The resolution declares an emergency regarding the approval of multiyear Contract No. AGR-25-30000342 with Aramark Management Services, LP, which is essential for providing janitorial environmental cleaning and related services at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and the exterior grounds of the Carnegie Library. The contract requires Council approval under the District of Columbia Home Rule Act and is necessary for the Washington Convention and Sports Authority (Events DC) to ensure that essential cleaning services commence on October 1, 2025, to avoid any lapse in service.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of these cleaning services for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of both venues, which is crucial for the health of Events DC's employees, clients, attendees, and the general public during events. Given the urgency of the situation, the Council has determined that immediate action is required, allowing the resolution to be adopted after a single reading and taking effect immediately.