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Council Passes Two Bills to Crack Down on Road Safety Violations 

One allows immediate towing of vehicles with fake tags and obscured license plates; the other strengthens enforcement of food delivery vehicles.

Council Approves Sound Bills

The bills will enhance soundproofing in new homes, protect venues and musicians, and create a mechanism for turning down loud amplified sound

On the recommendation to expel Councilmember Trayon White

Today, December 16, the Ad Hoc Committee 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. Councilmember Nadeau made the following remarks.

Fighting fake tags & dangerous driving

Ward 1 Update: Finally, we can do something about cars with fake tags driving (and parking) dangerously with impunity.

Pushing OUC on technology issues

I've been pushing the Office of Unified Communications over the past several months over its systemic and technology-specific issues that are resulting in delayed and incorrect responses to 911 emergencies.

Washington Post: Inside D.C.’s struggle to rein in ticket scofflaws

Council member Brianne K. Nadeau (D-Ward 1), who oversees the [the Department of Public Works], says she has been trying to shift its priorities to bad drivers over bad parkers.

Council Passes Two Bills to Crack Down on Road Safety Violations 

One allows immediate towing of vehicles with fake tags and obscured license plates; the other strengthens enforcement of food delivery vehicles.

Council Approves Sound Bills

The bills will enhance soundproofing in new homes, protect venues and musicians, and create a mechanism for turning down loud amplified sound

Bill to provide more equitable justice system at the Office of Human Rights passes Committee

A key vote last Thursday, November 21 in the Committee on Public Works & Operations advanced legislation that would provide a fairer and more equitable justice system at the Office of Human Rights.

Statement on Order for Empower to Cease Operations

Empower is a ride-hailing company and must follow the rules of ride-hailing companies. What’s most important here is that riders and drivers will be protected from the unscrupulous practices of a business that thought it should be unaccountable to anyone.

Council Passes Soundproofing Legislation to Protect Venues, Musicians, and Renters/Homeowners

Today the D.C. Council passed legislation that sets soundproofing standards for new residential construction in mixed-use corridors and entertainment districts. The legislation, introduced by Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, D-Ward 1, protects the vibrant musical and cultural history of neighborhoods while giving relief to the residents who appreciate that culture, and also seek reasonable protections from excessive sound.

Bills to Enforce Fake Tags and Regulate Food Delivery Pass Committee

A key vote on Thursday moved forward legislation that would allow immediate towing and impoundment of vehicles with counterfeit or obscured license plates.

On the recommendation to expel Councilmember Trayon White

Today, December 16, the Ad Hoc Committee 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. Councilmember Nadeau made the following remarks.

Supporting the Educators who Support our Kids

We have been legislating wider access to early childhood education for years now, and we are going to have to continue doing it until it is fully implemented.

Hearing on Violence Interruption Office: They Need a Vision and a Plan

The Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety heard hours of testimony Monday on how the Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is managing the violence interruption programs under its responsibility, in light of the recent bribery allegations that implicated Life Deeds, one of the contractors. Councilmember Nadeau attended the hearing to ask questions and to emphasize that problems with one contractor should not be seen as an indictment of all violence interruption programs and contractors.

Remarks on Changes to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program

I’ve long fought for affordable housing in Ward 1 and the District, which makes the ERAP situation extremely painful.

Nadeau Opening Statement at Sexual Harassment Hearing 

Remarks on the Final Vote of the FY 2025 Budget

Yes, this was a difficult year. And we were handed a difficult budget. I’m proud of the work this Council has done to make an unpalatable budget better.

Fighting fake tags & dangerous driving

Ward 1 Update: Finally, we can do something about cars with fake tags driving (and parking) dangerously with impunity.

A visit to OUC

The center is in trouble and unfortunately this administration hasn’t made it a priority, even after numerous dangerous incidents and people waiting for many minutes when calling 911. This visit will help guide the oversight I do to demand answers and put us on a path forward to fixing the systemic issues.

Live from Columbia Road, it’s better bus service

DDOT is installing bus and bike lanes and new bus platforms along Columbia Road from 16th Street to Connecticut Ave. The project improves bus service on one of the busiest stretches of road in the District.

Demanding answers from OUC, recalibrating ERAP & Zero Waste DC 

Council will return from recess on Monday, September 16, and my staff and I have been preparing for the restart of legislative meetings. Here’s what to watch for when Council is back in session.

Pressing for robust transit & action at 911 call center

This week the Council voted unanimously to renew emergency and temporary legislation that would allow retired firefighters to take jobs as 911 call takers and dispatchers without financial penalty to their retirement benefits. This is an important tool in recruiting more employees to the severely understaffed agency.

Fall Preview

Council will return from recess on Monday, September 16, and my staff and I have been preparing for the restart of legislative meetings. Here’s what to watch for when Council is back in session.

Pushing OUC on technology issues

I've been pushing the Office of Unified Communications over the past several months over its systemic and technology-specific issues that are resulting in delayed and incorrect responses to 911 emergencies.

DBH Community Meeting on Proposed Columbia Heights Stabilization Center

The Department of Behavioral Health and partners recently held a community meeting on the proposed Columbia Heights stabilization center. It was an opportunity to hear from DBH leadership about plans for the center and ask questions.

Visit to DC’s 911 Call Center (OUC)

I made an unannounced visit and took a tour of the center along with staff from Councilmember Pinto's and my offices and saw what the operation looks like, how calls are handled, and the staffing.

Remarks on Changes to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program

I’ve long fought for affordable housing in Ward 1 and the District, which makes the ERAP situation extremely painful.

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.

An All-Hands-On-Deck Moment

Remarks before the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee regarding the Mayor's proposed Addressing Crime Trends (ACT) Now Act

Stay connected with Councilmember Nadeau's office

Adams Morgan Day Festival on 18th Street near Florida Avenue, NW. Photo by Elvert Barnes.

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