NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today nominated Milton Williams Jr. to serve as chair of the Conflicts of Interest Board (COIB). COIB is the independent city agency tasked with administering, enforcing, and interpreting the city's Conflicts of Interest Law. Its five board members — who serve without compensation — must be selected on the basis of their “independence, integrity, civic commitment, and high ethical standards.” The nomination will be presented to the New York City Council for its advice and consent.
“Milton Williams is an extremely qualified and experienced individual who will help ensure all city employees work with the public’s best interests at heart every day,” said Mayor Adams. “Our city is lucky to have him continue his contributions to public service and commit to ensuring that the city’s public servants are held to the highest ethical standards.”
“The Conflicts of Interest Board is a critical component of good government in our city. It ensures that city employees are informed of and abide by their ethical obligations as public servants,” said City Hall Chief Counsel Brendan McGuire. “Milton Williams’ record of integrity, accomplishment, and collaboration make him an exceptional choice for the position of chair. We are confident that the city and its employees will benefit from his leadership.”
“It is an honor to be asked by Mayor Adams to serve as chairperson of the Conflicts of Interest Board,” said Milton Williams, COIB chair nominee. “I...
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