Dear Ward 8 Residents,

This has been an interesting year, to say the least. We have endured some unforeseen lows managing the public health pandemic however, we continue to battle the hurdles along the way.

This year, as we move into the holiday season, I am pleased to announce that we will continue the holiday tradition by hosting our annual Ward 8 Wide Turkey Giveaway for Thanksgiving. To make this possible, we are calling on the support of the small business community, non-profit organizations and government agencies. We have a goal to feed 1,500 families this year.

All organizations that are looking to become a sponsor can CLICK HERE ([link removed]) . For residents looking to sign-up to receive a turkey, stay tuned, more details are forthcoming.

Be well and be safe,
Trayon White, Sr.
Councilmember, Ward 8


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Around the Council ()
On October 5th, Councilmember Trayon White introduced the Voter Mobile App Amendment Act of 2020 ([link removed]) . This is an amendment to the District of Columbia Election Code of 1955 for the purpose of clarifying that voting by mobile application in elections is permitted.

This measure is not intended to take effect prior to the November 2020 election. Instead, it is being proposed as an alternate means of voting for District residents in future elections.
Announcements ()
There Is Still Time To Complete Your Census ()
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Congress Heights Small Area Plan ()

The Congress Heights Small Area Plan has been recommended as part of the DC Comprehensive Plan Amendment ([link removed]) and will be developed with a social and racial-equity focus. This equitable development plan will address community issues such as: public space; housing access; economic development and retail; transportation and connectivity; socio-economic resiliency; and pandemic recovery.

If you would like to learn more about this planning effort, please visit the project website ([link removed]) .
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Watching the Curve ()

For more information on the District’s response, visit coronavirus.dc.gov ([link removed]) .

Click to read the Mayor's Order 2020-103 ([link removed]) .
Tuesday, October 13, 2020

(Washington, DC) – The District’s reported data for Monday, October 12, 2020 includes 46 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 16,068.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 637 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

Visit coronavirus.dc.gov/data ([link removed]) for interactive data dashboards or to download COVID-19 data.
Who to Contact in Constituent Services? ()
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
ERCPCP/ACC Faith Leaders

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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