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Budget and operational changes for DSNY's lot cleaning program
2:06:55
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Council Member Shaun Abreu inquires about operational changes and budget requirements to address the backlog in lot cleaning requests. DSNY officials discuss their current approach and the funding needed to restore the program.
- DSNY is reallocating resources from district to district based on weekly evaluations of needs
- Approximately $9.5 million would be required to restore the program to pre-cut levels
- Council Member Abreu indicates this funding will be a priority in the upcoming budget cycle
Shaun Abreu
2:06:55
9 point 5 mil?
Javier Lojan
2:06:56
9 point 5 million.
Shaun Abreu
2:06:57
Okay.
2:06:59
So expect to hear that number a lot in this budget cycle.
2:07:06
In terms of federal funding risks, the fiscal twenty twenty five adopted and preliminary plans, DSNY received approximately 200,000,000 in federal funding supporting key operations and initiatives.
2:07:20
However, with the new administration prioritizing federal funding freezes and government efficiencies or inefficiencies, it is critical to assess how DSNY plans to manage these funds and what contingency plans are in place if this funding is reduced or eliminated.