This bill extends the expiration date for specific provisions regarding refunding bonds from September 30, 2026, to September 30, 2029. Refunding bonds are financial instruments used by local governments to pay off existing debt with new loans, often at lower interest rates. By amending the state's local finance law, the legislation ensures that rules governing these bond transactions remain in effect for an additional three years. The change directly impacts local governments and financial institutions involved in municipal debt management.
Authorizes the South End Children's Cafe Inc. to file an application for a retroactive real property tax exemption with the city of Albany assessor for all applicable taxes from the 2025-2026 assessment rolls.
This bill authorizes the Church of Pentecost, USA, Inc. to receive a retroactive exemption from real property taxes for a specific parcel of land in Sayville, Suffolk County. The legislation directs the town assessor to treat the church's application as if it had been filed on time, allowing the organization to avoid paying taxes for the 2025-2026 assessment period if it qualifies under existing laws. If the exemption is approved, the town may refund any taxes, fines, or penalties the church previously paid and remove any associated tax liens. The act takes effect immediately upon passage.
Authorizes the village of New Hyde Park to file an application for exemption from real property taxes for a portion of the 2024-2025 assessment rolls and all of the 2025 general taxes.
Relates to the allocation and use of the revenues raised from the imposition of hotel and motel taxes in Cortland county; provides that a certain percentage of such net annual occupancy receipts be utilized to support and enhance tourism and tourist activity; provides that the remaining portion be used for any lawful county purpose related to economic development.
Authorizes the city of Oleans assessor to accept an application for a real property tax exemption from OWH Properties, Inc. (Operation Warm Hearts) for all of the 2025-2026 school taxes and all of the 2025 general taxes.
This bill allows the Hicksville Water District to apply for a retroactive exemption from real property taxes for specific years, including 2024-2025 and 2025-2026. The legislation authorizes the Nassau County assessor to treat the district's late application as if it had been submitted on time, provided the district qualifies under existing tax laws. If approved, the district could receive a refund for any taxes already paid on the property located at 109 Stewart Avenue in Hicksville, along with the cancellation of related fines or penalties. The measure requires final approval by the Nassau County legislature before the tax rolls are corrected.
This bill increases the occupancy tax in St. Lawrence County from three percent to five percent. It directly affects guests staying at hotels, motels, apartment hotels, and boarding houses within the county by raising the fee charged on their room rentals. The law allows the county to collect this additional tax on the per diem rental rate for each room, regardless of whether the stay is daily or longer. The change takes effect immediately upon passage.
Authorizes the town of Clinton to impose a 3% occupancy tax upon persons occupying hotel or motel rooms in such town; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof.
This bill authorizes the town of Lancaster in Erie County to impose an occupancy tax of up to three percent on overnight lodging. The tax applies to hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and tourist facilities, but exempts permanent residents who stay for at least 90 consecutive days. The town can collect the tax through its fiscal officer, and property owners may be responsible for collecting and remitting the tax on behalf of the town. Revenues from the tax will go into the town's general fund for any lawful purpose, and the authorization expires on December 31, 2028.
