Donald Trump and the Department of Government Efficiency are decimating core components of the federal government and leaving massive holes in key government services that New York City depends on like infectious disease control, counterterrorism and emergency disaster response.  
 
In response, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Finance Committee Chair Justin Brannan, and Governmental Operations, State and Federal Legislation Committee Chair Lincoln Restler released the following joint statement with a plan (see more below) as part of efforts to Trump Proof New York City government, making critical investments in staffing and initiatives to ensure the health and safety of New Yorkers.

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Lawsuit contends mayor’s action is unlawful, tainted by conflict of interest created by quid pro quo related to his federal corruption case, and would undermine safety of all New Yorkers

City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council filed a lawsuit, requesting a temporary restraining order (TRO) and a preliminary injunction, against Mayor Eric Adams’ Executive Order 50 to invite the Trump administration’s ICE to operate an office in Rikers, which was issued by First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro on April 8.

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Fulfilling 2024 State of the City proposals, Council also passed legislation to better track transportation projects contributing to NYC Streets Plan

Council established a Flash Flood Preparedness Pilot Program

City Hall – Today, the New York City Council voted to establish a citywide strategy for ensuring the availability of more public bathrooms, with a goal of creating over 2,1000 in the next ten years – approximately double the existing number.

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City lawmakers called for President Trump’s allies in city and state Congressional delegation to prioritize New York and working families across the U.S.

Pause exemplifies chaos coming directly from White House that is undermining the economy and well-being of New Yorkers

City Hall, NY – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Finance Chair Justin Brannan, joined by other members of the Council’s leadership, warned of the dire emergency that President Trump’s tariffs could create for New York City’s economy with ripple effects across the nation.

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On Tuesday, First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro issued Executive Order 50 to re-establish the ability for ICE agents to operate on Rikers Island for criminal enforcement. This comes on the same day that top I.R.S. officials resigned after the agency took steps to share protected tax records for deportation efforts in a departure from decades of practice.

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“Judge Ho’s decision does not absolve Mayor Adams of his actions. It also does not end the chaos and shame this has brought on our city with other ongoing criminal cases and investigations of the mayor’s office. As Judge Ho stated in his ruling, ‘Everything here smacks of a bargain: Dismissal of the indictment in exchange for immigration policy concessions.’ Our city’s mayor should never be in the position of bargaining away New Yorkers and their rights.

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Council plan identifies $6.3 billion in newly available resources to restore destabilizing budget cuts, build a strong foundation for City government, and proactively plan for contingencies

City Hall, NY – New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Finance Committee Chair Justin Brannan, Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala, and Council Members unveiled the Council’s Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget Response that proposes a balanced and responsible budget to provide stability for the city.

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From Saturday, March 29 through Sunday, April 6, New Yorkers 11 years old and up can vote online and in person at poll sites in 25 participating Council districts

City Hall, NY – Today, Speaker Adrienne Adams and the New York City Council encouraged New Yorkers to make their voices heard during Participatory Budgeting Vote Week from March 29 through April 6.

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“The federal government’s decision to slash over $300 million in public health funding to New York State, including an estimated $100 million cut to New York City’s public health system, is a direct assault on the health and well-being of our city. These devastating cuts, being orchestrated by Elon Musk, an unelected oligarch who, as head of the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Trump, is now wielding unchecked power to dismantle essential public services for working families.

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Council also passed legislation to provide free sleep apnea screenings

City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council passed legislation to strengthen the safety and efficiency of sidewalk shed management, including bills to shorten the duration of sidewalk shed permits and improve their designs. There are currently over 8,400 scaffolding structures across New York City, and the extremely lengthy duration of their presence negatively impacts public safety and streetscapes.

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