NYAOTNewsListing

view the recording of our informational webinar on our proposed legislative agenda and bylaws revisions ahead of the vote at our Annua Business Meeting on Feb. 17.

Towns are Primed for Savings with Amazon

Posted on 1/9/2026

The Final Penny: What Rounding Means for Municipal Tax Collection

Posted on 1/9/2026

Member Alert: Nationwide Scam Targeting Planning & Zoning Board has Hit New York

Posted on 1/8/2026

Announcing EPIC Fund NY & Revive NY

Posted on 12/10/2025

The New York Association of Towns (NYAOT) is proud to launch two new programs designed to help member municipalities strengthen their financial footing and reduce rising costs. Through Revive NY, NYAOT has partnered with Brown & Brown Ins.........

Koetzle Statement on Renewable Energy Assessments

Posted on 12/3/2025

New York Association of Towns Executive Director Christopher A. Koetzle issued the following statement on the bill that amends RPTL to modify the method by which solar and wind energy systems are assessed by requiring the use of a discounted cash....

Deadline Extended: Cybersecurity Grant Funding

Posted on 10/23/2025

NYSDHSES has just announced an extension of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. Click to learn about the details and how to apply...

NY Court of Appeals Upholds Even Year Elections

Posted on 10/16/2025

he New York Court of Appeals (the state's highest court) today upheld the 2023 law that requires counties and towns to hold elections for certain offices in even-numbered years instead of odd years. NYAOT Executive Director...

NYAOT Announces Partnership to Address Rising Retiree Costs for Towns

Posted on 10/10/2025

We know that for our members, retiree healthcare is no longer just a budget item; it is a growing liability that threatens financial stability and community priorities. Year after year, rising premiums force towns to make difficult choices....

NYAOT Launches On-Demand Training Series

Posted on 10/8/2025

The New York Association of Towns has developed a comprehensive training and resource program designed to strengthen local government leadership across New York State. Building on our mission to support town officials.....

NYAOT News

New York's Hidden Property Tax Driver: Health Insurance Mandates

2026-2027 Enacted Budget Summary is Here

Tier 6 Reforms Joint Statement

Truck Simulator Day to Drive Recruitment Efforts

Rural Communities Council is About to Kick-Off

Lobby Day Puts Town Priorities Front & Center

New Hires Will Propel Association's Legislative Goals & Member Services Forward

Office of the State Comptroller Releases 1st Quarter Sales Tax Report

Step-by-Step Guide on Updating your Town Roster Online

Legal Alert: Court Decides in Favor of Planning Board

ADA Municipal Website & Digital Content Compliance Guide

Tier 6 Commentary in Times Union

NYAOT NYCOM & NYSAC Release Joint Statement on Tier 6 Reforms

NEW Tax Exemption Status for Vets

NYAOT Standard Workday Resolution

New York's Highest Court Sides with Municipalities in FOIL Decision

30 Day Amendments Contain a $100 Million Boost to Temporary Municipal Assistance Program

Legal Alert: Wind Solar Assessment Appeal Discontinued

Towns Talk Budget Information

Informational Webinar Recording

Town Law Manual 2026 Edition

2026 State of the Towns