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Procedure

Council staff opens hearing and explains witness procedures

New York City Council · Sep 22, 2026 · starts 0:00:07 · 22 sec

Council staff welcomes attendees to the Committee on Governmental Operations, State and Federal Legislation hearing, instructs attendees to silence devices, explains that witnesses must fill out slips with the sergeant at arms, and notes no one may approach the dais.

Council Staff

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to today's New York City Council hearing for the Committee on Governmental Operations, State and Federal Legislation.

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.