COGE Testimony Office Hours

​In late May, Mayor Mamdani announced that he was forming a Commission on Government Efficiency, or COGE, to examine how the city charter can "better support public excellence." Over the next eight weeks, the commission will be hearing public testimony, putting out reports, and drafting proposed amendments to the charter that voters will weigh in on this November.

​Last year's charter revision process resulted in critical changes to ULURP that expedited affordable housing. This year, we have the opportunity to propose changes to how government works across Abundance New York's policy pillars. Changes to civil service requirements, procurement, capital construction, and more could speed up how infrastructure is built and services are delivered, making government work better for New Yorkers.

​You can make your voice heard on these issues at public hearings between June 9 and July 13. On Tuesday, June 9, Abundance New York Executive Director Catherine Vaughan and Maximum New York founder Daniel Golliher will be hosting a brief workshop to help members build and refine their testimony. Join us to learn what strong testimony looks like, workshop your ideas, and get inspiration!