Committee Descriptions
Economic Development
Ethics, Bylaws & Procedures
This Committee deals with questions of the propriety and legality of actions take by Board members, committees and/or by the full Board, Conflict of Interest Board, Mayor's Community Assistance Unit. It examines and recommends By-Law revisions.
Land Use, Zoning, Public & Private Housing
This Committee deals with the use and disposition of private and city-owned property, ULURP (Uniformed Land Use Review Procedure), UDAAP (Urban Development Action Area Program), and BSA (Board of Standards and Appeals) applications, City Planning Zoning Amendments, the New York City Housing Authority, and the New York City Housing Preservation and Development Department.
Human Services, Health, Disability, & Seniors / Youth & Education
The Human Services Committee deals with drug treatment programs, homeless shelters, services for the mentally/physically disabled, special needs housing, fair share criteria, and hospital advisory committees. The Youth and Education Committee deals with educational facilities and services and programs funded by the Department of Youth and Community Development as well as addressing issues related to the youth of this community.
Parks, Recreation, Cultural Affairs, & Waterfront
This Committee deals with proposals for parks, street fairs, recreation programs, waterfront development, vendors in parks, and landmarks.
SLA & DCA Licensing
The SLA & DCA Licensing Committee deals with applications for restaurant/wine and full liquor licenses for restaurants/bars and complaints regarding the operation of such establishments. The SLA & DCA Licensing Committee deals also deals with applications for sidewalk cafes licenses and cabaret licenses.
Transportation & Public Safety / Environment
The Transportation & Public Safety Committee deals with transportation, NYC Transit Authority, NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission, Department of Design and Construction, Police, Sanitation, Mayor's Office of Emergency Management, and Environmental Protection.