PR26-0253

USBC Economic Development Corporation Revenue Bonds Project Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

Complete·7/1/25

District of Columbia authorizes $37.5 million in revenue bonds for USBC EDC to renovate BET studios.

The District of Columbia has approved the issuance of up to $37.5 million in revenue bonds to finance the acquisition and renovation of the former BET studios campus in Ward 5. The bonds will fund the purchase of properties, renovation costs, and equipment for the U.S. Black Chambers Economic Development Corporation (USBC EDC), a nonprofit organization. The project aims to create economic development opportunities and job creation in the area. The bonds will be issued in one or more series, with the Mayor authorized to determine the terms and conditions of the bonds.

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Roll Call Votes

Final Reading

12 Yea

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History

Jul 11, 2025

Council

Resolution R26-0162, Effective from Jul 01, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 007724

Jul 1, 2025

Council

Retained by the Council

Jul 1, 2025

Council

Final Reading