Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Ms. Diane C. Groomes for appointment to the District Waterways Advisory Commission, as an individual with experience in public safety. This nomination is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office of District Waterways Management Establishment Act of 2022. Ms. Groomes, a resident of Ward 6 in Washington, DC, is proposed to fill a new seat on the commission for an initial term ending April 19, 2026, with a subsequent term extending to April 19, 2030. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Ms. Groomes, highlighting her extensive experience in law enforcement and public safety, including her 27 years with the Metropolitan Police Department, where she rose to the rank of Assistant Chief.

The proposed resolution confirms Ms. Groomes' appointment to the District Waterways Advisory Commission, emphasizing her qualifications and the importance of her role in enhancing public safety within the district's waterways. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption by the Council of the District of Columbia, and a copy will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor. The Council is encouraged to consider this nomination promptly to facilitate the confirmation process.