Councilmember Trayon White

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Philip E. Pannell for his nearly 50 years of civic leadership and community service in the District of Columbia. The bill formally recognizes his long-standing contributions, including his role in establishing the city's first constituent services office and his decades of work as Executive Director of the Anacostia Coordinating Council. It declares a specific date as "Philip E. Pannell Day" to acknowledge his impact on social justice, democratic participation, and neighborhood strengthening. This measure is a symbolic tribute rather than a policy change, as it does not alter laws or allocate funding.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution honors Bishop Glen A. Staples, the senior pastor of The Temple of Praise in Washington, D.C., for his leadership in spiritual, educational, and community development efforts. The bill formally recognizes his work in establishing the Way of the Word Community Development Corporation and creating the "New Day" Women's Transitional Home, which provides housing and support services to women and children in Southeast D.C. Additionally, the resolution designates a specific day as "Bishop Glen A. Staples Day" to acknowledge his contributions to higher education access and economic empowerment within the District.

Maddy summaryThis ceremonial resolution formally recognizes Wendy Glenn for her decades of public service and leadership in Ward 8 and the District of Columbia. The bill honors her career as a civil servant, which includes roles in the Council of the District of Columbia, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Department of Employment Services. It also acknowledges her community work with organizations like Freshwind CDC and lists the awards she has received for her contributions. The resolution serves as an official tribute to her dedication to improving government systems and supporting residents rather than enacting new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes renaming a specific elementary school in Ward 8 to the Malcolm X Elementary School. The legislation designates the school located at the intersection of Mississippi Avenue and 15th Street with this new name. Once approved by the Mayor and Congress, the change will officially update the school's identity on city records.

Maddy summaryThis bill (B 26-0421) authorizes the creation of the "Soul of the City Business Improvement District" (BID) in a specific geographic area of Washington, D.C., as defined in the bill's boundary description. It allows the BID to collect local fees (referred to as "BID taxes") from nonexempt properties within its boundaries to fund neighborhood improvements like street cleaning, safety, and beautification. The BID requires Mayor approval before implementation and would operate until its dissolution or the bill's expiration.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares an emergency to keep a temporary law active while waiting for a permanent version to be approved. It directly affects the Soul of the City Business Improvement District, ensuring its operations continue without interruption. The bill specifies that the temporary authorization expires in April 2026, before the permanent legislation is expected to take effect, and allows the temporary law to pass with only one reading due to these urgent circumstances.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Soul of the City Business Improvement District in Washington, D.C., by adding it to the existing list of authorized districts under the city's Business Improvement Districts Act. The legislation establishes a specific geographic boundary defined by numerous property lots and authorizes the collection of taxes from businesses and property owners within that area starting April 1, 2026. The district's formation and the imposition of taxes are subject to final approval by the Mayor, and the measure is designated as an emergency amendment to bypass potential congressional review delays.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new moratorium zone in the Targeted ANC 8A area of Southeast Washington, D.C., which limits the number of off-premises alcohol licenses that can be issued within its boundaries. The zone is defined by specific streets and landmarks, and the law caps the number of Class A licenses at three and Class B licenses at one within that area. The restrictions do not apply to full-service grocery stores, hotels, restaurants, or taverns, which are exempt from the license limits. The Mayor is authorized to issue rules to implement these provisions, subject to a 30-day review period by the Council.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the District of Columbia Mayor to create a Community Service Debt Repayment Program that allows low-income residents to reduce unpaid fines from certain traffic and parking tickets by performing community service. The program specifically applies to fines from automated traffic enforcement systems and other notices of infraction, and it defines low-income residents as those earning at or below 250% of the federal poverty level. Under the program, residents can earn credit toward their debt at a rate equivalent to the minimum hourly wage for each hour of community service they complete, without paying any enrollment or participation fees. The Mayor must issue rules to implement the program, and residents can choose how much of their debt to reduce through participation rather than being required to pay a specific amount.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a ceremonial resolution that formally honors Allen Iverson, the former NBA basketball player and cultural icon, for his achievements and contributions. It recognizes his career highlights, including his time at Georgetown University, his success with the Philadelphia 76ers, and his induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. The resolution also acknowledges Iverson's positive impact on the District of Columbia and his hometown community in Hampton Roads, Virginia. This measure does not change any laws or policies but serves to officially acknowledge and celebrate his legacy.