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Mamdani's NYC FY27 Budget Balances Without Raising Property Taxes
politics14 days ago

Mamdani's NYC FY27 Budget Balances Without Raising Property Taxes

Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveils a $124.7 billion FY2027 budget that balances a multi‑billion‑dollar gap without increasing property taxes, enabled by state aid, delayed pension payments, new revenue (including a pied‑à‑terre tax), and efficiency savings. The plan funds expanded libraries, parks, transit affordability, education and childcare, and a major NYCHA investment, marking a shift away from austerity — though officials warn out‑year deficits remain and reserves should be strengthened to weather uncertainty.

via ABC7 New York|
#albany#nyc-budget-2027#nycha
politics3 months ago

Mamdani’s tax-the-rich push tests Hochul as NYC budget fight heats up

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani used a budget briefing to push Gov. Kathy Hochul to raise taxes on the wealthiest residents and big corporations to close a projected city budget gap, arriving as Hochul launches her reelection. Hochul dismissed the timing, arguing the state has boosted NYC funding and will bring in about $17 billion in extra revenue this year, while watchdogs say the gap could be smaller (around $8 billion) and the political clash underscores tensions in the state-city fiscal relationship ahead of the 2026 campaign.

via Politico|
#albany#hochul#new-york-city-budget
From Backbench to Mayor, Mamdani Recasts Albany’s Leftward Agenda
politics4 months ago

From Backbench to Mayor, Mamdani Recasts Albany’s Leftward Agenda

Albany’s newly inaugurated mayor, Zohran Mamdani, returned to the State Capitol in a police motorcade for his first official Albany visit since taking office, meeting lawmakers and signaling support for tax increases on the wealthy to fund universal childcare and expanded affordability initiatives, underscoring a leftward shift in New York politics and promising to be a regular Albany presence to push his agenda.

via The New York Times|
#albany#childcare#mayor
Tragedy Strikes as Two Children Die After Falling Through Ice in NY
tragedy1 year ago

Tragedy Strikes as Two Children Die After Falling Through Ice in NY

An 11-year-old girl died after attempting to rescue a 12-year-old boy who fell through the ice at Washington Park Lake in Albany, New York. The boy had tried to walk across the frozen lake and fell in, prompting the girl to follow in an attempt to save him. Both children were pulled from the water by emergency responders, but the girl succumbed to her injuries after being hospitalized. The incident highlights the dangers of venturing onto thin ice, prompting warnings from local officials.

via syracuse.com|
#albany#childsafety#communitywarning
Tragic Ice Accident in Albany Claims Young Life, Leaves Another Critical
local-news1 year ago

Tragic Ice Accident in Albany Claims Young Life, Leaves Another Critical

A 12-year-old boy died and an 11-year-old girl is in critical condition after falling through ice at Washington Park Lake in Albany, New York. The girl attempted to save the boy, who fell while trying to walk across the lake. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but the boy was found dead, and the girl was hospitalized. The incident has prompted local authorities to place warning signs around the lake and offer crisis support to affected students and staff at North Albany Middle School.

via CNN|
#albany#child-safety#community-support
Tragic Ice Accident in Albany: Boy Dead, Girl Critical
tragedy1 year ago

Tragic Ice Accident in Albany: Boy Dead, Girl Critical

A 12-year-old boy has died and an 11-year-old girl is in critical condition after falling through ice at Washington Park Lake in Albany, New York. The boy fell while attempting to walk across the lake, and the girl fell while trying to help him. Both were students at North Albany Middle School. The incident highlights the dangers of walking on ice, prompting community mourning and safety reminders.

via CBS News|
#albany#child-safety#drowning
Tragic Ice Accident Claims Boy's Life, Injures Girl in Albany Park
tragedy1 year ago

Tragic Ice Accident Claims Boy's Life, Injures Girl in Albany Park

A 12-year-old boy has died and an 11-year-old girl is critically injured after falling through ice at Washington Square Park in Albany, New York. The incident occurred when the boy attempted to walk toward the lake house and the girl tried to help him. The boy's body was recovered by the New York State Police underwater recovery team, while the girl was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital. Both children were students at North Albany Middle School, and the school community is mourning the loss.

via NBC News|
#albany#child-fatalities#ice-accident
Two Killed in Albany Thruway Tractor-Trailer Crash
accident2 years ago

Two Killed in Albany Thruway Tractor-Trailer Crash

Two people died in a tractor-trailer rollover crash on I-87 in Albany, New York. The tractor-trailer struck a concrete barrier and overturned onto a northbound passenger car. The victims were identified as Sabrina Bermudez and Paul Keiley. The driver of the tractor-trailer is in stable but critical condition, and the vehicle passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The northbound lanes were closed for eight hours for investigation and have since reopened.

via NEWS10 ABC|
#accident#albany#fatal-crash
"Tragic Loss: NFL Prospect AJ Simon Dies at 25 Before Draft"
sports2 years ago

"Tragic Loss: NFL Prospect AJ Simon Dies at 25 Before Draft"

Former Albany defensive lineman and NFL draft hopeful, Amitral 'AJ' Simon, tragically passed away at the age of 25, just days before the 2024 NFL draft. The cause of his death has not been confirmed. Simon was remembered as a tremendous young man and teammate, having achieved accolades during his college football career. His sudden death comes shortly after the tragic passing of Texas A&M-Commerce wide receiver Keith Miller III.

via Daily Mail|
#albany#college-football#draft
"Tragic Loss: UAlbany Football Star AJ Simon Dies at 25, Just Before NFL Draft"
sports2 years ago

"Tragic Loss: UAlbany Football Star AJ Simon Dies at 25, Just Before NFL Draft"

Former Albany defensive lineman and 2024 NFL draft hopeful AJ Simon has passed away at the age of 25. The cause of his death has not been announced. Simon was a standout player, earning first-team All-CAA honors after a successful season. His former coach and the university expressed deep sadness at his passing, remembering him as a tremendous young man and a role model both on and off the field.

via USA TODAY|
#aj-simon#albany#college-football
"Tragic Loss: Albany's NFL Draft Hopeful AJ Simon Dies at 25"
sports2 years ago

"Tragic Loss: Albany's NFL Draft Hopeful AJ Simon Dies at 25"

Amitral "AJ" Simon, a former star defensive lineman at the University at Albany and hopeful for the 2024 NFL Draft, has passed away at the age of 25. The cause of his death has not been disclosed. Simon, who had an impressive collegiate career and was pursuing a future in the NFL, was remembered by his teammates and coaches as a tremendous young man and a role model both on and off the field. His sudden passing has left a profound impact on the Albany football community.

via New York Post |
#albany#amitral-simon#football