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New York City Ballot Proposal 5

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New York City Ballot Proposal 5 is a ballot question for a local jurisdiction in Richmond County on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Sets a target amount to hold in reserve funds, including the rainy day fund, to address unexpected financial hardships, and requires a methodology for calculating contributions. A yes vote requires the Mayor to develop that methodology, subject to budget approval; a no vote leaves the laws unchanged with no reserves target.

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