Kwame Wants Answers to Compliance Unit Findings
June 9, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Economic Development Committee, Job Creation, Prosper, Real Action Now, Small Businesses, The People's Blog
Roundtable scheduled for July 8th to review DC Auditor reports
Today, At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown expressed concerns over findings issued by the Compliance Unit within the Office of the DC Auditor, which identified nearly $30 million in lost job revenue and local business opportunities in government funded projects. The reports also found extensive violations of [...]
Celebrate DC Emancipation Day with DC Vote
March 25, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Community Action, Community Events, Real Action Now, The People's Blog
As the District’s only official local holiday, DC Emancipation Day commemorates the day in 1862 on which President Abraham Lincoln signed the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act to free the 3,100 enslaved people of Washington, DC.
To celebrate, DC Vote is hosting an advocacy day, where attendees will hear a short program from local political [...]
Women Vets at Work 2010 Jobs Summit
March 19, 2010 by Charles Mason
Filed under Community Events, Job Creation, Real Action Now, The People's Blog, We Alerts
The U.S. Department of Labor Women Bureau, Region III is holding the “Women Vets @ Work 2010″ Jobs Summit for Women Veterans from the Washington, DC metropolitan area on Thursday, March 25, 2010.
A Pre Summit Orientation was held on Friday, March 12, 2010 at the Boys & Girls Club of Great Washington located at 4103 [...]
Kwame’s Financial Aid Workshop a Success
March 9, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Community Action, Community Events, Intensify Education, Real Action Now, Teachers + Parents, The People's Blog
Last Saturday, At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown hosted a financial aid workshop where he detailed how DC students can obtain funding to pursue their college education. The event was also a precursor to his upcoming College Round-Up trip, an annual free bus trip to Tarboro, North Carolina, where DC students are offered on-the-spot acceptance to [...]
Keeping the District Competitive in the 21st Century
March 4, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Community Action, Economic Development Committee, Eye on Constituents, Local Investment, Real Action Now, The People's Blog
The DC Council recently passed a resolution recognizing the significant contributions of TBED21, Inc., an organization dedicated to keeping the District economically competitive in the 21st century, with a strong focus on underdeveloped and disadvantaged communities.
The text of the Ceremonial Resolution, introduced by At-Large Councilmember Kwame Brown, is as follows:
TBED21 Readiness Recognition Resolution of 2010
To recognize [...]
2010 Summer Youth Employment Program
March 2, 2010 by Charles Mason
Filed under Community Action, Community Events, Job Creation, Real Action Now, Real Solutions, The People's Blog
The Department of Employment Services’ Office of Youth Programs is pleased to announce that registration for the 2010 Summer Youth Employment Program is now open!
Please keep in mind that in order to participate in the 2010 Summer Youth Employment Program, you must be:
• A District resident
• Between the ages of 14-21
• Eligible to work in [...]
After the Snow – Resource Information
February 18, 2010 by Charles Mason
Filed under Community Action, Neighborhood Revitalization, Real Action Now, Real Solutions, The People's Blog, Uncategorized, We Alerts
Here are some useful tips for digging yourself out we wanted to share with you.
DEALING WITH COLLASPED ROOFS
Determining the Responsible Party
(1) Insurance Company
(2) Homeowners should check their homeowner’s insurance policy to see if this is covered.
(3) Inspections Information for rental properties
It is the mission of the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) to [...]
Kwame Leading Jobs Discussion in DC
January 20, 2010 by Cass Luskin
Filed under Economic Development Committee, Local Investment, Neighborhood Revitalization, Real Action Now, The People's Blog
In case you missed it, Kwame has been focusing on new ways to create jobs and get District residents back in the workforce. Check out these stories:
Kwame, Named New Chair of Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, Groundbreaking Report Released
The Washington Business Journal wrote a story about Kwame being named the new chair of the Metropolitan Washington [...]
Keeping the Dream Alive
January 19, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Eye on Constituents, Family Focus, Intensify Education, Real Action Now, Real Solutions, The People's Blog
Kwame presented with “Dream Keepers Award” for service
Yesterday, At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown was presented with the Dream Keepers Award by the Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Day Committee, Inc. The award, presented annually to individuals locally and nationally, honors outstanding service as well as a deep commitment to preserving the dream of Dr. Martin [...]
How Can You Help Haiti?
January 16, 2010 by Michael Price
Filed under Community Action, Real Action Now, Real Solutions, The People's Blog
The people of Haiti are struggling to recover from a catastrophic earthquake. They need all the help and assistance we can offer. As we celebrate the legacy and human kindness of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown asks for your support of the Haitian people. Please find it in your heart [...]
