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Links to the District of Columbia Government
D.C. Government Services |
Agency and Description of Services |
Contact Information/Website |
Office of Administrative Hearings
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(202) 442-9091
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Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Provides technical assistance to the 37 ANCs, composed of elected neighborhood residents, who advise the District government on particular issues affecting their areas, including planning, transportation, social services, health, public safety, sanitation, and Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) licensing. |
(202) 727-9945 (phone) (202) 727-0289 (fax) | |
Office on African Affairs The Office on African Affairs (OAA) provides constituent services and information to African communities through programmatic activities and outreach materials; serves as a liaison between the African communities, District government agencies, and the Mayor; and provides briefings to the Mayor and District government agencies about the particular needs or interests of the African residents of the |
(202) 727-5634
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Office on Aging Develops and institutes health, education, employment, and social services for District residents age 60 and older. |
(202) 724-5622 (phone) (202) 724-4979 (fax) | |
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration |
(202) 442-4423 | |
Animal Shelter, DC The District's Animal Shelter and animal control programs are managed by the Washington Humane Society, an independent organization. The shelter houses and cares for thousands of the city's homeless cats and dogs, rabbits, snakes, and other animals. The DC Animal Control Facility is administered by the Department of Health. Pictures and descriptions of animals available for adoption can be found on the Washington Humane Society's website. Information about animal control is available on the Department of Health website. |
(202) 576-6664
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Commission on the Arts and Humanities Provides funds and information to initiate, develop, and support cultural activities and the arts, including services to artists, art organizations, educational and community organizations, and government agencies. |
(202) 724-5613 (phone) (202) 727-4135 (fax) | |
Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Advises the Mayor, the DC Council, and the District government on the views, needs, and concerns of Asian and Pacific Islanders (APIs) in DC; organizes and facilitates for the API community programs on public safety, human rights, economic development, housing, employment, social services, public health, transportation, education, and multicultural development. |
(202) 727-3120 (phone) (202) 727-9655 (fax)
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Office of the Attorney General Formerly named Office of the Corporation Counsel (OCC), the Office of the Attorney General conducts all law business for the District and handles all suits made by and against the government including state, local, and county matters, and the child support program. |
(202) 727-3400 (phone) (202) 347-8922 (fax) | |
Office of the DC Auditor Promotes the economy, efficiency, and accountability of the Government of the |
(202) 727-3600 (phone) (202) 724-8814 (fax) | |
Mayor's Office of Boards and Commissions Reviews and makes recommendations to the Mayor for appointments to more than 150 advisory, policy making, licensing, adjudicatory and legislative boards, commissions and committees. Promotes citizen input and participation in the selection of citizens to serve on boards and commissions. |
(202) 727-1372 (phone) (202) 727-2359 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of Cable Television Monitors and regulates basic cable service for District residents, resolves disputes between cable subscribers and providers, and provides programming for DC Cable Channels 13 and 16. |
(202) 671-0066 (phone) (202) 332-7020 (fax)
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Office of Campaign Finance The Office of Campaign Finance is a subordinate unit of the Board of Elections and Ethics, an independent agency. Regulates the financial disclosure process and conduct of political campaigns, candidates, lobbyists, public officials, and political committees. |
(202) 671-0547 (phone) (202) 671-0658 (fax) | |
Office of the Chief Financial Officer Prepares the city's annual budget; borrows on behalf of the District; collects receipts, payments, and transactions for the District; invests the city's funds; administers and enforces tax laws; and produces the audited statements for the city's financial condition. |
(202) 727-2476 (phone) (202) 727-1643 (fax) | |
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Investigates and certifies all deaths in the District of Columbia that occur as the result of violence (injury) as well as those that occur unexpectedly, without medical attention, in custody, or pose a threat to public health. |
(202) 698-9000 (phone) (202) 698-9100 (fax)
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Office of the Chief of Staff Provides leadership, strategic direction, and policy guidance to the Executive Office of the Mayor, Deputy Mayors, agencies, and citizens so that the District can strengthen children, youth, families and individuals; build and sustain healthy neighborhoods; promote economic development; make government work; and enhance unity of purpose and democracy. |
dc.gov/mayor/bios/dolphin.shtm (202) 727-2643 (phone) (202) 727-2975 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of the Chief Technology Officer Plans, develops, and implements the use of new technology for District agencies to improve delivery of services to residents, businesses and visitors. |
(202) 727-2277 (phone) (202) 727-6857 (fax) | |
Child and Family Services Agency The Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) is the |
(202) 442-6000 (phone) (202) 442-6498 (fax) | |
Child Support Services Division The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) performs all legal and programmatic functions associated with the District government's child support program. This Division provides services to assist District families by establishing paternity, locating absent parents, establishing child and medical support orders, reviewing and modifying child support orders, and enforcing delinquent child support orders. In addition, the Child Support Services Division recoups Temporary Assistance for Needy Family payments made to families when a non-custodial parent is not paying child support, Title IV-D foster care payments, or Medicaid payments. |
(202) 442-9900
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Office of the City Administrator Provides oversight and support to the Deputy Mayors and increases government effectiveness with cross-agency and targeted improvement initiatives, including the integration of strategic policy priorities, budgetary constraints, and operational directives. |
(202) 478-9200 (phone) (202) 727-9878 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Mayor's Citywide Main number for the DC government. Residents may call to report a problem or violation, offer feedback to the Mayor, or obtain government information. |
311 (phone) | |
Clean City Initiative The Office of the |
(202) 724-8967 John A. | |
Executive Office of Communications Coordinates, disseminates, generates, and tracks press coverage on the administration’s vision, policies, and actions, to internal agencies and the general public, along with agency communication review and coordination, and emergency preparedness response services. |
(202) 727-5011 (phone) (202) 727-9561 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of Community Affairs The mission of the Office of Community Affairs is to meet the needs of the residents of the |
(202) 724-5556 (phone) (202) 272-8527 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services The Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS) serves as the Mayor's primary constituent services organization by providing rapid, complete, coordinated, and documented responses to constituent requests, complaints, and questions. |
(202) 442-8150 (phone) (202) 727-5931 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Licenses professionals and businesses; inspects and regulates building, housing, and land; and enforces business laws for the District’s residents, companies, and entrepreneurs. |
(202) 442-4400 (phone) (202) 442-9445 (fax)
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Contract Appeals Board The Contract Appeals Board has exclusive jurisdiction to decide protests of District contract solicitations and awards, appeals by contractors of District contracting officer final decisions, claims by the District against contractors, appeals by contractors of suspensions and debarments, and contractor appeals of interest payment claims under the Quick Payment Act. The Board's website provides links for parties to conduct electronic filing in Board cases and to conduct full text searching of pleadings in pending and closed cases. |
(202) 727-6597 (phone) (202) 727-3993 (fax) | |
Office of Contracting and Procurement The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP), under the direction of the Chief Procurement Officer, was established by DC Law in 1997 and provides contracting services for selected agencies and offices in the District. |
(202) 727-0252 (phone) (202) 727-9385 (fax)
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Department of Corrections Provides safe and secure confinement of those accused of crimes while awaiting trials and for convicted offenders. |
(202) 673-7316 (phone) (202) 671-0169 (fax) | |
Council of the The Council of the The DC Council develops legislative initiatives and budget priorities to promote the public welfare. It oversees the performance of government agencies and the implementation of management reforms to improve service delivery. All legislative powers are vested in the DC Council. |
www.dccouncil.washington.dc.us (202) 724-8000 (phone) (202) 347-3070 (fax)
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DC Court of Appeals The DC Court of Appeals is an independent agency. Hears all criminal, civil and agency appeals, and administers the |
(202) 879-2701 (phone) (202) 626-8840 (fax)
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Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency The Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency is within federal jurisdiction. The Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency is a federal agency responsible for pretrial services and adult parole, probation, and supervised release in the |
(202) 220-5300 (phone) (202) 220-5350 (fax) | |
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is an independent agency. Serves as a forum to identify citywide justice issues and solutions, propose actions, and facilitate cooperation that will improve public safety and related criminal justice services for |
(202) 442-9283 (phone) (202) 724-3691 (fax)
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DC General Ambulatory and Offers a wide range of clinical services including |
(202) 548-5111
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DC Public Defender Service The DC Public Defender Service is an independent agency. The DC Public Defender Service (PDS) provides legal representation in serious criminal and juvenile delinquency cases for individuals who cannot afford a lawyer. PDS also provides representation for individuals charged with parole violations and for individuals facing involuntary civil commitment to Saint Elizabeths hospital. Along with these and other services to the community, PDS also has an attorney available on a daily basis to answer questions about criminal matters from community residents. |
(202) 628-1200 (phone) (202) 824-2378 (fax) | |
DC Sentencing and Criminal Code Revision Commission The DC Sentencing Commission (formerly the Advisory Commission on Sentencing) is an independent agency. The DC Sentencing and Criminal Code Revision Commission (formerly the Advisory Commission on Sentencing) recommends sentencing and corrections policy to the DC Council. |
(202) 727-8822 (phone) (202) 727-7929 (fax)
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DC Sports and Entertainment Commission
The DC Sports and Entertainment Commission, an independent agency of the |
(202) 547-9077 (phone) (202) 547-7460 (fax)
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DC Summer Fun (Formerly known as Safe Passages Summer Youth Program.) DC Summer Fun provides a variety of programs such as reading clubs, camps, sports, and summer jobs for young people in the District. There are also free meals, health and mental health services available. This program is offered through the collaboration of the: DC Public Libraries, State Education Office, Department of Employment Services, Department of Parks and Recreation, DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation, DC Public Schools, Department of Human Services, Department of Mental Health, Department of Health, and Office of the Deputy Mayor for Children, Youth, Families and Elders. |
(202) 727-8001 (phone) (202) 727-0246 (fax) | |
Disability Rights, Office of Provides oversight of |
(202) 724-5055 (phone) (202) 727-9484 (fax) | |
Department on Disability Services The Department on Disability Services (DDS) provides services to more than 10,000 residents with disabilities through its two administrations. Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) offers training and other services aimed at assisting people with disabilities to prepare for and retain employment. The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) provides services that enable people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful and productive lives in our community. |
(202) 730-1700 (phone) (202) 730-1843 (fax) | |
Board of Elections and Ethics The Board of Elections and Ethics is a charter independent agency. Administers and enforces DC election laws under home rule as an independent charter agency; Educates the public and makes voter registration more accessible. |
(202) 727-2525 (phone) (202) 347-2648 (fax) | |
Office of Employee Appeals OEA adjudicates appeals from DC government employees of final agency decision regarding adverse actions for cause that result in removal, RIF, suspensions for 10 days or more, reduction in grade, performance ratings that result in removal, and placement on enforced leave for 10 days or more. |
(202) 727-0004 (phone) (202) 727-5631 (fax) | |
Department of Employment Services Trains and recruits potential employees, provides unemployment and workers’ injury compensation, and promotes safe working conditions. |
(202) 724-7000 (phone) (202) 673-6993 (fax)
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District Department of the Environment Provides programs and services that protect human health and the environment and address energy efficiency issues for all sectors of the city. |
(202) 673-6700 (phone) (202) 673-6725 (fax) 51 N Street, NE, Sixth Floor | |
Office of Ex-Offender Affairs The Office on Ex-Offender Affairs (OEOA) provides direct services, resources and information to assist DC residents in making a successful reintegration after a period of incarceration. Hours of operation: 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday |
(202) 715-7670 (phone) (202) 715-7672 (fax) | |
Office of Finance and Resource Management Collects and pays utility and telecommunications services for District government agencies. |
(202) 727-0333 (phone) (202) 724-4316 (fax) | |
Office of the Chief Financial Officer Prepares the city's annual budget; borrows on behalf of the District; collects receipts, payments, and transactions for the District, invests the city's funds; administers and enforces tax laws; and produces the audited statements for the city's financial condition. |
(202) 727-2476 (phone) | |
Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department Prevents and extinguishes fires; provides emergency medical, ambulance, and rescue services. |
(202) 673-3331 (phone) (202) 673-3188 (fax) | |
Office of General Counsel to the Mayor Serves as principal legal advisor to the Mayor; reviews and evaluates all significant legal and policy initiatives and settlement proposals; designs and implements legal strategies for the termination of court imposed intervention into District operations; and coordinates legal, policy, and operational initiatives related to compliance with court orders and the transition from court intervention to government control. |
(202) 727-1597 (phone) (202) 724-7743 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Greater The Greater Southeast Community Hospital is an independent regional body. Offers comprehensive, integrated healthcare to medically underserved residents in |
(202) 574-6000 (phone) (202) 574-7188 (fax) 1310 Southern Avenue, | |
Department of Health Designs public health systems, diagnoses and investigates health threats, develops policy, provides education and disease prevention, and administers the low-income Medicaid insurance program. |
(202) 671-5000 (phone) (202) 442-4788 (fax)
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HIV/AIDS Administration The HIV/AIDS Administration partners with health and community-based organizations to provide HIV/AIDS prevention and care services to District and |
(202) 671-4900 (phone)
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Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency This agency provides 24-hour emergency assistance to the public, achieved by mobilizing and deploying emergency services personnel and resources; updating emergency operation plans and strategies; training emergency personnel; managing special events; and informing the public of impending emergencies and disasters, in order to save lives and protect property in the |
(202) 727-6161 (phone) (202) 673-2290 (fax) 2720 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE | |
Department of Housing and Community Development Acquires and coordinates public and private funding to improve housing, community, and economic development in the District. |
(202) 442-7200 (phone) (202) 442-8391 (fax) | |
DC Housing Authority
Manages and provides subsidized public housing for low-income, elderly, and disabled District residents. |
(202) 535-1500 (phone) (202) 535-1740 (fax)
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Housing Finance Agency The Housing Finance Agency is an independent agency. Stimulates and expands home ownership and rental opportunities by issuing tax-exempt Mortgage Revenue Bonds to lower costs of single-family and rental housing. |
(202) 777-1600 (phone) (202) 986-6705 (fax) | |
Department of Human Resources Institutes and creates management programs to recruit, train, and retain employees for the DC government. |
(202) 442-9700 (phone) (202) 727-6827 (fax) | |
Office of Human Rights Investigates and settles illegal discrimination complaints in jobs, housing, public accommodations, and education by enforcing civil rights laws. |
(202) 727-4559 (phone) (202) 727-9589 (fax) | |
Department of Human Services Sets policy and provides social services for rehabilitation and self-sufficiency for DC residents including childhood development, youth services, public assistance, disability, and rehabilitation programs. |
(202) 671-4200 (phone) (202) 671-4325 (fax)
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Office of the Inspector General The Office of the Inspector General is an independent agency. Conducts audits and investigations of District government programs and departments to deter waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement. |
(202) 727-2540 (phone) (202) 727-9846 (fax) | |
Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Supervises District insurance and securities firms, and financial institutions, while fostering relationships with and attracting national and international financial services businesses to the city. |
(202) 727-8000 (phone) (202) 535-1196 (fax) | |
DC Jail |
(202) 673-8136 (phone) (202) 698-4877 (fax)
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Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure The Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure is an independent agency. Reviews misconduct, evaluates reappointment, and conducts fitness and performance reviews of DC judges. |
(202) 727-1363 (phone) (202) 727-9718 (fax) | |
Judicial Nomination Commission Selects and recommends judicial nominees to the President of the |
(202) 879-0478 (phone) (202) 737-9126 (fax) | |
Justice Grants Administration The Justice Grants Administration (OJGA) is the |
(202) 727-6239 (phone) (202) 727-6332 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of Labor Management Programs Administers a comprehensive citywide labor-management cooperation program for all agencies under the administrative authority of the Mayor; coordinates the work of the DC Labor Management Partnership Council (DCLMPC), encourages dialogue among managers, employees, and their representatives; and promotes labor-management partnerships. |
(202) 727-4999 (phone) (202) 724-7713 (fax)
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Office of Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining The Office of Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining (OLRCB) is a component of the Executive Office of the Mayor, Office of the City Administrator, and effectively represents the |
(202) 724-4953 (phone) (202) 727-6887 (fax)
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Office on Latino Affairs Ensures that the Latino community has full access to quality health, education, employment, and social services in the District. |
(202) 671-2825 (phone) (202) 673-4557 (fax) | |
Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs The Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Affairs (LGBT) is a permanent, cabinet-level office within the Executive Office of the Mayor established by statute in 2006 to address the important concerns of the District's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender residents. From 2004 to 2006, the office operated under Mayor's Order 2004-148. Prior to 2004, a special assistant to the Mayor for LGBT issues provided constituent services and community outreach. Today, the Office of LGBT Affairs places DC among a select group of cities including |
(202) 727-9493 (phone) (202) 727-5931 (fax) | |
Library, Public The Library, Public is an independent agency. The DC Public Library provides environments that invite reading, learning and community discussion and equips people to learn all their lives, to embrace diversity and to build a thriving city. |
(202) 727-0321 (phone) (202) 727-1129 (fax) | |
DC Lottery and Charitable Games Control Board The DC Lottery and Charitable Games Control Board is an independent agency. Generates revenues for the District’s General Fund and regulates legalized lotteries, online numbers, and other charitable games activities. |
(202) 645-8000 (phone) (202) 645-7914 (fax) 2101 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE | |
Executive Office of the Mayor Sets policy, provides management for agencies, and serves the general public. |
(202) 727-2980 (phone) (202) 727-0505 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Department of Mental Health Regulates the District's mental health system for adults, children and youth, and their families, and provides mental health services directly through the Community Service Agency (for community-based consumers of mental health services) and |
(202) 673-7440 (phone) (202) 673-3433 (fax)
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Metropolitan Police Department Protects District residents from crime, fear of crime, and general disorder and establishes trust and respect within the community. If calling from outside DC, please dial (202) 737-4404. |
311 (202) 727-9524 (phone) | |
Metropolitan The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments is an independent agency. Develops regional programs to resolve the issues of drug abuse, traffic congestion, public safety, inadequate housing, and air and water pollution to make |
(202) 962-3200 (phone) (202) 962-3201 (fax)
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Office of Motion Picture and Television Development |
(202) 727-6608 (phone) (202) 727-3246 (fax)
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Department of Motor Vehicles Provides traffic hearings, vehicle inspections, registration, and drivers’ tests. |
(202) 727-5000 95 M Street, | |
National Capital Planning Commission The National Capital Planning Commission is an independent regional body. |
(202) 482-7200 (phone) (202) 482-7272 (fax) | |
DC National Guard The DC National Guard is a charter independent agency. Serves as additional protection for the District and federal governments during civil emergencies with the DC Metropolitan Police Department and other law enforcement. When called to duty, joins the ranks of the nation’s military forces. |
(202) 685-9790 DC National Guard Armory | |
Ombudsman for Public Education The Ombudsman is the city’s face of customer service for education and assists parents and students with questions and problems within District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS), |
(202) 741-8777 (phone) (202) 727-1149 (fax) | |
Department of Parks and Recreation Provides and coordinates recreational and educational centers including playgrounds, senior centers, day care facilities, pools, parks, and after school programs. |
(202) 673-7647 (phone) (202) 673-2087 (fax) | |
US Parole Commission The US Parole Commission is within federal jurisdiction. The mission of the United States Parole Commission is to ensure public safety by exercising its authority regarding the release and supervision of criminal offenders under its jurisdiction in a way that promotes justice. The commission makes parole and parole revocation decisions for federal and |
(301) 492-5990 (phone) (301) 492-4453 (fax) | |
Office of Partnerships and Grants Development Offers services and assistance to increase the capacity of District government agencies and nonprofit organizations to be informed about and successfully compete for all available federal, District, and foundation grant dollars. |
(202) 727-8900 (phone) (202) 727-1652 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of the People's Counsel The Office of the People's Counsel is an independent agency. Represents utility customers in disputes over natural gas, electric, and telephone services, as well as no-fault car insurance rates. |
(202) 727-3071 (phone) (202) 727-1014 (fax) | |
Office of Planning Plans all land use in the |
(202) 442-7600 (phone) (202) 442-7638 (fax) | |
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Develops and implements entrepreneurial programs for local and small businesses. Promotes neighborhood revitalization and economic growth in the District. |
(202) 727-6365 (phone) (202) 727-6703 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Police and Firefighters' Retirement and Relief Board The Police and Firefighters' Retirement and Relief Board determines eligibility for optional retirement, disability and related matters for District police and firefighters, US Park Police and US Secret Service and their survivors. The board ensures fair and equitable treatment to all members under the purview of the Police and Firefighters’ Retirement and Disability Act as amended by P.L. 96-122. The seven-member voting board meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays to conduct its due process hearings. |
(202) 442-9622 (phone) (202) 727-5419 (fax)
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Office of Police Complaints The Office of Police Complaints is an independent agency. Provides the public with an independent, fair, and impartial forum for the review and resolution of citizen complaints of misconduct against Metropolitan Police Department officers. |
(202) 727-3838 (phone) (202) 727-9182 (fax) 1400 I Street, NW | |
Police Department, Metropolitan Protects District residents from crime, fear of crime, and general disorder and establishes trust and respect within the community. If calling from outside DC, please dial (202) 737-4404. |
311 (phone) (202) 727-9524 (fax) | |
Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs Provides advice, analysis, and assistance to the Mayor and his cabinet so they can successfully advocate a legislative and policy agenda. |
(202) 727-6979 (phone) (202) 727-3765 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Pretrial Services Agency The District of Columbia Pretrial Services agency is a federal executive branch investigation and supervision agency for defendants who are released into the community while awaiting trial in both the DC Superior and US District courts. |
(202) 220-5500 (phone) (202) 220-5655 (fax) | |
Office of Property Management Maintains and analyzes contracts for the real estate management, construction, custodial, and security of the District’s properties. |
(202) 724-4400 (phone) (202) 727-9877 (fax)
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DC The Public Charter School Board is a charter independent agency. Provides an alternative, customized, free education to District students. It receives and reviews applications to develop public charter schools; awards or denies requests for charters; monitors the operations of public charter schools, as well as the progress of students in those schools; and renews charters, or withdraws and revokes charters of schools that fall short of their goals or whose students perform poorly. |
(202) 328-2660 (phone) (202) 328-2661 (fax) | |
Public Employee Relations Board
Resolves disputes between the District government and labor organizations which represent District agency employees. |
(202) 727-1822 (phone) (202) 727-9116 (fax) | |
DC Public Schools Provides quality education, ensures a safe and secure learning environment, and provides support services to DC school children. |
(202) 442-5885 (phone) | |
Public Service Commission The Public Service Commission is a charter independent agency. Oversees the utility companies that provide natural gas, electricity, and telecommunications services for the District. |
(202) 626-5100 (phone) (202) 393-1389 (fax) | |
Department of Public Works Manages and maintains public areas and transportation facilities, collects and disposes waste, regulates parking, and retrieves and sells abandoned vehicles. |
(202) 673-6833 (phone) (202) 671-0642 (fax) | |
Board of Real Property Assessments and Appeals The Board of Real Property Assessments and Appeals is an independent agency. The Board of Real Property Assessments and Appeals is the second-level real property assessment appeals process. |
(202) 727-6860 (phone) (202) 727-0392 (fax) | |
Rehabilitation Services Administration The Rehabilitation Services Administration provides comprehensive vocational and independent living services to persons with disabilities. |
(202) 442-8663 (phone) (202) 442-8742 (fax)
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DC Retirement Board The DC Retirement Board is an independent agency. Invests, controls and manages the assets of the DC Teachers’ Retirement System and the DC Police Officers and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System. |
(202) 343-3200 (phone) (202) 566-5000 (fax) 2nd Floor | |
Office of Risk Management The Office of Risk Management provides risk identification, analyses, control and financing direction, guidance and support to District agencies so that they can minimize the total cost of risk. |
(202) 727-8600 (phone) (202) 727-8319 (fax)
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Safe Passages Summer Programs (Currently known as DC Summer Fun) Safe Passages Summer Programs provides a variety of programs such as reading clubs, camps, sports, and summer jobs for young people in the District. There are also free meals, health and mental health services available. This program is offered through the collaboration of the: DC Public Libraries, State Education Office, Department of Employment Services, Department of Parks and Recreation, DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation, DC Public Schools, Department of Human Services, Department of Mental Health, Department of Health, and Office of the Deputy Mayor for Children, Youth, Families and Elders. |
(202) 698-3492 | |
Office of the Secretary Serves as the sole custodian of the |
(202) 727-6306 (phone) (202) 727-3582 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Sentencing and Criminal Code Revision Commission (Advisory Commission on Sentencing) The District of Columbia Sentencing and Criminal Code Revision Commission (formerly the Advisory Commission on Sentencing) recommends sentencing and corrections policy to the DC Council. |
(202) 727-8822 (phone) (202) 727-7929 (fax)
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Serve DC Main city resource for supporting and strengthening community service through partnerships, national service and volunteerism. |
(202) 727-7925
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Department of Small and Local Business Development The mission of the District of Columbia Department of Small and Local Business Development is to foster economic growth and development of Local, Small and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (LSDBE) through supportive legislation, business development programs, agency and public/private contract compliance. |
(202) 727-3900 (phone) (202) 724-3786 (fax) | |
The DC State Board of Education is responsible for advising the State Superintendent of Education on educational matters, including state standards, state policies and state regulations proposed by the Mayor or the State Superintendent of Education. |
(202) 741-0888
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State Superintendent of Education, Office of the Formerly known as the State Education Office (SEO), the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) enhances educational services and opportunities to meet the life-long learning needs of all District residents by ensuring equitable distribution and availability of administrative, financial, and nutrition resources. |
(202) 727-6436 (phone) (202) 727-2834 (fax)
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Summer Youth Program (Currently known as DC Summer Fun) DC's Summer Youth Program provides a variety of programs such as reading clubs, camps, sports, and summer jobs for young people in the District. There are also free meals, health and mental health services available. This program is offered through the collaboration of the: DC Public Libraries, State Education Office, Department of Employment Services, Department of Parks and Recreation, DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation, DC Public Schools, Department of Human Services, Department of Mental Health, Department of Health, and Office of the Deputy Mayor for Children, Youth, Families and Elders. |
(202) 463-6211 (phone) (202) 727-0246 (fax) | |
Superior Court of the The Superior Court of the Protects civilian rights and liberties, upholds and interprets the law, and resolves disputes peacefully, fairly and effectively in the nation's capital; hears civil, criminal, administrative, family, landlord and tenant, and other cases involving DC law; issues marriage licenses and accepts filings for divorce; and, the DC Superior Court Jurors' Office summons District of Columbia residents for jury service.* |
(202) 879-1010 H. Carl Moultrie I Courthouse | |
Office of Tax and Revenue The Office of Tax and Revenue is a unit of the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. Administers and enforces the District’s tax laws, collects revenues for the city, and records deeds and other written instruments affecting a right, title, or interest in real or personal property. |
cfo.dc.gov/otr/site/default.asp (202) 727-4829 (phone) (202) 442-6477 (fax)
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DC Taxicab Commission The DC Taxicab Commission is an independent agency. Regulates, oversees, and enforces laws for taxis, limos, sightseeing vehicles, and private ambulances for the District. |
(202) 645-6018 (phone) (202) 889-3604 (fax) 2041 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE, Suite 204 | |
Office of the Chief Technology Officer Plans, develops and implements the use of new technology for District agencies to improve delivery of services. |
(202) 727-2277 (phone) (202) 727-6857 (fax) | |
Office of the Tenant Advocate |
(202) 442-8359 (phone)
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Transit Authority, The Transit Authority, Washington Metropolitan Area is an independent regional body. Provides bus and rail system for the DC metropolitan area and establishes fares, funding, and operations of the system. |
(202) 962-1234 (phone) (202) 962-1133 (fax) | |
Transit Commission, Regulates and allows the operation of airport shuttles, charter and tour busses, handicapped transportation, and other private-owned passenger carriers in the District and the surrounding metropolitan area. |
(202) 331-1671 (phone) (202) 653-2179 (fax) | |
District Department of Transportation Plans, designs, constructs, and maintains the District's roadways, alleys, sidewalks, bridges, and traffic signals. |
(202) 673-6813 (phone) (202) 671-0127 (fax) | |
DC Tuition Assistance Grant Program |
(202) 727-2824
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Office of Unified Communications The Office of Unified Communications provides centralized District-wide coordination and management of public safety voice radio technology and other public safety wireless communication systems and resources. |
(202) 730-0524 (phone) (202) 730-0514 (fax) | |
The United States Attorney's Office is within federal jurisdiction. The mission of the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia is to enforce the criminal laws of the United States and the District of Columbia, represent the interests of the United States in civil litigation, and respond to the public safety needs of the community by leading an effective, well-coordinated law enforcement effort that contributes to the overall goal of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia. |
www.usdoj.gov/usao/dc/index.html (202) 514-7566 | |
University of the The University of the Provides a quality affordable college education to DC residents for certificate, associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degrees. |
(202) 274-5000 (phone) (202) 274-5212 (fax) | |
Urban Forestry Administration The Urban Forestry Administration's mission is to establish a full population of street trees within the District and to assure that those street trees are maintained in a healthy and safe condition. |
(202) 673-6813
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Office of Veterans Affairs The District of Columbia Office of Veterans Affairs (OVA) effectively advocates on behalf of District veterans and their families, and assists them in obtaining veteran services and benefits. In addition, the OVA recognizes the military service and sacrifice of DC veterans with commemorative programs and events. |
(202) 724-5454 (phone) (202) 724-7117 (fax)
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Office of Victim Services The Office of Victim Services (OVS) was established by Mayor’s Order 2004-119 on July 19, 2004. OVS is responsible for coordinating and supporting victim services within the District by working with DC government agencies and community-based organizations to develop, expand, and improve services that are provided to victims of violent crime. OVS also provides information and recommendations to the Mayor regarding the needs of victims and best practices for meeting those needs. |
(202) 727-3934 (phone) (202) 724-3819 (fax) John A Wilson Building | |
The Washington Convention Center Authority is an independent agency. Promotes and hosts large national and international conventions and trade shows, provides space for local and public events at the |
(202) 249-3000 | |
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is an independent regional body. Provides bus and rail system for the metropolitan area and establishes fares, funding, and operations of the system. |
(202) 962-1234 (phone) (202) 962-1133 (fax) | |
Regulates and allows the operation of airport shuttles, charter and tour busses, handicapped transportation, and other private-owned passenger carriers in the District and the surrounding Metropolitan Area. |
(202) 331-1671 (phone) (202) 653-2179 (fax) | |
The The tourism corporation's mission is to enhance the city's economy by continually increasing the number of overnight visitors to the |
(202) 789-7000 (phone) (202) 789-7037 (fax) | |
DC Water and Sewer Authority The DC Water and Sewer Authority is an independent agency. Provides drinkable water to the District, treats and maintains wastewater, sewer systems, and storm-water flows. |
(202) 787-2000 (phone) (202) 787-2210 (fax)
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Women's Policy and Initiatives, Office on The Office on Women's Policy and Initiatives (OWPI) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all women and their families within the |
(202) 724-1516 (phone) (202) 727-1725 (fax) | |
DC Workforce Investment Council The DC Workforce Investment Council is an independent agency. Oversees the creation and improvement of services and programs that address the workforce development needs of the region's employers and the District's residents. |
(202) 698-5826 (phone) (202) 724-1334 (fax) | |
Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) provides citywide services for delinquency prevention and control to the protection of the community and the rehabilitation of youth. Specifically, DYRS provides security, supervision, and residential and community support services for committed and detained juvenile offenders and juvenile Persons in Need of Supervision (PINS). Clients are engaged in a variety of educational, therapeutic, recreational, and cultural enrichment programs |
(202) 576-8175 | |
Office of Zoning The Office of Zoning is a charter independent agency. Maintains and regulates applications for zoning; schedules public hearings; coordinates zoning application reviews; and provides information to the public, developers, and contractors. |
(202) 727-6311 (phone) (202) 727-6072 (fax) |
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(202) 442-9091
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Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Provides technical assistance to the 37 ANCs, composed of elected neighborhood residents, who advise the District government on particular issues affecting their areas, including planning, transportation, social services, health, public safety, sanitation, and Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) licensing. |
(202) 727-9945 (phone) (202) 727-0289 (fax) | |
Office on African Affairs The Office on African Affairs (OAA) provides constituent services and information to African communities through programmatic activities and outreach materials; serves as a liaison between the African communities, District government agencies, and the Mayor; and provides briefings to the Mayor and District government agencies about the particular needs or interests of the African residents of the |
(202) 727-5634
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Office on Aging Develops and institutes health, education, employment, and social services for District residents age 60 and older. |
(202) 724-5622 (phone) (202) 724-4979 (fax) | |
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration |
(202) 442-4423 | |
Animal Shelter, DC The District's Animal Shelter and animal control programs are managed by the Washington Humane Society, an independent organization. The shelter houses and cares for thousands of the city's homeless cats and dogs, rabbits, snakes, and other animals. The DC Animal Control Facility is administered by the Department of Health. Pictures and descriptions of animals available for adoption can be found on the Washington Humane Society's website. Information about animal control is available on the Department of Health website. |
(202) 576-6664
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Commission on the Arts and Humanities Provides funds and information to initiate, develop, and support cultural activities and the arts, including services to artists, art organizations, educational and community organizations, and government agencies. |
(202) 724-5613 (phone) (202) 727-4135 (fax) | |
Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs Advises the Mayor, the DC Council, and the District government on the views, needs, and concerns of Asian and Pacific Islanders (APIs) in DC; organizes and facilitates for the API community programs on public safety, human rights, economic development, housing, employment, social services, public health, transportation, education, and multicultural development. |
(202) 727-3120 (phone) (202) 727-9655 (fax)
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Office of the Attorney General Formerly named Office of the Corporation Counsel (OCC), the Office of the Attorney General conducts all law business for the District and handles all suits made by and against the government including state, local, and county matters, and the child support program. |
(202) 727-3400 (phone) (202) 347-8922 (fax) | |
Office of the DC Auditor Promotes the economy, efficiency, and accountability of the Government of the |
(202) 727-3600 (phone) (202) 724-8814 (fax) | |
Mayor's Office of Boards and Commissions Reviews and makes recommendations to the Mayor for appointments to more than 150 advisory, policy making, licensing, adjudicatory and legislative boards, commissions and committees. Promotes citizen input and participation in the selection of citizens to serve on boards and commissions. |
(202) 727-1372 (phone) (202) 727-2359 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of Cable Television Monitors and regulates basic cable service for District residents, resolves disputes between cable subscribers and providers, and provides programming for DC Cable Channels 13 and 16. |
(202) 671-0066 (phone) (202) 332-7020 (fax)
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Office of Campaign Finance The Office of Campaign Finance is a subordinate unit of the Board of Elections and Ethics, an independent agency. Regulates the financial disclosure process and conduct of political campaigns, candidates, lobbyists, public officials, and political committees. |
(202) 671-0547 (phone) (202) 671-0658 (fax) | |
Office of the Chief Financial Officer Prepares the city's annual budget; borrows on behalf of the District; collects receipts, payments, and transactions for the District; invests the city's funds; administers and enforces tax laws; and produces the audited statements for the city's financial condition. |
(202) 727-2476 (phone) (202) 727-1643 (fax) | |
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Investigates and certifies all deaths in the District of Columbia that occur as the result of violence (injury) as well as those that occur unexpectedly, without medical attention, in custody, or pose a threat to public health. |
(202) 698-9000 (phone) (202) 698-9100 (fax)
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Office of the Chief of Staff Provides leadership, strategic direction, and policy guidance to the Executive Office of the Mayor, Deputy Mayors, agencies, and citizens so that the District can strengthen children, youth, families and individuals; build and sustain healthy neighborhoods; promote economic development; make government work; and enhance unity of purpose and democracy. |
dc.gov/mayor/bios/dolphin.shtm (202) 727-2643 (phone) (202) 727-2975 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of the Chief Technology Officer Plans, develops, and implements the use of new technology for District agencies to improve delivery of services to residents, businesses and visitors. |
(202) 727-2277 (phone) (202) 727-6857 (fax) | |
Child and Family Services Agency The Child and Family Services Agency (CFSA) is the |
(202) 442-6000 (phone) (202) 442-6498 (fax) | |
Child Support Services Division The Child Support Services Division (CSSD) of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) performs all legal and programmatic functions associated with the District government's child support program. This Division provides services to assist District families by establishing paternity, locating absent parents, establishing child and medical support orders, reviewing and modifying child support orders, and enforcing delinquent child support orders. In addition, the Child Support Services Division recoups Temporary Assistance for Needy Family payments made to families when a non-custodial parent is not paying child support, Title IV-D foster care payments, or Medicaid payments. |
(202) 442-9900
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Office of the City Administrator Provides oversight and support to the Deputy Mayors and increases government effectiveness with cross-agency and targeted improvement initiatives, including the integration of strategic policy priorities, budgetary constraints, and operational directives. |
(202) 478-9200 (phone) (202) 727-9878 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Mayor's Citywide Main number for the DC government. Residents may call to report a problem or violation, offer feedback to the Mayor, or obtain government information. |
311 (phone) | |
Clean City Initiative The Office of the |
(202) 724-8967 John A. | |
Executive Office of Communications Coordinates, disseminates, generates, and tracks press coverage on the administration’s vision, policies, and actions, to internal agencies and the general public, along with agency communication review and coordination, and emergency preparedness response services. |
(202) 727-5011 (phone) (202) 727-9561 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Office of Community Affairs The mission of the Office of Community Affairs is to meet the needs of the residents of the |
(202) 724-5556 (phone) (202) 272-8527 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services The Mayor’s Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS) serves as the Mayor's primary constituent services organization by providing rapid, complete, coordinated, and documented responses to constituent requests, complaints, and questions. |
(202) 442-8150 (phone) (202) 727-5931 (fax) John A. Wilson Building | |
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Licenses professionals and businesses; inspects and regulates building, housing, and land; and enforces business laws for the District’s residents, companies, and entrepreneurs. |
(202) 442-4400 (phone) (202) 442-9445 (fax)
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Contract Appeals Board The Contract Appeals Board has exclusive jurisdiction to decide protests of District contract solicitations and awards, appeals by contractors of District contracting officer final decisions, claims by the District against contractors, appeals by contractors of suspensions and debarments, and contractor appeals of interest payment claims under the Quick Payment Act. The Board's website provides links for parties to conduct electronic filing in Board cases and to conduct full text searching of pleadings in pending and closed cases. |
(202) 727-6597 (phone) (202) 727-3993 (fax) | |
Office of Contracting and Procurement The Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP), under the direction of the Chief Procurement Officer, was established by DC Law in 1997 and provides contracting services for selected agencies and offices in the District. |
(202) 727-0252 (phone) (202) 727-9385 (fax)
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Department of Corrections Provides safe and secure confinement of those accused of crimes while awaiting trials and for convicted offenders. |
(202) 673-7316 (phone) (202) 671-0169 (fax) | |
Council of the The Council of the The DC Council develops legislative initiatives and budget priorities to promote the public welfare. It oversees the performance of government agencies and the implementation of management reforms to improve service delivery. All legislative powers are vested in the DC Council. |
www.dccouncil.washington.dc.us (202) 724-8000 (phone) (202) 347-3070 (fax)
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