New York City Council
City Council Stated Meeting
Jan 30, 2024
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01:30 PM
2 hr
Summary
The Stated Meeting happens every 2 weeks (4 weeks in summer), when the council votes on and introduces new legislation. Notably at this meeting, the council votes to override the mayor's vetoes of the How Many Stops Act and a bill banning solitary confinement.
Meeting chapters
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Speaker Adams Remembers Paul Vallone
Speaker Adrienne Adams begins her address by acknowledging the passing of Paul Vallone, a respected former council member and public servant. His tenure in the legislative body and contributions to …
0:12:32
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73 sec
Speaker Adams Talks About Ending Solitary Confinement and the How Many Stops Act
Speaker Adams highlights the unanimous support from the New York Congressional delegation to end solitary confinement and acknowledges families affected by NYPD actions, emphasizing the importance of their struggles in …
0:13:48
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9 min
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams' Remarks on Ending Solitary Confinement and the How Many Stops Act
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams remarks on the How Many Stops Act and his bill banning solitary confinement.
0:23:40
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4 min
Council Member Ariola Explains Her Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council member Joann Ariola votes no on overriding the mayor's vetoes. She speaks out against the How Many Stops Act and a bill banning solitary confinement, stating that both bills …
0:47:44
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85 sec
Council Member Alexa Aviles Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Alexa Aviles shares her perspective on overriding the vetoes related to solitary confinement and transparency in police stops. She expresses pride in co-prime sponsorship of Intro 586A as …
0:49:11
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136 sec
Council Member Chris Banks Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Chris Banks emphasizes the necessity of standing up for transparency, accountability, and justice. He expresses his support to override the mayor's veto, underscoring the significance of representing his constituents from …
0:51:32
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71 sec
Council Member Brooks-Powers Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers discusses the spread of disinformation regarding two bills, emphasizes the critical need for community unity, shares insights from a ride along in the 105 precinct, and …
0:52:55
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134 sec
Council Member Tiffany Cabán Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Tiffany Cabán voices support for her vote to override the mayor's vetoes and shares her thoughts on the mayor's disrespect of the council.
0:55:11
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96 sec
Council Member David Carr Explains His Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member David Carr explains his vote against the overrides of the mayor's vetoes, emphasizing concerns over the safety implications of the bills on punitive segregation and placing administrative burdens …
0:56:49
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97 sec
Council Member De La Rosa Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member De La Rosa emphasizes the necessity of enhanced oversight and accountability for law enforcement. She affirms a stance against solitary confinement underscores the role of transparency in building …
0:58:27
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135 sec
Council Member Dinowitz Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Eric Dinowitz outlines his initial concerns about the administrative burdens of the bill on NYPD officers, sharing his findings from reading the bill and the NYPD patrol guide, …
1:00:43
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145 sec
Council Member Feliz Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Oswald Feliz, representing the Bronx, discusses the critical need for enhancing police transparency and accountability from his personal and professional experiences While acknowledging the essential role of police …
1:03:10
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104 sec
Council Member James Gennaro Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member James Gennaro thanks the council leadership for working with people across the political spectrum and engaging moderates like himself in the passage of the bill.
1:04:56
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60 sec
Council Member Gutierrez Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez explains her vote in Spanish, and then in English.
1:05:58
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152 sec
Council Member Shahana Hanif Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Shahana Hanif discusses her reasons for voting to override the mayor's vetoes.
1:08:32
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126 sec
Council Member Kamillah Hanks Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Kamillah Hanks expresses her support for the 'How Many Stops Act,' reflecting on its importance for communities like hers with frequent NYPD interactions. While endorsing its transparency goals, …
1:10:40
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122 sec
Council Member Robert Holden Explains His Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Robert Holden expresses his opposition to overriding the mayor's vetoes. He voices concerns over the additional reporting burdens placed on police officers, suggesting that such measures could detrimentally …
1:12:44
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130 sec
Council Member Crystal Hudson Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Crystal Hudson articulates her support for overriding the veto, emphasizing the racial disparities in NYPD stops and the need for the How Many Stops Act. She highlights the …
1:14:57
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105 sec
Council Member Rita Joseph Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Rita Joseph, a representative from Brooklyn and chair of the Committee on Education, shares her compelling personal story as a mother of four black young men and her …
1:16:44
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104 sec
Council Member Farah Louis Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Farah Louis discusses the importance of the How Many Stops Act in addressing transparency, accountability, and the disproportionate impact of policing on black and brown communities. She expresses …
1:19:02
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132 sec
Council Member Kristy Marmorato Explains Her Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Kristy Marmorato casts her vote against overriding the mayor's vetoes on the How Many Stops Act and the bill concerning the Department of Corrections custody. She articulates her …
1:21:16
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96 sec
Council member Julie Menin Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council member Julie Menin explains her affirmative vote.
1:22:58
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37 sec
Council Member Francisco Moya Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council member Francisco Moya explains his affirmative vote.
1:23:37
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46 sec
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, invoking her experiences as a mother and a registered nurse, elaborates on the detrimental impacts of solitary confinement. She articulates the inhumanity of the practice and …
1:24:26
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151 sec
Council Member Sandy Nurse Expresses Pride and Gratitude in Overriding the Mayor's Veto
Council Member Sandy Nurse acknowledges the collective efforts and leadership that contributed to the success of pivotal legislation. Expressing gratitude towards the Majority Leader for facilitation, Speaker Adams and Public …
1:27:00
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112 sec
Council Member Chi Ossé Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Chi Ossé addresses the council to explain his vote in favor of the bill, offering an apology to his Chinese siblings for any mispronunciation and aiming to dispel …
1:28:54
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106 sec
Council Member Vickie Paladino Explains Her Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Vickie Paladino details her personal history and perspective on the divisive nature of the bills being voted on. She reflects on her family's struggles, shares anecdotes to argue …
1:30:41
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3 min
Council Member Lincoln Restler Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Lincoln Restler supports overriding the vetoes, thanking Speaker Adams and the Public Advocate for their leadership. He highlights the disproportionate racial impact of level 1 stops and the …
1:34:00
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85 sec
Council Member Kevin Riley Explains His Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council member Kevin Riley passionately explains his vote, sharing personal experiences and perspectives on racial issues. He discusses the daily realities faced by black people, including himself, and reinforces the …
1:35:26
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132 sec
Council Member Carlina Rivera Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Carlina Rivera takes the floor to articulate her endorsement of the veto override, expressing her gratitude towards Speaker Adams and Public Advocate Williams for their commitment to the …
1:37:39
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146 sec
Council Member Yusef Salaam Explains His Vote
Council Member Yusef Salaam emphasizes the significance of today's vote. He corrects misconceptions about the bill hindering police-community interactions by highlighting that it encourages trust-building casual conversations and requires only …
1:40:07
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120 sec
Council Member Sanchez Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council member Sanches explains her affirmative vote in Spanish.
1:42:18
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141 sec
Council Member Lynn Schulman Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Lynn Schulman expresses support for public safety, the NYPD, and stresses the importance of community policing. Schulman advocates for accountability and transparency and discusses their experience in a …
1:44:41
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87 sec
Council Member Althea Stevens Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Althea Stevens explains her affirmative vote.
1:46:10
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109 sec
Council Member Julie Won Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Julie Won elaborates on her vote related to the How Many Stops Act and ending solitary confinement. She emphasizes the racial disparities in police stops and criticizes the …
1:48:12
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121 sec
Council Member Susan Zhuang Explains Her Vote Against Overriding the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Susan Zhuang explains her vote against overriding the mayor's veto, voicing support for the How Many Stops Act. She focuses on public safety as a priority in her …
1:50:21
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137 sec
Council Member Amanda Farias Explains Her Vote to Override the Mayor's Vetoes
Council Member Amanda Farias discusses the significance of the 'How Many Stops Act,' and balances the need for effective policing with the public's demand for accountability and oversight. Farias espouses …
1:52:46
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68 sec
Council Member Powers Remembers Paul Vallone
Council Member Keith Powers delivers a heartfelt tribute to his former colleague and friend, Paul Vallone, highlighting Vallone's exceptional character, dedication to his district, and the profound loss felt across …
1:54:32
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83 sec
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams' Remarks on Community Impacts and Remembering Paul Vallone
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams discusses the importance of acknowledging both individual experiences and their broader community impacts, particularly in black and brown communities. He emphasizes the need for a holistic …
1:55:59
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156 sec
Council Member Mealy's Remembrances and Tributes
Council Member Mealy shares condolences for the family of Paul Vallone, reflecting on Vallone's memorable smile and the shared service history. Mealy transitions to honor Howard Golden, acknowledging his mentorship, …
1:58:38
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