The resolution recognizes Sandra Mattavous-Frye for her extensive and dedicated service as the Peoples Counsel for the District of Columbia, culminating in her retirement on April 3, 2026. A graduate of Howard University and the Antioch School of Law, she began her career with the Office of the People's Counsel (OPC) in 1984 and held various positions, ultimately being appointed as Peoples Counsel in 2011. Throughout her tenure, she achieved significant milestones, including securing millions in ratepayer savings, leading complex regulatory negotiations, and establishing initiatives focused on energy efficiency and consumer protection.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Ms. Mattavous-Frye has been recognized with numerous awards for her commitment to public service and advocacy for utility consumers. Her legacy includes mentoring future public interest attorneys and contributing to the transparency and institutional memory of the OPC through the publication of a historical account of the agency. The resolution expresses gratitude for her contributions and wishes her well in her retirement, acknowledging the impact she has made on the District's legal and civic landscape.