Mineola, NY-The members of the Nassau County Legislature met in a special meeting on Wednesday, March 24 to approve $161 million in spending for a myriad of long-term capital projects, including $78 million that will be spent this year

In a unanimous bi-partisan vote, legislators agreed to a compromised version of the original capital plan that would have called for the approval of $238 million for more than 70 projects.

“These capital projects are an investment in Nassau County’s future,” said Legislator Diane Yatauro (D-Glen Cove). “I am pleased that both sides of the aisle were able to agree on a compromise.”

Some capital projects in the 18th district include:

• $900,000 in improvements to Glen Cove Road and Northern Blvd.
• A $2Million rehabilitation project to Bayville Road in Bayville
• A $3Million road improvement project to West Shore Road in Mill Neck. This project will include raising the road approximately three feet, super-elevating the intersection and installing new curbs, sidewalks and additional drainage structures. These road improvements are intended to improve road drainage and safety along Bayville Avenue, while having no adverse effect on the environment.
• A $1.27Million rehabilitation project for the Bayville Bridge

Other Countywide projects include:

• A study of the Nassau County HUB.
• Mosquito control equipment for the Department of Public Works
• Nassau Community College-refurbishing of plaza and repair to water damaged buildings
• Eisenhower Park Veterans Memorial rehabilitation.
• 85 miles of road resurfacing in the county.
• Improvements at several of the county’s parks-includes golf course and athletic fields renovation and improvements to pools and parking.
• Two-way radio system for police department.