Chair Brooks-Powers introduces hearing on improving court operations to reduce jail population
Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers welcomes everyone to the oversight hearing on improving court operations to reduce the jail population, noting Judge Zayas's participation and the importance of case processing speed for closing Rikers Island.
Good morning.
I am Councilmember Selvena Brooks-Powers, Chair of the Committee on Criminal Justice.
I want to welcome everyone to today's hearing on improving court operations to reduce the jail population.
At the outset, I would like to extend my gratitude to Judge Zayas on his superb
staff and team and for participating in today's conversation.
Judge Zayas has demonstrated his commitment to changing the status quo and to creating a legal system that promotes community safety by reducing reliance on incarceration.
I am joined by committee members.