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Council Member Brannan questions OMB Director about litter basket pickup funding

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      Council Member Justin Brannan engages in a heated discussion with OMB Director Jacques Jiha regarding the annual funding for litter basket pickups in New York City. Brannan expresses frustration over the need to repeatedly fight for $22 million in baseline funding for this essential service, while Jiha explains the difficulties in securing long-term funding streams for various programs.

      • Brannan argues that garbage collection should not be subject to annual budget negotiations
      • Jiha defends the OMB's position, citing challenges in finding consistent long-term funding for all programs
      • The discussion highlights tensions between the City Council and the OMB over budget priorities and allocations