Much has been discussed about growth in city spending for Carter Cases—when students with disabilities are enrolled in private schools & parents seek tuition payment. In FY22, it topped $900M. We examine Carter Case spending & what the costs include.
On September 12, 2022, the Board of Correction released a report presenting findings and recommendations in connection with its investigation regarding six suicides and four deaths by drug intoxication that occurred in Department of Correction custody in 2021.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318 report containing the August 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
To calculate a commercial property’s value for tax purposes, the city uses what is known as a “capitalized income approach.” IBO examines this method, focusing on a key part of the calculation and investigates how overestimation of these rates leads to inequitable property assessments.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council.
The New York City Housing Authority regularly passes its five-year operating budget with funding gaps, which in last year’s plan exceeded $300 million in most years. IBO examines changes in NYCHA’s budget, including the subsidies the city provides to NYCHA, and looks at challenges ahead.
ACS's contracts with nonprofit agencies to provide foster care services to children who cannot remain safely in their homes. The city is in the process of rebidding those contracts, with new ones set to begin next fiscal year. In this brief, IBO explores the changes expected under the new contracts.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title25 Section 318, report containing the July 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
In addition to the federal Covid-19 relief funds allocated to NYCs traditional public schools through the DOE, the city’s charter schools also received their own federal aid to help ease the impacts of the pandemic. IBO explores how much aid NYC’s roughly 300 charter schools received.
In a series of charts and graphs, IBO compares enrollment changes during the first full school year impacted by the pandemic (20-21) with the second school year that just ended (21-22). We explore the different trends among the city’s traditional public schools and its charter schools.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318 report containing the May 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission.
The FDNY coordinates ambulance response to the about one million medical emergencies reported over the 911 system in the city each year. About a quarter of those emergencies are ALS, incidents involving heart attacks and other very serious conditions. IBO analyzes response times of these units.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318 report containing the June 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
As an enhancement and modification of the two-year cycle of surveying the City’s coastal waters under the Shoreline Survey Program, a Sentinel Monitoring Program was designed, with NYSDEC, to monitor specific sampling areas for fecal coliform (a raw sewage indicator) in water bodies throughout NYC.
While 421-a Affordable New York has expired, talks on the future of the city’s largest tax expenditure continue. IBO examined how many affordable units it created since its start through June 2021, what incomes they serve, and how many received other subsidies.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
Without action from state lawmakers last week, the 421-a tax exemption will expire on June 15, 2022. However, even if the program is not renewed in a future session, it will continue to cost the city property tax revenue for years to come.
The Mayor’s Executive Budget for FY 2023 restored some funding for the city’s organics recycling program, which suffered cuts in the Mayor’s previous budget proposal. However, none of the reinstated funding is for the expansion of the city’s curbside collection program.
EXECUTIVE BUDGET FOCUS: Mayor Adams has made investing in public safety a top priority of his early administration. IBO examines what programs under this umbrella have received increases in funding in the Mayor’s first two budget proposals, as well as other programs that have not.
Brief on how the New York City Board of Correction (BOC), the City’s independent oversight agency, adapted its oversight model to the COVID-19 public health crisis.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
New York State has proposed a plan to develop 10 new, mixed-use towers around Penn Station & to use the property tax revenue generated to finance the reconstruction & possible expansion of the country’s busiest train station. We examine what is included in the state’s plan & the fiscal implications
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318, report containing the April 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
Early voting seems to be gaining popularity in NYC, especially in higher turnout elections. The 2020 general election peaked at 36.3% of all voters voting early. The 2021 primary early voting electorate tripled from the 2020 primary.
IBO presents 10 new ways NYC can cut costs or raise revenue. As with all of our 100+ options, we neither endorse nor reject the ideas. See the descriptions & estimates of revenues/savings, with pros & cons for each option.
As part of our recently released Education Indicators, IBO examined what impact living in a low-income neighborhood may have on student achievement, as well as how attending a school with a higher concentration of students from low-income neighborhoods affects individual achievement.
IBO updated the Fiscal History section of its website with Fiscal Year 2021 data on staffing and spending. Explore citywide numbers or drill down to the agency, as well as debt service, and revenues.
IBO has updated two sections of its Education Indicators: Student Attendance (data on average attendance and chronic absenteeism rates in traditional public schools) & Student Achievement (standardized test scores for grades 3-8 and Regents exam performance for high school students).
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318, report containing the March 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
Anticipating a reduction in rental income, NYC sharply reduced the assessments used to calculate ‘22 tax bills. These reductions turned out to be an overestimate & the ’23 tax roll now reflects this as projected growth. IBO examines the reason for the change.
Reports on the development, progress and achievements of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's source water protection programs established to maintain the Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the Catskill/Delaware portion of the New York City water supply.
Included in its Preliminary Budget, the Adams Administration proposed 3 tax programs: one to enhance the value of city’s EITC, which increases the value of wages and salaries for low- and moderate-income tax filer; as well as 2 tax breaks to incentivize the development of childcare programs in NYC
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council.
Medicaid enrollment and claims in New York City have grown over the course of the course of pandemic, but the program’s extra costs have fallen on the federal government. IBO examines recent Medicaid trends and what the future might hold for the program & the city’s coffers.
In this brief, IBO examines the funding level for staff at the Civilian Complaint Review Board—the city agency charged with investigating police misconduct—and how it compares with City Charter mandated levels. We also examine how the time it takes for the review board to complete its investigations
The Adams Administration increased funding for the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program in the Preliminary Budget. IBO explores what we know about the planned expansion thus far and what questions remain.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318, report containing the February 2022 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
The Adams Administration added funds for homeless shelter costs in the Preliminary Budget. IBO estimates that additional funds for shelter will be necessary, and that the city will also need to increase budgeted amounts for its homeless outreach and its housing voucher programs in fiscal year 2023.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
A key part of the Mayor Adam's Program to the Eliminate the Gap (PEG) is budgeted headcount reductions. IBO examines how other actions contained within the budget affect the number of headcount reductions the Mayor proposes to make.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
This report describes the New York City Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP’s) pilot program to test New York City wastewater for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, as mandated by Local Law 28 of 2021 (LL28).
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
In this Budget Brief, IBO provides more details on our latest economic forecast and estimates of tax revenues, as well as a comparison with the Mayor’s tax projections included in the Preliminary Budget.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
Kindergarteners attending public school in NYC must apply through DOE’s centralized kindergarten choice process. While most students apply to zoned school, they can also apply to out-of-zone schools. School performance is likely a factor in a family’s decision to apply out-of-zone.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
Sidewalk sheds can feel as ubiquitous on NYC streets as hurried commuters & wandering tourists. They provide an important function protecting pedestrians from falling building debris, but they also block light & crowd sidewalks. IBO examines how the number of sidewalk sheds changed over times.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
This report presents findings from an analysis of primary program data collected by WE NYC, which includes self-reported data from more than 14,000 program participants and covered the period from January 2016 through June 2020.
This report describes the agency's rapid response and mobilization during the pandemic to create a Small Business Recovery Plan, focused on promoting equitable economic growth, lowering operating costs, cutting red tape, and helping businesses to increase revenue through innovation.
Reports on the development, progress and achievements of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's source water protection programs established to maintain the Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the Catskill/Delaware portion of the New York City water supply.
Reports on the development, progress and achievements of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's source water protection programs established to maintain the Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the Catskill/Delaware portion of the New York City water supply.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
This report documents the early days of the Voluntary Local Review movement and the multiple influences that gave rise to it. It also highlights the importance of local actors’ efforts in creating transformations for a sustainable future.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
In SY 2014-15 the NYC DOE centralized its kindergarten admissions process to make it more equitable. IBO analyzes how the centralized process works and how its outcomes compare for students of different demographics.
Reports on the development, progress and achievements of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's source water protection programs established to maintain the Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the Catskill/Delaware portion of the New York City water supply.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City By the Numbers: IBO has updated the fiscal history section of our website with new data on New Yorkers’ income and personal income tax liability. The new data, the most recent available, covers the 2019 tax year. See some highlights from our updated tables.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318 report containing the October 2021 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
As required by New York City Administrative Code, Title 25, Section 318, report containing the November 2021 Staff Level Reports of the Landmarks Preservation Commission
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
This file contains a November 2021 report by Charles Komanoff to the New York City Council entitled "Taming New York City's E-Delivery Gridlock: Time Based Charges for Street Space."
Reports on the development, progress and achievements of the New York City Department of Environmental Protection's source water protection programs established to maintain the Filtration Avoidance Determination (FAD) for the Catskill/Delaware portion of the New York City water supply.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
In lieu of a comprehensive and conclusive report related to Local Law 22 (2019) Organic Waste Pilot Recycling Program, this memo highlights the accomplishments and learnings of the Department of Sanitation up to March 2020. The program was suspended prematurely due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
The attached list sets forth all existing DEP violations for which a fine may be imposed, for air pollution control, noise control, water and sewer codes.
On October 18, 2021, the Board released a report presenting findings and recommendations in connection with its investigation concerning the attempted suicide of Nicholas Feliciano, who attempted suicide on November 27, 2019 and suffered permanent brain damage.
Project description required to be submitted to the speaker where the project receives financial assistance but the project is not required to be submitted for consideration to a Community Board, Borough Board or the City Council
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
The 2021 Disparity Report analyzes city-wide trends in racial disparities for youth and young adults in New York City across 28 indicators. The report finds that while disparities persist in four sectors (education, economic security, health and justice), outcomes have improved significantly.
New York City by the Numbers: In fall 2019, the New York City Department of Education capped most school suspensions at 20 days; IBO examines the potential impacts of the policy change.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
The NYC for Racial Justice report, outlines persistent patterns of inequity experienced by New Yorkers. Providing insight into what the Commission heard in its first phase of engagement, the report shows the ways in which structural racism operates and its harmful impact on New Yorkers of Color.
As the city relaunches curbside organics collection after a yearlong suspension due to Covid budget cuts. IBO examines the cost of the city’s program and models what's needed to make the program as fiscally sustainable as it is environmentally.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
For many years, the city’s capital plans, which outline when funds for capital projects will be committed, have been substantially front-loaded with much of the funds slotted for the first year of each four-year plan—even though it was unlikely funds could or would be committed in that timeframe.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
NYC is set to receive $7.3b in federal education aid from the 2 most recent stimulus acts, the CRRSA & ARPA. IBO details their planned uses and examines how much is budgeted for initiatives that will likely continue after federal funding stops.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
New York City Board of Correction Weekly COVID-19 Updates including population changes, Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Department of Correction (DOC) updates to the Board of Correction (BOC), and housing information.
This report describes the enforcement activities undertaken by the New York City (NYC) Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) as they relate to adults with diagnosed moderate or severe persistent asthma, pursuant to LL 55 of 2018.