Councilmember McDuffie's First Newsletter

Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie issued a newsletter this week highlighting his first two weeks in office. Councilmember McDuffie discusses Chairman Brown's resignation, legislative news, committee assignments, playground renovations, and the Councilmember's participation in the Capital Pride Parade. 

Also, the Councilmember is calling on Ward 5 residents to help decorate his office.  One picture of Ward 5, taken by a local resident, will be displayed in Councilmember McDuffie's office and in his next newsletter.  You can submit photos until the end of the day on Friday, June 22nd, via email at jmandel@dccouncil.us.

The full newsletter is available here.

$9.3 Million Dollars Allocated for Playground Renovations Begin

Mayor Vincent C. Gray, Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, Ward 6 Councilmember and Chairman of the Committee on Parks, Recreation and Libraries Tommy Wells, Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Director Jesus Aguirre, and Department of General Services (DGS) Acting Director Brian Hanlon today announced the beginning of the Playground Improvement Project to renovate existing playgrounds in the District of Columbia. The project is funded by $9.3 million in the Fiscal Year 2013 budget, which was passed by the DC Council on June 5.


Read the full press release here.

McDuffie to be Sworn in Today

The Washington Post reports:

"McDuffie, a Democrat, will be sworn in Wednesday afternoon as the new council member for Ward 5.

He won a special election last month to replace Harry Thomas Jr., who is headed to prison for three years after pleading guilty to embezzling more than $350,000 from the city."

Congratulations Councilman McDuffie! 

McDuffie's Headlines (hyperlinked)

WTOP:  McDuffie Wins Ward 5 special election in D.C.

DC City Buzz Examiner:  McDuffie wins landslide victory in Ward 5 election

Washington Post Local:  Voters in DC to choose new councilmember to replace convicted embezzler Harry Thomas Jr.

DCist.com:  Après Thomas: Kenyan McDuffie Wins Ward 5 Special Election

CBS DC:  Kenyan McDuffie Wins Special Election To Replace Harry Thomas Jr. On D.C. Council

Loosen Lips at Washington City Paper: Kenyan McDuffie Wins Ward 5 Special Election

Kenyan McDuffie Wins!

The unofficial results are in, with Kenyan McDuffie taking 43 percent of the vote.   More to come...



Update: The Washington Post reports:

Democrat Kenyan McDuffie easily defeated 10 other candidates Tuesday in a race to replace disgraced former D.C. Council member Harry Thomas Jr., picking up support in all precincts by pledging to restore integrity to the office and unite a ward divided over gentrification. 

With all 18 precincts counted, McDuffie trounced his closest competitor by a 2-to-1 margin, garnering almost 45 percent of the vote in unofficial returns.

Full article here.

Stein Club Endorses McDuffie

The Washington Blade reports that the Gertrude Stein Democratic Club, the city’s largest LGBT political group, has endorsed Kenyan McDuffie for the May 15 special election.

Kenyan McDuffie Meet and Greet

Shani and Joe are inviting their neighbors to a meet and greet for Kenyan McDuffie:

Hello Neighbors,
Please join us at our Meet and Greet for Kenyan McDuffie, the
best candidate for Ward 5 City Council, in our opinion.

What: Meet and Greet for Kenyan McDuffie. Wine, cheese and other
refreshments will be served.
When: Sunday, April 15th, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Where: RSVP to joseph.l.barrios@gmail.com for the address. Or check out our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/#!/events/119981658126016/

McDuffie Meet and Greet

An Invite from the McDuffie Campaign:

Hello Neighbors,

Joe Barrios and I are hosting a Fundraiser / Meet and Greet for Kenyan McDuffie, candidate for Ward 5 City Council. We hope you consider joining us, and supporting his candidacy.

What: Fundraiser/ Meet and Greet for Kenyan McDuffie. Wine, cheese and other refreshments will be served.
When: Sunday, April 15th, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Where: RSVP to joseph.l.barrios@gmail.com for the address
Cost: Whatever amount you are inclined to support Kenyan's campaign

Thank you for you consideration, and don't forget to check out Kenyan's website: http://www.mcduffieforcouncil.com/

Italian Ice, Kenyan McDuffie's Treat!

From the McDuffie Campaign:

Hey everyone, Kenyan is inviting us all out for Rita's!

Details are attached, below or at this facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/273765252704859/

Hope to see y'all out there!

Join Kenyan for a Special Treat at Rita’s.

Bring your family, friends and neighbors, and learn more about Kenyan’s
vision for Ward 5.

Rita’s Italian Ice
2318 Rhode Island Ave., NE

FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2012
5:00 – 7:00 PM

The first 200 Customers receive a free regular size Italian ice.

Paid for by Kenyan McDuffie 2012. LaTosha Hill, Treasurer