FOCUS ON THE EXECUTIVE BUDGET: We presents our analysis of the de Blasio Administration's Executive Budget for 2019 and financial plan through 2022, including IBO's projections of budget gaps and surpluses. The report provides our latest economic forecast along with our estimates for tax revenue collections and spending based on the Mayor's plan.
This report provides information about changing the discipline culture in New York City middle schools. It uses statistics of student behavior to support the argument and methods presented.
This report details the City's economic and financial state for Fiscal Year 2007. The downturn in the nation's housing and mortgage markets produced budgetary risks for the City and revenue projections remain low. The City must work to overcome these challenges.
This report details the City of New York's financial and economic state for Fiscal Year 2006 and includes projections for Fiscal Years 2007-2010. The City's economic state for 2006 is stable and strong, though this may precede less growth in the coming years.
The November Modification to the Fiscal Year 2006-2009 Financial Plan shows substantial increases in Fiscal Year 2006 revenues and trims a large budget gap projected for Fiscal Year 2007.
The most notable changes in the November Modification include a significant increase in the revenue forecast, the impacts of the collective bargaining agreements reached in October and November, and the recognition of a one-time benefit
stemming from the implementation of a new State policy designed to limit growth in the local share of Medicaid expenses.
This report summarizes the City's fiscal state and standing as Fiscal Year 2013 comes to end. The City's economy continued to expand throughout the year, with employment reaching an all-time high. However, the City's unemployment rate remains high and wages have not kept up with inflation. Overall, throughout the year, growth in the local economy has been hampered by the lacking national economy.
The State of the City's Economy and Finances Dec 14, 2012 - The Comptroller's Office review of the November Plan finds that while the current year's budget is balanced and the outyear gaps appear manageable,
there still exists an underlying risk to budgetary stability.
A report on the state of the City's economy & finances for the year 2004. Included are detailed numbers and statistics pertaining to the City's finances and spending, as well as information regarding its economic growth and development. The report also includes year in review comments as well as projections and plans regarding the future state of the City's economy.
Despite a projected gap of $1.1 billion in FY 2003, it appears that the City will end the current FY in balance. The budget stabilization account (BSA) and the general reserve will provide the City with a comfortable cushion against any shortfalls in the budget. The outlook for FY 2004 and the outyears of the financial plan shows a lackluster stock market and the 9/11 attacks continue to take their toll on the City's fiscal condition. The City has devised a comprehensive gap-closing program to balance the budget in 2003 and 2004 and reduce the outyear gaps. The increased property tax rate is expected to generate revenues of $838 million in FY 2003 , but this lower than expected increase has reduced the expected FY 2003 surplus roll. However, the Federal government needs to support the City's effort to overcome its fiscal difficulty and labor must work with the City to lower spending on personal services.
This report, published by the Independent Budget Office, details the fiscal impact of the proposed Atlantic Yards arena in Brooklyn. It was found that over a 30-year period, the arena will cost the city more than it will generate in tax revenues. However, the arena will fiscally benefit the state, as well as create many new jobs.
This report details how policymakers have shifted their focus from high school graduation rates to post-secondary success. There is a lack of quality counseling, advising, and mentoring programs in New York City public high schools, impeding students from seeking access to and success in higher education. Schools must provide more focused support to help students navigate through the college application experience, with more counseling and mentoring services.
This document contains information regarding the tax lien sale and its purpose in the New York City economy. Included is background information on the tax lien sale, how it works, its current impact on the City, and recommendations as to how to use tax lien sales more effectively.