On June 27, 2025, the City Council unanimously approved a nearly $116 billion budget for FY 2026, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance funding for key services. This budget included around $2 billion in new allocations aimed at education, culture, and public safety, marking a notable shift from previous austerity measures. Speaker Adrienne Adams highlighted the collective advocacy that shaped this budget and expressed commitment to ensuring it meets the diverse needs of New Yorkers, emphasizing the importance of fostering a city where families can thrive, not merely survive.
The spending plan is filled with nearly $2 billion in additional spending, which is going toward standing up new city programs and raising funding levels for many other existing ones.
This shows that together, we can build a city where the budget reflects all of our needs, where families can afford not just to survive, but live and flourish right here.
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