🔴 LIVE: Hearing on Appointments of John Mangin, Lisa Garcia, and Dr. Dave Chokshi

This was a New York City Council hearing held on September 2, 2026, focused on the appointments of John Mangin as chair of the Board of Standards and Appeals (BSA), along with Lisa Garcia and Dr. Dave Chokshi. The hearing extensively covered Mangin's qualifications, experience, and views on land use, zoning, and affordable housing policies. Key procurement-related discussions centered on Mangin's role in facilitating affordable housing projects, including the BSA FastTrack process designed to expedite approvals for publicly funded affordable housing developments. Council members questioned Mangin on his approach to community engagement, neighborhood character considerations, and balancing local control with citywide housing needs. Public testimonies largely supported Mangin's nomination, emphasizing his expertise in land use law, commitment to fair housing, and ability to lead the BSA in addressing New York City's housing crisis. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were discussed, but policy and procedural aspects of housing development approvals were a major focus, which could influence future procurement and development activities.