The one where Kalman Yeger's 'so-called Palestinians' censure split the Council 35-7-2 while a vacant-hospital senior-ho
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An April 2019 stated meeting turned a routine land-use day into a referendum on speech. The Council ratified a full slate of rezonings by coupled vote , a vacant Queens hospital reborn as 135 units of 100% senior-affordable housing, a 29-story 286-unit Brooklyn tower, and the Park Terrace West landmark designation , almost without floor debate. The drama was Res 0841, condemning Council Member Kalman Yeger for calling Palestinians 'so-called.' Menchaca, Lander, Cumbo and Treyger backed it; Diaz Sr. and Holden invoked the First Amendment; Yeger doubled down , 'there is no Palestinian state.' It
From the room
“I rise today to ask for your support to sign on to an introduction to amend a local law”
— Andy L. King
“I am asking for a roll call vote on all of the items on today's general order calendar”
— Council Clerk
“I'd like to vote on all land use call ups and coupled items on the general order calendar”
— James G. Van Bramer
I'd like to vote on all land use call ups and coupled items on the general order calendar
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The decisions
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01Int 1445-2019INT 1445-2019Approved
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to prohibition of drug testing for pre-employment hiring procedures
Introduction 1445, sponsored by the Public Advocate, was heard.
Roll-call vote
40 · 4
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Procedure
recount: Int 1445-A adopted 41-4-0; precedes restated Res 841 tally — Jumaane D. Williams
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of correction to notify incarcerated individuals and their legal representatives when an incarcerated individual is held solely due to a bail amount of less than $10
Introduction 944-A, sponsored by Council Member Rory Lancman, came before the body.
Roll-call vote
43 · 1
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to removing fees associated with bail payments
Introduction 1199, carried by Criminal Justice Committee Chair Keith Powers, was taken up.
Roll-call vote
43 · 1
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring water tank inspectors to submit annual inspection reports directly to the department of health and mental hygiene
The presiding member brought forward Introduction 1053-A, a bill of their own sponsorship.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of health and mental hygiene to conduct periodic inspections of water tanks and to post the results online
Council Member Costa Constantinides's Introduction 1056-B was taken up.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of health and mental hygiene to review documentation of annual inspections of water tanks where harmful bacteria are found, and to post the results online
Introduction 1138-A, sponsored by Council Member Ampry-Samuel, came before the body.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to electronic reporting of water tank inspection and cleaning
Council Member Menchaca's Introduction 1150 , which would give the health department new authority , was taken up.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to qualifications for persons conducting inspections and maintenance on drinking water tanks
Introduction 1157, carried by Health Committee Chair Mark Levine, was heard.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to the repair of damaged water tanks
Council Member Rafael Salamanca's Introduction 1167-A came before the meeting.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the visual documentation of water tanks during inspections, to be submitted to the department of health and mental hygiene
Council Member Torres's Introduction 1169 , a measure requiring visual evidence , was taken up.
Roll-call vote
44
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to drug testing not permitted by the department of probation
Introduction 1427, sponsored by Public Safety Committee Chair Donovan Richards, was heard.
Roll-call vote
40 · 4
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Resolution to Amend the Rules of the Council, in relation adding Rule 2.45 to the Rules of the Council, modifying Rule 6.00, making certain changes to Chapter VII, Committees, and to Chapter XI, Rules of the Land Use Committee.
Members took up a resolution amending the rules of the Land Use Committee.
Roll-call vote
35 · 7 · 2
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Citations & precedent
First Amendment, U.S. Constitution · Ruben Diaz, Sr.
Procedure
changing committee assignments, creating new committees, and eliminating a committee — Corey D. Johnson
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York and the New York city building code, in relation to clarifying the requirements for site safety training providers and persons required to obtain site safety training
20LU 0365-2019N 190074 ZRKZoning TextApproved
809 Atlantic Avenue Rezoning
with 3 related matters · LU 0364-2019 · LU 0363-2019 · LU 0362-2019
Roll-call vote
172 · 4
Adrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. RodriguezAdrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. RodriguezAdrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. RodriguezAdrienne E. AdamsAlan N. MaiselAndrew CohenAndy L. KingAntonio ReynosoBarry S. GrodenchikBen KallosBill PerkinsBrad S. LanderCarlina Rivera Carlos MenchacaChaim M. DeutschCorey D. JohnsonCosta G. ConstantinidesDaniel Dromm Deborah L. RoseDiana I. AyalaDonovan J. RichardsEric A. UlrichFrancisco P. MoyaHelen K. RosenthalI. Daneek MillerInez D. BarronJames G. Van BramerJustin L. BrannanKalman Yeger Karen KoslowitzKeith Powers Laurie A. CumboMargaret S. ChinMark Gjonaj Mark LevineMark TreygerPaul A. VallonePeter A. KooRafael L. Espinal, Jr.Rafael Salamanca, Jr.Robert F. HoldenRory I. LancmanRuben Diaz, Sr.Stephen T. LevinSteven MatteoVanessa L. GibsonYdanis A. Rodriguez
Overflow / balcony seating announcement before meeting begins; chambers main floor to be cleared. — Sergeant-at-Arms
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The people
On the dais · 6
Alicka Ampry-Samuel Fernando Cabrera Joseph C. BorelliMathieu EugeneRitchie J. TorresRobert E. Cornegy, Jr.
Practitioners & applicants
Kalman Yeger · Ben Kallos · James G. Van Bramer · Inez D. Barron
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