Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, D-Ward 1, delivered the following remarks ahead of the vote of the Housing Committee, on which she serves, to approve the Mayor’s proposed RENTAL Act, which addresses TOPA issues, among others.
But even in a difficult budget year, District residents deserve a budget that invests in childcare, early childhood educator pay, affordable housing, social services, and the things that support and power our city.
A Council hearing on Wednesday showcased two visions for the future of the District’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, a bedrock component of tenant rights in the District since 1980.
The bill clarifies and updates the “Nonprofit Fair Compensation Act of 2020” to ensure that nonprofit organizations partnering with the District government are fairly and consistently reimbursed for the full cost of delivering vital services in our communities.
When it comes to a stadium at RFK, it’s a ‘no’ for me. The District cannot afford to spend $1 billion in taxpayer money on a sports stadium for a privately held team, a stadium that will sit dark most days.
A D.C. Council Committee heard public testimony Wednesday on a bill that would boost reward amounts and give greater support to witnesses who give testimony that assists police in solving murder cases.
The future of the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, a bedrock component of tenant rights in the District since 1980, is at risk. Today Councilmember Nadeau is introducing common sense reforms to streamline and modernize TOPA.
Yesterday, federal immigration agents visited H.D. Cooke Elementary School during school arrival time and attempted to detain a staff member there. Many of you have reached out to me and I share your concerns. Thankfully, everyone remained calm and knew their rights. They asked to see a warrant, and when agents could not produce one, the agents left. I commend the quick actions of those who worked to keep our community members safe.
