New York City Public Advocate

Public Advocate of New York City
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since March 19, 2019
Term length4 years; may serve two consecutive terms
Inaugural holderMark Green
Formation1993
SuccessionFirst in the New York City mayoral line of succession
DeputyFirst Deputy Public Advocate, Nick E. Smith[1]
Salary$184,800 USD (2021)[2]
Websiteadvocate.nyc.gov

The office of New York City Public Advocate (President of the City Council) is a citywide elected position in New York City, which has been first in line to succeed the mayor.[3] The office serves as a direct link between the electorate and city government, effectively acting as an ombudsman, or watchdog, for New Yorkers.

  1. ^ www.pubadvocate.nyc.gov/about#deputy-public-advocates/
  2. ^ govsalaries.com/salaries/NY/public-advocate
  3. ^ Coltin, Jeff; Ngo, Emily; Reisman, Nick; Bah, Hajah (August 23, 2023). "Succession: NYC mayoral edition". Politico. Axel Springer SE. Archived from the original on November 11, 2023. Retrieved September 19, 2024.

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