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Procedure

Staff gives hearing room instructions and announces start

New York City Council · Oct 20, 2026 · starts 0:00:18 · 32 sec

Council staff apologizes for delay and explains that no one may approach the dais. They tell attendees to contact a sergeant at arms for questions and announce the chairs are ready to begin.

Council Staff

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen.

Council Staff

We apologize for the delay.

Council Staff

We've been playing musical rooms this morning.

Council Staff

So we appreciate your cooperation today.

Council Staff

We're getting ready to start.

Council Staff

At no time is anybody allowed to approach the dais.

Council Staff

If you have any questions that you need answered, just get the attention of one of us sergeant at arms, and we'll be more than happy to assist you.

Council Staff

Chairs, we're ready to begin.