Happy Pride! Earlier this week, officials from across DC government gathered to raise the Pride Flag outside the Wilson building like we do every year as both a symbol and a charge—DC is for everyone and love always wins. The afternoon’s celebration of our LGBTQ+ community was a welcome break from the back-to-back budget conversations, public hearings, and markups that have dominated the past month.
Looking ahead, we are waiting for the Chairman’s markup before we take our first Council vote on the budget this coming Tuesday, June 9. As I shared in last week’s newsletter, there remains a long list of concerning funding gaps and I am ready to fight to ensure we meet the needs of the District in this difficult budget year.
I also want to make sure neighbors don’t miss next week’s walks with DDOT along South Dakota Ave NE as they prepare to bring traffic safety improvements to two segments along the corridor:
- From Lawrence St to Rhode Island Ave NE
- June 11 @ 9:00 a.m.
- Meet in the triangle/pocket park at Rhode Island Ave, 24th St, and South Dakota Ave NE
- From Hamlin St to Bladensburg Rd NE
- June 11 @ 4:00 p.m.
- Meet at the northwest corner of Hamlin St and South Dakota Ave NE
Please register to attend here. My team will be there to connect with neighbors and DDOT staff will be available to answer questions about their proposed improvements for these two segments.
