Ward 5 CM McDuffie: Happy Thanksgiving

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From: Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie <kmcduffie@dccouncil.us>
Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2020 9:24 AM
Subject: Happy Thanksgiving 

View this email in your browser     Neighbors, As we count our blessings and gather with loved ones, I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving.  The COVID-19 pandemic may have changed the way we traditionally come together, however I am thankful for the way Ward 5 rallied together to serve and give back.  Through my annual Thanksgiving Turkey distribution I was able to supply hundreds of turkeys to our seniors and residents in need across Ward 5.  I would like to thank all of the amazing volunteers who joined us.   Have a safe and fun filled Thanksgiving. In Service, Kenyan   In this issue of the Ward 5 Report: Legislative Update Kenyan in the News Kenyan in the Community Small Business Spotlight November 28th - Small Business Saturday DCPL Facilities Master Plan COVID-19 Testing Thanksgiving Guidance Meal Sites Restaurant Guidance Indoor Gatherings Guidance     Legislative Update   Mayor Bowser Funds Councilmember McDuffie's $100 Million Business Support Grant Legislation     Kenyan in the News   Councilmember McDuffie was quoted in the Washington post following the launch of a $100 million grant program for hard-hit businesses mirrored after legislation he authored in July. Councilmember McDuffie discussed the Diverse Native Washingtonian Commemorative Works Amendment Act of 2020 with Anna-Lysa Gayle on ABC 7 News - WJLA. Councilmember McDuffie was interviewed by the Washington Post as he assisted a local non profit provide food to Ward 5 residents in need for Thanksgiving.     Kenyan in the Community             Small Business Spotlight     In July, Councilmember McDuffie introduced a bill to direct $100M in COVID-19 relief grants to DC local businesses. The mayor funded the bill and announced the Bridge fund—$35M to restaurants, $30M to hotels, $20M to entertainment, and $15M to retail. Hotels can apply now at https://coronavirus.dc.gov/bridgefund     November 28th - Small Business Saturday     On November 28, shops and brands from around the city are coming together for a virtual Small Business Saturday event.  To find out how you can click here.     Looking for small businesses to support along the North Capitol business corridor click here.     Looking for small businesses to support along the Rhode Island Ave Main Street corridor click here.     Looking for small businesses to support along the Bladensburg Road Main Street corridor click here.     DCPL Facilities Master Plan       COVID-19 Testing       Thanksgiving Guidance       Meal Sites       Restaurant Guidance       Indoor Gatherings Guidance