Bill > B26-0388

This bill amends the Office of District Waterways Management Establishment Act of 2022 to modify several key provisions related to the District Waterways Advisory Commission. The bill changes the Mayoral appointment process to align with similar commissions, adds the Department of Parks and Recreation as an ex-officio non-voting member of the commission, and adjusts the meeting schedule from monthly to every two months. It extends the timeline for developing the Advisory Plan from one year to two years and modifies stakeholder engagement requirements. The bill also grants the commission the authority to determine when the Advisory Plan needs updating, with updates now required at least every three years instead of the previous unspecified timeline. Additionally, the bill makes a conforming amendment to the Confirmation Act of 1978 to include the Office of District Waterways Management in its list of recognized entities. These changes are designed to provide more flexibility in planning, increase stakeholder involvement, and ensure the commission has sufficient time to develop and review its Advisory Plan effectively.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0388