City/County Sales Tax Distribution Agreement Adjustment
Tompkins County
Summary
City of Ithaca sales tax collections fell 2.37% in 2025, triggering a $1.02 million budget adjustment under the decades-old distribution agreement. A Sales Tax Working Group is reviewing the 1993 agreement and found discrepancies, including library funds the city was behind on paying.
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Last discussed Jun 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Both revenue and expenditure lines increase by $1,020,586, with the city distribution down $12,494 from projections.
City of Ithaca programs funded through the agreement, including TCAT, recreation, and human service agencies.
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