Author Archives: Walter Deleon

Remarks at the Teach for America Corps of 2016 Reception

Walter Deleon made the following remarks to the Teach for America Corps of 2016 Induction Dinner. He talked briefly about the value of public service, the capacity of everyone to foster change in their communities, and the issues he tackles everyday as Commissioner. Good evening everyone, Thank you so much to Teach for America for hosting me,ContinueContinue reading “Remarks at the Teach for America Corps of 2016 Reception”

Commissioner Deleon Announces Endorsements for the June 14th Democratic Primary

At this critically important time for the District, we need progressive leaders who are able to deliver results for our great city. In two weeks almost half of the DC Council will be up for election and now more than ever, we need leaders who are willing to fight inequality, stand up for the District’sContinueContinue reading “Commissioner Deleon Announces Endorsements for the June 14th Democratic Primary”

Meeting Reminder on Ward 5 Shelter in 5C02

Friends and neighbors, I wanted to remind residents in 5C02 of a meeting that will take place next week regarding the Mayor’s plan to move place a homeless shelter in our community. Information via Woodridge South Civic Association President Carlos Davis: Meeting notice: WHAT:     A follow-up meeting for all of Ward 5 to discussContinueContinue reading “Meeting Reminder on Ward 5 Shelter in 5C02”

Meeting Reminder & Statement on Mayor’s Proposed Ward 5 Shelter

Friends and neighbors, I wanted to remind every resident in 5C02 of a very important meeting that will take place tonight at 6:30 at New Canaan Baptist Church on 2826 Bladensburg Road, NE. Tonight’s meeting will be one of the eight hosted concurrently (in each Ward) by the Mayor’s office to discuss the Administration’s proposal to close DCContinueContinue reading “Meeting Reminder & Statement on Mayor’s Proposed Ward 5 Shelter”

Remarks at the Teach for America 25th Anniversary Summit

Walter Deleon made the following remarks to the Teach for America 25th Anniversary Summit. He talked briefly about the value of public service, the capacity of everyone to foster change in their communities, and the issues he tackles everyday as Commissioner. Good afternoon everyone, Thank you so much to Teach for America for hosting us, all ofContinueContinue reading “Remarks at the Teach for America 25th Anniversary Summit”

December Commissioner Newsletter

Friends and neighbors, I wanted to take the time to thank each and every one of you for making this an amazing first year in office. I hope all of you have had a great holiday season as the new year (and first ANC meeting of 2016) approaches. Thank you for your passion and commitment to makingContinueContinue reading “December Commissioner Newsletter”

Are you a DC College Student? Then Councilmember McDuffie’s bill is bad news for you.

In light of Alonzo Smith’s death under the hands of a Special Police Officer (SPO), Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie’s latest Bill is extremely concerning. If approved by the DC Council, the Councilmember’s Bill will allow all University Campus Police Officers, which are SPO’s, to enforce their respective Univeristy’s Student Code of Conduct off-campus. See the fullContinueContinue reading “Are you a DC College Student? Then Councilmember McDuffie’s bill is bad news for you.”

What Commissioner Deleon’s Proposed Moratorium means for 5C02

EDIT: The Commissioner’s Resolution for a Moratorium was approved unanimously by all Commissioners present at the December meeting. With a collective capacity of over 7,000 patrons, there is no more room for any for nightlife establishment in the Queens Chapel Road corridor of 5C02. For decades, residents of the greater Woodridge Community have battled noiseContinueContinue reading “What Commissioner Deleon’s Proposed Moratorium means for 5C02”