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PR 26-0741

Board of Trustees of the University of the District of Columbia Marc Battle Confirmation Resolution of 2026

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

Confirms Marc Battle as a Trustee on the University of the District of Columbia Board of Trustees for the term ending May 15, 2030.

Committee Mark-up of PR26-0741 by the Committee of the Whole
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0741

Overview

PR 26-0741, the Board of Trustees of the University of the District of Columbia Marc Battle Confirmation Resolution of 2026, is a DC Council resolution to confirm the Mayor’s appointment of Marc Battle to the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) Board of Trustees. The nomination fills a vacant seat previously held by Christopher Bell and runs for the remainder of an unexpired term ending May 15, 2030.

Purpose and intent

  • To provide official confirmation of Marc Battle as a Trustee on UDC’s 15-member Board.
  • To ensure the Board remains fully staffed with Mayor-appointed members, enabling governance and oversight of public postsecondary education in DC.

Key provisions and changes

  • Confirmation: The Council confirms Marc Battle’s appointment to the UDC Board of Trustees.
  • Term length: The appointment covers the remainder of the unexpired term, ending May 15, 2030.
  • Seat details: Replaces the vacant seat formerly held by Christopher Bell.
  • Governance reference: Board is established by section 201 of the District of Columbia Public Postsecondary Education Reorganization Act.

Who is affected

  • Marc Battle: Appointee whose governance duties on the UDC Board will begin upon confirmation.
  • University of the District of Columbia: Benefits from experienced leadership and continuity on the Board.
  • DC Government processes: The Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments coordinates the nomination; the Council's Committee of the Whole conducts the confirmation process (including a public roundtable and potential testimony).

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Nomination date: June 4, 2026.
  • Public Roundtable: Scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. (Room 412, Track B, John A. Wilson Building). Purpose is to hear from constituents, students, faculty, and others regarding suitability.
  • Testimony: Testimony registration open via the Council’s Hearing Management System; testimony limited to three minutes, with options for in-person or virtual participation.
  • Record and submission: Public testimony statements to be recorded and made part of the official record; the record closes at 5:00 p.m. on July 8, 2026.
  • Legal sufficiency: The Mayor’s Office of the General Counsel has issued a legal sufficiency review indicating the resolution is legally unobjectionable.

Summary

PR 26-0741 is a straightforward confirmation bill authorizing Marc Battle to serve as a member of UDC’s Board of Trustees for the term ending May 15, 2030. It outlines the nomination, the term, and the procedural steps for confirmation, including a public roundtable and opportunities for testimony. The resolution specifies that upon adoption, a copy will be transmitted to the nominee and the Mayor, and it takes effect immediately.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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