New York Note

Transportation Plan Announced Ahead of FIFA 2026 World Cup Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a Midtown transportation plan for the eight local 2026 FIFA World...

NYC Council Passes and Introduces Legislation Last Wednesday, the New York City Council passed several legislative resolutions concerning municipal operations, employee retirement and pension...

New York City Executive Budget Released New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani released the $124.7B Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2027, while noting that...

Mayoral Appointments Mayor Mamdani announced his nomination for Chair of the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC), along with three leadership appointments across key city agencies....

Mayor Mamdani and Speaker Menin Urge State Action to Address City Budget Gap Mayor Zohran Mamdani and City Council Speaker Julie Menin jointly called...

Mayor Takes Action on City Council Protest “Buffer-Zone” Legislation On Friday, Mayor Mamdani vetoed Introduction 175-B, but said he would allow Introduction 1-B to become law. The vetoed legislation...

Proposed Pied‑à‑Terre Tax Announced for New York State Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul announced a proposal to enact New York State’s first...

Mayor Mamdani’s 100 Days in Office On Sunday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked his first 100 days in office with two rallies, including an event...

NYC Council Releases Alternative Budget Framework for FY26–27 The New York City Council released its response to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Preliminary Budget proposal, presenting...