Q&A
Inquiry about Deputy Commissioner Jesse Hamilton's absence from the hearing
1:22:44
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36 sec
Council Member Restler questions why Deputy Commissioner Jesse Hamilton is not present at the hearing to answer questions directly. Commissioner Molina defends the decision to represent DCAS himself at the hearing.
- Restler expresses frustration that Hamilton, who was more directly involved in the decisions being discussed, is not present
- Molina states that as commissioner, he decides who represents DCAS at hearings
- Molina argues that his presence, along with Executive Deputy Commissioner Overton, is the best course for dialogue
Lincoln Restler
1:22:44
And in your review of this case that you say you've you've gone back on Let me just why isn't Jesse here to answer these questions?
1:22:53
Right?
1:22:54
You're saying you weren't involved pre day 2.
1:22:56
Why is the deputy commissioner not here to directly respond?
Louis Molina
1:22:59
Sure.
1:22:59
So, I mean, as a commissioner, I believe, that this is an opportunity for me to share my vision with all of you and answer your questions about our leasing practices.
1:23:08
As commissioner, I decide who represents us in hearings.
Lincoln Restler
1:23:11
And I appreciate that.
1:23:12
You've only been here 90 days.
Louis Molina
1:23:13
The best course of dialogue.
1:23:16
It was best from my and executive deputy commissioner Overton to be here to answer these questions.
