Requiring the installation of security cameras in parks.
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Introduced Jan 29, 2026
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the installation of security cameras in parks” Read the full text
Parks and Recreation
What it does
This bill would require the Commissioner of the Department of Parks and Recreation (Parks) to install security cameras in city parks. Security cameras would be installed in at least 25 percent of all city parks every two years after the local law goes into effect, until all city parks have cameras installed. The Commissioner would consider the number of major felony crime complaints in each park when determining which parks to prioritize. The Commissioner of Parks would work in consultation with the Commissioner of the New York Police Department (NYPD) to install the cameras in areas where crime is likely to occur.
Summary written by City Council staff, from the official record. Plain-language AI rewrite with cited sections coming. Not legal advice.
Where it is
Introduced by Council · Jan 29, 2026
Referred to Comm by Council · Jan 29, 2026
Who decides next
This bill sits with the Parks and Recreation committee. These members decide whether it ever reaches a vote; 99% of bills a committee approves become law.
Ty Hankerson · chairChristopher MarteFrank MoranoKayla SantosuossoLinda LeeMercedes NarcissePierina Ana SanchezSandra UngSandy NurseShekar KrishnanYusef Salaam
Official documents
Summary of Int. No. 43
officialInt. No. 43
officialJanuary 29, 2026 - Stated Meeting Agenda
officialHearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 1-29-26
officialMemorandum in Support
officialStraight from the Council record: fiscal impact statements, committee reports, and hearing transcripts as filed.
The numbers
5
sponsors on the bill
Sponsors
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Referred to Comm by Council (Jan 29, 2026).