Dear Ward 8 Residents, 

We understand that access to equitable employment will support District residents in several positive ways and we want to be apart of residents getting back to work.

With that in mind, I, alongside Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6) and At-Large, Councilmember Elissa Silverman, the D.C. Department of Employment Services, ANC6D, the SWBID, the Capitol Riverfront BID, The Wharf and The Yards, invite residents to participate in a job fair on June 28, 2022, at Arena Stage from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Candidates will have the opportunity to connect directly with employers from the following organizations:

There is a growing demand for qualified workers to fill critical vacancies. Employers are looking for job-ready candidates that can meet the minimum requirements, such as:

  • Show proof of COVID-19 Vaccination to enter Arena Stage
  • Must have a government-issued photo ID
  • Must have at least a high school diploma or GED
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screening, if required by an employer

If you're ready to explore new positions, this job fair is the right opportunity. We encourage residents to register for the job fair by clicking here

We wish you all the best and look forward to hosting you on June 28th and spread the word about this event.


Respectfully,

 Councilmember Trayon White, Sr.

    Quick Links

Click here to register for the event.
Have you checked out the 2021 Progress Report? Click the link below and see exactly what progress Councilmember Trayon White has made for Ward 8 residents.
Click To Here See The 2021 Progress Report 

Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs Public Roundtable

On June 13th, the Committee on Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs held a Public Roundtable on the following Legislation:
  • PR24-0716 “Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Artisha Naidu Confirmation Resolution of 2022”
  • PR24-0717 “Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Jennifer Anderson Confirmation Resolution of 2022”
  • PR24-0718 “Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Jeffrey Le Confirmation Resolution of 2022”
  • PR24-0719 “Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Krishna Ghodiwala Confirmation Resolution of 2022”
  • PR24-0721 “Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander Community Development Niranjan Adhikari Confirmation Resolution of 2022”
Legislative Highlights
The "Burial Assistance Program Increase Amendment Act of 2022" amends the Burial Assistance Program Reestablishment Act of 1999 to increase the amount of burial assistance offered through the Department of Human Services burial assistance program. The maximum amount for burial and cremations services increased to $1600.
Hearing Annoucements
Our beloved Georgena's / The Player's Lounge needs your support. The Committee on Business and Economic Development invites the public to testify remotely or to submit written testimony on behalf of Bill 24-0352, the “Players Lounge Tax Exemption Act of 2021”.

This measure would provide for a real property tax exemption for Georgena’s Restaurant also known as the Players Lounge located at 2737 MLK Jr AVE SE.

Witnesses are encouraged to submit their testimony in writing in advance of the hearing to: [email protected].

Watch Hearing Live: https://www.kenyanmcduffieward5.com/live

Updates on Congress Heights Recreation Center.
On Wednesday, June 8, 2022, tthe Department of General Services held a community meeting on Congress Heights Recreation Center Project. Check out the slide deck about the project design here.
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Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 5:30pm
CLOSED Saturday, Sunday & Holidays

Wendy Glenn: [email protected] 
Director, Constituent Services
Department of Employment Services 
Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia
DCACL 
ERCPCP/ACC Faith Leaders   

Louise Thorne: [email protected]
Constituent Services Specialist
DC Public Schools
DC Housing Authority
Department of Human Services
Utilities: PEPCO, DC Water, Washington Gas
Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Eric Cleckley: [email protected]
Constituent Services Specialist
District Department of Transportation 
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs 
Department of Energy and Environment

James Wood: [email protected]
Constituent Services Specialist
Department of Motor Vehicles
Department of Public Works 
Senior Related Issues

For all other constituent services concerns, please contact Wendy Glenn.
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