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February 2, 2022 at 2:20 PM

Black History Month means celebrating excellence.

Black History Month means celebrating excellence. Dear Ward 8 Residents: Black History Month is a time to reflect and celebrate the influence and excellence of our historical black leaders and to uplift and highlight the rising leaders of today.…

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January 27, 2022 at 12:00 AM

Ward 8 Senior Tele-Townhall Coming Next Month

Ward 8 Senior Tele-Townhall Coming Next Month Dear Ward 8 Residents: My team and I are preparing to host our annual Tele-Townhall for Ward 8 Seniors.  The event will take place on Saturday, February 12th at 12:00pm. The tele-townhall will via c…

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January 19, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Let's Talk Boundaries

Let's Talk Boundaries Dear Ward 8 Residents: Please join us tonight at the Ward 8 Redistricting Committee Meeting to learn more about our plan for new boundaries. Please use the meeting details below to attend: Zoom Meeting: January 19, 2022 at 6:00pm Reg…

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January 12, 2022 at 9:02 PM

Walk With Me

Walk With Me Dear Ward 8 Residents: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. became synonymous with nonviolence, peace, race, and social justice reform. Commemorating his legacy is a tradition that I not only look forward to at the annual peace walk, but a legacy I car…

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January 5, 2022 at 8:11 PM

New year, fresh snow, fresh beginnings.

New year, fresh snow, fresh beginnings. Dear Ward 8 Residents: New year, fresh snow, fresh beginnings. The winter snowstorm is one way to kick off the New Year! My team and I mobilized with dozens of volunteers to clear pathways and sidewalks for our s…

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December 22, 2021 at 10:26 PM

Celebrate The Holidays Safely.

Celebrate The Holidays Safely. Dear Ward 8 Residents: On Friday, December 17th, I received a positive test result for COVID-19. At this time, I am following the necessary protocols to keep my family and the community safe. Please keep me in your prayers …

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December 16, 2021 at 4:40 PM

It's Starting To Feel Like Christmas...

It's Starting To Feel Like Christmas... Dear Ward 8 Residents: On Monday, December 20th, my office, in collaboration with Matthews Memorial Baptist Church, will host the Ward 8 Toy Giveaway will take place will take place at Matthews Memorial Baptist Chu…

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November 18, 2021 at 2:08 PM

Join Us For Thanksgiving.

Join Us For Thanksgiving. Dear Ward 8 Residents: It is that time of year again for my office to continue the holiday tradition of hosting the annual Ward 8 Wide Turkey Giveaway. This event will provide a turkey to 2,500 families this Thanksgiving.  On T…

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November 3, 2021 at 4:30 PM

We Will Not Be Silenced: #ProtectBlackWomen

We Will Not Be Silenced: #ProtectBlackWomen Dear Ward 8 Residents: Today, I called on Chairman Phil Mendelson to bring forth for nominations of both Howard University's Dr. Natalie Hopkinson and former DC First Lady Cora Masters Barry to the DC Commissi…

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October 27, 2021 at 2:22 PM

Meet Ward 8's Commission on LGBTQ

Meet Ward 8's Commission on LGBTQ Dear Ward 8 Residents: I am pleased to see the consistency and dedication of the Ward 8 Commission on LGBTQ. My office formulated this Commission in June 2020 to focus on issues affecting Ward 8 's LGBTQ residents and bu…

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October 20, 2021 at 2:30 PM

November office hours are open.

November office hours are open. Dear Ward 8 Residents: I want to invite all Ward 8 residents and business owners to sign up for a Frontline Office Hours meeting. This is a one-on-one session between myself and a member of my staff to discuss your needs. …

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October 6, 2021 at 6:08 PM

October just got a little pinker.

October just got a little pinker. Dear Ward 8 Residents:   October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it is about to get a lot pinker! Early detection is critical in combating breast cancer. We encourage women in Ward 8 to take the time to get a mammog…

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September 29, 2021 at 3:34 PM

Ticket Amnesty Is Extended Till December 31st

Ticket Amnesty Is Extended Till December 31st Dear Ward 8 Residents: On Monday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the extension of the Ticket Amnesty Program offering residents a chance to pay parking tickets without penalties until December 31st. These tic…

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September 22, 2021 at 1:40 PM

We Have More Pop-Up's Coming Your Way!

We Have More Pop-Up's Coming Your Way! Dear Ward 8 Residents: Great news! STAY DC providers are returning to the Ward 8 for community pop-up events. At this time, there is no published deadline for STAY DC application submission. However, we encourage o…

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September 15, 2021 at 1:28 PM

The Ward 8 STAY DC Pop-Up Was a Success!

The Ward 8 STAY DC Pop-Up Was a Success! Dear Ward 8 Residents: I would like to extend my appreciation to our DC government agency partners and our community based-organizations that processed Stay DC applications at the Ward 8 Pop-Up on Saturday. STAY …

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September 9, 2021 at 9:59 PM

Don't Miss This Rental Assistance Meeting!

Don't Miss This Rental Assistance Meeting! ALL DISTRICT RESIDENTS BEHIND IN RENT AND/OR UTILITY PAYMENTS. YOU NEED TO ATTEND THIS MEETING! On Thursday, September 9th, Councilmember Trayon White along with EOM, DMPED, DHCD, and DHS, will host a preparedness w…

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September 9, 2021 at 4:59 PM

Rental Assistance Webinar Tonight at 6:30pm!

Rental Assistance Webinar Tonight at 6:30pm! Register Now. ALL DISTRICT RESIDENTS BEHIND IN RENT AND/OR UTILITY PAYMENTS. YOU NEED TO ATTEND THIS MEETING! On Thursday, September 9th, Councilmember Trayon White along with EOM, DMPED, DHCD, and DHS, will host…

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September 9, 2021 at 2:09 PM

Rental Assistance Webinar Tonight at 6:30pm!

Rental Assistance Webinar Tonight at 6:30pm! Register Now. ATTENTION WARD 8 RENTERS AND THOSE BEHIND IN UTILITY PAYMENTS. YOU NEED TO ATTEND THIS MEETING! On Thursday, September 9th, Councilmember Trayon White along with EOM, DMPED, DHCD, and DHS, will host…

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September 9, 2021 at 2:08 PM

“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."-- F.Douglass

“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."-- F.Douglass Dear Ward 8 Residents: The Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge is set to open to traffic this weekend after the celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Tuesday, September …

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September 8, 2021 at 2:02 PM

Need Help With Your StayDC Application?

Need Help With Your StayDC Application? Register For This Webinar. ATTENTION WARD 8 RENTERS AND THOSE BEHIND IN UTILITY PAYMENTS. YOU NEED TO ATTEND THIS MEETING! On Thursday, September 9th, Councilmember Trayon White along with EOM, DMPED, DHCD, and DHS, w…

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August 30, 2021 at 3:19 PM

WE ARE CLOSED FOR RECESS!

WE ARE CLOSED FOR RECESS! Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. …

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August 24, 2021 at 10:21 PM

We Served 2,000+ Scholars !

We Served 2,000+ Scholars ! Dear Ward 8 Residents:   We did it! We accomplished our mission of serving more than 2,000 students with backpacks and school supplies in the community.    Saturday's event was more than a backpack giveaway. We activated the e…

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August 21, 2021 at 10:59 AM

Join Us For The Back To School Event!

Join Us For The Back To School Event! JOIN US THIS WEEKEND AT SOME OF OUR EVENTS! We invite you to attend Councilmember Trayon White in collaboration with Developing Economic Opportunities for the annual "Back-To-School Backpack Giveaw…

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August 10, 2021 at 7:16 PM

We must continue to call for police accountability.

We must continue to call for police accountability. Dear Ward 8 Residents: I am aware of the disturbing video that went viral showing a man being detained by several Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers and being punched repeatedly in the face …

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August 4, 2021 at 3:25 PM

New Date For Back To School Giveway!

New Date For Back To School Giveway! Dear Ward 8 Residents: We have a slight change to the schedule! Our Back to School Backpack Giveaway will take place on:   Saturday, August 21st, at Barry Farm Recreation Center from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.    We are exc…

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July 27, 2021 at 6:44 PM

The Budget First Vote Results Are In!

The Budget First Vote Results Are In! Click To See The Highlights. Dear Ward 8 Residents: Ward 8 has been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, racial inequity, gun violence, and much more. My priority is to ensure that the budget has funding to ref…

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July 21, 2021 at 6:54 PM

Join Us In August For The Back to School Backpack Giveaway

Join Us In August For The Back to School Backpack Giveaway Greetings Ward 8 Residents,  Students are preparing to go back into the classrooms for in-person learning and we want to support them with a fun-filled back to school event.  We are inviting al…

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July 13, 2021 at 6:02 PM

The Ward 8 Health Pop Ups Are Back!

The Ward 8 Health Pop Ups Are Back! Greetings Ward 8 Residents, We are so excited to announce this year's Ward 8 Health Pop-Ups rollout in partnership with the Ward 8 Health Council.  The Ward 8 Health Pop-Ups are in-person community health fairs activa…

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July 10, 2021 at 2:53 PM

Here's What Is Happening This Weekend.

Here's What Is Happening This Weekend. JOIN US THIS WEEKEND AT SOME OF OUR EVENTS! Use the link to register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chat-and-chew-real-estate-brunch-ti…

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June 26, 2021 at 8:29 PM

PEACEBUILD TOWNHALL: Do You Have a Program To Stop Violence in DC?

PEACEBUILD TOWNHALL: Do You Have a Program To Stop Violence in DC? We are collaborating with The Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative and J&J Monitoring for a PeaceBuilding Townhall. We want to meet with organizations and individuals involved…

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June 23, 2021 at 9:13 PM

Join Us In Less Than 1 Hour!

Join Us In Less Than 1 Hour! Discussing Career Opportunities w/ The Hope Project Join Councilmember Trayon White and Raymond Bell, Jr of The Hope Project will discuss the program, its mission, successes. He will be joined by former students who successfully …

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June 23, 2021 at 1:25 PM

Ward 8: We Invite You To A New Career In IT!

Ward 8: We Invite You To A New Career In IT! Join Councilmember Trayon White and Raymond Bell, Jr of The Hope Project will discuss the program, its mission, successes. He will be joined by former students who successfully secured careers in the IT field.  Use…

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June 22, 2021 at 9:19 PM

Career Opportunities Are Coming Your Way

Career Opportunities Are Coming Your Way Join Councilmember Trayon White and Raymond Bell, Jr of The Hope Project will discuss the program, its mission, successes. He will be joined by former students who successfully secured careers in the IT field.  Use the…

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June 22, 2021 at 12:59 PM

Oversight Hearings For DC Library

Oversight Hearings For DC Library Greetings Ward 8 Residents, This week I held a oversight hearing on the DC Public Library. It is a vibrant center of activity for residents and visitors in the nation’s capital.  The DC Public Library offers a number of…

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June 15, 2021 at 4:47 PM

Grants available for gun violence prevention programs

Grants available for gun violence prevention programs Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Black and brown communities have been fighting a pandemic long before the COVID-19 virus showed up. When I called for Mayor Bowser to declare a State of Emergency, we were…

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June 14, 2021 at 9:59 AM

Hearing Schedule For Today.

Hearing Schedule For Today. USE THE LINK TO SEE THE DC COUNCIL CALENDAR:  https://dccouncil.us/events/ USE THE LINK TO SEE THE DC COUNCIL CALENDAR:  https://dccouncil.us…

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June 12, 2021 at 4:53 PM

Click To See This Week's Upcoming Hearings

Click To See This Week's Upcoming Hearings USE THE LINK TO SEE THE DC COUNCIL CALENDAR:  https://dccouncil.us/events/ USE THE LINK TO SEE THE DC COUNCIL CALENDAR:  https…

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June 9, 2021 at 12:04 AM

Support Our Back to School Drive

Support Our Back to School Drive Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Imagine a student starting the school year without a new backpack or even basic school supplies. Many parents will struggle to afford these items when preparing to send their children back to …

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June 3, 2021 at 5:21 PM

Tonight's Meeting Is Cancelled

Tonight's Meeting Is Cancelled Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. Ward 8 Outreach Our ma…

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June 1, 2021 at 5:05 PM

Bowser Presents FY22 Budget & Financial Plan to DC Council

Bowser Presents FY22 Budget & Financial Plan to DC Council Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Last week, the DC Council heard Mayor Muriel Bowser and her team present the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Budget and Financial Plan as part of the District’s annual bu…

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May 25, 2021 at 9:29 PM

SEE YOU AT 6PM!

SEE YOU AT 6PM! CLICK TO JOIN  www.tinyurl.com/MeetDPWandDDOT   Copyright © 2021 Council of the Dis…

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May 25, 2021 at 7:05 PM

Joint Community Meeting with DDOT and DPW

Joint Community Meeting with DDOT and DPW Greetings Ward 8 Residents, My office continues to make attempts to bring our government agencies to the community. Today, May 25th, we will host a joint community meeting with the Department of Public Works and…

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May 20, 2021 at 3:09 PM

SEE YOU AT 6PM!

SEE YOU AT 6PM! WE ARE STARTING AT 6PM! WE ARE STARTING AT 6PM! Register to Attend: www.tinyurl.com/YSPCmeeting Have an event? Fill out this form: www.tinyurl.com/summerprograms8 …

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May 19, 2021 at 1:33 PM

Summer Youth Planning Committee Meets on May 20th

Summer Youth Planning Committee Meets on May 20th Register to Attend: www.tinyurl.com/YSPCmeeting Have an event? Fill out this form: www.tinyurl.com/summerprograms8 …

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May 18, 2021 at 11:40 PM

The Appreciation Reception Is May 27th

The Appreciation Reception Is May 27th Greetings Ward 8 Residents, You may recall that I had planned to host an Appreciation Reception last month for our many sponsors and volunteers. We had to push it back because we wanted to get it right. Happy to an…

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May 12, 2021 at 1:34 PM

DOES Hearing Happening Now!

DOES Hearing Happening Now! Click To Watch: https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1 Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Col…

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May 11, 2021 at 10:49 PM

Here's How We Are Increasing Youth Engagement This Summer

Here's How We Are Increasing Youth Engagement This Summer Greetings Ward 8 Residents,   We are faced with challenges as it relates to youth and young adult services. We understand that the lack of programs and services for our young people is one of the …

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May 10, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Youth Summer Planning Meeting Tonight at 6:30pm.

Youth Summer Planning Meeting Tonight at 6:30pm. It’s the perfect time to think about summer youth activities ! We are calling on the community to participate in the Youth Summer Planning Meeting on May 10th at 6:30pm via Zoom . Non-profit organizations are s…

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May 9, 2021 at 2:19 PM

Happy Mother's Day Ward 8!

Happy Mother's Day Ward 8! Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. Ward 8 Outreach Our mailin…

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May 6, 2021 at 9:55 PM

Youth Summer Planning Meeting This Monday!

Youth Summer Planning Meeting This Monday! It’s the perfect time to think about summer youth activities ! We are calling on the community to participate in the Youth Summer Planning Meeting on May 10th at 6:30pm via Zoom . Non-profit organizations are strongl…

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