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Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, ANC 4C

SMD 4C07

Vote for
1
Term
2 years
Candidates
2
Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: An advisory neighborhood commissioner represents about 2,000 residents of one single-member district on the neighborhood commission, which advises the District government on zoning, liquor licenses, traffic, parks and other neighborhood matters. Unpaid; two-year term; nonpartisan.

Public safety

Housing

  • Lionel DrippsNo party listed

    • Supports legalizing sixplexes and easier ADU construction
  • Taunya (Richardson) MartinNo party listed

    • Supports new low-income and affordable housing in her SMD
    • Opposes legalizing apartments in every DC neighborhood

Economy & jobs

Roads & infrastructure

Environment & parks

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