TOWN OF NEWBURGH – The governor has signed legislation allowing the Town of Newburgh to impose a hotel and motel tax.
The measure, sponsored by Senator James Skoufis (D, Cornwall) and Assemblyman Jonathan Jacobson (D, Newburgh), will allow the town to impose a room tax of up to five percent.
The town has seven hotels and eight motels and over $1 million is expected annually from the new tax, which is typically borne by out-of-state visitors.
“This bill looks out for our local taxpayers at a time when so many are struggling and need relief,” said Skoufis. “By raising revenue from out-of-towners and tourists who nonetheless still use our municipal services, we’re able to help offset the burden that local taxpayers would otherwise bear.”
“This legislation will allow the Town of Newburgh to generate much-needed revenue from area visitors rather than by squeezing already struggling residents,” said Jacobson.
The bill takes effect immediately.
