Mayor Muriel Bowser established a comprehensive website, coronavirus.dc.gov, that provides centralized resources and updates on the District’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Several resources are highlighted below.
Vaccinations and Testing
Detailed information about COVI9-19 vaccines and testing, and where you can receive them, can be found at coronavirus.dc.gov/vaccine and coronavirus.dc.gov/testing.
Utility Assistance
Help is available for District homeowners and renters facing higher utility bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Take advantage of special and ongoing resources now — before you are challenged with mounting bills. If you are experiencing financial hardship, programs are available to help. Learn more here.
Agency COVID-19 Resource Pages
Several DMOI cluster agencies have set up resource pages on their services.
Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
The DCRA website has information on services available online, including permit/plan reviews, applying for/renewing a business license, registering a corporation, forming an LLC and filing consumer protection complaints.
Department of Transportation
Get information here on initiatives such as:
- Slow Streets Initiative
- Streateries
- Sidewalk Extension Plan to Support Social Distancing Near Essential Businesses
- Temporary Permits for Restaurant Pick-Up Drop-Off (PUDO) Zones
- Shared Mobility for Essential Workers
Department of For Hire Vehicles
DFHV is providing resources to support for-hire drivers, vehicle owners and businesses:
- Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
- Small Business Assistance
- Food Delivery Opportunity
- Free Legal Assistance
- Housing Assistance
- Food Assistance
- Health Assistance
Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking
DISB is providing the following resources:
- Consumer Alerts and Bulletins
- FAQs
- Insurance Notices
Department of Motor Vehicles
Learn how DC DMV is providing most necessary services online by visiting dmv.dc.gov. Its service centers, adjudication services, and the Deanwood Commercial Driver License (CDL) Office are open for walk-in service. The Inspection Station is operating on a first come, first serve basis and the Self-Service Vehicle Emissions Inspection Kiosk is open 24/7.
Department of Energy and Environment
Get information on agency programs by visiting doee.dc.gov to include seeking energy assistance.
Department of Public Works
DPW‘s website includes details on programs and services such as:
- Zero Waste DC, where you can find tips for managing your waste
- Food Waste Drop-Off
- The residential services at Ft. Totten Transfer Station: solid waste drop-offs, residential compost pick-up, hazardous waste and e-cycling drop-offs, and document shredding.