September 3, 2026

Dear Neighbors,

Last week, our students returned to school for the start of another academic year. The week before, I wrapped up my annual visits to schools across the ward to ensure the facilities were ready to welcome them back. In partnership with school leadership and the Department of General Services (DGS), we identified key repairs and work orders for completion, and I am grateful to DGS for their work right up until the opening bell to resolve nearly all the outstanding issues. I know that Janney Elementary School continues to have challenges with its HVAC system, which is scheduled for replacement in fiscal year 2027. My team and I have been in steady contact with both the school and DGS to support identifying and implementing interim fixes so that students and teachers have a comfortable learning environment. Progress has been made, but there is more to do, and ultimately, we need a long-term solution.  

I had the pleasure of joining Mayor Muriel Bowser, DGS Director Delano Hunter, Principal Harold McCray, and other leaders on the first day of school to cut the ribbon on an expansion at the newly designated John R. Thompson Jr. High School. The previously known MacArthur High School was named in honor of the native Washingtonian, educator, racial justice advocate, philanthropist, and former Georgetown University basketball coach. I was pleased to introduce legislation last year that led to our newest high school receiving such a fitting, permanent name. John R. Thompson Jr. High School begins the school year with expanded capacity to educate over 700 students, new art, music, and science classrooms, an outdoor classroom, and technology upgrades throughout. The new school is magnificent, and it was wonderful to celebrate its expansion and new name with members of the Thompson family and representatives of Georgetown University.   

As we transition from summer into fall, the Council is also preparing to transition from recess to the final legislative session of this Council Period. My team has spent recess conducting oversight of human services programs and economic development projects, developing legislation to be introduced or advanced this fall, and working on behalf of residents to address quality of life concerns and issues with government services. We are looking forward to the legislative session resuming on September 16.

In This Newsletter

This edition of my newsletter includes recaps of recent site visits with the Committee on Human Services, remembering Dolly Parton and DC Library's Books from Birth program, my upcoming Workday in the Ward in Glover Park, proposed sidewalk projects and feedback opportunities, welcoming students to American University, and community events such as Art All Night.

Sincerely,

Matt Frumin

Ward 3 Councilmember

This week my staff and I toured the proposed future site of the Georgetown University Boathouse in Ward 2, the forthcoming development at the former Fletcher Johnson Middle School in Ward 7, and Parcels 6, 7, 8, 9, and 13 on the St. Elizabeths Campus in Ward 8. The committee previously held a hearing on the surplus, disposition, and term sheet amendments for the St. Elizabeths parcels; the other two projects will come before the committee in October. These site visits afforded the opportunity to meet with the real estate team at the office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED), DGS, and project developers to ask questions about project design and planning, infrastructure needs, financing, community benefits and engagement, and construction timelines in preparation for public hearings and legislative mark-ups this fall. 

Following the passing of music legend Dolly Parton, I want to honor her legacy of supporting childhood literacy. As chair of the Committee on Human Services, I oversee the DC Public Library and its STAR: Books from Birth program. Run in partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, this program mails a free book every month to any DC child under age 5.

Her initiative has made a huge impact in the District:



• 3.6 million+ books delivered to local families through fiscal year 2025
• 479,549 books sent last year alone
• 63,000+ new children enrolled in the first half of fiscal year 2026

Families with young children can learn more at dclibrary.org/using-the-library/books-birth.

Save the date for my next Workday in the Ward on Thursday, September 24, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Glover Park at Point Chaud Café and Crepes (2300 Wisconsin Ave NW).

• Open Office Hours: I will be present in the morning from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for drop-in visits to share your questions, ideas, or concerns.
• Agency Support: My staff and District agency representatives will also be present at scheduled times throughout the day.

Whether you need help navigating a city service issue, want to discuss policy, or just want to say hello, please stop by.

To help accommodate attendees, residents are asked to complete this form to reserve a spot to meet with staff and agency representatives at Workday in the Ward. Reservations are not required and walk-ins will still be accepted.

Schedule for the Day:

• 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.: Coffee with Councilmember Frumin.
• 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.: Ashlee Mercer (Constituent Services Director), Kevin DeGood (Legislative Director), and Kevin Caudill (Communications Director).
• 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.: DC Prevention Center; Public Service Commission (PSC)
• 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.: Metropolitan Police Department (MPD)
• 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: Trisha Kondabala (Legislative Assistant) and Shantise Wynn-Brown (Constituent Services Specialist & Scheduler).
• 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.: Department of Buildings (DOB)
• 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.: Department of Transportation (DDOT)
• 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.: Nora Charles (Legislative Assistant), Ricky Garcia (Constituent Services Coordinator)

DDOT New Sidewalk Notice & Public Comments

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has released proposed design plans for a new sidewalk along the east side of 49th Street NW, between V Street NW and W Street NW, as part of the District’s Sidewalk Gap Program. A 30-day public comment period on the proposed design is open through September 21, 2026. I encourage neighboring property owners and interested Ward 3 residents to review the design plans online at sidewalkgap.ddot.dc.gov and submit any written feedback or questions directly to DDOT Transportation Specialist Misgana Lemecha at misgana.lemecha@dc.gov before the comment period closes.

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month!

A DC Public Library card is your ticket to endless possibilities. It’s a great way to get a good book, but today’s library offers so much more: hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and bring neighbors together. With a library card, you can access welcoming spaces built for learning and connection, places to build new skills, advance your career, preserve family memories, meet fellow residents, and enjoy moments that strengthen the fabric of our city.

During National Library Card Sign-Up Month, I encourage you to sign up for a library card—or renew yours—and explore everything your neighborhood library provides. Click here to see how DC Public Library helps residents grow, connect, and thrive.

Welcoming Students To American University

It was a pleasure to speak to new students at American University on Monday, August 24. I was generously invited to participate in AU's new student orientation day, welcoming incoming students to campus. I discussed how unique the District is, what important times these are, and how critical it is to be active at a local level. It is always energizing to engage with passionate and ambitious young people. Thanks to AU for hosting me.

Nationals Welcome Ward 3 Residents

Thanks to the Washington Nationals for hosting Ward 3 residents at Nationals Park on Friday, August 28. It was great to connect with neighbors, and I hope Ward 3 residents enjoyed the game.

Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) Meetings

ANC3A: Tuesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m., Zoom 

ANC3B: Thursday, September 10, 7:00 p.m., Zoom 

ANC3C: Monday, September 22, 7:00 p.m., Zoom 

ANC3D: Wednesday, October 7, 7:00 p.m., Zoom  

ANC3E: Thursday, September 10, 7:30 p.m., Zoom  

ANC3F: Tuesday, September 15, 7:00 p.m., Zoom

ANC3/4G: Monday, September 14, 7:00 p.m., Zoom 

Art All Night Ward 3 - September 11 & 12: Art All Night returns to Chevy Chase, Cleveland Park, Glover Park, Tenleytown, Van Ness, Forest Hills, and Wakefield. Enjoy local artists, creators, and performances. There will be events happening both Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12. Learn more and see the various events and schedules at dcartallnight.org.

Chevy Chase DC Day and Woodley Park Day - September 19: Join me, local Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners, and other Councilmembers on Saturday, September 19, for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating community, local art, and neighborhood spirit. Both Chevy Chase DC Day and Woodley Park Day will take place that afternoon. These events are completely free, family-friendly, and open to all residents.

Chevy Chase DC Day

• Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Chevy Commons (surrounding the Chevy Chase Library and Community Center at 5601 Connecticut Ave NW)

Woodley Park Day

• Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Along the Connecticut Avenue corridor in Woodley Park

Please welcome Daniel Sagrera, who has joined the Committee on Human Services as a legislative assistant. Prior to joining my team, Daniel worked at Brady: United Against Gun Violence as state policy manager and previously served as a policy advisor at the DC Council. He holds a bachelor's degree from UC Santa Barbara and a master's degree from the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University. He is excited to once again serve the District at the Council. Constituents can email the Committee on Human Services at humanservices@dccouncil.gov.

Councilmember Matt Frumin

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Suite 408

202-724-8062