CM Narcisse on vital records backlog and birth certificates
Narcisse asks about vital records backlogs. Martin acknowledges the issue and says the backlog is top of mind, with efforts to shorten processing times. Narcisse also asks about the $12M peer workforce investment for substance use recovery.
Constituents come to my office very often to ask about birth and death certificate and other vital records.
What are current processing times and is the department clearing the backlog because we've been having backlog on that?
Yeah, we are aware of the issue and looking to make an impact on this.
As you know, the birth certificate process through our vital records shop is something that we are responsible for, and we take pride in our ability to do this vital service for New Yorkers.
The backlog is top of mind for us, and we're working to shorten it as much as possible.
Thank you.