New York City Council
Committee on Parks and Recreation
Nov 12, 2024
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12:30 PM
6 min
Summary
A vote. The committee unanimously passes Proposed Intro 130-A, a bill establishing composting facilities for plant waste collection in city parks.
The legislation, sponsored by Council Member Gale A. Brewer, requires phased implementation of composting facilities across all boroughs from 2026 to 2028, aiming to support zero waste goals and increase organic waste diversion.
Meeting chapters
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Chair Krishnan introduces composting bill and urges support
Council Member Shekar Krishnan, chair of the City Council's Committee on Parks and Recreation, introduces Proposed Intro 130-A, sponsored by Council Member Gail Brewer. The bill aims to establish composting …
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Council Member Gale A. Brewer's remarks on composting facilities in NYC parks
Council Member Gale A. Brewer provides detailed remarks on the proposed legislation (Intro 130-A) to establish composting facilities in NYC parks. She explains the inspiration behind the bill, its environmental …
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Committee vote on Proposed Intro 130-A
The Committee on Parks and Recreation unanimously adopted Proposed Intro 130-A, which establishes composting facilities for plant waste collection in city parks. - Yeas: 7 - Nays: 0 - Abstentions: …
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