Overview

• The new budget reverses $58.3 million in proposed library cuts and restores $20 million for early childhood education.
• The budget includes $2 billion for affordable housing construction and preservation.
• Three City Council members dissented, criticizing increased police spending over social programs.
• Mayor Adams's initial cuts had faced significant backlash from the public and advocacy groups.
• The budget deal is expected to bolster Adams's standing ahead of next year's re-election campaign.