Name: Chrysanthe "CC" Courniotes

What is your ANC and SMD?
ANC 4D04

What is the best way for constituents to contact you?
chrysanthe.courniotes@gmail.com

Introduction
Hello to my lovely neighbors of the 4D04 single member district (SMD). My name is Chrysanthe "CC" Courniotes (pronounced Chrysanthemum… without the mum :).

I moved to Washington DC from a graduate program in Milan, Italy over 17 years ago and began my career as a graduate intern for the Department of Veterans Affairs focused on health policy initiatives and international development partnerships. I am originally from Massachusetts, but from Western MA, so I don't have the Boston accent. I am currently a senior manager for Point32Health which is a New England based health insurance company. I specialize in health policy and medical cost innovation and have an extensive background in public health.

The newest role I have is as a foster Mom to a wonderful toddler who keeps me on my toes. Having her in my life has put public safety, education access, and community building at the forefront of my mind.

What's a hobby or something fun that you are interested in?
I enjoy hosting family and friends for dinners, having baklava porch chats with neighbors, and taking road trips with Baby J and friends.

What are your qualifications?
I bought my home in late 2011, and moved into it in early 2012. Since buying my home over 10 years ago, our 4D04 SMD has changed extensively but was hasn't changed in the way we want to live in a safe and comfortable environment. This is my third time running for this position, and as is said, "the third time is the charm."

I am committing to working with EVERYONE in the community on getting back to basics! I commit to being available 24/7 and to LISTENING to everyone, not just those residents who have been here for a few years and have their own expectations, disregarding the residents that have been here for generations. I will be every 4D-04 residents’ ANC Commissioner and will move all resident priorities forward accordingly. I am also running in honor of my Mom, "Momma C," who always tried to keep our neighborhood clean and cooked for all! Give me a chance to "SHOW UP" and you won't be disappointed!

What are the ANC meetings?
At this point, the ANC 4D Meetings are held virtually on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm.

Are you going to hold SMD meetings?
Hold consistent and transparent communication "get-togethers." Bi-weekly 4D-04 Zoom Chats (evenings and/or weekends). Quarterly Baklava Chats (in Lorenzo Park or on my front porch — masks will be provided if needed). Available via phone in case of ANY emergencies.

Do you attend other meetings?
Any town halls the Mayor schedules, Ward 4 Meetings.

CC’s Priorities
Form community groups with purpose & objective. Public Health Group (focused on informing our neighbors of the most relevant COVID-19 information and other pertinent public health information). Public Safety Group (focused on violence and crimes). Infrastructure Group (focused on alley and neighborhood cleanliness, pest control, yard maintenance, trash pick-up). Vulnerable Populations Group (focused on the elderly, caregiver resources, emotional wellness, financial wellness, and physical activities that can be done at a distance). Beautification Group (focused on low cost ways of beautifying and maintaining our neighborhood).

I am approaching this position with the community as my top priority, period! I am not using this a stepping stone to "bigger and better" things! I know in my heart that if we work together as a community anything is possible! I also know after almost a decade of living in 4D-04 what worked in the past and what didn't and how we can continue improving the lives of all our residents.

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