“My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and families of the tragic building collapse and fire in the East Village. This is a terrible tragedy for our City, and as the City Council continues to closely monitor the scene and await the results of a full investigation, we thank all of our FDNY, NYPD and EMS first responders for their courageous and selfless service.
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As Minors Across the Country Face Unequal Access to Lawyers, Speaker Mark-Viverito Says, “We are Proud to Serve as a National Model”
CITY HALL – The New York City Council’s Unaccompanied Minors Initiative – a groundbreaking public-private partnership between the Council, Robin Hood Foundation and the New York Community Trust– is ensuring that unaccompanied minors who make their way to New York City receive much needed help from qualified attorneys.
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Speaker Mark-Viverito:
“I join all New Yorkers in mourning the devastating loss of Eliane, Rivkah, Sara, David, Yeshua, Moshe and Yaakob Sassoon, who were tragically killed in a horrific fire in Midwood, Brooklyn last night. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sassoon family and the entire Jewish community as we grieve the lives lost in this horrific tragedy and pray for Tziporah and Avigayil’s speedy recovery.
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New York— “We applaud and thank Governor Alejandro García Padilla and his administration for choosing to be on the right side of history in terms of marriage equality. His change of position is heartening. Puerto Rican LGBT families should be afforded the same rights, responsibilities and respect as the rest of the families. We would also like to thank San Juan Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz and Senate President Eduardo Bhatia, as well as several senators and representatives, for favoring marriage equality and this change of position.
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Priorities Include Enhancing Affordable Housing Laws and Implementing NYCHA Reform, Passing the DREAM Act, Combatting Human Trafficking, Early and Instant Runoff Voting, Paid Family Leave and Legalizing and Decriminalizing Marijuana
Albany, NY —New York City Council Speaker Melissa-Mark-Viverito, State and Federal Legislation Committee Chair Karen Koslowitz , Finance Committee Chair Julissa Ferreras and Council Majority Leader Jimmy Van Bramer today released the New York City Council’s State Budget and Legislative Agenda for the coming year.
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One year ago, I was on my way to City Hall when I learned through social media about the tragedy that had just occurred. I immediately headed right back to this site.
On that tragic day, a year ago, eight lives were taken from us. Many were also injured.
In a time filled with anxiety, impotence and a sense of loss, my district office immediately became a safe haven for the families.
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Council will also vote to extend rent stabilization requirements
City Hall – Today the City Council will vote on legislation requiring the Department of Consumer affairs to engage in outreach and education efforts on issues that impact individuals aged 16-24. The Council will also vote on legislation extending current rent stabilization laws. Additionally, the Council will vote on legislation requiring the Department of Education to disclose data related to the provision of special education services in city schools.
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“Today, we honor the accomplishments of women across the globe as we both celebrate the strides women have made in the decades since women’s suffrage was enacted and recognize the work that still must be achieved to obtain full equality. Women’s rights are human rights, and together, we must continue to fight to uplift all women by enacting policies that are fair, just and equitable.
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“Fifty years ago in Selma, Alabama, residents, African-American civil rights leaders, religious leaders, students and ordinary citizens stood up not just for the right to vote, but for basic human decency. At the Edmund Pettus Bridge, many were hurt, beaten, or killed during what became known as “Bloody Sunday.” But the violence of that day could not stop the inexorable march towards justice that birthed the Voting Rights Act.
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Council will also vote on requiring transparency on City-administered veterans’ programs and worker cooperatives
City Hall – Today the City Council will vote on a package of bills reforming the Veterans Advisory Board and providing greater transparency on programs serving veterans in New York City. Additional, the Council will vote on legislation requiring city agencies to produce annual reports on worker cooperatives in New York City.
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