City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council voted for its leadership and committee assignments.
“I am proud of the City Council’s Leadership and committee assignments. We continue our legacy as the most diverse Council in New York City history, and each member’s diverse experiences and expertise will shape the priorities that are truly reflective of what our communities need,” said Speaker Adrienne Adams. “While there is much more work to be done, we can build on our foundation of prioritizing women and working families and uplifting the communities that have historically lacked access to critical resources. Together, we can continue investing holistically in our communities so that all New Yorkers can access equitable opportunities and resources that will keep us healthy and safe. I am confident that the members of our committees will help us fulfill our duty to carry out the Council’s charter-mandated oversight and legislative responsibilities at such a critical moment for our city.”
LEADERSHIP
Adams (Speaker)
Ayala (Deputy Speaker)
Farías (Majority Leader)
Brooks-Powers (Majority Whip)
Borelli (Minority Leader)
Vernikov (Minority Whip)
Brannan
Powers
Rivera
Salamanca
Ung
COMMITTEES
AGING
Hudson, Chair
Banks
Lee
Mealy
Salaam
Schulman
Zhuang
“I am honored to continue serving as Chair of the Council’s Committee on Aging,” said Council Member Crystal Hudson. “I came into this role with a mission to make New York City a more age-friendly place for all people, expanding access to available resources and services, increasing infrastructural accessibility, protecting older tenants, and fighting for the investments that provide for our older neighbors. I’m proud to be a part of this governing body, one that has demonstrated its commitment to improving the lives of older New Yorkers, passing my #AgeInPlaceNYC legislative package that does everything from expand Right to Counsel to all older adults to requiring all city-funded developments incorporate universal design principles. I look forward to continuing my work for the next two years and advancing legislation that will guarantee all New Yorkers are afforded the opportunity to age in place in the city they call home with the dignity and respect we all deserve.”
CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS
Williams, Chair
Joseph
Marte
Riley
Salamanca
“I am grateful and honored to continue leading the Committee on Civil and Human Rights for this session,” said Council Member Nantasha Williams. “As Chair, my commitment is unwavering – I aim to ensure that the agencies under my purview, EEPC and CCHR, are not just supported, but properly funded. It’s crucial that they have the resources needed to carry out their vital missions effectively and uphold the principles of justice, equality, and human rights in our city.”
CIVIL SERVICE AND LABOR
De La Rosa, Chair
Bottcher
Cabán
Dinowitz
Feliz
Hanks
Menin
Moya
Salaam
“Serving our great city as the representative for District 10 and the Chair of the Committee on Civil Service and Labor has been an immense honor, and I am proud to continue serving in those capacities in this new term,” said Council Member Carmen De La Rosa. “This chairship has allowed for a robust partnership with organized labor aimed to uplift working-class New Yorkers, and I will continue to affirm the need for life-sustaining wages, better working conditions, and the protection of unionization drives and union jobs. We had begun our work reforming civil service to increase its accessibility and foster a more diverse, equitable, and sustainable municipal workforce — we are proud to advance those goals, removing obstacles that have hindered our ability to retain strong staffing across agencies. I thank Speaker Adams for her steadfast leadership and support and look forward to our partnerships to improve the lives of our working-class.”
CONSUMER AND WORKER PROTECTION
Menin, Chair
Abreu
Brewer
Farías
Krishnan
Ossé
Won
“As a former attorney that practiced consumer protection law and Commissioner of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, I am honored to be appointed Chair of the Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection,” said Council Member Julie Menin. “During my tenure as Commissioner, I was able to increase consumer restitution by 70%, cut onerous fines in half on small businesses, bring investigations against companies harming consumers, implement the City Council’s Paid Sick Leave Law, and launch the Earned Income Tax Credit initiative. I thank Speaker Adams for entrusting me with this chairmanship and I look forward to supporting her vision of providing workers, unions and consumers with the protections New Yorkers deserve.”
CONTRACTS
Won, Chair
Bottcher
Nurse
Stevens
Vernikov
“I am grateful to remain Chair of the Contracts Committee,” said Council Member Julie Won. “With more than 20% of our annual budget spent on contracts, I have been laser-focused on providing close oversight to eliminate waste and fraud, as well as modernizing our outdated contracting practices. In my first term, I led the Contracts Committee to thoroughly examine billions of dollars in City spending on food, housing, and other services for over 170,000 asylum seekers to ensure quality care at fair costs; while at the same time, I have been working with the administration and human service providers to streamline our procurement process. As our City continues to balance a tight fiscal budget, I will continue to be a watchdog over city resources and budget to make sure our tax payer dollars are well spent to help the most vulnerable New Yorkers.”
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Nurse, Chair
Abreu
Ayala
Cabán
Hanif
Marte
Narcisse
Restler
Stevens
CULTURAL AFFAIRS, LIBRARIES, AND INTERNATIONAL INTERGROUP RELATIONS
Rivera, Chair
Carr
Hanif
Hanks
Hudson
Louis
Ossé
Williams
Ung
“Through my time in office, I have been dedicated to nurturing art and culture in my district – a community rich with creativity and achievement,” said Council Member Carlina Rivera. “Access to art and culture is linked to wellbeing, improved quality of life, and safer neighborhoods. I am grateful to be selected as Chair of the Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations, and look forward to continued work with colleagues to bolster the arts sector and protect vital public resources for families.”
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Farías, Chair
Avilés
Bottcher
Gutiérrez
Riley
Salamanca
Vernikov
“I am excited to be reappointed as the Chair of the Committee on Economic Development,” said Majority Leader Amanda Farías. “In the last two years alone, the committee made historic strides, passing first-of-its-kind legislation from codifying the NYC Ferry discount program to enacting the industrial development strategic plan. Economic development continues to be at the center of our city’s success and plays a major role in the health and wellness of our local communities. When I was first appointed, I was the first Latino, woman, and Bronxite to serve in this role. As I continue into my second term as Chair, I will continue in this role to make sure all five boroughs have a voice in how jobs are created and how public dollars are allocated.”
EDUCATION
Joseph, Chair
Dinowitz
Gutiérrez
Hanif
Hanks
Krishnan
Lee
Louis
Narcisse
Sanchez
Schulman
Stevens
“As a forever educator, with over two decades of experience in the New York City Public School system, I am honored to be reappointed as Chair of the Committee on Education,” said Council Member Rita Joseph. “I look forward to bringing my wealth of firsthand knowledge and profound understanding of the challenges and opportunities within our education system. I will continue to advocate passionately for policies that resonate with the needs of our students and educators and leverage my extensive experience to drive meaningful change, ensuring that all of our schools become pillars of excellence, and equity for every child in New York City.”
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, RESILIENCY, AND WATERFRONTS
Gennaro, Chair
Avilés
Brannan
Holden
Marmorato
Nurse
Restler
Salamanca
Zhuang
“I am deeply honored and most grateful to Speaker Adrienne Adams and my Council colleagues for entrusting me with the critically important role as Chair of the Committee on Environmental Protection, Resiliency, & Waterfronts once again,” said Council Member James F. Gennaro. “Speaker Adams has an expansive and aspirational vision for how the Council can be a national leader on climate change, clean air and water, increased resiliency regarding street flooding from severe storms, and resilient waterfronts to repel storm surge. The Speaker is also deeply committed to environmental justice and climate justice and ensuring that heretofore marginalized communities are given priority regarding the opportunities and prosperity that the City’s burgeoning green economy will offer. I salute the Speaker’s bold vision, and I pledge to use my many decades of environmental policymaking experience to fulfill her vision to make our city a beacon to cities across the country on their respective journeys towards sustainability, climate justice, and prosperous green economies.”
FINANCE
Brannan, Chair
Ayala
Brewer
Brooks-Powers
Farías
Hanks
Hudson
Louis
Moya
Ossé
Powers
Salaam
Sanchez
Stevens
Williams
Won
“Overseeing the largest municipal budget in the country is not for the faint of heart,” said Council Member Justin Brannan. “New Yorkers pay plenty of taxes and rightfully expect to see a tangible return on their investment. Under the leadership of Speaker Adams, I will continue using my position to ensure our city delivers for all hardworking New Yorkers – especially those who have felt overlooked, ignored, and shut out of their government. We all deserve to live in a safe, clean, fair, and thriving city where nobody slips through the cracks. As Chairman of the Committee on Finance, my charge is to make sure we are forecasting without bias, allocating wisely, saving to safeguard our city’s financial future, and fortifying the social safety net for our neighbors who need it most. I thank Speaker Adams for once again entrusting me with this enormous responsibility.”
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Ariola, Chair
De La Rosa
Feliz
Gennaro
Riley
Schulman
Yeger
Zhuang
“I’m honored to have been appointed as Chair of the Fire and Emergency Management Committee once again,” said Council Member Joann Ariola. “We’ve done a lot of great things in the last term, and I am looking forward to ensuring that our first responders have all of the resources that they need to uphold public safety in the future. One of the greatest honors of my career has been to advocate for members of the FDNY – men and women who give selflessly of themselves each and every day to protect our city and its residents. I promise to continue that advocacy in the next term.”
GENERAL WELFARE
Ayala, Chair
Avilés
Banks
Cabán
Ossé
Restler
Riley
Stevens
Ung
“It is an honor to continue serving in leadership for our historic women-majority Council as Deputy Speaker, and I look forward to continuing our work to deliver for all New Yorkers, and especially for our historically underserved communities, women, and working families,” said Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala. “Whether it’s by confronting the racial disparities in maternal health outcomes or removing barriers to access CityFHEPS rental housing assistance, which helped me achieve stability as a single mother 30 years ago, our experiences have led us to open pathways to self-sufficiency. I look forward to continuing building on what we’ve accomplished, and securing even more of what New Yorkers need to succeed.”
GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATION
Restler, Chair
Brewer
Carr
Gennaro
Gutiérrez
Hanif
Paladino
Schulman
Vernikov
“I’m grateful for this opportunity from Speaker Adams to chair the Committee on Governmental Operations, State and Federal Legislation,” said Council Member Lincoln Restler. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to bring more rigorous oversight to the Mayor’s management of our city and fighting for the state and federal support New Yorkers deserve.”
HEALTH
Schulman, Chair
Ariola
De La Rosa
Feliz
Gennaro
Marmorato
Menin
Narcisse
Vernikov
Yeger
Zhuang
“I am deeply honored and grateful to Speaker Adrienne Adams and my fellow council members for reappointing me as Chair of the Health Committee,” said Council Member Lynn Schulman. “It is a privilege to continue leading our efforts in advancing public health initiatives and addressing critical healthcare issues in our city. With the unanimous approval of all 51 members, I am eager to collaborate and build on the progress we’ve made for the well-being of all New Yorkers.”
HIGHER EDUCATION
Dinowitz, Chair
Bottcher
Brewer
Feliz
Marte
“I’m thrilled to be entrusted once again with the role of Chair of the Committee on Higher Education,” said Council Member Eric Dinowitz. “This reappointment is not just a nod to our past accomplishments, but a leap into an exciting future for students across our great city. I would like to thank Speaker Adams for recognizing the vital work we’ve accomplished together. Steering the course of CUNY, our city’s engine of upward mobility, has been a rewarding journey. As we embark on a new session, I’m eager to infuse creativity, innovation, and unwavering dedication into our mission.”
HOSPITALS
Narcisse, Chair
Brooks-Powers
Gutiérrez
Marmorato
Moya
Paladino
Rivera
“I am honored to continue serving as the Chair of the Hospitals Committee of the New York City Council and using my experience as a registered nurse to make a meaningful impact on our city’s healthcare system,” said Council Member Mercedes Narcisse. “I extend my immense gratitude to Speaker Adrienne Adams for her confidence in me. I look forward to continuing our tireless efforts to enhance the quality of care in our hospitals, support our invaluable healthcare workers and ensure that every New Yorker has access to the best possible medical care and services.”
HOUSING AND BUILDINGS
Sanchez, Chair
Abreu
Avilés
Dinowitz
Feliz
Hudson
Restler
“I am honored to be re-appointed by Speaker Adrienne Adams and my colleagues on the NYC Council to chair the Council Committee on Housing and Buildings, as the impacts of the housing crisis continue to reverberate through our communities,” said Council Member Pierina Sanchez. “With buildings collapsing, fires raging, eviction rates soaring and our city not building enough, the work to stabilize New Yorkers in their homes has never been more important. I look forward to continuing the important work of the committee’s oversight and legislative functions to protect tenants, support home ownership, and ensure NYC rehabilitates and builds homes for the next generation.”
IMMIGRATION
Avilés, Chair
Bottcher
Brewer
De La Rosa
Hanif
Joseph
Krishnan
LAND USE
Salamanca, Chair
Abreu
Borelli
Brooks-Powers
Farías
Hanks
Hudson
Moya
Riley
Rivera
Sanchez
“I am honored that I have been asked to continue serving as the Chair of the New York City Council’s Land Use Committee!” said Council Member Rafael Salamanca, Jr. “Thank you to Speaker Adrienne Adams and all of my City Council colleagues for your vote of confidence — entrusting me to continue fulfilling this position for the betterment of our great City. I look forward to this new Session and am left with no doubt of the great work that my colleagues and I will accomplish together.”
MENTAL HEALTH, DISABILITIES, AND ADDICTION
Lee, Chair
Abreu
Bottcher
Cabán
Hanif
Louis
Marmarato
Mealy
“Improving treatment options through evidenced-based solutions and expanding access to much-needed supportive services will ensure New York City overcomes the ongoing mental health crisis,” said Council Member Linda Lee. “New Yorkers are resilient, but this City Council must ensure that we put forth every resource available to solve the deeply rooted challenges our communities face when addressing their mental well-being. I am proud of the work we have accomplished so far with the Mental Health Roadmap, and I am excited to continue the work ahead under the leadership of Speaker Adrienne Adams as Chair of the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities, and Addictions to create positive outcomes and a brighter future for families across our city.”
OVERSIGHT AND INVESTIGATIONS
Brewer, Chair
Ayala
Banks
Joseph
Krishnan
Restler
Williams
Won
Yeger
“The committee on Oversight and Investigations has a far-reaching mandate to examine the mayoral administration, its policies, and delivery of city services,” said Council Member Gale A. Brewer. “I’m eager to continue prodding and reacting with help from committee staff and the Oversight and Investigations Division, a team of professional investigators and attorneys who perform at a very high level. Government is paid for by the taxpayers and it should be responsive to them, but it often isn’t. As chair, I will continue to focus on topics that change policy and the ways government can be improved.”
PARKS AND RECREATION
Krishnan, Chair
Carr
Holden
Lee
Menin
Narcisse
Paladino
Ung
“It is an honor to continue serving as Chair of the Committee on Parks and Recreation,” said Council Member Shekar Krishnan. “I thank Speaker Adams for her leadership and dedication to this critical issue. Parks, playgrounds and pools are vital for addressing our city’s challenges, from public health to climate change to water safety. I’m proud to have worked with parks advocates to negotiate the highest-ever budget for NYC Parks in history and to have saved the Parks Opportunity Program from the Mayor’s cuts. Under Speaker Adams’s leadership, I’m ready to keep fighting for our parks.”
PUBLIC HOUSING
Banks, Chair
Avilés
Bottcher
Brannan
Mealy
Ossé
Salamanca
Sanchez
Won
“Over a decade and a half ago, I started my work in public service as a grassroots tenant and community organizer going door to door in NYCHA properties organizing tenants and teaching them how to fight for fair housing,” said Council Member Chris Banks. “To be selected today as Chair of the New York City Council’s Public Housing Committee is a true honor, and a humbling experience. I look forward to bringing my experience, passion, advocacy, and commitment to the New York City Council as I work with NYCHA residents and other stakeholders to identify solutions and address their many concerns as I continue the fight for fairness and dignity in New York City’s public housing developments. I am truly excited to begin this next chapter of public service and continue fighting to make a positive impact on the lives of New York City’s public housing residents.”
PUBLIC SAFETY
Salaam, Chair
Ariola
Ayala
Cabán
De La Rosa
Holden
Joseph
Marte
Ossé
Rivera
Stevens
Yeger
“It is my honor to serve as newly appointed chair of the Committee on Public Safety,” said Council Member Yusef Salaam. “As New Yorkers, we know all too well that our city needs public safety measures that will not only hold its violators accountable, but also will emphasize restorative justice measures. This includes but is not limited to getting illegal guns off the streets and holding law enforcement to the highest standards of accountability. As chair of the Committee of Public Safety of New York City, I pledge to work with my colleagues across the justice system to ensure that New York remains the gold standard of hopes, dreams, and aspirations for all those who seek it.”
RULES, PRIVILEGES, AND ELECTIONS
Powers, Chair
Adams
Ayala
Brannan
Borelli
Brewer
Brooks-Powers
Farías
Hudson
Salamanca
Sanchez
“I look forward to continuing my work as Chair of the Committee on Rules, Privileges, and Elections,” said Council Member Keith Powers. “The committee is integral to ensuring the Council can conduct its business effectively as we begin a new session and confront several challenging issues. From transportation to housing to healthcare, it is essential that we ensure experienced leadership is present at every level of city government.”
SANITATION AND SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Abreu, Chair
Banks
Carr
Gennaro
Menin
Nurse
Paladino
Salamanca
Ung
Vernikov
Yeger
Zhuang
“There is nothing more important to me than the health and well-being of my neighbors in Uptown Manhattan and across our great city,” said Council Member Shaun Abreu. “That’s why I have spent the last two years focused on delivering basic sanitation services the right way: containerizing waste and removing mountains of trash bags from our streets and schools, developing strategies to mitigate rat infestations in Harlem and other historically underserved communities, and holding building owners accountable for failing to fix unhygienic living conditions. Today is a continuation of this vital work. I am honored that Speaker Adams has entrusted me to lead the Committee on Sanitation and Waste Management. For far too long, we’ve asked New Yorkers to just accept that we live in a dirty city—with all the smells, litter, and pollution that come with it. I am getting right to work building clean, green, rodent-free communities where all New Yorkers can live with dignity and pride.”
SMALL BUSINESS
Feliz, Chair
Bottcher
Brooks-Powers
Krishnan
Paladino
Ung
Zhuang
“Small businesses provide local jobs, make communities vibrant, and provide pathways to economic mobility, said Council Member Oswald Feliz. “As representative of District 15, which covers Fordham Road-the Bronx’s busiest commercial corridor-but also Arthur Avenue and East Tremont, I’ve seen the tremendous impact small businesses have on communities. I thank Speaker Adrienne Adams for appointing me as Chair of the Small Business Committee and look forward to working and ensuring hardworking small business owners of NYC have the tools they need to thrive.”
STANDARDS AND ETHICS
Ung, Chair
Ayala
Carr
Dinowitz
Hudson
“Elected officials carry the responsibility of upholding the values and expectations of the constituents who placed their trust in them,” said Council Member Sandra Ung. “The Committee on Standards and Ethics plays a pivotal role in fostering public confidence in our elected officials by overseeing ethical conduct to safeguard the integrity of our democratic process. I want to thank Speaker Adams for entrusting me to lead this important committee, and for her leadership and commitment to the highest standards in public service.”
TECHNOLOGY
Gutiérrez, Chair
Bottcher
Holden
Paladino
Won
“It has been an honor to oversee the small but mighty Technology Committee, and I am immensely proud of the work we have accomplished together in just two years, bringing brand-new topics and City issues before the Committee for exploration,” said Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez. “Technology is the heartbeat of New York City, influencing how we live our daily lives, how our students learn, and how our nonprofits operate. This Committee has pushed the envelope in ensuring that equity is at the forefront of our work. I am thrilled to continue in my role as Chair, and while the challenges may evolve, our shared commitment to bridging the digital divide will remain unwavering.”
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Brooks-Powers, Chair
Ariola
Banks
De La Rosa
Farías
Louis
Narcisse
Rivera
Won
“I am honored to be re-appointed by the Speaker as Chair of the New York City Council’s Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,” said Majority Whip Selvena N. Brooks-Powers. “As Chair, I’ve sought to improve the safety of our streets and ensure that every New Yorker, no matter where they live or how much money they make, has reliable, affordable access to transportation. I’m proud of what we accomplished last term–all 17 of the local laws we passed and the extensive oversight we exercised over state and city agencies. I look forward to continuing this important work alongside my colleagues in the coming term.”
VETERANS
Holden, Chair
Ariola
Marmorato
Nurse
Paladino
“My father, relatives, and friends served in combat, while my mother contributed to the war effort,” said Council Member Robert Holden. “Serving as the Chair of the Veterans Committee has been the honor of a lifetime. I am deeply committed to continuing our important work over the last two years, ensuring that our veterans’ voices are heard and their needs are addressed in City Hall.”
WOMEN AND GENDER EQUITY
Louis, Chair
Cabán
Gutiérrez
Riley
Vernikov
“I am truly honored and grateful to Speaker Adrienne Adams for appointing me as the Chair of the Women and Gender Equity Committee,” said Council Member Farah Louis. “As the Council is now more diverse than ever, I am excited about the chance to lead bold legislative initiatives that will leave a lasting legacy of equitable policies and opportunities for women across the five boroughs. As we enter the next session, I am committed to exploring and ultimately addressing the underlying issues that perpetuate inequalities within our City, and I look forward to spearheading these important initiatives to create a more just and equitable future for all. Thank you for the trust and the opportunity to continue this crucial work.”
CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES
Stevens, Chair
Joseph
Lee
Menin
Ossé
Williams
“I am honored to be chair of the new Children and Youth Services Committee,” said Council Member Althea Stevens. “I will now have oversight over the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYDC) and Administration of Children Services (ACS), signifying a renewed commitment to advocating for the children, youth, and families of New York City. As we gear up for the annual fight for the City budget, my focus remains on our most vulnerable population – the children & youth. Drawing from my experience, I understand the immense benefits of supporting our young people. In this role, I plan to employ a solution-based approach to accountability. I would like to thank Speaker Adrienne Adams and Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala for entrusting me to lead the fight for our children, youth, and Families across the city.”
SUBCOMMITTEES AND TASKFORCES
LANDMARKS, PUBLIC SITINGS, AND DISPOSITIONS
Hanks, Chair
Brannan
Farías
Feliz
Marte
Nurse
Salaam
“I want to thank the Speaker for the opportunity to chair the Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings, and Dispositions,” said Council Member Kamillah Hanks. “Historic preservation and landmarking, now more than ever, has an important place in the development and land use in NYC. This is particularly true in boroughs like Staten Island where preserving and maintaining historic sites are extremely importance to the people in my district.”
ZONING AND FRANCHISES
Riley, Chair
Abreu
Carr
Hanks
Moya
Salaam
Schulman
“I am deeply honored and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving as the Chair of the New York City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises,” said Council Member Kevin C. Riley. “This reappointment underscores our commitment to thoughtful urban planning and equitable development in our great city. Together, with my dedicated colleagues, we will work tirelessly to address the dynamic needs of our communities, aiming to cultivate zoning policies that promote inclusivity, sustainability, and robust growth. I eagerly anticipate the challenges ahead and the opportunity to contribute to the continued advancement and prosperity of New York City.”
COVID AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Moya, Chair
Marmorato
Mealy
Narcisse
Rivera
Schulman
“I am grateful to Speaker Adams for the reappointment, allowing me to continue serving as the Chair of the New York City Council Subcommittee on Covid and Infectious Diseases,” said Council Member Francisco Moya. “The well-being of New Yorkers remains our top priority, and I am committed to addressing the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic. The addition of “infectious diseases” to the subcommittee gives us the broad scope to quickly respond to any new threats to public health. Together, with my colleagues in government, we will work diligently to ensure the health and safety of our city.”
SENIOR CENTERS AND FOOD INSECURITY
Mealy, Chair
Banks
Brannan
Dinowitz
Marte
TASK FORCE TO COMBAT HATE
Dinowitz, Co-Chair
Hanif, Co-Chair
Avilés
Krishnan
Lee
Williams
“As the first Bangladeshi and Muslim woman elected to the New York City Council, I express my gratitude to Speaker Adams for appointing me co-chair to the first-ever task force created in the Council to address hate. More importantly, the urgent opportunity to take a citywide public engagement approach to combat the daily threats so many New Yorkers face,” said Council Member Shahana Hanif. “I was raised in a post-9/11 NYC and know that my community is still grappling with the trauma of surveillance and the rise in Islamophobia. As an interfaith organizer turned Council Member, I know the rise in hate violence, especially antisemitism, transphobia, and xenophobia, we must bring our communities together to eradicate hate. I look forward to working with the other members of the task force to deliver real results for our city to address hate.”
“I am grateful to Speaker Adams for appointing me to serve as Co-Chair of the groundbreaking Taskforce to Combat Hate and I am ready to get to work,” said Council Member Eric Dinowitz. “This isn’t just a title; it’s a commitment to tackling hate in all its forms. From physical violence to the silent harm of hate depicted through words and graffiti, our mission is clear – to end the devastating impact of these crimes. I’m honored to bring not just leadership but real passion and knowledge to this crucial endeavor. Together, let’s weave a narrative of unity, resilience, and a city that stands strong against hate.”
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