In final session under Speaker Melissa Mark Viverito’s leadership, Council will have voted on a record of over 700 bills
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council will vote on what is commonly known as the Right to Know Act, requiring officers to identify themselves to the public and requiring the New York police department to develop and provide guidance for its officers on obtaining consent to search individuals. READ MORE
El Barrio/East Harlem – Today, Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito joined the Vito Marcantonio Forum, relatives of Vito Marcantonio, and East Harlem residents at the official co-naming ceremony of the “Lucky Corner” at the northeast corner of East 116th Street and Lexington Avenue.
East 116th Street and Lexington Avenue became known as the “Lucky Corner” because Vito Marcantonio often held rallies at this location and went on to win elected office. READ MORE
Council’s recommendations outline strategies to ensure communities have access to the basic goods and services they need
City Hall, NY ‒ New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Land Use Committee Chair David Greenfield, Small Business Committee Chair Robert Cornegy and Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises Chair Donovan Richards released the Council’s 2017 report, Planning for Retail Diversity: Supporting NYC’s Neighborhood Businesses. READ MORE
Council will also vote on amendment to change definition of sexual orientation, NYPD reporting bills and diaper changing accommodations requirement
City Hall – Today, the Council will vote on bills implementing reporting requirements and improving access to resources to help prevent bullying, including requiring the Department of Education to post contact information for each school related to reporting incidents of bullying, harassment, intimidation and discrimination and to report information on student-to-student bullying, harassment, intimidation and discrimination. READ MORE
Council will also vote on criminal justice legislation addressing criminal warrants and erroneous rap sheets as well as the rezoning of El Barrio/East Harlem and zoning application at Bedford-Union Armory site
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council will vote on legislation prohibiting conversion therapy in New York. The Council will also vote to amend the commercial rent tax (CRT). READ MORE
The Council’s modified plan secured $222 million in new investment including support for public housing, new affordable units, open space, and balanced economic development all while preserving the character and vibrancy of El Barrio/East Harlem
El Barrio/East Harlem, NY – New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, Council Member Bill Perkins and the New York City Council today announced an agreement to rezone El Barrio/East Harlem and secure investments for many priorities of the East Harlem Neighborhood Plan. READ MORE
Council will also vote to Prohibit the Nonconsensual Distribution of Sexually Explicit Media and to Create a Website and Mobile Application to Facilitate Online Voter Registration
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council will vote on legislation announced during Speaker Mark-Viverito’s 2017 State of the City address creating a system to protect personal information held by the City, as well as to protect locations where New Yorkers receive services by limiting access. READ MORE
“Today marks the 16th anniversary of the tragic crash of American Airlines 587. This horrific incident occurred a mere two months after the somber events of September 11, 2001, as New Yorkers grappled with significant loss once more when 265 innocent lives were taken far too soon. We continue to mourn with the families, friends, and first responders whose courage and strength in the face of strife brought hope to us all in a darkened time. READ MORE
“This Veteran’s Day, we continue to honor and remember those who are currently serving or have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Veterans have dedicated years of their lives to protect the ideals that we live by, and the Council remains committed to making their needs a top priority – especially through the much-needed tax relief that our recent extension of the veterans property tax exemption will provide. READ MORE
“Detective Brian Moore was murdered in cold blood two and half years ago as he selflessly served our City and the people of New York. I commend the jury for rightfully finding Demetrius Blackwell guilty and hope today’s verdict will bring a small measure of peace to the Moore family and Detective Moore’s friends and colleagues at the NYPD. New Yorkers will remember this day as the day justice has finally been served to one of our City’s finest heroes. READ MORE
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