Mayor
Mayor says borough-based jails not enough to replace Rikers
In about five years, smaller jails in four boroughs are supposed to replace Rikers Island after it shuts down. But on Monday, Mayor Eric Adams questioned whether the city would need more space thanks to an increasing jail population. “We have to have a plan B, because those that have created a plan A that […]
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Council, mayor near budget deal
The calls for more funding were echoing off of the City Hall steps. Advocates for immigrant communities were demanding millions more in funding for their programs. It’s that time of year—budget season. “Right now, it’s so important that we make it clear we need a budget for this program,” Councilwoman Sandra Ung said, who joined […]
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