Committee on Civil and Human Rights

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 · 10:00 AM AM · Council Chambers - City Hall

TL;DR

The Committee on Civil and Human Rights held a meeting to review diversity and equity progress in NYC public schools 70 years after the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, and considered making July 2 an annual Thurgood Marshall Day in New York City. The meeting focused on civil rights commemoration and education policy rather than immediate budget or service impacts.

Key Decisions

  • Oversight hearing on diversity and equity in NYC public schools Hearing held - status of recommendations pending
  • Resolution to recognize July 2 as Thurgood Marshall Day annually Status not specified in agenda
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. T2025-3022 Oversight - 70 Years after Brown v. BOE – Advancing Diversity and Equity in NYC Public.
    Oversight
  2. Res 0520-2024 Resolution recognizing July 2 annually as Thurgood Marshall Day in the City of New York to promote his contributions and legacy as a pillar of the Civil Rights movement.
    Resolution
  3. Jointly with the Committee on Education