History

Citywide and Community District Education Council Conduct, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy and Complaint Procedures (“the regulation” or “D-210”) governs the speech and conduct of the elected and appointed members of the Citywide and Community District Education Councils (“CCECs”) and establishes procedures for the filing and resolution of complaints of violations of this regulation. 

This regulation was amended and issued on December 18, 2025, and supersedes the prior version of the regulation, which was issued on December 22, 2021.  

The regulation’s primary goals are to promote CCEC professionalism; foster and maintain positive, supportive environments for CCEC members; and reinforce New York City Public Schools’ (“NYCPS”) commitment to ensuring school communities are free from discrimination, harassment, bias, racism, and intimidation.

How to file a complaint

Individuals may file complaints alleging violations of Chancellor’s Regulation D-210 by submitting them to the ECO by email, phone, or mail, using the contact information provided below.

Equity Compliance Officer
N.Y.C. Department of Education
52 Chambers Street - Room 405
New York, NY 10007
Telephone: 212-374-5101
Email: D210intake@schools.nyc.gov

Complaints must state the name of the complainant(s) and include a telephone number or email address where they may be contacted.

Complaints should also include the following information, to the extent available:

1. Identity of the Council Member(s) alleged to have violated this regulation;
2. A description of the events relating to such alleged violation, including date(s) and location(s),as applicable; and
3. The provisions of Section IV of D-210 that have been allegedly violated.

Investigative Process 

Equity Compliance Officer Investigation and Report 

The Equity Compliance Officer (“ECO”) is responsible for receiving, responding to, processing, and investigating complaints alleging violations of D-210.

The ECO will review a complaint to determine if it alleges conduct prohibited by D-210. All investigations are conducted confidentially to respect the privacy of the parties and witnesses involved, and retaliation is strictly prohibited. Please note that anonymous complaints will not be accepted.

The ECO will take steps to interview complainants and witnesses, who are encouraged to provide evidence as part of the investigation process. Respondents will have an opportunity to address the allegations before a finding is rendered. If a Respondent chooses not to participate in the investigation, the ECO will make a finding based on the available evidence. Upon completion of the investigation, the ECO will prepare findings and a recommendation as to whether a violation of the regulation has occurred.

Review by the Equity Council 

The "Equity Council," which is comprised of parent leaders from the CCECs and Chancellor’s Parent Advisory Council (“CPAC”), reviews the ECO’s findings and recommendations and may offer its own recommendations to the ECO. In the event of a disagreement between the ECO and the Equity Council, the recommendation of the ECO shall govern.

Chancellor Determination and Conciliation 

Before any enforcement action is taken, CCEC members subject to such action will have an opportunity for conciliation with the Chancellor or Chancellor’s designee. However, the Chancellor may suspend or remove a Council Member without offering an opportunity for conciliation if the conduct is criminal, poses an immediate danger to the safety or welfare of students or any NYCPS employee, or in the judgment of the Chancellor, is contrary to the best interest of the New York City school district.  

Confidentiality 

Rights under the Regulation 

We respect all participants’ rights throughout this process. The ECO interviews all parties individually and in a private setting. No other parties are permitted to be present during these interviews. 

Respondents are advised of the specific allegations against them at the time of the interview. They can respond to the allegations, provide additional evidence, and identify witnesses at that time. 

The names of the complainant and witnesses are not shared. No recordings of the interview are permitted.  

Both complainants and respondents will be informed of the determination in writing. Witnesses will not be informed of the determination.

Retaliation 

Retaliation is not tolerated under any circumstances. Any complaints of retaliation will be promptly investigated, and appropriate corrective action will be taken. 

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