Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a nomination for Mr. Matthew Bell to be reappointed as an architect member of the Historic Preservation Review Board, with his term set to end on July 21, 2028. This nomination is made in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Historic Landmark and Historic Protection Act of 1978. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Mr. Bell, highlighting his extensive experience in architecture and urban design, including his role as a Professor at the University of Maryland and Principal at Perkins Eastman in Washington, DC. The Mayor has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination.

The proposed resolution, titled the "Historic Preservation Review Board Matthew Bell Confirmation Resolution of 2025," formally confirms Mr. Bell's reappointment to the board. The resolution outlines the necessary steps for the Council to transmit a copy of the resolution to both the nominee and the Office of the Mayor upon its adoption. The resolution is set to take effect immediately following its approval by the Council.