Health & Housing Joint Roundtable
2023-12-04 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health & the Committee on Housing will hold a Joint Oversight Roundtable on the following Matter:

Health and Human Services Benefits Enrollment and the DC Access System (DCAS)

Witnesses will be appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings by 5pm on Thursday, November 30, 2023. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.4 CHLTH REVISED DCAS Roundtable Notice 2

Legislative Media Briefing
2023-12-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Wilson Building Room 412, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Office of Chairman Mendelson
Council of the District of Columbia
MEDIA ADVISORY
COUNCIL CHAIRMAN MENDELSON TO HOLD LEGISLATIVE MEDIA BRIEFING
WHO/WHAT:
Council Chairman Phil Mendelson will hold a Media Briefing to preview the Council’s Committee of the Whole and Legislative Meetings scheduled for Tuesday December 5, 2023.
BACKGROUND:
Chairman Mendelson will hold a media briefing to discuss major actions to be taken at this week’s Legislative Meeting and Committee of the Whole meeting.

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

Committee of the Whole Meeting
2023-12-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Committee of the Whole Meeting.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.5.23, COW Agenda_ADDITIONAL

Legislative Meeting
2023-12-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Legislative Meeting.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

December 5, 2023 LEGISLATIVE MEETING Agenda

Public Works & Operations & Executive Administration & Labor Joint Public Hearing
2023-12-06 09:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations & the Committee on Executive Administration & Labor will hold a Joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25- 0319, the “Fairness in Human Rights Administration Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0351, the “Sexual Harassment Investigation Integrity Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0330, the “Office of the Administrative Hearings Jurisdiction Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0432, the “Self Storage Lien Enforcement Modernization Amendment Act of 2023″

The roundtable will have a hybrid format, with the government appearing in person, and public witnesses appearing virtually via the Zoom platform. Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Representatives of organizations will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for oral testimony, and individuals (and any subsequent representatives of the same organizations) will be allowed a maximum of three minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing publicworks@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.06 PWO EAL Hearing Notice on B25-0319, B25-0351, B25-0330, and B25-0432

Facilities & Family Services & Health Public Hearing
2023-12-06 10:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Facilities & Family Services & The Committee on Health will hold a joint Public Hearing on the following Legislation & Matter:

B25-0500, “Alternative Restorative Therapy (ART) Options for Youth Amendment Act of 2023”
Mental Health in the Child Welfare System

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 4, 2023. Testimony is limited
to 3 minutes for individuals and 5 minutes for one representative of a bone fide organization. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation or require sign language interpretation are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five (5) business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please email facilities@dccouncil.gov or contact Sebastian Weinmann at sweinmann@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.6 CFFS Public Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Roundtable
2023-12-06 13:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Matter:

“Academic Achievement in the District”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 4, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact LeKisha Jordan, Senior Policy Advisor, at (202) 724-8137 or ljordan@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.6 COW Rndtble Academic Achievement Oversight Hearing

Transportation & the Environment Additional Committee Meeting
2023-12-06 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Transportation & the Environment will hold an Additional Committee Meeting on the following Legislation:

B25-425, the “Strengthening Traffic Enforcement, Education, and Responsibility (“STEER) Amendment Act of 2023”

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.6 TE Additional Meeting Notice

Health & Committee of the Whole Joint Hearing
2023-12-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health & the Committee of the Whole will hold a Joint Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-287 – Counseling Compact Approval Act of 2023
B25-286 – Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact Approval Act of 2023

Witnesses will be appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for
themselves. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings by 5pm on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require
sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to
fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange,
Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.07 CHLTH COW Joint Hearing Notice copy

Health Public Hearing
2023-12-07 11:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-0545 – Health Occupations Revision General Amendment Act of 2023
B25-0347– Dental Hygiene and Dental Assistants Scope of Practice Amendment Act of 2023
B25-0566 – Behavioral Analyst Licensure Amendment Act of 2023

Witnesses will be appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for
themselves. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings by 5pm on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require
sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to
fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.07 CHLTH Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-12-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-480, the “Addressing Legacies of Housing Segregation in Chevy Chase Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-481, the “Addressing Legacies of Housing Segregation in Rock Creek West Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-482, the “Releasing Restrictive Covenants in Deeds Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Evan Cash, Committee and Legislative Director , at (202) 724-8196 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.8 COW Covenant Legislation

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing
2023-12-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-478, the “Improving Safety and Emergency Response on Transit Corridors Act of 2023”
Bill 25-483, the “Safe Commercial Corridors Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-357, the “Whole Government Response to Crime Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 8. Witnesses who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All others will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.11 JPs B25-478 and B25-483 and B25-537 Hearing Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-12-12 11:30 - 15:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter:

Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy

Those who wish to testify must register at http://www.ChairmanMendelson.com/testify by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes; less time will be allowed if there are many witnesses. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will try to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email bverlin@dccouncil.gov or contact Bijan Verlin, at (202) 724-4865.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.12 COW Truancy and Absenteeism Oversight Hearing

Health Additional Committee Meeting
2023-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health will hold an Additional Committee Meeting on the following Legislation:

PR25-0529: Food Policy Director Caroline Howe Confirmation Resolution of 2023
PR25-0399: Food Policy Council José Funk McDonald Morales Confirmation Resolution of 2023
PR25-0501: Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Tiffany Ferriss Confirmation Resolution of 2023
PR25-0502: Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Sheila Holt Confirmation Resolution of 2023
PR25-0503: Board of Dentistry Dianne Smith Confirmation Resolution of 2023
PR25-532: Board of Dentistry Brittany Harris Confirmation Resolution of 2023
B25-321: Home Visiting Services Reimbursement Act of 2023
B25-419: Childhood Continuous Coverage Act of 2023
B25-0463: Minor Access to Medical Records and Appointments Amendment Act of 2023

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.12 Committee Meeting Notice

Business & Economic Development Additional Committee Meeting
2023-12-13 10:15 - 11:15 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold an Additional Committee Meeting on the following Legislation:

Proposed Resolution 25-0476, the “Real Property Tax Appeals Commission Olufemi Abayomi-Paul Confirmation Resolution of 2023”
Proposed Resolution 25-0484, the “Ridgecrest Court Investor, LLC Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2023”
Proposed Resolution 25-0485, the “Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School Revenue Bonds Project Approval Resolution of 2023”

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.13 CBED Markup Notice

Health, Judiciary & Public Safety & Recreation, Libraries, & Youth Affairs Joint Roundtable
2023-12-13 13:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health, the Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety & the Committee on Recreation, Libraries, & Youth Affairs will hold a joint Oversight Roundtable on the following Matter:

Public Safety & Behavioral Health Services and Support for Youth

The oversight roundtable will have a hybrid format, with the government witnesses appearing in-person, and public witnesses appearing both in-person and virtually using the Zoom
platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. The public should sign up at
https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings. The deadline to sign up is Monday, December 11, 2023, at 5pm. Witnesses who require spoken language interpretation, or require sign language
interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely
requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative
Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.13 CHLTH JPS RDNTBLE Youth PSBH Joint

Health Public Oversight Roundtable
2023-12-14 09:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health will hold an Public Oversight Roundtable on the following Matter:

Maternal and Infant Health: Addressing Coverage, Care, and Challenges in the District

Witnesses will be appearing virtually using the Zoom platform. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings by 5pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.14 CHLTH Maternal Health Roundtable Notice

Business & Economic Development Roundtable
2023-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Business & Economic Development will hold an Oversight Roundtable on the following Matter:

Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Hiring and Promotion Practices and Workplace Culture

Invited witnesses are encouraged to submit the written version of their testimony through the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings. Written testimony will be publicly accessible upon Committee review and be made a part of the official record. The record for this roundtable will close at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2023.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.14 CBED Roundtable Notice

Facilities & Family Services Public Hearing
2023-12-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Facilities & Family Services will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

B25-39, the “Common Ground Amendment Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Testimony is limited to three minutes for individual witnesses and five minutes for one representative of a bona fide organization. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible, but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing facilities@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Will Perkins, Committee Director, at 202-316-7862 or facilities@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

CFFS Public Hearing Notice_B25-39 Common Ground

Executive Administration & Labor Roundtable
2023-12-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Executive Administration & Labor will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Matter:

DC Archives Building Project

Persons who wish to testify are requested to register on the Council’s Hearing Management System (https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings/), or to email the Committee at ceal@dccouncil.gov or telephone the Committee at (202) 724-8198 at least two business days before the hearing and provide their name, address, telephone number, email address, organizational affiliation and title, if any. Each witness will receive an agenda and Zoom link for the hearing in a separate e-mail. Witnesses are encouraged to submit an electronic version of their testimony to ceal@dccouncil.gov. Oral testimony will be limited to 5 minutes for those testifying on behalf of an organization and 3 minutes for those testifying on behalf of themselves.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.14 EAL RNDTBL DC Archives Roundtable - Final Notice

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing
2023-12-15 13:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-196, the “Ronald ‘Ron’ Austin Memorial Park Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-346, the “Lee Elder Way Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-349, the “Jesse Mitchell Way Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-415, the “Robert L. Yeldell Way Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-533, the “St. Luke’s Way Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-534, the “Annie’s Way Designation Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-535, the “Pastor John W. Davis Way Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-542, the “Sladen’s Court Designation Act of 2023”
Bill 25-559, the “Blue & White Marching Machine Way Designation Act of 2023”

Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Evan Cash, Committee and Legislative Director , at (202) 724-8196 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.15 COW HRNG Street Names

Committee of the Whole Meeting
2023-12-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Committee of the Whole Meeting.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.19.23 - COW Agenda_REGULAR

Legislative Meeting
2023-12-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Legislative Meeting.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

December 19, 2023 additional LEG agenda

Committee of the Whole Public Hearing (RECONVENED)
2023-12-19 15:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
*This hearing was originally convened on December 12, 2023*
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Hearing on the following Matter:

Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy

Those who wish to testify must register at http://www.ChairmanMendelson.com/testify by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes; less time will be allowed if there are many witnesses. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will try to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email bverlin@dccouncil.gov or contact Bijan Verlin, at (202) 724-4865.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.19 COW Reconvened Truancy and Absenteeism Oversight Hearing

Judiciary & Public Safety Public Hearing (RECONVENED)
2023-12-20 12:00 - 14:30 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
*This hearing was originally convened on December 11, 2023*
The Committee on the Judiciary & Public Safety will hold a Public Hearing on the following Legislation:

Bill 25-478, the “Improving Safety and Emergency Response on Transit Corridors Act of 2023”
Bill 25-483, the “Safe Commercial Corridors Amendment Act of 2023”
Bill 25-357, the “Whole Government Response to Crime Act of 2023”

The Committee invites the public to testify. Those who wish to do so must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 10:00 a.m. on
Friday, December 8. Witnesses who represent organizations will have 5 minutes to speak. All others will have 3 minutes to speak. Witnesses will have the option to testify in person or virtually; witnesses should specify which option they are electing at the time they sign up to testify.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.20 JPS B25-478 and B25-483 and B25-537 Hearing Notice RECONVENED

Committee of the Whole Public Roundtable
2023-12-20 14:00 - 17:30 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Legislation:

PR 25-542, the “Ombudsperson for Children Petrina Jones-Jesz Appointment Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-543, the “District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission Marie Johns Reappointment Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-507, the “District of Columbia Sentencing Commission Joel Caston Appointment Resolution of 2023”

The purpose of the roundtable is to receive testimony from public witnesses as to the fitness of these appointees. Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Christian Washington, Special Counsel, at (202) 724-8083 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.20 COW OFC JNC Appointments HN v2 (REVISED NOTICE)

Public Works & Operations Additional Committee Meeting
2023-12-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Public Works & Operations will hold an Additional Committee Meeting on the following Legislation:

B25-0005, the “Uniform Commercial Code Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-0282, the “Housing Subsidy Contract Stabilization Amendment Act of 2023”
B25-412, the “Litter Control Amendment Act of 2023”

Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.21 Notice of PWO Additional Meeting

Committee of the Whole Public Roundtable (RECONVENED)
2023-12-21 14:00 - 16:30 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
*This roundtable was originally convened on December 20, 2023*
The Committee of the Whole will hold a Public Roundtable on the following Legislation:

PR 25-542, the “Ombudsperson for Children Petrina Jones-Jesz Appointment Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-543, the “District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission Marie Johns Reappointment Resolution of 2023”
PR 25-507, the “District of Columbia Sentencing Commission Joel Caston Appointment Resolution of 2023”

The purpose of the roundtable is to receive testimony from public witnesses as to the fitness of these appointees. Those who wish to testify must register using the Council’s Hearing Management System at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/hearings by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2023. Testimony is limited to four minutes. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding by emailing cow@dccouncil.gov. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. Witnesses will receive instructions on how to participate by Zoom prior to the hearing. If you have additional questions, please contact Christian Washington, Special Counsel, at (202) 724-8083 or cow@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

12.21 COW OFC JNC Appointments HN v2 (RECONVENED) v2 (REVISED RECONVENED)

Health Public Oversight Roundtable
2024-01-04 10:00 - 18:00 | Virtual Meeting Platform, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The Committee on Health will hold a Public Oversight Roundtable on the following Matter:

DC Health Grant to Children’s School Services to Staff School Health Suites

Public witnesses will be given the option to present in-person or virtual testimony. DC Health and Children’s School Services will testify in person. Public witnesses will have 5 minutes to speak if they are representing an organization, and 3 minutes if they are speaking for themselves. Please note that depending on the length of the list, the amount of time to testify will vary. The public should sign up at https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings by 5pm on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Witnesses who anticipate needing spoken language interpretation, or require sign language interpretation, are requested to inform the Committee office of the need as soon as possible but no later than five business days before the proceeding. We will make every effort to fulfill timely requests, although alternatives may be offered. Requests received in less than five business days may not be fulfilled. If you have additional questions, please email Ashley Strange, Legislative Assistant at astrange@dccouncil.gov.
Watch Live:
– On the Council site, at https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1
– On the OCTFME site, at https://bit.ly/2JNZIro
– On TV, Channel 13 or 18
Witness list & testimony (if applicable/available):
– In the Hearing Management System, at https://bit.ly/3ZIRIQD

1.04 CHLTH RNDTBLE School Health Suites Roundtable Notice

Legislative Media Briefing
2024-01-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Wilson Building Room 412, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
Office of Chairman Mendelson
Council of the District of Columbia
MEDIA ADVISORY
COUNCIL CHAIRMAN MENDELSON TO HOLD LEGISLATIVE MEDIA BRIEFING
WHO/WHAT:
Council Chairman Phil Mendelson will hold a Media Briefing to preview the Council’s Committee of the Whole and Legislative Meetings scheduled for Tuesday January 9, 2024.
BACKGROUND:
Chairman Mendelson will hold a media briefing to discuss major actions to be taken at next week’s Legislative Meeting and Committee of the Whole meeting.
