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How has the EDC enhanced community and council engagement with the airport board, and what are the roles of the Community Advisory Council and Port Authority?

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      The chapter discusses the New York City Economic Development Corporation's (EDC) efforts to engage the community and council in the airport board and the operational aspects of the Community Advisory Council.

      • Jennifer Sun of the EDC emphasizes the Community Advisory Council as the main avenue for community engagement with the Port Authority and terminal operators.
      • Council Member Brooks Powers questions the process of convening advisory council meetings, its frequency, and the transparency of these meetings.
      • The discussion addresses the accountability of the Port Authority, exploring how the community can hold it accountable in meetings.
      • Concerns are raised about the authenticity and transparency of the information presented at these meetings and the potential for discrepancies between reports shown to the EDC and those available to the public.
      • The chapter concludes with discussions on enhancing public access to board meeting minutes and potentially increasing community representation on the board.