NEW YORK, NY (June 28th, 2024) “We are thrilled to see a full $53 million restoration in the Fiscal 2025 Adopted Budget and extend our heartfelt thanks to Mayor Eric Adams, Speaker Adrienne Adams, Commissioner Laurie Cumbo, Council Member Justin Brannan, and Council Member Carlina Rivera for recognizing the essential role culture plays in making New York City the greatest City in the world. Following the announcement of the severe budget cuts in November, our institutions have worked relentlessly to roll them back. We are pleased to see that our advocacy efforts and the unwavering support of our partners in the City Council, our borough presidents, and our friends in tourism, labor, workforce development, hospitality, aging, and the greater cultural advocacy community have come to fruition. Today is truly a remarkable day for culture and we are excited to have the restorations needed to help our sector thrive!”
