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Over the last few weeks, the Council has had some serious email issues due to user mailboxes getting compromised. This is a problem that has a big impact. The compromised phished mailboxes send millions of spam messages a day, which clogs up our email system and leads to the Council getting put on “blocklists” for sending spam.

Gmail account holders are the most impacted. Messages to Gmail users from the Council are winding up in the Gmail users spam folders, and some messages may get delayed or rejected. The Council is working with OCTO and Gmail to get off the “blocklists” so that our mail goes through without issue.

If you are expected a response from our office, please check your spam and/or contact our office.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Dear Ward 8 Residents,

Last week, I introduced the Eviction Notice Moratorium Amendment Act of 2020, an amendment that will prevent landlords from using alternative means to constructively evict residents during the COVID emergency eviction prohibition.

Residents cannot be evicted for the duration of the public health emergency plus sixty days; nor can they be charged late fees for the duration of the public health emergency. However, we receive calls from residents that inform us that landlords are threatening eviction and utility disconnection.

This amendment articulates that engaging in retaliatory acts such as decreasing services, harassment, and refusing to renew a lease or rental agreement to force tenants to leave their housing is unlawful.

Renters are encouraged, to the best of their ability, to stay current on rent. Rent increases are also prohibited during the COVID-19 public health emergency plus 60 days.

Be well and be safe,
Trayon White, Sr.
Councilmember, Ward 8
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Bill 23-898 “Eviction Notice Moratorium Amendment Act of 2020” ([link removed])

On September 22, 2020, Councilmember Trayon White introduced the "Eviction Notice Moratorium Amendment Act of 2020." The purpose of this amendment is to prevent landlords from using alternative means to constructively evict residents during the COVID emergency eviction prohibition.

This amendment articulates that engaging in retaliatory acts such as decreasing services, harassment, and refusing to renew a lease or rental agreement to force tenants to leave their housing is unlawful.
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Additional Unemployment Benefits ()
Eligible Claimants May Received Additional $300 Benefit
Since September 25th, eligible unemployment insurance recipients that have self-certified will receive an additional unemployment benefit of $300/week, made available through DC’s participation in the federal Lost Wages Assistance Program.

To Self-Certify:
Beginning September 19, 2020, when you first log in to your Claimant Services portal on www.dcnetworks.org ([link removed][0]=AT0tQmh6F1ks7WiyawvkvWbQYS386Q1SoZhEIEhyVMNjC9FSMKar6b3X3ggIV63rsXTO3UCDnDmCkwnGiqNS56yz8RyXcTzW6vf_t18NyQvO_i7ehxqeUe8GcBBozaBAiYCYPzqBJB6nss1F3yA) , you will be presented with a self-certification question pertaining to LWA. The self-certification can only be completed once, so please review and answer carefully. If you complete the self-certification incorrectly, you will not be able to correct it without the assistance of an agent.

If you are unable to access the Claimant Services portal, please call
(202) 724-7000 and a customer navigation representative will assist you with your self-certification. You may also self-certify in person via a paper form at the front desk of[DEL: our :DEL] Department of Employment Services' headquarters at 4058 Minnesota Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20019.
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On September 25th, Councilmember Trayon White partnered with Ward 8 businesses and other community partners to provide much need resources to our residents.

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On September 25th, Councilmember Trayon White received an update on the Barry Farm redevelopment project. In 2013, the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) and the A&R companies were selected by the DC Housing Authority to provide planning and developer services on this redevelopment.

Watching the Curve ()
Mayor Muriel Bowser released a situational report ([link removed]) for September 28, 2020, that offers updates on students returning to school.

The DC Deputy Mayor for Education (DME) interviewed 18 independent, parochial, and public charter schools that have reopened for varying levels of in-person student learning or support services.

The primary topic areas covered:
§ Supports for Teachers
§ Supports for Families
§ Physical/Social Distancing
§ Facemask Usage and Compliance
§ Hygiene Practices
§ Arrival and Dismissal Processes
§ Daily Health Screenings

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Constituent Services Team Areas of Responsibility
Ward 8 residents experiencing issues or have related concerns with a government agency should email the Constituent Service representative who manages that government agency. For additional questions or concerns, please call our office at 202-724-8045.

Wendy Glenn: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Director, Constituent Services
Department of Employment Services
Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia
DCACL
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Louise Thorne: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Constituent Services Specialist
DC Public Schools
DC Housing Authority
Department of Human Services
Utilities: Pepco, DC Water, Washington Gas
Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Eric Cleckley: [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Constituent Services Specialist
District Department of Transportation
Department of Public Works
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Department of Energy and Environment

For all other constituent services concerns, please contact Wendy Glenn.

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