Councilmember Charles Allen

Today's announcement will put untrained and unaccountable members of the military in an untenable position in our communities. It’s unnecessary, unwarranted, & a dangerous escalation of power in the Nation’s Capital simply because he can.
(5/5)

Over the last two years, DC has experienced a 52% drop in violent crime and is now at a 30-year low. While any crime is one too many, every local leader in DC is committed to the work and progress of safer communities and preventing violence.
(4/5)

It might make sense if he’s trying to create compelling TV and distract folks from the real scandals he’s facing, but it doesn’t make our city safer & it’s a dangerous abuse of power and authority.
(3/5)

National Guard soldiers are trained for warfare & natural disasters, not for community policing. Every American should be deeply concerned with what they’re witnessing today.
(2/5)

The President taking over local control of MPD & putting the US military onto the streets of DC under the guise of public safety is wrong. It’s an extreme, outrageous, and dangerous move for our city and the safety of all our residents.
(1/5)

He also ensured space for DC Vault, and the skate park is protected. These were real concerns for families and young people, and Charles fought to keep them in the plan before supporting the deal.

- Team Allen

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Fields at RFK will stay open

The Fields at RFK will stay open during construction because CM Allen insisted the commitment be in writing. That wasn’t guaranteed in the original deal, but came to be thanks to the thousands of residents who signed our petition to save The Fields.

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Charles pushed for even more – like taking in sales tax on personal seat licenses. Even though that amendment didn’t pass, the deal is now significantly stronger.

- Team Allen
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A better return for taxpayers

DC taxpayers deserve a better return on their investment, which is why CM Allen fought for changes to bring in nearly $800M in additional revenue to the city. The final deal now includes more sales tax revenue at the stadium going back to DC, shared parking garage profits, & smarter financing.
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He also added key protections for the Anacostia and ensured stormwater standards can’t be waived or weakened. With those updates, DC and the Commanders will set a national example for sustainability.

- Team Allen
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Protecting the Anacostia River

The stadium at RFK will now be designed, built, and maintained to meet the highest green LEED Platinum building standards and will follow DC environmental laws. Those weren’t in the original deal: CM Allen fought to lock in those changes right up until the morning of the vote.
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The new version of the deal prohibits developers from asking for more public subsidies for housing & sets deadlines with penalties to ensure homes get built. These are major improvements, & he’s continuing to work w/ other Cms to go even further before the final vote in September.
- Team Allen
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Housing in the stadium deal

When CM Allen started pushing on the stadium deal, the promises of affordable housing sounded better than reality. He fought to make sure those promises would be kept and got results.
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He fought for a better future that prioritizes transit over traffic, with plans to allow a potential Metro station at Oklahoma Avenue, and a new transit fund with up to $20 million annually for Metrorail, Metrobus, and improved access to the RFK campus. That’s a win for the city.
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- Team Allen

About 2,000 planned parking spots and one of the garages were removed from the RFK stadium deal. That change didn’t just happen: CM Allen pushed hard to get us there.
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4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at King Greenleaf Rec: Head to the Just Be Cookout – a free community celebration and back-to-school drive in Southwest!

Info on the event with free food, icy treats, games, community resources & more: www.eventbrite.com/e/just-be-co...

– Team Allen

Dog outside the Throne at Eastern Market

Public bathroom at Eastern Market

The Throne #publicbathroom at Eastern Market is open again!

As are the other 5 locations in the District, thanks to Throne signing an emergency contract with the city last week.

Access the Throne by scanning the QR code or texting the phone number listed.

– Team Allen

Aug. 12 at Southwest Library:

RAMMY winners in Ward 6: Tune Inn, 2Fifty Texas BBW, Daru

Map of RAMMY winners and finalists in Ward 6

Congratulations to the RAMMY winners and finalists in #Ward6!

Now, who else is eager to make dinner plans?

Map details: www.google.com/maps/d/edit?...

Garfield Park / Canal Park Connector Project provides a design for the DDOT Right of Way underneath the I-695 bridge that provides access between Garfield Park and Canal Park

Find more info on the project: garfieldpark-connector-dcgis.hub.arcgis.com

– Team Allen

Garfield Park-Canal Park Connector before work

DDOT plans to begin construction on the Garfield Park-Canal Park Connector Project today, Aug. 4, through the week, weather permitting.

Please obey all detour signs. Pedestrian access, vehicle traffic, and curbside parking will be restricted at this location during construction hours.

Thanks to the Nationals for this afternoon’s Ward 6 Day at the Ballpark! While the score of the game wasn’t exactly what we wanted, the friends and neighbors packing the stands was fun to see! And thanks Screech for letting Everett borrow your hat! ⚾️

Ward 6 Week Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Week Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Week Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Week Lemonade Stand

🧵 for 🍋 photos

Ward 6 Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Lemonade Stand

Ward 6 Lemonade Stand

That may have been the best Ward 6 Week Lemonade Stand Contest yet! 🍋 Thanks to all the creative, enthusiastic young entrepreneurs who hosted such awesome stands — and to everyone who supported them!
– Team Allen
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Councilmember Allen's Statement on the First RFK Stadium Vote

Watch my full statement from the dais for the first of two votes on the deal: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4gO...

✅ Protected The Fields for public use
✅ Improved traffic + parking plans for neighbors
✅ Secured labor peace agreements for good jobs
✅ Added nearly $800M in new revenue for DC
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✅ Cut 2,000 parking spots + added hundreds of millions in funding to expand Metro
✅ Locked in top-tier green building + river protections
✅ Accelerated affordable housing
✅ Prioritized Ward 6 small businesses
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I pushed hard to make big changes to the RFK stadium deal. Here are ways today’s deal was improved👇

Applying a new layer to a sign

Child looks onto a sign being made

DDOT staff show how a sign is installed (at tall heights!)

Charles Allen watches a sign being made

We started this morning in Southeast for a tour of DDOT's sign shop! Kiddos and adults alike learned all about the various signs that are on display throughout DC, then saw how they were printed, applied, and installed. Thanks for the fun morning, @
@ddotdc.bsky.social!