New York City officials are moving forward with plans to repeal the antiquated Cabaret Law, which restricts dancing in many venues across the city. The initiative, part of the 'City of Yes for Economic Opportunity' plan, aims to modernize zoning laws and support economic growth. Council members Keith Powers, Erik Bottcher, and Chi Ossé have been vocal advocates for the repeal, emphasizing the need to cut red tape and allow New Yorkers to enjoy nightlife. The City Council committees have already voted on modifications to the zoning regulations to support this effort, and the proposal has garnered support from various city officials, including the NYC Mayor's Office.
If there’s one takeaway from the @NYCCouncil budget priorities this year, it’s this: we believe deeply that, using the resources we take in, NYC must continue to deliver the greatest municipal services in the world. New Yorkers deserve nothing less. @DanMannarino @KalaRamaTV https://t.co/1FUdhH0QvV
Today, @NYCCouncil voted to: 📄Improve the safety of parking garages 📄Implement a virtual queue system for 311 callers 📄Strengthen enforcement of commercial littering 📄Increase transparency and community oversight of the JFK Redevelopment Project 📄 And more! https://t.co/vRtcXkBrxx
Oh boy, is it budget season :-) My full comments on New York City’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2025: https://t.co/vZpUUEb0UO https://t.co/TwWX9xjPcR
This week two City Council committees agreed that our #CityofYes for Economic Opportunity proposal is the best way forward for NYC. By incorporating their revisions, we can work together to build a stronger city for our businesses and residents. https://t.co/vwv7sc5vb1
Great piece on the antiquated rules that limit dancing in NYC by @ebottcher @OsseChi & @KeithPowersNYC -- to be fixed by #CityofYes for Economic Opportunity. https://t.co/Ymj1iR9Ik8
May we have this dance? 🕺🪩 Time to end the antiquated Cabaret Law once and for all. https://t.co/zy6qZOvyKY
The Council is poised to get rid of the antiquated rules that make it illegal to dance in much of NYC. My Op-Ed with @KeithPowersNYC @OsseChi https://t.co/Wf3vzU42Eg
With centers swarming our neighborhoods @NYCCouncil secured creation of a special permit required for distribution & micro-distribution centers to set up outside Manhattan - changes ensuring the ‘Zoning for Economic Opportunity’ text amendment works in favor of all New Yorkers. https://t.co/VxpY3JWWAF
Yesterday, Council committees voted on modifications to Zoning for Economic Opportunity, an update to NYC's commercial zoning regulations with the goal of supporting economic growth. Learn more about modifications and commitments secured by the Council: https://t.co/bMdscXt3sp
Outdated laws limit New York City's small businesses, including venues where New Yorkers just want to dance! @KeithPowersNYC, @CMChiOsse, and @ebottcher know approving the “City of Yes for Economic Opportunity” plan will cut red tape as we cut a rug. https://t.co/lxmPOwtUbm
Last year, we unveiled a proposal to expedite office-to-residential conversions & change eligibility criteria. Now, 64 buildings have come forward as eligible candidates. Next up? Rezoning Midtown South for new housing. https://t.co/DBIKnArQHw https://t.co/WVhMr1wuRH
An update on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 #PHXBudget 🧵⤵️ https://t.co/lmsTTL4wJL
Great piece on the outdated limits on dancing that live in NYC zoning laws — from @KeithPowersNYC @ebottcher & @OsseChi — that are getting fixed by #CityofYes for Economic Opportunity. https://t.co/4TFZ1vTD9v
New York is the city that never sleeps, but our zoning laws are straight out of Footloose. It’s time to let New Yorkers enjoy a night out. My op-ed with @ebottcher & @OsseChi on ending the Cabaret Law once and for all. 👣 https://t.co/hBnmsyMC4p
New York is the city that never sleeps, but our zoning laws are straight out of Footloose. It’s time to let New Yorkers enjoy a night out. 👣 My op-ed with @ebottcher & @OsseChi on ending the Cabaret Law once and for all. https://t.co/hBnmsyMC4p