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  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 21, 2022 at 5:03 PM

DYRS Roundtable : See Time Correction

DYRS Roundtable : See Time Correction March 25, 2022 | 9:00AM *please note corrected time Following the arrest of a DYRS staff person charged with having inappropriate sexual acts against a minor in custody, I am holding a public roundtable to…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 18, 2022 at 3:55 PM

Public Roundtable : We Want To Hear From You!

Public Roundtable : We Want To Hear From You! Sign-Up to Testify | March 24, 2022 at 6:00pm https://tinyurl.com/TestifyFerebee Sign-Up To Testify | March 25, 2022 at 6:00pm https://tinyurl.com/Safet…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 16, 2022 at 8:28 PM

My new bill will improve school attendance

My new bill will improve school attendance Dear Ward 8 Residents: On Friday, March 11th, a public hearing was held to discuss a critical piece of legislation I introduced, B24-0428 - School Attendance Amendment Act of 2021. This legislation seeks to improv…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 15, 2022 at 2:31 PM

Redistricting Committee Meeting, Wednesday March 16th

Redistricting Committee Meeting, Wednesday March 16th Zoom Meeting: March 16, 2022 at 6:00pm Click to attend: https://tinyurl.com/redistrictingWard8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 12, 2022 at 11:37 PM

CM Trayon White's Statement following the arrest of DYRS employee

CM Trayon White's Statement following the arrest of DYRS employee     Council of the District of Columbia Office of Councilmember Trayon White, Sr., Ward Eight   For Immediate Release  March 12, 2022 Contact  Julia Jessie, 202.724.8045  Director of Communic…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 9, 2022 at 4:52 PM

Remembering Mary Cuthbert

Remembering Mary Cuthbert Dear Ward 8 Residents: We are all sad to hear of the passing of Ms. Mary Cuthbert - a true Ward 8 legend.  Mary was as tough as they come. She was fearless and advocated unapologetically for District residents, especially those i…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 2, 2022 at 7:59 PM

Redistricting Meeting Tonight at 6PM!

Redistricting Meeting Tonight at 6PM! Zoom Meeting: March 2, 2022 at 6:00pm Click to attend: https://tinyurl.com/redistrictingWard8 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! Councilmember Trayon White want…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 2, 2022 at 5:59 PM

Mobile voting is safe and secure.

Mobile voting is safe and secure. Efforts to provide voting options beyond in-person balloting have increased over the years to encourage greater turnout.  In February 2020, I introduced the B23-0963 - Voter Mobile App Amendment Act of 2020 to amend the Dis…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 25, 2022 at 2:47 PM

Add these events to your calendar.

Add these events to your calendar. YOUR VOICE MATTERS! Councilmember Trayon White wants to hear from you. Sign-up now to register for the upcoming Zoom webinar for this community meeting. Use this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/Ferebee8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 24, 2022 at 6:15 PM

New hospital is a step towards health equity for ward 8 residents.

New hospital is a step towards health equity for ward 8 residents. Dear Ward 8 Residents:  On Februrary 17th, I joined city officials, Universal Health Services, George Washington University, and Children’s National Hospital for the groundbreaking ceremony…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 16, 2022 at 9:29 PM

Ward 8 Redistricting Meeting Tonight at 6PM

Ward 8 Redistricting Meeting Tonight at 6PM Join the Ward 8 Redistricting Committee Meeting tonight at 6pm with guest speaker, Councilmember Elissa Silverman. Zoom Meeting: February 16, 2022 at 6:00pm Click to attend: https://tinyurl.com/redis…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 16, 2022 at 6:32 PM

Hundreds of ward 8 seniors dialed into the senior tele-townhall.

Hundreds of ward 8 seniors dialed into the senior tele-townhall. Dear Ward 8 Residents: Over the weekend, I hosted our senior tele-townhall. Hundreds of Ward 8 seniors joined the call to hear vital information and supportive services from government offici…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 9, 2022 at 5:27 PM

Residents voice concerns of property renovations at 800 Southern

Residents voice concerns of property renovations at 800 Southern Dear Ward 8 Residents:  I am concerned about the renovation planning and repairs at 800 Southern Avenue Apartments, formerly known as Park Southern. Residents voiced concerns about the propert…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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.…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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. …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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. …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
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…