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local10 days ago•4 min saved

Mamdani floats 9.5% NYC property tax increase as last resort

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a 9.5% citywide property tax hike as a final measure to close about a $5.4 billion budget gap, potentially raiding reserves; the proposal would require City Council approval and faces swift opposition, while Gov. Hochul disputes the need for a property tax increase and has added roughly $1.5 billion in state funding to shrink the gap. Critics say the plan is inequitable and demand reform of the property tax system, with savings analyses due by March 20 as the city continues to grapple with a long-standing budget shortfall.

via THE CITY - NYC News|

#budget-gap #city-budget-reform #local

local1 month ago•4 min saved

New York City Faces $12B Gap, Mamdani Urges Tax Hikes on Wealthy

Mayor Mamdani warned of a $12 billion two-year budget shortfall, blaming former Mayor Adams for underfunding key services and pressing lawmakers to raise taxes on the wealthiest New Yorkers and corporations; while some experts acknowledge past gaps, many details on remedies will come with the Feb. 17 executive budget, as the city faces questions about how to close the deficit.

via thecity.nyc|

#budget-gap #eric-adams #local

economy5 months ago•2 min saved

US Deficit Declines as Tariff Revenues Hit Record Highs

The US experienced its third-largest fiscal deficit on record this year, despite a record surge in tariff revenue driven by Trump's tariff hikes, with August tariffs reaching $30 billion. The total deficit through August is nearly $2 trillion, but some improvement is expected by year's end. Corporate tax receipts declined in August, and the future of tariffs depends on a Supreme Court decision, which could significantly impact revenue.

via Bloomberg|

#budget-gap #economy #fiscal-year

economy7 months ago•1 min saved

Germany's Budget Challenges and Spending Initiatives in 2026

Germany faces a significant €170 billion budget deficit despite engaging in substantial borrowing, highlighting ongoing fiscal challenges for the country.

via Financial Times|

#borrowing #budget-gap #economic-challenges

transportation2 years ago•4 min saved

DC Metro Faces Drastic Cuts and Layoffs Amid Budget Crisis

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke warned that if a $750 million budget gap is not closed by the first half of 2024, Metro may have to cut 10 stations, eliminate 67 bus lines, reduce train frequency, increase fares and parking fees by 20%, freeze salary and wage increases, and lay off 2,286 employees. The budget shortfall is due to problems with dedicated funding, ridership, and inflation. Metro is urging jurisdictional partners to find a sustainable funding source to avoid these drastic service and job cuts.

via NBC4 Washington|

#budget-gap #fare-increases #job-cuts

transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

Metro Faces Budget Crisis: Layoffs, Service Cuts, and Funding Shortfall

Metro is facing a projected $750 million budget gap, and the transit agency is warning of potential layoffs, a hiring freeze, and devastating service cuts if the gap is not closed. The combination of the coronavirus pandemic, record inflation, and a decline in ridership has severely impacted Metro's finances. The agency may have to issue notices to employees about potential layoffs and staff reductions, and tough choices will have to be made unless there is an increase in funding from local jurisdictions. Metro leaders are urging for a long-term, sustainable funding solution to avert a fiscal crisis.

via NBC4 Washington|

#budget-gap #funding #layoffs

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Chicago's Looming Budget Crisis: A $538 Million Shortfall and Growing Concerns

Chicago is facing a budget gap of $538 million for 2024, according to Mayor Brandon Johnson. However, the city will not raise property taxes this year to generate new revenue. The shortfall is attributed to the complexity of the financial situation inherited by Johnson's administration, including the impact of increased benchmark interest rates and costs associated with supporting asylum seekers. The city plans to adopt a multifaceted approach to close the gap, including expenditure reviews, revenue enhancement measures, and potential reallocation of resources. Specific details of the plan will be released later this fall.

via Block Club Chicago|

#budget-gap #chicago #financial-situation

education2 years ago•4 min saved

CSU Trustees Contemplate Multi-Year Tuition Hikes to Address Budget Gap

The California State University Board of Trustees is considering a proposal to increase tuition over the next five years, starting in fall 2024, at a rate of 6% per year. The first tuition hike would be $342 for full-time undergraduate students, with the price of tuition increasing by almost $2,000 by 2029. The proposal aims to provide tuition stability for students and support those in need of financial aid, generating an estimated $148 million in revenue in the first year. The tuition increase would not affect 60% of students already covered by grants and waivers. CSU officials argue that the hike is necessary to address a nearly $1.5 billion budget gap.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#budget-gap #csu #education

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Metro Faces Looming Budget Crisis and Possible Service Cuts

Metro is facing a $750 million budget gap in its operating budget due to inflation and the impact of the pandemic on ridership. Without new funding, the transit agency may have to make devastating service cuts, including longer wait times for trains and a system that closes at 9:30 every night, as well as slashing thousands of positions. Metro is the only major transit system without a dedicated source of funding and is in talks with local governors and D.C.'s mayor to find a solution.

via NBC4 Washington|

#budget-gap #fare-hikes #funding