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Latest Meetings
Apr 29, 2025
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01:00 PM
Committee on Higher Education
A hearing on removing small financial barriers for CUNY students, focusing on three main issues: application fees, unpaid balances preventing re-enrollment, and transportation costs.
Discussions included:
- The success of the CUNY Reconnect program for adult learners
- The impact of unpaid balances on student enrollment
- Proposals for free MetroCards/OmniCards for all CUNY students
The hearing emphasized the potential economic benefits of investing in these initiatives to improve student access and success.
Features testimony from CUNY officials, the Center for an Urban Future, student representatives, and the public.
1 hr 54 min
Apr 29, 2025
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10:00 AM
Committee on Technology
A hearing on New York City's broadband strategy and digital equity initiatives.
Discussions focused on:
- The lack of a comprehensive long-term plan after shelving the Internet Master Plan
- The Big Apple Connect program providing free internet to NYCHA residents
- Debates over infrastructure investment versus leveraging existing networks
- Proposed legislation to expand access and affordability
Features testimony from the Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI), Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), and the public.
3 hr 19 min
Apr 29, 2025
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10:00 AM
Committee on Housing and Buildings
A hearing on the Housing Connect system and affordable housing in New York City.
Discussions focused on:
- Inefficiencies in the application process
- Accessibility challenges for seniors and non-English speakers
- Mismatch between income requirements and applicants' actual incomes
- Proposed legislation to improve the system
The hearing explored issues such as long processing times, re-rental vacancies, and the need for a comprehensive overhaul of Housing Connect.
Features testimony from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), housing advocates, developers, and members of the public.
3 hr 21 min
Apr 29, 2025
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10:00 AM
Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises
A hearing on the Western Rail Yards modification proposal in Manhattan.
Discussions focused on Related Companies' plans to modify the 2009 development agreement, including:
- Increasing housing units
- Reconfiguring building sites and open space
- Adding a potential casino option
- Using a new financing mechanism (PILOT) to fund infrastructure costs
Features testimony from Related Companies, community board representatives, local residents, business owners, union representatives, and the public.
3 hr 35 min
Apr 28, 2025
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01:00 PM
Committee on Veterans
A hearing on implementing recommendations from the city council's report card initiative for the Department of Veterans Services (DVS).
Discussions focused on:
- DVS's C grade
- Challenges in veteran outreach and self-identification
- Funding and staffing issues
- Improving service delivery.
Key topics included increasing the DVS budget, enhancing communication with veterans, addressing veteran homelessness, and improving support for veteran street vendors.
Features testimony from the Department of Veterans Services (DVS) and the public.
1 hr 56 min