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Selvena N. Brooks-Powers explains her vote on Introduction 991
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Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers expresses her support for Introduction 991, which aims to ensure safe and secure working conditions for hotel workers. She highlights the collaborative effort in reaching an agreement that balances workers' needs with local business concerns.
- Congratulates those passing bills and emphasizes the significance of Introduction 991 for hotel workers and the local economy
- Extends gratitude to various organizations and individuals involved in the negotiation process
- Mentions specific consideration for areas like the Rockaway Peninsula in balancing worker needs and business concerns
Selvena N. Brooks-Powers
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Permission to explain my vote.
Amanda FarÃas
0:30:09
Permission granted.
Selvena N. Brooks-Powers
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I'd like to congratulate all of those passing bills today, and I'd like to just say on the record that I'm proud of the agreement we were able to reach on introduction 991, which ensures that hotel workers can thrive and work in a safe and secure environment.
0:30:27
This is a significant win for our workers recognizing the vital role they play in supporting our local economy.
0:30:34
I wanna extend my gratitude to the hotel and game and trades council, the restaurant alliance, and the hotel association of New York City as well as speaker, agent Adams, council member, Julie Bannon, council member, Joanne Ariola, the entire staff for the open minded approach and thoughtfulness through the negotiation process.
0:30:56
And together, we have worked to balance needs of workers as 1st and foremost, but also taken into account the concerns of local businesses, particularly in areas such as the Rockaway Peninsula.
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And so with that, I vote I.
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Thank you.
