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Breadcrumb Home Search Results Business License Renewal Dates and Guidelines by Agency Most general business and professional licenses in the District are renewed on a biennial basis. However, check with the issuing agency for specifics on your individual …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Dissolve a Business The process for dissolving a business depends on the ownership structure and the type of taxes that applied to the business. For specific guidance regarding the steps you must take to dissolve your …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results RSS Feeds The DC Government provides the following Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds for sharing and distributing web content. In addition to the feeds listed here, look for the small orange feed icons across the site to …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Webcasts Stream online recorded or live DC Government webcasts. District of Columbia Network (DCN) DC.Gov continuous TV programming DC Council Hearings Live and recorded DC Council coverage DCN On Demand Videos Press …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Draft a Concept Paper The initial concept paper is used to present a proposed organization to potential board members, contributors, and the community. The concept paper should be approximately three to five pages typed and …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Determine the Organization Type A proposed organization may want to be aware of the various categories of nonprofits recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. Each category has different tax benefits yet is required to …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Establish a Board of Directors The board of directors ensures the organization's mission is carried out and provides legal accountability for its operations. It is a good idea to develop a diverse board of directors that has …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Develop the Bylaws Bylaws define how the nonprofit organization will be managed and operated. Bylaws serve the following functions: Define the basic organizational structure of the nonprofit. Determine which staff and board …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results Feedback, Complaints and Appeals District of Columbia feedback, complaint and appeals services and resources Popular Services Ask the Director Service Request Center Contract Appeals Rent Appeals File a Real Property …
Breadcrumb Home Search Results File Police Report Using the Online Reporting Tool, you can report the following types of incidents: Lost property Lost vehicle tags Theft/theft from auto* Destruction of property Damage to property *Thefts, in which your …