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Director Tommingo and the MOVA Staff appreciate every veteran and service organization that provided testimony and support during MOVA's FY19 Performance Hearing on Tuesday, February 11th.
MOVA's next DC Council Committee Hearing will be in early April, reviewing the MOVA FY21 Budget Request. Scheduled date, time and location can be found HERE.
On March 7, 2020, DC Health was notified of a confirmed case of COVID-19 at Christ Church, Georgetown Episcopal. Through DC Health’s investigation, in consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), all visitors to Christ Church, Georgetown Episcopal on February 24th, and between February 28th and March 3rd could have been exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19, and DC Health is recommending that anyone who visited Christ Church, Georgetown Episcopal on those dates isolate themselves at home for 14 days from the last time they visited the church.
Additionally, any person who has visited Christ Church, Georgetown Episcopal on the dates mentioned above, should call DC Health if they develop symptoms at (202) 576-1117 or call their healthcare providers.
Symptoms of COVID-19 may include fever, cough, and/or shortness of breath. If you have any questions and are not symptomatic, you can also email DC Health are coronavirus@dc.gov.
For more information on the District Government’s preparations for potential impacts of COVID-19 Coronavirus, please visit coronavirus.dc.gov.
VetsRide is back! Any DC veteran making under $30,000 a year qualifies for this transport voucher program made possible by the partnership between Mayor Bowser's OVA, DC Dept of For-Hire Vehicles and Via!
APPLY IN PERSON AT THE MOVA OFFICES, M-F 9am - 5pm
CALL 202-724-5454 FOR MORE DETAILS
First session is Wednesday, March 25, 2020 @ 8:30am!
An equine-assisted therapy session for DC veterans, including transportation to and from the sessions, on a quarterly schedule.
Details and Registration: HERE
The Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN) is a member-driven community network advocating for the individual and collective needs of service women. SWAN’s mission is to support, connect and advocate for service women-past, present and future. SWAN connects service women and women veterans to a network of vetted resources that are uniquely qualified to address challenges of individual service women.
SWAN will be conducting office hours at MOVA (441 4th St NW - #707N) during the following times. To contact or make an appointment, please email info@servicewomen.org
Monday: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Wednesday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 3:30pm
NVLSP DD-214 Upgrade Screening and
Medical Retirement Clinic
Tuesday, March 31st 9am - 3:30pm @ MOVA Offices
Call For an Appointment!: 202-265-8305 ext.152
or email: info@nvlsp.org
 On March 2, 2020, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that through collaborations with Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED), emergency legislation was filed to move forward with the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for Reunion Square, a mixed-use development project that will create affordable housing for seniors and support small business growth in Ward 8. The 1.5 million square-foot development is adjacent to Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, Shannon Place, Railroad Avenue, V Street, and W Street, SE in Anacostia and is the first-ever TIF in Ward 8.
“I have remained committed to moving this project forward because of how important it will be for Ward 8. This TIF means more jobs, more affordable housing, and new opportunities to participate in our prosperity,” said Mayor Bowser. “I thank Councilmember White for continuing to work with me to ensure that the Reunion Square project will benefit Ward 8 residents and small business owners.”
The Reunion Square TIF will support the redevelopment of an underutilized site located near the Anacostia Metrorail Station. The development plan for the project includes 133 units of senior affordable housing, affordable retail and office space for Ward 8 businesses, and a hotel. Additionally, the DC Department of Health will relocate its headquarters to the site. In September, Mayor Bowser issued a Mayor’s Order directing DMPED and the Department of General Services (DGS) to first identify potential relocation properties in Wards 7 and 8 neighborhoods when considering office space for District government agencies.
The emergency legislation was filed to authorize $25 million in bonds to enable the project to move ahead. The full TIF package that will be finalized by DMPED and the Chief Financial Officer this spring and be considered by the Council. The first phase of this development yielded a Class A office building at 2235 Shannon Place, SE. Learn more: HERE
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Mayor Muriel Bowser
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Mayor's Office of Talent and Appointments (MOTA) is seeking diverse and passionate individuals to work in DC Government. Candidates must submit their resume and any additional eligibility materials.
The D.C. Department of Employment Services is here to help veterans who need assistance finding employment
DOES Apprenticeships For Veterans
Info sessions occur Mon. and Tues. @ 4058 Minnesota Ave. NE. Call 202-698-5099 to register.
The Call for Hire: D.C. Government Veterans Hiring Program is a special employment program that helps eligible and qualified resident District veterans and their spouses find employment within the District government.
Click HERE to register and upload your resume
SERVE DC
has moved to: 2235 Shannon Pl SE, Suite #3040
JobPath is a free revolutionary employment database that creates multiple resume forms based off your MOS and final rank in the military. Once you complete registration JobPath links you directly to employers in your area and is compatible with your linked-in profile.
SIGN UP HERE!
Each month the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs compiles a list of vacant positions. If your government agency or
nonprofit organization in DC would like to promote employment, or
internship opportunities for D.C. Veterans please send an email message to
ova@dc.gov.
MOVA Veteran Claims Service
Since October 2019, MOVA's District Veterans Service Officer (Mr. Robert Pearson) has been completing and tracking VA claims for our 30,000+ DC veterans and their family members.
If you need assistance in filing a VA Disability Compensation Claim, VA Healthcare Enrollment, VA Non-Service Connected Pension Claim, or a VA Burial and Death Benefit Claim
Book an appointment by calling: 202-724-5454
DC DDS Vocational Rehab Screening
MOVA offers DC DDS Vocational Rehabilitation Screening every other Tuesday. This is focused towards veterans that are not eligible for Federal VA vocational rehab benefits.
The next clinic is Tuesday, December 10th (9am - 4pm).
Book an appointment by calling: 202-724-5454
Thursday, March 26th 10:00am - 12:00pm
@ 441 4th St NW - Conf. Room #1112 (11th Floor)
MOVA's Veteran's Roundtable. This event aims to connect the District's veterans with information, resources, and organizations that may be beneficial to a successful military transition. The event consists of an informal discussion which revolves around varying topics including housing, employment, healthcare, and legal services. Upon the conclusion of the discussion, all resource providers in attendance offer feedback on any topics discussed or how they can assist the veteran or their family in a positive capacity.
Wednesday, March 25th 10:00am - 12:00pm
@ 441 4th St NW - Conf. Room #1114 (11th Floor)
Join MOVA, as we host the “Year of the Woman" Focus Group in which we will bring together government agencies and local organizations to discuss how to enhance the daily lives as women in the workplace and the community.
Saturday, March 14, 2020 @ 11:30am - Easter Seals
Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Toastmasters will allow you to engage with people who share similar interests to you in a supportive and comfortable setting.
 National Community Reinvestment Coalition - 2020 Small Business Workshops.
To register contact: Lyals Battle at lbattle@ncrc.org
or call 202.464.2301
is holding an open house on Wednesday April 1st. - with two tours of their facility in Nanjemoy, MD, and the chance to talk with our staff. This is open to any veteran, service member, caregiver, or organization that supports veterans.
Please RSVP with the links below.
4/1 1:00 pm Tour: Register Here
4/1 3:00 pm Tour: Register Here
The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs Newsletter is distributed to over 7,700 subscribers every month. If you would like your event to be featured in our calendar, please submit the following details: what, when and where the event will take place. If available, please provide a link to direct readers to more online information. Please send all inquiries and posts to ova@dc.gov.
Director Elliot J. Tommingo
202-724-5454
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