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New York City Council
Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
May 01, 2025
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10:00 AM
6 min
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Summary
A vote. The committee unanimously passes two resolutions: Resolution 741 designating May 10 as Judith Jamison Day in New York City, honoring the dancer and choreographer's contributions to the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and Resolution 844 recognizing May 10 as Chinese American Railroad Workers Memorial Day in New York City, acknowledging the contributions of Chinese American immigrants to the country's infrastructure.
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Council Member Rivera opens meeting and introduces resolutions for vote
Council Member Carlina Rivera, chair of the Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries, and International Intergroup Relations, opens the meeting and introduces two resolutions to be voted on. She briefly describes …
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Council Member Susan Zhuang remarks on Chinese American Railroad Workers Memorial Day resolution
Council Member Susan Zhuang expresses gratitude for the passage of Resolution 844, which recognizes May 10 as Chinese American Railroad Workers Memorial Day. She emphasizes the significance of this recognition …
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Farah N. Louis explains her vote on Judith Jamison Day resolution
Council Member Farah N. Louis expresses her support for the resolution designating May 10 as Judith Jamison Day, citing her personal connection as a former modern and tap dancer. She …
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Vote outcome for Resolution 741 and Resolution 844
The committee unanimously adopted both Resolution 741 (designating May 10 as Judith Jamison Day) and Resolution 844 (recognizing May 10 as Chinese American Railroad Workers Memorial Day). - Yeas: 7 …
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