On Spectrum News NY1, Speaker Julie Menin discussed yesterday's oversight hearing on the City's Code Blue response, and the Council's push for more outreach workers, stronger protocols, and getting unhoused New Yorkers into the thousands of supportive housing units currently sitting empty.

Speaker 🤝 Speaker collab! Speaker Julie Menin and members of Council leadership are in Albany for Tin Cup Day, meeting with Speaker Carl Heastie and more partners in state government to advocate for funding for child care, housing, and more.

Our next Stated Meeting is tomorrow at 1:30PM! 

 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

Today, the Council’s Committees on General Welfare and Public Safety held a joint oversight hearing to examine the mayoral administration’s efforts to keep New Yorkers safe during the ongoing Code Blue emergency.

Today, the Council’s Committee on Education held an oversight hearing on mayoral control of New York City’s public school system, examining how the current system of mayoral control shapes governance, accountability, and decision-making at both the citywide and community levels.

At today’s emergency oversight hearing on the City's response to the cold snap, General Welfare Chair Council Member Crystal Hudson questioned Department of Homeless Services Commissioner Park on how DHS coordinates with hospitals & other agencies to get the unhoused into shelters & warming centers.

In a letter to the National Park Service, @speakermenin.bsky.social, alongside LGBTQIA+ Caucus Co-Chairs @chiosse.bsky.social and Justin Sanchez, denounced the Trump administration’s removal of the Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument and urged its immediate return.

Tonight, we celebrated the Year of the Horse at the People’s House, where we honored AAPI community leaders and their immense contributions to our city. 🐴 Happy Lunar New Year!

Check out the scenes from tonight’s Lunar New Year Celebration in Council Chambers 🎥

Today, the Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Relations held an oversight hearing on affordability in the city’s arts and cultural sector.

Today, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure held a hearing to review legislation related to news rack requirements and street safety related to e-bikes and bus lane restrictions.

Today, the Committee on Housing and Buildings held an oversight hearing on shared housing in New York City and also reviewed legislation which would permit the creation of shared housing units in Class-A multiple dwelling buildings.

NOW IN EFFECT ✅ Local Law 156, sponsored by former (ARCHIVED) Adrienne Adams This law requires the City to provide eligible nonprofit contractors with a 50% advance payment upon contract registration, improving cash flow while maintaining safeguards and accountability.

Tomorrow at 10AM: The Committees on General Welfare and Public Safety will hold a joint oversight hearing about NYC’s Code Blue operations and protecting New Yorkers’ lives in the cold. 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

NOW IN EFFECT ✅ Local Law 106, sponsored by CM Shekar Krishnan This law requires @nychousing.bsky.social to relocate tenants displaced by fires or other emergencies within the same or nearby community district upon request, helping families stay close to home whenever possible.

Today, Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams outlined her vision for District 27 in her State of the District address.

🥶STAY WARM, NYC!🥶 NYC Emergency Management has issued an Extreme Cold Warning, in effect now through 1PM Sunday. Real-feel temperatures are already below zero and wind chills will likely hit -20° to -30° tonight. Stay inside if you can, check on your neighbors, and bundle up if you must go out.

More 9/11 first responders have died from related illnesses than in the attacks' immediate aftermath. Yesterday, Speaker Julie Menin and Gale A. Brewer joined survivors and advocates to demand an investigation into what City Hall knew about post-9/11 air quality. 🎞️ from abc7NY

Monday at 1PM: The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Relations will hold an oversight hearing on affordability in NYC’s arts and cultural sector. 📺 Watch live: council.nyc.gov/livestream

Monday at 10AM: The Committee on Housing and Buildings will hold an oversight hearing on shared housing in NYC. 📺 Watch live: council.nyc.gov/livestream

In the aftermath of 9/11, officials assured New Yorkers the air around Ground Zero was safe to breathe. A DOI probe prompted by Council legislation has since unearthed a memo advising that the toxins should be avoided and alleging that first responders were given faulty equipment.

Caught the 5 train this morning with @mta.info Chair and CEO Janno Lieber! This @council.nyc.gov is all in on advancing affordability, accessibility, and sustainability throughout our mass transit system.

🥶 Extreme Cold Notice 🥶 Frigid temperatures return to NYC this weekend, with single digit lows and wind chills below zero. Stay indoors if possible and bundle up if you must go outside. Find a list of warming centers and cold weather resources at council.nyc.gov/snow

Please join us in wishing CM Harvey Epstein a very happy birthday! 🎂

Please join us in wishing Council Member Shahana Hanif a very happy birthday! 🎂

Today, the Committee on Rules, Privileges, Elections, Standards and Ethics held a hearing on the Mayor's nomination of Steven Banks to be the City’s Corporation Counsel, which serves as the City’s top lawyer and leads the Law Department.

Today, the Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises held a hearing to review several land use applications in Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan.

Tomorrow at 1PM: The Committee on Rules, Privileges, Elections, Standards and Ethics will hold a hearing to consider the nomination of Steven Banks for Corporation Counsel. 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

We’re excited to share our newest leadership team to steer our work, now in year 17🎉 We elected three CMs to fill vacancies on the leadership team of our newly-minted, 24-member bloc. Chairs: @cmsandynurse.bsky.social @tiffanycaban.bsky.social Vice Chairs: @cmalexaaviles.bsky.social CM Santosuosso

Get ready to ring in the Year of the Horse! 🐴 Join us at City Hall next Monday for our annual Lunar New Year Celebration! Doors open at 5pm. RSVP here: https://council.nyc.gov/events/events/lunar-new-year-celebration-2026/

On this day in 1653, the town of New Amsterdam planted the seeds for our legislative body— and thus, the Council was born. 🥳 373 years young and still showing up for New Yorkers every day. Happy birthday to us!

On Spectrum News NY1, Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams shared her Council priorities for 2026, from supporting homeowners to advancing budget equity and making sure this Council is accountable to the people. Watch the full “In Focus” interview with Cheryl Wills: http://specne.ws/qy1tCA

Tomorrow at 11AM: The Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises will hold a hearing on legislation to hear several land use applications in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

We regret to inform you that, after this morning’s prediction, Staten Island Chuck the Groundhog is no longer a trusted member of NYC government.

Today marks the beginning of Black History Month! From culture and innovation to civic leadership and social movements, Black New Yorkers have shaped our city in profound ways. Today, we celebrate their enduring impact.

Yesterday, the Council voted to override 17 vetoes issued on former Mayor Adams’ last day in office, reinstating legislation passed with veto-proof, supermajority support to address housing affordability, worker protections, street vending reform, survivor justice, and more.

NOW IN EFFECT ✅ Local Law 95, sponsored by CM Oswald Feliz This law requires delivery services to ensure e-bikes used by contracted delivery workers meet NYC safety and certification standards, and places responsibility for compliance on delivery companies, not workers.

Please join us in wishing CM Susan Zhuang a very happy birthday! 🎂

Today, the Council held its Stated Meeting, voting to override vetoes from former Mayor Adams. This legislation will increase housing affordability, expand opportunity, strengthen worker protections, create a legal framework for gender-motivated violence survivors to seek accountability, and more.

Drivers shouldn't have to live under the unpredictable threat of wrongful deactivations. Today, the Council overrode Mayor Adams' veto and passed legislation to protect drivers and delivery workers. CM Shekar Krishnan explains the importance of his bill.👇

🚨 BREAKING: The Council has voted to override 17 vetoes issued by former Mayor Eric Adams in the final hours of his administration, which is more overrides in a single day than the last 10 years combined. Read the full list of legislation restored: https://council.nyc.gov/press/2026/01/29/3066/

Ahead of today’s Stated, Council Members and advocates rallied at City Hall in support of overriding former Mayor Adams’ veto of legislation that will prevent major app companies from wrongfully deactivating drivers and delivery workers.

Today, the Council is sending a powerful message: that this city is going to protect workers.
 Aland Etienne lost his life protecting New Yorkers, and we’re honoring his legacy by delivering some of the strongest worker protections in the nation for our brave security guards.

Today, Council Members, survivors, and advocates rallied on the steps of City Hall to support overriding former Mayor Adams’ veto of INT. 1297, which would restore survivors’ rights under the Gender-Motivated Violence Act and ensure institutions that enabled abuse can be held accountable.

Tomorrow at 1PM: The Committee on Children and Youth will hold a hearing on legislation to implement term limits for board members and reduce the amount of board members from 28 to 18. 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

Tomorrow at 10AM: The Committee on Governmental Operations, State & Federal Legislation will hold a hearing on legislation to establish a one-time commission to review the salaries of elected officials in New York City and make recommendations. 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

Staten Island nonprofits: get ready for FY27! Our Borough-Wide Budget Training breaks down how to navigate discretionary funding, contracting requirements, and capital requests so you’re prepared for the year ahead. 📅 Jan 30 | ⏰ 10 AM–1 PM Register: www.zoomgov.com/webinar/regi...

Our next Stated Meeting is tomorrow at 1:30PM! 📺 Watch live: http://council.nyc.gov/livestream

Today, Speaker Julie Menin joined Muslim New Yorkers at the Canadian Consulate to celebrate Muslim heritage and honor their faith, culture, and contributions that strengthen our city.

Today, the Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings, Resiliency, and Dispositions held a hearing to review several land use applications in Brooklyn.