NYC Libraries to Have Full $58.3M Funding Restored in FY25 Budget, Reopen on Sundays

Jun 27, 2024, 09:05 PM

New York City libraries are set to have their funding fully restored following months of public outcry and pressure from the City Council. Mayor Eric Adams and the City Council have reached an agreement to reverse previous budget cuts, restoring $58.3 million in funding for libraries. This restoration will allow libraries to resume seven-day-a-week service, including Sundays, which had been eliminated due to budget constraints. Additionally, the FY25 budget will also include $53 million for cultural institutions. The restoration of funding is seen as a critical investment in community resources, ensuring that libraries can continue to provide essential services and programming for all New Yorkers. The NYCCouncil had rallied for this cause, emphasizing the importance of libraries for immigrants and their ability to offer resources in multiple languages.