share the names of the retail stores due to NDAs and final negotiations ongoing. Lastly, Commissioner Lucio shared with neighbors that the CBA with The Townhomes at Michigan Park has been updated. My team gave updates on the Council's budget process, shared about a letter I sent to UDC President Edington requesting updates on the UDC Lamond-Riggs campus, and status of federal funds for the Riggs & South Dakota Triangle Park.

You can always view the schedule of upcoming ANC and civic association meetings that my team will attend on my website here. Not sure which ANC is yours? Use this tool to look it up. We're here to help, so email us anytime with questions - ward5contact@dccouncil.gov. Have a need, or want to share important information for ANC and civic association meetings? Get in touch with one of our Constituent Services team members:

• 5B & 5E: Oliver Stoute, ostoute@dccouncil.gov
• 5A, 5C, & 5D: Andrianna Lovelace, alovelace@dccouncil.gov
• 5F: Anniyah Brown, abrown@dccouncil.gov

Neferteria Brown is Councilmember Parker's Legislative Director. In this section of the newsletter, she gives updates on the Council's legislative meetings, committee hearings, and information about the legislative process. Have questions? You can reach Neferteria at nbrown@dccouncil.gov.

On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Council held Committee of the Whole and Legislative Meetings and took its second vote on the FY27 Budget.

Committee of the Whole

During the Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Council considered the following bill:

• Fiscal Year 2027 Federal Portion Budget Request Act of 2026
  • This legislation allows the Council to request from Congress—for appropriation and authorization—the federal portion of the District’s budget for FY2027. This included funding requests for the following:
    • District of Columbia Courts
    • Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency
    • DC Public Defender Service
    • Defender Services in District of Columbia Courts
    • Resident Tuition Support
    • School Improvement
    • Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
    • Judicial Commissions
    • District of Columbia National Guard
    • Testing and Treatment of HIV/AIDS
    • Emergency Planning and Security Costs
    • DC Water and Sewer Authority
    • WMATA
  • The Council unanimously moved this legislation forward for consideration during the Legislative Meeting.

Legislative Meeting

During the Legislative Meeting, the Councilmembers focused their discussion around the following bills:

• Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Act of 2026
  • Chairman Mendelson moved an Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (ANS) and as well as five amendments to the ANS, which are detailed in turn. 
    • The ANS made a few enhancements to the budget, which included additional funding to support the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Program, the School-Based Behavioral Health Program, transportation costs for Special Olympics participants, and Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) funding for additional positions and the Oasis Program.
    • Amendment 1 funds a term position at the Office of Ombudsperson for Children in Fiscal Year 2027 to facilitate increased oversight of juvenile justice facilities that house youth under the care of the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services.
    • Amendment 2 restores two positions in the Rental Accommodations Division of the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD).
    • Amendment 3 clarifies the type of contracts for which the District is appropriating termination costs.
    • Amendment 4 directs excess revenues (remaining after refilling Fiscal Stabilization Reserve Account by $150 million) to fund the following no later than October 1, 2026 in order of priority:
      • Use in the event the federal emergency housing voucher program expires ($9 million)
      • Emergency Rental Assistance Program ($3 million)
      • Credible Messengers program ($2 million)
      • Workforce Investment Account ($36 million)
    • Amendment 5 is a technical adjustment which reassigns the recurring funding for the Targeted Homeowner Grant Program to the special Local fund associated with the Program.
    • Councilmember Parker spoke to Amendment 1, noting that we "need more robust oversight for all our agencies that are caging human beings." While the Committee on Youth Affairs originally designated $500K for independent oversight of our juvenile justice facilities, the Chairman's amendment took this down to $150K. 
  • The ANS and these 5 amendments were accepted without objection.
  • Three oral amendments were then moved by Chairman Mendelson, and accepted without objection.
  • Councilmember Henderson then moved an amendment to the ANS, which funds the remaining fiscal impact of the "Ranked Choice Voting and Open the Primary Elections to Independent Voters Act of 2024," commonly referred to as I-83. This would allow independent voters to participate in partisan primaries.
    • Councilmember Parker was swayed to support this amendment by neighbors who he has had heartfelt conversations with. He stated that implementation matters, and we must work to perfect our own democracy. The Councilmember noted that "more than 200,000 residents voted for this, and…we should respect the will of the voters."
    • The amendment passed with 2 no votes, and 1 present.
  • The bill, as amended, passed unanimously.
    
    
• Fiscal Year 2027 Federal Portion Budget Request Act of 2026
  • This bill, as described above during the Committee of the Whole Meeting, passed unanimously.
    
    
• Open Meetings Clarification Amendment Act of 2026
  • This bill clarifies what constitutes an open meeting of a public body, including the Council. 
  • Chairman Mendelson moved an amendment to provide that notice of a Council meeting not previously noticed in advance shall be posted on the Council website within 24 hours of receiving notice of the meeting, and include the date, time, and topic of the gathering. This amendment also exempts text messages from constituting an electronic meeting.  
    • The amendment was accepted without objection.
  • This bill, as amended, passed with 2 no votes, and 1 present.
    
    
• Fiscal Year 2026 Revised Local Budget Emergency Act of 2026
  • This emergency bill adjusts, on an emergency basis, certain allocations in the Fiscal Year 2026 Local Budget Act of 2025 to reflect changes to revenue and costs and maintain a balanced budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.
    • Chairman Mendelson moved two amendments which were accepted without objection.
  • The bill, as amended, passed unanimously.
    
    
• Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Emergency Act 0f 2026
  • This emergency bill conforms to the permanent version (Fiscal Year 2027 Local Budget Act of 2026), as amended, that was adopted earlier in the agenda. 
  • The bill, as amended, passed unanimously.

Also on Tuesday, Councilmember Parker attended the Committee on Transportation and the Environment's Mark-Up of the Green Finance Authority Board Jennifer Wade Confirmation Resolution of 2026. The members of this committee voted unanimously to move this confirmation resolution forward for consideration at a future Committee of the Whole Meeting. To learn more about the Green Finance Authority Board, please click here.

The next Legislative Meeting will be held on June 30, 2026, with the final Legislative Meeting - before the Summer Recess period - occurring on July 14, 2026.  The third and final budget vote will be held on July 7, 2026.

A few notable hearings that are coming up are below:

• Monday, June 29
  • 9:30 a.m.
    • Committee on Transportation and the Environment 
      • B26-0596 - Utility Rates and Ratemaking Amendment Act of 2026
      • Exploring Policy Solutions to Improve Utility Affordability
      • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here. 
  • 10:00 a.m.
    • Committee on Public Works and Operations
      • B26-0670 - District of Columbia Government Data Privacy and Protection Act of 2026
      • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here.
• Thursday, July 2
  • 12:00 p.m.
    • Committee of the Whole
      • B26-0259 - Medical Cannabis Retailer Craft Preparation Endorsement Act of 2025
      • B26-0346 - Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025
      • B26-0522 - Medical Cannabis Process Improvement Amendment Act of 2025
      • B26-0654 - Medical Cannabis Beverage Product Amendment Act of 2026
      • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here. 
        
        
• Monday, July 6
  • Two bills introduced by Councilmember Parker will be heard on this date: 
    • 1:00 p.m.
      • Committee of the Whole
        • B26-0403 - Education Continuity for Students in the Care of D.C. Amendment Act of 2025
        • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here. 
    • 4:00 p.m.
      • Committee of the Whole
        • B26-0592 - Lottery Preference for Families Impacted by School Closures Amendment Act of 2026
        • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here. 
          
          
• Tuesday, July 7
  • 3:00 p.m.
    • Committee of the Whole
      • B26-0493 - Strengthening Tenant Receivership and Oversight for Neighborhood Growth (STRONG) Homes Amendment Act of 2025
      • If you would like to watch the hearing and/or find the link to testify or submit testimony, please click here.

You can always access the full Council calendar by clicking here.

Join the Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking (DISB), the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), and the DC Financial Literacy Council on Saturday, June 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the UDC Lamond-Riggs Campus (5171 South Dakota Ave NE) for free financial empowerment information that helps District residents of all ages build generational wealth. Workshop topics include:

• Housing progams and resources
• Financial foundations
• Wealth building through investments
• Business programs and resources

Learn more and register here.

Tomorrow, June 27, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., head to 5301 North Capitol St NE for a food pantry. Diapers will also be available. Registration ahead of time is requested here. 

Youth ages 6-18 are invited to check out this hands-on gardening and health recipe-making workshop, held at the Lamond-Riggs Farmers Market on June 26, July 17, and August 14. Learn more and reserve your spot at the table here. 

DPR Communal Farms Weekly Veggie Giveaways have started back up at locations across the city. From now until November 25, 2026, stop by the below locations on select days each week to get free, locally grown fruits, veggies, and herbs. For more information, including how to volunteer, email joshua.singer@dc.gov.

• Ward 5: Edgewood Rooftop Farm (301 Franklin St NE)
  • Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Ward 7: Lederer Garden (4801 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NE)
  • Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• Ward 1: Powell Communal Farm (3149 16th St NW)
  • Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The High School Internship Program provides work-readiness skills, project-based learning, life skills, leadership development training, and work opportunities for District high school students (grades 9-12), ages 14—21. The goal of the program is to help prepare District youth to successfully transition from high school into postsecondary education, advanced training, unsubsidized employment, or a career in the military. 

• For the youth application for the 2026 - 2027 HSIP Program click here.
• For the host application for the 2026 - 2027 HSIP Program click here.

Learn more about the program and apply by August 1, 2026 here.

Arboretum:
Summer Evening Hours

June 8 - August 28

Open Until 8:00 p.m.
@ U.S. National Arboretum
Enjoy the long summer evenings and sunsets at the Arboretum with extended hours on weekdays, now until August 28.

Edgewood:
Lacrosse Jamboree

June 27 - 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
@ Edgewood Recreation Center (301 Franklin St NE)
Join DPR for a high-energy lacrosse event packed with scrimmages, msuic, and fun for all-ages. 

Metropolitan Branch Trail:
Ward 5 Walk with City Girls DC

June 28 - 10:30 a.m.
@ RIA Metro to Union Market
Join DC Tutoring and Mentoring Initiative and City Girls DC for a relaxing walk from the Rhode Island Ave Metro Station (main entrance) to Union Market (1.76 miles). Along the way, learn how you can volunteer as a tutor or mentor for local youth—then stick around to enjoy coffee or a bit at Union Market with your new city girl friends. 

Rock Creek Church Rd:
Annual Soldiers Home Independence Day Celebration

July 4 - 4:00 - 9:30 p.m.
@ Armed Forces Retirement Home (140 Rock Creek Church Rd NW)
Join the Friends of the Soliders Home for their annual Independence Day celebration, complete with live music, food trucks, games, bounce houses, and fireworks.

L'Enfant Plaza:
Metro Community Appreciation Block Party 

June 26 - 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
@ Metro HQ (300 7th St SW)
Join Metro as they celebrate the employees, retirees, and community partners who keep the region moving. Featuring food, music, and shuttles to viewing 1000- and 8000-series railcars at the Great American State Fair. Learn more here.

Anacostia:
Jazzy Sundays

July 12 - August 30 - 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
@ 1234 Morion Barry Ave SE
Join District agencies, the Anacostia BID, and DCity Smokehouse on Sundays through the summer for live jazz and good vibes. Learn more and register for free tickets here.

• DC Lawmakers Finalize New Budget, Temporarily Reversing Big Cuts and Opening Primaries to Independent Voters (WAMU)
  
  
• The Collins DC Council Report: Revenue Raisers, Semi-Open Primaries, and Unfinished Business (Washington Informer)
  
  
• DC Council Passes Budget, But Fight with CFO Continues (NOTUS)
  
  
• DC Council Passes Budget Amid CFO Dispute, Funds Open Primaries (WTOP)
  
  
• DC Budget Restores Money for Child Care and Housing Vouchers (WaPo - free to read with this gift link for 14 days)

The highlight of my week was connecting with neighbors, advocates, newly nominated elected officials, and DC for Democracy leaders at Wednesday evening's Free DC Ward 5 gathering at metrobar. I heard about the optimism many neighbors have for our city and their vision for healthy communities. Thanks to everyone who took a moment to say hello and share their thoughts!

As always, I invite you to use this form to provide feedback on how we're doing. We'd love to hear from you anytime. 

Yours in service and community, 

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