Councilmember Phil Mendelson

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the payment of approximately $3.74 million for emergency snow removal services provided by Total Civil Construction in Washington, D.C., between January 29 and February 13, 2026. The legislation approves a contract modification that adjusts the original price to reflect actual labor hours and includes a fee for credit card processing. Because the contract value exceeds one million dollars, the bill requires formal approval from the District Council to release funds for these vital winter operations. The measure is designated as an emergency to allow for a single reading and immediate implementation.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves Dr. Andrea Headley's appointment as an at-large member of the District of Columbia Police Complaints Board. The legislation confirms her selection by the Mayor to fill a new seat on the board, which oversees citizen complaints regarding police conduct, for a term ending in January 2027. By passing this resolution, the Council of the District of Columbia completes the legal process required to finalize her role within the existing complaint review framework. The text does not alter the board's structure or powers but simply validates the appointment of a new member based on her academic background in public policy and criminal justice.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Bobbi Strang as the Ward 7 member of the District of Columbia Police Complaints Board. The resolution officially appoints her to serve on the board, which handles citizen complaints regarding police conduct, until January 12, 2029. Strang, a professional with experience in public service and education, will represent Ward 7 in this oversight role. The legislation requires the Council to send a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor once adopted.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural resolution that confirms Edward Sanders as the Ward 1 member of the Police Complaints Board in the District of Columbia. The legislation officially validates the Mayor's nomination of Sanders to fill a new seat on the board, which reviews complaints regarding police conduct, for a term ending in January 2028. By adopting this resolution, the Council of the District of Columbia completes the legal process required to appoint Sanders to his role. The document does not alter any laws or policies but serves solely to finalize the appointment of a specific individual to an existing oversight body.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Glenn Marcus as the Ward 3 member of the Police Complaints Board, a body that reviews complaints against police officers in the District of Columbia. The resolution officially appoints Marcus to fill a new seat for a term ending on January 12, 2029, following his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The legislation requires the Council to send a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor once it is adopted. The bill takes effect immediately upon adoption and does not alter the Board's existing functions or powers.

Maddy summaryThis resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $30.5 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School fund and refinance its school facilities. The funds will specifically support improvements at the school's existing campuses and the construction of a new 33,000-square-foot middle school building. The legislation ensures that the District has no financial liability for these bonds, meaning the school itself is responsible for repaying the debt.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural confirmation resolution that formally approves Monte Monash as a new member of the District of Columbia's Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board. The measure fills a vacant seat previously held by James Short and is set to last until May 7, 2028. By confirming Monash's appointment, the Council enables her to participate in the board's regulatory oversight of alcohol and cannabis operations in the District.

Maddy summaryThis resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $17 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help Harmony DC Public Charter Schools fund a school project. The funds will be used to acquire, renovate, and equip a 33,774-square-foot facility at 2917 8th Street NE, as well as cover related costs like interest and issuance fees. The bonds are structured so that the District has no financial liability or obligation to repay them, meaning the school itself is responsible for the debt. This measure allows the school to finance its development without creating a general debt for the city.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $375 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to help PRG Wonder Plaza Properties Inc. finance a major redevelopment project at Howard University. The funds will be used to purchase a 1.59-acre site, renovate an existing building into a mixed-use facility with student housing, a wellness center, and retail space, and refinance previous development costs. The resolution explicitly states that these bonds are not backed by the District's general tax revenue or credit, meaning the city has no financial obligation if the project fails.

Maddy summaryThis resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $460 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to assist Provident Group - Bison Properties Inc. with three main financial activities. The funds will be used to pay off three existing bond series from 2022, purchase a long-term lease for the Mary M. Bethune Annex student dormitory at Howard University, and cover maintenance and safety upgrades for several student housing buildings. The legislation explicitly states that these bonds are not backed by the District's general funds or tax power, meaning the city has no financial liability if the project fails.