New York public meetings in 2023

City Council Stated Meeting

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

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

Committee on Immigration

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

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

Committee on Veterans

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

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

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

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

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

Committee on Parks and Recreation

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

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

Committee on Public Safety

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

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

Committee on Criminal Justice

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

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

Committee on Contracts

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

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

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

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

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

Committee on Finance

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

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

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

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

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

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

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

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

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

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

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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

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

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

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

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

Committee on General Welfare

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

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

Committee on Land Use

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

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

Committee on Education

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

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

Committee on Technology

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

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

Committee on Education

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

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

Committee on General Welfare

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

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

Committee on State and Federal Legislation

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

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

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

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

• Land Use Calendar review

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

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

Committee on Small Business

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

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

Committee on Economic Development

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

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

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

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

• Oversight hearing on reducing carbon emissions from government operations

Committee on Land Use

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

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

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

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

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

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

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

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

Committee on Aging

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

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

Committee on Finance

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

• Oversight of Mayor's November Financial Plan

Committee on General Welfare

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

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

Committee on Veterans

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

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

Committee on Housing and Buildings

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

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

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

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

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

Committee on Health

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

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

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

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

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

City Council Stated Meeting

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

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

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

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

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

Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency and Waterfronts

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

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

Committee on Higher Education

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

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

Committee on Housing and Buildings

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

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

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

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

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

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

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

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

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

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

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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

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

Committee on Women and Gender Equity

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

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

Committee on Technology

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

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

Committee on Public Housing

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

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

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

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

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

Committee on Higher Education

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

• Oversight hearing on CUNY Reconnect (T2023-4270)

Committee on Veterans

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

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

Committee on Criminal Justice

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

• Oversight hearing on alternatives to detention and incarceration

Committee on Education

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

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

Committee on Immigration

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

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

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

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

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

Committee on Aging

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

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

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

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

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

Committee on Youth Services

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

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

Committee on Technology

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

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

Committee on Governmental Operations

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

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

Committee on Land Use

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

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

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

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

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

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

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

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

Committee on Health

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

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

Committee on Hospitals

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

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

Committee on Aging

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

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

Committee on General Welfare

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

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

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

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

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

City Council Stated Meeting

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

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

Committee on Economic Development

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

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

Committee on Governmental Operations

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

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

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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

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

Committee on Aging

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

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

Committee on General Welfare

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

• Oversight hearing on the Percent for Art Program

City Council Stated Meeting

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

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

Committee on Finance

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

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

Committee on Immigration

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

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

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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

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

Committee on Civil and Human Rights

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

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

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

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

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

Committee on Land Use

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

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

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

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

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

Committee on Public Safety

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

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

Committee on Technology

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

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

Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations

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

• Oversight hearing on the Percent for Art Program update

Committee on Housing and Buildings

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

• Oversight hearing on preparing for heat season

Committee on Health

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

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

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

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

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

Committee on Fire and Emergency Management

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

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

Committee on Public Safety

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

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

Committee on Contracts

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

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

Committee on Health

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

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

Committee on Hospitals

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

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

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee held an oversight hearing on the Streets Plan Update (T2023-4005). It also conducted hearings on six local law introductions and subsequently laid each over for further consideration. No votes or final approvals were recorded.

• Oversight hearing on Streets Plan Update T2023-4005 held (no vote)
• Int 0261-2022 hearing held; later laid over by committee
• Int 0738-2022 hearing held; later laid over by committee
• Int 0885-2023 hearing held; later laid over by committee
• Int 1026-2023 hearing held; later laid over by committee
• Int 1164-2023 hearing on P-C item held; later P-C item laid over by committee

Committee on Oversight and Investigations

The Committee on Oversight and Investigations held hearings on several local laws regarding street safety, parking penalties, and a bus depot in Flushing. All introduced legislation was laid over by the committee following the hearings.

• Laid over Int 0261-2022 regarding curb extensions at dangerous intersections
• Laid over Int 0738-2022 regarding traffic enforcement agent placement in roadway safety plans
• Laid over Int 0885-2023 regarding automatic waiver of parking violation penalties
• Laid over Int 1026-2023 regarding a task force for a Flushing, Queens bus depot
• Laid over Int 1164-2023 regarding an investment roadmap for the streets master plan

Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management

The Sanitation and Solid Waste Management Committee conducted an oversight hearing on DSNY’s street‑cleanliness initiatives. It also held hearings on six local law introductions covering grease‑tracking, dumping enforcement, littering penalties, emergency resiliency plans, sidewalk cleanliness routing, and removal of abandoned vehicles. Each bill was laid over by the committee, and no votes or approvals were recorded.

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education held an oversight hearing regarding humanities as a viable academic path for CUNY students. The oversight was filed by the committee.

• Held oversight hearing on humanities as a viable academic path for CUNY students
• Filed oversight T2023-3928

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises approved motions to file two land use applications regarding the rezoning of 1233 57th Street in Brooklyn. Several other rezoning applications in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx were laid over.

• Approved filing of 1233 57th Street Rezoning map amendment from R5 to R6A (7-0)
• Approved filing of 1233 57th Street Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area amendment (7-0)
• Laid over 2761 Plumb 2nd Street Rezoning
• Laid over 42-18 31st Avenue Rezoning map amendment
• Laid over 42-18 31st Avenue Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area amendment
• Laid over 125 Greaves Lane rezoning
• Laid over South Richmond Zoning Relief
• Laid over 1460-1480 Sheridan Boulevard rezoning and MIH area amendments

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection held hearings on two introductions regarding unlicensed cannabis retailers. Both items were laid over by the committee following the hearings.

• Int 0995-2023 (public awareness campaign on unlicensed cannabis retailers) laid over
• Int 1010-2023 (311 complaint category for unlicensed cannabis retailers) laid over

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use approved a special permit for Madison Square Garden and an arena text amendment. The committee also approved a rezoning and special permit for a proposed 11-story building at 893 Eagle Avenue in the Bronx.

• Approved Arena Text Amendment (N 230240 ZRM) with modifications and referred to CPC (10-0)
• Approved Madison Square Garden Special Permit (C 230238 ZSM) for 22,000 seat capacity with modifications and referred to CPC (10-0)
• Approved 893 Eagle Avenue Rezoning map amendment (C 220334 ZMX) from R6 to R7-2 District with companion resolution (10-0)
• Approved 893 Eagle Avenue Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area amendment (N 220335 ZRX) with companion resolution (10-0)
• Approved 893 Eagle Avenue special permit (C 220336 ZSX) for 11-story building with companion resolution (10-0)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises approved several land use applications, including a special permit for Madison Square Garden and a rezoning for 893 Eagle Avenue. Two applications were approved with modifications and referred to the City Planning Commission, while three related to the Bronx project were approved.

• Approved with modifications and referred to CPC: Arena Text Amendment (N 230240 ZRM) (6-0)
• Approved with modifications and referred to CPC: Madison Square Garden Special Permit for 22,000 seat capacity (C 230238 ZSM) (6-0)
• Approved: 893 Eagle Avenue Rezoning from R6 to R7-2 District (C 220334 ZMX) (6-0)
• Approved: 893 Eagle Avenue Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area amendment (N 220335 ZRX) (6-0)
• Approved: 893 Eagle Avenue special permit for 11-story non-profit building (C 220336 ZSX) (6-0)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The committee held an oversight hearing regarding congestion pricing and the MTA’s fiscal future. A resolution requesting an Environmental Impact Study for the QueensLink project was laid over by the committee.

• Filed oversight on Congestion Pricing and the MTA’s Fiscal Future
• Laid over Resolution 0390-2022 regarding QueensLink Environmental Impact Study

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare and the Committee on Immigration held a joint oversight hearing regarding the Mayor's 60-day shelter stay limit for adult migrants. The oversight was filed by the committee.

• Held oversight hearing on Mayor's 60-day shelter stay limit for adult migrants

Committee on Immigration

The Committee on Immigration, jointly with the Committee on General Welfare, held an oversight hearing regarding the Mayor's 60-day shelter stay limit for adult migrants. The oversight was filed by the committee.

• Held oversight hearing on Mayor's 60-day shelter stay limit for adult migrants
• Filed oversight T2023-3870

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee held hearings for five land use applications regarding rezoning and special permits in the Bronx and Brooklyn. All five applications were subsequently laid over by the Subcommittee.

• Laid over 893 Eagle Avenue Rezoning map amendment (C 220334 ZMX)
• Laid over 893 Eagle Avenue Rezoning Mandatory Inclusionary Housing amendment (N 220335 ZRX)
• Laid over 893 Eagle Avenue special permit for 11-story building (C 220336 ZSX)
• Laid over 1233 57th Street Rezoning map amendment (C 230117 ZMK)
• Laid over 1233 57th Street Rezoning Mandatory Inclusionary Housing amendment (N 230118 ZRK)

City Council Stated Meeting

The Council approved a local law to create a permanent outdoor dining program for sidewalk and roadway cafes. Several laws regarding lead-based paint remediation and homeowner advocacy were also passed. A rezoning application for 893 Eagle Avenue was referred to the Committee on Land Use.

• Approved permanent outdoor dining program for sidewalk and roadway cafes (34-11)
• Approved law regarding lead-based paint investigation records (38-7)
• Approved law regarding lead-based paint remediation in multiple dwellings (38-7)
• Approved creation of an office of the homeowner advocate (Consent Roll Call)
• Approved elimination of permit/filing fees for green building projects on 1-3 family homes (Consent Roll Call)
• Approved proactive inspection of dwellings where children are at risk of lead poisoning (Consent Roll Call)
• Approved funding designation changes for organizations in the Expense Budget (Consent Roll Call)
• Referred 893 Eagle Avenue Rezoning to the Committee on Land Use (45-5)

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use approved a zoning map amendment and a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area for the Ocean Crest project in Queens. The committee also approved the designation of the Linden Street Historic District in Brooklyn and the (Former) Colored School No. 4 in Manhattan.

• Approved Ocean Crest Rezoning map amendment from R4-1 to R6A District (10-0)
• Approved Ocean Crest Rezoning Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area (10-0)
• Approved Linden Street Historic District designation (10-0)
• Approved (Former) Colored School No. 4 designation at 128 West 17th Street (10-0)

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings approved four amended local laws. These measures address lead-based paint investigations and remediation, the creation of a homeowner advocate office, and the elimination of certain green building fees.

• Approved Int 0005-2022-A regarding lead-based paint investigation records (7-1)
• Approved Int 0006-2022-A regarding lead-based paint remediation in multiple dwellings (7-1)
• Approved Int 0384-2022-A creating an office of the homeowner advocate within HPD (8-0)
• Approved Int 0689-2022-A eliminating permit/filing fees for green building projects on 1-3 family homes (8-0)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises approved two land use applications for the Ocean Crest project in Queens. These actions change the zoning map and establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area.

• Approved Application C 230041 ZMQ to change Zoning Map Section 31a from R4-1 to R6A in Queens Community District 14 (8-0)
• Approved Application N 230042 ZRQ to modify Appendix F and establish a Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area in Queens Community District 14 (8-0)

Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection

The Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection approved Proposed Int. No. 31-C. This legislation amends the city charter and administrative code regarding licenses and revocable consents for sidewalk and roadway cafes to establish a permanent outdoor dining program.

• Approved Proposed Int. No. 31-C regarding permanent outdoor dining program (7-1)

Committee on Finance

The Committee on Finance approved Resolution 0726-2023. This resolution approves new designations and changes to existing designations for organizations receiving funding in the Expense Budget.

• Approved Res 0726-2023 regarding funding designations in the Expense Budget (14-0)

Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure approved Int 0289-2022-A. This local law would require the Department of Transportation to develop a map of bicycle infrastructure conditions.

• Approved Int 0289-2022-A requiring a map of bicycle infrastructure conditions (10-0)

Committee on Higher Education

The Committee on Higher Education approved Resolution 0237-2022-A. This resolution calls on the Governor and New York State Legislature to pass the Fair College Admissions Act, which would ban legacy admissions preferences at undergraduate institutions in New York State.

• Approved Resolution 0237-2022-A calling for the prohibition of legacy admissions preferences (5-0)

Committee on Civil Service and Labor

The Committee on Civil Service and Labor approved two resolutions supporting entertainment industry workers. These resolutions call for fair contracts for members of the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists.

• Approved Res 0694-2023-A calling for fair contract negotiations for Writers Guild of America members (9-0)
• Approved Res 0729-2023 expressing support for striking SAG-AFTRA members (9-0)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The subcommittee held hearings for two land use applications. Both applications were subsequently laid over by the subcommittee.

• LU 0239-2023 laid over by subcommittee
• LU 0240-2023 laid over by subcommittee

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions approved the historic district designation for Linden Street in Brooklyn and the individual designation of the (Former) Colored School No. 4 in Manhattan.

• Approved historic district designation of Linden Street Historic District (7-0)
• Approved designation of (Former) Colored School No. 4 at 128 West 17th Street (7-0)

Committee on Land Use

The Committee on Land Use approved several zoning amendments and a new primary school site. Two applications regarding the Ocean Crest Rezoning were laid over. All approved items passed with 10 affirmative votes and 3 absent members.

• Approved rezoning of 7120 New Utrecht Avenue from R5 to C4-4L District (10-0)
• Approved establishing Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area at 7120 New Utrecht Avenue (10-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1160 Flushing Avenue from M1-1 to M1-5 District with modifications (10-0)
• Approved amendment to Designated Open Space boundaries at 56 William Avenue (10-0)
• Approved site selection for a 696-seat primary school at 120-08 Jamaica Avenue (10-0)
• Laid over Ocean Crest Rezoning map amendment (C 230041 ZMQ)
• Laid over Ocean Crest Rezoning Mandatory Inclusionary Housing amendment (N 230042 ZRQ)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises approved several land use applications, including rezoning for 7120 New Utrecht Avenue and 56 William Avenue. One application for 1160 Flushing Avenue was approved with modifications. Two applications regarding Ocean Crest Rezoning were laid over.

• Approved 7120 New Utrecht Avenue rezoning from R5 to C4-4L (7-0)
• Approved 7120 New Utrecht Avenue Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area (7-0)
• Approved 1160 Flushing Avenue rezoning from M1-1 to M1-5 with modifications and referred to CPC (7-0)
• Approved 56 William Avenue amendment to Designated Open Space boundaries (7-0)
• Laid over Ocean Crest Rezoning map amendment from R4-1 to R6A
• Laid over Ocean Crest Rezoning Mandatory Inclusionary Housing area

Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions

The Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings and Dispositions approved a land use application for a new primary school facility. The project is located at 120-08 Jamaica Avenue in Queens.

• Approved site selection for approximately 696-seat primary school at 120-08 Jamaica Avenue (5-0, with 2 absent)

Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises

The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises held hearings for two land use applications. Both the Arena Text Amendment and the Madison Square Garden Special Permit were laid over by the Subcommittee.

• Arena Text Amendment (N 230240 ZRM) laid over
• Madison Square Garden Special Permit (C 230238 ZSM) laid over

City Council Stated Meeting

The City Council overrode mayoral vetoes regarding rental assistance vouchers and eligibility. The Council also approved laws concerning civil service exams for justice-involved individuals and gender identity reporting in corrections.

• Overrode mayoral veto of Int 0229-2022-A regarding monthly rental assistance payments (42-8)
• Overrode mayoral veto of Int 0878-2023-A regarding shelter residency requirements for rental vouchers (42-8)
• Approved Int 0645-2022-B regarding civil service examinations for justice-involved individuals
• Approved Int 0887-2023-B regarding gender identity reporting for persons in Department of Correction custody
• Approved Land Use Call-Up for Madison Square Garden Special Permit (47-0, 3 non-voting)
• Adopted minutes from June 8 and June 22, 2023 meetings

Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction

The Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction approved four amended local laws. These measures address reporting on involuntary removals, mental health provider maps, crisis respite centers, and clubhouses for individuals with serious mental illness.

• Approved Int 1018-2023-A regarding reporting on involuntary removals (8-0)
• Approved Int 1019-2023-A regarding maintenance of an interactive map of mental health service providers (8-0)
• Approved Int 1021-2023-A regarding the establishment of crisis respite centers (8-0)
• Approved Int 1022-2023-A regarding the establishment of clubhouses for individuals with serious mental illness (8-0)

Committee on Housing and Buildings

The Committee on Housing and Buildings approved Int 0193-2022-A. This local law amends the administrative code of the city of New York concerning lead-based paint hazards in the common areas of dwellings.

• Approved Int 0193-2022-A (8-1)

Committee on General Welfare

The Committee on General Welfare approved three introductions to amend the city administrative code concerning rental assistance vouchers and eligibility. The committee also voted to file three separate veto messages from the Mayor regarding these same items.

• Approved Int 0229-2022-A regarding monthly rental assistance payments (10-0)
• Approved Int 0878-2023-A prohibiting shelter residency requirements for rental vouchers (10-0)
• Approved Int 0893-2023-A expanding rental assistance eligibility for those at risk of eviction or homelessness (10-0)
• Filed Mayor's veto message M 0163-2023 regarding Int 0229-2022-A (10-0)
• Filed Mayor's veto message M 0164-2023 regarding Int 0878-2023-A (10-0)
• Filed Mayor's veto message M 0165-2023 regarding Int 0893-2023-A (10-0)