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PUBLIC TESTIMONY

Testimony by Bessie Kimmelfeld on Steam Radiator Safety

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4 min

Bessie Kimmelfeld, mother of Benjamin Zachariah Karowski who died from a steam radiator malfunction, testifies in support of the Ben Z's bill to require inspections of steam radiators in NYC apartments. She emphasizes the tragic deaths of three children due to faulty radiators and urges council members to prioritize children's safety by passing this legislation.

  • Kimmelfeld details the deaths of three children, including her 11-month-old son, due to steam radiator malfunctions in NYC apartments.
  • She argues that current inspection practices are inadequate, with boilers inspected annually but radiators left unchecked.
  • The testimony includes a powerful emotional appeal, asking council members to consider how they would react if it was their own family affected by such a tragedy.