Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a nomination for Ms. Melissa Bird to serve on the District Waterways Advisory Commission, as mandated by the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office of District Waterways Management Establishment Act of 2022. Ms. Bird, a resident of Ward 1, is being proposed for a new seat on the commission, with her term set to conclude on December 1, 2028. The nomination is accompanied by her biographical information, highlighting her extensive experience in urban planning, community engagement, and maritime management or policy, which aligns with the commission's objectives.

The proposed resolution, titled the "District Waterways Advisory Commission Melissa Bird Confirmation Resolution of 2025," seeks to confirm Ms. Bird's appointment. The resolution outlines her qualifications and the significance of her role in contributing to the commission's work. Upon adoption, the resolution will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor, and it is set to take effect immediately. The legal sufficiency of the resolution has been reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor.