Int 1114-2018
Creating a task force to examine the monuments, statues, public art and historical markers on city-owned property.
IntroductionEnactedCommittee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relationsintroduced 2018-09-26Local Law 2019/131
Enacted as Local Law 2019/131.
Official record · Legistar
Agenda: 2018-09-26Passed: 2019-07-14Enacted: 2019-07-14
Summary
This bill would create a task force to study and issue recommendations regarding monuments, statues, public art, and historical markers on city-owned property, placing special emphasis on those that have been subject to sustained negative attention or may be viewed as inconsistent with the values of diversity, equity and inclusion. The task force would be chaired by the Commissioner of Cultural Affairs or the Executive Director of the Art Commission. The Commissioners of City Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Transportation would have seats on the task force, as well as the Executive Director of the Landmarks Preservation Commission. The remaining five members of the task force would be representatives from each of the five boroughs respectively and have expertise in one or more of the following areas: history, art and antiquities, public art and public space, preservation, cultural heritage, diversity and inclusion, or education.
Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations — Department of Cultural Affairs, libraries, museums, Art Commission, New York City Commission for the United Nations, Consular Corps and Protocol, Mayor’s Office of Special Projects and Community Events, and to encourage harmony among the citizens of New York City, to promote the image of New York City and enhance the relationship of its citizens with the international community.
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Sponsors (8)
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams
Lifecycle
IntroducedIntroduced by Council
2018-09-26 · City Council
ActionReferred to Comm by Council
2018-09-26 · City Council
HeardHearing Held by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
HeldLaid Over by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
HeardHearing Held by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Parks and Recreation
HeldLaid Over by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Parks and Recreation
HeardHearing Held by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Women and Gender Equity
HeldLaid Over by Committee
2019-02-25 · Committee on Women and Gender Equity
HeardHearing Held by Committee
2019-06-13 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
ActionAmendment Proposed by Comm
2019-06-13 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
ActionAmended by Committee
2019-06-13 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
AdvancedApproved by Committee
2019-06-13 · Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations
AdvancedApproved by Council
2019-06-13 · City Council
ActionSent to Mayor by Council
2019-06-13 · City Council
AdvancedCity Charter Rule Adopted
2019-07-14 · Administration
ActionReturned Unsigned by Mayor
2019-07-18 · City Council
Votes (56)
Aye (43)
Carlos MenchacaBarry S. GrodenchikAndrew CohenDaniel Dromm Mark TreygerAdrienne E. AdamsDiana I. AyalaFernando Cabrera Bill PerkinsKeith Powers Helen K. RosenthalRafael Salamanca, Jr.Antonio ReynosoJustin L. BrannanCosta G. ConstantinidesRobert E. Cornegy, Jr.Laurie A. CumboKaren KoslowitzBrad S. LanderMark LevineAlan N. MaiselCorey D. JohnsonI. Daneek MillerDonovan J. RichardsDeborah L. RosePeter A. KooInez D. BarronYdanis A. RodriguezMargaret S. ChinFrancisco P. MoyaAlicka Ampry-Samuel Farah N. LouisCarlina Rivera Mathieu EugeneMark Gjonaj Ritchie J. TorresStephen T. LevinJames G. Van BramerVanessa L. GibsonBen KallosKaren KoslowitzLaurie A. CumboJames G. Van Bramer
Nay (9)
Paul A. ValloneRuben Diaz, Sr.Steven MatteoEric A. UlrichKalman Yeger Chaim M. DeutschRobert F. HoldenJoseph C. BorelliJoseph C. Borelli
Absent (2)
Rory I. LancmanFrancisco P. Moya
Not voting (2)
Andy L. KingRafael L. Espinal, Jr.
Heard at (6)
Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations · 2019-06-13 · 10:30 AM · Committee Room - City Hall
City Council · 2019-06-13 · 1:30 PM · Council Chambers - City Hall
Committee on Women and Gender Equity · 2019-02-25 · 10:00 AM · Council Chambers - City Hall
Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Relations · 2019-02-25 · 10:00 AM · Council Chambers - City Hall
Committee on Parks and Recreation · 2019-02-25 · 10:00 AM · Council Chambers - City Hall
City Council · 2018-09-26 · 1:30 PM · Council Chambers - City Hall
Attachments (22)
- Summary of Int. No. 1114-A
- Summary of Int. No. 1114
- Int. No. 1114
- September 26, 2018 - Stated Meeting Agenda with Links to Files
- Hearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 09-26-2018
- Minutes of the Stated Meeting - September 26, 2018
- Committee Report 2/25/19
- Hearing Testimony 2/25/19
- Hearing Transcript 2/25/19
- Minutes of the Recessed Meeting of May 29, 2019 Held on June 13, 2019
- Proposed Int. No. 1114-A - 6/11/19
- Committee Report 6/13/19
- Hearing Transcript 6/13/19
- June 13, 2019 - Stated Meeting Agenda with Links to Files
- Hearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 6-13-19
- Minutes of the Stated Meeting - June 13, 2019
- Minutes of the Recessed Meeting of June 13, 2019 Held on June 18, 2019
- Minutes of the Recessed Meeting of June 13, 2019 Held on June 19, 2019
- Int. No. 1114-A (FINAL)
- Fiscal Impact Statement
- Legislative Documents - Letter to the Mayor
- Local Law 131
Full text
Be it enacted by the Council as follows:
Section 1. Task force on monuments, statues, public art and historical markers. a. There shall be a task force to examine the monuments, statues, public art and historical markers on city-owned property.
b. The task force shall consist of the following members:
1. The commissioner of cultural affairs or such commissioner's designee, and the executive director of the art commission or such director's designee, 1 of whom shall serve as chair of the task force as designated by the mayor;
2. The commissioner of parks and recreation or such commissioner's designee, the executive director of the landmarks preservation commission or such director's designee, the commissioner of transportation or such commissioner's designee and the commissioner of city planning or such commissioner's designee; and
3. Five members representing each of the 5 boroughs, of which 3 such members shall be appointed by the speaker of the council and 2 such members shall be appointed by the mayor, provided that each member shall have relevant expertise in public art, as well as in one or more of the following disciplines: history, art and antiquities, preservation, cultural heritage, diversity and inclusion or education.
c. The task force shall conduct a comprehensive review of monuments, statues, public art and historical markers on city-owned property, which have been identified by the chair as inconsistent with the values of diversity, equity and inclusion, or for which the chair is aware of substantial public opposition or concerns. The task force shall also:
1. Explore ideas for new permanent monuments and temporary artwork about history;
2. Recommend mechanisms for encouraging and increasing community input with regard to the establishment of new monuments, statues, public art and historical markers; and
3. Recommend or host discussions, public programs and other educational initiatives related to the complex and nuanced histories of the city's monuments, statues, public art and historical markers.
d. The task force shall meet no less than 4 times per year.
e. No later than 1 year after the effective date of this local law, the task force shall submit to the mayor and the speaker of the council a report that contains its findings and conclusions and any recommendations for policy or legislation, and post online minutes of task force meetings.
f. The task force shall dissolve upon submission of the report required by subdivision e of this section.
� 2. This local law takes effect January 1, 2020.
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