Pilot Project Launched to Improve Road Safety
The DC Department of Transportation (DDOT) and The Lab @ DC in the Office of the City Administrator announced the launch of a pilot program to send targeted messages to some of the DC area’s riskiest drivers.
Through data from the Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE) cameras, The Lab identified vehicles with drivers at greater risk of being involved in a crash. They will receive a text message, letter, or both with information on the risks of unsafe driving and their responsibility to make DC roads safer.
Read news coverage here.
MPD Stepping Up Traffic Enforcement and Education
The Metropolitan Police Department is stepping up traffic enforcement and education this summer as the District surpasses a 50% increase in traffic fatalities when compared to this time last year.
Over the past few weeks, each of MPD’s seven districts have assigned officers on each shift to focus solely on traffic enforcement and drivers who are under the influence, distracted, or driving in an unsafe manner.
New Leadership Announced
DMOI received a few new leadership appointments recently!
Brian Hanlon was appointed as Acting DOB Director (see photo above; we thank outgoing Director Ernest Chrappah for his service).
Melinda Bolling was appointed Acting DFHV Director.
Richard Jackson was appointed Acting DOEE Director.
Timothy Spriggs was confirmed by DC Council as Acting DPW Director.
The DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) hired Ernest Jolly as their new Managing Director.
DC Green Bank announced Trisha Miller as its next CEO.
Celebrated DC Infrastructure Week
The week of May 15-19, 2023, was DC Infrastructure Week. The Bowser Administration celebrated its significant investments in infrastructure and workforce programs.
For example, on Bike to Work Day (May 19), DDOT showcased the Mayor’s investments in biking infrastructure.
DOEE announced that the DC Metro area ranks second on a 2023 List of Top Cities with the most ENERGY STAR certified buildings.
Finally, the Department of Employment Services celebrated the five year anniversary of the DC Infrastructure Academy.
Independent Agency Highlights
Alcohol Beverage Cannabis Administration (ABCA)
DC Water
Office of the People's Counsel (OPC)
Public Service Commission (PSC)
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Launched its Summer Ready DC campaign, to help DC residents prepare their homes for high temperatures and summer storms
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As part of Safe Digging Month, urged DC residents to call 811 before beginning digging projects
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