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NYC Council Orders Ex-Staff to Repay Erroneous Settlements

12/6/2025

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The New York City Council demands hundreds of former staffers repay retroactive pay that was sent "erroneously" as part of a settlement.
The ex-employees face a December 18 deadline to repay amounts ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, after already spending the funds.
Councilwoman Julie Menin says the demand is shocking and should have started with an apology, adding she would investigate if elected Speaker in January.

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The New York City Council demands hundreds of former staffers repay retroactive pay that was sent "erroneously" as part of a settlement.
The ex-employees face a December 18 deadline to repay amounts ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, after already spending the funds.
Councilwoman Julie Menin says the demand is shocking and should have started with an apology, adding she would investigate if elected Speaker in January.