Councilmember Phil Mendelson

Maddy summaryThis bill is an emergency resolution to approve the Ninth Master Agreement between the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) and its faculty union (UDC Faculty Association/NEA). It directly affects UDC faculty covered by the agreement, providing a new salary structure for Fiscal Year 2025, a 3% cost-of-living adjustment, catch-up payments for promotions from 2022-2024, and service-based pay increases. The resolution declares an emergency to fast-track approval of these compensation terms, which UDC claims are necessary to retain and attract faculty in a competitive higher education market. The agreement itself covers the period October 1, 2022, through September 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill temporarily creates a streamlined process for changing property tax classifications when commercial buildings are converted to residential use in Washington, D.C. It requires property owners to formally apply for a "Class 1A" residential classification (based on building permits for residential construction or substantial rehabilitation) before the change takes effect, with tax rates applying based on the application timing (full year for Oct-Mar applications, second installment only for Apr-Sep). If property isn't used residentially within 3 years or by the certificate of occupancy date, the tax authority can "claw back" the improper classification, adding penalties and interest. The law applies to owners converting commercial properties to residential use and expires 225 days after enactment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares an emergency to authorize the District of Columbia to immediately acquire six specific properties (Lots 809, 840, 841, 842, 843, and 848) on Georgia Avenue in Square 2937. These properties are currently underutilized, facing foreclosure, and at risk of becoming blighted, with the District aiming to redevelop them for neighborhood revitalization adjacent to a District-owned fire station (Engine 22). The emergency declaration bypasses standard legislative procedures to expedite acquisition and prevent further decline. The resolution takes effect immediately upon Council adoption.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural confirmation resolution, not a substantive legislative bill. It formally confirms Mayor Bowser's reappointment of Martin A. Skolnik to the Board of Real Estate Appraisers for a term ending June 26, 2028. The resolution directly affects the Board's composition and Skolnik's official role. It requires the Council to adopt the resolution and transmit a copy to Skolnik and the Mayor's Office. No new policy provisions or mechanisms are created.

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies enforcement authority for unlicensed businesses selling cannabis or Schedule I substances (like certain drugs) in the District. It expands the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration's (ABCA) power to immediately padlock and close such businesses without waiting for license applications to be processed, ending a grace period that previously allowed pending applications to delay enforcement. Businesses operating without a license - whether selling cannabis products or Schedule I substances - will face enforcement actions starting April 1, 2025, regardless of pending applications. The law specifically targets unlicensed sales of both cannabis and Schedule I substances, removing exemptions that previously protected some businesses.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution confirming Mayor Bowser's appointment of Whitney McGill to the Board of Barber and Cosmetology. It replaces Patrick Guarniere for the remainder of his unexpired term, which ends December 13, 2027. The resolution formally approves McGill's position as a cosmetologist licensed in the District serving on the board, as required by District law. No substantive policy changes are involved - this is solely a confirmation of an existing appointment.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a temporary exemption allowing healthcare professionals licensed in foreign countries to provide medical care to international sports teams during events in Washington, D.C. It directly affects foreign medical staff accompanying teams like those participating in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The key provision amends licensing rules to permit these professionals to practice for up to 30 consecutive days per year, limited to treating only the team athletes, support staff, and coaches at their basecamp, lodging, training sites, or competition venues. The exemption does not apply to general clinic practice in D.C. and expires after 90 days as an emergency measure.

Maddy summaryThis resolution confirms Omololu Majekodunmi's appointment to a new three-year term on the Board of Rehabilitative Therapies in the District of Columbia. It directly affects only Majekodunmi, who is nominated as an occupational therapist licensed in the District. The resolution formally ratifies the Mayor's appointment under existing law (D.C. Law 25-191), establishing her as a board member for a three-year term. As a procedural confirmation resolution, it does not create new policy or affect broader populations.