Bill > A03047

This bill changes the way town assessors are selected in New York State, specifically for towns of the second class, by eliminating the current system of electing assessors and replacing it with an appointment process. Under the new law, assessors will no longer be elected positions but will instead be appointed by the town board, similar to other town employees like constables and additional staff. The bill removes language that previously allowed towns to elect assessors and mandates that assessors will be appointed according to section three hundred ten of the real property tax law. Current elected assessors who cannot be re-elected due to this change will be permitted to complete their existing terms. An assessor is typically a local government official responsible for determining the value of properties for tax purposes. The bill applies to towns of the second class, which are generally smaller municipalities with specific governance structures. The change aims to potentially create a more professional and consistent approach to property assessment by shifting the selection process from electoral to appointive.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3047