Councilmember Charles Allen

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares an emergency to remove a $250 million debt cap on bonds issued under the Energy Efficiency Financing Act of 2010. It directly affects the District of Columbia's C-PACE program, which finances energy efficiency upgrades for buildings through property tax assessments. The resolution enables the DC Green Finance Authority to issue larger bonds - like a planned $470 million for The Geneva building conversion - without the existing cap, addressing current capacity constraints ($184 million used out of $250 million). It does not create new policy but removes a statutory barrier to meet market demand for energy efficiency projects.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes Labyrinth Games and Puzzles on its 15th anniversary as a community-focused business in Capitol Hill. It honors the store’s retail offerings, community events (like Educator Nights and used game sales raising over $15,000 annually for schools), and its role as a gathering space, citing its 2024 "Retailer of the Year" award and other local recognitions. The resolution has no policy impact - it simply expresses the Council’s appreciation for the business’s contributions to the Eastern Market small business community.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares an emergency to amend fees for the District's Streatery Program, which allows restaurants to set up outdoor dining in public spaces like parking lanes. It directly affects participating restaurants by reducing proposed permit fees ($260) and annual public space rental costs ($20 per square foot), while establishing a clear enforcement date for permanent guidelines. The resolution also authorizes the Public Space Committee to grant waivers for program requirements if they don't create undue risk. This aims to prevent businesses from removing existing streatery setups due to new rules and costs, addressing immediate concerns raised by restaurant owners.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires all District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) facilities to open from noon to 5 p.m. on Sundays, expanding current hours that previously closed facilities on Sundays. It directly affects District residents who use DPR-managed parks, recreation centers, athletic fields, and aquatic centers, enabling Sunday access to programming and spaces. The bill mandates these specific Sunday hours without restricting DPR from extending hours further, while maintaining existing Monday-Friday (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) operating schedules. This is a concrete policy change to increase facility accessibility, not a speculative outcome.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a priority access system for certified community-based youth sports leagues to use District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) outdoor fields during peak hours. To qualify, leagues must be DC-registered nonprofits serving at least 75% DC youth residents, not restrict participation by ability, offer fee waivers for low-income families, and maintain field safety and cleanliness. Certified leagues gain priority for scheduling, including rescheduling after weather cancellations, while ensuring DCPS fields remain available for school use without burdening staff. The bill aims to reduce competition for limited field space and retain youth sports participation within the District.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the Police Complaints Board from 5 to 9 members, requiring representation from each city ward plus one at-large member, with all members (after a transition) prohibited from having current law enforcement affiliations. It grants the Office of Police Complaints Executive Director new authority to independently initiate complaints when evidence of misconduct - such as failure to intervene in excessive force or failure to report violations - is discovered, even if not raised by the original complainant. It also clarifies that specific victim-related provisions in Chapter 3 of Title 14 apply only to individuals under 18 years old. As an emergency measure, it expires 90 days after enactment or upon the applicability date of a related 2022 law.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0095) commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Townhomes on Capitol Hill community in Washington, D.C. It formally recognizes the mixed-income cooperative housing development, which replaced the former Ellen Wilson Dwellings public housing project, as a thriving community established in 1998. The resolution honors the residents, community leaders, and collaborative efforts that created and sustained the development, including its 2007 Frances Taylor Center for Community Life. As a symbolic gesture, it does not create new policies or allocate funds, but celebrates the community's legacy of affordability and resident-led governance.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0096), not a substantive bill. It formally recognizes and honors Dr. Dock Winston upon concluding his term as President of the Medical Society of the District of Columbia (MSDC) in 2025. The resolution highlights his medical career, leadership in advancing urology care, development of clinical programs, and community engagement. It has no policy impact or binding effect - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute to his service.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution (CER 26-0085) formally recognizes Friendship Baptist Church in Southwest, DC, for its 150th anniversary. The DC Council resolution acknowledges the church's historical significance as one of the District's oldest African American congregations, its community service since 1875, and its role as a civic hub. It has no binding effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation. The resolution takes effect immediately upon publication.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the 2022 Office of District Waterways Management Establishment Act and the Confirmation Act of 1978 to update the structure and operations of the District Waterways Advisory Commission. It standardizes the Mayor’s appointment process for commission members to match other similar commissions, adds the Department of Parks and Recreation as a non-voting ex-officio member, and changes meeting frequency from monthly to every two months. The bill also extends the required update period for the Advisory Plan from annually to at least every three years, while clarifying the process for public engagement and plan revisions. These changes aim to streamline commission operations and improve stakeholder collaboration for managing District waterways.