County Executive’s Corner “Dubious Propositions”

County Executive’s Corner “Dubious Propositions”

By County Executive Ed Day When I reviewed the proposed Governor’s Executive Budget, it included, among other items, an Early Voting initiative. Given the fact that some years back when this was last proposed, the proposed cost of implementation would have occupied approximately three quarters of the entirety of a 2% property tax increase, I […]

More Families May Be Eligible for the Child Care Credit/Dependency Exemption

More Families May Be Eligible for the Child Care Credit/Dependency Exemption

BY PHIL GOLDSTEIN Managing Partner, Goldstein, Lieberman and Co. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) made significant changes to the child credit. This credit is generally available to taxpayers with children under the age of 17, but the new law adds a new (smaller) credit for other dependents. Here are the details. Old Rules – Under […]

Hometown Happenings: Investing Wisely in Clarkstown’s Future

Hometown Happenings: Investing Wisely in Clarkstown’s Future

By Town of Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann It’s hard to believe, but spring is here, and with it, a lot of discussions about what projects should be done in and around the house. Is this the year you finally remodel the bathroom, or is it way past the time to repave the driveway? Can we […]

County Executive’s Corner: Dividends for Taxpayers

County Executive’s Corner: Dividends for Taxpayers

By Rockland County Executive Ed Day A New Year and new opportunities to make good on a vow that has been a centerpiece of my administration – economic development. Attracting business – clean industry – is tied to our way of life and your pocketbook. Keep in mind that every cent of the taxes paid […]

MTA’s Chickens Come Home to Roost

Bloated authority finally dealt a blow by the judicial system. Whether ruling stands on appeal or not, reforms must be sought ROCKLAND COUNTY TIMES EDITORIAL Congratulations to Nassau County and to all the residents and business owners of the New York metro region. Last week marked a victory for the taxpayers of the region, as […]