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Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
State aid was available to local governments to replace real property tax revenue lost under a railroad tax abatement program. Local governments were required to apply for the 50 percent tax relief. This series consists of state aid applications, which include payee's name and address; total and percentage of taxes levied; adjusted base year tax levy; and requested amount of state aid.
Creator:
Title:
Local government applications for state aid under railroad tax abatement program
Quantity:

0.4 cubic feet

Inclusive Dates:
1959-1979
Series Number:
B1207