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Legislative District 02

Posted on: July 28, 2026

Legislator Russell Secures $251K For Westbury UFSD

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(WESTBURY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Viviana L. Russell has successfully secured two Community Revitalization Project grants totaling $251,562.90 for the Westbury Union Free School District. These funds will be used to complete the replacement of bleachers at Westbury High School and to build a modern, fully accessible, ADA-compliant playground at Powells Lane Elementary School.

 

“We extend our sincere appreciation to Nassau County Legislator Viviana Russell for championing these important capital improvements for our schools,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tahira A. DuPree Chase. “The replacement of the Westbury High School bleachers and the new playground at Powells Lane Elementary School represent meaningful investments in student safety and wellness. From our youngest learners discovering the joy of play to our scholar-athletes, families, community, and alumni gathering to celebrate school spirit, these enhancements will enrich the educational experience and reinforce our shared commitment to providing exceptional learning environments where every child can thrive.”

 

“Updating the bleachers at Westbury High School will provide spectators with seating that is safe, secure, and compliant with contemporary building codes, and a new playground at Powells Lane Elementary will advance the cause of social equity by creating spaces where children of all abilities can excel,” Legislator Russell said. “I am thrilled that the Legislature embraced these important investments in our youth important investment in our youth, and I thank my Democratic colleagues for their focus on ensuring every community in our County receives the resources they need to thrive. Go Dragons!” 

 

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