Mount Vernon Takes the Lead

On December 13, 2018, the New York Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s decision
allowing the City of Mount Vernon to assess and tax technology
infrastructure.

Mayor Richard Thomas said, “ The state Court of Appeals decision is a huge
victory for taxpayers in Mount Vernon and around the state. By
successfully arguing for common sense — that cell towers and other
equipment can be taxed — Mount Vernon has established a long-term source
of revenue that’s beneficial to its residents and all municipalities
across the state. Taxpayers deserve to share in the innovations of
technology and this decision protects that dynamic.”

Read the details here: https://www.law.com/newyorklawjournal/2018/12/13/local-governments-may-tax-telecommunications-infrastructure-ny-high-court-rules/