Policy
New York State
What you need to know about New York’s new statewide public campaign finance program
The new system promises to bring some big changes, including lower contribution limits.
Policy
The costs of New York’s stadiums
The new Willets Point soccer stadium will be privately funded, but since 1968, Madison Square Garden hasn’t been paying property taxes.
MTA
Can Hochul help the MTA avoid its impending financial crisis?
Experts agree the governor and state lawmakers need to step in to provide aid to the transportation agency heading into the next legislative session.
New York State
‘It’s a marathon.’ Chris Smalls talks Amazon union gameplan after setbacks
Outside a billionaire studded conference, Smalls called for political support for his union. Eric Adams wasn’t there to get the message.
MTA
MTA in need of new funding source, DiNapoli says
Filling massive operating budget deficits will require more than finding cost efficiency savings, a new report from the state comptroller said.
News & Politics
New York City agencies to involuntarily admit more severely mentally ill persons for evaluations
Mayor Eric Adams clarified Tuesday that people do not have to be a danger to themselves or others to receive help.
Policy
Post-election, it’s veto season for Kathy Hochul
The New York governor has vetoed 39 bills aimed at creating commissions and task forces because of their financial impact.
New York City
How NYC’s Code Blue emergency notice aims to protect homeless people
When temperatures drop, the city tries to eliminate barriers to sheltering people – but advocates worry about police involvement.
Heard Around Town
Advocates expect Hochul to sign bitcoin mining moratorium
Assembly Member Anna Kelles does not expect chapter amendments that would alter the proposed moratorium on proof-of-work cryptocurrency mining.
Policy
New York City will cut some of its 21,000 vacant government positions
As the city eliminates more unfilled jobs, its ability to hire for crucial remaining positions and retain existing employees is key.
Policy
A ‘missed opportunity’ in using data for New York City social services, report says
A new analysis by the Center for an Urban Future includes recommendations for how the city can leverage data to improve on social services delivery.
Policy
Bill looks to improve housing assignments for transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and intersex people in New York City jails
The legislation sponsored by City Council Member Keith Powers is aimed at giving some of the most vulnerable people in custody more say in securing housing that aligns with their gender identity.
Heard Around Town
No Gucci, yes homeless housing, in pending Innovation QNS deal
The Astoria development seems likely to happen with City Council Member Julie Won’s support.
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Policy
Brock Pierce wants to educate New York lawmakers about crypto
The crypto entrepreneur and billionaire said he’s steeped in New York politics and legislation – including a proposed moratorium on Bitcoin mining.
Policy
Future of New York City transit network topic of City & State’s 2022 Transportation Summit
Key issues discussed at the event included technology, safety and the push towards electrification
Policy
New York City’s budget just grew to $104 billion. Here’s what you need to know.
Mayor Eric Adams told agencies to find 3% savings across the board and (nearly) all of them did.
Policy
E-bike battery fires spike spurs New York City Council to rethink regulation
Lawmakers reconsidered how to best maintain safety without hurting disadvantaged workers' livelihoods.
Policy
New York City is down about 21,000 government workers
A new report from the state comptroller’s office found that New York City municipal attrition continues to outpace hiring.
Policy
At Somos, New Yorkers weigh in on the Puerto Rican utility crisis
At two very different events, New York politicians discussed Luma Energy.
Policy
