Tomorrow, 3PM Hearing - Strengthening Tenant Receivership and Oversight for Neighborhood Growth (STRONG) Homes Amendment Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2358

Watch live now Hearing - Lottery Preference for Families Impacted by School Closures Amendment Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2333

Watch live now Hearing - Education Continuity for Students in the Care of D.C. Amendment Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2340

The state of my Wordle play has improved #DCStatehood

Tomorrow, 4PM Hearing - Lottery Preference for Families Impacted by School Closures Amendment Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2333

Tomorrow, 1PM Hearing - Education Continuity for Students in the Care of D.C. Amendment Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2340

I think the “Independence Day” sequel hit a little too close to home

On this date in 1908, the Municipal Building (later called the District Building, currently known as the John A. Wilson Building) was dedicated. It is our city hall, statehouse, and county seat.

On this day when the rest of the US celebrates the end of "Taxation without Representation," we in DC think "It must be nice!" #July4th   #DCStatehood

From one underdog to another, we relish seeing a mighty fight with a titan

Council Approves RESALE Act, Regulating Ticket Sales and Capping Ticket Resale Prices dccouncil.gov/council-appr...

Fireworks work except when they don’t: On July 4, 1908, a plummeting fireworks shell destroyed the grandstand at the grand opening ceremonies for the District (Wilson) Building

On this date in 1964, President Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act. 3 people to LBJ’s left is Walter Fauntroy, then the Washington director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. He later served on the appointed DC Council & as DC’s Delegate to Congress.

Watch live now Hearing - Utility Rates and Ratemaking Amendment Act - Exploring Policy Solutions to Improve Utility Affordability https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2380

Watch live now Hearing - Medical Cannabis Retailer Craft Preparation Endorsement Act - Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Act - Medical Cannabis Process Improvement Act - Medical Cannabis Beverage Product Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2357

He could…go…all…the…way!

Tomorrow, 1PM Hearing - Utility Rates and Ratemaking Amendment Act - Exploring Policy Solutions to Improve Utility Affordability https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2380

Tomorrow, Noon Hearing - Medical Cannabis Retailer Craft Preparation Endorsement Act - Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Act - Medical Cannabis Process Improvement Act - Medical Cannabis Beverage Product Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2357

Watch live now Roundtable on Confirmations - Public Employee Relations Board * Lee Clark - Office of Employee Appeals * Lafayette Barnes - DC Board of Elections * Gregory McCarthy * Michael Wakefield https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2377

Watch live now Roundtable - Transit Planning for the RFK Campus Redevelopment (Session II) https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2381

The Freedom Plaza fountain is operational File under: “Only Nixon can go to China”

Tomorrow, 1PM Roundtable on Confirmations - Public Employee Relations Board * Lee Clark - Office of Employee Appeals * Lafayette Barnes - DC Board of Elections * Gregory McCarthy * Michael Wakefield https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2377

Tomorrow, 10AM Roundtable - Transit Planning for the RFK Campus Redevelopment (Session II) https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2381

Watch live now Watch live now The full Council meets for a Legislative Meeting For the agendas and viewing instructions, please see https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-30-meetings/

Watch live now The full Council meets, first as the Committee of the Whole, then for a Legislative Meeting For the agendas and viewing instructions, please see https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-30-meetings/

We apologize for the delay, but our pre-meeting Breakfast Meeting is still ongoing. We will update you with a more accurate start time once it becomes clearer.

On this date in 2002, the John A. Wilson Building was rededicated after years of renovation work, and the public was invited in for an open house. PS: Do you happen to have extra copies of this paper invitation? Let us know.

Watch live now Chairman Mendelson holds his traditional Legislative Meeting eve media briefing, discussing the following day’s agendas & other topics of the day Agendas https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-30-meetings/ Watch chairmanmendelson.com/live/

Watch live now Hearing - District of Columbia Government Data Privacy and Protection Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2372

Tomorrow, 10:30AM Chairman Mendelson holds his traditional Legislative Meeting eve media briefing, discussing the following day’s agendas & other topics of the day Agendas https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-30-meetings/ Watch chairmanmendelson.com/live/

Tomorrow, 10AM Hearing - District of Columbia Government Data Privacy and Protection Act https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2372

On this date in 1921, the Wilson Building was struck by lightning. It “was ripped open and several big blocks of granite were knocked to the ground.”

Council Approves Budget on Second Vote, Asserting Reserves are a Policy Matter dccouncil.gov/council-appr...

More changes in Freedom Plaza: Now, what look like giant Stratego pieces have been deployed?

Born on this date in 1956: Anthony Bourdain. His quote below on Washington vs. the District, from the conclusion of his 2009 "No Reservations" show about DC, resonates now more than ever. RIP. #BourdainDay #AnthonyBourdain

Tweet dreams are made of this! Ever heard of a tweet launching an hour of prime time TV? 8 years ago today, we tweeted at @wkamaubell of @CNN’s #unitedshades, saying “the real DC” deserved a show A year later, the show aired! Here’s a #DCStatehood clip cnn.it/3vVSPvR

Watch live now Roundtable - Board of Zoning Adjustment Robyn Wells Confirmation Resolution https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2367

Watch live now Roundtable - Board of Trustees of the University of the District of Columbia Marc Battle Confirmation Resolution https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Hearings/hearings/2365

Looks like more new neighbors moved in across the street… Freedom Plaza now has a mid-gilded “Spirit of Liberty” …with an assist by beloved Simpsons character Groundskeeper Willie!

We are adjourned. Our recent flurry of Legislative Meetings will continue, with meetings to be held the next 3 Tuesdays: 6/30, 7/7, & 7/14. Most of our budget action for the year is now complete, with the exception of a second needed vote on the Budget Support Act, coming 7/7.

Watch live now The full Council meets for a Legislative Meeting. On the agenda—more budget votes! For agendas and viewing instructions, see https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-23-meetings/

And just like that, our Committee of the Whole meeting is adjourned. We’ll be back shortly for our Legislative Meeting.

Watch live now The full Council meets, first as the Committee of the Whole, then for a Legislative Meeting. On the agenda—more budget votes! For agendas and viewing instructions, see https://dccouncil.gov/how-to-watch-our-june-23-meetings/

I’m sorry Maryland, but if we are going to have to watch your incessant political ads, we’re going to have to give serious consideration to the whole Ward 9 situation [I am the Council comms guy, and I approved this message]

Happy Birthday to former Ward 3 Councilmember (1995-2007) and audacious Auditor Kathy Patterson! We are certain her office is rigorously counting & re-counting the number of candles on her 🎂!

Happy Father's Day to all Dads out there, from the Council of the District of Columbia!

Council Pride!

Today’s Air Quality is Code Rainbow You may notice the atmosphere is deeply saturated with both tolerance & exuberance. Please wear whatever makes you feel fabulous. Outdoor activities are encouraged! #loveislove #pride

On this date in 1910, Polly Shackleton was born. She served on both the presidentially-appointed pre-Home Rule and elected Home Rule Councils, from 1967 to 1987. This 1997 Letter to the Editor about her captures her well: wapo.st/29SECbp

Happy #Juneteenth National Independence Day from the DC Council! Here’s the Council's 2003 resolution on #Juneteenth (introduced by @chmnmendelson.bsky.social) bit.ly/4xDJfP3 (#DCEmancipationDay is April 16 & is a DC state holiday. DC’s enslaved people were freed in 1862)