Can They Do That? Council Sets Vote on $10k Perk for Paraprofessionals

The City Council will vote on a bill to provide paraprofessionals in the city school system with a $10,000 workforce stabilization payment, separate from their negotiated salaries, amid concerns about its legality under state labor rules. The United Federation of Teachers supports the move to address low pay and vacancies affecting students with disabilities, while the mayor’s office raises legal and fairness concerns.