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Gary R. McCarthy
Mayor2011-2027
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 14
- Total speaking time
- 45:17
- Avg per meeting
- 3:14
- Segments
- 597
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Top issues during term (3)(Budget)
critical↑Jul 2026[54]
City Budget Deficit and Financial Planning
A projected $15 million shortfall drove talk of a 42.6% tax hike; the compromise budget passed, and the city's self-insured health plan alone costs $18.8 million a year.
high↑Nov 2026[20]
State Aid and Casino Revenue Advocacy
Could mean meaningful additional revenue for city services and property tax relief.
high↓Jun 2026[0]
aquatic center budget
Taxpayers are off the hook for $20 million so far, but expect more budget tweaks before shovels actually hit the dirt.
Decisions during term (4)
Recorded while McCarthy was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
approved6-0Sep 28, 2026
Adoption of Consent Agenda and Budget Public Hearing Resolution
approved5-0Sep 14, 2026
A RESOLUTION Calling for a Public Hearing for the Proposed 2027 Operating Budget and Capital Budget for the City of Schenectady
approved5-0Jul 6, 2026
SPD Budget Amendments
approved7-0Jun 22, 2026