New Header

 

John A. Wilson Building

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004

 

Phone: (202) 727-2643
Email: [email protected]

Chief of Staff:
Tomás Talamante <[email protected]>

City Administrator:
Kevin Donahue <[email protected]>

Director of the Mayor's Office of Legal Counsel:
Eugene Adams <[email protected]>

Senior Advisor:
Lindsey Parker <[email protected]>

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Affairs:
Lamont Carey <[email protected]>

Director of Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services:
Phil Thomas <[email protected]> <[email protected]>

Scheduling Requests:
mayor.dc.gov/page/invite-mayor [ [link removed] ]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


February 6, 2026

Letter from the Mayor

Dear Washingtonians,  

This weekend, we are expecting some dangerously cold temperatures as well as high winds. Temperatures will drop significantly overnight Friday into Saturday, with wind chills falling as low as negative 10 degrees. That said, please continue calling the Shelter Hotline if you see someone who is outside and might need free, accessible transportation to shelter; you can request the Shelter Hotline by dialing 311 or by calling 202-399-7093.

Now, even though these conditions can make it seem like summer is a long ways away, we do want to make sure two application deadlines are on your radar:

*Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program application deadline: Friday, March 6 * 

For 47 years, the Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP) has represented our commitment to young people in DC – a promise of opportunity, mentorship, and a paycheck earned through hard work. When I came into office, we expanded the program and made it available to more young adults.  

This summer, thousands of young people ages 14–24 will take part in paid jobs and workforce training across the city. In addition to encouraging young people to apply, I also encourage employers across the District to become MBSYEP hosts.  

Applications for MBSYEP and host employers can be found at summerjobs.dc.gov [ [link removed] ].   

*Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) summer camp lottery deadline: Monday, February 16* 

And for our families with younger children, the DPR summer camp lottery is also open. DPR summer camps are popular with families and for good reason: they provide safe, engaging, and enriching camp opportunities for children ages 3–13 at more than 50 locations across all eight wards.  

The summer camp lottery is now open and closes Monday, February 16. After the lottery closes, DPR rosters for each camp will be randomly selected. Families will receive their lottery results starting on February 17. Families can register for the summer camp lottery at dprsummercamp2026.splashthat.com [ [link removed] ].  

Stay safe and warm this weekend. 

Sincerely, 

Muriel Bowser
In This Week's Newsletter:

* Next Week: 3rd Annual Red, White, & You [ #link_4 ]
* Save the Date: National Girls and Women in Sports Day Expo [ #link_3 ]
* DC Businesses Encouraged to Get RFK-Ready [ #link_1 ]
* #BeDowntown: 37th Annual Black Film Festival Series [ #link_2 ]
* Trash Collection Update [ #link_5 ]

Next Week: 3rd Annual Red, White, & You
Red, White, and You

Join Mayor Bowser and the DC Department of Aging and Community Living for Red, White, & You, a special Valentine’s event for DC seniors. Featuring music, dancing, and food, this gathering brings older residents together to strengthen connections and highlight how valued and loved our seniors are this Valentine’s Day and beyond.  


* *When:* Wednesday, February 11 at 11:00 a.m.
* *Where:* Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Panorama Room, 1600 Morris Road SE
* *RSVP to Red, White, & You  [ [link removed] ]*

Back to Top [ #gd_top ]

Save the Date: National Girls and Women in Sports Day Expo
Power of Play

Celebrate strength, confidence, and community at DPR’s Annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day Expo! Join DPR for a fun day of sports, hands-on activities, and connections with inspiring athletes. There will be more than 20 vendors and plenty of chances to move, learn, and play! 


* *When:* Saturday, February 14 at 10:00 a.m. 
* *Where:* Kenilworth Recreation Center, 4321 Ord Street NE 
* *RSVP to National Girls and Women in Sports Day Expo [ [link removed] ]*

Back to Top [ #gd_top ]

DC Businesses Encouraged to Get RFK-Ready
Are you RFK Ready

DC businesses: Are you RFK-ready? As the redevelopment of the RFK campus moves forward, now is the time to prepare for upcoming contracting opportunities. The project will include a new stadium for the Washington Commanders, housing, retail, and entertainment, creating many opportunities for local companies.  

Business owners are encouraged to apply now to become a Certified Business Enterprise [ [link removed] ] (CBE) so they can compete for District contracts. This historic investment will create jobs, strengthen the local economy, and help DC businesses play a key role in shaping the future of RFK. 


* *Learn more about RFK opportunities and upcoming events [ [link removed] ]*

Back to Top [ [link removed] ]  

#BeDowntown: 37th Annual Black Film Festival Series
37th Annual Black Film Festival Series

Celebrate Black storytelling and cinematic excellence at the 37th Annual Black Film Festival, part of DC Public Library’s Tuesday Night Movies Series. This weekly series invites adult audiences to experience powerful films in a shared, welcoming space. 


* *When: *Tuesdays through March 3 at 6:30 p.m.
* *Where: *MLK Library, 5th Floor Auditorium, 901 G Street NW 
* *Learn more about the 37th Annual Black Film Festival* [ [link removed] ]*   *

Back to Top [ #gd_top ]

Trash Collection Update
Trash updates

The Department of Public Works has resumed trash, recycling, and food waste collections. If your trash or recycling was not collected on your scheduled day, please leave your bins out, as missed collections are being prioritized. If materials have not been collected within two days, residents should report the issue to 311. 

*Updates as of Friday afternoon: *

"Frontside Collection: "
DPW has completed most Monday through Thursday frontside collections and began Friday frontside collection on the normal schedule. Over the weekend, crews will address any missed trash routes.  

"Alley Clearing: "
Bobcats have cleared a path through most Monday and Tuesday collection alleys. Crews are currently working through Wednesday and Thursday alleys. Over the weekend, they will address Friday alleys and focus on any trouble spots that may require extra attention.  

"Alley Collections: "
Wednesday alley collections are ongoing today. Crews will work through the weekend to reach Thursday and Friday alley collections and return to alleys that were missed earlier in the week due to icy conditions.

Back to Top [ #gd_top ]




Mayor Muriel Bowser

John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW | Washington DC, 20004

(202) 727-2643

[email protected] | mayor.dc.gov [ [link removed] ] | @mayorbowser

 



________________________________________________________________________

DC Flag [ [link removed] ]
STAY CONNECTED: Visit us on Facebook [ [link removed] ] Visit us on X [ [link removed] ] Instagram Logo [ [link removed] ] linkedin Logo [ [link removed] ]  Visit us on YouTube [ [link removed] ] [ [link removed] ]  Sign up for email updates [ [link removed] ]
Questions? Contact Us [ [link removed] ]

SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: We are Washington DC [ [link removed] ]      Manage Preferences [ [link removed] ]  |  Unsubscribe [ [link removed] ]  |  Help [ [link removed] ]      

________________________________________________________________________

This message has been sent by the District of Columbia · Washington, D.C. 20004 GovDelivery logo [ [link removed] ]

body .abe-column-block { min-height: 5px; } table.gd_combo_table img {margin-left:10px; margin-right:10px;} table.gd_combo_table div.govd_image_display img, table.gd_combo_table td.gd_combo_image_cell img {margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px;} table.govd_hr {min-width: 100%;} p, li, h1, h2, h3 { overflow-wrap: normal; word-wrap: normal; word-break: keep-all; -moz-hyphens: none; -ms-hyphens: none; -webkit-hyphens: none; hyphens: none; mso-hyphenate: none; }