10 years. 3.6 million books. 103,000+ DC children served. 📚 Books from Birth started as the first law I passed — and today it’s helping nearly 31,000 kids build home libraries across DC. Proud to celebrate this milestone with @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social today!

"We're a city on two rivers," @cmcharlesallen.bsky.social reflects on today's Ward 5 Wave. Following the devastating environmental impact of the Potomac Interceptor collapse, CM Allen shares updates and what is ahead for the region as we work to restore our waterways. Tune in! 👉🏾 ward5.us/podcast

Today's hearing just started. Tune in to the conversation here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd4E...

Yes, your utility bills are higher. No, it's not just because it's been cold. Great reporting by @51st.news: 51st.news/dc-pepco-bills-increase-this-winter

Friday, CM Allen will chair the Cmte on Transportation & the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing (public witnesses) for the Public Service Commission and the Office of the People’s Counsel. Both are new to the committee, & you can plan to watch here: buff.ly/0M4jhD8

Today's hearing just started. Tune in: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4Ua...

Looking forward to Saturday!

Thursday, CM Allen will chair the Cmte on Transportation & the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing for gov witnesses on: @doeedc.bsky.social DC Sustainable Energy Utility Green Finance Authority Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency You can watch the conversation here: buff.ly/0M4jhD8

You’re invited to our next office hours! 🍩 ☕️ CM Allen and our team will be at Good Company Doughnuts (1000 4th St. SW) from 8:30-10 a.m. on Friday, March 6. You can stop by with a question, share feedback, or just say hello. Please RSVP, & we’ll see you there! charlesallenward6.com/officehours0306

Electric bills keep rising — and solar can help lower costs. But connecting panels in DC can take 2+ months and sometimes comes with surprise charges of $20K or more. The GRID Act from CM Charles Allen aims to fix the process. ⬇️

New bill alert! Councilmember Charles Allen has introduced the GRID Act to speed up Pepco’s solar approvals, reduce delays and unexpected costs, and help DC residents lower their electric bills — including allowing plug-in, balcony solar systems. Learn more: charlesallenward6.com/gridact

When Julia Fiedler saw that a crosswalk was needed, she went to write her ANC Commissioner. Only, there wasn't one. But there is now! Yesterday, CM Allen swore her in as the new Commissioner for ANC 6E04 after a special election. She joins other great public leaders who volunteer to serve Ward 6.

Today's Performance Oversight Hearing just started. Watch the conversation here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKWg...

Friday, CM Allen will chair the Cmte on Transportation & the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing (public witnesses) on: @doeedc.bsky.social Sustainable Energy Utility Green Finance Authority Commission on Climate Change & Resiliency Tune in here: www.youtube.com/@councilmemb...

Spent the morning at the monthly Block-by-Block meeting – a resident-led gathering of DCHA resident council presidents from across DC – sharing updates on a range of city issues, including the upcoming budget and ongoing maintenance and construction needs. (1/2)

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Friday, CM Allen will chair the Cmte on Transportation & the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing (public witnesses) on: • doeedc.bsky.social • DC Sustainable Energy Utility • DC Green Bank • Commission on Climate Change & Resiliency Sign up to testify by 5 p.m. 2/18: buff.ly/NNaasLa

Today's Performance Oversight Hearing for DDOT (government witnesses) has started: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcuK...

Wishing a peaceful and meaningful Ramadan to all in Ward 6 and across DC who are observing. May this month bring reflection, generosity, and time with loved ones. Ramadan Mubarak. – Team Allen

Latest update on the Potomac River sewer spill: repairs are underway, but environmental cleanup could take months. 🚫 Avoid contact with the river for now 💧 Drinking water remains safe Hear straight from CM Allen on what happens next 👇 youtu.be/3DxX1rukPtM

CM Allen will chair the Committee on Transportation and the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing for DDOT (government witnesses only) on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 9:30 a.m. You’ll be able to tune in here: www.youtube.com/@councilmemb...

Today's Committee of the Whole Meeting has started 👇

Middle School and HS lottery angst. Why? We have amazing destination middle schools in #Ward6! Not to mention the pride of Capitol Hill, Eastern HS! Meet the principals and hear about the programming + extra-curriculars. Tues, Feb 24 @ 7pm us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @cmcharlesallen.bsky.social

The DC Council will hold a Committee of the Whole Meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 11 a.m. Here's how to watch & see the agenda: dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch...

Happy Valentine's Day, Ward 6! – Team Allen

After nearly a decade of advocacy, Cobb Park is partially open! 🌳 Starting today, the 2nd St NW gates are open sunrise to sunset — with paths, an open field, and a playground ready to go. More to come this spring, but for now: enjoy!

On Monday, Feb. 16, the District Government will observe the Presidents Day holiday. While some services will be affected, many District employees will continue serving to maintain essential District operations: mayor.dc.gov/release/modi...

Some Mardi Gras fun comes to Barracks Row this evening! www.barracksrow.org/event-detail...

Today's Performance Oversight Hearing on the Department of Motor Vehicles has started. Tune in here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSKP...

"This resolution would cause significant uncertainty and chaos, but not for the federal government. The chaos would all be placed on D.C. It would change the rules in the middle of the game," says @alsobrooks.senate.gov. "It would [also] have a damaging effect on D.C.’s bond rating."

CM Allen will chair the Committee on Transportation and the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing for the Department of Motor Vehicles on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 9:30 a.m. You'll be able to tune in here: www.youtube.com/@councilmemb...

We spent the morning at the Potomac spill site, where elevated levels of E. coli, MRSA, and other bacteria pose a serious health concern for our region. Your drinking water is safe. Contact with the river water may not be right now. More from CM @charlesallen 👇

Trash and recycling are still not back on schedule — and I know how frustrating that is. I’ve been in direct contact with the Mayor, the City Administrator, and DPW to push for urgent fixes. Now, ~ 80 seasonal leaf collection workers are being reassigned to full-time trash collection. More 👇

How's everyones @transpobingo.bsky.social week going? There's still time to fill those squares!

The Mayor-Council breakfast just started. The discussion will be around the budget formulation for fiscal year 2027. You can watch the live stream here: mayor.dc.gov/live

Thank you again for getting this resolved. Happy to report the intersection has been cleared!

Happy to be part of & help lead tonight's meeting on the future of the SW Farmers Market, which has grown to be a beloved part of the neighborhood. The abrupt closure of the lot at 4th and M is frustrating, but we will find a new home for the market as soon as possible.

It’s important to find joy where we can, and this weekend, Mardi Gras fun is popping up all around the ward: 🎺 Barracks Row: Friday, Feb. 13, 5:30–7 p.m. 🥁 H Street NE: Sunday, Feb. 15, noon–7 p.m. 🎆 The Wharf: Sunday, Feb. 15, 3–7 p.m. Details: buff.ly/k9QHLR7 – Team Allen

CM Allen will chair the Committee on Transportation and the Environment’s Performance Oversight Hearing for the Department of Motor Vehicles on Thursday. Sign up to testify by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb.10: lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2133

Heard from a lot of neighbors about these mountains of ice plowed into the intersection of 13th & D St NE yesterday morning. It’s wrong to do this; it’s dangerously blocking crosswalks and bus routes. I’ve spoken with DDOT & DPW and they are sending crews today to haul away.

Trash collection is the #1 issue hitting my office right now, and it’s no surprise. It’s piling up in my own alley. I’m pushing DPW to get this fixed. In the meantime, leave your cans out until they’re collected. DPW hopes to catch up this weekend and be back on schedule next week.

CM Allen met w/ residents at Museum Square, where a 10-story building has been without a working elevator for two months. It’s completely unacceptable. He’s working with DOB, @dcattorneygeneral.bsky.social, & the Fire Marshall on immediate fixes + exploring legislative solutions to protect tenants.

Start your day with us tomorrow!

Happy #RosaParksDay and #TransitEquityDay! Metro is honoring the legacy of Rosa Parks today with a reserved seat on every bus and train. We celebrate her courageous impact on public transportation and the pursuit of equality for all. Learn more here: wmata.com/about/news/M...

🎂 TODAY marks 10 years of Books from Birth! A decade ago, after CM Allen’s first bill passed at Council, this program launched to make sure every DC child can grow up with books in their home. (1/2)

Look out, folks — they’re at it again. Congress could overturn DC’s local tax laws this week, threatening DC’s Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit, causing months-long delays in tax refunds, and costing us $690M over four years. More from CM Allen:

Thanks to all the neighbors and to the BIDs like Capitol Hill and Southwest, who are breaking through this "snowcrete" and making areas more accessible! It really does take all of us.

Quick legislative recap from CM Allen: Get updates about a new elementary school name on the way, cleared the way for speed governors to go on speeding cars, and better access to prevention meds. ⬇️ youtu.be/mKEIOJCp4bk

Northeast Ward 6 residents! ANC 6A has a special election this Saturday to fill two seats on the commission. If you live in 6A01 or 6A02, have your voice heard by voting between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at 1300 H St. NE. (1/2)

If Congress were to overturn DC’s tax code, it would be reversing *tax cuts* for DC working families struggling to pay the bills and removing funding for DC’s Child Tax Credit. Maybe not a surprising move for them, but it's important to highlight.