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Procedure

Staff outlines hearing logistics and witness sign-up

New York City Council · Sep 29, 2026 · starts 0:00:17 · 22 sec

Council staff opens the hearing by asking attendees to silence devices, stay away from the dais, and sign up with sergeants at arms for in-person testimony. Staff tells the chair the hearing is ready to begin.

Council Staff

Good afternoon and welcome to today's hearing on the Subcommittee for Early Childhood Development.

Council Staff

At this time, I'd like to remind everyone to silence all electronic devices.

Council Staff

Also, at this point going forward, no one is to approach the dais.

Council Staff

Repeat, no one is to approach the dais.

Council Staff

If you would like to sign up for in-person testimony, please see one of the sergeants at arms.

Council Staff

Thank you.

Council Staff

Chair, we're ready to begin.