Pets are family. That's why the Council is forming its first-ever Animal Welfare Caucus: to make pet ownership more affordable and build a more compassionate city for every New Yorker, whether they have two legs or four. 🐾
Watch Council Member Harvey Epstein and Speaker Julie Menin break it down:
Former Council Member Ronnie Eldridge smiling with white hair sitting on a brown couch, wearing a green jacket and white shirt, surrounded by indoor plants.
The Council mourns the passing of former Council Member Ronnie Eldridge, who represented Manhattan's Upper West Side for twelve years. A lifelong advocate for women's rights, peace, and criminal justice reform, her legacy lives on in the work we continue today. Our thoughts are with her loved ones.
Today, the Committees on Oversight and Investigations and Criminal Justice held a joint oversight hearing on city agencies’ compliance with NYC’s sanctuary laws and reviewed findings from the Department of Investigation on gaps in guidance, training, and reporting.
Council members Frank Morano and Amanda Farias speak at a Committee on Veterans oversight hearing.
Three women in pink suits swear in testimony at a Committee on Veterans oversight hearing.
Council member Vickie Paladino speaks at a Committee on Veterans oversight hearing.
Council members Jennifer Gutierrez and Lynn Schulman at a Committee on Veterans oversight hearing.
Today, the Committees on Veterans and Women and Gender Equity held a joint oversight hearing on the needs of women veterans and reviewed a resolution calling on New York City Housing Authority to include a veteran preference in public housing.
Council Member Farah Louis at a Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises hearing.
Two white men in suits testify at a Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises hearing.
Council Member Elsie Encarnacion at a Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises hearing.
Council Member Justin Sanchez at a Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises hearing.
Today, the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises reviewed land use applications in Brooklyn and Manhattan, including the 20 Berry Street rezoning and the Allen Street Mall de-mapping.
New York City Council hearing on childhood vaccine access scheduled for March 5th at 10 AM in Hearing Room 1, 8th Floor.
Tomorrow at 10AM:
The Committee on Health will hold an oversight hearing on access to childhood vaccines in New York City and review related legislation.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
Council Member Ty Hankerson at a Committee on Parks and Recreation oversight hearing.
Community members testify at a Committee on Parks and Recreation oversight hearing.
Council Members Yusef Salaam and Chris Marte at a Committee on Parks and Recreation oversight hearing.
Community members testify at a Committee on Parks and Recreation oversight hearing.
Today, the Committee on Parks and Recreation held an oversight hearing examining the long-term health and growth of New York City’s tree canopy and efforts to sustain and expand our tree stock.
Council member Tiffany Cabán at a Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use hearing.
Audience members at a Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use hearing.
Council member Linda Lee smiles at a Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use hearing.
A woman testifies at a Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use hearing.
Today, the Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use held an oversight hearing on how the City connects New Yorkers to care, and reviewed legislation to require quarterly reporting of mental health emergency response data.
Local Law 176 effective March 4, 2026, caps rent contributions at 30% of gross income for CityFHEPS households to protect affordable rent.
NOW IN EFFECT
Local Law 176, sponsored by former Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala
This law requires that the rent contribution for CityFHEPS recipients not exceed 30 percent of the household’s total monthly income.
New York City Council hearing on agency compliance with sanctuary laws scheduled for March 5th at 10 AM EST in Council Chambers.
Tomorrow at 10AM:
The Committees on Criminal Justice and Oversight and Investigations will hold a joint oversight hearing on the Department of Investigation's reports on agency compliance with sanctuary-related local laws.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
Crowd immersed in vibrant red powder during Holi, the festival of colors, celebrating joy and unity.
Wishing Hindu New Yorkers a joyful and vibrant Holi filled with color, community, and new beginnings!
Council Member Shaun Abreu seated at a government meeting table with an American flag in the background at a Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure hearing.
Woman presenting a photo to an audience as she testifies at a Committee on Transportation hearing setting with attendees listening attentively.
Council Member Lincoln Restler seated at a government meeting table at a Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure hearing.
Council Member Phil Wong seated at a government meeting table at a Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure hearing.
Today, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure held an oversight hearing on the state of the New York City Streets Plan in 2026, and reviewed legislation to expand outdoor dining and streamline the sidewalk cafe process citywide.
New York City Council hearing on connecting New Yorkers to mental health services on March 4th at 10 AM in Hearing Room 2.
Tomorrow at 10AM:
The Committee on Mental Health and Substance Use will hold an oversight hearing on how NYC connects New Yorkers to mental health services and review related legislation.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
New York City Council hearing on Serving Women Veterans scheduled for March 4th at 1 PM EST in Hearing Room 1, 8th Floor.
Tomorrow at 1PM:
The Committees on Veterans and Women and Gender Equity will hold a joint oversight hearing on serving women veterans & review legislation about NYCHA admission preferences for veterans and NYC Public Schools observing Veterans Day.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
New York City Council hearing on the State of the Streets Plan in 2026 scheduled for March 3rd at 10 AM EST in Hearing Room 1.
Tomorrow at 10AM:
The Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will hold an oversight hearing to assess the State of the Streets Plan.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
Colorful Purim celebration items including a blue glitter mask, red sequined bow tie, Star of David, groggers, and hamantaschen cookies on a light blue background.
Wishing a joyful Purim to all who are celebrating across our city.
As families gather to read the Megillah, share hamantaschen, and give to those in need, we honor the resilience of the Jewish community at the heart of this holiday.
Chag Purim Sameach!
Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez at a Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education oversight hearing.
Officials from the Mayor's Office of Child Care testify at a Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education oversight hearing.
Speaker Julie Menin speaks at a Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education oversight hearing.
Council Member Kayla Santosuosso at a Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education oversight hearing.
The Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education held its first hearing today on the path to universal child care, reviewing legislation to study expedited permitting, making vacant commercial premises suitable for child care programs, and more.
Council Member Carmen De La Rosa seated behind a desk with nameplates, US and New York City flags in the background at a Committee on Technology oversight hearing.
A man in a suit testifies at a Committee on Technology hearing.
Council Member Pierina Sanchez looks on inquisitively at a Committee on Technology hearing.
Council Member Shahana Hanif at a Committee on Technology hearing.
Today, the Committee on Technology held an oversight hearing on facial recognition technology and biometric data collection, reviewing legislation to restrict the use of biometric recognition in public accommodations and residential buildings.
Today, the Council’s newly formed Subcommittee on Early Childhood Education, chaired by @cmjengutierrez.bsky.social, held its first oversight hearing on the path to universal child care and what it will take to make it accessible for every NYC family.
Watch:
Today, the Committee on Hospitals held an oversight hearing on the impacts of the proposed merger between Maimonides Health System and NYC Health + Hospitals, examining how it would protect access to care in Brooklyn, support safety-net services, and more.
Today, Speaker Julie Menin and the Council's Irish and LGBTQIA+ Caucuses proudly marched in the St. Pat’s for All Parade in Sunnyside and Woodside, honoring the legacy of writer and activist Malachy McCourt and celebrating the immigrant history and heritage that define Queens. ☘️
At Friday's oversight hearing on winter weather accessibility, Committee on Disabilities chair Council Member Shahana Hanif pressed the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities on how they share critical updates to NYC's disabled community during winter storms, including outreach around NYC311.
Announcement of Local Law 90 effective March 1, 2026, limiting personal injury coverage for TLC-licensed vehicles, sponsored by Council Member Carmen De La Rosa.
NOW IN EFFECT
Local Law 90, sponsored by Council Member Carmen De La Rosa
This law prohibits the Taxi and Limousine Commission from requiring licensed vehicles to carry personal injury protection coverage above 200% of the amount required by state law.
Please join us in wishing @cmbrookspowers.bsky.social a very happy birthday! 🎂
Today, the Committee on Economic Development held an oversight hearing on readiness and preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, questioning the Administration about its progress and challenges, and examining their coordination with New Jersey, the Port Authority, the federal government, and FIFA.
Council Member Shahana Hanif at a joint oversight hearing.
Three uniformed police officers seated in a formal setting, attentively listening during an official event or hearing.
Council Member Justin Sanchez at a joint oversight hearing.
Council Member Shaun Abreu at a joint oversight hearing.
Today, the Council’s Committees on Disabilities, Sanitation and Solid Waste Management, and Transportation and Infrastructure held a joint oversight hearing on pedestrian and transit accessibility during winter weather events.
That pizza box you ate from last night?
There’s a good chance it came from Pratt’s Staten Island paper mill, which recycles all of the wastepaper collected by DSNY.
I joined my @council.nyc.gov colleagues to tour the facility and learn about its economic and sustainability impacts.
New York City Council hearing on Maimonides Health System and NYCH+H merger scheduled for March 2nd at 10 AM EST in Hearing Room 1.
Monday at 10AM:
The Committee on Hospitals will hold an oversight hearing on impacts of the Maimonides Health System and NYCH+H merger.
📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream
Council Member Rita Joseph at a Committees on Higher Education and Workforce Development joint oversight hearing.
Two women testify at a Committees on Higher Education and Workforce Development joint oversight hearing.
Council Member Julie Won at a Committees on Higher Education and Workforce Development joint oversight hearing.
Council Member Harvey Epstein at a Committees on Higher Education and Workforce Development joint oversight hearing.
Today, the Committees on Higher Education and Workforce Development held an oversight hearing on aligning higher education with workforce demand.
Colorful flyer urging parents to apply for free 3-K or Pre-K seats by February 27th with a child showing a painted hand.
⏰ Today’s the deadline, NYC families.
Apply now for a FREE 3-K or Pre-K seat and set your child up for a strong start.
Submit your application before it closes: myschools.nyc
