| The Verplanck Fire District Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss a proposed partial real property tax exemption for enrolled volunteer firefighters.
Meeting Details
What: Public hearing regarding Real Property Tax Law §466-a.
When: Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m..
Where: Fire Headquarters Building, 238 8th Street, Verplanck, New York.
Who: Open to all residents and taxpayers of the Verplanck Fire District.
Overview of the Proposal
The Board of Fire Commissioners is considering a resolution to adopt the benefits of state law §466-a. This law allows local government and emergency service entities to grant a partial residential real property tax exemption to active volunteer firefighters. Local approval is required before the tax relief can take effect for the volunteers serving the Town of Cortlandt hamlet.
All interested community members are invited to attend and provide public comments before the board votes on the measure. |
