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Neighbors,

As we count our blessings and gather with loved ones, I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. The COVID-19 pandemic may have changed the way we traditionally come together, however I am thankful for the way Ward 5 rallied together to serve and give back. Through my annual Thanksgiving Turkey distribution I was able to supply hundreds of turkeys to our seniors and residents in need across Ward 5. I would like to thank all of the amazing volunteers who joined us.

Have a safe and fun filled Thanksgiving.

In Service,

Kenyan
In this issue of the Ward 5 Report:

* Legislative Update
* Kenyan in the News
* Kenyan in the Community
* Small Business Spotlight
* November 28th - Small Business Saturday
* DCPL Facilities Master Plan
* COVID-19 Testing
* Thanksgiving Guidance
* Meal Sites
* Restaurant Guidance
* Indoor Gatherings Guidance



** Legislative Update
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Mayor Bowser Funds Councilmember McDuffie's $100 Million Business Support Grant Legislation ([link removed][UNIQID])


** Kenyan in the News
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* Councilmember McDuffie was quoted in the Washington post ([link removed][UNIQID]) following the launch of a $100 million grant program for hard-hit businesses mirrored after legislation he authored in July.
* Councilmember McDuffie discussed the Diverse Native Washingtonian Commemorative Works Amendment Act of 2020 ([link removed][UNIQID]) withhttps://www.facebook.com/AnnalysaAGayle/?__cft__[0]=AZUMnnll0ilhvR-YKonfb0CHkDH-Cx5Kby4TFx1yuvcluPLoxDKNCnNo29PSdWTYE1bROnPvlq90jFn5Vyn_eTZcISsH8e5FCEefZpGqeIHvlwTtTXw3UKFo9XXH7AkI48k7jeJDs4WQsaI9qzc8BGDJqJdxjybc1c-VY4RkQTgVQ8XMZg2y_qk4mMUKF4_PtG_ncPz7cc0Q6HphVapmlGw5&__tn__=kK-RAnna-Lysa Gayle on ABC 7 News - WJLA.
* Councilmember McDuffie was interviewed by the Washington Post ([link removed][UNIQID]) as he assisted a local non profit provide food to Ward 5 residents in need for Thanksgiving.


** Kenyan in the Community
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** Small Business Spotlight
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In July, Councilmember McDuffie introduced a bill to direct $100M in COVID-19 relief grants to DC local businesses. The mayor funded the bill and announced the Bridge fund—$35M to restaurants, $30M to hotels, $20M to entertainment, and $15M to retail. Hotels can apply now at [link removed][UNIQID] ([link removed][UNIQID])


** November 28th - Small Business Saturday
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On November 28, shops and brands from around the city are coming together for a virtual Small Business Saturday event. To find out how you can click here ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
Looking for small businesses to support along the North Capitol business corridor click here ([link removed][UNIQID].) .
Looking for small businesses to support along the Rhode Island Ave Main Street corridor click here ([link removed][UNIQID]) .
Looking for small businesses to support along the Bladensburg Road Main Street corridor click here ([link removed][UNIQID]) .


** DCPL Facilities Master Plan
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** COVID-19 Testing
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** Thanksgiving Guidance
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** Meal Sites
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** Restaurant Guidance
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** Indoor Gatherings Guidance
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