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1 day ago
NYC politics

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

fromSFGATE
4 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

The Daily Dirt: Is corruption alive and well in New York?

Two major corruption scandals in New York City involve bribery in construction approvals and embezzlement from a nonprofit organization.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Councilmember Investigated Over Possible Bribes In Shelter Contracting, And What Else Happened This Week in Housing

Councilmember Farah Louis is under federal investigation for allegedly steering shelter contracts in exchange for benefits.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago
Non-profit organizations

Former executive director of San Francisco city department arrested

Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
4 days ago

Federal investigation targets NYC council member and sister over shelter deals

Federal authorities are investigating New York City Council member Farah Louis and her sister for possible corruption related to city contracts for migrant shelters.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Four arrested in Brooklyn shelter kickback scheme that's ensnared NYC councilmember Farah Louis

Four individuals were arrested in a federal corruption investigation involving NYC Councilmember Farah Louis and BHRAGS Home Care.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Nonprofit at the center of federal corruption probe still has a $94M city contract

BHRAGS Home Care Corp faces federal bribery and embezzlement charges while holding a $94 million city contract set to begin this summer.
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
7 hours ago

Gearoid O'Sullivan: Would you be happy to have details of your tax affairs paraded in public?

New rules threaten taxpayer privacy by limiting the right to private hearings in the appeals process.
#new-york-city
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
NYC real estate

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Revenue from Albany a common sense solution for working New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City faces a $5.4 billion budget gap due to underbudgeting and state revenue raids.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC BUDGET: Another rating company issues negative financial outlook as City Hall grapples with big deficit | amNewYork

New York City's financial outlook was revised to negative by KBRA, following similar actions by Moody's and S&P, due to budget concerns.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-ed | A responsible path forward for New York City's budget | amNewYork

New York City's budget process is a complex negotiation that impacts community investment and addresses fiscal challenges.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Photos of New York City tenants who hope the mayor makes headway in his crackdown on 'bad landlords'

Frustrated New York City renters face challenges with bad landlords, mold, pests, and accessibility issues.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

NYC Council budget plan averts Mamdani property tax hike, avoids tapping reserves

The City Council plans to close New York's budget gap without tax hikes or using reserves, proposing alternative funding sources instead.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Trash Containerization Program Remains Unfunded in Mamdani's City Budget - Streetsblog New York City

Funding for New York City's trash containerization program is uncertain, risking the continuation of efforts to improve waste management.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Revenue from Albany a common sense solution for working New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City faces a $5.4 billion budget gap due to underbudgeting and state revenue raids.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC BUDGET: Another rating company issues negative financial outlook as City Hall grapples with big deficit | amNewYork

New York City's financial outlook was revised to negative by KBRA, following similar actions by Moody's and S&P, due to budget concerns.
#insurance-fraud
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Restaurateur and friend of Eric Adams pleads not guilty to insurance fraud, alongside 2 men previously sued by GEICO | amNewYork

Zhan Petrosyants and two businessmen were indicted for insurance fraud and money laundering related to fraudulent claims against GEICO.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Restaurateur and friend of Eric Adams pleads not guilty to insurance fraud, alongside 2 men previously sued by GEICO | amNewYork

Zhan Petrosyants and two businessmen were indicted for insurance fraud and money laundering related to fraudulent claims against GEICO.
LGBT
fromGothamist
21 hours ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's Absence From Board of Supervisors Follows Investigation Into Leaked Memo

Jackie Fielder's office is under investigation for leaking a confidential memo regarding the controversial RESET Center approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Education
fromHoodline
2 days ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

"Privacy's Defender is a compelling account of a life well lived and an inspiring call to action for the next generation of civil liberties champions." ~Edward Snowden, whistleblower; author of Permanent Record
Privacy technologies
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Oakland made a big financial mistake failing to collect business taxes, audit finds

Oakland failed to collect owed business taxes, exacerbating financial crises and limiting revenue needed for essential services.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

The Daily Dirt: One man's quest for a STAR rebate

The STAR property tax rebate application was denied due to an income error, which took months to resolve despite a quick fix being possible.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
fromGothamist
2 days ago

New York pension sweeteners could cost $1.5 billion a year

"I think this is a worthwhile investment in the future so that we are protecting the workforce and people can live with the dignity they deserve" when they retire, said state Sen. Jessica Ramos, a Queens Democrat.
Retirement
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Equity advocate turned defendant: Former head of S.F. human rights commission accused of corruption

Sheryl Davis is accused of steering millions of dollars to Collective Impact, a San Francisco-based nonprofit she previously ran as executive director, according to a criminal complaint filed Monday by the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.
Non-profit organizations
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Hochul in talks to make fat pork union deal that could lower retirement age for teachers to 55 - at staggering cost to taxpayers

Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a $1.5 billion deal to lower retirement age for public workers from 62 to 55, impacting taxpayers significantly.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

SoCal hospice owners bilked taxpayers for millions in false claims, federal officials say

Eight individuals were arrested and 15 charged in a scheme to defraud Medicare of over $50 million by running sham hospice facilities across Southern California. Federal officials described the actions as brazen efforts to commit fraud, with many billed patients not being terminally ill.
Healthcare
#new-york
fromPolitics NY
3 days ago
Poker

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with NYS Gaming Commission's Division of Charitable Gaming Director Stacy Harvey

fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago
NYC politics

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
fromGothamist
4 days ago
NYC politics

Gov. Hochul, lawmakers to miss NY budget deadline yet again

New York's state budget will be late again, marking the seventh consecutive year without an on-time budget.
Poker
fromPolitics NY
3 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with NYS Gaming Commission's Division of Charitable Gaming Director Stacy Harvey

The New York State Gaming Commission oversees charitable gaming, ensuring compliance and revenue management for authorized organizations.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

Help for rent-stabilized landlords appears unlikely as Mamdani's board kicks off

Data on rent increases in New York reveals conflicting interpretations between tenant advocates and landlord groups regarding financial realities.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Gov. Hochul, lawmakers to miss NY budget deadline yet again

New York's state budget will be late again, marking the seventh consecutive year without an on-time budget.
#bribery
Boston
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.
Brooklyn
fromSpectrumlocalnews
4 days ago

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn bribery scheme: Feds indict four for corruption tied to nonprofit, and possibly prominent officials | amNewYork

Four individuals were arrested in connection with a bribery and kickback scheme involving a New York City nonprofit.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
NYC politics
fromAol
4 days ago

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.
Brooklyn
fromDailycaller
4 days ago

Feds Probe Hochul Aide, Councilwoman For Alleged Migrant Shelter Scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving aides to Governor Hochul and a city councilwoman related to migrant shelter funding.
Boston
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant turned contractor charged in alleged bribery scheme

A former NYPD sergeant was arrested on bribery and conspiracy charges related to city contracts awarded to his security company.
Brooklyn
fromSpectrumlocalnews
4 days ago

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn bribery scheme: Feds indict four for corruption tied to nonprofit, and possibly prominent officials | amNewYork

Four individuals were arrested in connection with a bribery and kickback scheme involving a New York City nonprofit.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
4 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
NYC politics
fromAol
4 days ago

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.
Brooklyn
fromDailycaller
4 days ago

Feds Probe Hochul Aide, Councilwoman For Alleged Migrant Shelter Scheme

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving aides to Governor Hochul and a city councilwoman related to migrant shelter funding.
US news
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.
Humor
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Don't Write 'April Fools' On Your Tax Return Or Try A Trump-Protest Stunt Because The IRS Won't Be Laughing - Above the Law

Filing incorrect tax returns as a protest is illegal and can lead to serious consequences.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
19 hours ago

Op-Ed | Overhauling New York's paid medical leave law would benefit small businesses | amNewYork

New York's Temporary Disability Insurance program inadequately supports injured workers, providing only $170 per week, a figure unchanged since 1989.
Education
fromFox News
1 day ago

NYC schools track bathroom time with digital hall passes

SmartPass digital hall pass system in NYC schools tracks student movement and time outside class, aiming to improve safety and accountability.
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1 day ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
#new-york-city-council
US politics
fromThe Lever
3 days ago

The Quiet Fortune Of NYC's Top Anti-Tax Democrat

A New York City Council speaker opposes tax increases while concealing her family's multimillion-dollar wealth through disclosure loopholes.
New York City
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
US politics
fromThe Lever
3 days ago

The Quiet Fortune Of NYC's Top Anti-Tax Democrat

A New York City Council speaker opposes tax increases while concealing her family's multimillion-dollar wealth through disclosure loopholes.
New York City
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

City Council adds free transit proposal to its preliminary budget response

City Council proposes an alternative budget to address a $6 billion shortfall without raising taxes or cutting essential services.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

DOJ Cracks Down on Unfair Contracts with New Lawsuit Against NewYork-Presbyterian - MedCity News

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for using restrictive contracts to block lower-cost healthcare plans.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
fromInvestigative Post
1 day ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

'Didn't know we had a landlord' - fatal Queens house fire exposes squalor, violations

"The landlord did not pay attention to this house whatsoever. We didn't even know we had a landlord."
NYC real estate
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
#san-francisco
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
SF politics
from48 hills
3 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
SF politics
from48 hills
3 days ago

SF budget picture improves as mayor tries to cut the tax that is part of the recovery - 48 hills

San Francisco's financial outlook is improving, driven by increased tax revenues, particularly from high-end real estate transactions.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromNy1
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromAP News
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for potential bribery and kickbacks related to city contracts for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Federal prosecutors investigating if NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider: report

Federal prosecutors are investigating Brooklyn officials for possible bribery related to contracts for a migrant shelter provider.
Brooklyn
fromNy1
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption probe linked to NYC shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for alleged bribery and misuse of city funds for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromAP News
4 days ago

4 arrested in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter operator, AP source says

Federal authorities arrested four individuals linked to a Brooklyn nonprofit under investigation for potential bribery and kickbacks related to city contracts for homeless shelters.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Federal prosecutors investigating if NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider: report

Federal prosecutors are investigating Brooklyn officials for possible bribery related to contracts for a migrant shelter provider.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
19 hours ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
22 hours ago

Doomed to fail: Why Rent Guidelines Board always gets it wrong

The Rent Guidelines Board's process is ineffective and cannot set appropriate rent increases for diverse tenants.
New York City
fromPBS News
1 day ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani wants to crack down on 'bad landlords.' First he has to find them

Tenants face challenges identifying landlords due to corporate ownership structures, complicating accountability and enforcement of housing laws.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 day ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani fires back at Menin over City Council's budget response, charges it ignores bigger financial problems | amNewYork

Mamdani stated that the City Council's budget strategy effectively ensures this structural deficit will continue indefinitely, impacting vital city services and failing to solve deep financial problems.
New York City
#nyc-community-boards
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromThe Center Square
3 days ago

New York Democrats block Blakeman's access to public funds

New York Democrats denied Bruce Blakeman access to public financing, potentially undermining his gubernatorial campaign against Kathy Hochul.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | Finding the fare' way forward, for New Yorkers and the budget | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's plan for a fare-free bus system faces funding challenges, but the City Council proposes expanding the Fair Fares program for low-income New Yorkers.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
4 days ago

Former Brooklyn-based nonprofit leaders indicted for allegedly embezzling over $1.3 million

Former nonprofit leaders indicted for embezzling over $1.3 million intended for vulnerable New Yorkers.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
New York City
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

NYC is so broke, the Brooklyn Bridge might get roommates

The City Council proposes renting hidden rooms in the Brooklyn Bridge to generate revenue for New York City.
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

Mamdani crackdown targets condo and co-op tax cheats

Residency requirements for voting in New York are ambiguous, impacting co-op and condo owners amid new tax abatement documentation rules.
NYC politics
fromFox News
4 days ago

NYC Dem, Hochul aide under investigation over alleged migrant shelter bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
New York City
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

It Will Be a Scandal If Mamdani Can't Pay EMS Workers Better

Raising wages for emergency medical-services workers in New York City is essential and urgent, given their low pay and challenging working conditions.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC public servants behind FDNY safety tool, vending machines and shelter food tracking honored with Hayes awards

NYC honors city workers for innovative projects improving government services at the fourth annual Hayes Innovation Prize ceremony.
New York City
fromCity Journal
5 days ago

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Editorial | The billion-dollar problem that is CityFHEPS, and how to solve it in the NYC budget | amNewYork

CityFHEPS expenses surged from $176 million to $834 million, with projected costs reaching $1.2 billion in fiscal year 2025.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Union workers, Council members urge Mamdani to fully fund city's labor watchdog agency as budget deficit fears grow | amNewYork

Union workers rallied for full funding of the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts by Mayor Mamdani.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
6 days ago

Unions, NYC council members to rally for DCWP funding

Labor unions and advocates rally to demand full funding for the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection amid proposed budget cuts.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 week ago

NYC Council launches public dashboards for budget expenses, projected revenue

The city council launched public budget dashboards to enhance transparency in budget expenses and revenue expectations.
#nyc-budget
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
New York City

NYC BUDGET: City Hall approves first round of savings after Mamdani told agencies to tighten belts | amNewYork

fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Trying To Tax Us Into Oblivion': Top NYC Republican Hammers Mamdani's Preliminary Budget

New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYC BUDGET: City Hall approves first round of savings after Mamdani told agencies to tighten belts | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration identified over $1.7 billion in savings to address NYC's budget gap through various efficiency measures.
fromForbes
1 month ago
NYC politics

'Trying To Tax Us Into Oblivion': Top NYC Republican Hammers Mamdani's Preliminary Budget

New York City
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Mamdani's Master Class in Impression Management

New York's mayor showcases political symbolism during Eid-al-Fitr celebrations, emphasizing the diversity and unity of the Muslim community.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Editorial | NYC spends too much money. It's time to get things under control. | amNewYork

New York City faces a $7.3 billion budget deficit over two fiscal years due to chronic overspending relative to revenue, with structural imbalances threatening municipal bond ratings.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Mamdani orders new 'Chief Savings Officers' at city agencies

Under Executive Order 12, according to a press statement from the city, each agency will now have five days to appoint an existing senior employee as Chief Savings Officer and grant them the relevant staff and information. This employee will have 45 days to complete a comprehensive assessment of their agency's spending, analyzing the most expensive programs to understand major drivers of cost, as well as the highest-performing programs, to try to replicate successes.
US politics
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 weeks ago

Mamdani pledged a 'culture of transparency.' But he's not ready to hand over these gov't records.

Mayor Mamdani promised transparency and accountability but delayed releasing AI program records, citing FOIL request backlogs similar to his predecessor's approach.
NYC politics
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

NYC Council Pushes Ahead With Pay Raise Plan

New York City Council is advancing a pay increase package for elected officials during a budget crisis, bypassing the standard quadrennial commission review process.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
3 weeks ago

Top FDNY leaders in hot seat during budget oversight hearing

Mayor Mamdani's $127B budget proposal for 2027 requires agencies to find efficiencies to address a $5.4B deficit, with the FDNY facing scrutiny over spending, infrastructure repairs, and EMS wage equity.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
3 weeks ago

'Why is our budget so out of whack?' NYC comptroller testifies on multibillion-dollar budget gap

Mayor Mamdani faces a $5.4B budget gap for fiscal year 2027 and must choose between a wealth tax or property tax increases to balance the $127B budget by June.
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