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Inquiry about the Trump Organization's potential involvement in the Wollman Rink RFP
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Council Member Krishnan inquires about the Trump Organization's potential involvement in the Wollman Rink RFP. Commissioner Donoghue declines to comment on specific proposals but acknowledges awareness of the organization's legal issues.
- Donoghue cannot comment on ongoing solicitations or vendor proposals due to FCRC rules
- The commissioner mentions that multiple factors will be considered before finalizing any award
- Krishnan reminds that the Trump Organization has been convicted of 17 counts of criminal tax fraud and falsifying business records
- Donoghue confirms awareness of these convictions
Shekar Krishnan
0:43:33
Appreciate it.
0:43:34
Thank you.
0:43:34
Yep.
0:43:35
My next question is, has the Trump Organization made a formal offer to the Parks Department regarding the RFP?
0:43:42
And if so, can you please provide a breakdown of the offer, private dollars versus public dollars?
Susan Donoghue
0:43:47
I'm unable to comment on this topic.
0:43:50
In accordance with FCRC rules, the city does not comment on any ongoing solicitation or vendor proposal.
0:43:59
But before finalizing any award, the city will consider multiple factors including the vendor's financial resources, their record of business integrity, but at this time, that's I can't comment on any specific proposals we've received.
Shekar Krishnan
0:44:11
And how about the number of bids that you've all received for this
Susan Donoghue
0:44:14
All so cannot comment.
0:44:15
It's an ongoing negotiation.
Shekar Krishnan
0:44:17
And my final question is, you are, and the Parks Department and City Hall, are aware that the Trump Organization has been convicted of 17 counts of criminal tax fraud and falsifying business records.
Susan Donoghue
0:44:28
We are aware.
0:44:29
Yes.
Shekar Krishnan
0:44:29
Thank you.
0:44:30
I'll now turn over to my colleague for some questions before going back, to more questions.
0:44:34
Councilmember Brewer?