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Council Overrides Mayor on Teacher Aide Pay | New York City News
New York City Council just passed a $10,000 pay raise for teacher aides — a bold move that’s sparking a political showdown with Mayor Mamdani, who insists raises should come through union negotiations, not legislative decree. Despite his objections, the bill cleared enough votes to override a veto, forcing the Mayor into a tough choice: sign, veto, or let it become law. Council Speaker Julie Menin admits they’d preferred a different path, but stepped in when the administration refused to budge. Supporters see this as a lifeline for paraprofessionals who’re often forced to choose between bills…
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