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IN THIS NEWSLETTER: 

• We've moved! - Ward 5 Council Office is now in Suite 506
• Tomorrow - Roving Leaders Day in Langdon Park
• Tomorrow - Ward 5 Family Biking July Ride
• Sunday - Ward 5 Community Day at Woodridge Library
• July 25 - Ward 5 Roll Off Day at North Michigan Park Rec
• July 29 - Fort Lincoln Multi-Agency Blitz
• July 31 - Ward 5 Day at The National Building Museum
• Now until August 14 - Submit Feedback on RFK Draft Master Plan
• Now until September 15 - Council Recess
• September 19 - Ward 5 Day!
• ...and more!

I hope you are staying safe and cool amid the extreme heat and Canadian wildfire smoke that reached our region last night. The air quality reached Code Purple today, meaning it is very unhealthy for all neighbors to be outdoors. Please—stay inside, wear a mask if you must go outside, and check on vulnerable neighbors who may need a helping hand. 

We've moved!

It was a busy week in the Ward 5 Council Office as we packed up our desks in Suite 102 at the Wilson building and moved to Suite 506. As always, our door is open to visitors and the Wilson building belongs to the residents of the District. Stop by anytime!

Summer Recess and Community Meetings

Summer Recess began at the Council on Wednesday, freeing up more time for my team and I to get out of the Wilson building and into community meetings and events. This past week, I hosted meetings for the Carver Langston community and for neighbors near the Joe Mamo Lot (you can catch recaps and links to recordings in the Week in Review below!). Coming up, neighbors in Fort Lincoln are invited to join us on Wednesday, July 29 from 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. for an agency blitz walk to address concerns around public safety, illegal dumping, parking enforcement, and more. More details coming soon!

My team is also launching a project with ANCs and civic association leaders this summer to gather neighborhood-level feedback on area concerns, ways agencies can improve, and ways my office can improve in collaborating to build healthy communities. We are scheduling interviews with commissioners and civic leaders to learn more about what they are seeing on the ground and look forward to advancing the key priorities that rise to the surface from this project. 

Rodent Abatement in Ward 5

The District has long battled rodent abatement, and this year the problem has worsened. While there are a number of legislative solutions moving through the Council right now (including one I was proud to co-introduce), my constituent services team has noticed an increase in the number of requests for abatement and a delay in resolutions. This was confirmed this week when ANC 1E06 Commissioner Josh Jacobson shared data he collected on closure of rat abatement tickets, showing that ticket closure in Ward 5 is taking much longer than any other part of the city. I reached out to DC Health Director, Dr. Bennett, to ask for an update on the agency's efforts and for a look into why case closure is lagging in Ward 5. She assured me she will share more with my office soon, and I will share what I learn with residents. 

At-Large Councilmember Transition

This week, my colleagues and I wished Interim At-Large Councilmember Doni Crawford well as she leaves the Council. I am deeply grateful for Councilmember Crawford's sharp intellect, graceful leadership, and the tenacity she brought to difficult problems including a very tough budget year. Thank you, Councilmember! You will be missed and I hope you continue to use your gifts in service of the District. 

Today, Elissa Silverman was sworn in as the new At-Large Councilmember. Having previously served in this role from 2015 to 2023, I am excited for the experience she brings and look forward to partnering with Councilmember Silverman on behalf of all DC residents. Welcome back, Councilmember Silverman! 

In today's edition of the Ward 5 Weekly, you'll also find: 

public safety updates; a Ward 5 Community Day at the Woodridge Library on Sunday; a Brookland history presentation on Tuesday, July 21; an Ivy City history presentation on July 23; the next Ward 5 Roll Off Day in North Michigan Park on July 25; free admission to the National Building Museum and their new PLAYGROUND exhibit for Ward 5 neighbors on July 31; a reminder to submit feedback on the draft RFK Campus Master Plan by August 14; 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 free breakfast in Bloomingdale tomorrow morning; and community events including Roving Leaders Day and Late Nite Drip, both in Langdon Park tomorrow! Keep scrolling for more.

On Monday, two public hearings on the Council covered major topics: autonomous vehicles in the District, and the need for improved rodent abatement. The Committee on Transportation and the Environment held the hearing on B26-0684 - Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act of 2026, and you can find the recording and opportunity to submit written testimony until the record closes here. The Commitee on Health held the hearing on B26-0492 - Rodent Abatement and Transparency (RAT) Amendment Act of 2025, which I was proud to co-introduce. You can find the recording and opportunity to submit written testimony until the record closes here. Thank you to my colleagues for their work on these significant bills!

On Tuesday, the Council held our final Committee of the Whole and Legislative Meetings before the start of Summer Recess (which formally began July 15). We unanimously passed the RESALE Amendment Act to rein in ticket price gouging on third-party sites, and had important discussions on ways to protect District consumers. We also said goodbye and thank you to Interim At-Large Councilmember, Doni Crawford, as the meetings marked her last with the Council in the at-large role. 

Wednesday, I hosted the Carver Langston Town Hall at the Langston Golf Course Clubhouse alongside Commissioner Green-Campbell with several community leaders and agency partners including the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Department of Public Works (DPW), and National Links Trust. Residents shared concerns about the loss of the Safeway grocery store and CVS pharmacy, and the need to restore resources to the community. DPR, MPD, and National Links Trust all shared encouraging updates, including progress on the forthcoming new park at 19th and L St NE, the soon-to-be-reopened Rosedale pool, decreases in violent crimes and property crimes in the area, and the National Links Trust's new lease for the golf course which will ensure it remains a vital community asset for decades to come. If you weren't able to join us, you can find the recording here (passcode: *MgN@67X). 

On Wednesday evening, my team and I joined the Trinidad Public Safety Meeting at Bethesda Baptist Church alongside MPD Fifth District Captain Simic and Lieutenant Goode. Neighbors shared their concerns about recent public safety incidents including open-air drug dealing and the vacant buildings on Montello Ave. My office has been in touch with the Department of Buildings (DOB) and encourages neighbors to continue to report vacant and blighted buildings. We have also followed up with the property owners of 1736 and 1738 Montello Ave NE and are working on a solution to secure both properties. 

Yesterday, my committee staff and I visited the Youth Services Center, one of the facilities of the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), alongside members of At-Large Councilmember Robert White's team. As Chair of the Committee on Youth Affairs, these regular visits are important to my efforts to improve transparency and accountability at the agency on behalf of our city's youth and families.

Yesterday evening, my team and I hosted a virtual community meeting about potential activiation at the Joe Mamo Lot (1600 North Capitol St NW). As the Mamo team considers potential businesses to activate the site, I wanted to give residents the opportunity to hear the proposal and share their thoughts. If you weren't able to join us, you can find the recording here. You can also access the presentation from Mvement—the potential business that would activate the lot—here. Finally, you can view the results from the meeting's polling questions here. Thank you to Commissioner Lewis for helping organize the meeting and to Nate Perry and Anwaa Kong for their presentation and answering questions from neighbors. 

Recent Incidents

Last night, July 16, 2026 at approximately 11:25 p.m., MPD responded to the 1400 block of Saratoga Ave NE for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male, unconscious and not breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. This shooting is being investigated as a homicide. Anyone with information about this incident should contact the Metropolitan Police Department's anonymous tip line at 202-727-9099 or the anonymous text tip line at 50-411. 

Requests from Residents

Over the past few weeks, my office has received a number of messages from neighbors with concerns about two primary issues: safety along the Metropolitan Branch Trail (particularly near the Dew Drop Inn and 8th St NE), and incidents in and around Alethia Tanner Park in Eckington. My team is elevating these concerns with MPD, including requesting increased presence, improved lighting, and additional security cameras in public spaces where they are currently lacking. Public safety remains my top priority and if neighbors ever have any concerns or questions, I welcome you to reach out to my office directly at ward5contact@dccouncil.gov, 202-724-8028. 

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. 

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) shares regular updates regarding their paving and sidewalk repair activity throughout the District. You can sign up for those updates here. This week, my office received several messages from residents with questions about paving activity in Fort Lincoln along Commodore Joshua Barney Dr NE. This paving is connected to the District's regular maintenance of roadways and sidewalks to ensure they stay in good condition, called PaveDC. By signing up for updates or visiting PaveDC's website, you can stay up-to-date on planned roadway maintenance in and around your neighborhood. Here are the segments scheduled for maintenance in Ward 5 between July 10 and July 24: 

• 12th Street NE between Shepherd Street NE and Sigsbee Place NE
• 15th Street NE between Dead End and West Virginia Avenue NE
• 16th Street NE between Jackson Street NE and Kearny Street NE
• 17th Street NE between Bryant Street NE, Montana Avenue NE, and Channing Street NE
• 18th Street NE between Bunker Hill Road NE and Upshur Street NE
• 21st Street NE between Upshur Street NE and Varnum Street NE
• 22nd Street NE between I Street NE and Maryland Avenue NE
• 24th Street NE between Hamlin Place NE and Thayer Street NE
• 31st Street NE between Adams Street NE and Channing Street NE
• 36th Place NE between New York Avenue NE and New York Avenue NE
• 3rd Street NE between Cromwell Terrace NE and Douglas Street NE
• 3rd Street NW between R Street NW and Florida Avenue NW
• 4th Street NE between Edgewood Street NE and Douglas Street NE
• 5th Street NE between Franklin Street NE, Montana Avenue NE, and Chancellor's Way NE
• 6th Street NE between Girard Street NE and Chancellor's Way NE
• Bryant Street NE between Lawrence Avenue NE and 21st Place NE
• Commodore Joshua Barney Drive NE between Fort Lincoln Drive NE and Baldwin Crescent NE
• Cromwell Terrace NE between 2nd Street NE and 3rd Street NE & Alley 47063012
• Evarts Street NE between Saratoga Avenue NE and 17th Street NE
• Hamlin Street NE between 12th Street NE and 13th Street NE
• Hamlin Street NE between Chancellor's Way NE and 7th Street NE
• Jackson Street NE between Regent Place NE and 7th Street NE
• Lawrence Street NE between Lancaster Street NE, 7th Street NE, and 8th Street NE
• Morse Street NE between Orren Street NE and Staples Street NE
• Neal Street NE between West Virginia Avenue NE and Montello Avenue NE
• Newton Street NE between Driveway-58017932 and 10th Street NE
• Oakview Terrace NE between Dead End and Perry Street NE
• Oates Street NE between Montello Avenue NE and Trinidad Avenue NE
• Otis Street NE between 22nd Street NE and 24th Street NE
• Rand Place NE between 22nd Street NE and 24th Street NE
• Raum Street NE between Trinidad Avenue NE and Alley-47000872
• Raum Street NE between West Virginia Avenue NE and 11th Place NE
• Shepherd Street NE between 12th Street NE and Michigan Avenue NE
• Shepherd Street NE between 18th Street NE and 18th Place NE
• St. Francis DeSales Place NE between 20th Street NE and King Place NE
• Staples Street NE between Florida Avenue NE and Morse Street NE
• W Street NE between 16th Street NE and 18th Street NE, Montana Avenue NE

Join me at the Woodridge Library Ward 5 Community Day this Sunday, July 19! I'll be there from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., but the event runs from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. and includes fun activities for everyone: free food, STEAM activities, DIY planting, arts and crafts, and a vibrant community marketplace featuring local vendors and District agencies. All are welcome and I hope to see you there! Learn more here. 

Join the Brookland Neighborhood Civic Association next Tuesday, July 21 at DCTV (901 Newton St NE) for a presentation about Brookland's historic streets and homes from Historian Kim Prothro Williams and the DC Historic Preservation Office. Socializing will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Join the Department of General Services for a virtual session to learn more about how they build, maintain, and sustain District properties. The Ward 5 session will be on Tuesday, July 21 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Register to attend here.

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 July 22: Curbside Change to Implement Metrobus Stop Rebalancing - Read and comment here (NOI-26-174-CPD)
  
  
• Closes for comment on August 20: Installation of Government-Only Parking Zone along the 1500 block of Eckington Place NE - Read and comment here (NOI-26-203-TPA)
  
  
• Closes for comment on August 26: Installation of Crosswalk and Daylighting at Jefferson Street and Jamaica Street NE - Read and comment here (NOI-26-208-PSD)
  • This NOI is in conjunction with a DDOT Sidewalk Gap Project, installing a new sidewalk along Jamaica St NE. Impacted property owners were mailed notices by DDOT in March. Learn more about Sidewalk Gap Projects here. 

Join ANC 5D as they celebrate the rich history, people, and stories that shaped Ivy City on July 23 at 12:30 p.m. at the Ivy City Clubhouse - 1900 Capitol Ave NE. 

DC residents are encouraged to bring their large, non-hazardous materials for disposal to the next Roll Off Day on July 25, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the North Michigan Park Recreation Center (1333 Emerson St NE). The events are currently organized by the Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS) and supported by the Department of Public Works (DPW). Roll Off Days are free to attend. While pre-registration is not required, it is appreciated so that organizers can anticipate attendance. Roll Off Days are for residents of the District of Columbia (DC) only. If you have questions about the Roll Off Days, please call the organizing team at 202-442-8150 between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Residents of Wards 5 and 6 are invited to enjoy complimentary admission to THE PLAYGROUND at the National Building Museum on Friday, July 31, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Come climb, build, explore, and celebrate your neighborhood alongside special guests and community partners. No advanced registration is required. Learn more about THE PLAYGROUND here. See you at The National Building Museum on July 31!

The District recently released a draft master plan for the future RFK campus that includes new housing, parks, improved access to the Anacostia River, retail, and the proposed Commanders stadium, with at least 30% of new homes designated as affordable. The plan reflects community input gathered so far, but additional feedback is sought before the proposal is finalized this fall. Neighbors are encouraged to review the draft plan and share their thoughts during the public comment period to help shape the future of the RFK campus. Residents can submit feedback online here through August 14. The city will also host community meetings and an in-person public hearing on August 1 before finalizing the master plan. 

This week, my team attended the Eckington Civic Association and ANC 5D meetings. Here's a brief recap:

• Eckington Civic Association (July 13 @ 7:00 p.m.):
  • My team provided updates on our office's response to the fireworks incident in Alethia Tanner Park on June 24. Additionally, we discussed the Mamo Lot Community Meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 16. Association members voted to approve a letter in support of a forthcoming Right Proper Brewing location in Eckington. Neighbors were also given updates on the progress of Eckington Day planning.  
    
    
• ANC 5D (July 14 at 7:00 p.m.):
  • My team reminded neighbors about the Carver Langston Town Hall on Wednesday, July 15 at the Langston Golf Course. We also updated neighbors on Council Recess from July 15 - September 15. The commission passed two resolutions: one on rat birth control and another on removal of the National Guard from DC. Lastly, the Trash and Beautification Committee gave an update, stating they are still awaiting public litter cans from DPW as there is a waiting list for litter cans.

Meetings my team will attend next week: 

• Monday, July 20
  • 7:00 p.m.
    • Bloomingdale Civic Association
    • Gateway Civic Association
      
      
• Tuesday, July 21
  • 7:00 p.m.
    • ANC 5E
    • ANC 5F
    • Brookland Neighborhood Civic Association
      
      

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, July 14, 2026, the Council held Committee of the Whole and Legislative Meetings.

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole Meeting contained a number of bills and confirmation resolutions, including the following bill introduced by Councilmember Parker: 

• Food Policy Council Procurement Amendment Act of 2026
  • The bill changes the timeline for the Food Policy Council annual report from annually to triennially; and expands the authority of the Food Policy Council to evaluate food procurement practices for District agencies and contractors that regularly purchase food and beverages.

This bill, as well as the rest of those on the Committee of the Whole agenda, were moved forward for a first vote at the following Legislative Meeting, with the exception of the following bill:

• Fair Initiatives Lend Transparency to Every Resident Amendment Act of 2025
  • This bill changes the process for voter initiatives by:
    • Requiring the Board of Elections to reject initiatives that address more than one subject matter
    • Requiring that the initiative petition circulated and the ballot measure include information about its cost based on an analysis from the Office of the Chief Financial Officer
    • Requiring circulators to indicate whether they are paid circulators of the petition or serve as volunteers, and whether or not they are residents of the District
    • Extending the period in which someone may challenge a decision of the Board of Elections from 10 days to 30 days
  • Chairman Mendelson moved an amendment to be considered as part of the Committee Print. This amendment clarifies what is meant by "one subject."
  • Chairman Mendelson then rescheduled the bill to be heard at the next Legislative Meeting on September 22, 2026.
    
    

Legislative Meeting
During the Legislative Meeting, Councilmember Parker moved the following ceremonial resolution and two agency contracts:

• Kinship Care Month Recognition Resolution of 2026
  • This resolution recognizes the importance of kinship families in the District of Columbia and the many benefits kinship caregivers bestow on the children in their care as well as the many challenges they face when raising these children, and declares the month of September 2026 as “Kinship Care Month” in the District of Columbia.
• The ceremonial resolution as well as both contracts passed unanimously as part of the consent agenda.

Councilmembers also engaged in thoughtful consideration around a few notable bills:

• Restricting Egregious Scalping Against Live Entertainment (RESALE) Amendment Act of 2026
  • This bill does the following:
    • Introduce commonsense consumer protection features at the point of sale or resale of tickets to live entertainment (excluding sporting events).
    • Subject ticket resale platforms and individual resellers of large quantities of event tickets (50 or more per year) to licensure and oversight by the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP)
    • Require greater transparency at the point of sale regarding the full price and any limits on transferability
    • Ban speculative ticketing—that is, the listing on a resale platform of tickets that the seller has not yet obtained.
    • Provides the Mayor flexibility to change the price and fee cap on the resale market after one year of implementation and preserves the ability for the Mayor to regulate fees in the primary market.
  • Councilmember Pinto moved an amendment that struck the provision allowing the Mayor to regulate ticket fees in the primary market.  
    • Councilmember Parker disagreed with the premise of this amendment, noting that this "creates an uneven regulatory framework that empowers the giants in the primary market who are often Ticketmaster and LiveNation." The Councilmember noted that we cannot turn a blind eye to what is happening in the primary market even with the pending lawsuit against Ticketmaster and LiveNation, and stated, "When we say 'let the courts handle it,' we miss an opportunity to protect our residents."
    • The amendment passed, 11-2, with Councilmember Parker voting no.
  • Councilmembers Allen, Henderson, and Nadeau moved an amendment, which passed unanimously and which makes clear that the broad surveillance pricing prohibition for live events in the District does not apply to reductions in prices or fees that are:
    • set based on publicly available eligibility criteria that any consumer can satisfy on equal terms;
    • provided to members of a broadly defined group, such as teachers, active or retired military, senior citizens, students; or,
    • provided to recipients of a publicly established need-based program.
  • The bill, as amended, passed unanimously.
    
    
• Special Education for Young Adults in the Custody of the Department of Corrections Emergency Amendment Act of 2026
  • In June, the Council passed the Leading Education Access for Reentry and Necessary Success (LEARNS) Amendment Act of 2026. This emergency legislation allows the bill to be implemented as the LEARNS Act is undergoing Congressional approval. This legislation will do the following: 
    • Designate the Department of Corrections (DOC) as the District agency to provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and District law to certain individuals in DOC custody and detained in its secure facilities.
    • Expand eligibility for special education assessments for individuals in DOC custody and require that DOC establish an online portal and tracking system for grievances and short-term and long-term service requests.
  • This bill passed unanimously.
    
    
• Health and Human Service Programs and Benefits Eligibility and Delivery Data-Sharing Clarifications Emergency Amendment Act of 2026
  • This legislation allows DHS's homeless services department to share data with the agency's public benefits department to help DHS customers automatically qualify for exemptions from new federal work requirements.
  • This bill passed unanimously.

The Summer Recess began on July 15, 2026, which means there will be no regularly scheduled meetings of the Council held. This period will last until September 15, 2026. The next Legislative Meeting will be held on September 22, 2026.

Tomorrow, Saturday, July 18 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., St. George's Episcopal Church (160 U St NW) will serve a hot, nutritious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, and turkey bacon to anyone in need. Dine-in service and carry out bags are available. 

Registration for the DC Senior Games is open now! The games will take place across several venues from August to November. Participants may qualify for the next National Senior Games in July 2027 in Tulsa, OK. Learn more and register here.

Join the UDC-CARES program youth farm-to-table workshops at the Lamond-Riggs Farmers Market on Fridays. Learn more about times, topics, and how to participate on July 17 and/or August 14 here. 

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities invites arts and humanities professionals, organizations, CAH grantees, and community members to review and provide feedback on its Draft 2026-30 Strategic Plan. You can give feedback at an in-person session on July 21, a virtual session on July 29, and through their written comment until July 31. Learn more and weigh in 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.

Langdon:
Roving Leaders Day

July 18 - 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
@ Langdon Park (2901 20th St NE)
Join DPR for their 6th Annual Roving Leaders Day, featuring games, waterworks, moon bounces, giveaways, food, music, and more!

Eckington:
Family Bike Ride

July 18 - 3:30 p.m.
@ Alethia Tanner Park (227 Harry Thomas Way NE)
Join Ward 5 Family Biking for their July Family Bike Ride! Meet at Alethia Tanner Park at 3:30 and ride to The Park at LeDroit, where participants will be able to enjoy a splash pad, food truck, and ice cream.

Langdon:
Late Night Drip

July 18 - 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
@ Langdon Park Pool (2860 Mills Ave NE)
Join DPR for one of their hottest events of the summer - Late Night Drip! Enjoy aqua glow, a pool party, games, music, and more. All ages and families welcome. RSVP required.

Arboretum:
Summer Evening Hours

Weekdays thru August 28 - open 'til 8:00 p.m.
@ U.S. National Arboretum
Enjoy the arboretum during longer summer days with special evening hours. On weekdays, the Arboretum will be open until 8:00 p.m. On Fridays, enjoy a variety of food trucks!

Brentwood:
Community Day and Backpack Giveaway

August 1 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
@ 1251 Saratoga Ave NE
Join Israel Baptist Church and Isle of Patmos Baptist Church for a back-to-school bash, complete with free school supplies and backpacks, music, games, and more. 

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.

• New Washington, DC Bill Will Allow Foster Youths to Select Their Own Legal Families (ABC News)
  
  
• DC Passes Bill to Rein in Ticket Sales on Third-Party Sites (WaPo - free to read for 14 days with this gift link)
  
  
• Council Gives Final Approval to RESALE Act (DC Council)
  
  
• Councilmembers Push Back on Plan to Keep National Guard Troops in DC into 2029 (WTOP)
  
  
• DC Council Hears Testimony on Legislation that Could Pave the Way for Robotaxis (ABC 7)
  
  
• How DC Restaurants and Farmers are Responding to the Parasite Outbreak (Axios DC)
  
  
• DC Council Chair Proposes $620 Million Expansion, Including New Roof, for Audi Field (WUSA 9)
  
  
• The Collins DC Council Report: Questions About Fees and Government Employee Telework Policy (Washington Informer)

The highlight of my week was joining my colleauges in celebrating and thanking Interim At-Large Councilmember Doni Crawford for her service. It is easy to celebrate her—she has shaped the work of the Council in meaningful ways for years, both as a staffer and then as a councilmember. I will miss her thoughtful partnership and hope to still see her around Wilson building!

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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