Councilmember Trayon White

Maddy summaryThis bill officially names a specific public alleyway in Ward 8 as "East River Alley." It designates the alley located at 1655-1659 W Street, SE, between W Street and Galen Street, using a legal description based on property maps. The legislation requires approval from the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period before it becomes effective. There are no financial costs or new regulations associated with this naming designation.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Seniors with Disabilities Relocation Subsidy Program to help older renters with disabilities find and stay in affordable housing in Washington, D.C. The District of Columbia Housing Authority will manage the program, which includes holding quarterly public hearings to assess housing needs and reviewing funding sources regularly. The act also requires the authority to submit quarterly reports to the city council detailing how the program is operating and how much money it has collected.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Joseph "Joe" Jackson, a community leader and artist in Washington, D.C.'s Ward 8, for his courage and contributions to the district. The bill formally recognizes his personal achievements, including overcoming a past prison sentence to become a successful GoGo music entrepreneur and youth advocate who founded local music programs and businesses. It also specifically highlights his heroic actions in March 2019 when he helped rescue an elderly woman from a vehicle that caught fire. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to publicly acknowledge his bravery and dedication to the community.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Dr. Sharon Harrington Staples for her service as a spiritual leader, public servant, and scholar in Ward 8. The bill formally recognizes her extensive background, including her roles at the Temple of Praise Church and her previous career with the U.S. Department of Defense. It cites her specific achievements, such as her leadership in diversity initiatives, her academic credentials, and her work mentoring others in ministry. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves to officially acknowledge her contributions to the community.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Darrell "Dunnie" Watson, a music teacher at Ballou Senior High School in Ward 8, for his significant contributions to music education and performance. The bill formally recognizes his achievements, including leading the school's Marching Knights to national attention in 2004 and securing an invitation for the band to perform in the 2005 Presidential Inauguration Parade. It also acknowledges his past performances with notable gospel artists and his receipt of the Cleveland L. Dennard Distinguished Service Award from the University of the District of Columbia.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Ronita Shawnail Oxley, a resident of Ward 8 in the District of Columbia, for her bravery during a school shooting on September 12, 2024. The bill formally recognizes her actions of applying a tourniquet to a wounded student, using a tie to stop bleeding on another victim, and organizing the scene to ensure emergency responders were called. It highlights how her personal history with gun violence motivated her to intervene when she saw injured children near Kipp DC Legacy Campus. The resolution does not change laws or policies but serves to publicly acknowledge her courage and efforts to save lives.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Calique Barnes, a student advocate and Ward 8 resident, for his recent achievements in education and community leadership. The bill formally recognizes his appointment as the State Board Student Representative for the District of Columbia and acknowledges his past roles as a student leader at Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter High School. It does not create new laws or alter policies but serves to publicly celebrate his dedication to representing student voices and his service as a minister.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a program to provide free athletic shoes to first-year middle school athletes in Ward 8's public and charter schools. The Department of Park and Recreation will manage the initiative by partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to fund and distribute footwear before the start of each sports season. Students must register to receive a pair of shoes selected from available options that suit various sports, and the department will report annually on how many students were served.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Unit Renovation Assistance Program for Seniors in Washington, D.C., to help older renters improve their living conditions in both subsidized and unsubsidized apartments. The program creates a dedicated fund administered by the District of Columbia Housing Authority, which will be financed through $5 million in initial funding, grants, donations, and interest earnings. The Housing Authority is required to regularly assess senior housing needs, hold public hearings, and report quarterly on how the money is spent.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation to offer priority registration for its summer programs one week before public registration opens. Residents living within one mile of a community center, recreation center, or program location would be eligible to register online or in person during this early window. The law applies to all locations hosting programs and aims to give nearby residents an early opportunity to sign up before the general public.