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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the latest Hearing the Council video interview, Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker discusses the District government's ongoing budget standoff. He talks about the importance of avoiding a perilous mid-year, $1 billion cut to our previously-approved balanced budget for the ongoing fiscal year. He also discusses his new responsibilities as a committee chair, and the immense importance of the District government getting youth rehabilitation right. Plus, which colleagues he thinks could best shoulder snow shoveling responsibilities, and who "tends to be pretty fly," so might be a good clothes shopping companion.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn our latest Hearing the Council interview, we chat with At-Large Councilmember Robert White about the complicated moment we are all living through currently, plus his policy priorities for 2025. We talk about challenges facing both housing development and affordability, including the dry pipeline of future multifamily housing permits in the District. We discuss the great promise held by vocational education, but why it remains an underutilized tool. And we talk about what if anything can bring DC together during these challenging times. Plus, for the fun round, he picks which of his colleagues he would choose to help with miscellaneous tasks, like clothes shopping and putting on a puppet show.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the first Hearing the Council interview of 2025, Ward One Councilmember Brianne Nadeau discusses two of her initial legislative priorities for the New Year: her soon-to-be-introduced bottle deposit and Neighborhood Management Entities bills. Councilmember Nadeau discusses how the bottle (and can) deposit bill would aim to greatly reduce the amount of these items in our rivers and woods, as well as on our streets. Every resident and business would be empowered to tackle the dual goals of environmental protection and neighborhood beautification through this proposed measure. Additionally, she discusses how her proposed Neighborhood Management Entities bill would allow dense mixed use communities like Ward 1's U Street and Columbia Heights neighborhoods to better and more collaboratively tackle issues and projects, from cleanliness to safety to event planning. Plus, as always, we had the "fun round," where Councilmember Nadeau selected which of her colleagues would be best suited to join her in tackling a range of tasks, from putting on a puppet show to meeting with the Trump Administration.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the latest Hearing the Council podcast interview, Ward Six Councilmember Charles Allen discusses his landmark STEER (Strengthening Traffic Enforcement, Education, and Responsibility) Act, which was recently passed by the Council with key elements having become effective on October 1. The bill is the latest demonstration of the Council's ongoing vigilance and an essential effort to reverse troubling trends in the District's struggling Vision Zero transportation safety efforts. We examine the various elements of the bill, including efforts to target the worst ticket scofflaws in the name of safety. We also discuss the Councilmember's work to shine a light on a new practice of apartment management companies: charging an additional fee to tenants for utilities and other costs in building common areas. Plus, his desert island TV show favorites.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn our latest Hearing the Council interview, At-Large Councilmember Christina Henderson discusses three key policy areas. First, we update our prior conversation on the opioid crisis in the District with the welcome news that opioid deaths are now on the decline. Second, we discuss how her Certified Nurse Aide Amendment Act, recently passed by the Council, would eliminate barriers to home health aide certification, expand eligibility for the role, and establish a new minimum wage for these crucial workers. And third, we talk about the STEER Act, and how its recently enacted provisions will help get dangerous drivers off the streets. Plus, which TV shows she turns to when seeking a momentary escape from Council business.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn our latest Hearing the Council interview, Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker takes a deep dive into development on Rhode Island Avenue. We discuss how a now-funded economic development study of the crucial corridor will build upon the avenue's existing strengths and help it better meet its current untapped potential, all while respecting and protecting the longtime residents and businesses who call the corridor home. We also talk about other Ward 5 wins in the most recent budget cycle., plus which positive traits from Councilmembers past and present he would draw from to create the perfect composite colleague.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn a July 1 interview, Council Chairman Phil Mendelson talks about this year's quirky budget process: the mayor's blown budget deadline, the stumbling block created by the Chief Financial Officer but ultimately resolved by the Council, and how even the Attorney General got involved this time around. Plus, the elaborate interplay between these four public officials historically and more recently in the context of this year's budget. The Chairman does not mince words in this frank discussion. (Although he does "dispute my premise" several times, par for the course given what some on social media have described as the "Between Two Ferns vibe" of my interviews with the Chairman.)…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn his latest Hearing the Council video interview, Ward 3 Councilmember Matthew Frumin emphasizes the importance of out-of-school time to District youth. He discusses the legislation he introduced on the topic, its prognosis, and how even just the increased attention he has brought to the topic has moved the needle administratively. We also talk about the pros and cons of school funding by formula, and the few exceptions that prove the rule. Plus, which councilmember might actually have a Rolodex, if it's worth purloining, and who he'd appreciate taking a walk in the woods with.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn his latest Hearing the Council interview, Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen discusses two complementary topics: the rich canvas of mobility options available to District residents, and the fight to avoid fatalities among the participants in this system (Vision Zero). From walking to the bus, and scooters to rental cargo bikes, District residents face an embarrassment of riches when deciding which flavor of transportation best suits each task or journey. We chat about our personal takes on this essentially urban decisionmaking experience. We also discuss the fight for Vision Zero...including why such a necessary effort needs to be a fight at all. We talk examples and motivations for the sadly uphill political battle to save lives. Plus, for the "fun round," Councilmember Allen picks which of his past or present colleagues he'd choose for which odd task, including why he'd be interested in Camping with Catania.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn his latest Hearing the Council interview, Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker talks about the return of Ward 5 Day, plus the status and prognosis of four bills he introduced: the District Child Tax Credit Act, Financial Support for Families with Children Act, School Safety Enhancement Act, and the Establishment of Reasonable Controls for the Firearm Industry Act. Plus, which of his Council colleagues he would pick to drive cross-country with, or to help fight off barbarians.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn her latest Hearing the Council interview, Ward One Councilmember Brianne Nadeau tackles two topics that are fresh from recent headlines: the investigation of sexual harassment in the executive branch, and public safety in the District. She discusses Council legislation to ensure not just that prominent recent sexual harassment claims are investigated independently and thoroughly, but also that all future investigations meet a Council-established higher bar as well. She also addresses the topic that is front-of-mind for so many District residents these days: public safety. She discusses the recent Council emergency legislation on the topic, finding the proper balance between effective and excessive enforcement, and her theory on why crime rates are dropping in most US cities but not in the District.…
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In the latest Hearing the Council video interview (from April 21), Chairman Phil Mendelson takes a deep dive into the current year's budget. From the "Incomplete" grade possibly earned by some parts of the Mayor's budget submission this year to the complicated triangular relationship between the Council, the Mayor, and the Chief Financial Officer, it's a good look into some "I've always wondered" questions about the budget. We talk budget strategy, which way things are heading, the status of free buses...plus what the Chairman's walk-in music should be, and why his colleagues hate his poetry. Don't miss it.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn her record tenth Hearing the Council interview, Ward One Councilmember Brianne Nadeau talks about the priorities and expansive jurisdiction of her new Committee on Public Works and Operations (which includes contracting, human rights, half of the prior Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs, and more). We delve into parking enforcement (given the recent focus on dangerous drivers with thousands of dollars of unpaid tickets), and also discuss next steps for her long-planned vending reform bill. Plus, she tackles the latest round of "which colleague/which task" fun questions, and discloses she once wrote "angsty poetry."…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we sat down with At-Large Councilmember Robert White to discuss his new committee chairmanship, with the Committee on Housing. For the first time in several years, both housing and homelessness are under the jurisdiction of the same committee, so we discuss the recent clearing of an encampment at McPherson Square. We talk about the infamous and perpetual waiting list for housing vouchers. We return to the topic we first broached on the show back in 2021, which is now attracting broader attention: the conversion of downtown office buildings into residential use. We discuss the current Congressional and Presidential interference with the Revised Criminal Code. Plus, to lighten things up, Councilmember White picks which of his colleagues he'd assign to a variety of oddball tasks. Be sure to watch!…
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1 Christina Henderson Talks Out-of-School Time 34:05
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this latest Hearing the Council interview, we sat down with At-Large Councilmember Christina Henderson to discuss the critical topic of out-of-school time (OST) for our youth. We covered the topic of extended recreation center hours, the new summer camp signup lottery (goodbye, Ticketmaster-style Hunger Games!), how increased youth recreational options can help improve public safety, and the need for tailored OST activities for children with special needs. Plus, which councilmember's hypothetical poetry she would seek out, and whose she would actively avoid.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we discuss Transportation and the Environment with Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen. On January 2 of this year, Councilmember Allen took the helm of the Council's Committee on Transportation and the Environment. We chat about his legislative priorities for his new committee, how the popular free DC bus bill came together, how soon we may see free buses (July?), and other newly introduced legislation such as incentives for electric vehicle charging stations and gas stove swap-outs. We also talk about how his prior work as chair of the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee jurisdiction intersects with his new committee's work, as residents face safety challenges and concerns on Metrorail, on the bus, in cars, and on foot. Plus, he makes his picks for which of his Council colleagues he would choose to tackle odd tasks, from picking a musical playlist to driving cross-country to fighting off barbarians.…
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In this episode of Hearing the Council, we get to know Ward 5's Zachary Parker. We appreciate him taking time out of his first three weeks in office to sit for an interview! We: - Learned how his brothers' economic and health struggles inform his perspective on policy - Discussed just how often people accidentally swap out his name with perennial bottom-ten ranked president Zachary Taylor - Followed his life and career path from Chicago to New Orleans, onto New York, then here to DC - Ran down the list of other past and present DC councilmembers who, like him, spent time on the Board of Education before joining the Council - Plus, as always, dessert rankings!…
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In this Hearing the Council episode, we get to know Ward 3's Matthew Frumin. Councilmember sat for his first interview just eight days after being sworn into office--a Hearing the Council record! We discuss: - How he dodged COVID through an entire campaign, but how it caught up with him at the last moment and nearly made him miss his swearing-in - His world travels during his time with the State Department, including his favorite destinations - The unlikely way the OJ Simpson trial temporarily impacted what name he goes by - His run for Congress in 2000 - And, as always in initial Hearing the Council interviews...dessert rankings!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we discuss Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George's proposed Green New Deal for Housing legislation--how social housing differs from public housing, what would make this new housing green, and the prognosis for the bill in Council Period 25 (2023-2024). We finish up with our favorite fun closer: which councilmember would you choose for which odd task.…
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1 Brianne Nadeau Talks Migrant Services, Abortion Rights, and DC Statehood 32:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we discuss the importance of providing compassionate services to recently-arrived asylum seekers, DC's protection of abortion rights, new Council legislative efforts on both fronts, and how our lack of statehood imperils each.
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1 Robert White Talks About the Benefits and Challenges of Balancing Physical and Mental Health in DC 34:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we discuss with At-Large Councilmember Robert White the importance of maintaining good physical and mental health. We talk about the ever-increasing public recognition of prioritizing mental health care, including the nationwide rollout of the 988 mental health hotline. We dig into inequities in access to quality mental health services, racial disparities in the pool of practitioners providing these services, and efforts underway locally to improve both. We discuss the state of COVID care and the current public mindset regarding the pandemic. And, in discussing how Councilmember White leads by personal example on the physical and mental health fronts, we get our first-ever Hearing the Council mention of Arnold Schwarzenegger--specifically, his "Golden Six" fitness regimen.…
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1 Christina Henderson Talks Abortion Rights and Early Childhood Education 48:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this Hearing the Council interview, we talk with At-Large Councilmember Christina Henderson about the impact that the elimination of national abortion rights (via the overturning of Roe v. Wade) will have here in the District, today and in the future. We also discuss the recent viral tweet regarding future educational requirements for DC's early childhood education workers, including its legislative history, motivation, and the nitty-gritty of what is actually required, and of whom.…
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