Councilmember Phil Mendelson

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Erin C. Golding as a member of the District of Columbia's Child Support Guideline Commission. The resolution officially appoints her for a term ending in August 2030 to serve as an expert in family law and child support. Golding, a licensed attorney with extensive experience in custody and support disputes, will join the commission to help review and update guidelines used to calculate child support payments. This procedural measure does not change any laws or policies but ensures the commission has the necessary expertise to perform its duties.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Niranjan Adhikari as a member of the District of Columbia Commission on Human Rights to fill a vacant seat for the remainder of a term ending in December 2027. The resolution formally approves Adhikari's appointment, which was nominated by Mayor Muriel Bowser under existing confirmation procedures. Once adopted, the Council will send copies of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor, and the measure takes effect immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Michelle Pourciau as a member of the Board of Zoning Adjustment in the District of Columbia, filling a vacant seat left by Carl Blake until September 30, 2028. The legislation formally approves her appointment to this body, which is responsible for reviewing and approving zoning changes that fall outside standard regulations. By passing this resolution, the Council validates Pourciau's role in overseeing decisions related to building locations, heights, and land use within the district. The text does not alter existing zoning laws but rather establishes the official membership of the board that enforces them.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Paul Goldstein as a public member of the District of Columbia's Board of Zoning Adjustment, filling the seat previously held by Fred Hill. The resolution appoints him for the remainder of the current term ending in September 2026 and for a new term extending to September 2029. Goldstein, a resident of Ward 3, brings extensive experience in zoning administration and land use planning from his roles at the Department of Buildings and other agencies. The confirmation process follows established procedures for appointing members to this board, which oversees zoning regulations and building standards in the District.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Janice Kim, a resident of Ward 3, to the Commission on the Arts and Humanities for a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution formally approves her nomination by the Mayor and establishes her official membership on the commission, which advises the District on arts and humanities policy. Kim brings experience from board roles at The Washington Ballet and Transformer Gallery, along with a background in nonprofit governance and financial management. The Council's adoption of this resolution completes the confirmation process required by the District's confirmation laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Hector Torres as a member of the Commission on the Arts and Humanities for the District of Columbia, serving a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution is a procedural measure that formally approves Torres' nomination by the Mayor and completes the confirmation process required by the District's confirmation laws. Once adopted, the Council will send copies of the resolution to both the nominee and the Mayor, and the measure takes effect immediately upon adoption.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Carla Sims as a member of the District of Columbia's Commission on the Arts and Humanities for a term ending June 30, 2029. The resolution authorizes the Council to officially recognize Sims, a communications expert and former Army Reserve Major, for her role on the commission that supports arts and humanities initiatives in the District. By confirming her appointment, the Council enables Sims to continue serving on the board that advises on cultural policy and programs for the community.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms Lee Clark as a public member of the District of Columbia's Public Employee Relations Board to fill a vacancy left by Ann Hoffman. The resolution authorizes the Council to appoint Clark for the remainder of an unexpired term ending December 12, 2028, based on his nomination by Mayor Muriel Bowser. Clark brings experience in labor relations from his roles at the Government Accountability Office and the National Labor Relations Board. The bill requires the Council to send a copy of the resolution to both Clark and the Mayor's office once adopted. This procedural measure formalizes Clark's appointment to the board without changing the board's existing structure or powers.

Maddy summaryThis bill confirms the reappointment of Joe Coleman as a citizen member of the District of Columbia Commemorative Works Committee for a term ending in July 2028. The resolution formally approves Coleman's nomination by the Mayor and authorizes the Council to send a copy of the decision to both Coleman and the Mayor. Coleman, a Ward 7 resident and artist with extensive experience in murals and public art, will serve on the committee that oversees the selection and placement of commemorative works in the District.