WARD 1 UPDATE
Hello Neighbors:
I am passionate about Ward 1 and could not be prouder to be your Ward 1 Councilmember. I will always advocate for our ward, our residents, and especially the most vulnerable of our neighbors.
With the two-year Council Period 25 coming to a close, I’m excited to share with you some of what we’ve accomplished. Watch your inbox next week for my 2024 Progress Report – a look back at how we worked to enhance road safety, build more affordable housing, expand violence prevention programs, and more.
The New York Times featured our fight to hold Empower accountable. There’s a reason that the completely unregulated ride-hailing company operating illegally in D.C. is so cheap: riders are not protected and may be putting themselves at risk. My investigation continues as we work to keep people safe, and the District Attorney General continues to pursue court action.
Last week, Councilmembers voted unanimously to recommend that the D.C. Council expel Councilmember Trayon White for violations of the D.C. Code and D.C. Council Rules, presenting a serious threat to the public trust. Serving on the Council is a privilege and a solemn responsibility, demanding the highest standards of personal and professional conduct. The full Council will hold a hearing in January and take a final vote shortly after. Read my full remarks.
As we prepare for 2025, I’m excited for the start of a new Council Period, full of new opportunities and challenges to make Ward 1 and the District even more vibrant, livable, and equitable.
To follow along in the new year, come join us on BlueSky.
COUNCIL UPDATES |
Council passes two bills to crack down on road safety violations
We’re taking action against cars with fake tags, that often drive (and park) dangerously with no consequence. And food delivery vehicles that double park, drive dangerously, and interrupt traffic.
The Council, at its final legislative meeting of the year, gave final passage to two bills I introduced that would increase safety on D.C. roads.
The first gives the Department of For-Hire Vehicles enforcement and regulatory authority over food and parcel delivery services, especially enforcement of traffic laws, to ensure that carriers-for-hire are accountable to the rules of the road.
The second bill would allow DPW parking enforcement to immediately tow and impound vehicles with counterfeit or obscured license plates and temporary tags. Premeditated reckless driving is often associated with vehicles that have counterfeit tags, making this legislation even more urgent as one of the tools we can employ to make our roads safer for residents and visitors.
BRIANNE IN WARD 1 |
Girl Scouts came to testify on my bill to ceremonially name “Girl Scout’s Way”. Girl Scouts always lead the way! I know because I’m a lifelong Girl Scout and a Brownie troop leader. I’m looking forward to making the street naming official next year. Good job girls!
Thanks WMATA for bringing the holiday bus to Columbia Heights!
COMMUNITY UPDATES |
Leaf collection season
It’s time for the second pass.
- Call 202-671-LEAF (5323)
- Stay informed: Track progress on the MyDPW App
- Visit http://dpw.dc.gov/leaf
IN THE NEWS |
WASHINGTON POST
Inside D.C.’s struggle to rein in ticket scofflaws
NEW YORK TIMES
A Ride-Hailing Start-Up in Washington Tries to ‘Out-Uber Uber’
WASHINGTON POST
D.C. wants to regulate delivery drivers. Companies are pushing back.
ABC7
New law aims to curb reckless moped deliveries in DC streets, sparks industry backlash
AXIOS
D.C. escalates crackdown on dangerous drivers
CALENDAR |
Council Winter Recess
December 23 – January 1, 2025
Our offices will be closed December 25 to January 1.
Council Swearing-In Ceremony
Thursday, January 2, 9:30 am | Washington Convention Center
Newly elected and re-elected members of the Council will be sworn in for their new term.
Legislative Meeting
Tuesday, January 7, 12 pm | online and in-person
Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1A
Wednesday, January 8, 7 pm | online
Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1C
Wednesday, January 8, 7 pm | online
Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1B
Thursday, January 9, 6:30 pm | online
Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1D
Tuesday, January 14, 7 pm | online and in-person
Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1E
Tuesday, January 22, 7 pm | online
CONTACT US |
Brianne K. Nadeau | Councilmember | [email protected]
Ariel Ardura | Committee Director | [email protected]
Abigail Boshart | Legislative Aide | [email protected]
Amanda Chulick | Legislative Analyst | [email protected]
Jerry Clark | Constituent Services Specialist | [email protected]
David Connerty-Marin | Communications Director | [email protected]
Kara Dunford | Communications Specialist | [email protected]
Estelle McKinney | Constituent Services Specialist | [email protected]
David Meni | Deputy Chief of Staff & Legislative Director | [email protected]
Maricela Nava | Deputy Chief of Staff & Scheduler | [email protected]
