WASHINGTON — In response to shootings last night in the Park View neighborhood, Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau released the following statement:
“This is a terrible thing that happened in our community, despite all the additional attention and resources we’ve brought to this location over the past few weeks including more police presence in the immediate area. This increased visibility and deployment will continue. An investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the shootings is encouraged to contact MPD at (202) 727-9099.
Today, Councilmember Nadeau introduced the Land Disposition Transparency Act of 2015, which will make the details of our land deals more transparent by posting them online and providing more details about the process. Co-introducers include Chairman Phil Mendelson and Councilmembers David Grosso, LaRuby May, Mary Cheh, Charles Allen and Elissa Silverman.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/271559757/Land-Disposition-Transparency-Act-of-2015
WASHINGTON — In response to shots fired this afternoon at the park located at 15th and Girard Streets NW, Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau released the following statement:
"I can only imagine how upsetting this was for residents, especially families with children in the area.
"Immediately following this incident I spoke with the director of Parks and Rec, who relayed to me what steps they took to keep the children safe, and also what MPD is doing to pursue those involved. As weather gets nice over the summer we’ve noticed an uptick in these incidents and are working
Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne Nadeau introduces bill to increase DCRA fines
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Contact: Tom Fazzini, [email protected], office: (202) 724-8180, mobile: (202) 262-8998
WASHINGTON — A bill introduced today in the DC Council would increase fines for shoddy home repairs, poor construction, condemnation, and vacant properties. The bill from Ward 1 DC Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau doubles these fines from the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs and then ties them to inflation. The bill also clarifies that DCRA can use its authority to issue multiple fines for repeat violators.
Today, Councilmember Nadeau submitted her feedback to the DC Zoning Commission about the proposed changes to R-4 townhouse zoning and "pop-ups." Read her letter after the jump.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 22, 2015
Contact: Tom Fazzini, [email protected], office: (202) 724-8180, mobile: (202) 262-8998
WASHINGTON — The proposed merger of PEPCO and Exelon raises serious concerns for ratepayers and could deal a setback to District renewable energy investments according to a letter sent today by Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau to the Public Service Commission, which is tasked with reviewing the deal. Nadeau sent the letter after reviewing all submitted testimony and hearing from a large number of constituents
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, May 15, 2015
Contact: Tom Fazzini, [email protected], office: (202) 724-8180, mobile: (202) 262-8998
WASHINGTON — The DC DMV should work with regional bicycling advocates to send information to all registered drivers about being mindful of bike lanes and the shared responsibility for safety, according to a letter sent from Ward 1 DC Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau today, National Bike to Work Day.
Legislation will help redevelopment of 64 units of affordable housing at the Maycroft
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 14, 2015
Contact: Tom Fazzini, [email protected], (202) 724-8180
WASHINGTON — Fulfilling a commitment to affordable housing, today Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau introduced and secured passage of emergency legislation along with Council Chairman Phil Mendelson that would help move forward the redevelopment of 64 affordable housing units as well as ground floor support services space at the Maycroft (1474 Columbia Rd. NW). The legislation will provide an exemption that allows
First bill from Councilmember Nadeau will expand BEGA authority, close loopholes and give it more resources to hold government and lobbyists accountable
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2015
Contact: Tom Fazzini, [email protected], (202) 724-8180
WASHINGTON –Three years after the creation of an independent ethics board for the District, a new bill introduced today will expand its authority, close loopholes and give it more resources and power to hold lobbyists, government employees and public officials accountable for breaking the rules. The Ethics Reform Amendment Act of 2015 is the first bill introduced by Ward 1 Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau
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