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CM Narcisse on Elmhurst Hospital ER renovation timeline

New York City Council · Jun 5, 2026 · starts 6:19:03 · 57 sec

Narcisse asks about the Elmhurst ER renovation. Katz confirms the $2.6M project is currently in procurement with a March 2029 completion timeline. Narcisse, who works at Elmhurst ER, celebrates the expansion plans.

Mercedes Narcisse

In Helmers Hospital, I'm interested in the ER, which we spoke about.

Mercedes Narcisse

Yes.

Mercedes Narcisse

The executive capital commitment plan includes $2.6 million for renovation of Helmers adult emergency room.

Mercedes Narcisse

What is the status update of this renovation and what is the completion timeline?

Dr. Mitch Katz

Do you have that, John?

Dr. Mitch Katz

Oh, here it is.

Dr. Mitch Katz

Okay.

Dr. Mitch Katz

So completion timeline is March 2029, currently in procurement.

Mercedes Narcisse

2029.

Mercedes Narcisse

Thank you.

Mercedes Narcisse

Okay.

Mercedes Narcisse

You know we spoke about that too.

Mercedes Narcisse

In this renovation, using available street space around Elmer's Hospital for any expansion of the emergency room?

Dr. Mitch Katz

Yes.

Mercedes Narcisse

Whoa!

Mercedes Narcisse

Sorry, because I work in that ER and I know how bad it is.

Mercedes Narcisse

The nurses must be very happy and I'm happy for them.

Mercedes Narcisse

I am so happy for them.

Mercedes Narcisse

All right.