Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Relations

Resolution celebrating the historical documents that contributed to the birth of the United States of America and are on display at the New York Public Library as part of the nation’s 250th anniversary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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Introduced by Council

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

Last action: Hearing Held by Committee

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

Last action: Referred to Comm by Council

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

Last action: Referred to Comm by Council

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

Last action: Filed, by Committee

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

Last action: Laid Over by Committee

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

Last action: Laid Over by Committee

Oversight - Capital Construction Contracting and Cost Escalation.

Last action: Filed, by Committee

Oversight - Oversight - The Status of the NYC Junior Ambassadors Program and Potential for Expansion.

Last action: Filed, by Committee

Resolution celebrating the arrival of the 2026 World Cup in the City of New York

Last action: Approved, by Council

Resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Alvin Ailey and honoring his contributions to American dance and the founding of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Last action: Laid Over by Committee

Resolution declaring January 5 as Kappa Alpha Psi Day in the City of New York to recognize the fraternity’s long-standing tradition of fostering brotherhood, academic achievement, leadership development, and community service

Last action: Laid Over by Committee

Resolution declaring March 6 as Carmen de Lavallade Day in the City of New York to celebrate her life and legacy and to honor her groundbreaking contributions to dance and theater as well as her role in advancing diversity and artistic excellence in the performing arts

Last action: Laid Over by Committee

Resolution declaring February 15 to March 15 as “Black Girl Magic Month” in the City of New York to honor the leadership, resilience, and contributions of Black women and girls

Last action: Referred to Comm by Council