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4:58pm

Wed May 22, 2013
Jobs

Cuomo plan links SUNY tax-free zones with new business

Credit Ashley Hassett / WBFO

  • The Innovation Trail’s Ashley Hassett reports on a plan Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that aims to draw new businesses onto SUNY campuses.

Governor Andrew Cuomo unveiled a plan today that would entice new businesses to locate near SUNY campuses. The initiative is called “Tax Free NY” and it would allow businesses to operate without paying income, sales, property or business taxes for a period of ten years.

The plan aims to attract businesses such as software companies, high-tech companies, and advanced manufacturers. Cuomo says it will enable businesses to 'lean on' SUNY institutions for support, increasing the chances that businesses will succeed.

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1:00pm

Fri May 3, 2013
Business

A plan for a Syracuse homecoming by opening a new business

Credit Ryan Delaney / WRVO

Frank D'Agostino has his eye on a mostly vacant storefront in the Armory Square section of downtown Syracuse. It's a big part of his grand plan for a Syracuse homecoming.

"Dagsly," as he’s known by his friends, aims to open a computer service and repair store in the space, hoping to capitalize on the growing residential population downtown.

"People are moving back into Syracuse in droves and they’re going to need a place to bring their stuff when it gets busted," he reasons.

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