NYC library cuts stand in Mayor Adams’ $112 billion budget proposal
by Gothamist
Gothamist— People gather to watch the solar eclipse outside the Brooklyn Public Library main branch on April 8, 2024. The mayor has restored some of his unpopular cuts but is resisting calls to fully fund libraries and seven-day service at over 200 branches. [ more › ]
New York Post—Mayor Adams' new budget sets NYC (and him) up for big trouble in Summer 2025. By using city tax receipts to fund education and migrant spending, Mayor Adams’ new budget is increasing the hole he’ll have to close in his next budget, even as he runs fo re-election.
Audacy—Mayor Bass’ proposed budget: more cops, less housing. With Los Angeles facing a $469 million budget deficit, Mayor Karen Bass made significant spending cuts in her proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, including to her Inside Safe program.
Gothamist—NYC can reduce speed limits this summer, but is Mayor Adams ready?. New York City is allowed to reduce its speed limits to 20 mph, but it could be a long time before drivers are forced to slow down. [ more › ]