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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Introduction and overview of New York City's budget challenges
3:54:36
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Comptroller Brad Lander opens his testimony by addressing the New York City Council Committee on Finance regarding the FY 2026 preliminary budget. He emphasizes the critical nature of the current fiscal moment for the city and outlines the main points his testimony will cover.
- Lander introduces his team, including Executive Deputy Controller Francesco Brindisi and Deputy Controller for Budget Chris Olson.
- He sets the stage for discussing the economic outlook, budget perspectives, and critical initiatives the city should prioritize.
- The Comptroller underscores the urgency of strong fiscal management in light of current challenges.
Brad Lander
3:54:36
Thank you, chair Brannan, deputy speaker Ayala, council members Brewer and Ressler, the Hale and Hardy still digging in on the budget after four hours with the administration.
3:54:47
Thank you very much for the opportunity to speak with you today about the preliminary budget at what really is a pivotal moment for our city.
3:54:57
We'll outline our view on the preliminary budget, our perspective on the economic outlook, and some critical initiatives that we believe the city should prioritize and shore up in order to protect New York City in these precarious times.
3:55:11
I'm pleased to be joined today by executive deputy controller Francesco Brindisi and deputy controller for budget Chris Olson.