Dear Putnam County Business Community,

Here’s your weekly update from the Putnam County Business Council! Packed with local trends, statewide developments, and opportunities to help your business thrive, this is your go-to resource for growth and success.

Together, we’re fostering a dynamic and prosperous community. Let’s keep driving forward!

Warm regards,

Nick D’Andrea

Chairman, Putnam County Business Council

How Tariffs Can Impact Your Business and How to Prepare
Learn how to prepare for Tariffs, such as diversifying your supply chains, considering domestic sourcing, improving operational efficiency, or adjusting your pricing.
A just fight for SALT fairness: New Yorkers Lawler, Stefanik, Garbarino and LaLota must keep pushing
New York Republican Reps. Mike Lawler, Elise Stefanik, Andrew Garbarino, and Nick LaLota back President Trump and his One Big Beautiful Bill on taxes and spending, but they put their home state above party loyalty and are absolutely right to insist that the unfair and punishing $10,000 cap on deductions of state and local taxes (called SALT) in place for the past few years be increased.
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More than 8 million people will be eligible for the direct payments.
Restaurant sales at NYS Thruway service areas surge by $44M after multi-year makeover
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The Cost of Raising Kids in the 10 Nicest New York Suburbs
When we embark on the biggest and most fulfilling risk of life — having kids — we want the best for them. And the onus is not only on us to provide the best, but also on our local communities….