Small and Local Business Opportunity Commission

Purpose

To ensure compliance with the Minority Contracting Act of 1976 and promote minority business opportunities in financing, bonding, and DC government contracting. To monitor DC government agencies for compliance; develop regulations for minority contracting; certify minority contractors; report to the Mayor and Council; hold hearings; implement plans to achieve goals. Members must file personal financial disclosures statements. Seven members, including a chairperson, appointed by the Mayor, who are knowledgeable about the minority business community as it relates to employment and economic development.

Approval Type - Passive (If not disapproved by resolution within 45-day review period, deemed approved.)

Licensed - Yes

Paid stipend or salary - No