Relocation of Police Internal Affairs Division
Mount Vernon
Summary
To comply with Department of Justice recommendations and ensure investigative privacy, the city approved leasing office space at 6 Gramatan Avenue for the police department's internal affairs division, moving them out of City Hall and the main police precinct.
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Associated lease and budget transfer costs.
Police internal affairs investigators and citizens participating in investigations who require a secure, neutral environment.
The police department's leadership takes a hit to their authority when the mayor steps in and overrides their disciplinary decisions.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Estimate & Contract (Regular) - Jun 16, 2026
To comply with Department of Justice recommendations and ensure investigative privacy, the city approved leasing office space at 6 Gramatan Avenue for the police department's internal affairs division, moving them out of City Hall and the main police precinct.
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