Pataki seeks tax cuts and brownfield boost in State of the State
Governor Pataki plans to double empire zone size upstate to include brownfields of 10 or more acres, extend zone benefits, and offer tax credits to spur redevelopment. He would also eliminate the alternative minimum tax for manufacturers, reduce corporate taxes based on in state sales, and fund a Special Weapons Interdiction Field Team to curb gun trafficking.
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Seven speakers weigh Carousel Mall tax deal views
Seven speakers presented to Onondaga County lawmakers on the Carousel expansion tax package. State Sen. John DeFrancesco urged focusing on the deal’s nuts and bolts while Joanie Mahoney highlighted Pyramid Cos vision. Pyramid founder Robert Conger spoke of community value. others from McNulty to Kelly outlined studies and economic impact as lawmakers consider the 900 million project.
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County lawmakers back mall tax split with Syracuse plan
Onondaga legislators signal approval of a 70 percent county to 30 percent city split in sales tax arising from Carousel Center expansion. The deal preserves city revenue via sales tax growth while county leaders push to finalize terms in a February meeting amid lingering doubts and past disputes over share of receipts.
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Lawmakers weigh tax deal to aid Pyramid mall project
Syracuse legislators consider a property tax hiatus for three decades to fund a $250 million expansion at Pyramid mall including parking garages and road work. The plan aims to transform the mall into a major entertainment and retail destination that could boost the local economy by billions annually in sales tax. A separate proposal would earmark a portion of sales tax from the new mall sections to the city. Many lawmakers urged negotiation and education, while Pyramid partners remained hopeful the county legislature would approve after further talks.
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Bush eyes economy meeting amid looming recession
President-elect Bush attended a closed Austin session with business leaders as Congress readies for a new session. He pushes a 10-year tax cut while lawmakers debate a larger package to counter a slowing economy. Democrats weigh opposing the full plan and seek compromise.
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Bush finishes Cabinet picks and diversity in lineup
President Bush completes his Cabinet choices highlighting diversity with three women and ethnic minority appointees. The selections include Condoleezza Rice as national security advisor while a broader team hints at representation across Black, Hispanic, and Asian-American communities.
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