New York public meetings in 2024

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council is reviewing several local laws, including updates to city employee benefits and parking space notifications. The body is also considering tax exemptions for five properties and the appropriation of $255.6 million in new City revenues for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Appropriation of $255.6 million in new City revenues for Fiscal Year 2025 (Res 0700-2024)
• Naming of 109 thoroughfares and public places (Int 1153-2024)
• Real property tax exemptions for properties at Block 1036 Lot 5 (Manhattan), Block 2248 Lot 228 (Queens), Block 3266 Lot 90 (Bronx), Block 2990 Lot 1 (Bronx), and Block 387 Lot 141 (Manhattan)
• Funding application for the Kingsbridge Armory capital project in the Bronx (Res 0706-2024)
• Increase in annual expenditures for 9 business improvement districts (Int 1090-2024-A)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will consider two local law proposals. One would amend the city’s administrative code to require notification when parking spaces are removed. The other would amend the code to require the Department of Transportation to consult the Fire Department before approving open street applications, certain bicycle lane projects, and major transportation projects.

• Int 0103-2024 – Amend admin code to require notification of parking space removals
• Int 0104-2024 – Amend admin code to require DOT to consult Fire Department before approving open street applications, certain bike lane projects, and major transportation projects

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation will consider Local Law Int 1111-2024. The proposal would amend the city’s administrative code to adjust contribution and expenditure limits for two‑year council terms. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Local Law Int 1111-2024 – amendment to adjust contribution and expenditure limits for two‑year council terms

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration is meeting to discuss two resolutions directed at the New York State Legislature and Governor. These proposals address professional licensing access and tax incentives for immigrant workforce training.

• Res 0468-2024: Support for the Empire State Licensing Act (S.5964/A.8263) regarding professional and business licenses regardless of immigration status
• Res 0576-2024: Proposal for a state tax law amendment to allow NYC to offer tax credits for immigrant workforce development programs

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will consider a Local Law (Int 1090-2024, proposed as Int 1090-A) to authorize an increase in the annual expenditure amount for nine business improvement districts. It will also consider a Local Law (Int 1098-2024) to increase the annual expenditure for the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District and change its assessment method. The committee will hear a resolution (Res 0011-2024) urging Congress to pass and the President to sign H.R. 4052, the National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2023. A communication (M 0083-2024) will present an appropriation of $255.6 million in new city revenues for FY 2025 under Section 107(e) of the City Charter.

• Local Law Int 1090-2024 (proposed Int 1090-A) – authorizes increased annual spending for nine business improvement districts.
• Local Law Int 1098-2024 – raises annual spending for the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District and revises its assessment method.
• Resolution Res 0011-2024 – calls on Congress and the President to enact H.R. 4052, the National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2023.
• Communication M 0083-2024 – reports $255.6 million of new city revenue appropriated for FY 2025 per Charter §107(e).
• Pre‑considered land‑use items LU 0200-2024 through LU 0204-2024 – site‑specific proposals in Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx.

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor will consider a local law to amend the city’s administrative code to improve benefits enrollment processes for city employees. It will also consider a resolution urging the U.S. Department of Labor to increase the number of OSHA‑authorized outreach trainers available in ten designated languages in New York City. A third resolution will call on the New York State Legislature and the Governor to enact the Good Jobs Guarantee Act (A.10225/S.9376) to create workforce training programs and expand employment opportunities.

• Local Law Int. 0265-2024 to amend the administrative code for better city‑employee benefits enrollment.
• Resolution Res 0521-2024 urging the U.S. Department of Labor to expand OSHA‑authorized outreach trainers in ten city languages.
• Resolution Res 0522-2024 urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to pass the Good Jobs Guarantee Act (A.10225/S.9376) for workforce training programs.

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety is meeting to discuss a local law regarding security guard services. The proposal focuses on reimbursing small nonpublic schools for these costs.

• Int 0532-2024: Local Law to amend the administrative code regarding reimbursement for small nonpublic school security guard services

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is meeting to discuss a resolution calling on Congress and the President to pass a renewed Farm Bill. The proposed measure seeks to increase funding for food aid.

• Proposed Res. No. 227-A: Resolution calling for a renewed Farm Bill to increase food aid funding

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Committee on Parks and Recreation is reviewing a local law to name 109 thoroughfares and public places across the five boroughs. The proposal also includes the repeal of several sections of previous local laws from 2019, 2022, and 2024.

• Local Law for the naming of 109 thoroughfares and public places
• Proposed names include Thích Nhất Hạnh Way (Manhattan) and David N. Dinkins Drive (Manhattan)
• Proposed names include James Baldwin Way (Bronx) and Jimi Hendrix Way (Manhattan)
• Repeal of sections 107 and 165 of local law 54 (2022)
• Repeal of sections 4, 33, 71 and 83 of local law 41 (2024)

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans will consider several local laws and resolutions. Items include amendments to support veteran vendors, waive permit fees for mobile food units serving veterans, adjust cure periods for veteran service organizations, and provide rental assistance to homeless veterans. The committee will also consider resolutions urging the Department of Education to observe Veterans Day, requesting a state property tax exemption for 100% service‑connected disabled veterans, and asking the NYC Housing Authority to give admission preference to veterans in its next agency plan.

• Local Law Int 0686-2024: amend the administrative code to support veteran vendors
• Local Law Int 0687-2024: waive permit fees for mobile food unit commissaries reserving space for veteran vendors
• Local Law Int 0688-2024: modify cure periods for certain violations by veteran service organizations
• Local Law Int 0959-2024: provide rental assistance to homeless veterans
• Resolution Res 0311-2024: request NY State Assembly and Governor to enact a property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service‑connected disability

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

The Committee on Fire and Emergency Management will hold an oversight hearing on preparing for flash flood emergencies. The body will consider a proposed local law to create a pilot program that provides shelter locations during such events.

• Oversight hearing on flash flood emergency response
• Consideration of Local Law T2024-2839: flash flood shelter pilot program

Committee on Land Use

The Land Use Committee will discuss grant application G 240065 GAX submitted by the City of New York through the NYC Economic Development Corporation. The application seeks a favorable City Council resolution to obtain funding from the New York State Empire State Development Corporation under the Restore New York Communities Initiative. The funding would support the redevelopment of the Kingsbridge Armory (Block 3247, Lot 10) in the Bronx, Community District 7, Council District 14.

• Consider resolution supporting grant for Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment (Block 3247, Lot 10, Bronx)

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration is meeting to conduct an oversight hearing regarding protection for immigrant communities. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Oversight hearing on Protection for Immigrant Communities (T2024-2791)

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations will hold a joint hearing with the General Welfare, Finance, and Contracts committees. The meeting will examine the mayoral administration's oversight of city‑funded homeless shelter providers. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for review and discussion.

• Oversight of city‑funded homeless shelter providers (joint with General Welfare, Finance, Contracts committees)

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is holding an oversight hearing regarding how the mayoral administration monitors city-funded homeless shelter providers. This is a joint session with the Committees on Oversight and Investigations, Finance, and Contracts.

• Oversight hearing on mayoral administration's management of city-funded homeless shelter providers (T2024-2813)

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts will hold a joint oversight hearing with the Committees on Oversight and Investigations, General Welfare, and Finance. The focus is the mayor’s administration’s oversight of city‑funded homeless shelter providers. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Oversight hearing (T2024-2811) on the mayor’s oversight of city‑funded homeless shelter providers (joint with Oversight & Investigations, General Welfare, Finance)

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance is holding a joint oversight hearing with the Committees on Oversight and Investigations, General Welfare, and Contracts. The body will examine how the Mayoral Administration oversees providers of city-funded homeless shelters.

• Oversight hearing on city-funded homeless shelter providers (T2024-2812)

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The committee will hold oversight on the New York City drought. It will preconsider two local law proposals: one to shift liability for engine idling violations to vehicle lessees, and another to create a comprehensive stormwater plan and dashboard. The committee will also consider a resolution urging the state legislature and governor to enact a permanent, citywide voluntary flood‑risk buyout program.

• Preconsideration of Local Law Int 1151-2024 to transfer liability for engine idling violations to vehicle lessees
• Preconsideration of Local Law Int 1150-2024 to create a comprehensive stormwater plan and dashboard
• Resolution Res 0084-2024 urging NY State Legislature and Governor to pass legislation for a permanent citywide voluntary flood‑risk buyout program
• Oversight of the New York City drought (T2024-2818)

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on Economic Development will hold an oversight session on industrial and commercial business service providers. This agenda item is listed as T2024-2807. No additional details are provided in the agenda.

• Oversight of industrial and commercial business service providers (Agenda item T2024-2807)

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will hold an oversight hearing on the NYPD’s use of stop‑and‑frisk and other investigative encounters. Council members will discuss the practice. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Oversight of NYPD’s use of stop‑and‑frisk and other investigative encounters (Item T2024‑2707)

Committee on Public Housing

The New York City Council Committee on Public Housing will hold an oversight session on weather‑proofing at NYCHA buildings and campuses. Members will examine the status and effectiveness of measures to protect these facilities from weather‑related damage.

• Oversight – Weather‑Proofing at NYCHA Buildings and Campuses (Agenda item T2024-2750)

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

The committee will hold an oversight hearing on discrimination in the workplace. Members will also consider five proposed local laws regarding job listings, caregiver accommodations, and pay equity.

• Oversight hearing on Discrimination in the Workplace (T2024-2747)
• Int 0808-2024: Information required in job listings
• Int 0871-2024: Reasonable workplace accommodations for caregivers
• Int 0982-2024: Compliance with equal pay laws
• Int 0984-2024: Study on pay and employment equity for private employees

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider a resolution supporting the City of New York's application for $50 million in funding from the Empire State Development Corporation to redevelop the Kingsbridge Armory in the Bronx.

• Resolution to support Kingsbridge Armory ESDC funding application
• Kingsbridge Armory redevelopment project in the Bronx
• Restore New York Communities Initiative funding
• City of New York Economic Development Corporation application
• Block 3247, Lot 10, Kingsbridge Armory

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will hold an oversight meeting regarding the Mayor’s November Financial Plan. This is the sole item listed on the agenda.

• Oversight of Mayor’s November Financial Plan (T2024-2804)

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will conduct an oversight examination of ACS’s Preventative Services Programming. Members will also consider legislation regarding legal counsel during ACS investigations and a pilot program for free mental health services for children returned home after removal.

• Oversight examination of ACS’s Preventative Services Programming
• Int 0009-2024: Providing information about obtaining counsel during ACS investigations
• Int 0652-2024: Pilot program for free mental health services for children returned home following removal

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is holding an oversight hearing on integrating micromobility into street planning. Members are considering legislation regarding the registration of electric bicycles and scooters and the creation of a street design safety task force.

• Int 0606-2024: Local Law requiring licensing and registration of electric assist bicycles, electric scooters, and other legal motorized vehicles
• Int 1131-2024: Local Law to establish a task force studying street design and infrastructure safety for electric bicycles
• Res 0224-2024: Resolution urging New York State to pass the Commercial E-Bike Licensing Act (S.7587/A.7833)
• Oversight hearing: Planning Our Shared Streets in New York City: Integrating Micromobility Options

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations will hold an oversight meeting. The session focuses on supporting the arts, culture, and history of Indigenous Peoples in New York City.

• Oversight hearing on supporting Indigenous arts, culture, and history (T2024-2636)

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection will consider Local Law T2024‑2795, which would amend the city’s administrative code to add protections for contracted delivery workers. It will also consider Local Law T2024‑2796, which would amend the code to establish minimum payment standards for grocery delivery workers. Both proposals are slated for vote at the December 9 meeting.

• Local Law T2024‑2795 – amendment to add protections for contracted delivery workers
• Local Law T2024‑2796 – amendment to set minimum payments for grocery delivery workers

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council will adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive communications on the city’s debt‑incurring power and budget projections. It will vote on an appropriation of $255.6 million in new city revenues for Fiscal Year 2025 and consider several tax‑exemption resolutions for properties in the Bronx and Manhattan. Additional items include local laws on aging communities, sewer backups, flood‑risk mapping, and housing‑related tax abatements.

• Appropriation of $255.6 million new city revenues for FY 2025 (Finance)
• Resolution approving a tax exemption for Block 3329, Lot 40, Bronx (Taxation)
• Resolution approving a tax exemption for Block 1943, Lot 1, Manhattan (Taxation)
• Local Law to create a flood risk area map showing rainfall and coastal risks (Environment)
• Local Law to address sewer backups (Environment)

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to discuss two proposed local laws. These items focus on creating a study and plan for naturally occurring retirement communities and a 10-year plan to support aging in place.

• Int 1022-2024: Local Law requiring a study and plan regarding naturally occurring retirement communities and aging in place
• Int 1054-2024: Local Law to amend the administrative code regarding a 10-year plan to support aging in place

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts is scheduled to meet on December 5, 2024, to discuss two proposed local laws. One law aims to amend the administrative code regarding sewer backups, and the other seeks to create a flood risk area map.

• Local Law to amend administrative code regarding sewer backups (Int 0814-2024)
• Local Law to create a flood risk area map (Int 0815-2024)

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will consider a resolution to approve new designations and changes for organizations to receive funding in the city's expense budget. The agenda includes pre‑considered items for the DeKalb Cluster in the Bronx and two Morningside I designations in Manhattan. No other business is listed beyond standard procedural items.

• Resolution 0677-2024: approve new designation and changes for organizations to receive expense‑budget funding
• LU 0197-2024: DeKalb Cluster, Block 3329, Lot 40, Bronx, Community District 7, Council District 11 (pre‑considered)
• LU 0198-2024: Morningside I (Art. V), Block 1943, Lot 1, Manhattan, Community District 10, Council District 9 (pre‑considered)
• LU 0199-2024: Morningside I (Art. XI), Block 1943, Lot 1, Manhattan, Community District 10, Council District 9 (pre‑considered)

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will consider four proposed local laws. One would provide tax abatement for alterations to certain multiple‑dwelling buildings. Another would require the Department of Housing Preservation and Development to report on city property used for affordable housing. A third would launch a pilot to convert existing basement or cellar apartments into legal dwelling units, and a fourth would amend the building and fire codes to allow construction of ancillary dwelling units.

• Int 0654-2024 – tax abatement for alterations and improvements to certain multiple dwellings
• Int 0850-2024 – DHPD reporting requirement on disposition of city property for affordable housing
• Int 1127-2024 – pilot program to convert basement or cellar apartments to habitable units
• Int 1128-2024 – amendment of building and fire codes for construction of ancillary dwelling units

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections will meet on December 5, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a communication from the Mayor submitting the name Muriel Goode‑Trufant for the Council’s advice and consent on her appointment as Corporation Counsel, as required by Sections 31 and 391 of the City Charter.

• Advice and consent on Mayor’s nomination of Muriel Goode‑Trufant as Corporation Counsel (City Charter §§31, 391)

Committee on Education

The City Council Education Committee will discuss a local law to amend the administrative code concerning student journalism programs at high schools. It will also consider a resolution urging the state legislature to pass a bill requiring comprehensive sexuality education for K‑12 students. Additional resolutions propose allowing lifeguard certification to count for physical‑education credit for seniors and require a human‑trafficking curriculum for K‑12.

• Local Law T2024-2694: amend the administrative code for student journalism programming at city high schools
• Int 1057-2024: resolution urging the New York State Legislature to pass A.4604 for comprehensive K‑12 sexuality instruction
• Res 0094-2024: resolution to allow lifeguard certification to substitute for Physical Education credit for high‑school seniors aged 17+
• Res 0251-2024: resolution to require age‑appropriate human‑trafficking curriculum for K‑12 students

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations will evaluate the Board of Elections’ performance in the 2024 General Election and preparation for the June 2025 elections. It will consider several local laws, including prohibiting deceptive election media, improving voter‑registration material access for young adults, providing confidential voting guidance for domestic‑violence survivors, and adjusting contribution limits for two‑year council terms. The committee will also hear resolutions urging the state legislature to move city elections to even‑numbered years and to require language assistance in Bengali, Punjabi, and Hindi for Queens voters.

• Local Law Int 0293-2024: prohibit dissemination of materially deceptive audio or visual media in local elections
• Local Law Int 0441-2024: require the Department of Education and Board of Elections to provide multilingual voter registration materials to students and report on effectiveness
• Local Law Int 0565-2024: provide guidance for survivors of domestic violence on confidential voter registration and special ballot voting
• Local Law Int 1111-2024: adjust campaign contribution and expenditure limits for two‑year council terms
• Resolution Res 0322-2024: request language assistance in Bengali, Punjabi, and Hindi from the Queens Board of Elections

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity will consider a local law to amend the city’s administrative code for student journalism programming at high schools. It will also discuss several resolutions: urging state legislation for comprehensive K‑12 sexuality instruction, requesting lifeguard certification as a substitute for physical‑education credit for seniors, and calling for age‑appropriate human‑trafficking curriculum in city schools. One item is listed jointly with the Committee on Education without further detail.

• Local Law T2024-2751 to amend the administrative code concerning student journalism programming at city high schools
• Int 1057-2024 resolution urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to pass A.4604 for comprehensive K‑12 sexuality instruction
• Res 0094-2024 resolution urging the New York State Education Department to allow lifeguard certification to substitute for Physical Education credit for high‑school seniors aged 17+
• Res 0251-2024 resolution urging the New York City Department of Education to require age‑appropriate human‑trafficking curriculum for K‑12 students
• Res 0373-2024 joint item with the Committee on Education (no description provided)

Committee on Land Use

The agenda for the New York City Council Committee on Land Use on Dec. 4, 2024 includes only the meeting header—date, time, location, chair, and members—and does not list any specific rezoning, contract, ordinance, fee change, or public‑hearing items.

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The New York City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will meet on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 11:00 AM in Committee Room 250 Broadway, 16th Floor. Kevin C. Riley chairs the meeting, with members Shaun Abreu, David M. Carr, Kamillah Hanks, Francisco P. Moya, Yusef Salaam, and Lynn C. Schulman. The agenda document does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health will meet to discuss and vote on a Local Law amending nutrition standards for children's meals and establishing a sleep apnea screening pilot program.

• Vote on Local Law T2024-2658: nutrition standards for children's meals
• Vote on Int 0641-2024: sleep apnea screening pilot program
• Oversight hearing on HealthyNYC
• Committee meeting at City Hall
• Committee members include Lynn C. Schulman

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health will conduct oversight of HealthyNYC. The body will also consider two local laws regarding children's meal nutrition and a sleep apnea screening pilot program.

• Oversight of HealthyNYC
• Int 0641-2024: Nutrition standards and beverage options for children’s meals
• Int 1047-2024: Sleep apnea screening pilot program and public education campaign

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology will consider three local laws related to accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing residents. The measures would require text-to-911 and next-generation 911 to be available in multiple languages and improve accessibility for the deaf-blind community.

• Local Law to require text-to-911 in designated citywide languages
• Local Law to improve accessibility for deaf-blind community in text-to-911
• Local Law to add sign language PSAs to LinkNYC kiosks

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education will hold an oversight meeting regarding CUNY's response to the Lippman Report.

• Oversight hearing on CUNY's response to the Lippman Report

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction will consider four Local Law proposals that would amend the New York City Administrative Code. The items address a pilot program for mental‑health professionals in middle and high school wellness clubs, toolkits for those clubs, a peer‑to‑peer mental‑health training program, and community outreach after violent or traumatic incidents.

• Local Law Int 0986-2024 – pilot program involving mental‑health professionals and candidates in student wellness clubs at public middle and high schools
• Local Law Int 0989-2024 – amendment to create student wellness club toolkits
• Local Law Int 0996-2024 – amendment to establish a peer‑to‑peer mental‑health training program
• Local Law Int 1103-2024 – amendment for community outreach on mental‑health counseling after violent or traumatic incidents

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use will consider several zoning and map amendment applications, including a citywide housing opportunity amendment, a Port Authority bus terminal replacement, and related street closures. It will also review a special permit that allows a new bus station with ten or more berths and development in demapped airspace. Additionally, the committee will discuss authorization for acquisition or disposition of real property on 40th Street, Tenth Avenue, West 39th Street, and Eleventh Avenue.

• Application N 240290 ZRY – City of Yes zoning amendment to expand housing opportunities citywide.
• Application N 240354 ZRM – Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement zoning amendment in Manhattan Community District 4.
• Application C 240336 MMM – Mapping actions to eliminate and close portions of West 41st Street, West 40th Street, and related avenues.
• Application C 240353 ZSM – Special permit for Port Authority bus terminal replacement permitting 10+ berths and development in demapped airspace.
• Authorization for acquisition or disposition of real property on 40th Street, Tenth Avenue, West 39th Street, and Eleventh Avenue per Map No. 30275.

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises is reviewing a citywide proposal to expand housing opportunities. The body is also discussing multiple applications from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey regarding the replacement of the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

• City of Yes Zoning for Housing Opportunity (N 240290 ZRY) to expand housing in all zoning districts citywide
• Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement zoning amendment (N 240354 ZRM)
• Port Authority Bus Terminal Mapping Actions (C 240336 MMM) to close portions of West 41st and West 40th Streets
• Special permit application (C 240353 ZSM) for a bus station with 10 or more berths
• Proposed modifications to height, setback, and pedestrian circulation requirements for the Port Authority Bus Terminal site

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will meet to discuss a proposed local law regarding electric vehicle supply equipment. The proposal involves amendments to the city's administrative code and the electrical code.

• Proposed Int. No. 436-A regarding electric vehicle supply equipment in open parking lots and parking garages

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will consider two Local Law proposals: one to add a 311 complaint category for unlicensed cannabis retailers (Int 0557-2024) and another to require reporting on enforcement of unlicensed sellers of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, tobacco products and illicit cannabis (Int 0981-2024). The committee will also preconsider six land‑use applications for properties in Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx. No decisions have been made yet; the items are scheduled for discussion.

• Int 0557-2024: Add a 311 complaint category for unlicensed cannabis retailers
• Int 0981-2024: Require reporting on enforcement of unlicensed sellers of cigarettes, e‑cigarettes, tobacco and illicit cannabis
• LU 0191-2024: Sunset Gardens, Block 729, Lot 72, Brooklyn, CD 7, Council District 38
• LU 0192-2024: Harbor Hill, Block 837, Lot 1, Brooklyn, CD 7, Council District 38
• LU 0193-2024: Three Arts Club, Block 1246, Lot 49, Manhattan, CD 7, Council District 6

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is meeting to discuss a proposed local law regarding the sale of pets. The proposal seeks to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats in pet shops and repeal specific sections of the administrative code related to pet shop permits and standards.

• Proposed Int. No. 1018-A: Prohibiting the sale of dogs and cats in pet shops
• Repeal of administrative code section 17-373, subdivision d, paragraph 5
• Repeal of administrative code sections 17-1703, 17-1704, and 17-1705

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education will consider a local law (Int 0515‑2024) that would amend the city’s administrative code to require the Department of Education to report information about employees of school‑bus transportation vendors. The Committee will also consider Resolution 0250‑2024, which calls on the New York State Legislature and the Governor to enact legislation requiring all school buses in the state to have functioning stop‑arms on each side and to prohibit operation without them.

• Local Law Int 0515‑2024: require DOE to report employee information for school‑bus vendor staff
• Resolution 0250‑2024: request state legislation for mandatory stop‑arms on both sides of all school buses and ban buses lacking functional stop‑arms

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare will consider two proposed Local Laws that would amend the city’s administrative code. The first bill (Int 1070‑2024, proposed Int. No. 1070‑A) would expand reporting requirements for exits from domestic‑violence shelters. The second bill (Int 1071‑2024, proposed Int. No. 1071‑A) would add reporting requirements for domestic‑violence emergency and tier II shelters. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Local Law Int 1070‑2024 (proposed Int. No. 1070‑A): amend code to expand reporting on domestic‑violence shelter exits.
• Local Law Int 1071‑2024 (proposed Int. No. 1071‑A): amend code to require reporting on domestic‑violence emergency and tier II shelters.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging is meeting to discuss two proposed local laws. These include requirements for information on employment discrimination and a feasibility study for older adult service centers.

• Int 1025-2024: Information regarding employment discrimination and older adult workforce programs
• Int 1053-2024: Study and report on the feasibility of creating older adult information and service centers

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts will consider a series of local law amendments that modify the city’s administrative code on waste storage, organic waste collection, and related sanitation requirements. The items include amendments identified as T2024-2464, Int 0057-2024, Int 0498-2024, Int 0698-2024, Int 0781-2024, Int 0949-2024, Int 1108-2024, T2024-2744, T2024-2746, and T2024-2775. The Committee will also consider Resolution 0284-2024, which calls on the New York State Legislature and Governor to enact S.5713/A.3249 requiring composting programs at SUNY, CUNY, and related facilities.

• Local Law T2024-2464 – penalties for failure to store waste properly or place it curbside early
• Local Law Int 0057-2024 – requires Department of Sanitation to collect organic waste from community gardens
• Local Law T2024-2744 – stationary on‑street containers for storage and collection of residential waste
• Local Law T2024-2775 – official waste bins for residential buildings with nine or fewer units
• Resolution 0284-2024 – urges state legislation (S.5713/A.3249) for composting programs at SUNY, CUNY, and related institutions

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management is discussing several proposed local laws regarding waste storage and organic waste. The meeting includes an oversight session on the containerization of refuse and organic waste.

• Int 0057-2024: Penalties for improper waste storage and early curb placement
• Int 0498-2024: Requirement for Department of Sanitation to collect organic waste from community gardens
• Int 1108-2024: Street cleanliness requirements for city concessionaires and franchisees
• T2024-2744 and T2024-2746: Stationary on-street containers for residential and city-owned buildings
• Res 0284-2024: Resolution calling for composting programs at SUNY and CUNY facilities

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections will meet to review the Mayor's nomination of Muriel Goode-Trufant for the position of Corporation Counsel. The body will provide advice and consent to the appointment, which requires approval under the City Charter.

• Nomination of Muriel Goode-Trufant for Corporation Counsel
• Advice and consent required for appointment
• Meeting at City Hall, Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will hold an oversight session on deed theft (T2024-2683). It will also consider Local Law Int 0888-2024, which would require disclosures of market value for unsolicited offers to purchase residential properties. Additionally, the committee will review Local Law Int 0901-2024, directing the Office of Financial Empowerment to provide assistance to homeowners.

• Oversight – Deed Theft (T2024-2683)
• Local Law Int 0888-2024 – require market‑value disclosures for unsolicited residential purchase offers
• Local Law Int 0901-2024 – require Office of Financial Empowerment to assist homeowners

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection will hold an oversight hearing on deed theft. The body will also consider two local laws regarding residential property purchase disclosures and homeowner assistance.

• Oversight hearing on Deed Theft (T2024-2682)
• Int 0888-2024: Requirement for market value disclosures on unsolicited residential property offers
• Int 0901-2024: Requirement for the office of financial empowerment to provide homeowner assistance

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will consider three Local Laws and one resolution. One law (Int 0850-2024) would mandate the Department of Housing Preservation and Development to report on how city property is used for affordable housing development. Another (T2024-2764) addresses construction of ancillary dwelling units, and a third (T2024-2765) creates a pilot program to convert existing basement or cellar apartments into habitable units. The resolution (Res 0524-2024) urges the state legislature and governor to enact legislation on legal representation in certain mortgage foreclosure actions.

• Local Law Int 0850-2024 – require DHPD to report on disposition of city property for affordable housing
• Local Law T2024-2764 – amend code regarding construction of ancillary dwelling units
• Local Law T2024-2765 – establish pilot program to convert basement or cellar apartments to habitable units
• Resolution Res 0524-2024 – call on NY State Legislature and Governor to pass A.8591/S.1709 on legal representation in mortgage foreclosures

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will conduct an oversight hearing regarding deed theft. The body will also consider two local laws aimed at protecting homeowners from unsolicited property offers and providing financial empowerment assistance.

• Oversight hearing on Deed Theft (T2024-2681)
• Int 0888-2024: Requirement for market value disclosures on unsolicited residential property offers
• Int 0901-2024: Requirement for the office of financial empowerment to provide homeowner assistance

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration will receive an update on the city's implementation of the 30‑ and 60‑day rules for asylum seekers. It will consider a resolution urging the New York State Legislature and the Governor to enact a Working Families Tax Credit. The meeting is held jointly with the Committee on General Welfare.

• Oversight update on implementation of the 30‑ and 60‑day asylum seeker rules
• Resolution (T2024‑2642) urging NY State Legislature and Governor to pass Working Families Tax Credit
• Joint session with the Committee on General Welfare

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare will receive updates on the implementation of the 30‑ and 60‑day rules for asylum seekers. It will consider Resolution T2024-2641 urging the New York State Legislature and the Governor to enact a New York State Working Families Tax Credit. The resolution is presented jointly with the Committee on Immigration.

• Oversight update on implementation of the 30‑ and 60‑day asylum seeker rules
• Resolution T2024-2641 calling on the state legislature and governor to pass a Working Families Tax Credit
• Joint resolution with the Committee on Immigration (Res 0041-2024)

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations will vote on a resolution urging the New York State Legislature and the Governor to amend the Public Officers Law so non‑citizens may hold civil offices. It will also consider two local laws that require the Department of Citywide Administrative Services to post a workforce information webpage and to provide civil‑service exams in plain language. Additional resolutions call on the U.S. Department of Labor to expand OSHA outreach trainers in ten city languages.

• Local Law T2024-2643: require an interactive webpage on the city workforce and semiannual reports
• Int 0075-2024: require plain‑language civil‑service exams
• Proposed Int. No. 212‑A (Res 0078‑2024): ask NY State Legislature and Governor to allow non‑citizens to hold civil offices
• Res 0521‑2024: ask U.S. Department of Labor to expand OSHA outreach trainers in ten designated languages
• Joint consideration with the Committee on Civil Service and Labor

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor will consider two local law amendments that would require the Department of Citywide Administrative Services to create an interactive workforce webpage with semiannual reports and to provide civil‑service exams in plain language. It will also consider two resolutions: one urging the New York State Legislature and the Governor to amend the Public Officers Law to permit non‑citizens to hold civil offices, and another urging the U.S. Department of Labor to increase the number of OSHA outreach trainers available in ten city‑designated languages. The items will be reviewed jointly with the Committee on Governmental Operations on state and federal legislation.

• Local Law amendment (T2024-2644): require an interactive webpage on the city workforce and semiannual reports
• Local Law amendment (Int 0075-2024): require civil‑service exams in plain, simple language
• Resolution (Res 0078-2024): urge NY State Legislature and Governor to allow non‑citizens to hold civil offices
• Resolution (Res 0521-2024): urge U.S. Department of Labor to expand OSHA outreach trainers in ten designated languages

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction will discuss three local law items. One proposes a pilot program that places mental‑health professionals and candidates in student wellness clubs at public middle and high schools. Another seeks to amend the city’s administrative code regarding student wellness club toolkits. The third aims to amend the code to create a peer‑to‑peer mental‑health training program.

• Pilot program to involve mental‑health professionals and candidates in student wellness clubs (Int 0986-2024)
• Amendment to the administrative code for student wellness club toolkits (Int 0989-2024)
• Amendment to create a peer‑to‑peer mental‑health training program (Int 0996-2024)

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

The Committee on Civil and Human Rights will consider Resolution 0280-2024, which designates November 30 each year as Shirley Chisholm Day in New York City. The resolution seeks to recognize Shirley Chisholm’s contributions as an educator, activist, and elected official.

• Resolution 0280-2024: Designate November 30 annually as Shirley Chisholm Day

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health will consider a Local Law to amend the city’s administrative code regarding nutrition standards and beverage options for children’s meals served in food‑service establishments. It will also review a Local Law establishing a pilot program for sleep‑apnea screening along with a public education and outreach campaign. Both items are scheduled for discussion at the November 18 meeting.

• Amend nutrition standards and beverage options for children’s meals in food‑service establishments (Local Law HealthyNYC.T2024‑2658)
• Establish a sleep‑apnea screening pilot program and public education outreach campaign (Local Law Int 0641‑2024)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will discuss subway safety concerns related to subway surfing. It will consider three resolutions: one directing the MTA to conduct an environmental impact study for the proposed QueensLink project (T2024-2711); another directing the MTA to prepare an environmental impact statement for the Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility (Res 0059-2024); and a joint resolution with the Public Safety, Education, and Children and Youth committees (Res 0187-2024).

• Oversight discussion on subway surfing safety
• Resolution T2024-2711: MTA environmental impact study for QueensLink project
• Resolution 0059-2024: MTA environmental impact statement for Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility
• Joint Resolution Res 0187-2024 with Public Safety, Education, and Children and Youth committees

Committee on Education

The City Council Committee on Education will hold an oversight discussion on subway surfing safety and consider two resolutions. Resolution T2024-2713 asks the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to conduct a comprehensive environmental impact study of the proposed QueensLink project. Resolution Res 0059-2024 asks the MTA to prepare an environmental statement for the Gun Hill Road electric bus depot charging facility.

• Oversight discussion: "Riding Safely: Addressing the Dangers of Subway Surfing."
• Resolution T2024-2713 – request for MTA environmental impact study of QueensLink project.
• Resolution Res 0059-2024 – request for MTA environmental statement for Gun Hill Road electric bus depot charging facility.
• Joint effort with the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Public Safety, and Children and Youth.

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will hold an oversight hearing on the dangers of subway surfing. The body will also consider resolutions regarding environmental studies for the QueensLink project and the Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility.

• Oversight hearing on subway surfing
• Resolution T2024-2712: Environmental Impact Study for QueensLink project
• Resolution Res 0187-2024: Environmental Impact Statement for Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will hold an oversight hearing on subway surfing. The body will also consider resolutions regarding environmental studies for the QueensLink project and the Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility.

• Oversight hearing on subway surfing dangers
• Resolution T2024-2714: Environmental Impact Study for QueensLink project
• Resolution Res 0059-2024: Environmental Impact Statement for Gun Hill Road Electric Bus Depot Charging Facility

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education will hold an oversight hearing. The session focuses on CUNY's response to the Lippman Report.

• Oversight hearing on CUNY's response to the Lippman Report

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on Economic Development will consider a Local Law that would amend the New York City Charter. The amendment would require the Office of Urban Agriculture to develop and implement a plan to convert unused industrial areas into urban agriculture sites. The item is listed under oversight of citywide access to fresh produce.

• Local Law amendment (T2024-2639) directing the Office of Urban Agriculture to create a plan for converting unused industrial areas into urban agriculture sites

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council is discussing the establishment of a charter revision commission to draft a new or revised city charter. The body is also reviewing several land use applications for rezonings in Brooklyn and tax exemptions for Manhattan properties.

• Int 1088-2024-A: Establishing a charter revision commission to draft a new or revised city charter
• LU 0161-0163-2024: Rezoning of 962-972 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn
• LU 0164-0171-2024: Rezoning and special permits for Brooklyn Yards, Brooklyn
• Res 0627-2024 and Res 0630-2024: Expenditure increases for 9 business improvement districts, including Madison Avenue BID
• Int 0360-2024-A: Local law regarding payment of fees for residential real property rentals

Committee on Land Use

The Land Use Committee will review several zoning amendment applications. These include a rezoning of 962‑972 Franklin Avenue from R6A to R8A with a C2‑4 district, a mandatory inclusionary housing amendment for the same site, and a special permit to reduce required parking. The committee will also consider rezoning and special permit requests for the Brooklyn Yards development at 1557 60th Street and related large‑scale general development provisions. Additionally, a revocable consent for a sidewalk café at 5275 65th Place in Queens will be discussed.

• Application C 230356 ZMK: rezoning 962‑972 Franklin Ave from R6A to R8A, establishing a C2‑4 district (Brooklyn, CD9, Council District 35).
• Application N 230357(A) ZRK: amendment to create a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area at 962‑972 Franklin Ave (Brooklyn, CD9, Council District 35).
• Application C 230358 ZSK: special permit to reduce required accessory off‑street parking at 962‑972 Franklin Ave (Brooklyn, CD9, Council District 35).
• Application C 230182 ZMK: rezoning Brooklyn Yards site at 1557 60th Street, changing R5 to R6, M1‑1 to R6 and C4‑5, and establishing a C2‑4 district (Brooklyn, CD11/12, Council Districts 43/44).
• Application D 2450141875 SWQ: revocable consent to operate a sidewalk café at 5275 65th Place, Maspeth, Queens (Community District 5, Council District 30).

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans will consider Resolution 0441-2024, which designates March 29 each year as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York City, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of American service members and recognizing the dedication of their families and caregivers. The resolution will be voted on during the November 13, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution 0441-2024: Designate March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day in NYC

Committee on Finance

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to raise the annual expenditure for nine Business Improvement Districts and set a hearing date for the related local law. It will also consider a separate resolution to increase the annual budget for the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District, amend its district plan, and change the assessment method for the district charge. A third resolution will approve new designations and changes for organizations receiving funding in the expense budget. Two land‑use items (LU 0189‑2024 and LU 0190‑2024) are pre‑considered, covering specific Manhattan parcels.

• Resolution 0627‑2024: increase annual expenditure for nine Business Improvement Districts and schedule a public hearing.
• Resolution 0630‑2024: raise Madison Avenue BID annual spending, amend its District Plan, and change the assessment method for the district charge.
• Resolution 0641‑2024: approve new designations and changes for organizations receiving expense‑budget funding.
• LU 0189‑2024 (pre‑considered): land parcels Block 879 Lot 26; Block 886 Lot 63; Block 927 Lot 37; Block 1347 Lot 122; Block 1432 Lot 12; Block 1436 Lot 122; Block 1554 Lot 38 in Manhattan Community Districts 6 and 8, Council Districts 2, 4, 5.
• LU 0190‑2024 (pre‑considered): 537 West 149th Street, Block 2081 Lot 14, Manhattan Community District 9, Council District 7.

Committee on Education

The Education Committee will consider Resolution 0013‑2024, which designates the second Friday in March each year as Social and Emotional Learning Day in New York City. The Committee will also consider Resolution 0095‑2024, which calls on the Department of Education to work with faith‑based organizations to create a city‑wide curriculum on religious diversity, provide related professional development, improve hate‑crime reporting, and address bullying tied to religious expression.

• Res 0013‑2024: Designates the second Friday in March annually as Social and Emotional Learning Day.
• Res 0095‑2024: Requests the DOE to partner with faith‑based groups for a religious‑diversity curriculum for all grades.
• Res 0095‑2024: Calls for professional development on religious diversity for teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Res 0095‑2024: Requires accurate classification and parent notification of school hate‑crime statistics.
• Res 0095‑2024: Directs schools to address bullying related to religious clothing, food, and prayer space.

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation is meeting to discuss a local law regarding the city charter. The body will consider legislation to establish a commission to draft a new or revised city charter.

• Proposed Int. No. 1088-A: Local Law to establish a charter revision commission

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections will consider two resolutions. The resolutions designate Michael Espiritu of Manhattan and Vanessa Rodriguez of the Bronx for appointment by the Mayor as directors of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation.

• Resolution T2024-2685: designate Michael Espiritu (Manhattan) as NYC Health and Hospitals Corp. director
• Resolution T2024-2686: designate Vanessa Rodriguez (Bronx) as NYC Health and Hospitals Corp. director

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection will consider Local Law Int. No. 360-A, which proposes to amend the city’s administrative code regarding the payment of fees associated with residential rental properties. The proposal would change how such fees are assessed or collected. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Local Law Int. No. 360‑A – amendment to the administrative code on payment of fees for residential rentals

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is meeting to discuss a local law regarding newsrack requirements. The proposal seeks to amend the administrative code and replace a specific subdivision of section 19-128.1.

• Proposed Int. No. 663-A: Local Law to amend newsrack requirements and repeal/replace subdivision a of section 19-128.1

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Committee on Parks and Recreation is meeting to discuss a local law regarding composting. The body will review Proposed Int. No. 130-A, which seeks to amend the city administrative code to allow composting facilities within parks.

• Proposed Int. No. 130-A: Local law to establish composting facilities in parks

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider several applications related to the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement, including a map amendment that would close portions of West 40th and West 41st Streets and a special permit to allow a bus station with ten or more berths. The committee will also review rezoning and special permit applications for the Franklin Avenue site in Brooklyn and the Brooklyn Yards development. Each item will be voted on or discussed according to the agenda.

• Application C 240336 MMM – map amendment to eliminate and close portions of West 41st St, West 40th St, Ninth Ave, and related streets in Manhattan (Community District 4, Council District 3).
• Application C 240353 ZSM – special permit to construct a bus station with 10+ berths and related zoning changes for the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement (Manhattan, Community District 4, Council District 3).
• Application N 240354 ZRM – amendment of the Zoning Resolution for the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement (Manhattan, Community District 4, Council District 3).
• Application C 230356 ZMK – rezoning of 962‑972 Franklin Avenue from an R6A District to an R8A District and establishment of a C2‑4 District (Brooklyn, Community District 9, Council District 35).
• Application C 230182 ZMK – rezoning of Brooklyn Yards site, changing from R5 to R6, M1‑1 to R6, and establishing a C2‑4 District (Brooklyn, Community Districts 11‑12, Council Districts 43‑44).

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will consider several Local Laws that amend the city’s administrative code, including expanding the definition of tenant harassment to cover unlawful evictions and adding related program requirements. Additional bills address injunctive relief for lawful occupants, higher penalties for unlawful evictions, lock‑change procedures after illegal lockouts, and cooling requirements for rent‑stabilized units. The committee will also hear two resolutions urging New York State to block eviction filings by owners with major housing code violations and to require unlawful eviction cases to be heard within five days.

• Local Law T2024-2630: expands tenant harassment definition to include unlawful evictions and expands the certificate of no harassment program
• Local Law Int 0622-2024: provides injunctive relief for lawful occupants of rental units
• Local Law Int 0623-2024: increases penalties for unlawful evictions
• Local Law Int 0993-2024: creates lock‑change procedures in response to illegal lockouts
• Resolution Res 0119-2024: calls on the state legislature to bar owners with substantial pending housing maintenance code violations from filing eviction proceedings

Committee on Economic Development

The Committee on Economic Development will review a proposed Local Law that would amend the New York City charter. The amendment would require the office of urban agriculture to create and implement a plan to convert unused industrial areas into urban agriculture sites. The item is listed under oversight of citywide access to fresh produce.

• Local Law amendment (T2024-2639, Int 0693-2024) directing the office of urban agriculture to develop a plan to convert unused industrial areas to urban agriculture sites

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

The Committee on Fire and Emergency Management will hold a joint session with the Committee on Oversight and Investigations to examine ambulance response times. The agenda item, identified as T2024-2631, is an oversight review. No other items are listed for this meeting.

• Oversight review of ambulance response times (Agenda item T2024-2631)

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations will hold a joint meeting with the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management to discuss ambulance response times.

• Oversight hearing on ambulance response times (T2024-2494)
• Joint meeting with Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals will hold an oversight hearing on ambulance response times. The hearing is joint with the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management and the Committee on Oversight and Investigations. No specific actions or decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Oversight of ambulance response times (T2024-2687) – joint with the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management and the Committee on Oversight and Investigations

Committee on Public Housing

The Public Housing Committee will hold an oversight discussion on the New York City Housing Authority's HUD agreement and the ongoing federal monitorship. No specific actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Oversight of NYCHA’s HUD Agreement and ongoing Federal Monitorship (Item T2024-2580)

Committee on Land Use

The October 31, 2024 meeting of the NYC Council Committee on Land Use includes only the committee roster, location, and time. No rezoning proposals, contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings are detailed in the agenda.

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor will hold an oversight hearing on pathways into New York City’s civil service. The hearing is scheduled for October 31, 2024 at 10:00 AM in the Council Chambers and is conducted jointly with the Committee on Higher Education.

• Oversight hearing on pathways into civil service (Agenda item T2024‑2499)

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education is meeting jointly with the Committee on Civil Service and Labor. The session is dedicated to oversight regarding pathways into New York City's civil service.

• Oversight hearing on Pathways into New York City's Civil Service (T2024-2500)

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice will consider two proposed local laws aimed at preventing and addressing sexual assault and harassment in city jails. One bill would require the Department of Correction to use an electronic case management system to track investigations of sexual abuse. The other would require the Commissioner of Correction to develop a comprehensive training program for investigating sexual crimes. An additional item, Int 0830-2024, is listed without a description.

• T2024-2571 – require Department of Correction to use an electronic case management system to track sexual abuse investigations.
• Int 0792-2024 – require Commissioner of Correction to develop a comprehensive training program for investigation of sexual crimes.
• Int 0830-2024 – listed without description in the agenda.

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider four applications submitted by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Two applications propose amendments to the Zoning Resolution and City Map for the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement project in Manhattan. A third application requests a special permit to build a new bus station with ten or more berths and related air‑space development at a site bounded by West 40th Street, 10th Avenue, and adjacent streets. The fourth application seeks a revocable consent for a sidewalk café at 5275 65th Place in Maspeth, Queens.

• Application N 240354 ZRM – amendment of the Zoning Resolution for the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement, Manhattan, Community District 4, Council District 3.
• Application C 240336 MMM – map amendment to eliminate and close portions of West 41st St, West 40th St, and related streets in Manhattan, Community District 4, Council District 3.
• Application C 240353 ZSM – special permit to construct a bus station with 10+ berths and develop demapped air space above the site bounded by West 40th St, 10th Ave, West 41st St, 9th Ave, etc., in Manhattan.
• Application D 2450141875 SWQ – revocable consent to establish, maintain, and operate a sidewalk café at 5275 65th Place, Maspeth, Queens, Community District 5, Council District 30.

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation is meeting to discuss a local law. The item involves the creation of a commission to draft a new or revised city charter.

• Int 1088-2024: A Local Law to establish a charter revision commission

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections will consider two pre‑considered resolutions. The resolutions approve the Council’s designation of Michael Espiritu, a Manhattan resident, and Vanessa Rodriguez, a Bronx resident, for appointment by the Mayor to the Health & Hospitals Corporation. No other items are on the agenda.

• Resolution T2024-2685 – designation of Michael Espiritu (Manhattan) for mayoral appointment to the Health & Hospitals Corporation (preconsidered)
• Resolution T2024-2686 – designation of Vanessa Rodriguez (Bronx) for mayoral appointment to the Health & Hospitals Corporation (preconsidered)

Committee on Education

The Education Committee will consider three local laws. One would amend the city’s administrative code to develop a college admissions counseling program. Another would amend the code to establish mental health services for two after‑school programs run by the Department of Youth and Community Development. The third would amend the city charter concerning the composition of the Youth Board, and it will be heard jointly with the Committee on Children and Youth.

• Local Law to amend the administrative code for a college admissions counseling program (Int 0700-2024).
• Local Law to amend the administrative code to provide mental health services for two after‑school programs (Int 0729-2024).
• Local Law to amend the city charter regarding the composition of the Youth Board (Int 0794-2024).

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will hold an oversight hearing on Summer Rising and consider three local laws regarding college admissions counseling, mental health services for after-school programs, and the composition of the youth board.

• Oversight hearing on Summer Rising
• Local Law to create college admissions counseling program
• Local Law to establish mental health services for two after-school programs
• Local Law to amend the city charter regarding the youth board composition
• Joint meeting with the Committee on Education

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Sanitation and Solid Waste Management Committee will consider several proposed amendments to the New York City Administrative Code, including penalties for improper waste storage and requirements for organic waste collection, drop‑off site definitions, recycling by city agencies, and provision of receptacles. The committee will also consider a resolution urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to establish a composting program at SUNY, CUNY, and related facilities. These items address how solid and organic waste are handled across the city and its institutions.

• T2024-2463 – amend code on penalties for failure to store waste properly or place it curbside early
• Int 0057-2024 – require the Department of Sanitation to collect organic waste from community gardens
• Int 0698-2024 – clarify the definition of an organic waste drop‑off site
• Int 0781-2024 – require city agencies to recycle organic waste
• Res 0284-2024 – resolution urging state legislation for composting programs at SUNY, CUNY dorms and facilities

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts, jointly with the Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, will hold an oversight hearing on the containerization of refuse and organic waste. The body will also consider several local laws regarding waste storage penalties and organic waste collection.

• Oversight on containerization of refuse and organic waste (T2024-2464)
• Int 0057-2024: Penalties for failure to store waste in required receptacles
• Int 0498-2024: Requirement for Department of Sanitation to collect organic waste from community gardens
• Int 0698-2024: Clarifying the definition of organic waste drop off sites
• Res 0284-2024: Resolution calling for composting programs at SUNY and CUNY facilities

Committee on Public Safety

The Committee on Public Safety will vote on Local Law T2024-2489 to amend the city code for educating older adults about elder fraud, end‑of‑life preparation, and financial literacy. It will also consider Local Law T2024-2593, which requires the police department to disseminate information and train officers on filing reports of identity theft and related crimes. Additionally, the committee will discuss Resolution T2024-2678, urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to create a statewide public guardianship system, a measure presented jointly with the Committee on Aging.

• Local Law T2024-2489 – amendment for elder‑fraud education and financial literacy for older adults
• Local Law T2024-2593 – amendment requiring police to provide identity‑theft reporting information and officer training
• Resolution T2024-2678 – call for New York State legislation to establish a public guardianship system
• Res 0561-2024 – joint resolution with the Committee on Aging supporting the guardianship initiative

Committee on Small Business

The Committee on Small Business is holding an oversight hearing on public space activation and small business revitalization in Naturally Occurring Cultural Districts. This is a joint session with the Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations.

• Oversight hearing on public space activation and small business revitalization in Naturally Occurring Cultural Districts (T2024-2518)

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will hold an oversight hearing on elder fraud. Members will consider local laws regarding financial literacy for older adults and police training on identity theft reports, as well as a resolution for a statewide public guardianship system.

• Oversight hearing on Elder Fraud
• Local Law T2024-2488: Education for older adults on elder fraud, end of life preparation, and financial literacy
• Local Law T2024-2593: NYPD training and information dissemination on identity theft reports
• Resolution Res 0561-2024: Request for New York State to create a statewide public guardianship system

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding a joint oversight hearing with the Committee on Small Business. The discussion focuses on public space activation and small business revitalization within Naturally Occurring Cultural Districts.

• Oversight hearing on public space activation and small business revitalization in Naturally Occurring Cultural Districts (T2024-2517)

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health is holding an oversight hearing on how hospital closures affect community needs. The committee will also consider a resolution urging the New York State Governor to sign the Local Input in Community Healthcare (LICH) Act.

• Oversight hearing on effects of hospital closures
• Proposed Res. No. 339-A: Resolution calling on the Governor to sign S.8843A/A.1633B (LICH Act)

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals will examine the effects of hospital closures on community needs. It will consider a resolution (Res 0339-2024) that calls on the New York State Governor to sign S.8843A/A.1633B, the Local Input in Community Healthcare (LICH) Act. The resolution is proposed jointly with the Committee on Health.

• Resolution (Res 0339-2024) urging Governor to sign S.8843A/A.1633B, the LICH Act
• Oversight discussion on the effects of hospital closures on community needs
• Joint action with the Committee on Health

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans is meeting for an oversight hearing regarding support for the families of veterans with PTSD. This session is held jointly with the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities, and Addiction.

• Oversight hearing on supporting the families of veterans with PTSD (T2024-2475)

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction will conduct an oversight session focused on supporting families of veterans with PTSD. The item is scheduled jointly with the Committee on Veterans. No other agenda items are listed.

• Oversight hearing on supporting families of veterans with PTSD (joint with Committee on Veterans)

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations will meet jointly with the Committee on Fire and Emergency Management. The session is dedicated to oversight regarding ambulance response times.

• Oversight hearing on ambulance response times (T2024-2494)

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

The Fire and Emergency Management Committee will hold an oversight session on ambulance response times. The item is listed as T2024-2631 and will be conducted jointly with the Committee on Oversight and Investigations. No specific decisions or actions are indicated in the agenda.

• Oversight of ambulance response times (Agenda Item T2024-2631)

Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation

The Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation will hold an oversight session on the Department of Citywide Administrative Services' leasing practices. The meeting will discuss how DCAS manages its leases and any related policy issues. No decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda item.

• Oversight of DCAS leasing practices (Agenda item T2024-2638)

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Civil Service and Labor Committee will consider a local law to amend the city administrative code and set community hiring and compensation standards for city‑assisted housing development projects. It will also discuss a resolution urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to enact the Good Jobs Guarantee Act (A.10225/S.9376), which proposes workforce training programs and expanded employment opportunities for New Yorkers.

• Local Law Int 0910-2024: amend the administrative code to establish community hiring and compensation standards for city‑assisted housing development projects.
• Resolution Res 0522-2024: call on the state legislature and governor to pass A.10225/S.9376, the Good Jobs Guarantee Act, to create workforce training programs and increase employment opportunities.

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology will review several local law proposals that would amend the city charter and administrative code. The measures aim to create an office of algorithmic data integrity, establish responsible AI use practices, require a centralized list of approved AI tools, and mandate reporting on algorithmic impacts on employees. The committee will discuss each proposal before any vote.

• T2024-2628 – Amend the city charter and administrative code to establish an office of algorithmic data integrity.
• Int 0199-2024 – Amend the administrative code to require creation of appropriate and responsible use practices for AI tools used by city agencies.
• Int 0926-2024 – Amend the administrative code to require a centralized list of AI tools approved for agency use.
• Int 1024-2024 – Amend the administrative code to require reporting on the impact of algorithmic tools on city employees and changes in employment responsibilities.
• Int 1099-2024 – Amend the administrative code to require reporting on the impact of algorithmic tools on city employees and changes in employment responsibilities.

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts Committee will consider six proposed local law amendments covering water‑quality notifications, online service postings, base‑rental payment notices, public drinking fountains, and a homeowner flood‑assistance program. It will also vote on a resolution urging the NYC Water Board to give council members and community boards at least 30 days’ notice before any public hearing on annual water‑rate adjustments. All items are pending approval by the committee.

• Int 0033‑2024 – Amend the city code to require notification of discolored water or reduced water pressure.
• Int 0225‑2024 – Amend the city code to require DEP to post online information about scheduled and requested infrastructure services.
• Int 0816‑2024 – Amend the city code to require DEP to notify property owners when the city requests a base rental payment from the NYC Water Board.
• Int 0900‑2024 – Amend the city code to require installation of drinking fountains in public spaces.
• Int 1067‑2024 – Amend the city code to create a homeowner assistance program for groundwater flooding and a Southeast Queens flooding adaptation task force, and repeal certain related amendments.

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice will hold an oversight hearing on preventing sexual assault and harassment in city jails. The committee will also consider a local law requiring the commissioner of correction to create a comprehensive training program for investigating sexual crimes.

• Oversight hearing on sexual assault and harassment in city jails
• Int 0830-2024: Local Law regarding training for investigation of sexual crimes

City Council Stated Meeting

At the October 23 stated meeting, the City Council will consider several land‑use call‑ups, including Council review of the City Planning Commission’s actions on the Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement applications (C 240353 ZSM, C 240336 MMM, N 240354 ZRM). The Council will also review a sidewalk‑café approval at 5275 65th Place in Maspeth, Queens (Application D 2450141875 SWQ). Additional agenda items include finance resolutions on real‑property tax base percentages for Fiscal 2025, tax‑exemption resolutions for specific properties, and appointments to the Civilian Complaint Review Board and City Planning Commission. The meeting will also adopt local laws on licensing hotels, juvenile‑justice reporting, and translation‑service information.

• Land Use Call‑Up: Council review of Port Authority Bus Terminal Replacement applications C 240353 ZSM, C 240336 MMM, N 240354 ZRM
• Land Use Call‑Up: Council review of sidewalk café at 5275 65th Place, Maspeth, Queens (Application D 2450141875 SWQ)
• Finance Resolution Res 0623‑2024 to determine a 0.9 % increase in the current base proportion of real property for Fiscal 2025
• Resolution Res 0633‑2024 granting a tax exemption for the Joseph Belsky House, Block 5423, Lots 6, 9, 14, Brooklyn
• Resolution Res 0579‑2024 approving Dr. Mohammad Khalid as a member of the Civilian Complaint Review Board

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will consider a proposed Local Law amendment to the New York City administrative code. The amendment would require the Administration for Children’s Services and the Department of Probation to report juvenile justice statistics. The item is listed as Int 0087-2024, Proposed Int. No. 87-A, for the meeting on October 23, 2024 at 11:00 AM.

• Proposed Local Law amendment (Int 0087-2024) to require ACS and Department of Probation to report juvenile justice statistics

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations will consider four resolutions. One designates October as Youth Empowerment Month annually. Another names October 10 as Casey Benjamin Day. Additional resolutions declare October as Jamaican Heritage Month and October 20 as New York Liberty Day.

• Resolution 0193-2024: Designate October as Youth Empowerment Month annually
• Resolution 0508-2024: Designate October 10 as Casey Benjamin Day
• Resolution 0518-2024: Declare October as Jamaican Heritage Month
• Resolution 0629-2024: Declare October 20 as New York Liberty Day

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will consider a resolution approving new designations for organizations to receive expense‑budget funding. It will also consider several resolutions to adjust the base proportion of real property for Fiscal 2025, including a 0.9 % increase and related amendments to computing and certifying those percentages. Additional land‑use items include designations for the Joseph Belsky House, 272 East 7th Street, and Cathedral Parkway. All items are listed as pre‑considered.

• Resolution approving new designations and changes for organizations to receive funding in the expense budget (Res 0622‑2024)
• Resolution to determine a 0.9 % increase of the current base proportion of any class of real property for Fiscal 2025 (Res 0623‑2024)
• Resolution to amend and restate the computation and certification of base percentages for Fiscal 2025 (Res 0624‑2024)
• Resolution to amend and restate the adjusted base proportion computation for Fiscal 2025 (Res 0625‑2024)
• Land‑use designations: Joseph Belsky House (LU 0182‑2024), 272 East 7th Street (LU 0183‑2024), Cathedral Parkway (LU 0184‑2024)

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection is meeting to discuss a proposed local law. The session focuses on amendments to the city administrative code regarding the licensing of hotels.

• Proposed Int. No. 991-C: A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York in relation to licensing hotels

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure is meeting to discuss a local law regarding the Department of Transportation. The proposal focuses on how the agency posts information about speed reducer and traffic-control device requests on its website.

• Proposed Int. No. 468-A: Amendment to administrative code regarding DOT website postings for traffic-control device and speed reducer requests

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections will consider Resolution 0579-2024 to approve the Council’s appointment of Dr. Mohammad Khalid as a member of the New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board. It will also receive a communication (M 0071-2024) from the Queens Borough President recommending Oudeshram “Raj” Rampershad for reappointment to the City Planning Commission, which requires the Council’s advice and consent under City Charter sections 31 and 192.

• Resolution 0579-2024: appointment of Dr. Mohammad Khalid to the NYC Civilian Complaint Review Board
• Communication M 0071-2024: Queens Borough President submits Oudeshram “Raj” Rampershad for reappointment to the City Planning Commission (advice and consent)

Committee on Health

The Committee on Health and the Committee on Hospitals are holding a joint oversight hearing. The body will examine how hospital closures affect community needs.

• Oversight hearing on the effects of hospital closures on community needs

Committee on Hospitals

The Committee on Hospitals will hold an oversight session on the effects of hospital closures on community needs. The session is conducted jointly with the Committee on Health. No specific actions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Oversight session on hospital closures – community needs (Item T2024-2482)

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education will consider three proposed local laws that would amend the New York City administrative code. One would require the Department of Education to report information on career and technical education programs in public schools. Another would require distribution of information about interpretation and translation services. The third would require reporting on student clubs and organizations.

• Int 0733-2024 – require NYC DOE to report data on career and technical education programs
• Int 0771-2024 – require distribution of information on interpretation and translation services
• Int 0797-2024 – require reporting on student clubs and organizations

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider Application N 240290 ZRY, a City of Yes Zoning for Housing Opportunity proposal submitted by the Department of City Planning. The proposal seeks to amend multiple sections of the New York City Zoning Resolution to increase housing opportunities across all zoning districts citywide.

• Proposed amendment to the Zoning Resolution (multiple sections) to expand housing opportunities citywide (Application N 240290 ZRY)

Committee on Veterans

The Committee on Veterans will hold an oversight session to discuss support for families of veterans with PTSD. The item (T2024-2475) is scheduled jointly with the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities, and Addiction. The meeting is set for October 21, 2024 at 1:00 PM in Committee Room, 250 Broadway, 14th Floor.

• Oversight hearing on supporting families of veterans with PTSD (Agenda Item T2024-2475)

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction will hold an oversight hearing on supporting families of veterans with PTSD. The item is presented jointly with the Committee on Veterans. The committee will review existing programs and consider recommendations. No other agenda items are listed.

• Oversight hearing on supporting families of veterans with PTSD (joint with Committee on Veterans)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will review Application N 240290 ZRY, titled “City of Yes Zoning for Housing Opportunity,” submitted by the New York City Department of City Planning. The proposal seeks to amend the Zoning Resolution, modifying multiple sections to expand housing opportunities across all zoning districts citywide. The committee will decide whether to approve the amendment for further council action.

• Application N 240290 ZRY – amendment to the Zoning Resolution to expand housing opportunities citywide

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider three applications for 962‑972 Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn. One proposes amending the Zoning Map (C 230356) to change the district from R6A to R8A and add a C2‑4 district. Another (N 230357) seeks to modify bulk regulations and create a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area. The third (C 230358) requests a special permit to reduce required off‑street parking for the development.

• Application C 230356: amend Zoning Map, change from R6A to R8A, add C2‑4 district
• Application N 230357(A): modify bulk regulations and establish Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area
• Application C 230358: special permit to reduce required accessory parking spaces
• All applications pertain to the mixed‑use development at 962‑972 Franklin Avenue, Block 1192, Lots 63 and 66
• Location: Borough of Brooklyn, Community District 9, Council District 35

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings will consider two local law proposals. One would amend the city’s administrative and fuel gas codes to require periodic inspections of gas piping, ordinary plumbing, fire‑suppression piping, emergency work, and to reestablish the plumbing and fire‑suppression piping contractor license board. The other would amend the administrative code to require inspections of steam radiators in multiple‑dwelling buildings.

• Amend administrative and fuel gas codes for periodic inspections of gas piping, plumbing, fire‑suppression work, and to reestablish the contractor license board (Int 0429-2024).
• Amend administrative code to require inspection of steam radiators in multiple‑dwelling buildings (Int 0925-2024).

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration will hold an oversight hearing regarding resources for unaccompanied immigrant youth. The committee will also discuss a resolution requesting New York State legislation to allow a city tax credit for businesses that create training programs for newly arrived immigrants.

• Oversight on resources for unaccompanied immigrant children
• Resolution Res 0576-2024 regarding business tax credits for immigrant workforce development

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will hold an oversight hearing on resources for unaccompanied immigrant youth and consider a resolution urging the state legislature to pass a tax credit for businesses that train new immigrants.

• Oversight hearing on resources for unaccompanied immigrant youth
• Resolution urging state tax credit for immigrant workforce training programs
• Jointly with the Committee on Immigration

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council will adopt the September 26 minutes, consider several general orders, and vote on a series of resolutions. These include tax‑exemptions for properties in Staten Island and Brooklyn, landmark designations for the Brooklyn Edison Building and the 1 Wall Street Banking Room, and multiple zoning actions for 135th Street in Manhattan. The body will also enact local laws on insurance for food vendors, protest‑related procurement rules, and lactation‑room policies.

• Res 0604-2024: tax exemption for property Block 955, Lot 25 (Staten Island)
• Res 0605-2024: landmark designation of Brooklyn Edison Building, 345 Adams St.
• Application C 230206 ZMM: rezoning 135th St. area from M1‑1 to R7‑2 with a C2‑4 district
• Res 0607-2024: approval of City Planning Commission decision on ULURP C 240244 ZSM (special permit)
• Int 0892-2024‑A: local law amending the code on written lactation‑room accommodation policies

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is meeting to consider a local law regarding the display of artwork on temporary protective structures at construction sites. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Int 0956-2024: Proposed law to amend the New York City building code regarding artwork on temporary protective structures

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts will consider three proposed local laws. One would require agencies to explain denials of subcontractor approvals. Another would set insurance guidelines for food procurement vendors. A third would direct the procurement policy board to create rules on protests of procurement actions.

• Int 0801-2024 – Amend the administrative code to require an agency to provide an explanation of a denial of approval of a subcontractor.
• Int 0802-2024 – Amend the administrative code to establish insurance requirements for food procurement vendors.
• Int 0803-2024 – Amend the city charter to require the procurement policy board to promulgate rules relating to protests of procurement actions.

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance will consider Resolution 0597‑2024, which proposes new designations and changes to how certain organizations receive funding from the city's expense budget. The committee will also pre‑consider Land Use application LU 0173‑2024 concerning St. Elizabeth Manor, located at Block 955, Lot 25 in Staten Island’s Community District 2, Council District 50.

• Resolution 0597‑2024: approve new designations for organizations to receive expense‑budget funding
• Land Use LU 0173‑2024: designation change for St. Elizabeth Manor, Block 955, Lot 25, Staten Island

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity will consider three proposed Local Laws that would amend the city administrative code on information about the maternal mortality and morbidity review committee, written lactation‑room accommodation policies, and the development and distribution of parenting resource materials for newborns. It will also consider two resolutions urging the New York State Legislature and the Governor to increase Medicaid reimbursement for eight pre‑ and post‑natal visits and doula delivery support, and to pass the Chisholm Chance Act to address severe maternal morbidity in Brooklyn and the Bronx.

• Local Law Int 0891-2024 – amend the administrative code regarding information about the maternal mortality and morbidity review committee
• Local Law Int 0892-2024 – amend the administrative code to require written lactation‑room accommodation policies
• Local Law Int 0912-2024 – amend the administrative code to require the Department of Health to develop and distribute parenting resource materials for newborns
• Resolution Res 0133-2024 – call on the state legislature and governor to increase Medicaid reimbursement for eight prenatal/post‑natal visits and doula delivery support
• Resolution Res 0293-2024 – call on the state legislature and governor to pass S.2898A/A.4017A (the Chisholm Chance Act) to address severe maternal morbidity in Brooklyn and the Bronx

Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections

The Committee on Rules, Privileges and Elections is meeting to review two appointments. The body will consider the appointment of Dr. Mohammad Khalid to the Civilian Complaint Review Board and the reappointment of Oudeshram “Raj” Rampershad to the City Planning Commission.

• Appointment of Dr. Mohammad Khalid to the Civilian Complaint Review Board (Res 0579-2024)
• Reappointment of Oudeshram “Raj” Rampershad to the City Planning Commission (M 0071-2024)

Committee on Land Use

The Land Use Committee will hold a hearing on multiple applications, including rezoning and special permits for 135th Street in Manhattan. The agenda also contains landmark designation applications for the Brooklyn Edison Building at 345 Adams Street and the 1 Wall Street Banking Room interior. Additional items include a demolition special permit for 343 West 47th Street and several tax‑exemption and urban development action area proposals in Brooklyn and Queens.

• Application N 240409 HIK: historic landmark designation for the Brooklyn Edison Building at 345 Adams Street (also known as 372‑392 Pearl Street and 11‑17 Willoughby Street).
• Application N 250005 HIM: historic landmark designation for the 1 Wall Street Banking Room interior at 1 Wall Street.
• Applications C 230206 ZMM, N 230207 ZRM, C 230208 ZSM, C 230209 ZSM: rezoning and special permits for 135th Street (701 West 135th Street) establishing R7‑2/C2‑4 districts and a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Manhattan Community District 9.
• Application C 240244 ZSM: demolition special permit for 343 West 47th Street to allow demolition of more than 20 % of residential floor area.
• Applications G 240058 XUK, G 240064 NUK, G 240059 XAK, etc.: tax‑exemption and accelerated UDAAP proposals for properties in Brooklyn and Queens.

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare is holding an oversight hearing on supporting domestic violence survivors in the city's shelter system. The body is also considering two local laws regarding reporting on shelter exits and demand for emergency and tier II shelters.

• Oversight on supporting domestic violence survivors in NYC’s shelter system
• Local Law T2024-2558: expanding reporting on domestic violence shelter exits
• Local Law T2024-2572: reporting on demand for domestic violence emergency and tier II shelters

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity will review three local law proposals. One bill (T2024-2557) would amend the city administrative code to expand reporting on domestic‑violence shelter exits. Two pre‑considered bills (T2024-2572 and T2024-2573) would amend the code to require reporting on demand for emergency and tier II domestic‑violence shelters. The committee will discuss these reporting changes as part of oversight for supporting survivors.

• T2024-2557 – Local Law to amend the administrative code to expand reporting on domestic‑violence shelter exits
• T2024-2572 – Pre‑considered Local Law to amend the administrative code to report demand for domestic‑violence emergency shelters
• T2024-2573 – Pre‑considered Local Law to amend the administrative code to report demand for domestic‑violence tier II shelters

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection is meeting to discuss two proposed local laws. These items involve amendments to the city administrative code regarding business licensing.

• Int 0970-2024: Licensing of massage therapy businesses
• Int 0991-2024: Licensing of hotels

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will consider a series of applications to amend the zoning map and grant special permits. Items include a rezoning of 135th Street from M1‑1 to R7‑2 with a new C2‑4 district, several special permits for mixed‑use buildings on 701 West 135th Street, a demolition permit for 343 West 47th Street, and rezoning and parking‑reduction permits for the Brooklyn Yards development. The council will vote on whether to approve or reject each proposal.

• C 230206 ZMM – rezoning of 135th Street (Manhattan) from M1‑1 to R7‑2, creating a C2‑4 district and a Special Manhattanville Mixed Use District
• C 230208 ZSM – special permit to include covered railroad right‑of‑way in lot area for a 7‑story mixed‑use building at 701 West 135th Street
• C 240244 ZSM – demolition special permit for 343 West 47th Street to remove >20% of residential floor area
• C 230182 ZMK – rezoning of Brooklyn Yards from R5 to R6, from M1‑1 to C4‑5, and creation of a C2‑4 district in Brooklyn
• C 230184 ZSK – special permit to reduce required off‑street parking for a mixed‑use development at 1557 60th Street

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions will consider designating the Brooklyn Edison Building and 1 Wall Street Banking Room Interior as historic landmarks. The committee will also review rezoning proposals for South Jamaica Gateway and various housing preservation and tax exemption applications.

• Designation of Brooklyn Edison Building (345 Adams Street) as historic landmark
• Designation of 1 Wall Street Banking Room Interior as historic landmark
• South Jamaica Gateway rezoning to R7A District with C1-4 commercial overlay
• South Jamaica Gateway Urban Development Action Area designation
• MHANY Multifamily Preservation Loan Program tax exemption applications

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is reviewing two proposed local laws. These items address the inspection of gas piping systems and steam radiators in multiple dwellings.

• Int 0429-2024: Local Law regarding periodic inspections of gas piping systems and the plumbing and fire suppression piping contractor license board
• Int 0925-2024: Local Law requiring the inspection of steam radiators in multiple dwellings

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The subcommittee is convening for a meeting on October 1, 2024. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for decision or discussion.

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use will meet on October 1, 2024. The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific items for decision or discussion.

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions will review multiple applications related to the South Jamaica Gateway project. Items include rezoning proposals that would change several districts to R7A and create a C1‑4 district, a mandatory inclusionary housing amendment, and a designation of an Urban Development Action Area for property at 106‑01 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard. The committee will also consider a tax‑exemption request for several HPD properties under the Multifamily Preservation Loan Program.

• Application C 240328 ZMQ: rezoning South Jamaica Gateway from R4, R5B, and R5D to R7A and establishing a C1‑4 district (Queens, CD12, Council Districts 27/28)
• Application N 240329 ZRQ: amendment to create a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in the same zone
• Application C 240330 HAQ: further rezoning actions for South Jamaica Gateway
• Application G 240058 XUK: designation of an Urban Development Action Area and project at 106‑01 Guy R. Brewer Blvd
• Application for MPLP tax exemption (T2024‑2570): exemption for HPD properties at 1073 Utica Ave, 996 East 46 St, 38 Martense St, and 639 East 87 St

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings is conducting oversight and reviewing Int 1063-2024. This proposed local law would amend the administrative code regarding the third party transfer program and repeal sections 11-425, 11-426, and 11-427 concerning delinquent tax payment agreements.

• Int 1063-2024: Proposal to amend the third party transfer program
• Proposed repeal of sections 11-425, 11-426, and 11-427 regarding delinquent taxes and charges installments

Committee on Technology

The Committee on Technology will review a proposed Local Law that would amend the city’s administrative code to establish a centralized mobile application, called “MyCity,” for accessing municipal services. The legislation is identified as T2024-2402 and introduced as Int 0821-2024. The committee will discuss oversight and implementation of this portal.

• Local Law T2024-2402 to create the “MyCity” mobile app for city services

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Sanitation and Solid Waste Management Committee will discuss several Local Law proposals. One item directs the commissioner of sanitation to study the feasibility and environmental effects of a recycling mandate for household textiles. Another requires the department to develop a disposal plan for rechargeable batteries used in powered mobility devices. Additional items include a study of single-use plastics and an update to waste characterization studies.

• Local Law to study feasibility and environmental effects of a recycling mandate for household textiles (Int 0256-2024)
• Local Law to require a disposal plan for rechargeable batteries used in powered mobility devices (Int 0351-2024)
• Local Law to study single-use plastics (Int 0695-2024)
• Local Law to amend the administrative code for updated waste characterization studies (Int 0697-2024)

Committee on Contracts

The Committee on Contracts will consider a local law (T2024-2467) that requires the Department of Education to report on school bus transportation employees. It will also consider a resolution (Int 0515-2024) urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to require stop‑arms on every school bus and to prohibit operation of buses without functional stop‑arms. The resolution will be considered jointly with the Committee on Education. The meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM.

• Local Law T2024-2467 – require the Department of Education to report on school bus transportation employees
• Resolution Int 0515-2024 – call on the New York State Legislature and Governor to mandate stop‑arms on all school buses and ban buses lacking functional stop‑arms
• Resolution Res 0250-2024 – joint resolution with the Committee on Education (subject tied to school‑bus safety)
• Oversight agenda item – upgrading school transportation services and rebidding contracts

Committee on Education

The Committee on Education will consider a local law amendment (T2024-2466) that requires the Department of Education to report on school bus transportation services employees. It will also consider a resolution (Int 0515-2024 / Res 0250-2024) urging the New York State Legislature and Governor to require stop‑arms on both sides of every school bus and to prohibit operation without functioning stop‑arms. The meeting includes oversight of upgrading school transportation services and rebidding related contracts, in coordination with the Committee on Contracts.

• Local Law T2024-2466: amendment to require DOE reporting on school bus transportation employees
• Resolution Int 0515-2024 / Res 0250-2024: urging state legislation for stop‑arms on all school buses
• Oversight discussion on upgrading school transportation services
• Discussion on rebidding school bus transportation contracts
• Joint consideration with the Committee on Contracts

Committee on Criminal Justice

The Committee on Criminal Justice will consider a series of Local Laws that amend the City Charter, Administrative Code, Plumbing Code, and Building Code to revise terms such as “inmate,” “prisoner,” and “incarcerated individual.” The agenda also includes measures on correction‑officer opioid‑antagonist training, extensions of a task force for transgender and non‑binary inmates, and new reporting and visitation requirements for the Department of Correction.

• Int 0151-2024 – Amend charter, administrative, plumbing, and building codes to update inmate‑related terminology
• Int 0206-2024 – Require correction officers to carry opioid antagonists on duty and receive related training
• Int 0152-2024 – Extend the minimum duration and update requirements for the task force on transgender, gender‑nonconforming, non‑binary, and intersex inmates
• Int 0735-2024-A – Require the Department of Correction to establish an online scheduling system for visits to incarcerated individuals
• Int 1027-2024 – Require people in custody and correction staff to have access to gender‑affirming items and medical devices

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will review several proposed local laws. These include changes to alternate‑side parking on Losar and Patriot Day, driver pay for electronically dispatched taxicab trips, and rules for leasing and operating for‑hire vehicles and commuter vans. The committee will vote on each item.

• Amend the code to suspend alternate side parking regulations on Losar (Int 0100-2024)
• Amend the code to suspend alternate side parking regulations on Patriot Day (Int 1021-2024)
• Amend the code to set taxicab driver pay for electronically dispatched trips (Int 0277-2024)
• Amend the code to establish maximum rates for leasing, rental, lease‑to‑own and conditional purchase of for‑hire vehicles (Int 0323-2024)
• Amend the code to allow commuter vans to accept street hails (Int 0939-2024)

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council will adopt the minutes from the September 12 meeting and review several land‑use call‑ups. It will approve a series of resolutions confirming the City Planning Commission’s decisions on MSK Pavilion zoning changes in Manhattan, as well as other rezoning and landmark actions across the city. The council will also consider local laws on solar installations, mental‑health resources, and a rat‑contraceptive pilot program.

• Resolution 0581-2024 LU 132 – approve ULURP No. C 240237 ZMM for MSK Pavilion zoning map amendment (Manhattan)
• Resolution 0582-2024 LU 133 – approve amendment N 240238 ZRM for MSK Pavilion zoning text (Manhattan)
• Resolution 0583-2024 LU 134 – approve special permit C 240235 ZSM for MSK Pavilion (Manhattan)
• Resolution 0586-2024 LU 137 – approve ULURP No. C 220080 ZMK for 150 Mill Street rezoning (Brooklyn)
• Resolution 0593-2024 LU 155 – disapprove revocable consent for sidewalk café at 6001 70th Avenue (Queens)

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

The Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts will consider a local law that would amend the city’s administrative code regarding the installation of solar photovoltaic systems on city‑owned property. The proposal, identified as Int. No. 353‑A, seeks to establish rules for placing solar panels on municipal sites. No other items are listed on the agenda.

• Local Law amendment (Int. No. 353‑A) to allow solar photovoltaic installations on city‑owned property

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction will consider three Local Laws that would require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to create and distribute mental health resource materials for pregnancy loss, expand parental mental health outreach, and launch a pilot postpartum support‑group program. It will also consider six resolutions urging New York State legislation on maternal mental health screening, insurance coverage, psychiatry fellowship programs, Medicaid reporting, and designating May as Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Local Law Int 0651-2024: require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to create and distribute materials identifying mental health resources for individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss.
• Local Law Int 0869-2024: require outreach and education regarding parental mental health resources.
• Local Law Int 0890-2024: implement a pilot program to establish postpartum support groups.
• Resolution Res 0402-2024: call on the State Legislature to mandate accredited psychiatry residency programs to offer a one‑year perinatal mental health fellowship.
• Resolution Res 0404-2024: call on the State Legislature to require Medicaid Managed Care Organizations to collect and report prenatal and postpartum depression screenings using HEDIS measures.

Committee on Aging

The Committee on Aging will hold an oversight hearing on the Community Care Plan. Members will consider a local law regarding naturally occurring retirement communities and a resolution concerning social service eligibility for individuals living with HIV.

• Oversight of Community Care Plan (T2024-2395)
• Int 1022-2024: Study on naturally occurring retirement communities and aging in place plan
• Res 0452-2024: Resolution to lower Older Americans Act service eligibility from 60 to 45 for people with HIV

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management is holding an oversight hearing on waste diversion. Members will consider several proposed local laws regarding recycling mandates and waste studies.

• Study on feasibility and environmental effects of a household textile recycling mandate (Int 0256-2024)
• Plan for proper disposal of rechargeable batteries for powered mobility devices (Int 0351-2024)
• Study of single-use plastics (Int 0695-2024)
• Updates to waste characterization studies (Int 0697-2024)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will hold an oversight hearing on TLC for-hire vehicles. The meeting includes proposed legislation regarding taxicab driver pay, vehicle leasing rates, and commuter van operations.

• Oversight hearing on TLC for-hire vehicles, commuter vans, and licensees
• Proposed Local Law to amend taxicab driver pay for electronically dispatched trips
• Proposed Local Law to establish maximum rates for for-hire vehicle leasing
• Proposed Local Law to allow commuter vans to accept street hails
• Proposed Local Law to increase violations needed to revoke commuter van authorization

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor will consider two local laws and a resolution. One local law (Int 0865-2024) would amend the city charter and administrative code concerning chief medical examiner records and reporting of workplace fatalities. Another local law (Int 0910-2024) would amend the administrative code to establish community hiring and compensation standards for city‑assisted housing development projects. The resolution (Res 0522-2024) calls on the New York State Legislature and Governor to pass and sign the Good Jobs Guarantee Act, which proposes workforce training programs and expanded employment opportunities.

• Local Law Int 0865-2024: amend charter and admin code on chief medical examiner records and workplace fatality reporting
• Local Law Int 0910-2024: amend admin code to set community hiring and compensation standards for city‑assisted housing projects
• Resolution Res 0522-2024: urge passage of the Good Jobs Guarantee Act (A.10225/S.9376) for workforce training and job creation

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection will consider Local Law Int 0865-2024, which proposes amendments to the New York City Charter and the Administrative Code concerning the chief medical examiner’s records of work‑related fatal injuries and the city’s reporting requirements for workplace fatalities. The committee will discuss the proposed changes to record‑keeping and reporting obligations.

• Amend NYC charter and administrative code to require chief medical examiner records and reporting on work‑related fatal injuries (Int 0865‑2024)

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Sanitation and Solid Waste Management Committee will review a proposed local law (Int 0736-2024) to establish a pilot program using rat contraceptives. The committee will discuss the details of the program and decide whether to advance the legislation.

• Local Law proposal (Int 0736-2024) to establish a rat contraceptive pilot program

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations is holding an oversight hearing. The discussion focuses on how libraries empower New Yorkers to become informed voters and engaged citizens.

• Oversight hearing: How Libraries Empower New Yorkers To Become Informed Voters and Engaged Citizens

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration will conduct oversight regarding the Mayoral Administration's compliance with Local Law 30 of 2017. The committee will also consider a local law to create an office of translation and interpretation within the office of immigrant affairs.

• Oversight of Mayoral Administration compliance with Local Law 30 of 2017
• Int 0215-2024: Proposal to establish an office of translation and interpretation within the office of immigrant affairs

Committee on Children and Youth

The Committee on Children and Youth will consider several local laws that amend the city’s administrative code. The proposals would require the administration for children’s services to provide annual reports on the number and placement of LGBTQ+ foster youth, conduct audits of foster care placement notices, and carry out experience surveys of LGBTQIA+ foster youth. These items are pre‑considered jointly with the Committee on Women and Gender Equity.

• T2024-2328 – Local Law to amend the administrative code for enhanced reporting on the child welfare system
• Int 0008-2024 – Local Law to require annual reports on the number and placement of LGBTQ+ foster youth
• Int 0056-2024 – Local Law to require an audit and report on foster care placement notices
• Int 0081-2024 – Local Law to require LGBTQIA+ foster youth experience surveys

Committee on Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider several water‑safety measures. It will vote on a local law to add an interactive map of city swimming pools to the administrative code. The committee will also review proposals for a junior lifeguard corps, a school water‑safety material distribution plan, and a resolution recognizing International Water Safety Day.

• Local Law T2024-2426 – amend the administrative code to require an interactive map of city swimming pools
• Local Law Int 0988-2024 – study the feasibility of creating a junior lifeguard corps
• Local Law Int 1059-2024 – amend the administrative code to distribute water‑safety materials in schools
• Resolution Res 0469-2024 – recognize May 15 as International Water Safety Day
• Oversight discussion on best practices to prevent drownings at the city’s beaches and pools

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

The Committee on Women and Gender Equity is holding an oversight hearing on the needs of LGBTQ+ youth in the child welfare system. The body will also consider four local laws regarding reporting and audits of foster care placements and youth experience surveys.

• Oversight on LGBTQ+ youth in the child welfare system
• Int 0008-2024: Enhanced reporting on the child welfare system
• Int 0056-2024: Annual reporting on number and placement of LGBTQ+ foster youth
• Int 0081-2024: Audit and report on foster care placement notices
• T2024-2477: LGBTQIA+ foster youth experience surveys

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use will consider several applications submitted by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for the MSK Pavilion project in Manhattan, including a rezoning from R8 to R9, an amendment to the Zoning Resolution for a large‑scale community facility, and a special permit to modify height, setbacks, and lot coverage. The agenda also includes a request to cancel a restrictive declaration tied to earlier approvals and a revocable consent to build a 24‑foot pedestrian bridge over East 67th Street. Additional items are rezoning and sidewalk‑café consents in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens.

• Application C 240237 ZMM – rezoning of MSK Pavilion from R8 to R9 District, Manhattan
• Application N 240238 ZRM – amendment of the Zoning Resolution for the MSK Pavilion large‑scale community facility
• Application C 240235 ZSM – special permit to modify height, setbacks, and lot‑coverage requirements for the MSK Pavilion
• Application M 240240 LDM – cancellation of a restrictive declaration associated with prior MSK Pavilion approvals
• Application C 240236 GFM – revocable consent to construct a 24‑foot pedestrian bridge over East 67th Street for the MSK Pavilion