LinkDistrict Links District Links: Mendelson reflects on tax hearing as a way to ‘stimulate discussion’ ahead of FY 2028 budget; leaf collection starts Nov. 2; and more By Chris Kain On Oct 19, 2026 0 0 Share In the wake of Friday’s daylong DC Council hearing on possible tax increases in the fiscal year 2028 budget, DC Council Chair Phil Mendelson said today that he found the hearing useful but reiterated that he doesn’t expect lawmakers to take action before year’s end. 0 0 Share FacebookTwitterReddItWhatsAppEmailPrint