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Public Notice Roundup: Official City Meetings and Service Advisories for March 11

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Public Notice Roundup: Official City Meetings and Service Advisories for March 11
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Official Public Body Meetings

The District of Columbia has scheduled several public body meetings for Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Residents are encouraged to participate in these sessions, which cover topics ranging from local business licensing to housing and human rights. Notable meetings include:

  • Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board (ABC Board): The Board will convene from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) headquarters. The session will address licensing applications, protests, and administrative matters.
  • DC Housing Authority (DCHA) Board of Commissioners: A virtual meeting is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. to discuss ongoing housing initiatives and agency oversight.
  • Commission on African Affairs: The Commission will meet in person at Union Square from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss community outreach and policy recommendations.
  • D.C. State Board of Education (SBOE): The Student Experience and Engagement Committee will hold a virtual meeting via Zoom starting at 6:00 p.m.
  • Commission on Human Rights: A virtual meeting will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to review case updates and agency proceedings.

Council of the District of Columbia Filing Deadline

According to the official Council Period 26 calendar, Wednesday, March 11, serves as a critical administrative deadline. This is the final day for the close-of-business filing of committee reports to be included on the agenda for the upcoming Committee of the Whole Work Session scheduled for March 17, 2026. Legislative staff and committees are advised to ensure all documentation is submitted to the Office of the Secretary by the designated time.

Public Service Announcement: DMV Service Alert

The District Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds residents that the Georgetown DMV Service Center remains closed until further notice due to significant damage from a previous water main break. Residents requiring in-person services are directed to utilize other regional service centers. The DMV continues to encourage the use of online and mobile app services to complete vehicle registration renewals, address changes, and other administrative tasks.

Health and Environmental Updates

Following a sewage pipe collapse earlier this year, DC Health has confirmed that the recreational advisory for the Potomac River remains lifted as of early March. Recent water quality monitoring indicates that bacterial levels have stabilized within safe ranges for boating and fishing. However, swimming in the river remains prohibited by law. Additionally, health officials continue to monitor regional measles exposure risks following previous alerts, urging residents to remain vigilant regarding vaccination status and to report any symptoms of high fever or rash to healthcare providers immediately.