Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Dr. Abidemi Oyedele for appointment to the Board of Trustees of the University of the District of Columbia, filling a vacancy left by Reginald Felton. Dr. Oyedele, a resident of Ward 4, is set to serve the remainder of the unexpired term, which will conclude on May 15, 2029. The nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the District of Columbia Public Postsecondary Education Reorganization Act. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Dr. Oyedele and has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination.

The proposed resolution formally confirms Dr. Oyedele's appointment to the Board of Trustees. It outlines the necessary steps for the Council to take, including transmitting a copy of the resolution to the nominee, the Board of Trustees, and the Mayor's Office. The resolution is set to take effect immediately upon adoption, ensuring a swift transition for Dr. Oyedele into his new role on the Board.