🔴 LIVE: Committee on Aging

The New York City Council Committee on Aging held a meeting on June 16, 2026, focusing on inter-agency coordination to support the city's aging population. Key procurement-related discussions included the Department for the Aging's efforts to implement budget-neutral initiatives through the Cabinet for Older New Yorkers, which coordinates multiple city agencies to address housing, health care, transportation, and food security for seniors. The committee discussed legislation such as Intro 230, which would require NYC Aging to provide financial assistance for in-home preventive adaptations to help older adults age in place, and the agency's receipt of a HUD grant to administer a home modifications program. The meeting also covered coordination challenges with agencies like NICHA regarding senior housing and facility maintenance, and the upcoming RFP for transportation services to alleviate seniors' mobility issues. Additionally, the Parks Department testified on several bills related to urban tree maintenance, tree removal permits, and dog waste management, highlighting operational concerns and resource implications. The meeting included public testimony emphasizing the need for improved inter-agency collaboration, funding, and transparency to better serve older adults, particularly in housing and mental health services.