NY Reparations Commission: Business Meeting — Rochester

Event Overview:

On behalf of the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR), you are invited to attend the Commission's upcoming public business meeting.

Who: Open to the public

What: NYSCCRR Business Meeting — featuring updates on the Commission's ongoing work and next steps to advance reparative justice across New York State

When: May 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Where: Lake Riley Lodge at Cobb's Hill Park, 100 Norris Drive, Rochester, NY 14610

This meeting will take place simultaneously at a second location in the Bronx, NY.

About This Meeting

The primary focus of this business meeting is to address the internal business of the Commission, including discussions, decision-making, planning, and voting on resolutions as necessary. A quorum of at least five commissioners must be present to hold any votes.

While this meeting is open to the public, time for public comment may be limited to a short period at the end of the meeting. The meeting will also be live-streamed on the Commission's YouTube channel, and video recordings will be available on the Commission's website for later viewing.

The NYSCCRR was established to examine the legacy of slavery and systemic discrimination in New York State and is tasked with developing proposals to address longstanding racial inequities and harms experienced by Black communities.

Can't Attend in Person?

Watch the live stream on the Commission's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NYSCCRR/streams

How to Follow the Commission's Work

Community members can learn more at ny.gov/reparations. Those wishing to provide formal input may submit written or audio testimony by:

• 📧 Emailing [email protected]
• 📞 Calling 518-473-3997 to leave a voicemail

Additional public hearings and business meetings are scheduled through spring 2026.

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