This bill confirms James Berry, Jr. as a member of the District of Columbia Sentencing Commission, filling a vacant seat for a term ending in 2026 and a subsequent term ending in 2029. The resolution formally approves his appointment to this advisory body, which helps shape sentencing policies and practices in the District. Berry brings extensive experience in criminal justice reform and community-based reentry programs from his previous roles in public defense and offender supervision agencies.
This bill proposes confirming Jennifer Anderson as a public member of the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development in the District of Columbia. The resolution would officially appoint her to this role for a term ending on April 17, 2029, following her nomination by the Mayor. If passed by the Council, the bill formalizes her appointment to the advisory body established to support Asian and Pacific Islander community development efforts.
This bill confirms Elena Son as a public member of the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development in the District of Columbia. The resolution fills a vacant seat previously held by Aneysha Bhat for the remainder of the term, which ends on April 17, 2028. Elena Son, a resident of Ward 2, brings over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising to the role. The confirmation is based on her professional background in managing development operations and building strategic partnerships for various organizations.
The School Food Waste Reduction and Composting Act of 2026 requires public schools and charter schools in Washington, D.C., to separate food waste for composting starting in January 2027. This law assigns specific duties to city agencies, such as the Department of Public Works for enforcement and the Department of General Services for providing necessary bins and signage. Additionally, the bill mandates that schools donate excess edible food where possible and requires the city to publish annual reports on compliance and donation efforts.
This bill confirms the reappointment of Jeffrey Le as a public member of the Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development in the District of Columbia. The resolution officially appoints him for a term ending on April 17, 2029, following a nomination by the Mayor. Once adopted by the Council, the resolution will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor to finalize the appointment process.
This bill confirms Marquisha Powell, a Ward 4 resident and architect, as a member of the Board of Zoning Adjustment to fill a vacant seat left by Lorna John. The resolution officially appoints her for the remainder of the unexpired term, which ends on September 30, 2027. Once the Council adopts this measure, it will be sent to both the nominee and the Mayor to finalize her appointment to the board responsible for reviewing zoning changes in the District of Columbia.
This resolution declares an emergency to amend a local tax code section, ensuring the financial stability of the Reservoir District housing project. The bill addresses a mismatch between current city housing rules and the financial projections used to approve the project's funding. By allowing the project to continue using specific income limits for rent calculations, the measure aims to prevent construction delays or cancellation. This change directly impacts the developers and residents involved in the Reservoir District, a public-private partnership transforming underused land in Washington, D.C.
This resolution declares an emergency to temporarily raise the weight limit for personal delivery devices, such as scooters, from 90 pounds to 275 pounds. The measure directly affects companies operating these devices and aims to prevent a legal gap that would occur when a current temporary law expires in May 2026 before a permanent bill can be passed. By allowing single-reading adoption, the bill ensures that newer, heavier models with enhanced features can continue to be used legally without interruption. This change aligns D.C. regulations with several other states that permit heavier devices and addresses the need for updated hardware capabilities.
This resolution declares an emergency to make permanent changes to laws governing the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC Water) regarding billing, late fees, and service disconnections. It clarifies that DC Water has the authority to charge late fees on unpaid water bills, ensuring these fees are treated the same as those for sewer services. The bill also requires DC Water to submit monthly reports to city officials and advocates about when and why water service is being cut off. Additionally, it updates rules to improve notice requirements for building occupants before a disconnection occurs. These measures aim to provide greater transparency and legal stability for residents facing potential water shutoffs.
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia Council to approve two modifications to an existing contract with Ingram Library Services, LLC for the District of Columbia Public Library. The legislation allows the library to increase the contract's spending limit from $950,000 to $1,200,000 to cover the purchase of books, materials, and related services for the 2025-2026 period. Because the new total exceeds one million dollars, the law requires Council approval to legally authorize payment for these goods and services. The bill declares an emergency to ensure these vital library services continue without interruption during the contract year.
This resolution declares an emergency to update the Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Program, which provides bidding preferences to locally owned businesses in the District of Columbia. The bill reinstates rules requiring CBE applicants to be independently owned and operated, and it establishes uniform hearing procedures to ensure fair and consistent enforcement actions. By making these changes permanent, the measure aims to maintain program integrity and improve administrative efficiency for the over 2,000 businesses currently participating. The Council determines that immediate action is necessary because previous temporary provisions expired on March 29, 2026, and their lapse would disrupt program operations.
This bill authorizes the District of Columbia to approve four contract modifications and release payments to the National Center for Children and Families for temporary safe haven placement services. The legislation extends the existing contract by 18 days and 180 days, adding a total of approximately $11.1 million in funding to cover services provided between March and September 2026. Because these changes increase the contract value by more than $1 million within a year, the bill requires Council approval to ensure the organization can be paid for goods and services already delivered or to be delivered. The measure is designated as an emergency declaration, allowing it to be passed after a single reading and taking effect immediately upon adoption.
