Housing Approved
Council Approves Projects Expected to Create Nearly 3,250 Homes
Land-use approvals across all five boroughs are expected to facilitate nearly 3,250 homes, with more than half designated as affordable.
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Education Approved
Council Authorizes Stabilization Payments for School Paraprofessionals
Eligible school paraprofessionals could receive prorated workforce-stabilization payments totaling as much as $10,000 for work during the 2026–27 school year.
Government Operations Approved
Council Passes Operational Reforms for Businesses, Older Adults, and Police Recruitment
A legislative package coordinates business inspections, establishes extreme-weather wellness checks, raises the maximum NYPD examination age to 43, and updates financial-disclosure ranges.
Public Space Introduced
Council Speaker Backs Legislation Ending Central Park Horse-Drawn Carriages
Speaker Julie Menin announced support for Romanch’s Law, which would phase out horse-drawn carriages and provide transition protections for affected workers.
Education Approved
Council Allocates $1.5 Million for Additional Student Swimming Lessons
The Wave Makers Initiative is expected to provide nearly 60,000 free lessons to an additional 3,000 second-grade students.
Government Ethics Approved
Council Approves 18.2% Increase in Elected Officials’ Salaries
The Council approved salary increases for the mayor, public advocate, comptroller, Council members, borough presidents, and district attorneys.
Education Approved
Council Approves New Staten Island High-School Site
The Council approved a school siting for an approximately 801-seat high school at 25 Wall Street on Staten Island.
Landmarks Approved
Three Sites Connected to Immigration History Receive Landmark Approval
The Council approved landmark designations for the Public School 15 Annex, the Church of Saint Mary, and the Lithuanian Alliance Building.
Land Use & Development Hearing Held
Council Reviews Public School 15 Annex Landmark Matter
A City Council subcommittee hearing included the Public School 15 Annex matter in Brooklyn Community District 2.