Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Relations

Oversight - Examining the Research Collections of New York City’s Public Libraries.

Resolution declaring September as African Immigrant Heritage Month in the City of New York to celebrate the contributions made by African immigrants to New York City and the United States

Resolution declaring the month of August as Black Pride Month in the City of New York, recognizing the legacy of the NYC Black Pride movement of uplifting the Black LGBTQIA+ community and its continuing contributions to creating a more equitable New York City

Resolution recognizing the historical significance of Seneca Village

Resolution to recognize, commend, and support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s planned display of the American flag on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026 and to encourage similar commemorative initiatives associated with the Semiquincentennial

A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to promoting arts and cultural institutions

Resolution celebrating the historical documents that contributed to the birth of the United States of America and are on display at the New York Public Library as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary events

Resolution declaring June 13 as New York Knicks Day in the City of New York to celebrate the contributions of the world-class basketball team to the City’s culture and civic identity

Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to introduce and pass, and the Governor to sign, legislation to amend the Education Law, in relation to requiring instruction on the history, contributions, and experiences of people of African descent in public schools

Resolution commemorating the pivotal political and military role of New York City in the birth of the United States of America 250 years ago

Resolution celebrating the “Knicks in five” as the New York Knicks win the 2026 NBA Championship

Resolution recognizing the history of Juneteenth and affirming the City of New York’s commitment to upholding the legacy of Juneteenth as a day of hope and celebration

Resolution standing with the people of Puerto Rico to stop the construction of Project Esencia, a luxury development in Cabo Rojo

NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL FISCAL YEAR 2027 EXECUTIVE BUDGET HEARINGS 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Libraries 2:00 p.m. Department of Cultural Affairs Jointly with the Committee on Finance

Resolution declaring June 12 as Philippine Independence Day in the City of New York

Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign, S.6487C/A.7033D, to empower the New York State Council on the Arts to designate Little Yemen as a cultural district

Oversight – Commemorating Juneteenth and Honoring Burial Sites of Formerly Enslaved African Americans.

Resolution declaring June 28 as Maria Antonia Cay Day in the City of New York to honor her enduring role in supporting and celebrating the Puerto Rican community and in preserving and uplifting its rich cultural heritage and traditions

Resolution declaring April 28 as Willie Colón Day in the City of New York to honor the multi-talented trombone player, bandleader, composer, and producer, who was a New York City pioneer of Latin music and a beloved salsa legend

Oversight - Capital Construction Contracting and Cost Escalation.