Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

October 26, 2023 at 5:54 PM

Holding reckless drivers accountable

Holding reckless drivers accountable DVAP ends today. What's next? Today the sun sets on the Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program (DVAP), the well-intentioned – but poorly implemented – program designed to hold reckless drivers accountable. New Y…

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October 18, 2023 at 3:26 PM

Weekend forecast: More heavy rain

When it rains, (sometimes) it pours  Have you seen the forecast lately, John? For the seventh weekend in a row, more heavy rain is expected in New York City. As they say, “When it rains, (sometimes) it pours.” According to the Weather Channel, we could get “drenched.” I sincerely hope …

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October 12, 2023 at 5:57 PM

A deep dive into NYC's tech sector

A deep dive into NYC's tech sector My monthly economy report is here. New York by the Numbers Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook Photo Credit: RAW-films/Shutterstock READ MORE No. 82 - October 12, 2023 …

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

October 5, 2023 at 4:38 PM

Investigation: NYC’s extreme weather response

Investigation: NYC’s extreme weather response We’re launching an investigation. Dear New Yorkers,   Last week, Tropical Storm Ophelia nearly brought New York City to a halt.  Mass transit was suspended, already-crumbling subway stations became wa…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

October 4, 2023 at 7:20 PM

My reminder to GM

My reminder to GM It's officially “Auto Worker Autumn.” Dear New Yorkers,   “Hot Labor Summer” is driving full speed ahead into what we could call “Auto Worker Autumn.”  For more than three weeks now, United Automobile Workers (UAW) members acros…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

October 4, 2023 at 4:44 PM

Working from my sukkah

[PHOTO]  Dear John, I tested positive for Covid on Sunday, so I’m working from my sukkah to start the week. Meg and I are sad not to be able to fill our sukkah up with guests this year, as we usually do – that’s what we like best about the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. But Sukkot is also …

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September 29, 2023 at 12:53 AM

Fox News

Did you see this headline?  Hi John, Did you see this big headline in the New York Times? Writing about the Fox Corporation’s wretched lack of journalistic standards would be a waste of space, so let’s cut to the chase. We all know how dangerous Fox News’ lies are. For shareholders, in…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

September 22, 2023 at 8:43 PM

Celebrating Climate Week NYC

Celebrating Climate Week NYC It’s a top priority in my office. It’s been a busy Climate Week here in New York City!  This week I participated in several Climate Week meetings with government officials, advocates, and investors to share our experi…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

September 21, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Analysis: Mayor’s Management Report

Analysis: Mayor’s Management Report See how the City is measuring up to its goals. Dear New Yorkers,  Twice a year, the City publishes the "Mayor's Management Report” (MMR), a report card on how the City is measuring up. Mandated by New York City…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

September 18, 2023 at 7:14 PM

Launching a first of its kind audit of DocGo

Launching a first of its kind audit of DocGo I look forward to what we will learn from this audit. Dear New Yorkers,   Last week, I emailed you about my decision to return a $432 million no-bid City contract to provide shelter services for new ar…

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September 13, 2023 at 8:47 PM

Immigrants don’t “destroy” NYC. They build it.

My op-ed in The Nation enclosed below.  Dear John, Last week, Mayor Eric Adams declared that the ongoing arrival of migrants “will destroy New York City.” His administration then announced a nearly 15% citywide budget cut, blaming the cost of providing shelter for new arrivals. New York…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

September 13, 2023 at 8:17 PM

BREAKING: NYC pension funds suing Fox Corporation

BREAKING: NYC pension funds suing Fox Corporation Fox’s lies threaten long-term investment returns for NYC pensioners. Dear New Yorkers,  Many of the nearly 800,000 current and future City employee retirees who are shareholders in NYC’s five pens…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

September 12, 2023 at 10:37 PM

Why I returned this $432 million contract

Why I returned this $432 million contract “The longer asylum seekers remain in their care, the more the company’s revenues will grow under this contract.” I want to share some news with you. After careful review, my office declined to approve a n…

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  NYC Comptroller Press Office · [email protected]

September 12, 2023 at 6:08 PM

NEW: "Back to School" Budget Update

NEW: "Back to School" Budget Update New York By The Numbers New York by the Numbers Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook Photo Credit: RAW-films/Shutterstock READ MORE No. 81 - September 12th, 2023 …

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 31, 2023 at 6:21 PM

New report on NYC schools

New report on NYC schools Thousands of students still did not receive the special education services they are mandated to receive. Dear New Yorkers,  As the last few days of summer slip away, families in all five boroughs are preparing for the fi…

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August 30, 2023 at 3:21 PM

An update on Medicare Advantage

Did you see this?  Did you see this, John? Earlier this month, the New York Supreme Court ruled against forcing retirees to shift to a private Medicare Advantage plan after my office declined to register the contract. This ruling is a big win for the many retirees who fought for the heal…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 28, 2023 at 6:08 PM

We won!

This is one of the things I love about New York.   Practice pays off, John! Did you know that the Office of the Comptroller took the Gold in the NYC Municipal Challenge race at the 31st annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival? Our crew was called “Liquid Assets,” and boy, did we have fun c…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 28, 2023 at 3:58 PM

What's happening with asylum seekers in NYC?

What's happening with asylum seekers in NYC? Our new online resource explains. Dear New Yorkers,  New York City benefits from each wave of new immigrants who, generation-after-generation, consistently bring new ideas, businesses, culture, and an …

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 24, 2023 at 9:21 PM

fwd: That time I debated Vivek Ramaswamy

Everyone hates Vivek.  John, When you got this email from me last night, you were probably like, “Why is Brad emailing me about this Vivek Ramaswamy guy?” Well after last night’s GOP presidential debate, the whole world knows who Vivek is (and what a grifter he is). Take a moment to r…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 23, 2023 at 7:19 PM

That time I debated Vivek Ramaswamy

I called him out as a grifter. And I sure stand by it.  John, In what may be the shining pinnacle of their political careers, eight long shot candidates for President will take the stage in the first 2024 Republican primary debate tonight. I will not be watching the debate, in case you…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 21, 2023 at 3:05 PM

My advice for Disney, Paramount, and Comcast

My advice for Disney, Paramount, and Comcast Executives must enter good faith negotiations with WGA and SAG-AFTRA to promptly end the strikes. Dear New Yorkers, For over three months now, actors and writers have courageously been on strike. Major…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 16, 2023 at 8:42 PM

Update on the NYC pension funds lawsuit

Update on the NYC pension funds lawsuit If you’re a public sector employee or retiree, you may want to read this. Dear New Yorkers, If you’re a public sector employee or retiree, you may want to read this.   In May, three of New York City’s pensi…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 14, 2023 at 8:47 PM

re: New York City’s 2024 Adopted Budget

re: New York City’s 2024 Adopted Budget The near-term state of City finances is sound, but long-term challenges remain. Dear New Yorkers,  Rumors of New York City’s demise – sometimes called a “doom loop” – can be heard in some quarters these day…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 11, 2023 at 8:26 PM

An update on Medicare Advantage

An update on Medicare Advantage Today’s ruling is a win for NYC retirees. Dear New Yorkers,   I wanted to make sure you saw this update: The New York Supreme Court just ruled against shifting retirees to a Medicare Advantage plan. …

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 11, 2023 at 2:57 PM

2023 Survey for John

Will you take my Priorities Survey?  Do you have a moment, John? My team put together a quick “Priorities Survey” as we start planning for the busy fall months ahead. It’s only five questions, and the information it provides will be incredibly helpful as I keep fighting for a competent, …

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August 10, 2023 at 11:08 PM

A year of data from Rikers

A year of data from Rikers We need to appoint a federal receiver to manage New York City jails. Dear New Yorkers,  The federal government just moved closer to appointing a third-party receiver to take over management of Rikers Island. After a hea…

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  NYC Comptroller Press Office · [email protected]

August 8, 2023 at 5:21 PM

BREAKING: NYC's pension funds achieve net return of +8.0%

BREAKING: NYC's pension funds achieve net return of +8.0% This will reduce required City contributions by ~$550M over the next five years, leaving more funds available to meet current obligations. New York by the Numbers Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook Photo C…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 8, 2023 at 2:02 PM

A campaign free from influence

I’m not beholden to special interests.  Dear John, One value I’m proud our City shares? New York City’s commitment to raising money for political campaigns the right way. If you didn’t already know, the City’s campaign finance board prohibits contributions from businesses or LLCs, and limi…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

August 7, 2023 at 1:24 PM

An update on education and infrastructure

An update on education and infrastructure Here’s what we found. Dear New Yorkers,   Somehow July slipped away into August, and the dog days of summer are here.  Still, the nearly 800 employees in our office are hard at work safeguarding the City’…

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July 31, 2023 at 1:29 PM

An accessible NYC for all New Yorkers

An accessible NYC for all New Yorkers Here’s what we’ve been up to this July. Dear New Yorkers,  Happy Disability Pride Month! And happy anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act, which turned 33 last Wednesday. …

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July 28, 2023 at 1:32 PM

8X the impact

Do you know about the City’s small-dollar public matching funds program?  We all know that New York City political campaigns are special, John. But did you know that all campaign contributions up to $250 from New York City residents are matched 8 to 1 by the City's small-dollar public matc…

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July 26, 2023 at 3:08 PM

BlackRock

The return on a fossil fuel investment is deadlier heat, higher sea levels, and smokier skies.  Our planet is experiencing its hottest month of all time, John. And to make matters worse, BlackRock (world’s largest asset manager) just appointed the CEO of the Saudi Arabian Oil Company (worl…

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July 21, 2023 at 7:05 PM

BlackRock and Bank of America

BlackRock and Bank of America I'm holding them accountable. Dear New Yorkers,     As New York City’s Chief Financial Officer, I am charged with ensuring the retirement security of nearly 800,000 New York City public sector workers and retirees.  …

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July 19, 2023 at 7:24 PM

My letter to the CEO of UPS

My letter to the CEO of UPS It's a “Hot Labor Summer” indeed. Dear New Yorkers, It's a “Hot Labor Summer” indeed. WGA writers and SAG actors are on strike, rocking Hollywood with their demands for better contracts and pay from executives. Here…

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July 12, 2023 at 2:21 PM

Is Cash Really King in New York City?

Is Cash Really King in New York City? The City’s cash balance hit its highest amount ever. New York by the Numbers Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook Photo Credit: ULU_BIRD/Shutterstock No. 79 - July 2023 …

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

July 11, 2023 at 1:45 AM

Re: Campaign Finance Board deadline

I’m proud that our campaign is powered by dollars from New Yorkers who care about competent, compassionate government.  Dear John,   I’m reaching out again because we're approaching another fundraising deadline that’s different, but just as (if not more) important. Tomorrow, July 11, is th…

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July 7, 2023 at 8:05 PM

Happy birthday, Brad!

Sign Brad’s birthday card.  John, As New York City’s top watchdog, Comptroller Brad Lander has spent the last year and a half fighting for competent, compassionate government for all New Yorkers. Just in the past few months, Brad has shed light on the humanitarian crisis at Rikers Island …

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

July 6, 2023 at 4:06 PM

Emergencies are expensive

Emergencies are expensive But we can do better to keep the City from overpaying in a crisis. Hi, If New Yorkers share one trait in common, it’s this: Resilience during emergencies. Together, we persevered through the global COVID-19 crisis. In r…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 30, 2023 at 11:46 PM

It’s an honor, John.

I will always stand up for New Yorkers.   New York City finally has a budget for next year, John. After shaking hands with Mayor Eric Adams, the City Council voted today to pass the $107 billion budget this afternoon (though many progressive members voted against it). Council members and ad…

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June 29, 2023 at 10:52 PM

My initial analysis of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget agreement

My initial analysis of the Fiscal Year 2024 budget agreement They shook hands. Now what? Dear New Yorkers,   Earlier this afternoon, the Mayor and City Council shook hands on a Fiscal Year 2024 budget agreement. Buoyed by strong tax receipts, it …

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June 28, 2023 at 5:47 PM

NEW AUDIT: Homeless Sweeps Failed to Connect People to Services, Shelter, Housing

NEW AUDIT: Homeless Sweeps Failed to Connect People to Services, Shelter, Housing NYC needs housing, not homeless sweeps. Dear New Yorkers, The city that never sleeps should aspire to have no one sleep on the streets. And thanks to the landmark …

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 27, 2023 at 2:28 PM

NEW MAPS: NYC air, water, and land quality

NEW MAPS: NYC air, water, and land quality We updated our NYC Climate Dashboard. Dear New Yorkers,   Three weeks ago, orange skies and a toxic haze across New York City highlighted the urgency of preparing our city to mitigate the harm of future …

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June 25, 2023 at 11:42 AM

Fwd: Long, slow summer

The summer is a notoriously difficult period for grassroots, small-dollar fundraising in New York City.  Hi John! When Brad emailed you a couple weeks ago about the fundraising slowdown we’re currently experiencing, he really wasn’t exaggerating. We see some of the absolute lowest online fu…

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 23, 2023 at 12:56 AM

Thank you, John

Our fundraising deadline is Friday, June 30.  Hi,  This is just a quick note to say: Thank you, John! Thank you for your support. Thank you for opening these emails. And thank you for reading them. It shows that you care about the city we all share. Today, I’m reaching out because our end…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 22, 2023 at 2:21 PM

A Rikers update

A Rikers update New data on the Department of Correction dashboard. Dear New Yorkers, This morning, my office published our monthly update to the NYC Department of Correction (DOC) Dashboard. The new information we have nakedly shows the wretched…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 17, 2023 at 2:50 PM

A new “bond film” just dropped

A new “bond film” just dropped We’re finding creative ways to save the city money. Dear New Yorkers, This month, the City issued $1.56 billion in general obligation bonds, including our first “tender solicitation.” It resulted in $108 million of …

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June 15, 2023 at 10:25 PM

Standing up for health care over profit

Ady Barkan is one of the loudest voices against the greedy health insurance industry.  John, Medicare is supposed to be the rock solid guarantee of health care for seniors and people with disabilities. But about 25 years ago, Congress established Medicare Advantage. It allows private insur…

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June 13, 2023 at 4:28 PM

How NYC’s Office Market May Impact City Finances

How NYC’s Office Market May Impact City Finances We find that even should a “doomsday” type scenario unfold, with sharply falling property values, NYC’s fiscal situation is likely to be manageable. New York by the Numbers Monthly Economic and Fiscal Outlook Photo …

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  Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 10, 2023 at 2:27 PM

“The loudest person in the city”

Competent government is what I’m raising my voice for.  John, On Thursday morning, I returned to my office – after a meeting with hundreds of fiscal and accounting staff from dozens of agencies to kick off the City’s annual financial audit – to discover that Mayor Eric Adams had just ramble…

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  Comptroller Brad Lander · [email protected]

June 9, 2023 at 8:42 PM

Why my office declined to register NYC’s Medicare Advantage contract

Why my office declined to register NYC’s Medicare Advantage contract We carefully reviewed the City’s contract with Aetna. Dear New Yorkers, The skyline is looking much clearer today, but air quality remains quite poor. So please consider staying…

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