NYC Council Proposes Budget to Restore Cuts and Expand Services

The proposal includes reversing cuts to early childhood programs, school food, and library services, and adding funds for mental health.

New York City Council unveils budget response to Mayor Eric Adams, calling for reversal of recent budget cuts and additional funding for several programs.
Council's plan proposes restoring $170 million to early childhood education, $60 million for school food, and funds to revive Sunday library service.
Identified higher tax revenues and available funds than projected, allowing for restoration of cuts and replacement of expiring federal relief funds.
Council aims to protect programs propped up by federal dollars, including preschool special education and the Learning to Work program.
Budget plan also seeks to address the city's affordability crisis and support working and middle-class families through investments in housing and education.