Bill > PR26-0443

This resolution concerns the confirmation of Shawn Townsend to the Combat Sports Commission for a term ending January 5, 2029. Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Townsend, who is currently the President and CEO of the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), for reappointment to the commission. Townsend has an extensive background in public affairs and government relations, including previous roles as the Director of the Mayor's Office of Nightlife & Culture and a Supervisory Investigator at the Alcoholic Beverage & Cannabis Administration. The resolution includes Townsend's professional profile, which highlights his experience in advocacy, policy development, and stakeholder engagement across various sectors. The Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor has reviewed the resolution and found it legally unobjectionable, supporting Townsend's continued service on the Combat Sports Commission. This nomination follows the standard confirmation process outlined in the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the District of Columbia Boxing and Wrestling Commission Act of 1975.

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https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0443