Committee on Community Engagement (CE)

Chair: Mike Huling

Meeting: Third Tuesday of every month. Please see the calendar for timely updates. Register for/join the Zoom meetings here.

Use this link to apply to be a committee member or email 1b@anc.dc.gov with any questions!

 
Committee Engagement Committee Meeting Minutes
Community Engagement Committee Meeting Recordings

The Community Engagement Committee (CE) shall endeavor to increase public participation in Commission-related activities and promote the Commission at a grassroots level, increase community access to the Commission and promote public awareness of the Commission’s role and its activities by executing various strategies and utilizing various mediums of communication.  

Committee Membership

The Committee strives to have wide representation from across the ANC. Email 1B@anc.dc.gov if you are interested in serving on the committee.

2026 ANC 1B Community Engagement Committee Members

Anna Corcuera, SMD 1B04

Karen Gaal, SMD 1B05

Selena Gonzales, SMD 1B04

Maggie Kentilitisca, SMD 1B06

Aubrey Masters, SMD 1B03

Brandon McClain, SMD 1B05

Nicholas Northington, SMD 1B02

Pepper Reed, SMD 1B05

Leah Tribbett, SMD 1B08

Xavi Webb-Spann, SMD 1B08

Al Wilkins, SMD 1B08

2025 Committee Highlights

  • Expanded community partnerships and outreach, including collaboration with local schools, recreation centers, neighborhood associations, and arts organizations.

  • Supported community events such as Shakespeare in the Park, Art All Night, school block parties, and local pop-up engagement tables, increasing ANC visibility and participation.

  • Advanced initiatives to strengthen neighborhood identity, including planning for U Street and Duke District banners and exploring historic walking tours and arts tie-ins.

  • Explored launching a farmers’ market at the Reeves Center and identified potential partners, including DPR, FreshFarm, Common Good City Farm, and local Black farmers.

  • Encouraged creative community engagement formats, including restaurant crawls, neighbor-to-neighbor events, youth outreach, and presence at local markets and gatherings.