Cultural Institutions Group

Statement

Statement of Stephanie Hill Wilchfort, Chair of the Cultural Institutions Group (CIG), on the New York City Council’s Fiscal 2027 Preliminary Budget Response

NEW YORK, NY (April 2, 2026) “We are grateful to see the New York City Council’s proposal to restore $30 million for culture previously slated for cuts. This investment is essential to the health, safety, and cultural vitality of our communities. We appreciate the Council’s continued support for the institutions and services New Yorkers rely on every day.”