Southeast Queens Elected Officials Host Property Tax Reform Town Hall To Spark Dialogue On Inequities In New York City Property Tax Code

Photos: The Office of Council Member Williams Queens, NY — Council Member Nantasha Williams, in collaboration with NY Communities for Change, NYS Senator Leroy Comrie, Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman, NYC Comptroller Brad Lander, and the Southeast Queens delegation of elected officials, hosted a virtual Property Tax Reform Town Hall on April 23rd, which featured a panel discussion with elected leaders, advocates, and experts. The event aimed to discuss and address the inequities within the NYC property tax code, shedding light on why it exists, who benefits from the current situation, and what steps can be taken to bring relief to middle-class homeowners. Property tax inequities disproportionately burden middle-class homeowners, exacerbating financial strain and widening economic disparities. These inequities often result in homeowners paying disproportionately higher taxes compared to their wealthier counterparts, further exacerbating housing affordability challenges. Addressing property tax inequities is crucial for promoting economic fairness and ensuring that homeowners across all income levels can thrive. The collaboration of elected officials, policy experts and NY Communities for Change reflects a shared commitment to addressing systemic inequities and advocating for policies that prioritize the needs of working families and homeowners. The event was prompted following the recent decision by the state’s...