NYC Comptroller, Public Advocate, and Borough Presidents: What Each Office Actually Does

A neutral, civic guide to three of New York City’s most important offices outside the mayoralty: the Comptroller (the city’s chief financial officer and auditor), the Public Advocate (the city’s ombudsman and first in mayoral succession), and the five Borough Presidents (who control ULURP recommendations, community board appointments, and a share of the capital budget). Includes 2026 election dates verified against vote.nyc.