Ward 1 Update: Budget of 1000 cuts
Even in a difficult budget year, District residents deserve a budget that invests in childcare, high quality schools, public safety, affordable housing, and social services—the things that support and power our city.
Ward 1 Update: A frustrating and significant delay
After weeks of delay and uncertainty, the Mayor has finally submitted her Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal to the District’s Chief Financial Officer. We now expect the proposal to come to the Council the week of May 26 for us to begin our budget oversight process and analysis.
Ward 1 Update: Not the right investment
The Commanders have a rich history and a years-long cultural legacy. But the fact remains that the District cannot afford to spend $1 billion in taxpayer money on a sports stadium for a privately held team.
Ward 1 Update: More. Affordable. Housing.
It’s been a busy month as I’ve pushed to ensure a path to safe and affordable housing for every District resident. Far too many of our residents struggle with excessive housing costs, and I recently introduced two bills to address our housing needs.
Ward 1 Update: Waiting on a Budget
Things are strangely quiet right now because we are waiting on the U.S. House of Representatives to fix the D.C. budget mess they created in the Continuing Resolution they passed in early March.
Ward 1 Update: Direct and unique impact
We’re in the middle of one of the busiest and most important times in the legislative calendar: performance oversight. This is the Council’s chance to ask the people who run the agencies and offices we oversee to answer key questions.
Act now: Stand up for D.C.’s budget
Allow D.C. to continue spending at already approved FY25 levels and vote against any CR that hurts the District.
Ward 1: Question time
We’re in the middle of one of the busiest and most important times in the legislative calendar: performance oversight. This is the Council’s chance to ask the people who run the agencies and offices we oversee to answer key questions.
Ward 1 Update: What do we need to do to reach our potential?
We’re in the middle of one of the busiest and most important times in the legislative calendar: performance oversight. This is the Council’s chance to ask the people who run the agencies and offices we oversee to answer key questions.
Ward 1 Update: One giant step
Protecting the environment has always been a core value for me and important to my work.
