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Machine-readable finding aid derived from Re:discovery database program and converted into xml; Code template by Archives and Information Associates (http://archivesandinformation.com), Alexandria, Virginia . 2005 Finding aid written in English Guide to the James E. Nathanson Papers, 1981-1994 MS2049 Special Collections Research Center, The Gelman Library, The George Washington University

Washington, D.C.

Processed by: Special Collections Staff, 2006 Encoded by: Jennifer King, 2006

Descriptive Summary Nathanson, James E. James E. Nathanson papers, 1981-1994 MS2049 95 Linear feet Collection contains reports, articles, and correspondence dating from 1981-1994. The files were created by Nathanson and his staff during his two consecutive terms as a member of the Council of the District of Columbia. The George Washington University, The Gelman Library, Special Collections Research Center

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English Information for Users Preferred citation

James E. Nathanson papers, Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University.

Restrictions on Access

Some records may be restricted.

Acquisition Information

James E. Nathanson donated these records in 1995.

Restrictions on Use

Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the patron's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.

Historical or Biographical Note

James E. Nathanson was member of the Council of the District of Columbia from 1987-94. He served Ward Three.

Collection Scope and Content

This collection contains reports, articles, and correspondence. The material dates from 1981-94. The files were created by Nathanson and his staff during his two consecutive terms as a member of the Council of the District of Columbia.

Collection Organization

Organized into three series: General office files, Committee files, and In-active files.

Subject Terms Individuals Nathanson, James E. Corporate Entities District of Columbia. City Council Topics District of Columbia. City Council James E. Nathanson papers Geographic Locations Washington (D.C.) Detailed Description of the Records MS2049 Series 1 General office files, 1987-1994 28 Linear feet

This series contains reports, correspondence, and research files. The years cover 1987-94. This material was created by James E. Nathanson and his staff during his time as a member of the Council of the District of Columbia. The subjects covered by this material include: housing, mental health, zoning, ABC regulations, Cleveland Park, traffic, real property tax, and sports.

1 Housing-Medicaid, 1990-1992, undated

2 Mental Health-Public Space Commission, 1990-1992, undated

3 Public Space-Solid Waste, 1990-1992, undated

4 Sports-Tort Reform, 1990-1992, undated

5 Tourism-Transportation, 1990-1992, undated

6 Trees-Zoning, 1990-1992, undated

7 Zoning-Reading Files A-Z, 1990-1993, undated

8 ABC Regulations-Children and Youth, 1993, undated

9 Cleveland Park Historical Society-Housing, 1993, undated

10 Housing Assistance-Public Space, 1993, undated

11 Real Property Taxes-Traffic Adjudication, 1993, undated

12 Traffic Adjudication-Reading Files A-Z, 1993-1994, undated

13 Abandoned Cars-Community Based Residential Facilities (CBRF), 1994, undated

14 CBRF-Economic Development, 1994, undated

15 Education-Nathanson Clippings, 1994, undated

16 Nathanson Files-University of the District of Columbia (UDC), 1994, undated

17 Traffic Adjudication-Zoning, 1994, undated

18 Appointment Books, 1987-1994; Constituent Request Forms, 1992, undated

19 Constituent Request Books, 1993-1994, undated

MS2049 Series 2 Committee files, 1990-1994 9 Linear feet

This series contains correspondence and committee records for the Committee on the Judiciary. The material dates from 1990-94. These materials were created by James E. Nathanson and his staff during his time as a Council member of the Council of the District of Columbia.

20 Committee's on the Judiciary, Public Works, Finance and Revenue, and Georgetown Operation Facility, 1990-1994, undated

21 Committee on the Judiciary: Council for Court Excellence and Panhandling Subject File, 1992-1994, undated

22 Committee on the Judiciary: Corrections Subject Files and Oversight Hearing, 1993-1994, undated

23 Committee on the Judiciary: Corrections Correspondence Files and General Legislative Files, 1990-1994, undated

24 Committee on the Judiciary: Corrections Subject Files and Potomac Rehab Services, Inc., 1991-1993, undated

25 Committee on the Judiciary: Corrections and Criminal Justice Reform Subject Files, 1993-1994, undated

MS2049 Series 3 In-active files, 1981-1989 58 Linear feet

This series contains correspondence, financial records, and research files that cover the years 1981-89. These files were created by James E. Nathanson and his staff during his time as a council member of the Council of the District of Columbia. Subjects in this series include: human rights, health care, housing, taxes, transporation, civic associations, traffic, statehood, and development.

26 Postal Service-Public Activities Thank You's, 1987 Files, undated

27 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, June-July 1988; Development, Connecticut Ave. and Historic Preservation, 1987 Files, undated

28 Recycling-Thank You's, 1988 Files, undated

29 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, Sept.-Dec. 1988, undated

30 Development Zoning, Home Occupations-Education, 1987 Files, undated

31 Reading Files A-Z, 1988; Abandoned Vehicles-Business, 1988 Files, undated

32 Human Rights, New York Law-Memorials, 1987 Files, undated

33 Utilities, 1987 Files; National Airport, 1981-1983, undated

34 Health Care Decisions-Mental Health, 1987 Files, undated

35 Health Nursing-Housing, 1987 Files, undated

36 Budget Hearings for Special Committees, 1988-1989, undated

37 Housing, Berkshire-Housing, Rental, 1987 Files, undated

38 Reading File A-Z, 1987, undated

39 Housing, Rent Control-Human Rights, JEN Amendment to Human Rights Law, 1987 Files, undated

40 Citizens-Civic Associations, 1987 Files, undated

41 FY 89 Budget and FY 88 Supplemental Budget for Committees, 1988-1989, undated

42 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, Jan.-May 1987, undated

43 Taxes-Transportation, Air, 1987 Files, undated

44 City Services, Streets and Sidewalks-Consumer Affairs, No-Fault Insurance, 1987 Files, undated

45 ANC's-Committee of the Whole (COW), 1988 Files, undated

46 FY 89 Budget and FY 88 Supplemental Budget for Committees, 1988-1989, undated

47 Traffic Adjudication-Utilities, Electric; Administrative Council Auditor, 1987 Files, undated

48 Unemployment-Workmen's Compensation; Council Auditor-Mayor's Office, 1987 Files, undated

49 Crime, Firearms-Development, Building Permits, 1987 Files, undated

50 Development, Wisconsin Ave.-Development, Zoning, 1987 Files, undated

51 FY 88 Supplemental Budget for Special Committees and FY 89 Budget Hearings, 1988-1989, undated

52 Recreation-Statehood, 1987 Files, undated

53 Telephone Message Pads and File on Constituent Funds, 1987, undated

54 1983 Comprehensive Plan, 1983-1986, undated

55 Statehood-Taxes, 1987 Files, undated

56 1983 Comprehensive Plan, 1983-1986, undated

57 Administrative Auditor-Mayor's Office, 1988 Files, undated

58 Animals-City Services, Stop Signs and Lights, 1987 Files, undated

59 Labeled, Empty File Folders, undated

60 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, Jan.-May 1988, undated

61 Condolences-Gas Company, 1988 Files, undated

62 Boards and Commissions, Citizens-Civic Associations, 1988 Files, undated

63 Gay Community-Requests, 1988 Files, undated

64 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, Jan.-July 1989, undated

65 Invitations Accepted and Appointments, June-Dec. 1987, undated