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  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
June 9, 2021 at 12:04 AM

Support Our Back to School Drive

Support Our Back to School Drive Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Imagine a student starting the school year without a new backpack or even basic school supplies. Many parents will struggle to afford these items when preparing to send their children back to …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
June 3, 2021 at 5:21 PM

Tonight's Meeting Is Cancelled

Tonight's Meeting Is Cancelled Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. Ward 8 Outreach Our ma…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
June 1, 2021 at 5:05 PM

Bowser Presents FY22 Budget & Financial Plan to DC Council

Bowser Presents FY22 Budget & Financial Plan to DC Council Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Last week, the DC Council heard Mayor Muriel Bowser and her team present the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Budget and Financial Plan as part of the District’s annual bu…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 25, 2021 at 9:29 PM

SEE YOU AT 6PM!

SEE YOU AT 6PM! CLICK TO JOIN  www.tinyurl.com/MeetDPWandDDOT   Copyright © 2021 Council of the Dis…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 25, 2021 at 7:05 PM

Joint Community Meeting with DDOT and DPW

Joint Community Meeting with DDOT and DPW Greetings Ward 8 Residents, My office continues to make attempts to bring our government agencies to the community. Today, May 25th, we will host a joint community meeting with the Department of Public Works and…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 20, 2021 at 3:09 PM

SEE YOU AT 6PM!

SEE YOU AT 6PM! WE ARE STARTING AT 6PM! WE ARE STARTING AT 6PM! Register to Attend: www.tinyurl.com/YSPCmeeting Have an event? Fill out this form: www.tinyurl.com/summerprograms8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 19, 2021 at 1:33 PM

Summer Youth Planning Committee Meets on May 20th

Summer Youth Planning Committee Meets on May 20th Register to Attend: www.tinyurl.com/YSPCmeeting Have an event? Fill out this form: www.tinyurl.com/summerprograms8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 18, 2021 at 11:40 PM

The Appreciation Reception Is May 27th

The Appreciation Reception Is May 27th Greetings Ward 8 Residents, You may recall that I had planned to host an Appreciation Reception last month for our many sponsors and volunteers. We had to push it back because we wanted to get it right. Happy to an…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 12, 2021 at 1:34 PM

DOES Hearing Happening Now!

DOES Hearing Happening Now! Click To Watch: https://bit.ly/2ooL0l1 Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Col…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 11, 2021 at 10:49 PM

Here's How We Are Increasing Youth Engagement This Summer

Here's How We Are Increasing Youth Engagement This Summer Greetings Ward 8 Residents,   We are faced with challenges as it relates to youth and young adult services. We understand that the lack of programs and services for our young people is one of the …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 10, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Youth Summer Planning Meeting Tonight at 6:30pm.

Youth Summer Planning Meeting Tonight at 6:30pm. It’s the perfect time to think about summer youth activities ! We are calling on the community to participate in the Youth Summer Planning Meeting on May 10th at 6:30pm via Zoom . Non-profit organizations are s…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 9, 2021 at 2:19 PM

Happy Mother's Day Ward 8!

Happy Mother's Day Ward 8! Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. Ward 8 Outreach Our mailin…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 6, 2021 at 9:55 PM

Youth Summer Planning Meeting This Monday!

Youth Summer Planning Meeting This Monday! It’s the perfect time to think about summer youth activities ! We are calling on the community to participate in the Youth Summer Planning Meeting on May 10th at 6:30pm via Zoom . Non-profit organizations are strongl…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
May 4, 2021 at 8:13 PM

We'd Like To Thank You!

We'd Like To Thank You! Greetings Ward 8 Residents,   Throughout the four years I have been the Ward 8 Councilmember, we have hosted several annual events to support the needs of Ward 8 residents.    To make these events possible, we rely on the charitab…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 27, 2021 at 6:07 PM

New Changes For DC In Phase 2 COVID-19 Modifications

New Changes For DC In Phase 2 COVID-19 Modifications Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the following modifications to Phase Two which go into effect on Saturday, May 1.  Non-Essential Retail The indoor capacity limit for non-es…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 21, 2021 at 7:04 PM

Public Safety Meeting Tonight at 6:00pm!

Public Safety Meeting Tonight at 6:00pm! Register Here: tinyurl.com/safeward8 Copyright © 2021 Council of the Dist…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 20, 2021 at 9:24 PM

We Fought to Remove The Burden of Parking Ticket Penalties.

We Fought to Remove The Burden of Parking Ticket Penalties. Greetings Ward 8 Residents, In 2017, we fought to remove the burden of parking ticket penalties for District drivers. I introduced legislation that would remove traffic and ticket enforcement p…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 13, 2021 at 8:47 PM

Significant Updates Were Made To The Comprehensive Plan

Significant Updates Were Made To The Comprehensive Plan Greetings Ward 8 Residents, There are significant updates to the Comprehensive Plan (Comp Plan). The significant changes included in the update fall into five broad categories: COVID-19, housing, e…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 7, 2021 at 3:54 PM

Thursday's Public Safety Meeting Is Cancelled.

Thursday's Public Safety Meeting Is Cancelled. Please be advised. Thursday's Public Safety Meeting has been cancelled. New date coming soon.   …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 6, 2021 at 4:12 PM

Tips To Improve Your Finances In April!

Tips To Improve Your Finances In April! Greetings Ward 8 Residents, April is financial literacy month. Financial literacy is a fancy way to learn how to manage your everyday finances. Financial literacy is essential and includes everything from setting …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 5, 2021 at 2:45 PM

Dept. of Human Services Town Hall Today at 6PM!

Dept. of Human Services Town Hall Today at 6PM! Take a look Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/DHStownhall8 Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/HOACondo8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 4, 2021 at 4:01 PM

Happy Resurrection Sunday!

Happy Resurrection Sunday! Register Now To Attend: tinyurl.com/DHStownhall8 Register Now To Attend: tinyurl.com/HOACondo8 Register Now To Attend: tinyurl.com/sa…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
April 2, 2021 at 7:56 PM

Here's What Is Happening Next Week!

Here's What Is Happening Next Week! Take a look Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/DHStownhall8 Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/HOACondo8 Use the lin…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 30, 2021 at 8:48 PM

Faith Leaders Met About Public Safety

Faith Leaders Met About Public Safety Greetings Ward 8 Residents, Last night, we met with the Faith-Based community on the issue of Public Safety. We heard from faith leaders that they would like to see some of the following included in the Public Safety…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 29, 2021 at 5:40 PM

Public Safety Meeting With Faith-Based Organizations Tonight!

Public Safety Meeting With Faith-Based Organizations Tonight! Register Now To Attend: tinyurl.com/safeward8 Sign Up Here: tinyurl.com/frontline8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 26, 2021 at 8:36 PM

Faith Based Organizations: Join Us To Talk Public Safety.

Faith Based Organizations: Join Us To Talk Public Safety. Register Now To Attend: tinyurl.com/safeward8 Sign Up Here: tinyurl.com/frontline8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 23, 2021 at 1:26 PM

Let's Celebrate The Contributions of Women

Let's Celebrate The Contributions of Women Greetings Ward 8 Residents, March is Women's History Month. In 1981 Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28, which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982, as "Women's History …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 16, 2021 at 3:47 PM

More Youth-Led Initiatives Will Increase Public Safety

More Youth-Led Initiatives Will Increase Public Safety Greetings Ward 8 Residents,  We continued our Public Safety engagement session last night and heard from youth & students on ways to improve  safety and in our Ward and throughout the District. W…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 8:21 PM

TONIGHT! Join us at 6pm.

TONIGHT! Join us at 6pm. Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/SafeWard8 Copyright © 2021 Council of the Distr…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 15, 2021 at 4:04 PM

Public Safety Talk w/ Youth & Students

Public Safety Talk w/ Youth & Students Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/SafeWard8 Copyright © 2021 Co…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 12, 2021 at 7:46 PM

Calling All Youth & Students ...

Calling All Youth & Students ... Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/SafeWard8 Copyright © 2021 Council …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
March 12, 2021 at 4:08 PM

We Want To Hear From Youth & Students

We Want To Hear From Youth & Students Use the link to register now: tinyurl.com/SafeWard8 Copyright © 2021 Cou…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 1:59 PM

Mayor Bowser Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis

Mayor Bowser Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis Pledging $15 million to a new initiative aimed at decreasing violence in targeted neighborhoods. Dear Ward 8 Residents,  I have called our city leaders to see gun violence as a public health emer…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 16, 2021 at 3:38 PM

Performance Oversight Will Take Place All Month

Performance Oversight Will Take Place All Month Dear Ward 8 Residents,  Last week, we completed a second round of discussion for residents and nonprofit organizations that requested more access to resources and grant information. I am pleased with the t…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 11, 2021 at 3:29 PM

Nonprofit Meeting Tonight@7:30pm!

Nonprofit Meeting Tonight@7:30pm! Ward 8 requested more in-depth discussions to understand how to start a non-profit or apply for funding with their existing non-profit. Join tonight's meeting at 7:30pm to learn more. Use the link below to register. …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 9, 2021 at 5:31 PM

Residents Need Equity & Equality.

Residents Need Equity & Equality. Dear Ward 8 Residents, The District of Columbia is doing reasonably well financially. Still, the sad reality is that there are residents in the District who do not feel the city's growth and prosperity. We have to do…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 10:29 PM

See You In 1 Hour : All Hands On Deck!

See You In 1 Hour : All Hands On Deck! CLICK TO REGISTER: tinyurl.com/budgetmeeting8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 7:16 PM

We Need All Hands On Deck Tonight.

We Need All Hands On Deck Tonight. CLICK TO REGISTER: tinyurl.com/budgetmeeting8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 3, 2021 at 3:46 PM

Community Conversation Tonight at 6:30pm

Community Conversation Tonight at 6:30pm CLICK TO REGISTER: tinyurl.com/budgetmeeting8 …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
February 2, 2021 at 3:07 PM

Demanding Action For Ward 8 Gun Violence & Homicides

Demanding Action For Ward 8 Gun Violence & Homicides     Quick Links Need a Test? Get a Test: Learn more about COVID-19 testing sites Vaccination Registration: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/vaccinatedc Hospital Coming to Ward 8: See Plans for New Ho…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 25, 2021 at 9:39 PM

Learn More About Re-Opening DC Public Schools

Learn More About Re-Opening DC Public Schools     Quick Links Need a Test? Get a Test: Learn more about COVID-19 testing sites Vaccination Registration: https://coronavirus.dc.gov/vaccinatedc Hospital Coming to Ward 8: See Plans for New Hospital Behi…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 21, 2021 at 5:21 PM

Reminder: Hearing on DCPS Re-opening at 1pm!

Reminder: Hearing on DCPS Re-opening at 1pm!   JOIN THE HEARING! Please see the hearing notice for the Committee of the Whole’s upcoming public hearing on: Re-Opening District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) The hearing is scheduled for …
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 19, 2021 at 7:03 PM

Re-Opening District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)

Re-Opening District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)   JOIN THE HEARING! Please see the hearing notice for the Committee of the Whole’s upcoming public hearing on: Re-Opening District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) The hearing is sched…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 18, 2021 at 10:18 PM

Honoring Dr. King

Honoring Dr. King Dear Ward 8 Residents, Today we honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We commemorate this great American leader that paved the way for us to have the opportunities that we enjoy today. His speeches sti…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 12, 2021 at 6:07 PM

New Year, New Outlook.

New Year, New Outlook. Dear Ward 8 Residents, We turned the corner into 2021. After such a turbulent year, I am sure we are all grateful to have made it around that corner.  A new year means new beginnings and a fresh start. We must allow ourselves to vi…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 6, 2021 at 2:25 PM

CM Trayon White Questions Double Standards For Extreme Right-Wing Groups

CM Trayon White Questions Double Standards For Extreme Right-Wing Groups Copyright © 20…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
January 1, 2021 at 12:59 PM

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! Copyright © 2021 Council of the District of Columbia, All rights reserved. Ward 8 Outreach Our ma…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
December 28, 2020 at 7:12 PM

We're Closed Until Jan 4th!

We're Closed Until Jan 4th! [CLICK TO WATCH] Ward 8 Toy Giveaway 2020 Restaurant Bridge Fund 🚨FUNDING ALERT | Restaurant Bridge Fund - Deadline Dec 28th @ 5pm!!! The Restaurant Bridge Fund aims to provide competitive grant…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
December 15, 2020 at 3:07 AM

Defaced Mural Agreed To Be Restored

Defaced Mural Agreed To Be Restored Dear Ward 8 Residents, This week, a mural was defaced by a staff member at a Washington Highlands convenience store. This act of disrespect came as a surprise to community leaders as an agreement had been made with th…
  Councilmember Trayon White, Sr. · [email protected]
December 11, 2020 at 4:52 PM

Apply For Housing Grants Now!

Apply For Housing Grants Now! Mayor Bowser's Housing Stabilization Grants Application Deadline is Today! Emergency Rental Assistance Application https://octo.quickbase.com/db/bfpwsjvi2?a=nwr&fbclid=IwAR0LcDcoomu7fEMCaH_8WppvjumQkX3zI8__…