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Albany Common Council Approves Commuter Tax
The council approved a commuter tax by a 9‑3 vote to help close Albany’s budget gap, affecting out‑of‑town employees.
GMNA Saratoga Springs
Albany Common Council voted 9‑3 on Oct. 20, 2026 to pass a commuter tax aimed at addressing the city’s budget shortfall.
The new tax will apply to non‑resident workers who commute into the city.