Counties in the News, March 27, 2017

• By: NYSAC
• On: 03/27/2017 12:00:37
• In: Counties in the News

NYSAC
A Statement About Why The State Budget Matters to County Property Taxes
As State Lawmakers and Governor Andrew Cuomo convene in Albany this week to negotiate the final terms of the 2017-18 New York State Budget, it is important to recognize how the decisions made in the State Capitol have a direct impact on county property taxpayers.
 
Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature continue to highlight that the largest tax burden New Yorkers face is the property tax. County leaders agree 100 percent - property taxes are too high in New York, especially compared to other states. From the county perspective, we believe a primary reason for high property taxes is that counties in New York are required to pay for State services and programs that other counties across the nation do not. If you want to compare our property tax rates to other states, then you also need to compare how New York state mandates directly impact local spending and revenues.
 
STATEWIDE
Extra! Extra! Albany Lawmakers Face Five-Day Week in Capitol
 
Lawmakers feeling April 1 deadline
 
It's time to shift: State should relieve counties of the burden to fund Medicaid
 
Cuomo Says the GOP Health-Care Bill 'Declared War on New York'
 
LeBrun: Cuomo gets a bit back of what he gives
 
Collins amendment put county executives in awkward spot
 
LONG ISLAND
Uber: Local control of regulations could strangle Long Island business

HUDSON VALLEY
Ulster lawmakers back ‘hate crime' status for offenses against first responders
 
Legislature OKs bond to advance Ulster County Poorhouse memorial
 
Editorial: Thumbs up for smart laws and helping hands
 
Tolerance among religions, communities the focus of Islamic Association event
 
CAPITAL
Schneiderman announces $20 million in grants to land banks rebuilding neighborhoods across the state
 
MOHAWK VALLEY
Some push for Herkimer County executive position
 
Area officials applaud Quad-C announcement
 
Fulton County, Northville eyed for business
 
Pair aim to promote health, wellness
 
SOUTHERN TIER
Red Cross holds blood drive at Broome County office building
 
CENTRAL NEW YORK
AG awards Oswego County Land Bank $1 Million
 
FINGER LAKES
Promoting public good, safety: Criminal Justice Advisory Council works behind the scenes in Genesee County
 
County Legislature releases new website format
 
Seneca County Farm Bureau in Albany to Champion Agriculture
 
Saying goodbye to Airman Morrow
 
WESTERN NEW YORK
Poloncarz Discusses Population Growth in Erie County
 
Great Lakes must be protected for our environment and economy
 
Poloncarz proposes nursing home protections