This bill allows the City of Buffalo to let two specific firefighters, Rhiannon Maguire and Jeffrey Brett, join an optional twenty-year retirement plan they previously missed. It applies only to these individuals who failed to apply on time for reasons not caused by their own negligence, such as administrative errors. The city must formally approve the plan within nine months and pay for any associated costs over a ten-year period. Once approved, the firefighters can enroll and receive full retirement benefits as if they had applied earlier.
This bill authorizes the town of Poughkeepsie to impose a 5% tax on overnight stays at hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts. The tax applies to guests staying for less than ninety consecutive days, while permanent residents are exempt from the charge. Revenue collected from the tax will go into the town's general fund and can be used for any lawful municipal purpose. The legislation includes provisions for how the tax is collected, paid, and legally reviewed, and it will automatically expire three years after it takes effect.
Authorizes the commissioner of general services, subject to the consent of the commissioner of corrections and community supervision, to transfer and convey certain state land to the Livingston County Water & Sewer Authority.
Exempts persons holding the office of code enforcement officer of the city of Auburn from the requirement that such person be a resident of the political subdivision or municipal corporation of the state for which such person shall be chosen or within which such person's official functions are required to be exercised.
This bill authorizes the city of Niagara Falls to sell a specific 1.77-acre parkland known as the "Ten Rod Strip" to The Papermill, LLC. The primary goal of this transfer is to merge two separate commercial properties that are currently divided by the park, thereby allowing for new development. In exchange for selling this land, the city must dedicate an amount of money equal to its fair market value toward buying new parkland or improving existing recreational facilities. The legislation also ensures that if the city received any federal funding for the park, it must first meet all federal requirements for converting such land before the sale can proceed.
Amends the purposes and duties of the Volunteer and Exempt Firemen's Benevolent Association of Millwood, New York; makes certain technical corrections.
Authorizes the town of Kinderhook to alienate certain parklands and to convey such land to the Valatie Volunteer Rescue Squad for the purpose of providing emergency medical services to the town of Kinderhook.
Relates to the offering of installment payment plans for tax delinquent property in the city of Mount Vernon, subject to a first payment equal to at least ten percent of delinquent taxes, assessments or other legal charges, and subject to specific periods of duration.
Clarifies procedures affecting the first annual election of fire district officials to a board of fire commissioners to allow voters to cast one vote for each open position on such board of fire commissioners to be filled in such election.
This bill authorizes Columbia County to impose a 4% tax on overnight stays at hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, inns, and tourist homes. The tax applies to the per diem rental rate for each room but excludes permanent residents who stay for at least thirty consecutive days. If a city within the county also imposes a similar tax, the county's rate must be reduced accordingly, and cities must provide six months' notice before their tax takes effect. The county treasurer or designated fiscal officers will collect the tax, which can be paid directly to property owners who are then responsible for remitting the funds to the county. Revenues generated from this tax are intended for the county, and the law includes specific procedures for filing returns, calculating amounts, and appealing assessments.
This bill officially recognizes the Alert Volunteer Exempt Firefighter's Benevolent Association of Great Neck, New York, as a continuing legal entity. It defines eligibility for membership to include current and former volunteers from the local fire company, as well as those who have received firefighter certificates from other volunteer groups, while excluding anyone removed for cause. The legislation grants the association the authority to join larger firefighter organizations, accept property transfers from the fire company, and collect specific fire insurance taxes to fund its operations. These funds are designated for the care and relief of disabled or indigent volunteer and exempt firefighters and their families.
This bill requires the state education commissioner to create uniform rules for diapering and toileting students in public schools. The new protocols mandate that schools provide safe, accessible facilities and necessary supplies to maintain a sanitary environment for these activities. The law applies to a wide range of institutions, including public school districts, special education schools, and private schools serving students with disabilities. Schools must follow these guidelines to ensure a safe and healthy setting for students who require assistance with toileting.
