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PR 26-0679

Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board of Directors Joslyn Williams Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Confirms Joslyn Williams as the organized labor member of the Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board through May 16, 2029.

Referred to Committee on Executive Administration and Labor
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0679

Summary: PR 26-0679 – Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board of Directors Joslyn Williams Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Purpose

  • To confirm the appointment of Joslyn Williams as the organized labor member of the Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board of Directors.
  • This appointment fills a vacant seat that was previously held by John Boardman and runs for the remainder of an unexpired term ending May 16, 2029.

Key Provisions

  • Sec. 1: Title of the resolution.
  • Sec. 2: Confirms Joslyn Williams, Delaware Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20024 (Ward 6), as the organized labor member of the Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board of Directors, pursuant to the Washington Convention Center Authority Act of 1994 (DC Official Code § 10-1202.05). The term ends May 16, 2029.
  • Sec. 3: Requires the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor upon adoption.
  • Sec. 4: States that the resolution takes effect immediately.

Nominee Background (as provided in bill materials)

  • Name: Joslyn N. Williams
  • Former Roles:
    • Board of Directors, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) 2013–2025
    • Board of Directors, Washington Convention Center Authority 2004–2009
    • President, Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO (1982–2016)
    • Executive Director, AFSCME (1972–1978)
  • Notable recognizing awards include the Paul Robeson Award, Champion of Democracy Award, and Heschel Award.
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts, Howard University
  • Notable public service: Long history of labor leadership and involvement with DC-area civic and labor organizations; has served on numerous DC boards and commissions.

Who Would Be Affected

  • The organized labor sector within the District of Columbia would gain representation on the Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board of Directors.
  • The board itself would have its composition updated to reflect this appointment through May 2029.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Nomination submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser on April 27, 2026.
  • Legal sufficiency reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the DC Mayor’s Office General Counsel (per accompanying letter dated March 18, 2026).
  • Action history shows:
    • Introduced: April 27, 2026
    • Referred to: Committee on Executive Administration and Labor (May be inferred from listing)
    • Sponsors: Mayor Muriel Bowser (with co-sponsor Phil Mendelson)
  • Effective date: Immediate upon adoption of the resolution.

Additional Context

  • This is a routine confirmation process under the DC Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Washington Convention Center Authority Act of 1994.
  • The bill does not modify the powers or responsibilities of the Washington Convention and Sports Authority Board; it simply confirms the appointment of a new organized labor member.

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

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