The village of Atlantic Beach on Long Island voted for an unprecedented 87% property tax increase, attributing the necessity to a history of improper tax assessments. Local officials, however, have not provided clear justifications for the hike, eliciting frustration from citizens. They accuse village leaders of mismanaging public funds leading to a legal battle with The Chabad of the Beaches, with over $500,000 in legal fees at stake. Residents express anger over the lack of accountability and advocate for better local services instead of an exorbitant tax burden.
"I wouldn't mind paying more taxes if they would fix the damn boardwalk or do something about the roads that have been a mess since Hurricane Sandy..."
"Nassau County is not responsible for the Village of Atlantic Beach budget or tax levy, nor do we calculate, bill, collect or distribute village taxes..."
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