Council Member· January 2026 - December 2027
Shikole M. Struber
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 1:12:52
- Avg per meeting
- 4:03
- Segments
- 1195
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Top issues during term (16)(Public Safety)
USDA wildlife management services contract
Contract cost not stated in the agenda packet.
Local Law No. 4 and Emergency Declaration Reform
Unquantified administrative and potential legal expenses tied to emergency powers.
Police Department Staffing and Promotions
Standard exam administration costs covered by police department recruiting funds.
E-moto and electric off-highway motorcycle regulation
No direct city cost; it's a statement of support for state-level regulation.
Mayoral Emergency Powers Veto Override
None.
Temporary Animal Shelter Operations and Regional Stray Animal Surge
Reduces animal sheltering contract costs compared to previous vendor arrangements.
Local Policing and Federal Immigration Enforcement (ICE)
None directly associated with municipal operations.
Fire Safety and Smoke Detector Maintenance
Potential future budget allocations for fire prevention campaigns and equipment.
Temporary Firefighter Positions
Funding for three temporary firefighter positions will come from existing public safety personnel budgets.
Eligible lists for Fire Lieutenant, Appraisal Aide, and Equipment Repair Supervisor
Fire Lieutenant promotional eligible list amendment
Fifth Avenue and Columbus Square Neighborhood Safety and Deterioration
Potential costs for physical infrastructure improvements such as fencing and lighting.
police oversight
Doesn't look like there's any direct hit to your wallet right now, since this is just about board talks and accountability.
Police Department Technology and Grant Funding
Includes a $125,000 DASNY SAM grant and state GIVE grant funding.
Fire Department Fleet Upgrades
The purchase requires $50,000, which will be funded through upcoming budget adjustments.
Police Tactical Team Mutual Aid Agreement
Covered within existing police department operational budgets.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Struber was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.