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The plan includes new legislation, safety initiatives, improved data collection, and a $1.25M investment over two years to expand Holocaust education through the Museum of Jewish Heritage.
 
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Speaker Julie Menin Unveils Five-Point Action Plan to Combat Antisemitism and Strengthen Community Safety
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January 16, 2026 at 4:42 PM
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NOW IN EFFECT

✅ Local Law 51, sponsored by CM @ebottcher.bsky.social

This law strengthens the enforcement of façade repairs with penalties for failure to submit construction documents within 5 months of completion, file permit applications within 8 months, and complete repairs within 2 years.
Graphic announcing “Now in Effect” as of January 12, 2026. The graphic highlights Local Law 51, sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher, which strengthens enforcement of façade repairs. Text explains new penalties for failing to submit construction documents, file permits, or complete required repairs on time, with the Department of Buildings determining extensions when delays are unavoidable. Background shows City Hall imagery and a timeline marking passed, enacted, and in effect.
January 12, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Meet the new NYC Council members
Eleven first-termers make their debut.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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Newly elected City Council member Shanel Thomas-Henry wearing a bright pink blazer smiles while seated at a desk in the Council chamber, with a microphone in front of her and other attendees visible in the background. Newly elected City Council member Harvey Epstein sits at a desk in the Council chamber with hands clasped, looking forward, as colleagues and attendees stand behind him. Newly elected City Council member Phil Wong wearing glasses and a dark suit sits at a desk in the Council chamber, looking to the side, with other people standing and moving in the background. Two City Council members, Eric Dinowitz and Virginia Maloney, stand side by side in the Council chamber, smiling and posing for a photo as others gather and talk behind them.
January 8, 2026 at 2:02 AM