The deal on a total $112.4 billion city budget includes additional funds for NYC's free preschool program for 3-year-olds but doesn't fully restore cuts as advocated. Mayor Adams' administration and City Council negotiated amid federal aid expiration uncertainties.
While the Education Department budget's city contribution is set to rise by at least $1.6 billion in the final budget, it falls short of offsetting the $2.4 billion federal funding decrease, reflecting a compromise in budget allocations.
Advocates for Children's Executive Director noted the budget deal's $600 million+ allocation for critical education initiatives supported by expiring federal funds, signaling a recognition of the importance of funding support for high-need families in NYC.
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