Mayor Eric Adams unveils New York City budget for fiscal year 2026
Deal includes funding for childcare, legal services for immigrants and more
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a deal for the city's fiscal year 2026 budget.
Mayor Adams and Council Speaker Adrienne Adams reached a handshake agreement on Friday evening that builds on the budget, dubbed by the administration as the "Best Budget Ever."
"We are excited to announce that the 'Best Budget Ever' has gotten even better," Mayor Adams said. "Once again, our administration is proud to have worked with City Council Speaker Adams and the whole City Council to successfully deliver a responsible, on-time, and balanced Fiscal Year 2026 Adopted Budget that prioritizes public safety, affordability, and improved quality of life for all New Yorkers."
The agreement calls for a new pilot program for child care for 2-year-olds, providing $10 million for hundreds of low-income families, and over $200 million for child care vouchers.
The deal will also allocate nearly $42 million in legal help for immigrants facing deportation, as well as an office of pro bono legal services for migrants and asylum seekers.
The agreement will help create a division of sustainable delivery, devoting $6.1 million for 60 positions focused on e-bike regulation and enforcement.
In addition, the deal will provide $2 million to expand seven-day service to 10 additional library branches citywide.
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