On Tuesday, April 19th, Councilmember McDuffie presented a ceremonial resolution recognizing April 24-April 30 as “National Reentry Week.” It is estimated that more than 8,000 individuals return each year to the District from various prison populations. Returning citizens remain one of the District’s most vulnerable populations. Often they need guidance and assistance navigating toward valuable […]
Washington, DC – The Council is voting to approve and fund a new plan for closing DC general. In February the administration proposed a plan to close DC general. As initially proposed the plan called for locating the Ward 5 temporary shelter at 2266 25th Place, NE. The 25th Place site presented serious challenges including
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On Thursday, April 21, the Committee on the Judiciary voted out of Committee, Bill 21-0326, the “Financial Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults and the Elderly Amendment Act of 2016,” affectionately known as the “Hilda Mason Act.” This bill aims to protect senior citizens in the District from financial exploitation, hold accountable those who take advantage of
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On Tuesday, April 19th, Councilmember McDuffie introduced the “Fair Criminal Record Screening for Housing Act of 2016.” The Fair Criminal Record Screening for Housing Act of 2016 is much like the “Ban the Box” legislation. The bill prohibits a housing provider’s inquiry into personal and private information. More specifically, this bill will assist in the
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On Saturday, April 23rd, ANC 5E in collaboration with the Bloomingdale Civic Association, hosted their annual Beautification Day. Despite the rain, neighbors still came out and planted during the day of service. Thank you to ANC 5E and the Bloomingdale Civic Association for your donations. We look forward to next year! For more information, please
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Dear Residents, April was an extremely busy month for the Council. I thank you for engaging with my office and for testifying regarding the Fiscal Year 2017 (FY 2017) budget. Your voice as an advocate for Ward 5 priorities is critical. The FY 2017 budget is significant, particularly, as the District celebrates the budget autonomy
Back by popular demand, Councilmember McDuffie hosted his second Professionals Networking Mixer in Ward 5 at Smith Public Trust. Over 150 guests were in attendance. Stay tuned for the next Mixer and follow the buzz at #Ward5PNMixer. For more information, please visit www.kenyanmcduffie.com or contact our office at (202) 724-8028. Source: DC Council Newsletter Ward
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On Tuesday, April 19, 2016, McDuffie hosted his second Ward 5 Leadership Meeting at Trinity University. In preparation for the Council’s vote on the Mayor’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2017 Budget, Councilmember McDuffie along with the Council’s Budget Office, met with Ward 5 ANC Commissioners, Civic Association Presidents, and other community stakeholders to discuss the District’s
In an effort to combat robberies in the District, on Thursday, April 21st, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced three designated Exchange Zones. These zones will serve as safe places for residents and visitors to exchange and complete transactions of online purchases. Several individuals have been targeted after using mobile marketplace applications to buy or
Undoubtedly the Ward 5 community is in need of a helping hand for the kids and youths. Help comes in many shapes and forms, but one of the best kind of help is hands-on. This hands-on approach has been a safe haven for many foster kids for 20 years. The shepherd responsible for such greatness
