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Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries and International Intergroup Organizations

Thursday, December 4, 2025 · 9:30 AM AM · 250 Broadway - 8th Floor - Hearing Room 2

TL;DR

The Committee on Cultural Affairs approved two resolutions to designate annual cultural observance days in New York City. The committee held hearings and voted to establish July 26 as Haitian Konpa Day and November 12 as Sigma Gamma Rho Day, both passing by roll call vote.

Key Decisions

  • Haitian Konpa Day (July 26) Passed
  • Sigma Gamma Rho Day (November 12) Passed
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Agenda

  1. Res 0987-2025 Resolution declaring July 26 as Haitian Konpa Day annually to celebrate the legacy of Haitian music and dance in the cultural landscape of City of New York
    Resolution
    Action: Hearing Held by Committee

    This Resolution was Hearing Held by Committee

  2. Res 1063-2025 Resolution designating November 12 annually as Sigma Gamma Rho Day in the City of New York to recognize the sorority’s commitment to sisterhood, scholarship, and service and to positive community impact
    Resolution
    Action: Hearing Held by Committee

    This Resolution was Hearing Held by Committee

  3. Res 1063-2025 Resolution designating November 12 annually as Sigma Gamma Rho Day in the City of New York to recognize the sorority’s commitment to sisterhood, scholarship, and service and to positive community impact
    Resolution
    Action: Approved by Committee Passed

    A motion was made that this Resolution be Approved by Committee approved by Roll Call.

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  5. Res 0987-2025 Resolution declaring July 26 as Haitian Konpa Day annually to celebrate the legacy of Haitian music and dance in the cultural landscape of City of New York
    Resolution
    Action: Approved by Committee Passed

    A motion was made that this Resolution be Approved by Committee approved by Roll Call.

  6. Roll Call