The affairs of the Association are managed by the Executive Committee which consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and at least one individual who is not an officer but who is a member of the Association. The term of office for members of the Executive Committee is one year. Elections are held each year in December.

2025 Executive Committee

Cassandra Jessee (Chair)

In 1997, Cassandra and her husband Todd moved to Washington DC and after an overseas post in Malawi, they relocated to 16th Street Heights in 2009. They are raising two children, who adore our neighborhood as much as their Mom. Professionally, Cassandra has focused on programming, research and evaluation in the international development space and has traveled to more than 80 countries and all US States except Alaska. She enjoys photography, walks in the woods (hooray for nearby Rock Creek!) kayaking and sailing. 

Nathan Kitzke (Vice Chair)

My name is Nate Kitzke.  I am originally from Omaha, Nebraska, and my wife’s name is Gileanne.  Gileanne is from Puerto Rico.  We have one son, Diego, and one eight-month-old puppy named Coco.  You most likely have seen us outside with Coco on the corner of 15th and Allison.  We have lived here for four and half years now.  We love the neighborhood and hope to help build a safe and fun 16th Street Heights community that serves all residents.

Dot Walker (Treasurer)

Dot and Rusty Walker are Washingtonians and have been residents of 16th Street Heights since 1984.  They have three adult children, Jenn, Matt and Sam.  Dot retired from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs after 41 years of service.  Dot's love and passion for teaching ballet for over 35 years keeps her busy at St. Mark's Dance Studio on Capitol Hill and as an alumni with Jones-Haywood Dance School.  She also is President of the VA Alumni Association.  

Juliet Armerding (Secretary)

After living downtown for 8 years, Juliet and her family moved to 16th Street Heights in 2017. Here she lives with her husband, Luke, and their three kids. Juliet loves living in this neighborhood and appreciates the vibrant community! She loves traveling, baking, reading historical fiction, and grabbing coffee with friends at Zeke’s.

Vacant (Member Representative)