Int 0197-2022
Establishing a legacy business registry and preservation fund.
This bill would require the Commissioner of Small Business Services (“SBS”) to establish a Legacy Business Registry to recognize businesses that have operated in New York City for a minimum of 20 years and that have significantly contributed to the history, identity or character of a neighborhood or community in the City. In order to be part of the Legacy Business Registry, a business would be required to be nominated by the Mayor, the Public Advocate, a Borough President, or a Member of the City Council. In addition, the Commissioner of SBS would consult with the relevant Community Board and the Landmarks Preservation Commission regarding whether a business meets the requirements to be designated as a Legacy Business. The bill would also require the Commissioner of SBS to carry out activities to recognize the contributions of Legacy Businesses to their communities, and to establish a Legacy Business Preservation Fund to award grants to Legacy Businesses and property owners who offer a 10-year lease to a Legacy Business, in cases in which a Legacy Business faces a significant risk of displacement.
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Bill History (5)
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Int. No. 197
6/9/2022
Summary of Int. No. 197
12/26/2023
April 14, 2022 - Stated Meeting Agenda
4/14/2022
Hearing Transcript - Stated Meeting 4-14-22
6/7/2022
Speaker Adams Letter - Open Meetings Law
1/9/2023
Committee Report 6/9/22
1/9/2023
Hearing Testimony 6/9/22
1/9/2023
Hearing Transcript 6/9/22
1/9/2023
Minutes of the Stated Meeting - April 14, 2022
1/9/2023