New York City Council
City Council Stated Meeting
Feb 08, 2024
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01:30 PM
1 hr 5 min
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 allow legal action against the mayor for not implementing the CityFHEPS voucher program.
Meeting chapters
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Speaker Adrienne Adams' Address: Honoring An Advocate and Addressing Policy Misconceptions
Speaker Adrienne Adams commences her address by commemorating the impact of the late Cecilia Gentile, acknowledging the tragic loss of two New Yorkers to fires, and debunking misconceptions about city …
0:11:56
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11 min
Speaker Adrienne Adams' Address: Items Being Voted On
Speaker Adrienne Adams outlines land use decisions including the development of new residential and mixed-use buildings in various districts, discussing the council's commitment to comprehensive planning and affordable housing. Additionally, …
0:23:56
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5 min
Council Member Hanif Discusses Legislation for Domestic Violence Survivors
Council Member Hanif presents her legislation aimed at supporting survivors of domestic and gender-based violence by offering them free home security enhancements, including lock changes and repairs. She highlights the …
0:29:19
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103 sec
Council Member Hudson Discusses 962 Pacific Disapproval and Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan
Council Member Hudson articulates the reasons for his support of a resolution to disapprove a land use project at 962 Pacific Street. He emphasizes the importance of aligning with the …
0:31:02
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122 sec
Council Member Dinowitz Discusses Protection for Seniors Facing Rent Increases
Council Member Dinowitz highlights the challenges facing New Yorkers in securing affordable housing, specifically addressing skyrocketing costs in the Mitchellama program. By introducing Bill intro 25a, Dinowitz proposes leveraging existing …
0:33:04
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132 sec
Council Member Schulman Discusses Healthy NYC Initiative
Council Member Schulman presents on intro 93-a, aiming to increase life expectancy in New York to 83 by 2030. This legislation requires the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to …
0:35:18
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84 sec
Council Member Sanchez Discusses Legal Action Against the Mayor
Council Member Sanchez passionately advocates for a resolution that would enable the City Council to sue the administration for failing to implement adopted housing voucher laws. She emphasizes the necessity …
0:42:19
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74 sec
Council Member Abreu Discusses Housing Stability and Support For Legal Action Against Mayor
In his speech, Council Member Abreu reflects on personal experiences and a career advocating for tenant rights to emphasize the urgent need for legislative action to enhance housing stability. Drawing …
0:43:33
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55 sec
Council Member Hanif Discusses Muslim Day and Gaza Ceasefire
During the 4th annual Muslim Day, Council Member Hanif celebrates the initiative led by Engage and a coalition of 20 Muslim organizations. Emphasizing the demand for a permanent ceasefire in …
0:45:23
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91 sec
Council Member Ariola Discusses Rehiring Vaccine-Noncompliant Municipal Workers
Council Member Ariola introduces Resolution 5, advocating for the rehiring of municipal workers dismissed due to COVID-19 vaccine noncompliance without them having to forfeit their civil rights or rights for …
0:46:56
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122 sec
Council Member Joseph Discusses Education Reforms
Council Member Joseph introduces two key pieces of legislation focused on education reform. The first bill amends the administrative code to require the NY Department of Education to report on …
0:48:59
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81 sec
Council Member Ossé Discusses Support for Muslim Community and Ceasefire in Gaza
Council Member Ossé emphasizes his role as a co-sponsor of Muslim Day at City Hall, hosted by M Gage and Council Members Salam and Hanif. He proudly speaks about the …
0:50:21
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54 sec
Council Member Riley Discusses Bill For Gun Violence Prevention
Council Member Riley delivers a speech on intro 82, a bill to establish a 3-digit gun violence intervention hotline. This bill aims to offer immediate support through mental health professionals …
0:51:15
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131 sec
Council Member Schulman Discusses Support for the Smokeout Act
Council Member Schulman, along with co-prime sponsor Ariola and Council members Powers, Lee, and Genero, introduces Resolution 27 to support the New York State Smokeout Act. This state legislation, sponsored …
0:53:26
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67 sec
Council Member Brooks-Powers Discusses Her Bill for Diverse Business Contracting
Council Member Brooks-Powers introduces legislation, intro 23, focusing on the annual audits of city agencies' Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) procurement processes. She emphasizes the significance of equitable access …
0:54:34
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58 sec
Council Member Won Discusses Her Bill Suspending Alternate Side Parking to Observe Losar
Council Member Won introduces Intro 100, proposing the suspension of alternate side parking on the Losar holiday to honor the cultural and religious practices of New York's Tibetan and Himalayan …
0:55:32
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99 sec
Council Member Brewer Discusses Challenges with Smoke Shops and NYCHA Corruption
Council Member Brewer addresses two critical issues - the closure of smoke shops located near schools and the current developments in night shift corruption. Highlighting the involvement of multiple state …
0:57:12
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79 sec
Council Member Zhuang Discusses Lunar New Year Traditions
Council Member Zhuang discusses the Lunar New Year Eve, highlighting the Year of the Dragon's significance, and extends blessings for happiness, health, and prosperity.
0:58:35
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47 sec
Council Member Narcisse Discusses Pediatric Obesity and Intro 53
Council Member Narcisse addresses the city's pediatric obesity crisis, advocating for intro 53, which mandates extensive public educational programs by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Highlighting obesity prevention …
0:59:22
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133 sec
Council Member Restler's Proposal for Improved Sidewalk Lighting
Council Member Restler introduces a new bill focused on enhancing public safety and supporting local economies through better sidewalk lighting. This legislation aims to require the Department of Transportation to …
1:01:36
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120 sec
Council Member Sanchez Discusses Her Bills for Enhanced Fire Safety Measures
Council Member Sanchez introduces three pivotal bills aimed at significantly improving fire safety protocols across New York City. The bills focus on enhancing the qualifications for smoke control system inspectors, …
1:03:36
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88 sec
