Procedure
Hearing called to order and housekeeping announcements
New York City Council · Aug 18, 2026 · starts 0:00:10 · 27 sec
Council staff welcome attendees to the joint hearing on Governmental Operations and Finance, instruct them to silence electronics, fill out testimony slips, and introduce the chairs.
Council Staff
Good afternoon, good afternoon.
Council Staff
Welcome to the New York City Council hearing on the Committee on Governmental Operations, State and Federal Legislation, joint with Finance.
Council Staff
At this time, please silence all electronics and do not approach the dais.
Council Staff
If you are planning on testifying, please ensure you fill out a testimony slip with the sergeants at the back.
Council Staff
You may do so online at testimonyatcouncil.nyc.gov.
Council Staff
That is testimony at council.nyc.gov.
Council Staff
Thank you for your cooperation.
Council Staff
Chairs, you may begin.