Councilmember Robert White Statement: After This Monumental Blow, We Must Pivot to the Future
The Wizards and Capitals’ departure from DC deals a gut punch to Washington’s economy that the city cannot afford. Beyond hometown pride, Capital One Arena contributes over $25 million yearly in tax revenue and it’s an anchor tenant driving foot
Councilmember Robert White Statement on What the Loss of the Wizards and Capitals Would Mean for DC’s Safety Net
I join residents all over DC who are disappointed about our possible loss of the Wizards and Caps. This is a blow to DC’s culture and sports identity. A loss of tax revenues from the sports arena could mean fewer
Councilmember Robert White Statement on Mayor Refusing to Give Snap A Raise
The Mayor refusing to increase the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as required by law, which she signed, is the latest in a series of decisions that harm low-income Washingtonians. About 140,000 residents who depend on SNAP to put food
An HPAP Update for Potential Homebuyers
Many first-time homebuyers rely on programs like the Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) to make their homeownership dreams possible. HPAP prioritizes people who are elderly, disabled, displaced, or with lower incomes with a goal of supporting economic mobility and financial
Contact information:
Devon Haynes
Communications Director
(202) 727-0253
dhaynes@dccouncil.gov