Councilmember Phil Mendelson

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves Yohance Fuller's appointment to the Board of Directors of the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency. The measure designates Fuller as the member representing community or consumer interests to fill a vacant seat left by Stanley Jackson for the remainder of the term ending in June 2025. By passing this resolution, the Council of the District of Columbia completes the legal process required to finalize Fuller's role on the board. The legislation does not alter existing laws or policies but serves as a procedural step to validate the Mayor's nomination.

Maddy summaryThis resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to enter into a two-year contract with BFI Transfer Systems of Virginia, LLC, doing business as Northern Virginia MRF, to handle and sell recyclable materials from commercial and residential sources. The agreement sets a maximum cost of $8,085,600 for the performance period and is processed through the Department of Public Works. The legislation declares an emergency to allow the contract to be approved quickly after a single reading, ensuring that waste management services are provided without delay.

Maddy summaryThis emergency resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to enter into a two-year contract with BFI Transfer Systems of Virginia, LLC, doing business as Northern Virginia MRF, to process and market commercial and residential recyclable materials. The agreement sets a maximum spending limit of $8,085,600 for the performance period and is managed by the Office of Contracting and Procurement on behalf of the Department of Public Works. By adopting this measure, the Council formally approves the contract under emergency provisions, allowing the deal to take effect immediately without further delay.

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily closes a 10-foot-wide public alley in Northeast Washington, D.C., transferring ownership of the land to adjacent property owners. The closing is conditional on the property owners first securing necessary public approvals for parking and loading access. Once enacted, the law will remain in effect for 225 days before automatically expiring.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Shawn Ellis to the Board of Industrial Trades, a group that represents licensed steam and other operating engineers in the District of Columbia. The resolution officially approves Ellis for a three-year term ending in June 2027, following his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. The document serves as a procedural step to formalize his continued service on the board, which is responsible for advocating for the interests of its member workers. No new laws or policy changes are introduced by this measure, as it solely addresses the administrative confirmation of a specific individual's appointment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that officially approves Judith N. Batty for reappointment to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board of Directors. The resolution confirms her nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser for a term ending on October 4, 2030, in accordance with existing federal and local laws governing the authority. Upon adoption, the Council will send a copy of the resolution to Ms. Batty and the Mayor's office to finalize the appointment. This procedural measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to validate the appointment of a specific individual to a public board.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves the reappointment of Tanya Lewis to the Board of Industrial Trades in the District of Columbia. The legislation confirms her role as an electrician licensed in the District and establishes her term of service to end on June 26, 2027. Upon adoption, the Council will send a copy of the resolution to Ms. Lewis and the Mayor's office, making the appointment official. This procedural measure does not alter existing laws or policies but rather validates a specific administrative appointment.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a confirmation resolution that formally approves the reappointment of LaVonne Woods to the Board of Industrial Trades for a term ending in June 2027. The measure directly affects Ms. Woods, a licensed master electrician from Ward 5, by establishing her official membership on the board that oversees trade licensing standards. The resolution includes a provision requiring the Council to send a copy of the document to both Ms. Woods and the Mayor's office once adopted. This action is purely administrative and does not alter any existing laws or policies regarding electrical trade regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural confirmation resolution that formally approves Ms. Barbara Barnes as a voting member of the District of Columbia State Athletics Commission. The legislation fills a vacant seat previously held by Dwayne Foster and sets her term to end on November 16, 2026. By confirming her appointment, the Council enables Barnes to participate in the commission's duties related to overseeing state athletic programs. The document also includes biographical details highlighting her extensive background in sports communications and administration.