Initial observations on the Mayor’s FY25 budget proposal
Earlier this week, the Mayor presented the Council and the city with one of the most difficult budgets in recent years. Revenues are expected to slow, while the needs continue to rise. The challenge is to accommodate the first without ignoring the other. My colleagues and I and our talented staff have begun the process […]
Arena Deal Will Boost Downtown and Future Revenue
The deal provides an opportunity to ensure strong access to transit, improvements to the neighborhood, and labor agreements that will ensure good jobs.
Ward 1 Update: Budget season, take two
Buckle up! It’s going to be an even busier budget oversight season than usual.
Looking Back to the FY 2024 Budget
Because we have not yet received the budget for fiscal year 2025 – which begins October 1, 2024, it seems like a good time to look at some of the key investments I made throughout Ward 1 in this year’s budget and how they are being implemented.
Revised Sound Bills Would Protect Venues, Musicians, and Renters/Homeowners
Create shared responsibility for an environment of quality housing, healthy music, and harmonious neighborhoods.
Ward 1 Update: We can do both.
We can address underlying societal issues and combat criminal activity.
FY25 Budget Priorities and Challenges
Progressive policy, fiscal responsibility, and economic growth can be achieved all at once, as long as we have the right approach, do good work, and have some courage.
Bruce Monroe Project Moves Forward
After seven years in federal court, we can finally move forward with hundreds of units of affordable, beautiful, dignified housing units and a community park at the site of the former Bruce Monroe School.
Crime Appears to be Going Down; It’s Not Enough
Reflecting on the decline in crime rates, it’s clear that many entities have played a role. Here are some of the things, in multiple agencies, that have taken place since last summer.
Council Adds Homicide Closure Measure to Secure DC Bill
Nadeau amendment requires evaluation of witness assistance programs to support testimony leading to convictions
