New York City Council
Stated Meeting
Oct 10, 2024
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01:30 PM
50 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 passed several bills related to maternal health, including measures to increase transparency in maternal mortality data and improve workplace accommodations for new mothers.
The council also introduced new legislation on various topics such as combating illegal cannabis businesses, preventing gift card scams targeting seniors, and providing luggage for youth in foster care.
Meeting chapters
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Majority Leader Amanda Farías opens the October 10, 2024 stated meeting
Majority Leader Amanda Farías opens the October 10, 2024 stated meeting of the NYC City Council, welcoming attendees and setting ground rules for the proceedings. She emphasizes the importance of …
0:01:37
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Invocation by Rabbi Aryeh Rockove, Congregation Nachlas Avos
Rabbi Aryeh Rockove of Congregation Nachlas Avos delivered the invocation, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to live in New York City and thanking the council members for their service. He …
0:07:02
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108 sec
Council Member Schulman introduces Rabbi Aryeh Rockove and praises his community work
Council Member Lynn C. Schulman introduces Rabbi Aryeh Rockove, highlighting his roles as a community leader in Kew Gardens and Richmond Hill, a teacher, and a camp rabbi. She emphasizes …
0:09:06
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53 sec
Opening remarks and acknowledgment of recent events
Speaker Adrienne E. Adams opens the council meeting with remarks on recent events, including the October 7th attacks on Israel and World Teachers Day. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing …
0:10:30
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64 sec
Upcoming holidays, celebrations, and council member birthdays
Speaker Adams acknowledges various upcoming holidays, celebrations, and council member birthdays, highlighting the diversity of New York City and the importance of recognizing different communities. - Mentions Jewish holidays (Yom …
0:11:35
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151 sec
Finance and land use items for council vote
Speaker Adams presents various finance and land use items for the council to vote on, including budget designations, tax exemptions, rezoning applications, and affordable housing projects. - Introduces a transparency …
0:14:08
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3 min
Legislation on artwork and city contracting improvements
Speaker Adams introduces legislation related to artwork on sidewalk sheds and construction fences, as well as bills to improve city contracting and procurement processes. - Presents Introduction 956-C to update …
0:17:37
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67 sec
Addressing the maternal health crisis and related legislation
Speaker Adams emphasizes the urgency of addressing the maternal mortality crisis in New York City and introduces several pieces of legislation aimed at improving maternal health outcomes. - Highlights the …
0:18:45
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3 min
Council Member Farah N. Louis discusses maternal health legislation and land use project
Council Member Farah N. Louis addresses the NYC City Council, highlighting two pieces of legislation (Intro 891-A and Intro 892-A) aimed at improving maternal health and workplace accommodations for new …
0:22:39
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110 sec
Council Member Julie Won urges support for bills improving city contracting processes
Council Member Julie Won advocates for the passage of bills 801, 802, and 803, which aim to increase transparency, accountability, and efficiency in city contracting processes. She highlights the importance …
0:24:34
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136 sec
Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez introduces the newborn navigator act
Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez presents the newborn navigator act, a legislation aimed at providing essential resources to new parents and guardians in New York City. She emphasizes the importance of …
0:26:53
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116 sec
Vote outcome for general order calendar items
The City Council voted on items from the general order calendar. The outcome was as follows: - All items except Intro 956-C: 50 yeas, 0 nays, 0 abstentions - Intro …
0:34:14
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15 sec
Council Member Althea Stevens advocates for maternal health legislation
Council Member Althea Stevens expresses support for Resolution 293, which calls for the passage of the Shirley Chisholm Chance Act to address the maternal mortality crisis in Brooklyn and the …
0:34:45
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72 sec
Resolution 133-A on increasing Medicaid reimbursement for doula services passes
The City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 133-A, which calls on the New York State legislature to pass legislation to increase Medicaid reimbursement for doula services. The resolution …
0:36:16
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20 sec
Resolution 293-A passes: Chisholm Chance Act to address maternal morbidity crisis
The City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 293-A, which calls on the New York State legislature to pass and the governor to sign Senate Bill 2898-A and Assembly …
0:36:36
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26 sec
Council Member Schulman introduces bill to create watch list for illegal cannabis businesses
Council Member Lynn C. Schulman introduces a new bill, Intro 1085, aimed at combating illegal cannabis businesses by creating a public watch list for bad actors and landlords. This follows …
0:37:10
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35 sec
Council Member Linda Lee introduces legislation to combat gift card scams targeting older adults
Council Member Linda Lee introduces Intro 1078, which aims to prevent gift card scams targeting older adults by mandating chip and pin technology for physical gift cards sold in New …
0:37:51
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92 sec
Council Member Farah N. Louis introduces legislation for domestic violence awareness month
Council Member Farah N. Louis introduces three pieces of legislation aimed at addressing gaps in support for survivors of gender-based violence and protecting women's well-being in New York City. The …
0:39:28
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101 sec
Council Member Rita Joseph introduces bill to provide luggage for foster care youth
Council Member Rita Joseph introduces a bill (Intro 1077) that would require ACS to provide proper luggage for foster care youth when they enter the system, move between placements, or …
0:41:15
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84 sec
Council Member Ariola introduces resolution to remember the "Innocent 11" Italian-Americans
Council Member Joann Ariola introduces Resolution 596 to recognize March 14th as "Innocent 11 Remembrance Day" in New York City, commemorating 11 Italian-American men who were brutally murdered in New …
0:42:46
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138 sec
Council Member David Carr expresses gratitude for Italian heritage night and promotes Columbus Day celebrations
Council Member David Carr thanked those involved in organizing the recent Italian heritage night event held in the council chambers. He encouraged colleagues to participate in the upcoming Columbus Day …
0:45:09
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58 sec
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse addresses maternal health legislation and introduces a small business bill
Council Member Mercedes Narcisse expresses gratitude for the passage of maternal health bills and emphasizes the importance of addressing maternal health disparities, particularly for black and brown communities. She also …
0:46:12
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127 sec
Council Member Cabán introduces bird-friendly building legislation and shows support for NY Liberty
Council Member Tiffany Cabán introduces legislation requiring large buildings in New York City to retrofit windows with bird-friendly materials by 2030. She explains the importance of this bill in addressing …
0:48:23
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103 sec
Council Member Adams recognizes attendees and adjourns the meeting
Council Member Adrienne E. Adams concludes the October 10, 2024 stated meeting by recognizing young adults in attendance supporting Intro 1077 and formally adjourning the session. - Adams specifically mentions …
0:50:22
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29 sec