Nadeau Introduces Resolution Opposing Federal Immigration Raids – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
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Legislation from Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau calls for an end to raids targeting Central American refugee youth and families
WASHINGTON – Following ongoing raids in the Washington area by Federal immigration authorities, Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau introduced legislation today that calls for an end to the targeting of Central American refugee youth and families. The Sense of the Council Resolution details the ongoing humanitarian crisis in countries such as El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras, and the serious dangers refugees face upon their forced return.
D.C. Street Harassment Task Force Will Help Make D.C. Streets Safer, Collect Important Data – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Legislation from Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau follows Council’s first-ever hearing on the subject late last year
WASHINGTON – Following the moving testimony of District residents in the Council’s first-ever hearing on street harassment, Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau introduced legislation today establishing a task force to collect important data and recommend training and policy changes to help make DC streets safer by reducing harassment. The legislation is the result of collaboration with Collective Action for Safe Spaces and was co-introduced by Councilmembers David Grosso (I-At Large), Anita Bonds (D-At Large), and Charles Allen (D-Ward 6) and cosponsored by Councilmember LaRuby May (D-Ward 8).
Bill Gives DC Agencies New Powers to Collect From Negligent Landlords – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Legislation from Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau will hold landlords accountable for temporary relocation costs due to poor maintenance
WASHINGTON – The Attorney General and the Office of the Tenant Advocate will get new powers to hold landlords accountable for temporary relocation costs due to poor maintenance under legislation introduced today by Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau. The bill was co-introduced by Councilmember Elissa Silverman (I-At Large) and cosponsored by Councilmembers Anita Bonds (D-At Large), Charles Allen (D-Ward 6) and Yvette Alexander (D-Ward 7).
New Legislation Will Formalize DC Interscholastic Sports Management, Oppose Offshore Drilling – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Legislation from Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau will help protect environment, ensure good management of school sports programs
WASHINGTON – Two pieces of legislation introduced today in the D.C. Council will formalize the management of interscholastic sports in the District, and will oppose offshore oil and gas development in the region, including the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The legislation was introduced by Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau.
Final Ward 1 Snow Update – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Crews made a lot of progress in the ward yesterday and last night, but we know not every street has been cleared yet. Many of those remaining streets will be addressed today, though I’ve been told by the snow team that a small handful may not be addressed until late this evening. All of the major arterials are clear.
Even though this was an historic snowfall for the District, I understand and share the frustration of residents who are still waiting for snow to be cleared. Throughout the storm, I have been doing everything I can as a Councilmember to help direct resources where they’re needed. I am in regular contact with the Mayor. Her team is very aware of the fact there are streets that still need attention in Ward 1. I will continue pushing until all streets in the ward are clear.
Tuesday Ward 1 Snow Update – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
After walking around the Ward yesterday to help with shoveling and to talk with neighbors, and after driving around neighborhoods this morning, I’m disappointed to report that the plows did not make much progress on our residential blocks in Ward 1 yesterday. The Mayor has 600 people working on the streets from all across the country. The National Guard is here. I can confidently say we have brought all the available resources to the table. And yet, I know that many of you are still stranded at home, probably ticked off that you can’t get your car out or that there are snow drifts making the sidewalks difficult to navigate. The residential plows are out, but they are sloooow. And if they would only give me one to drive around…
Snowzilla Progress Report – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Thanks to everyone for remaining patient. I know that those of you who haven’t been plowed out must be very frustrated. I cannot emphasize enough that with a storm of this magnitude it is going to still take more time not only to plow but to remove all the snow. Across the region we’re all coming back online, incrementally. Frankly, the freezing temperatures are not helping, and we’re all looking forward to 40 degree weather tomorrow to help with the melt.
According to HSEMA, this is actually the most severe storm we’ve had in the region since the 1922 storm that led to the collapse of the Knickerbocker Theatre in Adams Morgan. Whereas storms like Snowmaggedon stopped intermittently giving time to clear in between, this one was relentless with continuous snowfall for 36 hours. Oy.
Ward 1 Sunday Snow Update – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
The historic storm is behind us and now the District is digging out. I just got off the phone with the Mayor to discuss the District’s response. Here’s what you should expect today.
Snow Info – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
We’re less than 24 hours from what looks to be a major snow storm. Here’s what you should know, including parking restrictions and trash pickup changes.
Nadeau Letter on National Zoo Closing Hours – Office of Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
Responding to resident concerns about new National Zoo closing hours, Ward 1 DC Councilmember Brianne Nadeau sent a letter today requesting zoo officials begin a conversation about how to maintain pedestrian access while still respecting concerns about safety and security. The full letter is below.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/293932389/Nadeau-Letter-on-National-Zoo-Closing-Hours
