Dear Esteemed Members of the Putnam County Business Community,

Welcome to your constant source of empowerment and insight – the Putnam County Business Council’s weekly Putnam County News and New York State Business Update. Every week, we strive to bring you the most relevant and impactful information, keeping you abreast of the latest developments, opportunities, and trends in our business landscape. Together, let’s navigate the path to success and prosperity in our vibrant community and beyond.

Here’s to another week of growth and excellence!

Warm regards,

Nat Prentice

President, Putnam County Business Council
Putnam County Setting Model for Accountable, Transparent Government – Americans for Tax Reform
Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne is building the standard for conservative reforms in local government in the New York county. Last month, the county executive’s office released three model policies aimed at increasing transparency measures for the legislative process and to encourage more direct citizen involvement in the government process.
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No Massive Tax Hike Planned For New York State
This week New York Governor Kathy Hochul gave her proposed state budget plan for 2025 and there is some very good news for New York taxpayers.
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Social Security Cuts: Retirees Should Avoid These 20 States With High Taxes and High Cost of Living
As retirees grapple with the prospect of reduced Social Security benefits and modest cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), choosing an affordable place to live is…
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Here’s what’s in the new bill to expand the child tax credit – Marketplace
The temporary 2021 expanded child tax credit helped millions out of poverty. A new bill will enhance the tax credit, although experts say it will have trouble passing Congress.
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New York Governor Moves to Repeal Potency-Based Cannabis Tax
In her state budget proposal for the 2025 fiscal year, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed that New York do away with its potency-based tax structure for licensed cannabis operators.
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Consumer sentiment index shows more optimism by many New Yorkers
A Siena College Research Institute official says the increased optimism is likely related to a variety of factors, including the fact that inflation has eased somewhat.
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