Vote Solar, For A Judgment Pursuant To Article 78 Of The Civil Practice Law And Rules v. New York City Department Of Correction

As part of its advocacy efforts in support of the Renewable Rikers Plan, which aims to

repurpose Rikers Island for green infrastructure uses once the jail complex closes, Vote Solar has

submitted three Freedom of Information Law (“FOIL”) requests to the New York City

Department of Correction (“DOC”).

In particular, Vote Solar seeks disclosure of certain records relating to Rikers Island

housing units and environmental conditions.

The requested records are vital to effectuating the Renewable Rikers Plan and to realizing

the benefits that a green Rikers Island will offer to New Yorkers.

In violation of the clear requirements imposed on DOC by New York’s FOIL and despite

Vote Solar’s presumptive right to the requested records, DOC has consistently ignored its

statutory obligations, repeatedly failed to meet its self-imposed production deadlines, and failed

to provide an explanation for its delay or a date by which it will respond.

Causes of Action

1. ARTICLE 78 REVIEW OF WRONGFUL DENIAL OF FOIL REQUEST 2023FR0772

2. ARTICLE 78 REVIEW OF WRONGFUL DENIAL OF FOIL REQUEST 2024FR1017