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Procedure

Sergeant at Arms opens hearing and instructs attendees

New York City Council · Sep 23, 2026 · starts 0:00:00 · 1 min 43 sec

Council staff asks attendees to find seats and silence electronics, and directs witnesses to fill out slips with the Sergeant at Arms. Staff confirms the Chair is ready to begin the Committee on Contracts hearing.

Council Staff

Very shortly.

Council Staff

Find your seats, please.

Council Staff

Thank you.

Council Staff

Good morning, good morning.

Council Staff

Welcome to New York City Council Hearing on the Committee on Contracts.

Council Staff

At this time, please silence all electronics and do not...

Council Staff

Good morning, good morning.

Council Staff

Welcome to the New York City Council hearing on the Committee on Contracts.

Council Staff

At this time, please silence all electronics and do not approach the dais.

Council Staff

If you are testifying today, please ensure that you have filled out a slip with the sergeant at arms.

Council Staff

Any other questions or concerns, you may reach a sergeant at arms, and we will kindly assist you.

Council Staff

Thank you for your cooperation.

Council Staff

Chair, you're ready to begin.