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New York City Council
Stated Meeting
Apr 10, 2025
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01:30 PM
1 hr 14 min
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Summary
The Stated Meeting happens every 2 weeks (4 weeks in summer), when the council votes on and introduces new legislation.
The council passes several bills enhancing transparency on NYPD surveillance technology use, improving tree maintenance processes, creating a citywide public bathroom network, and waiving civil service exam fees for certain applicants. The council also authorizes legal action against the Adams administration regarding sanctuary city policies.
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Majority Leader Amanda Farías opens the NYC Council stated meeting with introductory remarks
Majority Leader Amanda Farías opens the stated meeting of the New York City Council on 04/10/2025, welcoming attendees and providing guidelines for conduct during the meeting. She emphasizes the importance …
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Invocation by Rabbi Avrohom Walkin, Chazaq
Rabbi Avrohom Walkin from Chazaq delivered an invocation during Passover, emphasizing the Jewish tradition of remembering the journey from slavery to freedom. He called for wisdom, justice, and compassion in …
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Council Member Gennaro praises Rabbi Walkin for delivering invocation
Council Member James F. Gennaro expresses gratitude to Rabbi Avrohom Walkin for delivering the day's invocation and provides background information on the rabbi's career and family. Gennaro concludes by making …
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Opening remarks and acknowledgment of recent tragedies
Speaker Adrienne E. Adams opens the council meeting with acknowledgments of recent tragedies, including a fatal fire in Council Member Mealy's district and a nightclub roof collapse in Santo Domingo, …
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Council's response to mayor's fiscal year 2026 preliminary budget
Speaker Adams highlights the council's official response to the mayor's fiscal year 2026 preliminary budget. She emphasizes the council's commitment to investing in New Yorkers and addressing critical issues facing …
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Criticism of Trump administration policies and their impact on New York City
Speaker Adams strongly criticizes the Trump administration's policies and their negative impact on New York City and its residents. She highlights various issues including budget cuts, tariffs, and attacks on …
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Recognition of awareness months and celebrations
Speaker Adams acknowledges various awareness months and celebrations, highlighting the diversity and inclusivity of New York City. She mentions several important observances and their significance. - Recognizes National Sexual Assault …
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Introduction of finance items and appointments for voting
Speaker Adams introduces several finance items and appointments for the council to vote on. These include tax exemptions and appointments to various city boards and commissions. - Two preconsidered resolutions …
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Resolutions on wage equity, environmental impact studies, and legal action against Adams administration
Speaker Adams introduces several resolutions for voting, covering a range of topics including wage equity, environmental impact studies, and legal action against the Adams administration. - Resolution 333-A calls for …
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Legislation on civil service examination fees and tree maintenance
Speaker Adams introduces legislation aimed at waiving civil service examination fees for certain applicants and improving tree maintenance processes in the city. - Introduction 671-A authorizes DCAS to waive civil …
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Legislation on NYPD surveillance technology oversight
Speaker Adams introduces a package of bills aimed at increasing transparency and oversight of the NYPD's use of surveillance technology. - Introduction 168-A requires NYPD to provide DOI with a …
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Bills on transportation project tracking and planning
Speaker Adams introduces legislation aimed at improving transparency and accountability in the Department of Transportation's project planning and execution, particularly related to the Streets Master Plan. - Introduction 1114-A requires …
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Legislation on emergency preparedness and public bathroom planning
Speaker Adams introduces two final pieces of legislation focused on emergency preparedness for flash floods and long-term planning for public bathrooms in the city. - Introduction 807-A requires NYC Emergency …
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Council Member Hudson advocates for transparency in NYPD's use of facial recognition technology
Council Member Crystal Hudson speaks in support of Introduction 233-A, which is part of a package of bills aimed at strengthening the POST Act and increasing transparency around the NYPD's …
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Council Member Julie Won urges support for surveillance oversight legislation
Council Member Julie Won advocates for a package of bills, particularly Intro 480-A, aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in NYPD's surveillance practices. She emphasizes the importance of clear policies, …
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Council Member Sandy Nurse advocates for citywide public bathroom network
Council Member Sandy Nurse presents a passionate argument for Introduction 694-A, a bill to create the first citywide public bathroom network in New York City. She highlights the current shortage …
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Council Member Williams introduces bills on tree maintenance transparency
Council Member Nantasha M. Williams introduces two bills, Intro 800-A and Intro 978-A, aimed at improving transparency and accountability in tree maintenance processes. She emphasizes the importance of providing clear …
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Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers advocates for transparency and safety bills
Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers presents a package of bills focused on transparency, public safety, and transit equity. She discusses three key pieces of legislation: Intro 1105 for DOT accountability, Intro …
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Council Member De La Rosa advocates for waiving civil service exam fees
Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa speaks in support of Introduction 671-A, which aims to waive civil service examination fees for high school students and first-time applicants. She emphasizes …
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Vote outcome for general order calendar items
The New York City Council voted on several items on the general order calendar. Most items were adopted unanimously, with a few exceptions: - All items: 47 in favor, 0 …
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Council Member Joann Ariola discusses sanctuary city policies and ICE at Rikers Island
Council Member Joann Ariola presents her views on sanctuary city policies, arguing that the current interpretation has strayed from its original intent of protecting crime victims to potentially shielding criminals. …
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Council Member Kevin C. Riley urges support for environmental impact study resolution
Council Member Kevin C. Riley urges his colleagues to support Resolution 187, which calls for a comprehensive environmental impact study on a proposed electric bus depot charging facility in District …
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Council Member Vernikov criticizes sanctuary city resolution and policies
Council Member Inna Vernikov expresses strong opposition to Resolution 837, which empowers the speaker to sue on behalf of the city council regarding challenges to New York City's sanctuary city …
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Council Member Áviles criticizes mayor's actions on sanctuary city status
Council Member Alexa Áviles delivers remarks strongly criticizing Mayor Adams' executive order allowing ICE operations on Rikers Island, viewing it as a violation of New York City's sanctuary city protections. …
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Council Member Tiffany Cabán advocates for sanctuary city policies
Council Member Tiffany Cabán speaks in support of sanctuary city policies, arguing that they make cities safer for everyone. She presents facts and personal experience to counter opposing rhetoric and …
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Resolution 59-A on MTA environmental impact study passes
The New York City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 59-A, which calls on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to conduct a comprehensive environmental impact study on the viability …
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Resolution 187 on MTA environmental impact statement passes
The New York City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 187, which calls on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to conduct a comprehensive environmental impact statement for the proposed …
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Resolution 333-A passes by voice vote
The New York City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 333-A, which calls on the New York State Legislature to pass and the governor to sign Senate Bill 28-A …
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Resolution 729 condemning Trump's revocation of DEI programs passes
The New York City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 729, which condemns President Trump's revocation of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and policies at the federal level. The …
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Resolution 836 on legal action against Adams administration passes
The New York City Council held a voice vote on Resolution 836, which authorizes the speaker to take legal action on behalf of the council to defend against the Adams …
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Council Member Chris Banks introduces two bills on rental assistance notifications and tax preparer transparency
Council Member Chris Banks introduces two new bills aimed at improving transparency and fairness for tenants and consumers in New York City. The first bill, Intro 1232, requires automated notifications …
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Council Member Susan Zhuang speaks on the history of Chinese American railroad workers
Council Member Susan Zhuang delivers remarks on the often-overlooked history of Chinese American railroad workers, highlighting their contributions to the Transcontinental Railroad and the subsequent Chinese Exclusion Act. She emphasizes …
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Council Member Brewer discusses FOIL database legislation and Board of Elections appointment
Council Member Gale A. Brewer brings attention to Introduction 1235, which aims to improve the tracking and response times for Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests across city agencies. She …
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Council Member Alexa Áviles introduces resolution for SNAP fraud victim compensation fund
Council Member Alexa Áviles introduces Resolution 839, which supports state legislation to establish a SNAP and cash assistance fraud victim compensation fund. She emphasizes the critical need for this fund …
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Council Member Rita C. Joseph introduces bills on holistic needs assessment and music education
Council Member Rita C. Joseph introduces two pieces of legislation: Intro 1240, which establishes a holistic needs assessment program for people in DOC custody, and Resolution 842, which recognizes March …
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Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa addresses tragic nightclub collapse in Santo Domingo
Council Member Carmen N. De La Rosa delivers a somber address about the recent tragic roof collapse at the Jessen nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. She highlights the devastating …
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Council Member Cabán introduces resolution opposing Trump's executive order on transgender student rights
Council Member Tiffany Cabán announces the introduction of a resolution opposing President Trump's executive order that restricts protections for transgender students in schools. The resolution calls for continued support and …
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Council Member Chris Banks advocates for Principal Brown of PS 202
Council Member Chris Banks speaks in support of Principal Brown of PS 202, praising her transformative leadership and urging the administration to reconsider a potential decision to remove her from …
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Council Member Vernikov mourns tragic loss of mother and daughters in traffic incident
Council Member Inna Vernikov expresses condolences for the tragic loss of Natasha Saadah and her two daughters, Deborah and Diana, who were killed by a reckless driver. She offers prayers …
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Council Member Mealy addresses tragedy in Bedford-Stuyvesant and extends condolences
Council Member Darlene Mealy speaks about a tragic fire in her district of Bedford-Stuyvesant that resulted in the death of a valued community member, Sheryl Griffin. She extends her condolences …
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Council Member Sanchez addresses tragedy in Dominican Republic and announces vigil
Council Member Pierina Ana Sanchez acknowledges a tragic incident at Jet Set Club in the Dominican Republic where 221 lives were lost. She expresses devastation over the event and announces …
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