Run for County Legislature-Executive Board in District of Columbia County, DC

As the central and chief policy-making body for the District of Columbia, the Council's mission is to provide strong, innovative and effective leadership for the benefit of residents across the city. The Council's central role as a legislative body is to make laws. However, its responsibilities also include oversight of multiple agencies, commissions, boards and other instruments of District government. Led by the Council Chairman, the 13 members of the Council are working to improve the quality of life in District neighborhoods by ensuring safer streets, furthering education reform, developing a vibrant economy, and implementing groundbreaking programs. Working with the Mayor and the executive branch, the Council also plays a critical role in maintaining a balanced budget and the fiscal health of the District of Columbia government.

To hold the office of At-Large Member of the Council, an individual must (DC Official Code § 1-204.02): Be a qualified elector in the District of Columbia. Have resided and been domiciled in the District of Columbia for one year preceding the general or special election. Have not been convicted of a felony while holding the office of Member of the Council. Hold no other public office for which they are compensated in an amount in excess of their actual expenses.