New York public meetings in 2023

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration is considering a resolution urging the New York State Legislature to pass and the Governor to sign A.170/S.999, the Access to Representation Act, which would establish a right to legal counsel in immigration court proceedings. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on this resolution.

• Resolution 0556-2023 (Proposed Res. No. 556-B) supporting the Access to Representation Act (A.170/S.999)

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor is considering a local law that would create a private right of action to enforce the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act. This would allow individuals to sue employers for violations. The committee is deciding whether to advance this proposal.

• Proposed Int. No. 563-A: creates a private right of action to enforce the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Committee on Parks and Recreation is considering a local law that would name 117 thoroughfares and public places across all five boroughs, including streets, plazas, and parks. The law also repeals certain sections of previous local laws. The committee will vote on this preconsidered item.

• Naming of 117 thoroughfares and public places, including St. John Baptist Church Place, Forest Park Carousel Way, and Tony Bennett Place in Queens
• Repeal of sections 13, 56, and 113 of Local Law 44 of 2023, section 30 of Local Law 54 of 2022, and sections 8, 18, 59, 61, 85, and 90 of Local Law 110 of 2023

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is reviewing eight local laws and one resolution focused on New York City Police Department accountability. The items primarily require the NYPD to report on specific interactions, such as denied search consents and vehicle stops, and to share body-worn camera footage with the Department of Investigation. One item addresses the provision of reduced fare program information to individuals summoned for fare evasion. A final resolution urges the state legislature to pass a bill protecting youth during custodial interrogations.

• Int 0538-2022: Requires NYPD to report instances where an individual denied consent to a search
• Int 0585-2022: Provides body-worn camera footage to the Department of Investigation
• Int 0586-2022: Requires reporting on police-civilian investigative encounters
• Int 0638-2022: Requires reporting on the use of large donations received by the police department
• Int 0781-2022: Requires reporting on the justification for stops in vehicle encounter reports

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice is scheduled to review three items on December 20, 2023. The primary item is a local law to amend the administrative code to ban solitary confinement in city jails and establish standards for restrictive housing. The committee will also consider a local law requiring the Department of Correction to provide letters of incarceration to individuals leaving custody. Additionally, the committee will review a resolution urging the New York State Legislature to pass the Fair and Timely Parole Act and the Elder Parole Act.

• Int 0549-2022: Local law to ban solitary confinement in city jails and set standards for restrictive housing and emergency lock-ins
• Int 1203-2023: Local law requiring the Department of Correction to provide a letter of incarceration to individuals leaving custody
• Res 0241-2022: Resolution calling on the NY State Legislature to pass the Fair and Timely Parole Act (S307/A162) and Elder Parole Act (S2423/A2035)

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is considering Resolution 0863-2023, which condemns recent attacks on Sikh community members in New York City and calls for an end to discrimination against Sikh New Yorkers. The resolution is preconsidered and will be discussed at the December 20, 2023 meeting.

• Resolution 0863-2023 condemning attacks on Sikh community members
• Calls for swift end to discrimination against Sikh New Yorkers

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

The Committee on Civil and Human Rights is considering a proposed local law (Int 0632-2022) that would amend the city's administrative code to prohibit housing discrimination based on criminal history. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on this measure at its December 20, 2023 meeting.

• Proposed Int. No. 632-A: A local law to amend the administrative code to prohibit housing discrimination on the basis of criminal history

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is considering a local law (Int 1139-2023) that would amend the city's administrative code regarding advertising on the interior of for-hire vehicles. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on this proposal.

• Local law to amend administrative code on interior advertising in for-hire vehicles (Int 1139-2023)

City Council Stated Meeting

The New York City Council is holding its stated meeting on December 20, 2023, with a full agenda of legislation and land-use items. Key actions include voting on a local law to ban solitary confinement in city jails, as well as other measures on housing discrimination, safe and sick time, and procurement. The council will also consider several land-use resolutions and zoning changes.

• Int 0549-2022-A: Banning solitary confinement in city jails and establishing standards for restrictive housing and emergency lock-ins.
• Int 0632-2022-A: Prohibiting housing discrimination on the basis of criminal history.
• Int 0563-2022-A: Creating a private right of action to enforce the earned safe and sick time act.
• Res 0877-2023: Approving site plan for a new 676-seat high school facility in Brooklyn (Block 5873, Lots 73 and 77).
• LU 0296-2023: Zoning change for 541-545 Bay Street, Staten Island, from C4-2 to R6 with a Special Bay Street Corridor District.

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans will consider four proposed local laws and one resolution. The bills address demographic data collection on veterans, community outreach for mental health resources, annual reporting on mental health services, and an online resource tool. The resolution urges state action on service dog financial assistance.

• Int 1237-2023: demographic data collection on veterans
• Int 1239-2023: community outreach on mental health resources
• Int 1241-2023: annual report on mental health services
• Int 1244-2023: online resource tool and pamphlet
• Res 0837-2023: support for S.4717/A.3149 on service dog assistance

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts is meeting to consider a local law that would amend the administrative code. The proposal requires the establishment of a document vault to store specific procurement-related documents. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Int 1048-2023: Local law to require a document vault for procurement documents

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction is considering two items. The first is a proposed local law (Int 0946-2023) that would create a mental health coordinator to inform city employees about mental health support services. The second is a resolution (Res 0584-2023) urging the state legislature and governor to adopt interstate compacts to ease licensing for medical and mental health providers.

• Int 0946-2023: Local law to create a mental health coordinator for city employees
• Res 0584-2023: Resolution supporting Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Nurse Licensure Compact, and Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance is considering resolutions to approve new designations and changes in designations of organizations to receive funding in the Expense Budget, and to approve real property tax exemptions for two housing projects in Manhattan. The first project, Sojourner Truth, involves property at Block 1841, Lot 1 and Block 1863, Lot 29 in Community District 7. The second, Aulder Preservation Portfolio, involves multiple lots in Community Districts 10 and 12. These are preconsidered resolutions, meaning they are being acted on at this meeting.

• Resolution approving new designations and changes in designations of organizations to receive funding in the Expense Budget (Res 0864-2023)
• Approval of real property tax exemption under Section 125(1)(a) of the Private Housing Finance Law for Sojourner Truth property (LU 0298-2023)
• Approval of additional period of real property tax exemption for Sojourner Truth property under Section 125(1)(a-3) (Res 0870-2023)
• Approval of real property tax exemption under Section 577 of the Private Housing Finance Law for Aulder Preservation Portfolio (LU 0299-2023)

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is scheduled to consider a local law on December 20, 2023. The proposal aims to amend the administrative code to install pumpout facilities and establish the city's coastal waters as no-discharge zones. No other items are listed on this agenda.

• Int 0532-2022 (Proposed Int. No. 532-A): Amends administrative code to establish coastal waters as no-discharge zones via pumpout facilities

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management will consider three proposed local laws. These include requiring the Department of Sanitation to remove storm-related tree debris from streets and sidewalks, regulating unlicensed mobile car washes, and allowing reusable beverage containers in sports venues. The committee will vote on whether to advance these bills to the full Council.

• Int 0145-2022: Requires sanitation dept. to remove fallen tree limbs, branches, and vegetation blocking streets/sidewalks after severe weather
• Int 1131-2023: Outreach to unlicensed mobile car wash operators, authorizes seizure of certain mobile car washes, repeals educational outreach after expiration
• Int 1161-2023: Allows reusable beverage containers in sports venues

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education is meeting to consider two local laws. The first would require the Department of Education to respond to students in emotional crisis in public schools. The second would require the Department of Education and the Administration for Children's Services to report on educational programming for juvenile delinquents, juvenile offenders, and adolescent offenders.

• Int 0003-2022: Local law on responding to students in emotional crisis in public schools
• Int 0542-2022: Local law requiring reporting on educational programming for juvenile delinquents, juvenile offenders, and adolescent offenders

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor is holding an oversight hearing to discuss the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) professional development trainings. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on DCAS Professional Development Trainings (T2023-4289)

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is reviewing a local law that would require reports on the removal of individuals experiencing homelessness and their subsequent outcomes. This item is the only substantive agenda entry for the December 19, 2023 meeting.

• Int 1153-2023: Local law to amend the administrative code regarding reports on removals involving individuals experiencing homelessness

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use, chaired by Rafael Salamanca Jr., is meeting on December 19, 2023, at 11:00 AM in Committee Room at 250 Broadway. The agenda references a Land Use Calendar, indicating the committee will discuss or decide on land use matters, though specific items are not listed in this text.

• Meeting of the Committee on Land Use
• Reference to Land Use Calendar for agenda items

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology, jointly with the Committee on Public Safety, is holding an oversight hearing on the NYPD's implementation of the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act. They will also consider three local laws (Int 1193, 1195, 1207) that would expand DOI oversight of police surveillance, require a facial recognition policy with audits, and increase transparency in surveillance tech use.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD's POST Act implementation
• Int 1193-2023: DOI oversight of police surveillance technology
• Int 1195-2023: Facial recognition policy and compliance audits
• Int 1207-2023: Police transparency in surveillance tech use

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education, jointly with the Committee on State and Federal Legislation, is holding an oversight hearing on the new phonics-based curriculum and dyslexia screening in NYC public schools. This is a discussion and review, not a vote on legislation.

• Oversight hearing on new phonics-based curriculum
• Dyslexia screening in NYC public schools
• Joint hearing with Committee on State and Federal Legislation

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on land use items as listed in the Land Use Calendar. The agenda is procedural, referencing the calendar without detailing specific proposals.

• Land Use Calendar review

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is holding an oversight hearing on preventative services for at-risk and justice-involved youth. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law (Int 0757-2022) that would establish a system to obtain employment and income information from third parties for determining eligibility for benefits and services.

• Oversight hearing on preventative services for at-risk and justice-involved youth
• Proposed local law Int 0757-2022 to obtain employment and income info from third parties for benefits eligibility

Committee on State and Federal Legislation

The Committee on State and Federal Legislation, jointly with the Committee on Education, is holding an oversight hearing on the new phonics-based curriculum and dyslexia screening in NYC public schools. The meeting is for discussion and oversight, not a vote on legislation.

• Oversight hearing on new phonics-based curriculum
• Dyslexia screening in NYC public schools
• Joint hearing with the Committee on Education

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection is holding an oversight hearing on street vending in NYC and considering six proposed local laws that would change vending rules, including bans in bike lanes, curb distance, sales tax certificates, and criminal penalties.

• Oversight hearing on street vending in NYC
• Int 1060-2023: Prohibits vending in bicycle lanes
• Int 1062-2023: Repeals bookkeeping requirements for vendors
• Int 1188-2023: Requires food vendors to obtain sales tax certificate of authority
• Int 1264-2023: Repeals misdemeanor criminal penalties for general and mobile food vendors

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing on how arts and cultural organizations reach out to New York City communities. The committee will also consider two resolutions: one urging Congress to shift military funds to social services and hold hearings on unmet needs, and another condemning recent attacks on Sikh New Yorkers and seeking an end to discrimination.

• Oversight hearing on arts and cultural organizations' outreach into NYC communities
• Resolution 0423-2022: calls on Congress and President to move funds from military budget to social services and hold public hearings on unmet human needs
• Resolution T2023-4380: condemns attacks on Sikh community in NYC and seeks end to discrimination

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on Economic Development is holding an oversight hearing on the role of small businesses in shelter food procurement. The committee will also discuss a local law to amend the city charter regarding the winterization of farmers' markets, jointly with the Committees on Contracts and Small Business.

• Oversight hearing on the role of small businesses in shelter food procurement
• Local Law Int 0964-2023 to amend the NYC charter regarding winterization of farmers' markets

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions will consider three land-use applications. One would approve an Urban Development Action Area Project with a real property tax exemption for four Manhattan properties in the West 120-126th Street Cluster. The other two are site selections for new school facilities in Brooklyn and Queens.

• Urban Development Action Area Project and tax exemption for 150 West 121st Street, 204 West 120th Street, 271 West 126th Street, and 305 West 126th Street, Manhattan
• Site selection for new 676-seat high school including D75 Special Education, Block 5873, Lots 73 and 77, Brooklyn, Community District 10
• Site selection for new 696-seat primary school, Block 5145, Lot 90, Queens, Community District 7

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use is reviewing applications for housing developments, tax exemptions, and new school facilities. Key items include a rezoning request for a Staten Island property and site selections for new schools in Brooklyn and Queens. The committee is also considering Urban Development Action Area Projects in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

• Rezoning of 541-545 Bay Street in Staten Island from C4-2 to R6 with a new Special Bay Street Corridor District
• Site selection for a new 676-seat high school in Brooklyn Community District 10
• Site selection for a new 696-seat primary school in Queens Community District 7
• Approval of Urban Development Action Area Project (UDAAP) for 506 West 135th Street in Manhattan
• Approval of UDAAP and tax exemptions for Linden Gardens in Brooklyn

Committee on Small Business

The Committee on Small Business is holding an oversight hearing on the role of small businesses in shelter food procurement, and will also consider a local law to amend the city charter regarding the winterization of farmers' markets. The hearing is joint with the Committees on Contracts and Economic Development.

• Oversight hearing on the role of small businesses in shelter food procurement
• Local Law Int 0964-2023 to amend the city charter on winterization of farmers' markets

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is holding an oversight hearing on the city's obligation to reduce carbon emissions from government operations. This is a discussion and review item, not a vote on specific legislation.

• Oversight hearing on reducing carbon emissions from government operations

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is reviewing two applications for 541-545 Bay Street in Staten Island. The first proposes changing the zoning map from a C4-2 District to an R6 District and establishing a Special Bay Street Corridor District. The second proposes modifying the Zoning Resolution to create a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area within that corridor.

• Application C 220426 ZMR: Change 541-545 Bay Street from C4-2 to R6 District
• Application C 220426 ZMR: Establish Special Bay Street Corridor District (BSC)
• Application N 220392 ZRR: Create new Subdistrict and Appendix F for Mandatory Inclusionary Housing
• Both applications submitted by Epsilon Enterprises Realty, LLC

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is holding an oversight hearing on older adult workforce programs. The committee will also consider two resolutions urging state action to support entrepreneurship and workforce development for people 50 and older.

• Oversight hearing on Older Adult Workforce Programs
• Resolution supporting S.884/A.6331 to expand encore entrepreneurship for individuals 50+
• Resolution supporting S.3004/A.6324 to establish an Office of Older Adult Workforce Development

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance is holding an oversight hearing on the Mayor's November Financial Plan. This is a discussion and review of the city's financial plan, not a vote on specific legislation.

• Oversight of Mayor's November Financial Plan

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is holding an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also consider a local law that would require monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and their outcomes, jointly with the Committees on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction and Veterans.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City
• Local Law Int 1153-2023: requiring monthly reports on removals of individuals experiencing homelessness and outcomes
• Jointly with Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction and Committee on Veterans

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans is holding an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law that would require monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and their outcomes, jointly with other committees.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing in NYC
• Local Law Int 1153-2023 requiring monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and outcomes
• Joint hearing with Committees on General Welfare and Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction is holding an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law (Int 1153-2023) that would require monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and their outcomes, jointly with the Committees on General Welfare and Veterans.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing in NYC
• Proposed local law Int 1153-2023 requiring monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and outcomes
• Joint hearing with Committee on General Welfare and Committee on Veterans

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is holding an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also consider a local law that would require monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and their outcomes. This is a joint hearing with the Committees on General Welfare, Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction, and Veterans.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing
• Local Law Int 1153-2023 requiring monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and outcomes
• Joint hearing with three other committees

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, jointly with the Committee on Health, is holding an oversight hearing on rat mitigation and public health. The agenda lists no specific bills or resolutions, only the oversight topic.

• Oversight hearing on rat mitigation and public health (T2023-4222)

Committee on Health

The New York City Council Committee on Health, chaired by Lynn C. Schulman, is meeting to conduct an oversight session on rat mitigation and public health. This item is held jointly with the Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management. The agenda contains no proposed legislation, contracts, or specific decisions, only this single oversight topic.

• Oversight hearing on Rat Mitigation and Public Health (Item T2023-4223)

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is meeting to consider a local law requiring the cultural affairs commissioner to report annually on department funding of art and cultural organizations. The committee will also vote on two resolutions designating commemorative days: May 10 as National Pan-Hellenic Council Day and April 13 as Borinqueneers Day.

• Int 1184-2023: Local law requiring annual report on cultural affairs funding
• Res 0568-2023: Designating May 10 as National Pan-Hellenic Council Day
• Res 0813-2023: Designating April 13 as Borinqueneers Day

City Council Stated Meeting

The New York City Council is holding its stated meeting on December 6, 2023, with a full agenda of land use, housing, and public health items. Key actions include approving with modifications the City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality zoning text amendment, several Brooklyn rezonings, and multiple local laws on noise, menstrual products, and anti-racism training. The council will also consider tax exemptions for affordable housing projects and a resolution on domestic violence shelter reimbursement.

• City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality zoning amendment (N 230113 ZRY) approved with modifications and referred to City Planning Commission
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (C 220438 ZMK) and 534 Coney Island Avenue rezoning (C 230010 ZMK) in Brooklyn approved with modifications
• Tax exemptions for 1601 DeKalb (Brooklyn), Sumet I (Brooklyn), MHANY Stella Heights (Manhattan), Villa Hermosa (Manhattan) under Private Housing Finance Law
• Local laws requiring opioid antagonists in schools (Int 0198-2022-A) and menstrual products in schools (Int 1056-2023-A)
• Noise control package: construction noise measurement, photo noise violation monitoring, and noise inspection reports

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor is considering a resolution that calls on the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) and the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) to reconsider their decision to use precast concrete wall panels instead of traditional handset brick and block walls in public projects. This is a discussion and vote on a resolution, not a binding law.

• Resolution 0547-2023 calling on SCA and DDC to reconsider precast concrete wall panels in favor of traditional handset brick and block walls

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is considering five proposed local laws addressing construction noise, noise inspection reporting, photo enforcement of vehicle noise, and citizen noise complaint compensation. The committee will vote on these bills, which would amend the city's administrative code.

• Int 0774-2022: Requires DEP to measure construction noise inside dwellings upon request and sets prohibited noise levels for construction devices between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.
• Int 0775-2022: Requires publication of noise inspection results.
• Int 0776-2022: Requires providing noise inspection reports.
• Int 0778-2022: Establishes a photo noise violation monitoring device program for motor vehicles.
• Int 1194-2023: Adjusts compensation for citizen noise complaints and maximum penalty for certain violations.

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education is considering a resolution calling on The City University of New York (CUNY) to ensure all campuses award appropriate college credits to students who earned a New York State Seal of Biliteracy in high school, and to accept the Seal as fulfillment of any foreign language requirement where required. This is a discussion and vote on a single resolution.

• Resolution 0580-2023: Calls on CUNY to award college credits for the NY State Seal of Biliteracy and accept it for foreign language requirements.

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is meeting to consider a local law requiring inspections of unoccupied dwelling units, along with two resolutions urging state action on legal services for eviction proceedings. The committee will vote on these items, which were previously introduced and amended.

• Int 0195-2022-B: Local law to require inspection of unoccupied dwelling units
• Res 0345-2022: Resolution urging NY State to establish an office of civil representation for eviction legal services
• Res 0499-2023: Resolution urging NY State to allow adjournments for tenants to secure free legal counsel

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

The Committee on Civil and Human Rights is considering two proposed local laws that would amend the New York City charter. One would require anti-racism training for human services contractors, and the other would require such training for employees, interns, independent contractors, and volunteers of city agencies. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on these proposals.

• Int 1101-2023-A: anti-racism training for human services contractors
• Int 1118-2023-A: anti-racism and anti-racial discrimination trainings for city agency personnel and volunteers

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity will consider five proposed local laws and one resolution. The laws would expand access to menstrual products in schools, correctional facilities, and other settings, and update definitions. The resolution urges state action on domestic violence shelter reimbursement.

• Int 1055-2023: menstrual products administrative code amendment
• Int 1056-2023: provision of menstrual products in schools
• Int 1057-2023: Department of Correction reporting on menstrual product distribution
• Int 1058-2023: educational materials on menstrual products
• Res 0165-2022: support for state legislation on domestic violence shelter reimbursement

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions is considering several applications from the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development for Urban Development Action Area Projects (UDAAPs) and real property tax exemptions, which would support affordable housing development in Manhattan and Brooklyn. The committee will also review proposed site selections for two new school facilities in Brooklyn and Queens submitted by the School Construction Authority. These are preconsidered items, meaning they are being discussed for potential approval.

• UDAAP and tax exemption for 506 West 135th Street (Manhattan, CD 9)
• UDAAP and tax exemption for Linden Gardens properties in Brooklyn (CD 5)
• Tax exemption for New Penn properties in Brooklyn (CDs 5 and 16)
• UDAAP and tax exemption for West 120-126th Street Cluster (Manhattan, CD 10)
• Site selection for new 676-seat high school in Brooklyn (CD 10) and 696-seat primary school in Queens (CD 7)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is holding an oversight hearing on the Department of Transportation's transparency and notice requirements. The committee will also consider several local laws related to open streets, newsracks, parking space removal, traffic control devices, and speed reducers.

• Oversight hearing on DOT transparency and notice requirements
• Local law on notification and community input for open streets changes (Int 0172-2022)
• Local law on newsrack requirements (Int 0810-2022)
• Local law on notification of parking space removal (Int 0922-2023)
• Local law requiring DOT to consult with fire department on open streets and bike lanes (Int 1030-2023)

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity, jointly with the Committee on Technology, is holding an oversight hearing on online harassment against women, girls, and gender expansive people. The meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on online harassment against women, girls, and gender expansive people (T2023-4237)

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology, jointly with the Committee on Women and Gender Equity, will hold an oversight hearing on online harassment targeting women, girls, and gender expansive people. The meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall. No legislation or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Oversight hearing on online harassment against women, girls, and gender expansive people
• Joint hearing with the Committee on Women and Gender Equity

Committee on Public Housing

The Committee on Public Housing is holding an oversight hearing on the state of doors, locks, and lights at New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) properties. This session, designated as T2023-4275, is held jointly with the Committee on Aging to examine how these physical infrastructure elements impact resident safety. No specific votes, contracts, or legislative actions are listed on the agenda.

• Oversight hearing on doors, locks, and lights at NYCHA
• Joint session with the Committee on Aging
• Agenda item T2023-4275

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is considering two applications from Epsilon Enterprises Realty, LLC for properties at 541-545 Bay Street in Staten Island. The first would change the zoning map from C4-2 to R6, add a C2-3 district, and create a Special Bay Street Corridor District. The second would amend the Zoning Resolution to create a new subdistrict and establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area. Both items are preconsidered, meaning they are being introduced for the first time.

• Zoning map amendment for 541-545 Bay Street from C4-2 to R6
• Creation of Special Bay Street Corridor District (BSC)
• Zoning resolution amendment to create new subdistrict and Appendix F
• Establishment of Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area
• Applicant: Epsilon Enterprises Realty, LLC

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education is holding an oversight hearing to discuss CUNY Reconnect, a program that helps New Yorkers enroll in CUNY. The committee will examine the program's implementation and effectiveness.

• Oversight hearing on CUNY Reconnect (T2023-4270)

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans is considering four local laws and one resolution. The laws would require the city to collect demographic data on veterans, conduct outreach on mental health resources, mandate an annual report on mental health services, and create an informational pamphlet on accessing veterans services. The resolution urges state action on a bill to provide financial assistance for service and emotional support dogs.

• Int 1237-2023: collection of demographic data on veterans
• Int 1239-2023: community outreach and public education on mental health resources for veterans
• Int 1241-2023: annual report on mental health services provided by city agencies to veterans
• Int 1244-2023: informational pamphlet on accessing veterans services resources
• Res 0837-2023: calls on state to pass S.4717/A.3149 for service dog financial assistance

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice is holding an oversight hearing on alternatives to detention and incarceration in New York City. The meeting will discuss current programs and policies, with no specific legislation or contracts listed on the agenda.

• Oversight hearing on alternatives to detention and incarceration

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education, jointly with the Committee on Immigration, is holding an oversight hearing on immigrant students in New York City public schools. The agenda lists no specific legislation or resolutions, only the oversight topic.

• Oversight hearing on immigrant students in NYC public schools (T2023-4256)

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration, jointly with the Committee on Education, is holding an oversight hearing on immigrant students in New York City public schools. The agenda lists only this single oversight item, with no specific proposals or votes scheduled.

• Oversight hearing on immigrant students in NYC public schools (T2023-4255)

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

The Committee on Fire and Emergency Management is scheduled to review four local laws on November 28, 2023. The agenda includes proposals to assist volunteer ambulance companies, mandate body armor for EMS personnel, require de-escalation training, and designate rapid emergency response centers in each community district.

• Int 0138-2022: Amends administrative code regarding resource and training assistance to community-based volunteer ambulance companies
• Int 0903-2023: Requires provision of body armor to fire department employees providing emergency medical services
• Int 0904-2023: Provides de-escalation and self-defense training to fire department employees providing emergency medical services
• Int 1167-2023: Designates rapid emergency response centers in each community district

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to discuss three items: a local law requiring the Department for the Aging to report on senior and accessible dwelling units, a local law to pre-populate senior citizen rent increase exemption forms for eligible Mitchell-Lama residents, and a resolution urging the FCC to add missing persons with dementia alerts to the Wireless Emergency Alerts system.

• Int 0896-2023: Requires Dept. for the Aging to report on senior and accessible dwelling units
• Int 0985-2023: Pre-populated SCRIE application forms for eligible Mitchell-Lama residents
• Res 0757-2023: Calls on FCC to add dementia missing-person alerts to Wireless Emergency Alerts

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction is holding an oversight hearing on the After School Program Support for Youth with Disabilities. This item is being considered jointly with the Committee on Youth Services. No specific votes, contracts, or new legislation are listed on the agenda.

• Oversight hearing on After School Program Support for Youth with Disabilities (Item T2023-4268)

Committee on Youth Services

The Committee on Youth Services, jointly with the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction, will hold an oversight hearing on after-school program support for youth with disabilities. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM in the Committee Room at City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on after-school program support for youth with disabilities (T2023-4267)
• Joint meeting with Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology is holding an oversight hearing on media transparency, covering NYPD radio encryption, press credentials, and social media archiving. The committee will also consider Local Law T2023-4260, which proposes amending the city charter and administrative code to create an archive of official government social media accounts. This item is jointly scheduled with the Committee on Public Safety and the Committee on Governmental Operations.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD radio encryption and press credentials process
• Review of Local Law T2023-4260 to amend the city charter for social media archiving
• Discussion of Int 0961-2023 regarding the creation of an archive of official government social media accounts

Committee on Governmental Operations

The Committee on Governmental Operations, jointly with the Committees on Public Safety and Technology, is holding an oversight hearing on media transparency, specifically examining NYPD radio encryption, press credentials, and government social media archiving. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law (Int 0961-2023) to create an archive of official government social media accounts.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD radio encryption and press credentials process
• Discussion of government social media archiving
• Proposed local law Int 0961-2023 to amend the NYC charter and administrative code to create an archive of official government social media accounts

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use is reviewing several zoning applications, including a citywide text amendment for carbon neutrality and multiple rezonings in Brooklyn. These are public hearings and votes on proposed changes to the Zoning Resolution and Zoning Map.

• City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality zoning text amendment (N 230113 ZRY)
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning: R6 to R7A, C4-3 to R7A, new C2-4, Brooklyn CD 16 (C 220438 ZMK, N 220439 ZRK)
• 534 Coney Island Avenue: C8-2 to R7X, new C2-4, Brooklyn CD 12 (C 230010 ZMK, N 230011 ZRK)
• Mandatory Inclusionary Housing areas for both Brooklyn rezonings

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is reviewing four land-use applications. These include a citywide zoning text amendment for carbon neutrality (City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality) and two Brooklyn rezonings with Mandatory Inclusionary Housing designations. The subcommittee will vote on whether to recommend these items to the full Council.

• City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality (N 230113 ZRY) – citywide zoning amendment to remove impediments to decarbonization projects
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (C 220438 ZMK) – Brooklyn CD 16, changes R6 to R7A, C4-3 to R7A, establishes C2-4
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (N 220439 ZRK) – establishes Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Brooklyn CD 16
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (C 230010 ZMK) – Brooklyn CD 12, changes C8-2 to R7X, establishes C2-4
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (N 230011 ZRK) – establishes Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Brooklyn CD 12

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations, jointly with the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management, is holding an oversight hearing on emergency planning, notifications, and response to citywide flooding events. The committee will also consider three local laws (Int 1199-2023, Int 1200-2023, Int 1201-2023) that would require the commissioner of emergency management to develop and implement plans for public notification and comprehensive response during air quality emergencies.

• Oversight hearing on emergency planning, notifications, and response to citywide flooding events
• Int 1199-2023: Local law requiring emergency response protocols on days of air quality emergency
• Int 1200-2023: Local law requiring commissioner of emergency management to develop public notification plan during air quality emergencies
• Int 1201-2023: Local law requiring commissioner to develop comprehensive plan for air quality emergencies

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is holding an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV and considering several local laws and resolutions. These include requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine portal, anti-discrimination training for senior service providers, expanding rapid STI testing, and a resolution to adjust income thresholds for senior rent and homeowner exemptions. The committee is also jointly reviewing resolutions on monkeypox vaccine distribution and pre-exposure prophylaxis access.

• Oversight hearing on Older Adults Living with HIV
• Int 0620-2022: monkeypox education and infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Int 0623-2022: anti-discrimination training on sexual orientation, gender identity for senior service providers
• Res 0791-2023: annual CPI adjustment of income eligibility for SCRIE, DRIE, SCHE, DHE
• Res 0294-2022: call for equitable monkeypox vaccine distribution to NYC

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals is holding an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV and considering several local laws and resolutions. The agenda includes bills on monkeypox education, anti-discrimination training for senior service providers, HIV prevention outreach, rapid STI testing, and a population health agenda, plus resolutions on vaccine distribution and rent exemptions for seniors.

• Oversight hearing on Older Adults Living with HIV
• Intro 0620-2022: monkeypox education and vaccine scheduling portal
• Intro 0623-2022: anti-discrimination training for senior service providers
• Intro 0825-2022: report on pre-exposure prophylaxis outreach
• Res 0791-2023: adjust income thresholds for senior rent exemptions (SCRIE, DRIE, SCHE, DHE)

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is holding a meeting to review oversight of older adults living with HIV and several local laws. The agenda includes proposals for monkeypox education, STI testing expansion, and anti-discrimination training for senior service providers. It also includes resolutions urging state and federal action on vaccine distribution and rent increase exemptions.

• T2023-3559: Local Law requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Int 0620-2022: Local Law for anti-discrimination training on sexual orientation and gender identity for senior service providers
• Int 0825-2022: Local Law expanding availability of rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections
• Res 0395-2022: Resolution urging the state to adjust income thresholds for SCRIE, DRIE, SCHE, and DHE by CPI
• Oversight session on Older Adults Living with HIV

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare will hold an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also consider several local laws related to homelessness reporting, veterans' demographic data, mental health resources, and an informational pamphlet, as well as a resolution urging state action on service dog financial assistance.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City
• Intro 1153-2023: requiring monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and outcomes
• Intro 1237-2023: collecting demographic data on veterans
• Intro 1239-2023: community outreach on mental health resources for veterans
• Res 0837-2023: urging state to pass S.4717/A.3149 for service dog financial assistance

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction holds an oversight hearing on supportive housing in New York City. The committee will also discuss several proposed local laws and a resolution related to veterans' services, including reporting on homelessness removals, demographic data collection, mental health outreach, and service dog assistance.

• Oversight hearing on supportive housing in NYC
• Intro 1153-2023: requiring monthly reports on removals of homeless individuals and outcomes
• Intro 1237-2023: collecting demographic data on veterans
• Intro 1239-2023: community outreach and education on mental health resources for veterans
• Resolution 0837-2023: urging state to pass S.4717/A.3149 for service dog financial assistance

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on Economic Development is considering a local law (Int 1012-2023) that would amend the city's administrative code to require an industrial development strategic plan. The committee will discuss and possibly vote on the proposed legislation.

• Local law to amend administrative code regarding an industrial development strategic plan (Int 1012-2023)

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is considering a local law to establish a commission on LGBTQ+ older adults within the Department for the Aging. The commission would address issues specific to this population, and the law includes a provision for its repeal after a set period.

• Local law Int 0564-2022 (Proposed Int. No. 564-A) to create a commission on LGBTQ+ older adults
• Commission to be housed within the Department for the Aging
• Law includes a sunset provision for repeal

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council is holding its stated meeting to vote on a series of local laws and resolutions. Key items include a fair housing plan, a redesign of the city truck route network, a biotechnology tax credit, and property tax exemptions for two affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes a resolution to designate November 15 as Ol' Dirty Bastard Day.

• Int 1031-2023-A: Fair housing plan, repealing local law 133 of 2018
• Int 0708-2022-A: Redesigning the city truck route network
• Int 1070-2023-A: Biotechnology credit against corporate taxes
• Res 0845-2023: Property tax exemption for Parkview Apartments, Bronx
• Res 0621-2023-A: Designating November 15 as Ol' Dirty Bastard Day

Committee on Governmental Operations

The Committee on Governmental Operations is considering a local law (Int 0348-2022) that would amend the city's administrative code to classify credit card processing fees and bank fees as exempt expenditures. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Int 0348-2022: Classifies credit card processing fees and bank fees as exempt expenditures

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is considering a local law (Int 0708-2022, Proposed Int. No. 708-A) that would amend the city's administrative code to redesign the truck route network. This is a decision item, not just a discussion, as the committee will vote on the proposed legislation.

• Local law to redesign the city truck route network (Int 0708-2022)

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is considering a proposed local law (Int 1064-2023) that would amend the city's administrative code to require monitoring and evaluation of homelessness prevention and aftercare programs. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on the bill.

• Proposed Int. No. 1064-A: Local Law to amend administrative code regarding monitoring and evaluating homelessness prevention and aftercare programs

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing to discuss how arts and cultural organizations reach New York City communities. No specific bills, contracts, or decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers.

• Oversight hearing on Arts and Cultural Organizations’ Outreach into New York City Communities (T2023-4226)

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing to receive an update on the Percent for Art Program. The committee will discuss the program's implementation and impact.

• Oversight hearing on the Percent for Art Program

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is considering three local laws: one to suspend alternate side parking regulations on Tisha B'Av, one to change taxicab license durations, and one to allow physician assistants and nurse practitioners to conduct medical exams for taxi driver license applicants. These are all proposed laws under discussion, not final decisions.

• Int 0816-2022: Suspends alternate side parking on Tisha B'Av
• Int 1191-2023: Changes taxicab license durations
• Int 1192-2023: Authorizes physician assistants and nurse practitioners to conduct taxi driver medical exams

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

The Committee on Civil and Human Rights is considering a resolution that calls on the Governor to sign state legislation (S.4266A/A.5088A) establishing a task force on missing women and girls who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color. The committee will vote on whether to advance this resolution.

• Resolution 0296-2022 (Proposed Res. No. 296-A) urging Governor to sign S.4266A/A.5088A
• Task force on missing women and girls who are Black, Indigenous and people of color

City Council Stated Meeting

The New York City Council is holding its stated meeting on November 2, 2023, with votes on several local laws and resolutions. Key items include extending the hotel room occupancy tax rate, requiring added sugar notifications on chain restaurant menus, establishing an office of nightlife, and approving zoning changes in Staten Island and Brooklyn. The agenda also includes numerous bill introductions on topics like veterans' services, long COVID, and cannabis nuisance abatement.

• Int 1208-2023: Extends the rate of the additional tax on hotel room occupancy
• Int 0687-2022-A: Requires added sugar notifications for menu items in chain restaurants
• Int 1083-2023-A: Establishes the office of nightlife
• Res 0841-2023: Approves South Richmond Zoning Relief, Staten Island (N 230112 ZRR)
• Res 0842-2023/0843-2023: Approves 703 Myrtle Avenue Rezoning, Brooklyn (C 220453 ZMK / N 220454 ZRK)

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance is scheduled to consider a local law extending the rate of the additional tax on the occupancy of hotel rooms. The committee will also vote on a resolution approving new designations for organizations receiving funding in the Expense Budget. No specific dollar amounts or tax rates are listed in the agenda text.

• Int 1208-2023: Local law to amend the administrative code to extend the rate of the additional tax on the occupancy of hotel rooms
• Res 0834-2023: Resolution approving new designation and changes in designation of certain organizations to receive funding in the Expense Budget

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration is considering a local law (Int 0569-2022, Proposed Int. No. 569-B) that would amend the city's administrative code to establish a workers' bill of rights and conduct outreach to immigrant workers. The committee will discuss this proposed legislation at its meeting on November 2, 2023.

• Local law to amend administrative code regarding a workers' bill of rights
• Outreach to immigrant workers included in the proposed law

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations is holding an oversight hearing on the Mayor's Management Report, focusing on agency performance in delivering housing and services. The committee will review and discuss how city agencies are performing in these areas.

• Oversight hearing on Mayor's Management Report: Agency Performance in Delivering Housing & Services

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use is reviewing two major rezoning applications in Brooklyn. The first involves the Belmont Osborn project, which would change zoning from R6/C1-3 to R7A/C2-4 and establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area. The second involves 534 Coney Island Avenue, which would change zoning from C8-2 to R7X/C2-4 and also establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area.

• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (C 220438 ZMK): Change R6 to R7A and C4-3 to R7A in Community District 16
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (N 220439 ZRK): Establish Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Community District 16
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (C 230010 ZMK): Change C8-2 to R7X and establish C2-4 in Community District 12
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (N 230011 ZRK): Establish Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Community District 12

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is scheduled to review two major rezoning applications in Brooklyn. The first involves the Belmont Osborn project in Community District 16, while the second concerns 534 Coney Island Avenue in Community District 12. Both applications include amendments to the Zoning Map and the Zoning Resolution to establish Mandatory Inclusionary Housing areas.

• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (C 220438 ZMK): Changes R6 to R7A and C4-3 to R7A in Brooklyn Community District 16
• Belmont Osborn Rezoning (N 220439 ZRK): Establishes a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Brooklyn Community District 16
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (C 230010 ZMK): Changes C8-2 to R7X in Brooklyn Community District 12
• 534 Coney Island Avenue (N 230011 ZRK): Establishes a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Brooklyn Community District 12

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety, jointly with the Committee on Technology, is holding an oversight hearing on the NYPD's implementation of the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act. The committee will also consider three local laws (Int 1193, 1195, 1207) that would amend the administrative code to increase oversight, establish facial recognition policies, and improve transparency in the use of surveillance technology.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD's implementation of the POST Act
• Int 1193-2023: DOI oversight of police surveillance technology
• Int 1195-2023: Facial recognition technology policy and audits
• Int 1207-2023: Police transparency in surveillance technology use

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology, jointly with the Committee on Public Safety, is holding an oversight hearing on the NYPD's implementation of the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act. The committee will also consider three local laws (Int 1193-2023, Int 1195-2023, Int 1207-2023) that would expand oversight, establish facial recognition policies, and increase transparency in the use of surveillance technology.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD's implementation of the POST Act
• Int 1193-2023: DOI oversight of NYPD surveillance technology use
• Int 1195-2023: Facial recognition policy and regular audits
• Int 1207-2023: Police department transparency in surveillance technology use

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing to receive an update on the Percent for Art Program. The committee will discuss the program's implementation and impact.

• Oversight hearing on the Percent for Art Program update

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is holding an oversight hearing to discuss preparations for the upcoming heat season in New York City. The agenda lists no specific bills or resolutions, only the oversight item. This is a discussion-focused meeting rather than a voting session on new legislation.

• Oversight hearing on preparing for heat season

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is holding an oversight hearing on agency performance regarding inspections and responses, as detailed in the Mayor's Management Report. The committee will also discuss a local law to amend the New York City fire code concerning inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system fire department connections, jointly with other committees.

• Oversight of Mayor's Management Report on agency inspection and response performance
• Local Law Int 0133-2022 to amend fire code on sprinkler and standpipe system inspections
• Joint hearing with Committees on Oversight and Investigations, Fire and Emergency Management, and Housing and Buildings

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations is holding an oversight hearing on agency performance regarding inspections and responses, as detailed in the Mayor's Management Report. The committee will also consider a local law to amend the fire code regarding inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system fire department connections, jointly with other committees.

• Oversight hearing on Mayor's Management Report: Agency Performance on Inspections and Responses
• Local Law Int 0133-2022 to amend NYC fire code on inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system fire department connections
• Joint hearing with Committees on Fire and Emergency Management, Health, and Housing and Buildings

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

The Committee on Fire and Emergency Management is holding an oversight hearing on agency performance related to inspections and responses, as detailed in the Mayor's Management Report. The committee will also discuss a local law that would amend the fire code regarding inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system fire department connections. This meeting is held jointly with the Committees on Oversight and Investigations, Health, and Housing and Buildings.

• Oversight hearing on Mayor's Management Report: agency performance on inspections and responses
• Local Law Int 0133-2022 to amend fire code on inspections of sprinkler and standpipe system fire department connections
• Joint meeting with Committees on Oversight and Investigations, Health, and Housing and Buildings

Committee on Education

The Committee on Public Safety is meeting to discuss several proposals, including a bill to change how police respond to students in emotional crisis in public schools and a bill for a public database of towed vehicles. The committee will also consider resolutions on youth interrogations, religious diversity curriculum, student MetroCard hours, and mental health crisis response in schools.

• Int 0003-2022: Police response to students in emotional crisis in public schools
• Int 1047-2023: Publicly accessible online database and notification system for towed vehicles
• Res 0473-2023: Support for state bills S1099/A1963 on youth custodial police interrogation
• Res 0476-2023: Religious diversity curriculum and hate crime reporting in schools
• Res 0534-2023-A: Extending student MetroCard hours and prohibiting penalties

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is holding an oversight hearing on new safety initiatives in NYC public schools. The committee will discuss a local law (Int 0003-2022) that would change how the police department responds to students in emotional crisis, and several resolutions addressing student mental health, MetroCard use, religious diversity curriculum, and youth interrogation protections.

• Oversight hearing on new safety initiatives in NYC public schools
• Local Law Int 0003-2022: police response to students in emotional crisis
• Resolution Res 0473-2023: support for state bills S1099/A1963 on youth custodial interrogation protections
• Resolution Res 0476-2023: religious diversity curriculum and hate crime reporting in schools
• Resolution Res 0534-2023: extending student MetroCard hours and prohibiting penalties for off-hours use

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts is considering two local laws. One would require interest on late contract payments to non-profit contractors. The other would require the city to establish a document vault for certain procurement-related documents. Both are under discussion at this meeting.

• Int 0982-2023: interest on late contract payments to non-profit contractors
• Int 1048-2023: requiring a document vault for procurement-related documents

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity is considering a resolution that calls on the State Legislature and Governor to pass A.1847/S.843, which would authorize certain domestic violence shelters to be reimbursed for the payment difference when housing a single individual in a room intended for double occupancy. The committee will vote on or discuss this resolution at the meeting.

• Resolution 0165-2022 urging passage of A.1847/S.843
• Reimbursement for payment differential for single occupancy in double-occupancy rooms
• Applies to certain shelters for victims of domestic violence

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV and consider several local laws and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education, vaccine scheduling, and expanding access to HIV prevention and STI testing. The meeting is joint with the Committees on Aging and Hospitals.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Local law requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal (Int 0620-2022)
• Local law on a report about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) outreach and distribution (Int 0825-2022)
• Local law expanding rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections (Int 0895-2023)
• Resolutions urging federal and state action on monkeypox vaccines and PrEP/PEP access (Res 0294-2022, Res 0395-2022)

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals, chaired by Mercedes Narcisse, will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV. The committee will also consider several bills and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education, vaccine scheduling, and expanding access to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and rapid STI testing.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Intro 0620-2022: requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Intro 0825-2022: report on outreach and distribution of pre-exposure prophylaxis
• Intro 0895-2023: expanding rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections
• Res 0294-2022: calling for more monkeypox vaccines for NYC

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV. The committee will also discuss several proposed local laws and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education, vaccine scheduling, and expanding access to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). These items are being considered jointly with the Committees on Health and Hospitals.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Local Law Int 0620-2022: requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Local Law Int 0825-2022: report on outreach and distribution of PrEP
• Local Law Int 0895-2023: expanding rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections
• Resolutions calling for increased monkeypox vaccine supply and state legislation to expand PrEP access

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV, and will also consider several bills and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education and vaccine access, and expanding access to PrEP and rapid STI testing. The meeting is joint with the Committees on Aging and Hospitals.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Intro 0620-2022: requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Intro 0825-2022: report on outreach and distribution of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
• Intro 0895-2023: expanding rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections
• Res 0294-2022: calling on HHS to increase monkeypox vaccine supply to NYC

Committee on Public Housing

The Committee on Public Housing is holding an oversight hearing on RAD/PACT, the Trust, and the future of NYCHA. The committee will also consider two local laws: one requiring a report on the permanent affordability commitment together program, and another amending the administrative code to report on vacant public housing units.

• Oversight hearing on RAD/PACT, the Trust, and the future of NYCHA
• Local Law Int 0646-2022: report on permanent affordability commitment together program
• Local Law Int 0648-2022: reporting on vacant public housing dwelling units

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals, chaired by Mercedes Narcisse, will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV and consider several local laws and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education, vaccine scheduling, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) outreach, and rapid STI testing. The meeting is joint with the Committees on Aging and Health.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Local Law Int 0620-2022: requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Local Law Int 0825-2022: report on PrEP outreach and distribution
• Local Law Int 0895-2023: expanding rapid STI testing availability
• Resolutions urging federal and state action on monkeypox vaccines and PrEP access

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will hold an oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV and consider several local laws and resolutions related to infectious disease prevention, including monkeypox education, vaccine scheduling, and expanded access to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and rapid STI testing. The items are being considered jointly with the Committee on Health and the Committee on Hospitals.

• Oversight hearing on older adults living with HIV
• Local Law Int 0620-2022: requiring monkeypox education and an infectious disease vaccine scheduling portal
• Local Law Int 0825-2022: report on outreach and distribution of PrEP citywide
• Local Law Int 0895-2023: expanding rapid testing for sexually transmitted infections
• Resolution Res 0294-2022: urging HHS to increase monkeypox vaccine supply to NYC

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing to discuss the Percent for Art Program. The meeting will focus on updates and the current status of the program, which allocates a percentage of capital project funds for public art.

• Oversight hearing on the Percent for Art Program

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management is holding an oversight hearing on the state of sanitation workers' safety and protections. The committee will also consider several proposed local laws and a resolution, including requiring large chain stores to donate nonsalable personal care products, giving enforcement authority over unlicensed mobile car washes, allowing reusable beverage containers in sports venues, and urging state action on battery recycling.

• Oversight hearing on NYC sanitation workers' safety and protections
• Intro 0978-2023: require large chain stores to donate nonsalable personal care products
• Intro 1131-2023: enforcement authority over unlicensed mobile car washes
• Intro 1161-2023: allow reusable beverage containers in sports venues
• Res 0816-2023: support state bill on extended producer responsibility for rechargeable batteries

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on State and Federal Legislation, chaired by Shaun Abreu, is meeting jointly with the Committee on Economic Development. The agenda lists only one item, T2023-1061, with no further details provided in the text. The meeting appears to be procedural or preliminary, as no specific legislation or action is described.

• Joint meeting of Committee on State and Federal Legislation and Committee on Economic Development
• Agenda item T2023-1061 (no details provided)

Committee on State and Federal Legislation

The Committee on State and Federal Legislation, jointly with the Committee on Economic Development, is holding an oversight hearing on the impact of the federal air traffic controller shortage on New York City airports. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2023, at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on federal air traffic controller shortage impact on NYC airports (T2023-4164)
• Joint hearing with Committee on Economic Development

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection is holding an oversight hearing on lithium-ion battery, powered bicycle, and powered mobility device safety. The committee will consider several proposed local laws and resolutions aimed at improving safety standards, including requirements for posting safety guides, battery safety certification for mechanics, record keeping on battery disposal, safety standards for food delivery devices, licensing for e-bike businesses, and resolutions urging federal and state action on battery standards.

• Int 0819-2022: Requiring posting of lithium-ion battery safety guides in businesses and online retail platforms
• Int 0822-2022: Establishing battery safety certification for powered mobility device mechanics
• Int 0998-2023: Record keeping and reporting on disposal of rechargeable batteries
• Int 1163-2023: Safety standards for powered bicycles and mobility devices used for food delivery
• Int 1168-2023: Licensing requirements for electric bicycle or scooter businesses

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance, jointly with the Committees on General Welfare and Oversight and Investigations, will hold an oversight hearing on the city's asylum seeker response efforts, focusing on costs and projections. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on asylum seeker response efforts, costs, and projections (T2023-4152)

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare, jointly with Finance and Oversight and Investigations, is holding an oversight hearing on the city's asylum seeker response efforts, focusing on costs and projections. This is a discussion and review, not a vote on specific legislation.

• Oversight hearing on asylum seeker response efforts, costs, and projections (T2023-4154)

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations, jointly with Finance and General Welfare, is holding an oversight hearing on asylum seeker response efforts, focusing on costs and projections. The meeting is a discussion and review, not a vote on specific legislation.

• Oversight hearing on asylum seeker response efforts, costs, and projections (T2023-4153)

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is meeting to discuss a local law. The proposal would require the Department of Environmental Protection to include green roof locations in an online map.

• Proposed Int. No. 102-A: Requirement for Department of Environmental Protection to map green roof locations

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections is meeting to provide advice and consent on several appointments to city boards and commissions. These appointments include positions on the New York City Tax Commission, the Environmental Control Board, and the City Planning Commission.

• Appointment of John Heesemann to the New York City Tax Commission
• Appointment of Bennett Minko to the New York City Tax Commission
• Appointment of Gary L. Bristol to the New York City Tax Commission
• Appointment of Lisa Breier Urban to the New York City Environmental Control Board
• Appointment of Orlando Marin to the City Planning Commission

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance is meeting to discuss resolutions regarding business improvement districts. The body will consider changes to assessment methods and annual expenditure increases.

• Res 0807-2023: Amendment to the Westchester Square business improvement district plan regarding the method of assessment
• Res 0808-2023: Increase in annual expenditure for four business improvement districts

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is considering three local laws: one requiring reports on vehicles with license plates unreadable by photo violation systems, one mandating a report on potential sites for a bus transit center in Flushing, Queens, and one adding an investment roadmap to the city's streets master plan. The committee will vote on these proposed bills.

• Int 0712-2022: Reporting on motor vehicles with unreadable license plates by photo violation monitoring systems
• Int 1026-2023: Report on potential locations for a bus transit center in Flushing, Queens
• Int 1164-2023: Adding an investment roadmap to the streets master plan

Committee on Public Housing

The Committee on Public Housing is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding NYCHA accountability. The proposal calls for the New York State Legislature and the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to audit how NYCHA managers respond to tenants.

• Resolution 0068-2022 calling for audits of NYCHA manager responsiveness to tenants

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding November. The body will consider Proposed Res. No. 581-A.

• Resolution 0581-2023 to recognize November as Veteran Appreciation Month in New York City

Committee on Immigration

The New York City Council's Committee on Immigration met on October 19, 2023, to discuss a local law creating trauma-informed care training for those serving refugees, asylees, and migrants, alongside a resolution addressing municipal employee work authorization checks.

• Int 1084-2023 / Proposed Int. No. 1084-A: A Local Law creating training on trauma-informed care for persons serving refugees, asylees, asylum seekers, and migrants.
• Res 0459-2023 / Proposed Res. No. 459-A: Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to pass A.568/S.1802 prohibiting municipalities from requiring employers to use the federal electronic verification system for work authorization.

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is meeting to discuss a proposed local law regarding drowning deaths. The body will consider Int 1119-2023, which relates to reporting by the department of health and mental hygiene.

• Proposed Int. No. 1119-A: amendment to the administrative code regarding drowning death reports

City Council Stated Meeting

The New York City Council is holding its stated meeting on October 19, 2023, to consider a range of legislative and land-use items. Key actions include voting on amendments to local laws (e.g., green roof mapping, ID card documentation, drowning reports, trauma-informed care training, photo violation reporting, bus transit center study, streets master plan), approving zoning changes (South Richmond, 703 Myrtle Avenue), affirming landmark designations, and approving mayoral appointments. The agenda also includes introduction of new bills on e-bike licensing, flood zone buyouts, and civil service fee waivers.

• Zoning amendment for South Richmond Special District, Staten Island (N 230112 ZRR)
• Rezoning of 703 Myrtle Avenue, Brooklyn, from M1-1 to R7D with C2-4 (C 220453 ZMK)
• Landmark designations affirmed for Bronx Opera House, Fire Alarm Telegraph Bureau, and others
• Local law requiring DEP to map green roof locations (Int 0102-2022-A)
• Resolution to increase annual expenditure for four business improvement districts (Res 0808-2023)

Committee on Governmental Operations

The Committee on Governmental Operations is considering a local law (Int 0790-2022, Proposed Int. No. 790-B) that would amend the city's administrative code regarding documentation for proof of identity and residency for a New York City identity card. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on this proposal.

• Amendment to administrative code on proof of identity and residency for NYC ID card
• Proposed Int. No. 790-B

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice, jointly with the Committee on Hospitals, is holding an oversight hearing on outposted therapeutic housing units. This is a discussion and review item, not a vote on legislation.

• Oversight hearing on outposted therapeutic housing units (T2023-3957)

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals, jointly with the Committee on Criminal Justice, is holding an oversight hearing on outposted therapeutic housing units. The agenda lists no specific legislation or contracts, only the oversight topic. The meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2023, at 1:00 PM in City Hall.

• Oversight hearing on outposted therapeutic housing units
• Joint session with Committee on Criminal Justice
• No specific bills or resolutions listed on the agenda

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education will hold an oversight hearing on the New York State Seal of Biliteracy, a program recognizing high school graduates who demonstrate proficiency in English and another language. Two resolutions will be discussed: one urging the Department of Education to award the Seal in all public high schools, and another calling on CUNY to grant college credits to Seal recipients.

• Resolution calling on DOE to award New York State Seal of Biliteracy in all public high schools (Res 0579-2023)
• Resolution calling on CUNY to grant college credits to Seal of Biliteracy recipients (Res 0580-2023)
• Joint hearing with the Committee on Higher Education

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education will hold an oversight hearing on the New York State Seal of Biliteracy. Two resolutions ask the Department of Education to award the seal in all public high schools and CUNY to grant college credits to recipients.

• Resolution 0579-2023: DOE to award Seal of Biliteracy in all NYC public high schools
• Resolution 0580-2023: CUNY to grant credits and accept Seal as foreign language requirement
• T2023-4065: Oversight hearing on Seal of Biliteracy implementation

Committee on Education

The New York City Council's Committee on Education met on October 18, 2023, to discuss and consider a single resolution. The committee considered a call for the New York City Department of Education to expand career-connected learning programs and opportunities across all public high schools.

• Resolution calling on the New York City Department of Education to expand career-connected learning programs and opportunities at all public high schools (Res 0422-2022)

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration is meeting to conduct oversight regarding legal services for asylum seekers in New York City.

• Oversight hearing on Legal Services for Asylum Seekers in New York City

Committee on Land Use

The New York City Council Committee on Land Use is meeting to discuss and consider various land use applications, including zoning amendments, historic landmark designations, and an urban development technical correction. Items on the agenda cover properties in Staten Island, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn. The committee will review applications submitted by the Department of City Planning, Landmarks Preservation Commission, Ranco Capital, LLC, and the Department of Housing Preservation.

• South Richmond Zoning Relief amendment for the Special South Richmond Development District in Staten Island (Application N 230112 ZRR)
• Landmark designation for the Fire Alarm Telegraph Bureau, Bronx Central Office at 1129 East 180th Street (LU 0263-2023)
• Landmark designation for the Bronx Opera House at 436-442 East 149th Street (LU 0267-2023)
• 703 Myrtle Avenue rezoning application submitted by Ranco Capital, LLC in Brooklyn (LU 0275-2023 and LU 0276-2023)
• Livonia4 Technical Correction for an Urban Development Action Area Project and tax exemption in Brooklyn (G 230035 CCK)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will review six zoning applications: four in Brooklyn (703 Myrtle Avenue, Belmont Osborn, 534 Coney Island Avenue) and two in Staten Island (South Richmond). Each application proposes changes to zoning districts and may establish Mandatory Inclusionary Housing areas.

• C 220453 ZMK: 703 Myrtle Avenue rezoning from M1-1 to R7D/C2-4, Brooklyn CD 3
• N 220454 ZRK: 703 Myrtle Avenue Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area, Brooklyn CD 3
• C 220438 ZMK: Belmont Osborn rezoning from R6/C4-3 to R7A/C2-4, Brooklyn CD 16
• N 220439 ZRK: Belmont Osborn Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area, Brooklyn CD 16
• N 230112 ZRR: South Richmond zoning relief amendment, Staten Island CD 3

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection is meeting to discuss Proposed Int 818-A. This legislation would require the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection to implement an education and outreach campaign regarding the Temporary Schedule Change Act.

• Proposed Int 0818-2022-A: outreach and education campaign for the Temporary Schedule Change Act

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will hold an oversight hearing on TLC regulated industries. The body will also consider four proposed local laws regarding taxi and for-hire vehicle regulations.

• Taxicab driver pay for electronically dispatched trips (Int 1079-2023)
• Advertising on the interior of for-hire vehicles (Int 1139-2023)
• Taxicab license durations (Int 1191-2023)
• Allowing physician assistants and nurse practitioners to conduct taxi driver medical exams (Int 1192-2023)
• Oversight update on TLC's regulated industries

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education, alongside the Committee on General Welfare and the Committee on Criminal Justice, will hold an oversight hearing on educational programming in detention facilities. The committees will also discuss Int 0542-2022, a local law requiring reporting on education for juvenile delinquents, juvenile offenders, and adolescent offenders by the Department of Education, Administration for Children's Services, and Department of Correction.

• Oversight hearing on Educational Programming in Detention Facilities (T2023-3979)
• Int 0542-2022: Local Law requiring reports on educational programming in detention facilities

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is holding an oversight hearing on educational programming in detention facilities. The committee will also consider a local law requiring city agencies to report on education for juvenile and adolescent offenders.

• Oversight hearing on Educational Programming in Detention Facilities
• Int 0542-2022: Local Law requiring DOE, ACS, and DOC to report on educational programming for juvenile and adolescent offenders

Committee on Criminal Justice

The agenda provided is a cover sheet for a committee meeting scheduled for October 24, 2023. It contains no listed business, proposals, or discussion items.

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is meeting to discuss three proposed local laws. These include updates to the city health code and background check requirements for child care workers.

• Int 0931-2023: Amending the New York city charter regarding health code approvals from multiple agencies
• Int 1159-2023: Amending the administrative code regarding background checks for child care providers, employees, and volunteers
• Int 1160-2023: Amending the administrative code regarding background checks for child care providers, employees, and volunteers

Committee on Youth Services

The New York City Council Committee on Youth Services, meeting jointly with the Committee on Health, is discussing three local laws. The agenda includes legislation regarding health code approvals requiring multiple agencies, as well as two administrative code proposals concerning background checks for child care providers, employees, and volunteers.

• Int 0931-2023: Local Law to amend the charter regarding health code approvals requiring multiple agencies
• Int 1159-2023: Local Law to amend the administrative code concerning background checks for child care providers, employees, and volunteers
• Int 1160-2023: Local Law to amend the administrative code concerning background checks for child care providers, employees, and volunteers

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The New York City Council's Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions met on October 11, 2023, to discuss land use items and preconsidered resolutions. The agenda lists six land use items (LU 0267-2023 through LU 0272-2023) and four preconsidered items (T2023-1038 through T2023-1041).

• LU 0267-2023
• LU 0268-2023
• LU 0269-2023
• LU 0270-2023
• LU 0271-2023

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is holding an oversight hearing on the NYPD's implementation of the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act. The committee will also discuss several proposed local laws related to surveillance technology transparency, facial recognition policies, and a towed-vehicle notification database.

• Oversight hearing on NYPD's implementation of the POST Act (T2023-4028)
• Int 1047-2023: requiring a public online database and notification system for towed vehicles
• Int 1193-2023: DOI oversight of NYPD surveillance technology use
• Int 1195-2023: establishing NYPD facial recognition policy and compliance audits
• Int 1207-2023: NYPD transparency in surveillance technology use

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology will hold an oversight hearing on the NYPD's implementation of the POST Act. The body will also consider four local laws regarding police surveillance and towed vehicle notifications.

• Oversight of NYPD’s implementation of the Public Oversight of Surveillance Technology (POST) Act
• Int 1047-2023: Requirement for a public online database and notification system for towed vehicles
• Int 1193-2023: Department of Investigation oversight of NYPD surveillance technology
• Int 1195-2023: NYPD policy and audits for facial recognition technology
• Int 1207-2023: NYPD transparency in the use of surveillance technology

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Committee on Parks and Recreation will hold an oversight hearing on New York City's climate resiliency efforts. The body will also consider legislation regarding waterfront water testing and a state-level voluntary buyout program for flood risk.

• Oversight hearing on New York City's Climate Resiliency Efforts
• Int 1069-2023: Local Law requiring testing for harmful substances at city waterfronts and online posting of results
• Res 0608-2023: Resolution calling for a permanent, citywide voluntary buyout program to mitigate flood risk

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is holding an oversight hearing on New York City's climate resiliency efforts. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law requiring testing for harmful substances at city waterfronts and online posting of results, and a resolution urging state legislation for a voluntary flood-risk buyout program.

• Oversight hearing on NYC climate resiliency efforts
• Local Law Int 1069-2023: require testing at city waterfronts for harmful substances and posting results online
• Resolution Res 0608-2023: call on NY State Legislature and Governor to create a permanent citywide voluntary buyout program to mitigate flood risk

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education is holding an oversight hearing regarding educational programming in detention facilities. The committee is also considering a local law that would require reporting on education for juvenile and adolescent offenders.

• Oversight hearing on Educational Programming in Detention Facilities
• Int 0542-2022: Proposed law requiring DOE, ACS, and DOC to report on educational programming for juvenile and adolescent offenders

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare will hold an oversight hearing on educational programming provided to juvenile delinquents, juvenile offenders, and adolescent offenders in city detention facilities. The hearing will examine reporting requirements for the Department of Education, Administration for Children’s Services, and Department of Correction under Int 0542-2022.

• Oversight hearing on T2023-3980: reporting on educational programs for detained youth
• Int 0542-2022: joint hearing with Education and Criminal Justice committees

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice is holding an oversight hearing on educational programming in detention facilities. The committee will also discuss a proposed local law that would require the Department of Education, the Administration for Children's Services, and the Department of Correction to report on educational programming for juvenile delinquents, juvenile offenders, and adolescent offenders. The hearing is joint with the Committees on Education and General Welfare.

• Oversight hearing on educational programming in detention facilities
• Proposed local law Int 0542-2022 requiring reporting on educational programming for juvenile offenders
• Joint hearing with Committee on Education and Committee on General Welfare

Bronx Delegation of the New York City Council

The Committee on General Welfare is scheduled to meet jointly with the Committee on Oversight and Investigations and the Committee on Finance. The provided agenda contains only procedural scheduling information.

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Committee on Parks and Recreation is meeting to discuss two proposed local laws. These items involve reporting requirements for public restrooms and the creation of an urban forest plan.

• Int 0576-2022: Reporting on the features and condition of public restrooms
• Int 1065-2023: Urban forest plan