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Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the Juvenile Curfew Emergency Amendment Act of 2025, extending curfew hours for juveniles and enabling the Metropolitan Police Department to establish flexible curfew zones to enhance public safety. The legislation aims to address rising concerns over youth gatherings leading to violence and criminal behavior.
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the Juvenile Curfew Emergency Amendment Act of 2025, which extends juvenile curfew hours and enhances enforcement tools to improve public safety. The legislation aims to address rising concerns about youth gatherings leading to violence in the District. It allows for a curfew starting at 11 PM during July and August and permits the Chief of Police to establish extended curfew zones.
Mayor Muriel Bowser broke ground on a $22 million addition to Barnard Elementary School in Washington, DC, aimed at modernizing facilities and eliminating temporary trailers. The project is part of the Mayor's FY26 budget, which allocates $2 billion for 30 school modernizations and upgrades. Scheduled for completion in July 2026, the new addition will enhance educational environments for students and teachers.
The Bowser Administration updated the District’s Heat Plan to enhance public safety during extreme temperatures. The plan introduces "heat alerts" and "extreme heat alerts," which will trigger the opening of cooling centers and public messaging through AlertDC and social media. Residents are encouraged to utilize available resources and check on vulnerable neighbors during heat events.
Mayor Muriel Bowser reopened the District’s Public Safety Communications Center (PSCC) following an $18.5 million renovation aimed at enhancing emergency communications. The upgrades include improved power systems and an expanded facility to support the Office of Unified Communications (OUC), which handled approximately 1.7 million 911 calls in 2024.
Mayor Muriel Bowser invites residents and visitors to participate in the DC Jazz Festival and other events throughout the summer. The festival will take place at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., starting on June 10, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance community engagement and promote local culture.
Georgetown University, the District of Columbia, and the National Park Service announced an agreement to enhance public access to the Potomac River along the Georgetown Waterfront. The deal involves Georgetown donating land for a new boathouse, which will support non-motorized boating activities and community access.
Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the reopening of Dupont Circle for WorldPride 2025, following renovations by the National Park Service. This event aims to enhance community celebration and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community in Washington, D.C.
Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will launch a weekly late-night summer series starting June 6, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The initiative highlights investments in parks and recreation for fiscal year 2026.
Mayor Muriel Bowser unveiled the transformed Mamie “Peanut” Johnson Plaza in Washington, DC, marking the completion of a $41 million infrastructure project aimed at improving safety and accessibility. The project also celebrates the Florida Avenue Multimodal Streetscape Project, enhancing connections between several neighborhoods. Mayor Bowser emphasized the importance of infrastructure in keeping pace with the city's rapid growth.