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1	1	MURIEL BOWSER
2	2	MAYOR
3	3	Ap
4	4	ril 8, 2024
5	5	The Honorable Phil Mendelson
6	6	Chairman
7	7	Council of
8	8	the District of Columbia
9	9	John A. Wilson Building
10	10	1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504
11	11	Washington, DC 20004
12	12	Dear Chairman M endelson:
13	13	In accordance with section
14	14	2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
15	15	142;
16	16	D.C. Official Code § 1-523.01), and pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 47-2853.06(d), I am pleased
17	17	to nominate the following individual:
18	18	Ms. Tanya Lewis
19	19	High Wood Drive, SE
20	20	Washington, DC 20020
21	21	(Ward
22	22	7)
23	23	f
24	24	or reappointment as an electrician licensed in the District member of the Board of Industrial Trades,
25	25	for a term to end June 26, 2027.
26	26	Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the above-m entioned
27	27	nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
28	28	I would appreciate the Council’s earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
29	29	do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor’s Office of Talent and
30	30	Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
31	31	Sincerely,
32	32	Muriel B owser
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64	64	A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
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66	66	Chairman Phil Mendelson
67	67	at the request
68	68	of the Mayor
69	69	IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
70	70	To confirm the reappointment
71	71	of Tanya Lewis to the Board of Industrial Trades.
72	72	RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that this
73	73	resolution may be cited
74	74	as the "Board oflndustrial Trades Tanya Lewis Confirmation Resolution
75	75	of 2024".
76	76	Sec.
77	77	2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the reappointment of:
78	78	Ms. Tanya Lewis
79	79	High Wood Drive, SE
80	80	Washington, DC 20020
81	81	(Ward 7)
82	82	as an electrician licensed in the District member of the Board of Industrial Trades, established by
83	83	D.C. Official
84	84	Code§ 47-2853.06(d), for a term to end June 26, 2027.
85	85	Sec.
86	86	3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
87	87	upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Office
88	88	of the Mayor.
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90	90	4. This resolution shall take effect immediately. TANYA D. LEWIS
91	91	SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS
92	92	Competent and skilled Master Electrician with over Thirty-Seven (37) years of
93	93	experience as an electrician, Electrical Foreman, Estimator and Project Manager with The
94	94	International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local #26. In addition, I am the
95	95	first female Electrical Inspector, Electrical Supervisor with The District of Columbia
96	96	Department of Consumer & Regulatory Affairs (DCRA), DC Boards & Commissions: I
97	97	am the first female to serve on The Board of Industrial Trades, Certified College
98	98	Electrical Adjunct Instructor. Service areas include government (Federal and State),
99	99	serving as technical consultant/advisor, and Project Manager for Capital Renewal
100	100	Projects. I am thoroughly knowledgeable in electrical theory, methodologies, application,
101	101	systems, compliance officer code regulations and requirements. Abreast and
102	102	knowledgeable in the National Electrical Code, ICC & IBC Codes, and the District of
103	103	Columbia Building Codes; DCMR Titles 12 and 14. I am gifted and highly motivated
104	104	driven manager with exceptional leadership, coaching, interpersonal, and communication
105	105	skills. Customer service driven, and solutions oriented.
106	106	SCOPE OF EMPLOYMENT , EXPERTISE and ACCOMPLISHMENTS
107	107	•TRULITE Electrical Services, LLC 2007- Present
108	108	President of the highly regarded TRULITE Electrical Services, LLC (TRULITE) – a firm
109	109	started in 1998. By first listening closely to what my clients want to achieve, my firm
110	110	have earned a reputation for outstanding customer service and cost-efficient solutions. In
111	111	addition, on a yearly basis my company would perform a “SWAT Analysis” of
112	112	TRULITE with the participation of TRULITE’S Staffing Team as a measuring vehicle to
113	113	ensure success. I possess outstanding technical competence and exceptional
114	114	interpersonal skills in operations and Project Management for Capital Projects have
115	115	generated a long list of diverse – and prestigious –customers who are eager to provide
116	116	references and/or endorse the quality of my work. A partial list includes The Deputy
117	117	Mayor’s Office for Planning & Economic Development; District of Columbia
118	118	Department of General Services; Wesley Theological Seminary, District of Columbia
119	119	Housing Authority; District of Columbia Government Department of Consumer and
120	120	Regulatory Affairs; District of Columbia Public Schools; The Bennett Group; Turner
121	121	Construction; and District of Columbia Office of Unified Communications. I have
122	122	successfully met the needs of government, commercial, and residential clients. 2
123	123	• American University Oct. 2016-May2020
124	124	I currently serve as American University’s Master Electrician, Compliance Manager and
125	125	Electrical Inspector for Energy and Engineering and Electrical and Life Safety
126	126	Department, I perform Electrical/Construction Inspections, supervise contractors, and
127	127	provide technical oversight for the maintenance and operation of the university’s
128	128	Electrical and Fire Life Safety Systems to ensure safe, reliable and efficient service to
129	129	campus and ensuring compliance implementing the university’s Design and Construction
130	130	Standards and all applicable codes and regulations.
131	131	I maintain associated permits and documentation demonstrating training and compliance.
132	132	As Master Electrician, I also, provide technical education and guidance to inhouse
133	133	electricians, alarm technician, and related contractors and produces training guides.
134	134	Prepares Daily Activity Reports of work progress, conditions with photos. I direct and
135	135	manage recommendations and appropriate changes accordingly to ensure compliance and
136	136	completion of projects within the allotted time constraints.
137	137	As Compliance Manager, I identify and investigate safety concerns if any, reliability and
138	138	sustainability throughout the duration of projects.
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140	140	Housing Inspection Supervisor – District of Columbia Housing Authority-
141	141	HUD 2006 to 2007
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143	143	• I supervised and oversaw the daily operations of the Housing Choice Voucher
144	144	Program Inspections Department. My duties consist of analyzing work practices of
145	145	the 10 Housing Inspectors I supervised during my tenure with the agency. Producing
146	146	weekly and monthly reports of scheduled inspections to ensure inspection deadlines
147	147	were being met within the time frame mandated by HUD Regulation. Conducted
148	148	weekly standing team building staff meetings with inspectors to ensure uniformity of
149	149	HUD Quality Standard Inspections. Conducted training sessions with staff; to assist with
150	150	interpretation and use of the National Electrical Code, DCMR Titles 12 and 14 Codes in
151	151	addition to the HUD Quality Standards Code.
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153	153	Chief Electrical Supervisor Inspector – District of Columbia Department of
154	154	Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
155	155	2002 - 2006
156	156	• Oversaw the daily operations of the Electrical Inspections Branch and served as the
157	157	department’s electrical expert and technical advisor. As Electrical Manager, I
158	158	implemented new innovative ideologies regarding budgetary constraints within the
159	159	department. In addition, I was responsible for management analysis, system
160	160	administration, personnel management, and organizational development. I analyzed
161	161	and researched other jurisdictions keeping up with trends of other Electrical
162	162	Inspections Industry standards and business practices. Developing long range work 3
163	163	plans and schedules for employees, assuring implementation of goals and objectives
164	164	were in alignment with the Agency. Moreover, I planned the activities of the branch,
165	165	assigned work schedules, and interpret Building Code Regulations and Standards;
166	166	review Architectural Drawings assist contractors with revisions as deemed necessary
167	167	to meet Building Code and Compliance Regulations. I analyzed existing work
168	168	methods and work schedules to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness. I
169	169	worked closely with Structural, Electrical and Plumbing Engineers. Read and review
170	170	Blueprint and schematic Drawings of Construction, Plumbing, Mechanical and
171	171	Electrical from begin to end of Construction Projects. Developed and implemented
172	172	new standard operating procedures for the Electrical Inspections Department.
173	173	• Trained and developed staff to full capabilities.
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175	175	• Makes determinations and prepares reports as to whether the provisions of the District
176	176	of Columbia Electrical Code, the National Electrical Code, and other related
177	177	regulations have been met.
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179	179	• Conducted Quality Control Inspections of concealment and final inspections of
180	180	permanent wiring prior to and after concealment to ensure that installation methods
181	181	conform to current jurisdictional code.
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183	183	• Establishes rapport and harmonious relationship with customers, suppliers, and
184	184	building contractors. I was chosen to participate with the various District of
185	185	Columbia Government Agencies for Team Inspections bridging gaps and cross-
186	186	training of the agencies ensuring uniformity of policies and procedures.
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188	188	• Coordinates inspection activities with local electric power supplier, Potomac Electric
189	189	Power Company (PEPCO).
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191	191	• Designed and implemented much needed safety measures and training in the handling of
192	192	hazardous materials during electrical inspections.
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197	197	INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS (IBEW) LOCA L
198	198	#26 1982-2002
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200	200	• Trainee
201	201	• 2 Year Resident Program Completions
202	202	• 4 Year Apprenticeship Program Completion
203	203	• Licensed Journeyman Electrician
204	204	• District of Columbia Master Electrician
205	205	• Electrical Forman
206	206	• Project Manager
207	207	• IBEW Electrical Instructor
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209	209	LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS
210	210	NCCER Instructor Certification 2013-2018
211	211	Master Electrician, Washington, DC 1998-Pres.
212	212	Journeyman Electrician, Washington, DC 1997
213	213	Journeyman Electrician, Commonwealth of VA 1991
214	214	Certificate of Completion, Hazardous Materials Course 1991
215	215	EDUCATION and SPECIALIZED TRAINING
216	216	Project Management PMP Certification Course 2019
217	217	Trinity Washington University 2012-2014
218	218	Graduate of Southeastern University with AS Degree, Business Management 2005-2007
219	219	Electrical Adjunct Instructor, Prince Georges Community College 2005-2017
220	220	Department of Homeland Security and Office for Domestic Preparedness,
221	221	Threat and Risk Assessment Course, National Emergency Response and
222	222	Rescue Training Center 2003-2006
223	223	Project Management at the Intermediate Level 1999-2002
224	224	Red Badge Certification, Radiological Control Area, Nuclear Power
225	225	Containment at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant 1997
226	226	Level 4 IBM/Toshiba Clean Room Area Protocol 1996
227	227	National Electrical Code: Master’s Exam Course 1994
228	228	PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
229	229	Mayoral appointment as Electrical Member of the District of Columbia June 2019
230	230	Board of Industrial Trades
231	231	International Code Council Member (ICC & IBC) 2016
232	232	Member of the National Fire Protection Agency, Building Fire Safety Systems
233	233	And Electrical Sections 2004-2016
234	234	Mayoral appointment as member of the District of Columbia Board of Industrial
235	235	Trades 2003-2012
236	236	HONORS and AWARDS
237	237	District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades Certificate of Appreciation June 2019
238	238	District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades Certificate of Appreciation 2009-2012
239	239	Employee Certificate and Monetary Incentive Award for Outstanding Customer Service
240	240	From the Office of the Director Dr. Patrick Canavan, Director of the Department of Consumer
241	241	and Regulatory Affairs 2005
242	242	DCRA Certificate of Appreciation 2004 Executive Office of the Mayor – Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments
243	243	John A. Wilson Building \| 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600 \| Washington, DC 20004
244	244	Tanya D. Lewis
245	245	Ms. Tanya D. Lewis is a TRULITE Electrical Services, LLC President
246	246	and Master Electrician and a current member of the Board of Industrial
247	247	Trades.
248	248	Ms. Lewis possesses over 37 years of experience in the electrical
249	249	industry. Ms. Lewis has built a strong reputation for cost-effective
250	250	electrical solutions and outstanding customer service. In her current roles, Ms. Lewis leverages her technical competence and capital project management skills to service clients in the public and private
251	251	sectors. Ms. Lewis is a former American University Master Electrician, Compliance Manager, and Electrical Inspector for the Energy and
252	252	Engineering and the Electrical and Life Safety Department, where she ensured compliance in implementing the university’s Design and Construction Standards codes and regulations. Ms.
253	253	Lewis previously served as the District of Columbia Housing Authority Housing Inspector Supervisor and the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Chief Electrical Supervisor Inspector. In addition, Ms. Lewis is the first woman to serve as Electrical Inspector and Electrical Supervisor with DCRA and on the Board of Industrial Trades.
254	254	A Ward 7 resident, Ms. Lewis earned an Associate Degree in Business Management from
255	255	Southeastern University as well as a Project Management certification. GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
256	256	Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
257	257	Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
258	258	______________________________________________________________________________
259	259	The John A. Wilson Building • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW • Suite 300 • Washington, D.C. 20004 • Office (202) 724-7681
260	260	To: Tomas Talamante, Steve Walker
261	261	From: Betsy Cavendish
262	262	Date: March 29, 2024
263	263	Subject: Legal sufficiency review of Resolutions nominating Shawn Ellis, Tanya Lewis,
264	264	and LaVonne Woods as members of the Board of Industrial Trades
265	265	This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above- referenced resolutions and
266	266	found them to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
267	267	hesitate to call Erika Satterlee, Deputy General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at 202-
268	268	724-1303, or me at 202-724-7681.
269	269	______________________________
270	270	Elizabeth A. (Betsy) Cavendish