“National Equal Pay Day serves as a stark reminder of the pay disparities women continue to face and the work ahead to close the pay gap. Here in New York City, working women earn just 87 cents on the dollar compared to a man in the exact same position. The disparities are even wider for women of color, as Black women earn 66 cents, Latina women earn 60 cents, and Native American women earn 55 cents on the dollar.
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Data from Mayor Adams’ administration highlights inconsistencies and limitations of policy’s implementation
Council to examine the issues and critical mental health investments at Monday Budget Hearing
City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council released a new report that evaluates the recently released data on Mayor Adams’ involuntary removal/transport policy for people in mental health crisis, raising questions about its effectiveness and inconsistencies with its stated goals.
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Budget reductions in past years have resulted in declining quality
City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council Committee on Parks and Recreation held a hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026 Preliminary Budget. Ahead of the hearing, the Council outlined the state of financial support for New York City parks over the years, how City finances influence parks maintenance and quality, and recommended solutions.
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Following the New York State Court of Appeals’ ruling on Local Law 11 of 2022, Speaker Adrienne Adams released the following statement.
“With Local Law 11 of 2022, the Council sought to strengthen our city’s democratic process and increase civic engagement by enfranchising the hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers who pay taxes and contribute to our communities but are unable to make their voices heard in local elections.
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Council has invested nearly $5 million to establish New York State’s first TRCs in NYC
Brooklyn, NY – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Rising Ground held a ribbon cutting event to mark the opening of the physical location of the East Flatbush Trauma Recovery Center (TRC). This latest opening represents the third TRC established in New York City as a result of nearly $5 million in Council funding for the comprehensive, trauma-informed crime victim services centers that provide recovery support to victims of violence.
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Following the Independent Rikers Commission 2.0’s report on the pathways the City and other stakeholders must take to close Rikers Island and ensure a successful transition to a borough-based jail system, Speaker Adrienne Adams issued the following statement.
“For decades, Rikers Island has been a stain on our city and a detriment to our collective safety.
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State bill would address vulnerabilities in NYS law that allow mayors to block voters’ ballot access to propose charter revisions
City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council passed a resolution to call on state lawmakers in Albany to enact legislation that protects the City’s charter revision process. Resolution 740, sponsored by Council Member Lincoln Restler and co-sponsored by Speaker Adrienne Adams, calls on the New York State Legislature to pass, and Governor Kathy Hochul to sign, S.590/A.
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Council also passed legislation to enhance the New York City Identification Card (IDNYC) application process
City Hall – Today, the New York City Council voted to expand oversight and accountability within the City’s foster care system for young people, including LGBTQ+ youth who are disproportionally represented and often face the significant challenges of discrimination, inadequate support, and increased risk of homelessness.
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Council Speaker unveils record of achievement innovating new programs and Council proposals that help New Yorkers
Manhattan, NY – Today, New York City Council Speaker Adrienne E. Adams delivered her fourth State of the City address at Jazz at Lincoln Center in Manhattan, outlining her vision for effective leadership of city government. Speaker Adams highlighted major issues facing the city and the Council’s work to tackle them under her leadership.
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Despite a stronger economic outlook for the city, concerns remain from uncertainty caused by federal policy decisions that create inflationary pressures and potential weakness in the labor market
City Hall, NY – Ahead of the New York City Council’s hearings on the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Preliminary Budget, the Council released its March 2025 Economic and Tax Revenue Forecast that projects continued momentum in economic activity that has slightly improved the City’s tax revenue outlook, even as uncertainty from the federal policy landscape has created inflationary pressures.
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