Greetings Ward 8,

It is that time of year where we determine how effective District agencies are performing through performance oversight hearings. The performance oversight hearings communicate the agency focus, what is essential, and align processes and people with strategic objectives while monitoring progress in executing the strategy.

Performance oversight provides guidelines on how to grow and develop equitably. I will continue to address the needs of the underserved communities by upholding standards that support all residents of the District. There is still more work to do.

Our actions today will prepare us for the upcoming budget season. If we are not organized, we will be reacting rather than leading. As we continue to make strides towards improving these agencies, I am listening to these recommendations from residents and advocating for you. I am proud to serve as the Councilmember for Ward 8 to ensure that we make things happen.

Trayon White, Sr.
Councilmember, Ward 8
Upcoming Hearings
Around the Council

Performance Oversight:

Housing and Neighborhood
Revitalization Hearing

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** On January 28th, Councilmember Trayon White heard witness testimony during the Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization Performance Oversight hearing.
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Around the Ward

Skyland Workforce Development Center
Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary

On January 30th, Councilmember Trayon White celebrated the 5th anniversary of Skyland Workforce Center located on Good Hope Road SE. ⁣

Skyland Workforce Center is a non-profit organization designed to engage individuals, businesses, government, and community-based organizations by serving as a hub for a range of services and opportunities for people working toward self-sufficiency through employment.⁣ Congratulations to Skyland Workforce Center on its 5th anniversary. ⁣

SKYLAND WORKFORCE CENTER⁣
2509 Good Hope Road SE⁣
Washington, DC 20020⁣
[email protected] 202.793.2141
In the Community

Hearing to Maintain
Historical Richness at Barry Farm

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On January 30th, Councilmember Trayon White attended the hearing about the development/restoration plans for the Barry Farm housing development.

Councilmember White agreed with the sentiments spoken by Dr.Sandra Jowers-Barber during the hearing regarding the historical preservation of Barry Farm. "We must continue to fight to preserve our history and be intentional about it," Councilmember White agreed. ⁣

Dr. Jowers-Barber serves as a Historian Member of the Historic Preservation Review Board at The Office of Planning.

Blow Pierce Academy STEM Fair 2020

On January 30th, Councilmember Trayon White enjoyed learning from the students at Blow Pierce Academy during their STEM Fair 2020. The students had a great understanding of their experiments and did an exceptional job of explaining their findings.
In The News


** D.C. Councilmember works to save alternative school slated for closing
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A D.C. Councilmember wants to keep Washington Metropolitan Opportunity Academy open another year, even as top school officials prepare for its closure.

Last week, D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee announced he would close the alternative middle and high school at the end of this academic year amid declining enrollment and poor academic outcomes. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) signed off on the decision.

Councilmembers Brianne K. Nadeau (D-Ward 1) and Trayon White Sr. (D-Ward 8) have said they oppose closing the school. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (D) said in a statement he does not believe it’s “a good idea to overrule the Chancellor in this case.” Most council members have not indicated how they would vote.

Read Full Article In The WashingtonPost.com ([link removed])
Announcements

Please join the Department of Parks and Recreation and the Department of General Services for a community meeting to meet with the architects, provide feedback and begin the design process of the new Congress Heights Recreation Center.

#Subject ([link removed]) : Congress Heights - Community Meeting
#When ([link removed]) : Thursday, February 13, 2020 6:30 PM-8:00 PM.
#Where ([link removed]) : MLK ES - 3200 6th Street, SE
The Office of Councilmember Trayon White has discounted community value vouchers available for Ward 8 constituents who would like to attend Disney on Ice shows at the Capital One Arena.

(1)How to Obtain a Discount Voucher:
To obtain voucher(s)[DEL: :DEL] please fill out the form below.

(2)Where Do I Pick-Up My Voucher Once I have Registered?
Residents will be able to pick-up the discounted voucher at the following:

1350 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Suite 400 ([link removed])
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm

2235 Shannon Place SE ([link removed]) - w/ Security at the Front Desk
Tuesday - Friday 10:00am - 4:30pm
VOUCHERS ARE AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

(3)How Do I Use My Voucher to Purchase Discounted Event Tickets

THESE ARE NOT ADMISSION TICKETS TO THESE EVENTS! This voucher/offer code can be used towards the purchase of each reserved seat . These are NOT TICKETS, they are vouchers that will discount the rate of selected tickets at the Capital One Arena. Take the voucher to the venue office box to purchase.

*****THESE VOUCHERS NEED TO BE USED ASAP BECAUSE THE ARENA ONLY ALLOWS A CERTAIN AMOUNT TO BE USED PER SHOW. *****

Disney on Ice
Friday, February 14, 2020 at 7:30pm
or
Monday, February 17, 2020 at 2:30pm
Voucher /offer code can be used toward purchase of up to one (1) reserved seat at $17 each.
( Add "Up to" 6 vouchers per person while supplies last)


CLICK HERE TO REQUEST A VOUCHER ([link removed])
We are always looking for ways to better serve our constituents. This survey seeks to obtain information that will provide insight on how we are currently serving our constituents and what we can do to make things better. This survey is completely anonymous and will be used for internal purposes only.
Click HERE ([link removed]) to take the feedback survey.
Legislation


** Commission on Poverty Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Commission on Literacy Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Youth Mentoring Initiative Establishment Act of 2018 ([link removed])
Nonprofit Incubator Act ([link removed])
Fare Evasion Decriminalization Act of 2017 ([link removed])
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** Ward 7 and Ward 8 Restaurant Incentive Program Establishment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Children and Youth Vision Screening Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Criminal Record Expungement Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Close Relative Caregivers Subsidies Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Sense of the Council Urging Fair and Equitable Funding for Ward 8 Public Schools Resolution of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Housing Production Trust Fund Affordability Levels Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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** Prohibition of Marijuana Testing Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Hannah Hawkins Way Designation Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Players Lounge Tax Exemption Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Detained Youth Access to the Juvenile Services Program Amendment Act of 2019. ([link removed])
East of the River High-Risk Displacement Prevention Services and Fund Establishment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Local Rental Application Voucher Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Community Input for Hypothermia Shelter Amendment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
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Commission on Recreation Establishment Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Improved Coordination of Mental Health Care for System Involved Youth Act of 2019 ([link removed])
Clarence J. Venable Violence Intervention and Prevention Workers Protection Act of 2020 ([link removed])
Equitable Employment in High Displacement Risk Zone Initiative Act of 2020 ([link removed])


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