The tentative budget developed by the Essex Town Council is under the tax levy cap allowance. Essex Supervisor Ed Gardner said the levy cap was set by the state at 0.68 percent increase. In fact, he said, the total tax levy of $697,621 is about $15,000 less than the current … [Read more...] about Town of Essex proposes levy, budget below current year spending level (THE SUN)
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Bankruptcy Court Orders Sale of Westport Golf Course (THE SUN)
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of New York moved ownership of the Westport Country Club to Consolidated Mortgages LLC, a company owned by the brother and sister of beleaguered golf course golf pro and operator John Hall. The Bankruptcy Court decision on Sept. 9 … [Read more...] about Bankruptcy Court Orders Sale of Westport Golf Course (THE SUN)
Has Willsboro Central Budgeting Overtaxed Residents? (THE SUN)
The state comptroller has criticized the Willsboro Central School District for overestimating costs when preparing their budgets over the past three years. A report issued earlier this month said the district’s budgeting practices lead to oversized reserves. Despite the … [Read more...] about Has Willsboro Central Budgeting Overtaxed Residents? (THE SUN)
Town Taxes & Water/Sewer: Updated Payment Website
Our apologies to anyone trying to pay their taxes or water/sewer bills with a credit or debit card. The slip enclosed was used in error. Here is the proper website to use when paying with a credit card: www.paygov.us You can use the pay location of 35949 or search by state, … [Read more...] about Town Taxes & Water/Sewer: Updated Payment Website
Taxes Up 9.8 Percent in Essex
"The town has blasted through the state tax cap. Residents can expect to see a hike of nearly 10 percent as part of the $1.6 million spending plan. The chief culprit, said Supervisor Ed Gardner, was the creation of a new ambulance district, costs of which have been set at … [Read more...] about Taxes Up 9.8 Percent in Essex