Commissioner Walter Deleon was recently featured in BeVisible piece as one of eight “latinx men to watch.” Read the full article here.
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.Continue 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’s most vulnerable residents, and foster a more liveable city for all.
As the District’s youngest elected official, I am urging my supporters to vote for the following candidates in the Democratic primary on June 14th, 2016:
At-Large: Robert White
Ward 4: Leon Andrews
Ward 7: Vincent Gray
Ward 8: Trayon White
Commissioner Deleon on Ward 5’s Proposed Homeless Shelter
Commissioner Deleon spoke with NBC 4 about the proposed site of a new homeless shelter in Ward 5.
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:Continue 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.Continue 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.Continue 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 making our slice of the District a truly liveable, walkable, and even greater place to live.Continue 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.
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 noise pollution, an influx of club patrons parking on residential streets, and a constant stream of trash caused by venue patrons.
Continue reading “What Commissioner Deleon’s Proposed Moratorium means for 5C02”
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