Property Tax Relief Expands for Seniors, Disabled
State, local officials announce help for Nutley, Belleville
With April 15 just around the corner, the Township of Nutley wants senior citizens and disabled residents to know that they may be eligible for additional tax relief. According to a memo from the New Jersey State Property Tax Reimbursement Program, the income limits were raised for applicants – whether they are married, single or in a civil union. The income limits allow claimants to earn $80,000 a year or less for 2010 and $80,000 or less for 2011. The topic of taxes among senior citizens was recently raised at public meetings in Nutley and Belleville. Florence Pentol of Belleville said at a recent council meeting, “We’re all struggling to stay in our homes.” Her sentiments were echoed by Jack Magnifico of Nutley who said, “I appreciate …
