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West Babylon Residents Protest Proposed 6% Tax Hike and Official Salary Increase

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What happened

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During a public hearing in West Babylon, town residents criticized a preliminary 2027 budget proposal that would raise taxes by nearly 6%. The budget would increase the average homeowner's tax payment by $114, moving it from $1,920 to $2,034. The proposal also includes a salary increase for town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, raising his pay by $36,000 to $160,000.

From newsday.com

Why it matters

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The proposed tax increase directly impacts the financial burden on local homeowners in West Babylon. Residents at the hearing also raised concerns regarding ongoing probes into Schaffer's conduct.

From newsday.com

Who's involved

  • West BabylonThe location where the public budget hearing took place
  • NewsdayThe newspaper that reported on the local town affairs

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • West BabylonSpeculative

    Local residents might face increased costs of living due to the proposed tax hike.

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