DC Ward 8 Member of the Council Choose 1
Ward 8 Member of the Council of the District of Columbia (Desplácese hacia abajo para leer en español. Clic en Leer más Read More para español)Duties: Represents citizens from Ward 8The Council’s central role is to make laws for D.C. It is also the chief policy-making body for the city. In addition, Councilmembers responsibilities include responding to constituents’ concerns, oversight of multiple agencies, commissions, boards and other entities of District government. (source: hhttps://dccouncil.us)Term: 4 yearsAnnual Salary: $140,000 (approximately)Concejal de Distrito 8Descripción: Miembro del Consejo del Distrito de Columbia Funciones:Representa los intereses de los ciudadanos de Distrito 8. La función principal del Consejo es elaborar leyes para el Distrito de Columbia. Además, entre las responsabilidades de los miembros del Consejo figuran la supervisión de múltiples organismos, comisiones, juntas y otras entidades del gobierno del Distrito y la respuesta a las inquietudes de los electores.
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Batchelor of Arts (Political Science) University of the District fo Columbia
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Chairperson Advisory Neighborhood 8C
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What are the two most important things Council should do and how will you make them happen?
In addition to passing legislation, councilmembers perform oversight for District agencies. To accomplish this, I would consult quarterly with Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners, civic associations, faith-based institutions, local business owners, senior wellness centers, and other community-based organizations. Then I would draft legislation or amend legislation to fill in any gaps.
As part of my oversight role, I would consistently work with agency directors throughout the year, not just during performance oversight hearings, to understand their needs. As a result, I would work in partnership with them to improve the capacity of programs that are flourishing and to mitigate the negative impacts of initiatives that are underperforming.
How will increase housing that people can afford?
A quick way to add affordable housing is to repair vacant units in buildings operated by the DC Housing Authority. One in four of these units is in such poor condition that it cannot be occupied. Additionally, I would work with the Office of Attorney General to hold property owners responsible for making the critical and necessary repairs that are necessary for a human being to live in a safe and secure environment.
DC is required by Law 24-176 to reduce harmful gases and other toxic emissions caused by DC government activities. What will you do to make sure this happens?
My goal is to work with the Department of Government Services and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to ensure that as new buildings are planned and constructed, their initial plans incorporate this law.
What should the Council do to make sure everyone in the city has reliable, frequent, and safe public transportation?
The council should work with the states of Maryland and Virginia to ensure that WMATA has the necessary funding, especially for low-income communities.
Additionally, we can continue to provide bicycle and scooter sharing options in neighborhoods without train access or with limited bus service.
What do you see as the root causes of crime in DC? What can the Council do to fix the problems?
A lack of access to economic, educational, housing, and food resources has historically been the root cause of crime. Despite the fact that there is still a large gap of access in those areas in the District of Columbia, I would now like to add that there has been a culture of violence that has developed and been built over time via social media, television, music, movies, and popular culture generally. We see this with car stealing video games such as grand theft auto and car stealing challenges via TikTok.
In order to address this issue, the council can use its power and influence to encourage a culture that emphasizes and rewards those young people that choose to do what is right over engaging in nefarious behavior. It is the responsi
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How will increase housing that people can afford?
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DC is required by Law 24-176 to reduce harmful gases and other toxic emissions caused by DC government activities. What will you do to make sure this happens?
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What should the Council do to make sure everyone in the city has reliable, frequent, and safe public transportation?
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What are the two most important things Council should do and how will you make them happen?
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How will increase housing that people can afford?
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DC is required by Law 24-176 to reduce harmful gases and other toxic emissions caused by DC government activities. What will you do to make sure this happens?
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What should the Council do to make sure everyone in the city has reliable, frequent, and safe public transportation?
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What do you see as the root causes of crime in DC? What can the Council do to fix the problems?
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What are the two most important things Council should do and how will you make them happen?
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How will increase housing that people can afford?
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DC is required by Law 24-176 to reduce harmful gases and other toxic emissions caused by DC government activities. What will you do to make sure this happens?
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What should the Council do to make sure everyone in the city has reliable, frequent, and safe public transportation?
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What do you see as the root causes of crime in DC? What can the Council do to fix the problems?
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