New York City is closing enrollment to new applicants of child care vouchers due to a standoff between the city and state, according to a recent media report.
The New York Daily News reports that First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro announced Monday the city would close enrollment to new applicants who qualify for child care assistance.
According to the Daily News, City Hall sought millions of dollars in state funding for the program, but Hochul and state lawmakers included $350 million in the state budget to avert a fiscal shortfall — requiring the city to match their investment to qualify for the funds…