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M
URIEL BOWSER
MAYOR
March 31, 2026
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
In accordance with section
2 of the Confirmation Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-
142; D.C. Official Code § 1- 523.01), and pursuant to section 2 of the Commission on African-
American Affairs Establishment Act of 2012, effective March 14, 2012 (D.C. Law 19 -106; D.C.
Official Code § 3-1441), I am pleased to nominate the following individual:
Mr. Randall Henderson
U Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Ward 5)
for appointment as a public member of the Commission on African-American Affairs, filling a vacant
seat formerly held by Dr. Niambi Carter, for the remainder of an unexpired term to end July 8, 2026,
and for a subsequent term to end July 8, 2029.
Enclosed, you will find biographical information detailing the experience of the above-m entioned
nominee, together with a proposed resolution to assist the Council during the confirmation process.
I would appreciate the Council’s earliest consideration of this nomination for confirmation. Please
do not hesitate to contact me, or Steven Walker, Director, Mayor’s Office of Talent and
Appointments, should the Council require additional information.
Sincerely,
Muriel B owser
Mayor
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A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
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at the request of the Mayor
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
To confirm the appointment of Randall Henderson to the Commission on African-American
Affairs.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this
resolution may be cited as the "Commission on African-American Affairs Randall Henderson
Confirmation Resolution of 2026".
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia confirms the appointment of:
Randall Henderson
U Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Ward 5)
as a public member of the Commission on African-American Affairs, established pursuant to
section 2 of the Commission on African-American Affairs Establishment Act of 2012, effective
March 14, 2012 (D.C. Law 19-106; D.C. Official Code§ 3-1441), filling a vacant seat formerly
held by Dr. Niambi Carter, for the remainder of an unexpired term to end July 8, 2026, and for a
subsequent term to end July 8, 2029.
Sec. 3. The Council of the District of Columbia shall transmit a copy of this resolution,
upon its adoption, to the nominee and to the Mayor.
Sec. 4. This resolution shall take effect immediately.
Randall Henderson
I
am an Imag
ing Specialist Il, in which I do MRI and Diagnostic Radiology. My goal is to obtain
a Professional position. I am presently a healthcare professional who believes in effective,
definitive problem resolution and promoting the enhancement of positive interpersonal
relationships in the work environment. I possess effective communication skills and a proven
track record of outstanding customer service. My goal formation is based on the strategic
direction of the organization.
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
MRI Technologist
June 2023/Present
7503 Surratt’s RD.
A
merican Radiology (Rad Net)
MRI Technologist
Pembroke Station
July 2022/Present
Relevant Experience
Assistant/Professor
University of Haiti
April 2023 to present
I
n this capacity I am with the initial start up of a Medical Imaging Specialist
Program, in which we teach virtually using Google Chrome Notebooks. In this
program students are taught a higher standard of medical standards based on the
standards of the United States, and prepare them to take the National Registry
Exam.
Supplemental Healthcare
Imaging Specialist II
September 2017 to Present
Imaging Specialist Floater to several clinics throughout Maryland, and responsible
for equipment maintenance, and accreditation, based on Maryland Physician
Board of Hygiene, and JAHCO accreditation, and credentialing.
I
maging Specialist II
Central Care Inc.
Alexandria, VA
December 2006 to 2017
P
erform level one -trauma techniques in an emergency room setting. This includes vast
knowledge of infections, respiratory isolation protocol, and blood borne p athogen precautions,
etc.
Imaging Specialist II
George Washington University Hospital
Washington, DC
July 1998 to December 2016
P
erform level one-trauma techniques in an emergency room setting. This includes vast
knowledge of infections, respiratory isolation protocol, and blood borne pathogen
precautions, etc. In 1999, was interviewed in-depth by the Discovery Channel concerning level
one-trauma techniques and information concerning procedures according to the actual
trauma. Provide training using adult learning techniques, for students who are approaching a
Medical Radiographer career. At this facility we use informatics which is the integrating of
Information technology with healthcare. Computed Digital, Radiography which includes a
Digital System. As a MRI Technologist I use GE 1.5 Testa magnet executing dynamic, and with
and without contrast studies
Accomplishments
Assisted in the initial start-up of a company that provides lithotripsy services throughout
Maryland and Washington DC. Also provide demos and In-services for new business. Act as
Human Resources consultant.
Completed Master’s degree in Human Resources Management
Assistant Professor/Clinical Coordinator
University of the District of Columbia
Washington D.C., District of Columbia
October 2001 to May 2004
As
an Assistant Professor. I served in the capacities of a Didactic, Lab, and Clinical Faculty,
teaching major curriculum core courses. These major core courses prepare students to qualify
to take the National Examination in Radiography of The American Registry of Radiography
Technology. In an effort to broaden the student's exposure and learning flexibility, I established
two clinical affiliations and assisted with program preparation for accreditation by JRCERT. This
includes rewriting the curriculum, and making sure that all present activities are in set rulings of
the Accrediting body JRCERT, which accepted me as the Clinical Coordinator for this program. I
supervise Clinical Instructors (Adjunct Faculty) at four Clinical Affiliate Hospitals. When I
accepted position in September 2001, there was only one Hospital affiliated with this program
(V.A.M.C.). I have worked diligently since then to acquire three additional hospitals, which have
been approved as sites by the JRCERT (Howard University Hospital, Greater Southeast
Community Hospital, and INOVA Fairfax Hospital). I have been involved in redesigning the
syllabus to be in compliance with National Accreditation requirements. I also have been
involved with preparation for the on sight visitation by the JRCERT for maintaining
accreditation (site visit February 25, 26, 2002). As a result of untiring efforts, the Medical
Radiography Program of the District of Columbia has been awarded an eight-year accreditation
by JRCERT.
Se
lected accomplishments:
Performed the accreditation process for the Medical Radiography Program, of the, University
of the District of Columbia. As a result of hard work and dedication to the cause we received a
renewed eight year accreditation from JRCERT.
In relations to continuing education, completed a certificate program in MRI
Radiology Technologist
Inova Health System
February 1993 to August 2001
Medical Imaging
Lithotripsy Specialist (Subcontractor)
Mid-Atlantic Mobile Lithotripsy
October 1999 to May 2001
Owings Mills, Maryland
Multiple Responsibilities: Subcontractor
As a Lithotripsy Specialist - performed non-invasive surgery using extracorporeal shockwave
therapy. Using the Downier Compact Delta, transfer shock wave energy to annihilate kidney
stones. In this capacity I scheduled patients for procedure, assisted nurse in triaging, and did
billing, for procedure. Radiation Safety Officer - Provide detail information in conjunction
with set policies of the state in which machine is performing treatments, monitor amount of
radiation each employee receives. Also orchestrated the posting of radiation notification
signs to alert public of radiation utilization in the surgical area.
Project Manager- Coordinate move of machinery to hospitals in which procedure is
administered, in this capacity I orchestrated with driver and hospitals when machinery is
moved. Also trained two divers’ on how to effectively move machine, and proper methods of
mounting for safe travel, also trained replacement technologist to perform lithotri psy
procedure. I am now considered a PRN subcontractor.
Radiology Manager
Department of Corrections
August 1995 to June 1998
Managed four Radiology Departments
Total development of eye clinic including purchase of machinery
Solved all Inmate grievances
Developed Quality Assurance program for Medical Department
Medical Radiographer
Georgetown University Medical Center
Washington, DC
July 1992 to August 1995
Medical Radiographer
MRI
Education/Skills
Masters in Business Administration
National Louis University
2001
Bachelors of Science in Organizational Management/Behavior
C
olumbia Union College
Associates of Science in Science/Radiologic Sciences
University of the District of Columbia
U
se GE, Philips, Siemens 1.5/3 Tesla Magnet
E
xecutive Office of the Mayor – Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments
John A. Wilson Building | 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suite 600 | Washington, DC 20004
R
andall Henderson
M
r. Randall Henderson is a long- time District of Columbia resident and
has been a healthcare provider for 35 years. He is an MRI Technologist at
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital. Mr. Henderson also virtually
teaches radiation physics to students at the University of Haiti, preparing
them to take the National Registry Exam.
A Ward 5 resident, Mr. Henderson earned his Associate of Science in
Radiologic Sciences from the University of the District of Columbia, his
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Columbia
Union College, and his Master of Business Administration from National
Louis University.
GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser
Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor
______________________________________________________________________________
The John A. Wilson Building • 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW • Suite 300 • Washington, D.C. 20004 • Office (202) 724-7681
To: Kimberly A. Bassett, Steven Walker
From: Betsy Cavendish
Date: March 25, 2026
Subject: Legal sufficiency review of a resolution appointing public members to the
Commission on African-American Affairs
This is to Certify that this office has reviewed the above-referenced Resolutions and
found them to be legally unobjectionable. If you have any questions in this regard, please do not
hesitate to call Kimberly Ulan, Associate General Counsel, Executive Office of the Mayor, at
202-727-2292, or me at 202-724-7681.
______________________________
Elizabeth Cavendish