Yes, it’s been a year. Thirteen months actually, since city regulations on street photography went into effect. Picture New York received this invitation from the City Council, which we pass along to you. If you’ve had any interaction with law enforcement while taking photos in public space, this might be a good venue to talk about it, or at least submit a statement. YOU ARE INVITED!

The Committee on Cultural Affairs, Libraries, and International Intergroup Relations will hold a hearing on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 1:00 PM, in Chambers at City Hall. The hearing is entitled “Oversight: Procedures for Filming and Photographing in Neighborhoods throughout New York City”.

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