Mayor Eric Adams has pledged to increase New York City's investment in free preschool, announcing a proposal of $167 million aimed at providing seats for 3-year-olds and students with disabilities. This funding will be part of the city budget going forward. Despite support from officials, many argue that this funding is inadequate given the pressing needs of families, especially in a year where childcare and cost of living are key election issues. Advocacy groups highlight the urgent demand for enhanced childcare resources.
"Our investment in early childhood education not only takes the bold steps to ensure our young students have the tools they need to succeed but also ensures that parents don't have to make the difficult choice between losing income and childcare."
The fight over 3-K funding has become an annual rite of budget negotiations during the Adams administration. The mayor's concession comes during a mayoral election year where cost of living and child care have emerged as central issues.
While multiple members of the City Council called the move "positive," they said the funding still falls far short of meeting families' needs.
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