Tag: Budget

• Mayor Mamdani names Kenny Maniah SBS commissioner; administration touts nearly $6M saved, expands Business Express and free lease legal aid

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  Jun 2

  Zohran Mamdani’s administration announced a new Commissioner of the Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and outlined small-business relief measures including an expanded Business Express service team, free legal help… more ›

• NYCEDC Defends Capital “Smoothing” at FY27 Hearing — Unveils $100M City-Backed Insurance Plan and $30M Cityback Groceries Pilot

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  Jun 1

  New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) testified at a May 29, 2026 FY27 executive budget hearing about changes to its capital commitment plan, a new city-backed insurance program for… more ›

• NYC EDC Allocates $30M for La Marqueta Buildout, Issues Summer RFI for Discounted “Core Basket” Grocery Pilot

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  Jun 1

  NYC Economic Development Corporation officials told the City Council at the May 29, 2026 FY27 executive budget hearing that the city will use a $30 million capital subsidy for the… more ›

• City Council Seeks $32M More for Worker & Consumer Enforcement as DCWP Proposes $78.4M Budget, 77 New Hires and 19% Vacancy Rate

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  Jun 1

  The New York City Council held a joint FY27 executive budget hearing on May 29, 2026, about the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), focusing on whether the Council… more ›

• NYC DOT Begins Scoping $30M 44th Drive Pedestrian & Bike Upgrades — Council Flags City Plan Showing Funding Starting 2029, Putting 2028 Design Start in Question

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  Jun 1

  The City Council asked the Department of Transportation (DOT) on May 29, 2026 for the exact capital‑funding start date and schedule for $30 million in pedestrian and cycling improvements along… more ›

• NYC DOT Agrees to Share Nonpublic Breakdown of ~600 Automated Enforcement Cameras with Council After Racial Equity Push — Won’t Publish Exact Map

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  Jun 1

  NYC Council members pressed the Department of Transportation (DOT) at the May 29, 2026 FY27 executive budget hearing to provide the Council with a detailed, non‑public breakdown (by council district… more ›

• NYC DOT Earmarks $16.9M and 70 Jobs for FY27 Bus Action Plan — Won’t Commit to Local Law 195’s 30‑Mile Protected Bus‑Lane Target

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  Jun 1

  The Department of Transportation (DOT) told the City Council at its May 29, 2026 FY27 executive budget hearing that the administration is adding $16.9 million and 70 new positions for… more ›

• NYC Council Approves $35.2 Million Boost in Library Funding for FY27 to Combat Staffing Shortages and Service Gaps

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  May 27

  The New York City Council held a crucial hearing on May 26, 2026, regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Executive Budget, focusing on the proposed funding increase for the city’s… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils $26 Million Initiative to Combat Hate Crimes During Pre-Shavuot Celebration

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  May 19

  Mayor Zohran Mamdani hosted a pre-Shavuot celebration at Gracie Mansion on May 18, 2026, marking Jewish American Heritage Month. During this event, he announced a significant funding increase for hate… more ›

• NYC Launches $70 Million Initiative for City-Owned Grocery Stores to Combat Rising Food Prices

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  May 19

  The New York City government has announced an initiative to establish city-owned grocery stores aimed at combating rising food prices in underserved neighborhoods. At a press conference on May 18,… more ›

• NYC Mayor Mamdani Allocates $31.7 Million for Permanent Public Library Funding to Boost Services

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  May 18

  Funding for NYC Public Libraries | New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced $31.7 million in new permanent funding for public libraries, aimed at reducing budget struggles and expanding services.… more ›

• NYC Council Advocates for Low-Income Residents in Mayor’s $124.7B Budget Proposal

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  May 15

  The New York City Council met on May 14, 2026, to discuss the mayor’s executive budget for fiscal year 2027, focusing on proposals intended to support low-income residents. The council… more ›

• NYC to Invest $149 Million in Special Education, Aiming to Reduce Litigation Costs and Enhance Services

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  May 13

  As New York City prepares for the fiscal year 2027, Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Executive Budget Presentation emphasizes significant investments in special education services. This initiative aims to enhance access for… more ›

• Mayor Mamdani Unveils $124.7 Billion NYC Budget, Eliminating $12 Billion Deficit with Fair Tax Reforms

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  May 13

  New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2027, successfully eliminating a $12 billion deficit. During the Executive Budget Presentation on May 12, 2026, the… more ›

• New York City Announces Balanced Budget with Focus on Enhancing Street Safety and Infrastructure

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  May 13

  New York City officials recently announced a fully balanced executive budget, which includes significant investments aimed at enhancing street safety. The budget focuses on various initiatives, including funding for parks,… more ›