Procedure
Council staff opens hearing and announces housekeeping rules
New York City Council · Jun 23, 2026 · starts 0:00:11 · 28 sec
Council staff welcomes attendees to the Committee on Children and Youth hearing, asks everyone to silence devices, and instructs those wishing to speak to fill out appearance cards.
Council Staff
Good afternoon.
Council Staff
Welcome to today's New York City Council hearing for the Committee on Children and Youth.
Council Staff
At this time, please silence all phones and electronic devices.
Council Staff
If you wish to speak in today's hearing, please fill out an appearance card with one of the sergeants.
Council Staff
Moving forward, no one is to approach the dais.
Council Staff
Chair, you may begin.