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City Council vs Mayor Over Paraprofessional Pay | New York City News
City Council defies mayor’s veto and passes a landmark bill giving underpaid paraprofessionals a $10K one-time payment — sparking a legal showdown over wage-setting power, union rights, and fiscal responsibility. The mayor claims it bypasses collective bargaining and risks financial chaos, while Council members argue it’s a necessary, fiscally smart move to fix staffing shortages and support students with disabilities. Unions cheer the win, and the lawsuit is now heating up — setting a precedent for how public workers are compensated in the future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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