Police Surviving Spouse Property Tax Exemption
Town of Brookhaven
Summary
The Town Board enacted local laws updating town tax codes to increase income limits for senior citizen exemptions and implement expanded property tax relief for permanently and totally disabled military veterans.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Provides targeted property tax relief to qualifying seniors and disabled veterans within the town tax district.
Qualifying senior citizens and disabled military veterans.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Town Board - Oct 22, 2026
The Town Board enacted local laws updating town tax codes to increase income limits for senior citizen exemptions and implement expanded property tax relief for permanently and totally disabled military veterans.
Town Board - Feb 26, 2026
The town enacted a 50% property tax exemption for the primary residences of surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty, offering crucial financial relief.
Town Board - Feb 12, 2026
The board advanced a local law to provide property tax exemptions for surviving spouses of police officers killed in the line of duty. Residents and board members emphasized the importance of supporting families of fallen officers despite administrative hurdles.
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