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Council confirms Board of Neighborhood Commissioners nominees amid debate over outreach and October certification deadline
Summary
The City Council confirmed nominees to the Board of Neighborhood Commissioners after extended questioning about the October 1 certification deadline, outreach to underserved communities, application redesign and department support for neighborhood councils.
The City Council on Sept. 19 confirmed the mayor’s nominees for the Board of Neighborhood Commissioners and heard extended discussion about the pace, outreach and resources needed for neighborhood councils as the October 1 certification deadline approaches.
Why it matters: The Board of Neighborhood Commissioners and the Department of Neighborhood Empowerment oversee certification and support for neighborhood councils established under the city charter. Council members said success of the policy depends on outreach, funding, staff organizers and technology to connect councils across neighborhoods.
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