Walton Property Watch

What's happening in Walton

The river right now, who decides your taxes, what's new in town, local events, and who's buying land, all from public records.

This week & ahead

Community events and town-board meetings near you

The river right now

West Branch Delaware River at Walton · live from the USGS gauge

What's new in town

New businesses and liquor licenses filed for Walton

Who's buying land

Land activity near you, summary only, no names

Who decides your tax bill

The assessor decides your home's value. But most of your bill is spending, set by three groups in public meetings anyone can attend. Here is who, and how to be in the room.

Where every tax dollar goes. Tap a piece to see who sets it and how to have a say.

3rd Tue of May
School budget vote. Your say on the biggest piece.
4th Tue of May
Grievance Day. Challenge your home's value.

Real figures from NY State (school report cards) and the State Comptroller (county and town). Look up your address to see your own split.