SMD 8A01
Welcome to Single Member District 8A01
Every resident in Washington, D.C. lives within a Single Member District (SMD) represented by an elected Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner. SMD 8A01 is the foundation of our local community—covering a vital portion of the historic Fairlawn and Anacostia neighborhoods east of the Anacostia River in Ward 8.As your neighbors, families, and local businesses grow, SMD 8A01 is dedicated to ensuring our community's voice is heard directly by District agencies, developers, and city leadership.
📍 About Our Boundaries
SMD 8A01 represents approximately 2,000 residents. Knowing your district boundaries helps ensure you are reaching out to the right representative for localized constituent services.If you live within these boundaries, Commissioner Tom Donohue is your direct advocate at the ANC level. Unsure if you are in SMD 8A01? head over to this page and insert your address.
✊ Our Strategic Priorities for SMD 8A01
We believe that a stronger neighborhood starts with accountability, proactive maintenance, and investing in our youth. Our daily focus centers on four core areas:Focus AreaKey InitiativesNeighborhood Safety & InfrastructureAdvocating for immediate street lighting repairs, traffic calming measures, and prompt sidewalk fixes to keep our streets walkable and secure.Blight RemediationTracking and enforcing city codes on vacant or neglected properties to ensure our historic neighborhoods remain beautiful and vibrant.Local School AdvocacyPartnering closely with school leadership at Boone Elementary and Kramer Middle School to secure necessary funding and student resources.Smart DevelopmentEnsuring neighborhood growth directly benefits current residents, modeled through proactive initiatives like the Nicholson Street Community Benefits Agreement (CBA).
📅 Get Involved in Your Neighborhood
ANC 8A01 works best when residents participate. There are several ways to stay informed and make a difference right here in the district:
📍 About Our Boundaries
SMD 8A01 represents approximately 2,000 residents. Knowing your district boundaries helps ensure you are reaching out to the right representative for localized constituent services.If you live within these boundaries, Commissioner Tom Donohue is your direct advocate at the ANC level. Unsure if you are in SMD 8A01? head over to this page and insert your address.
✊ Our Strategic Priorities for SMD 8A01
We believe that a stronger neighborhood starts with accountability, proactive maintenance, and investing in our youth. Our daily focus centers on four core areas:Focus AreaKey InitiativesNeighborhood Safety & InfrastructureAdvocating for immediate street lighting repairs, traffic calming measures, and prompt sidewalk fixes to keep our streets walkable and secure.Blight RemediationTracking and enforcing city codes on vacant or neglected properties to ensure our historic neighborhoods remain beautiful and vibrant.Local School AdvocacyPartnering closely with school leadership at Boone Elementary and Kramer Middle School to secure necessary funding and student resources.Smart DevelopmentEnsuring neighborhood growth directly benefits current residents, modeled through proactive initiatives like the Nicholson Street Community Benefits Agreement (CBA).
📅 Get Involved in Your Neighborhood
ANC 8A01 works best when residents participate. There are several ways to stay informed and make a difference right here in the district:
- Attend Monthly Meetings: Join the monthly Advisory Neighborhood Commission 8A public meetings to hear updates, voice concerns, and vote on local matters.
- Join Community Cleanups: Keep our blocks clean by participating in our scheduled neighborhood cleanup events, organized in partnership with local volunteers and the DC National Guard.
- Report Issues Early: Notice a broken street light, missed trash pickup, or property violation? Reach out directly so we can escalate a ticket with 311 and tracking agencies.