August 14, 2007 -- The New York State Department of Taxation & Finance began mailing letters this summer alerting homeowners who receive the basic STAR exemption of the opportunity to apply to receive this year’s new Middle Class STAR rebate.

Notifications are being mailed to counties on a staggered basis with Duanesburg residents set to receive materials during the week of September 10. Applications must be submitted to the assessor by November 30, 2007.

Rebate amounts are based on several factors including school tax rates, the town in which the home is located and the recipient's 2005 income bracket.
 
According to New York State’s Tax Department, residents in the town of Duanesburg with a 2005 household income less than $90,000 will receive a rebate check for $365.89.

Senior citizens who are property owners and receive an enhanced STAR exemption on their 2007-08 tax bill will receive a rebate check automatically. For seniors with enhanced STAR—no application is required.

To learn more, visit http://www.tax.state.ny.us/star/2007 or call 1-877-678-2769.