Gentile says city shouldn’t keep STAR program secret
Thousands of homeowners across New York could lose out on getting a break on their property taxes because the city isn’t doing enough to inform them of an important tax relief program, according to Councilman Vincent Gentile.
Gentile (D-Bay Ridge-Dyker Heights-Bensonhurst) is calling on the New York City Department of Finance to notify homeowners that they are required to reapply for the New York State School Tax Relief Program (STAR), the popular tax relief program that provides a partial exemption from school property taxes.
“This is a proverbial pot of gold for hardworking New Yorkers struggling to get by. It should not be kept secret. Homeowners need to be made aware of the protocols and deadlines,” Gentile said.