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PR 26-0680

Commission on Nightlife and Culture Karla Styles Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Karla Styles is confirmed to serve as the District-based visual artist member of the Commission on Nightlife and Culture for the remaining term ending March 15, 2028.

Referred to Committee on Youth Affairs
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0680

Bill Summary – PR 26-0680 | Commission on Nightlife and Culture Karla Styles Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Basic purpose

  • This resolution confirms the appointment of Karla Styles as the District-based visual artist member of the Commission on Nightlife and Culture (the Commission).
  • Purpose: Fill the vacant seat formerly held by Maggie O’Neill for the remainder of an unexpired term ending March 15, 2028.

Key provisions and changes

  • Appointment Confirmation: The Council of the District of Columbia is asked to confirm Karla Styles as the District-based visual artist member of the Commission on Nightlife and Culture.
  • Term of Office: Appointment covers the remainder of an unexpired term, ending March 15, 2028.
  • Nomination Source: Nomination by the Mayor (Muriel Bowser) under the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office of and Commission on Nightlife and Culture Establishment Act of 2018.
  • Seating: Styles fills the vacant seat previously held by Maggie O’Neill.
  • Effective Date: Resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption.

Who is affected

  • Karla Styles: Receives confirmation to serve as the District-based visual artist member of the Commission.
  • Commission on Nightlife and Culture: Adds Styles as a voting or participating member for her term.
  • Maggie O’Neill: Predecessor whose seat is being filled.
  • The Mayor’s Office and City agencies involved in talent appointments: Responsible for nominating and transmitting the confirmation.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Nomination transmitted: April 27, 2026 (Mayor Bowser’s letter transmitting nomination and biographical information).
  • Confirmation action: Referred to the Committee on Youth Affairs (May 5, 2026).
  • Legislative action: The Council is asked to confirm the appointment via a resolution titled “Commission on Nightlife and Culture Karla Styles Confirmation Resolution of 2026.”
  • Legal sufficiency: The Mayor’s Office of General Counsel has issued a legal sufficiency certification confirming no legal objections to the resolution.
  • Transmission upon adoption: If adopted, a copy of the resolution is to be transmitted to Karla Styles and to the Mayor.

Additional context and qualifications

  • Karla Styles is described as a visual artist, muralist, teaching artist, creative director, and graphic designer with substantial experience in public art and community engagement in Washington, DC.
  • Professional background includes work with nonprofit teaching programs, mural projects, and collaborations with notable brands and media outlets.

Bottom line

PR 26-0680 is a straightforward confirmation of Karla Styles to the District’s Commission on Nightlife and Culture for the remaining term ending March 15, 2028. The action completes a formal appointment process initiated by the Mayor and requires Council confirmation.

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

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