The proposed bill seeks to modify the existing janitorial services contract with Community Bridge, Inc. for the D.C. Public Library, specifically to exercise the fourth option year of the contract, which is valued at $1,658,066.20. This contract will cover services from June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026, for twenty-two neighborhood branch libraries. The bill reflects a 1% increase in hourly rates for porter services compared to the previous year, alongside adjustments due to the removal of the Lamond-Riggs interim branch and the addition of the new Lamond-Riggs Neighborhood Library. The contract modification has been certified for funding availability and confirms that Community Bridge, Inc. is compliant with District tax laws.

Additionally, the bill amends the Living Wage Act of 2006 to establish a minimum living wage for employees of government contractors and assistance recipients, setting the wage at $17.50 per hour effective January 1, 2025, and increasing it to $18.00 per hour on July 1, 2025. It mandates compliance for contracts valued at $100,000 or more and outlines exemptions for certain contracts and employee categories. The bill aims to ensure fair compensation for employees while providing clarity on wage requirements and enforcement, which will be overseen by the Department of Employment Services.