Dear Ward 8 Residents,

Our Earth Day Clean-Up was a huge success.

We kicked off our community clean-up initiative on the corner of Good Hope Road SE and 16th Street SE. Our teams removed trash and drug paraphernalia and eliminated debris to improve the public space along the street.

We understand the importance of creating a safe, clean, and well-light community. Reclaiming these neglected territories, in turn, make the community safer for everyone.

Our next community clean-up will take place in Bellevue. More details about this event will follow. If you are interested in participating, visit [link removed]. For more information about this initiative, contact Kimberly Harper at 202-724-8045.

Peace and love,

Trayon White, Sr.
Councilmember, Ward 8

The Commission focuses on and addresses issues affecting Ward 8's LGBTQ community. We are seeking new members to help organize and promote acceptance of LGBTQ community diversity and shape policies to build more inclusivity. If you are interested in joining this commission, please email: Julia Jessie at [email protected] or call 202-724-8045.
In honor of Second Chance Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness around the barriers created for individuals with criminal records, the Juvenile Services Program within D.C.’s Public Defenders Service is hosting the Second Chance, Second Hand event. We will be providing juvenile record sealing consultations. Also, our partners at School Justice Project will be holding an education legal clinic to provide legal services and advice about high school special education rights. The event will take place Saturday, April 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at The Big Chair.

In partnership with several local organizations, the event will also feature free lunch, a mutual aid market (clothing and children’s items), free backpacks, free books, and youth activities!
SGA Students Tour The Wilson Building With Councilmember White.
April 24, 2023

The Office of Councilmember Trayon White enjoyed meeting the students from Friendship Tech Prep a part of the Student Government Association at the Wilson Building.

The students learned more about how the DC Council works on behalf of District residents and ways Councilmember White advocates for Ward 8 residents.

AKA Day at the Wilson Building.
April 25, 2023

This year, AKA Day returned to the Wilson Building for an in-person, all-day event focused on legislation and policy.
Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha met with Councilmember Trayon White to present their legislative agenda and to hear from Councilmember White regarding his priorities–allowing for direct and meaningful engagement.

They closed their day of service by hosting a panel discussion on maternal health and youth suicide in the black community.

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** RYLA Budget Oversight Hearing on
DC Public Library
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On Thursday, April 13, the Committee on Recreation, Libraries and Youth Affairs held their final budget oversight hearing, this time for DC Public Library.

Most of the hearing was centered around three issues: the renovation of Southeast Library and its closing for two years without a temporary replacement, the renovation/potential reconstruction and moving of Shepherd Park Library and the need for a library on Kennedy Street in Northwest.

Residents were upset that Southeast Library will not have a replacement while it is closed for renovations and do not like the thought of having to go to Northeast Library as a potential replacement. They want something in the neighborhood.

Shepherd Park Library needs to be renovated, but DCPL has mentioned building a whole new library on Walter Reed's new project. Shepherd Park residents are unhappy for several reasons, especially since the new library is expected to be 5,000 square feet smaller and that Walter Reed will be private property.

Ward 4 residents have spoken out that they wanted to renovate Shepherd Park Library AND build a library to serve Brightwood Park/Manor Park. However, DCPL stated that they wanted to build ONE library and it is to replace Shepherd Park Library on Walter Reed's campus. Brightwood Park and Manor Park residents support a renovation of Shepherd Park, primarily where it currently sits, but want a library in their own neighborhood, specifically on 5th and Kennedy Streets, NW.


** Finalized Budget Oversight Hearing Schedule
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Committee on Recreation, Libraries and Youth Affairs


** All hearings will stream live at:
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The Lockridge Baseball Field Gets a Spring Clean.
April 15, 2023

Councilmember Trayon White joined in on the refurbishing of the Lockridge field. The event was WC Smith's' annual community day. On April 15th, 12 years ago, WC Smith dedicated the field in honor of William O. Lockridge for his commitment to public service.

The crews cleaned the debris around the field and the creek and built and painted a batting cage and 2 dugged outs.

Senior Spa Day at Fort Stanton Recreation Center
April 19, 2023

Councilmember Trayon White’s Constituents Service team joined seniors at Fort Stanton Recreation Center for an all-inclusive spa day. Attendees enjoyed resource vendors, free haircuts and hairstyling, manicures, and recreation activities.
Van Ness Elementary School Has Indoor Beach Party
April 14, 2023

Councilmember Trayon White’s Constituents Service team joined Van Ness Elementary School students for an indoor "beach party" to prepare them for Spring Break and read spring reading.
Van Ness Elementary School Has Indoor Beach Party
April 12, 2023

Councilmember Trayon White’s Constituents Service team joined 1D MPD and the River Front BID at the Miracle Theater in Capitol Hill to address traffic and safety concerns of Ward 8 residents of the Navy Yard.
D.C. Police Chief Robert J. Contee III is planning to retire, D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) announced in a statement Wednesday evening, as federal lawmakers increasingly turn their attention to public safety in the city and violent crime is on the rise.

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