Speaker Julie Menin

Central Park just broke ground on its water recirculation system! This will help reduce flooding across Harlem, limit the park’s reliance on the city’s drinking water and improve water quality for visitors.

Yesterday, we made history. With Romanch's Law, we're protecting animals, workers, and the public.

A HUGE WIN FOR NYC'S HORSES 🎉🐴 After decades of campaigning, NYC has voted to end horse-drawn carriages, thanks to @speakermenin.bsky.social's and @mayor.nyc.gov's leadership and the support from animal advocates! We're pledging $50,000 to help them retire to greener pastures!

As the late Jonathan Sacks said: “Faith is not certainty, but the courage to live with uncertainty." And the courage of our community is one thing I’ll always be certain about.

The NYC Council is making our streets safer for all New Yorkers. That’s why we’re looking to introduce new technology that can identify which e-bikes and e-scooters are illegal. We don’t just need stronger enforcement, we need smarter enforcement.

OpenAI says it supports the regulation of AI, but that’s not what campaign spending by its president says.

The road to Championship #4 starts today. LET’S GO KNICKS! 🧡💙

When whistleblowers come forward with concerns about the safety of AI, they should be listened to, not sidelined. The NYC Council is pursuing legislation that would provide incentives for insiders with critical information to speak out.

"Tasteful nudity is acceptable and is the goal" — SpaceXAI whistleblower

Within seconds, Grok can generate a sexualized image of anyone — including me — despite SpaceXAI testifying that it has “strict controls” in place. This is deeply disturbing and unacceptable. We need independent safeguards and accountability.

On Wednesday, October 14, I’ll be joining Politico at their Economic Forum to talk about affordability and economic development in NYC, and the important work the City Council is doing on both.

AI poses too many potential risks for the companies simply to self-regulate. Jake Tapper and I discussed the legislative solutions the NYC Council is pursuing.

Raise your hand if your company has insurance for catastrophic risk.

"I don't know." OpenAI , in response to my question about quantifying AI's catastrophic risk potential.

Whether AI will become a force for good or ill depends on us.

Jacob Coxon quit Anthropic after he came to believe that AI could pose a risk to humanity. Shortly, he will testify at a City Council hearing, along with fellow industry whistleblowers Daniel Kokotajlo and Alex Turner, on the risks of accelerating AI progress. nymag.com/intelligence...

Happy Birthday Reverend Al Sharpton! What a wonderful celebration at today’s National Action Network Rally. His dedication to public service and commitment to fighting for civil rights inspires us and reminds us that even in the darkest moments, we must keep moving toward justice.

The NYC Council allocated $3 million to Penn South in this year's budget to fund upgrades that will make residents’ lives more comfortable and secure. This investment will help older residents stay in the community and ensure that younger families can enjoy their homes for decades to come.

As NYC Climate Week comes to a close, we're shouting out the climate leaders we recently celebrated — the people who have been on the frontlines fighting for progress. And it’s so important that we all join the fight for climate and environmental justice: our kids are all counting on us!

In this year's celebration of the harvest festival, we're wishing everyone a joyful time with friends, family and food inside the Sukkah. Chag Sukkot Sameach!

Too many New Yorkers’ pets suffer from a lack of food and the overcrowding of animal shelters. The NYC Council has allocated $1.5M to invest in pet food pantries and free and low-cost spay and neuter treatments. We will continue to fight for animals and the families that love and care for them.

Amid a severe psychiatric bed shortage, the NYC Council is proud to announce the allocation of $25.6M to modernize Bellevue Hospital’s adult psychiatric units. The funding will add 40 much-needed hospital beds, strengthening the City’s ability to provide essential mental health care to patients.

On Sunday, City Council Members showed up to and celebrated culture, heritage, and unity at the African American Day Parade! https://x.com/NYCCouncil/status/2102439103606186083?s=20

The NYC Council is investing $24 million in the construction of Ittner Park Place. That means new parks, recreation, and revitalized green space under the Cross Bronx Expressway. And even better — we’re launching the Park Neighborhood Plan to make sure that these changes are accessible to everyone.

We’ve sent additional letters to Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and Sunder Pichai requesting their participation in our October 5 hearing on the potential risks of AI. The NYC Council will look at how this rapidly evolving technology is affecting NYC and what safeguards are needed to protect the public.

Today marks 25 years since September 11, 2001. We remember the 2,977 lives taken from us, the extraordinary courage of the heroes who answered the call, and the resilience of New Yorkers in the days and years that followed. We will never forget.

New York City’s engineering community and their countless contributions not only help us thrive today, but have for years, including during the 9/11 attacks. To the American Council of Engineers, you have led the charge. Thank you for all you do to keep our city moving and thriving every day.

Following the 9/11 attacks, nothing inspired me more than the stories of those who channeled their hope and resilience — their humanity and kindness — to strengthen and rebuild our community. I want to see more of this today.

Happy first day of school, New Yorkers!

It’s #NYFW! Here’s what I wore at Style Across the Aisle.
 
Thank you so much, Elie Tahari.

That’s all. 💋

New Yorkers deserve to know every detail on what happened that day — and I will continue to work to ensure your questions are answered. pix11.com/news/morning...

It was great to be out marching in Brooklyn today for the West Indian Day Parade! Generations of Caribbean New Yorkers have helped build our city and I’m proud to march alongside them and celebrate that extraordinary legacy. Happy Carnival! 🎉

Keeping the memory of 9/11 alive is as vital as ever. That’s why the Council is allocating $1 million to fund student field trips to the 911 memorial and Museum.

September 11 was one of the darkest days in New York’s history, but it was also a day of remarkable courage and heroism. Today, we're proud to announce that the Council is allocating $1 million for the 9/11 Memorial so the next generation can help fulfill the promise to “never forget.”

Legionnaires’ disease is a recurring public health threat. There is no excuse for our city to be caught unprepared.

The tragedy of 9/11 shaped many of those currently leading the city, and it’s what prompted my own public service journey. At a time when our city was in such a crisis, getting involved felt like an obligation. www.nydailynews.com/2026/09/02/n...

The Staten Island flag is finally official. Thanks, CM Frank Morano, for this great symbol of Staten Island pride!

Vision Zero means zero deaths. My statement with CM Shaun Abreu.

I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Rita Popper, a fierce community advocate for our Upper East Side community. We thank you, Rita, for your tireless service, advocacy, and commitment to your city. May your memory be a blessing.

Paraprofessionals have long deserved better, which is why the Council is united in supporting them. We will vigorously defend the law. Read my statement with Council Member De La Rosa.

With NYC Kids Rise, every kindergartener in New York City public schools will receive a $1,000 college savings account. Upon high school graduation, the money can be used to pay for vocational school, community college, or a four-year degree.

Nearly a century ago, Patrolmen Rush A Webster and Paul John Shaffer made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. With these street co-namings, a quick glance will remind us of the courage, loyalty, and selflessness these two officers embodied – and who made it their mission to protect us.

Hey Dog Speaker Maxine, we passed the SCOOP Act! This new legislation will help improve community cleanliness, enhance support for dog owners, and ensure dog waste is picked up throughout all five boroughs. It’s time we keep our communities 🐶💩 free, NYC.

We should all be able to enjoy outdoor dining all year round, no matter the season. That’s why the NYC Council is working to make that possible. This will allow more New Yorkers to enjoy some of their favorite restaurants at any time and help expand the revenue potential for every NYC restaurant.

The work that New Yorkers do to beautify our neighborhoods never goes unnoticed, even if it's just on their front stoops. That’s why I was proud to honor Stoop And TheCity last night with a proclamation for their incredible creativity and artistry. Keep up the beautiful work!