Sentences with phrase «budget agenda for»

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For people without the budget to hire an image consultant, Benza suggests finding retail - clothing salespeople you can trust to help you achieve your new look, based on your daily business agenda, meetings and travel.

This portal serves as a centralized source for quick access to financial information and budgets, public meetings and agendas, tax information, strategic plans, staff contact information and more.

And this Al - Monitor (a media site focused on Middle East which was accused of following «the agenda of the Iranian and Syrian governments and Hezbollah») article details a bit more the military budget and the growing trend of Iran's military spendings, although it does not state the current total defense budget and its numbers are considerably lower than SIPRI's for the past years, maybe because the fiscal year used in this article begins near 20th March:

But in exchange for getting the popular Democratic gubernatorial candidate on its line — thus ensuring it would well surpass the required 50,000 - vote mark to live another four years (the party ended up moving to Row D)-- the WFP had to agree to Cuomo's «New NY Agenda,» which included a slew of agenda items — the property tax cap, no new taxes to close the budget deficit etc. — that the left had opAgenda,» which included a slew of agenda items — the property tax cap, no new taxes to close the budget deficit etc. — that the left had opagenda items — the property tax cap, no new taxes to close the budget deficit etc. — that the left had opposed.

Mr. Speaker, in our maiden Budget Statement and Economic Policy, we outlined a number of short to medium term policy initiatives, to set the stage for our agenda for inclusive growth and job creation.

A centerpiece of Cuomo's agenda for 2018 — ending cash bail for misdemeanors and non-violent felonies — has been dealt a setback in the annual negotiations for a state budget.

says, «While we applaud the good faith attempts of the loyal Dems and the progressive labor leader, Hector Figueroa, to unify their party, wrest control of the Senate from the joint control of the Party of Trump and the IDC / Trump Dems, all in order to advance the people's agenda, and while we would support an honest and fair deal for an immediate rapprochement, we must object to this cynical and calculated ploy which unnecessarily perpetuates the disgraceful status quo until effectively the end of the budget process and possibly even the end of session.

This played out during budget negotiations when the Rent Stabilization Association, which represents the bread - and - butter apartment building owners, and REBNY, which is more closely associated with mega developers and the commercial real estate industry, failed to agree on a common agenda to push for.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo introduced a five - pronged package in January that included these reforms as part of his 2018 State of the State agenda, and the organizations were led to believe they would be part of the state's finalized budget after months of discussions with elected officials, a spokesman for the Legal Aid Society said.

George Albro of New York Progressive Action Network (NYPAN) says, «While we applaud the good faith attempts of the loyal Dems and the progressive labor leader, Hector Figueroa, to unify their party, wrest control of the Senate from the joint control of the Party of Trump and the IDC / Trump Dems, all in order to advance the people's agenda, and while we would support an honest and fair deal for an immediate rapprochement, we must object to this cynical and calculated ploy which unnecessarily perpetuates the disgraceful status quo until effectively the end of the budget process and possibly even the end of session.

While this agenda item must compete with those of various other agencies and advocacy organizations jockeying for program funding at the end of the budget season, the potential risks of shuttering nonprofits could be particularly devastating across the city, as has been demonstrated recently.

The main reason Cuomo has such a huge campaign war chest: He doesn't have to spend money to promote his budget and policy agenda because the business community — through the Committee to Save NY, which dropped $ 12 million last year — does it for him.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will unveil his proposed 2016 - 2017 budget on Wednesday but he has already previewed the broad outlines of his agenda: a $ 15 minimum wage; investments in infrastructure, downtowns and the environment; a reduction in Thruway tolls; and tax cuts for small businesses.

«We will push forward a pro-parks legislative and budget agenda in the City Council, which is part of what constituents voted for when they cast their ballot in favor of a progressive city government,» said Councilmember Levine in a statement.

«Andrew wants to start out early lining up support for his budget reform agenda, and this will be an early test of who is with him and who is not,» said a Capitol observer.

While he touted accomplishments and statistics that he uses in virtually all of his speeches, such as the state budget and finances and the number of new jobs created during his term and now existing in the state, he added many other topics revolving around the notion of «government as a vehicle for justice», saying that «I want to develop the justice agenda» for his second term.

«Unfortunately, for several years now, Governors have been manipulating the budget process and holding passage of a budget hostage to secure approval of their own political agendas.»

The announcements come as New York is ranked 30th in the nation for maternal mortality rates, and are part of Governor Cuomo's 2018 Women's Agenda for New York: Equal Rights, Equal Opportunity and the FY 2019 Executive Budget.

The call features the voice of Conservative Party Chairman Mike Long, who surprised political observers last week by declaring his strong support for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's budget plans and announced a campaign of callers, mailers and, if money allows, even TV ads to support the Democratic governor's agenda.

In rolling out his $ 84.68 billion second - draft budget proposal for the coming fiscal year, the mayor acceded to requests from City Council Speaker Melissa Mark - Viverito that the city set aside money to help foreign nationals faced with arrest and expulsion under President Donald Trump's aggressive enforcement agenda.

«In his budget, the Governor has set an agenda for this session that is both far - ranging and ambitious,» the three term mayor said.

Also on the agenda, budget decisions connected to a proposed $ 17.6 - million spending plan for 2017 - 18.

Through the budget, the City allocates resources and sets the policy agenda for the upcoming fiscal year.

The Conservatives have a chancellor who has epitomised the austerity agenda; the Liberal Democrats have hesitated to say boo to a Tory mouse over it; and UKIP's enthusiasm for cutting taxes must translate to cutting the public budget.

«If you add up the Tappan Zee Bridge, the LaGuardia (airport), Penn Station and all the other capital projects he had in that budget, and then you say we've got a record - breaking $ 22 billion for the state of New York for infrastructure, that isn't even (the value of) one of the projects that he mentioned for downstate,» said the Syracuse - area lawmaker, referring to some of the other big - ticket infrastructure items on Cuomo's agenda.

Sheehan walked the gathering through what she said are some of the many highlights of her first term, including Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion as part of the community police initiative; restructuring the city budget; lobbying for additional state aid; developing an equity agenda; engaging marginalized communities; transforming neighborhoods like Sheridan Hollow and Park South.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz on Wednesday lined up an ambitious agenda for the next year, but issued a warning that progress could be hindered by federal budget cuts.

«Assemblywoman Meng will gladly debate Dan Halloran and his support for the radical, ultraconservative, republican agenda, including his plans to privatize Social Security, pass The Ryan budget and continue the failed economic policies focused on supporting the wealthiest 1 % of Americans,» said Meng spokesperson Austin Finan.

Another central pillar of the budget agenda is a Rider Relief Plan that will invest crucial funding into the crumbling Metropolitan Transportation Authority for immediate repairs, a fare freeze for all riders, discounted MetroCards for the neediest individuals and an Express Bus fare reduction.

A resolution was on the agenda for the county government to assume election costs, budgeted at about $ 1.4 million a year.

On Monday, City Council «Speaker Mark - Viverito and Council Members will travel to Albany to advocate for the City Council's 2016 State Budget and Legislative Agenda,» according to Mark - Viverito's public schedule.

Balancing high - flown ambition and ethical housecleaning, Gov. Andrew Cuomo laid out his agenda for 2016 in a speech that did double duty as his State of the State address and a $ 145 billion executive budget proposal.

The Congressional Budget Office forecasted weak growth for the economy, raising questions for Trump's economic agenda.

Singer Miley Cyrus has written a letter to Cuomo and legislative leaders backing a proposal by state Sen. Brad Hoylman, Coalition for Homeless Youth and Empire State Pride Agenda to include $ 4.75 million for homeless youth in the 2015 - 16 budget.

It's a national security issue — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:42 We are confident these priorities will not only provide jobs but will improve the security of Ghanaians — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:41 Our job creation agenda will be driven by investment in human capital — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:40 The broad agenda for next year is to translate the stability into shared growth - Ken Ofori - Atta 10:33 We have restored macro stability and renewed confidence in the economy — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:32 We have achieved in one year, what seemed impossible to achieve in eight years — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:31 We have provided stable electricity supply — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:31 I am glad to report that we are on course to end the year with the fiscal deficit of 6.5 % — Ken Ofori - Atta 10:30 We are happy to note that our policies are yielding results that have brought back smiles to several Ghanaians — Ken Ofori Atta 10:29 We resolve to be fiscally discipline — Ken Ofori Atta 10:29 I'm happy to note that we have turned the economy around — Ken Ofori Atta 10:28 When I presented the budget in March, I indicated our commitment to take strategic steps to fix the challenges facing the economy and restore hope to Ghanaians — Ken Ofori Atta 10:25 I thank the august House for all the support that has brought us so far — Ken Ofori Atta 10:24 Speaker of Parliament invites the Finance Minister to present the 2018 budget

The details of Cuomo's agenda won't be clear until he proposes a budget two weeks from now, but the address might give clues about his thoughts regarding the national stage and his stated intention about running for re-election in New York.

The Republican - led Senate's riposte to Cuomo's proposed budget laid bare some of the biggest points of contention in their education agendas — restoring cuts in school aid and the creation of a tax credit for school donations.

Also at 1 p.m., Sen. Brad Hoylman, the Empire State Pride Agenda and the Coalition for Homeless Youth will be joined by elected officials and advocates to call for increased funding in the state budget for homeless youth shelters, City Hall steps, Manhattan.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In his first - ever joint State of the State address / budget presentation, Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday presented his plan for 2015 Opportunity Agenda, spending much time on education reform that he expects will be an uphill battle and will take up most of the increase in the state budget.

That agenda fails to pay the city the $ 2.5 billion in state aid that schools are owed from the 2006 settlement of the Campaign for Fiscal Equity lawsuit, despite a $ 5 billion state budget surplus.

A public hearing and vote on the City of Cortland's 2018 budget are on the agenda for tonight's (Tuesday) Common Council meeting.

Cuomo spent a week in January rolling out his ambitious budget agenda, which contained plans for a new criminal justice system for teens who commit serious crimes, and a major upstate economic development program.

Governor Andrew Cuomo has spent the days leading up to this joint State of the State and budget message rolling out a number of new programs and proposals, including an anti poverty agenda that includes raising the minimum wage, and tax cuts for small businesses.

«We have recently made great progress in Albany by passing a good budget and passing it on time; and this state legislature - the 234th legislative session - has the opportunity to do even more and produce a record of real achievement for the people of this state: addressing New York's rent laws is an important part of that agenda.»

The City of Cortland Common Council started Tuesday evening with a public hearing on its proposed budget for 2018, but later, several agenda items related to the budget had to be tabled until December 5.

With that caveat, Evan Stavisky came on the podcast to talk about the impact of November's elections, possible budget priorities for Gov. Andrew Cuomo and how President - elect Trump's agenda could affect New York.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo laid out a sweeping agenda for 2015, in today's joint State of the State and budget address.

The group's agenda comes amid what is expected to be a challenging budget year for Albany that includes a $ 4.6 billion budget deficit and the looming impact of a cap on deductions of state, local and property taxes.

The bill, he said, is meant to «set an agenda for next year's budget.»

Democrats applauded his calls for a legislative agenda focused on «Connecticut fairness» while Republicans chided the lame - duck governor for not addressing the state's fiscal woes in what is traditionally a budget address.