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Information and referral service that connects residents with public and private social service agencies. Search or browse its database of service providers.
Advisory Neighborhood Commissions
Neighborhood bodies that advise the District government on issues affecting their local areas. Has a directory of ANCs, including members, meeting schedules and contact information…
Board of Appeals and Review
Reviews complaints against decisions of DC government agencies. Site explains the appeals process.
Child and Family Services Agency
Information on adoption, foster care, and child protective services.
Commission on the Arts and Humanities
Promotes local artists and arts activities. Includes information on grants and art education.
DC Lottery and Charitable Games Control Board
DC Lottery news and brief overview of games offered.
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
Regulates businesses, issues business and alcoholic beverage licenses, and regulates historic preservation, rental housing and real estate. Site has downloadable forms and tells ho…
Department of Corrections
Operates the DC Jail and other correctional facilities. Site has information and statistics.
Department of Employment Services
Provides services to employers, employees, and job-seekers, including job training, workers' compensation, and unemployment compensation.
Department of Health
Describes the agency's programs, such as addiction, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medical insurance, preventive health, and environmental services. Includes a calendar of events, health ale…
Department of Human Services
Information on such programs as welfare reform, family services, early childhood development, rehabilitation services, mental retardation and developmental disability services.
Department of Mental Health
Describes the agency, its facilities (including St. Elizabeths Hospital), and its services for adults and children.
Department of Motor Vehicles
Provides information on driver's licenses, auto registrations and auto inspections.
Department of Parks and Recreation
Describes recreational facilities and programs, including classes, sports leagues, and child care.
Department of Public Works
Has information on trash collection, recycling, street cleaning and other services.
Department of Transportation
Provides access to transportation-related services and information.
District of Columbia Public Schools
Provides information on the public school system, including Board of Education meeting minutes, news, statistical data, and information on curriculum, policies, services, and speci…
Energy Office
Promotes energy efficiency through conservation, education, and fuel assistance programs and by regulatory intervention. Includes consumer information, a description of agency prog…
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
Composed of 17 local governments in the area, plus legislators representing the region. Site describes programs dealing with transportation, the environment, housing, and other reg…
Office of Boards and Commissions
Describes government boards and commissions and the appointment process for board members.
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