""Providing access to government records, documents and data is our municipal responsibility. Embracing and preserving a comprehensive imprint of NYC histories, as representative of our many communities, is the mission of DORIS that I aim to uphold.""
""We have such a rich New York City history when it comes to Stonewall in particular," she told The Advocate, referencing the Trump administration's attempt to erase transgender people from the Stonewall National Monument last year."
""When is the work not queer?" she asks, emphasizing how her identity influences her professional responsibilities."
""It feels to be a moment in NYC political history of great importance and collective endeavor," Smith-Cruz stated following her appointment."
Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz has been appointed as commissioner of the Department of Records and Information Services in New York City. This department is crucial for preserving the city's history and managing public records. Smith-Cruz, a Black lesbian librarian, expressed excitement about her role and the opportunity to work under Mayor Zohran Mamdani. She aims to ensure that the department reflects the diverse histories of NYC communities and emphasizes the importance of access to government information.
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