$2.4 Billion Is Not Enough for New York's Migrant Crisis, Adams Says
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is requesting the state to contribute at least half of the $4.6 billion needed to care for migrants in the city, in addition to the $2.4 billion already promised.
The federal government refused to commit to dividing the cost of sheltering migrants equally, leaving the city to rely on the state for more funds. [ more ]
Unionized teachers at San Jose charter school vote no confidence in CEO over budget slashes and school shutdown
Unionized teachers at Downtown College Prep expressed no confidence in the CEO due to budget cuts and school closure affecting low-income students of color in San Jose. [ more ]
East San Jose school district money problems may prompt takeover - San Jose Spotlight
The Alum Rock Union School District is facing a significant financial deficit of $20.8 million, leading to the potential closure of schools.
The district's board is under pressure to make tough decisions and create a comprehensive fiscal plan with community input to address the financial challenges. [ more ]
Mayor Adams Walks Back Budget Cuts, but No Reprieve for Libraries
Mayor Eric Adams proposed a revised $111.6 billion budget, restoring $2.3 billion to offset previous cuts based on better than expected tax revenue. [ more ]
Mayor Adams seeks to oust outspoken chairwoman of NYPD oversight board: sources
Mayor Eric Adams seeks to remove interim chairwoman of the CCRB due to her outspoken criticism of budget cuts affecting the board's efficiency. [ more ]
Adams trashes cuts to NYC park litter baskets in another surprise rollback of budget slashes
The planned removal of thousands of litter baskets in New York City has been reversed, with Mayor Eric Adams announcing that funding will be restored for the Department of Sanitation's litter basket service.
The reversal of budget cuts to the NYPD, FDNY, and an employment initiative through the Park Department were also announced by Mayor Adams. [ more ]
Mayor Adams restores $500 million for education, leaves questions about free child care in NYC
Mayor Adams announced $514 million in restored funding for education programs, including mental health care, career readiness, and literacy, with uncertainty remaining for the future of 3-K. [ more ]
Market Match program, which doubles CalFresh dollars at farmer's market, may be slashed
The proposed state budget cuts may eliminate funding for the Market Match program, affecting low-income individuals' access to affordable produce. [ more ]
Climate and clean transportation bears the brunt of Newsom budget cuts
Gov. Newsom's proposed budget in California would cut and delay $4.8 billion from climate and transportation efforts, including subsidies for electric vehicles and clean energy programs.
Environmental advocates are concerned that these cuts will hinder California's ability to combat climate change and protect against climate extremes.
To avoid deeper general fund cuts, Newsom is proposing $1 billion in backfill spending by shifting costs to a fund that receives revenue from the state's cap-and-trade program. [ more ]
Summer Rising will face reduced hours this year. Here's what NYC families should know.
Applications for NYC's free summer program are open to K-8 children, but middle schoolers will have reduced hours due to budget cuts.
Summer Rising program includes academic instruction and enrichment activities, open to all NYC children K-8, with changes in application process and timing. [ more ]
Social workers, 3-K, community schools on chopping block as NYC's federal aid expires
New York City's Education Department won't face further budget cuts this spring due to better revenue, but faces significant cuts from expiring federal aid.
Advocates warn that the city must quickly replace expiring federal aid to avoid devastating cuts to essential education programs. [ more ]
NYC says District 75 school cuts aren't happening, but some are skeptical
The New York City Education Department is pledging not to move forward with tens of millions of dollars in budget cuts to District 75 programs for students with disabilities.
School staffers are still receiving mixed messages about the budget cuts, with some principals being instructed to cut their budgets and others being told there are no cuts happening. [ more ]
Modern slavery less of a priority for Sunak's government' as budget cut by 100,000
The anti-slavery commissioner warns that modern slavery is less of a priority under Rishi Sunak's government and her budget has been cut by over £100,000.
There are concerns about the lack of resources and staff in tackling modern slavery in the UK, with the anti-slavery commissioner having only two members on her team. [ more ]
I.R.S. Commissioner Aims to Show Progress Amid Threats of Budget Cuts
Daniel Werfel has made improvements to the IRS, such as clearing backlogs and reducing wait times, but Republicans still accuse him of intrusive behavior.
Werfel will face a hostile reception as he defends his agency's budget and explains the benefits of a well-funded IRS. [ more ]
Six Queens cultural institutions among those leading the charge in urging Mayor Adams to sustain arts funding - QNS.com
Leaders of cultural institutions in NYC are urging Mayor Eric Adams to reconsider proposed budget cuts to the arts.
The proposed cuts would disproportionately affect Queens' cultural scene and could result in reductions in staffing, programming, and community outreach. [ more ]
Are far-right Republicans in the House about to sink Mike Johnson's speakership?
Mike Johnson's background as an anti-LGBTQ+ crusader and flirtation with Christian nationalism made him a favored choice for speaker of the House, but he is now facing challenges from the far-right members of the House demanding budget cuts or a shutdown of the federal government.
Johnson is in a no-win situation as he negotiates a deal with Democrats to avoid government shutdown, facing pushback from the right and the automatic rejection of their demands by the Democratic-controlled Senate. [ more ]
NYC to roll out next round of migrant budget cuts as mayor vows to spare libraries
Mayor Eric Adams' administration is set to unveil its latest round of budget cuts on Tuesday.
The cuts are necessary to close the budget gap created by the migrant crisis that has brought nearly 170,000 new arrivals to the shelter system. [ more ]
Parent leaders came to Education Department officials with the idea of relaxing the bake sale rules during an October meeting of the Chancellor's Parent Advisory Committee.
New York City education officials are considering relaxing a rule that limits bake sales in schools in order to help schools make up for budget cuts.
Parent leaders have suggested relaxing the bake sale rules as a way to raise funds for schools during financially stringent times. [ more ]
Climate and clean transportation bears the brunt of Newsom budget cuts
Gov. Newsom's proposed budget in California would cut and delay $4.8 billion from climate and transportation efforts, including subsidies for electric vehicles and clean energy programs.
Environmental advocates are concerned that these cuts will hinder California's ability to combat climate change and protect against climate extremes.
To avoid deeper general fund cuts, Newsom is proposing $1 billion in backfill spending by shifting costs to a fund that receives revenue from the state's cap-and-trade program. [ more ]
Climate and clean transportation bears the brunt of Newsom budget cuts
Gov. Newsom's proposed budget in California would cut and delay $4.8 billion from climate and transportation efforts, including subsidies for electric vehicles and clean energy programs.
Environmental advocates are concerned that these cuts will hinder California's ability to combat climate change and protect against climate extremes.
To avoid deeper general fund cuts, Newsom is proposing $1 billion in backfill spending by shifting costs to a fund that receives revenue from the state's cap-and-trade program. [ more ]
Adams to ask Albany to extend control of schools amid budget crunch
Albany lawmakers are considering whether to strip New York City of control over its schools due to issues such as reduced class sizes and a surge of migrant students.
Mayor Eric Adams and his administration are lobbying for more funding for the migrant crisis, housing tax breaks, and a crackdown on illegal smoke shops. [ more ]
Adams to ask Albany to extend control of schools amid budget crunch
Albany lawmakers are considering whether to strip New York City of control over its schools due to issues such as reduced class sizes and a surge of migrant students.
Mayor Eric Adams and his administration are lobbying for more funding for the migrant crisis, housing tax breaks, and a crackdown on illegal smoke shops. [ more ]