Town Board Meeting Recap
The Town Board met last night for the Regular Monthly Board meeting. During the meeting, the Board received a petition from the Au Sable Forks Free Library regarding poor cell service in the area, I will be forwarding this list to contacts at Verizon and representatives at the State level. Updates were provided on ongoing infrastructure and community projects, and the Board formally adopted the 2026 budget, setting priorities for the year ahead. The Board also adopted Local Law #1 of 2025, updating property tax exemptions for seniors. Residents can watch the full meeting video on the Town of Jay website.
Local Law #1 of 2025 – Senior Property Tax Exemption
Local Law #1 of 2025 redefines income thresholds for residents 65 years and older to qualify for a partial real property tax exemption. Seniors with income up to $29,000 may receive a 50% exemption on the Town’s general municipal taxes, with partial exemptions gradually decreasing for incomes up to $37,399.99. Applicants must comply with New York State Real Property Tax Law Section 467. The law took effect during the 2026 tax season.
Celebrate Arto Monaco’s Birthday!
Celebrate the birthday of Arto Monaco on Saturday, November 15, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Wells Memorial Library in Upper Jay, just across the river from the famous Land of Make Believe. The event will feature a Castle Cake Contest to show off creative baking skills, stories from those who worked at the Land of Make Believe as young teens, and exhibits showcasing Arto Monaco’s whimsical artwork. This family-friendly event honors the legacy of one of the Adirondacks’ most beloved creative minds.
Hope you have a great weekend,
Matt.
