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Procedure

Council staff housekeeping and hearing opening

New York City Council · Sep 16, 2026 · starts 0:00:05 · 23 sec

Council staff welcomes attendees to the Committee on Children and Youth hearing, reminds everyone to silence devices, and instructs those wishing to testify to fill out witness slips.

Council Staff

Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to today's New York City Council hearing for the Committee on Children and Youth.

Council Staff

At this time, please silence all electronic devices.

Council Staff

If you would like to testify, you must fill out a witness slip with one of the sergeant at arms.

Council Staff

Just a reminder, no one may approach the dais at any time.

Council Staff

Chair, we are ready to begin.