Posted on: May 17, 2019
Mineola, NY – On May 9th, Nassau County Legislature Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello addressed a letter to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins to urge the passage of S4524/A...
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Posted on: May 13, 2019
As the weather gets warmer and summer draws closer, our thoughts turn toward enjoying some of the great beaches that Nassau County has to offer. Before the summer season begins, I would like to remind everyone that May is Melanoma Awareness Month because ...Read on...
Posted on: May 3, 2019
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER TO HOST FREE CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY INSPECTIONS
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2019
9:00 AM to 12:00 NOONSafety Seat Insp. Station
170 Cantiague Rock Rd., Hicksville
FRIDAY, MAY 31, 20199:00 AM to 12:00 NOON
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Posted on: March 29, 2019
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER INVITES ALL RESIDENTS TO A HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS COMMUNITY FORUM
THURSDAY, APRIL 11TH – 6:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
Bethpage Public Library – 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage
The Atlantic Hurricane Season lasts from June 1st throu...
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Posted on: March 28, 2019
VETS2VETS MOBILE ANIMAL CLINIC
Saturday, april 13, 2019 - 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Newbridge Road Park – 2600 Newbridge Rd., Bellmore
Legislator Laura Schaefer is co-sponsoring the Bring Vets2Vets Program along with Legislators John R. Ferretti, Steve Rhoads...
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Posted on: March 15, 2019
NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE TO HOLD
SECOND REASSESSMENT HEARING
The Nassau Legislature will be holding a second legislative hearing on the topic of the County Executive’s Reassessment Plan and its impact on Nassau homeowners. All residents ar...
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Posted on: March 13, 2019
Good evening. I am Legislator Laura Schaefer and want to thank News 12 for giving me this opportunity to provide a few brief remarks on the State of Nassau County on behalf of the Republican Majority in the Legislature.
To begin, let me say that no p...
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Posted on: March 7, 2019
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER TO HOST NARCAN TRAINING/ OVERDOSE PREVENTION WORKSHOP
Wednesday, March 27, 2019 • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Wheatley School – 11 Bacon Rd., Old Westbury
You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!
Every day...
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Posted on: March 7, 2019
community Blood Drive
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 • 2:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Hicksville Fire Department – 20 E. Marie St., Hicksville
Please join Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker and come out to the Community Blood Drive t...
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Posted on: March 7, 2019
senior scams & consumer fraud community forums
don’t let scammers make you their next victim!
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer will be hosting two community forums in the 14th Legislative District along with representatives from the Nassa...
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Posted on: March 4, 2019
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER & LEGISLATOR WALKER ARE HOSTING TOWN HALL MEETINGS ABOUT NEW ASSESSMENT PLAN
Thursday, March 21st
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Walter P. Bennett Community Center
28 W. Carl St., Hicksville
Monday, April 1st
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Bethpage HS...
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Posted on: March 1, 2019
LONG ISLAND CARES 8TH ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE PET FOOD DRIVE
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleased to participate in the 8th Annual Legislative Pet Food Drive. The Legislative Pet Food Drive brings together all levels of state and local el...
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Posted on: February 8, 2019
Posted on: February 7, 2019
The deadline to challenge your property assessment has been extended to
April 30, 2019
The Nassau County Legislature has passed legislation extending
the property assessment grievance period to April 30, 2019.
The new period for filing a grievance is
JANUARY 2...
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Posted on: February 6, 2019
NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER ANNOUNCES BLOOD EMERGENCY APPEAL FOR DONORS
Winter storms, frigid temperatures and wide spread flu are making it harder for local communities to maintain their critical blood supply.
Cancelled blood drives and reduced donor turnou...
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Posted on: January 9, 2019
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER WILL HOLD TOWN HALL MEETING ABOUT NEW ASSESSMENT PLAN
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is hosting a Town Hall Meeting in Garden City to discuss the changes that the County Executive is making to the property tax assessment s...
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Posted on: January 9, 2019
PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT GRIEVANCE WORKSHOPS
Tuesday
Jan. 22, 2019
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Garden City Senior Center
6 Golf Club Lane
Garden City, NY 11530
Thursday
Jan. 31, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Bethpage Public Library
47 Powell Avenue
Bethpage, NY 11714
Friday
Feb. 8, 2019...
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Posted on: December 5, 2018
KEEP YOUR HOME DELIVERIES SAFE FROM PACKAGE THIEVES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Legislator Schaefer and the Nassau County Police
Department offer these package theft prevention tips to
Help keep your packages safe this holiday season
&...
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Posted on: December 3, 2018
HELP US BRING A SMILE TO A
NEEDY CHILD THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer has teamed up with the
United States Marine Corps for the Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Drive.
New, unwrapped toys will be collected until
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20TH
T...
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Posted on: November 30, 2018
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer will be holding a Town Hall Meeting to discuss the changes that the County Executive is making to the property tax assessment system in Nassau County, and what the potential impact may be on Nassau County homeowners...
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Posted on: November 7, 2018
Wednesday, November 28, 2018 • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Carle Place Fire Department - 460 Broadway, Carle Place
You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!
Every day, at least one Long Islander dies from an opiate overdose. And ...
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Posted on: October 18, 2018
Dear Residents,
Earlier this year, the County Executive ordered the “Revaluation” of all properties in Nassau County. The County Executive’s Revaluation will impact the market values of many homes, especially those that have b...
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Posted on: October 11, 2018
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HALLOWEEN
REMEMBER THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY TIPS
Halloween brings jack-o-lanterns, whimsical costumes, and visits from young neighbors in disguise. Legislator Laura Schaefer and the Nassau County Department of Health offer th...
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Posted on: October 11, 2018
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER ANNOUNCES
CAREER & MEGA JOB FAIR
AT NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE
~ FREE ADMISSION ~ FREE PARKING ~
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2018
10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
9:00 A.M. (Veterans Only Admissio...
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Posted on: September 12, 2018
Posted on: September 5, 2018
SCHOOL IS OPEN – DRIVE CAREFULLY!
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer would like to remind drivers to be extra cautious when driving now that school is open, especially when driving in school zones.
School zones are areas marked off near all schoo...
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Posted on: September 4, 2018
Posted on: August 29, 2018
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER ANNOUNCES
HEAT ADVISORY FOR NASSAU COUNTY
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer would like to remind residents that as the temperature rises, it's important to KEEP YOUR COOL. Know the warning signs, and treatment...
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Posted on: August 1, 2018
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19, 2018 - 8:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
Village of Hempstead Dept. of Public Works
450 Milburn Ave., Hempstead
Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop ...
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Posted on: July 9, 2018
FRIDAY, JULY 27TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PM
Hicksville Public Library – 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PM
Westbury Rec. Center – 348 Post Ave., Westbury
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16TH – 1:0...
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Posted on: June 21, 2018
At a meeting of the Nassau County Legislature on June 18, 2018, Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the members of the Nassau County Legislature honored three outstanding U.S. military veterans for their service. Ms. Sylinthia Burges, Mr. Frank Colon, Jr., a...
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Posted on: June 21, 2018
As waves travel from deep to shallow water, they will break near the shoreline. When waves break strongly in some locations and weakly in others, this can cause circulation cells which are seen as rip currents: narrow, fast-moving belts of water traveling...
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Posted on: June 21, 2018
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the Nassau County Department of Health would like to remind residents that while warm weather is a perfect time to barbecue, enjoy outdoor dining and go on picnics, it also presents opportunities for foodborne bacteria to ...
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Posted on: June 21, 2018
Few things scream “summer” to Long Islanders more than soaking up some rays with the scent of salt water in the air and sand between your toes. But it’s not all about fun in the sun!
A beautiful day at the beach can turn into tragedy in a...
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Posted on: June 13, 2018
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer would like residents to know that the New York Blood Center (NYBC) has declared a blood emergency. The organization is asking people across New York City, the Hudson Valley, Long Island and New Jersey...
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Posted on: May 25, 2018
Sunday, May 27th - 10:00 AM
Veteran’s Plaza – Eisenhower Park (Field #6)
Please join Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the United Veterans Organization for a memorable Memorial Day Ceremony on Sunday, May 27!
Legislator Schaefer is h...
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Posted on: May 7, 2018
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer is making residents aware that volunteers are needed to serve as members of the Auxiliary Police. “Our Auxiliary Police Officers do a great job in assisting our Police Department in keeping our County o...
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Posted on: May 3, 2018
LONG ISLAND MARATHON ROAD CLOSURES
for sunday, may 6, 2018
This Sunday, May 6th is the Long Island Marathon. Be aware of these road closures for the event:
• Northern State Parkway - Exits to Post Avenue and Wantagh Parkway will be closed from 6:30...
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Posted on: May 2, 2018
TUESDAY, MAY 8TH - 7:00 PM
Center for the Performing Arts/Bethpage High School10 Cherry Ave, Bethpage, NY 11714
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer invites all residents to attend the Bethpage Water District “Town Hall Meeting” on Tuesday, May...Read on...
Posted on: April 30, 2018
The newly formed Long Island Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Consortium met Friday in Hauppauge with the Crime Victims Center to kick off the “Just Do 1 Thing” campaign.
The consortium features more than 40 local businesses that aim to ...
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Posted on: April 10, 2018
FRIday, may 25, 2018 • 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Nassau County Child Seat Inspection Station – 170 Cantiague Rock Rd., Hicksville
&
FRIday, June 1, 2018 • 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
Bethpage Community Park – ...
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Posted on: March 30, 2018
“Yesterday, we learned from media sources that the Curran administration, working with the Cuomo administration, had quietly submitted a bill to the state legislature for consideration, in connection with the budget process being finalized in Albany, rela...
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Posted on: March 28, 2018
Monday, April 9, 2018 • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
West Hempstead Public Library500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead, NY 11552
You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!
Every day, at least one Long Islander dies from an opiate overdose. And those ...Read on...
Posted on: March 13, 2018
Thursday, March 29, 2018 • 2:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Hicksville Fire Department – 20 E. Marie St., Hicksville
Please join Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and come out to the Community Blood Drive to donate blood and benefit thos...
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Posted on: March 1, 2018
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14TH - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Bethpage Public Library – 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage
If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the new tentative property tax assessment on your residence you may dispute the assessed value by April 2, 2018.
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Posted on: February 13, 2018
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer, Steve Rhoads and Thomas McKevitt, along with Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello, held a press conference on Tuesday, February 13th, to announce new legislation to help combat the opioid epidemic. The new legislat...
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Posted on: February 8, 2018
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer announces that the last date that Nassau County homeowners can file a property tax assessment grievance has been pushed back to April 2nd. If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the new tentative property tax asse...
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Posted on: February 6, 2018
In response to her constituents’ concerns, Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer pressed the administration to figure out why some of the residents of the 14th district were being overcharged on their property tax bills. After several weeks of persiste...Read on...
Posted on: January 25, 2018
TUESDAY, FEB. 13TH - 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Garden City Senior Center – 6 Golf Club Ln., Garden City
MONDAY, FEB. 26TH - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PMBethpage Public Library – 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage
If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the new tenta...Read on...
Posted on: January 16, 2018
On Friday, January 5th, 2018, Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer took the oath of office for her new term in a ceremony at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City.
State Senator Elaine Phillips swore in Legislator Schaefer and the other Le...Read on...
Posted on: January 5, 2018
As the temperature drops into the single digits this weekend, Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer offers these 10 cold weather safety tips listed below to help you and your family stay safe and warm all winter long:
1. Layer up! Wear layers of ligh...Read on...
Posted on: November 28, 2017
SAFETY TIPS FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPERS
The holiday season is a time to celebrate with friends and family, but the hectic pace can also present increased risks, especially if you are on a quest for gifts. Overcrowded stores and an increase in online shopping of...
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Posted on: November 16, 2017
save on your property taxes!HURRY! application deadline is January 2, 2018!Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer reminds homeowners that there are a variety of tax exemptions that can help reduce your property taxes. Nassau County homeowners ...
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Posted on: November 16, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer has teamed up with the
United States Marine Corps for the Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Drive. New, unwrapped toys will be collected until
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20TH
Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Drive drop-off boxe...Read on...
Posted on: November 3, 2017
If you have ever ordered clothing, jewelry, gifts, or any other merchandise by phone, computer, or mail chances are those items were delivered straight to your home. Most deliveries DO NOT require a signature and are generally left at your front door even...Read on...
Posted on: October 19, 2017
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the Nassau County Police Department urge you to talk with your children about “Stranger Danger”. A stranger can be anyone you least expect to encounter your child, familiar or otherwise, and can lurk anywhere, from the lo...Read on...
Posted on: October 18, 2017
~ FREE ADMISSION ~ FREE PARKING ~
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2017
10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. (General Admission)
9:00 A.M. (Veterans Only Admission)
at
Nassau Community College
1 Education Drive, Building P (Gym), Garden City, NY
Na...
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Posted on: October 12, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer recently attended the Francis X. Pendl Nassau County Firefighters Museum and Education Center 2017 Badge of Courage Gala to present Special Legislative Citations to the evenings honorees. Those receiving awards t...Read on...
Posted on: October 3, 2017
Halloween brings jack-o-lanterns, whimsical costumes, and visits from young neighbors in disguise. Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the Nassau County Department of Health offer these Halloween Safety Tips to help keep this holiday safe and enjoyable for e...
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Posted on: October 2, 2017
DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 19, 2017 • 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Adelphi University – University Center, 2nd Floor, Ballroom 203
Co-Sponsored by the Adelphi University Division of Student Affairs and Public Safety
Heroin use has become a...
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Posted on: August 2, 2017
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2017 -
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Westbury Rec. Center – 348 Post Ave., Westbury
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2017 -
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Hicksville Public Library – 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville
THURSDAY...
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Posted on: July 26, 2017
LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER WARNS RESIDENTS TO
AVOID BECOMING A VICTIM OF IRS PHONE SCAMS
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer is joining with the Nassau County Department of Consumer Affairs and the Nassau County Police Department to warn residents to ...
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Posted on: July 21, 2017
New York State recently passed a law that authorizes ride-sharing services to legally operate in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Ride-sharing services can be a valuable resource and have been in use all over the country for a number of years. As ride-sharing...
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Posted on: July 17, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer would like to remind you that while summer is a time of sun and fun, it can also be a dangerous time as temperatures rise higher.
According to a National Health Statistics report, about 250 people die in the U.S. ...
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Posted on: July 13, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer would like to share the most recently updated Long Island Rail Road Summer Repair Schedule with residents from the 14th Legislative District that use the LIRR branches listed below to go to and from work to help ...
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Posted on: June 27, 2017
New York Blood Center and Legislator Laura M. Schaefer
urge the public to donate blood to replenish critically low blood supply
New York Blood Center (NYBC) has declared a blood emergency in New York. That is why Legislator Laura M. Schaefer is joining ...
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Posted on: June 9, 2017
Identity theft is a crime where a thief steals your personal information, such as your full name or social security number, to commit fraud. Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and the Nassau County Police Department offer several preventative tips to help you f...
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Posted on: June 8, 2017
Hurricane season for Nassau County began on June 1st and continues through November 30th. The best way to protect your family and pets during a major storm or emergency is to be prepared ahead of time.
Superstorm Sandy was the worst natural di...
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Posted on: May 16, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer was honored to be part of the Correction Officers Benevolent Association (COBA) Widows and Children’s Fund Memorial Ceremony remembering and honoring our fallen Correction Officers who have made the ultimate sacr...Read on...
Posted on: May 11, 2017
Tuesday, May 23, 2017 • 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Carle Place High School Auditorium168 Cherry Lane, Carle Place, NY 11514
Heroin use has become an epidemic in Nassau County and the County has been working hard to help residents fight this scourge. Recently, ...Read on...
Posted on: May 3, 2017
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer would like to share this important information with Westbury Village residents regarding temporary Village road closures due to the 2017 Long Island Marathon.
Please be advised of the following temporary scheduled ro...
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Posted on: March 20, 2017
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer invites you to attend a Community Forum on
The Dangers of Fentanyl and Carfentanil
Thursday, April 13, 2017 • 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Theodore Roosevelt Executive & Legislative Building
Legislative Chamber – 1550 Frank...
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Posted on: March 13, 2017
The Nassau County Department of Public Works (DPW) has 22,000 tons of road salt and 2,250 tons of road sand on hand. DPW’s snow fighting fleet includes 115 plow/salt trucks, 20 pick-ups with plows and sanders, 10 payloaders and 3 brine trucks that cover 2...Read on...
Posted on: March 10, 2017
NOW EXTENDED UNTIL MARCH 17th
With an impending snowstorm impacting the region tomorrow, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano today announced he has directed officials at the Assessment Review Commission (ARC) and Department of Assessment (DOA) to acc...
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Posted on: March 3, 2017
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2017 • 2:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Hicksville Fire Department – 20 E. Marie St., Hicksville
Please join Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and come out to the Community Bloo...Read on...
Posted on: January 17, 2017
The 12 members of the Nassau Legislature’s Republican Majority caucus, led by Presiding Officer Norma L. Gonsalves, filed a resolution today calling on New York State to extend a tax abatement for Nassau County seniors.
Legislators learned on Friday...Read on...
Posted on: January 4, 2017
If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the new tentative property tax assessment on your residence you may dispute the assessed value between January 2, 2017 and March 1, 2017.
You do not have to pay a law firm to file a grievance. Nassau County Legisl...
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Posted on: December 21, 2016
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Dennis Dunne, Sr. are joined by Nassau County Acting Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter and Franklin D. Roosevelt and George Patton look-a-like actors to honor Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly at The Armor M...Read on...
Posted on: December 7, 2016
HURRY! APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 2, 2017!Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer reminds homeowners that there are a variety of tax exemptions that can help reduce your property taxes. Nassau County homeowners may be eligible for one o...
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Posted on: November 18, 2016
Distracted shoppers are often seen by criminals as easy targets during the busy holiday shopping season. Legislator Laura Schaefer and the Nassau County Police Department want to offer you some safety tips to help minimize opportunities for criminals to ...Read on...
Posted on: November 1, 2016
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Posted on: October 21, 2016
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 • 7:00 PM
Carle Place High School Auditorium – 168 Cherry Lane, Carle Place
Legislator Laura Schaefer invites you to attend an important Public Safety community meeting in Carle Place. Representatives from the Nassau County ...Read on...
Posted on: October 19, 2016
Halloween brings jack-o-lanterns, whimsical costumes, and visits from young neighbors in disguise. The Nassau County Department of Health offers these Halloween safety tips to help keep this holiday safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Jack-o-Lanterns ...Read on...
Posted on: August 12, 2016
Legislator Laura Schaefer and the Nassau County Department of Consumer Affairs want to notify taxpayers to beware of solicitations offering a fee-based service to apply for the School Tax Relief (STAR) property tax exemption when homeowners can apply for ...
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Posted on: July 25, 2016
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer recently joined with members of the Colonel Aaron Ogden Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution at a wreath laying ceremony at Eisenhower Park to honor our Vietnam Veterans.
The ceremony...
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Posted on: July 20, 2016
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer announces that the Nassau County Police Department is currently seeking Part-Time Crossing Guards for assignments throughout Nassau County. Starting salary for this position is $18.00 per hour with no fringe benefit...Read on...
Posted on: July 12, 2016
If you live in and are the owner of a home, condominium or cooperative apartment, you may qualify for hundreds of dollars in property tax savings each year. To help you file for or learn more about the property tax exemptions you may be eligible for, the...Read on...
Posted on: July 8, 2016
TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016 - 7:00 PM
Long Beach VFW - 675 West Park Ave., Long Beach
WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2016 - 7:00 PM Island Park Fire House - 440 Long Beach Rd., Island Park
Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford invites all residents and are...Read on...
Posted on: July 6, 2016
• WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2016 • 8:45 AM TO 12:00 NOON •
Cantiague Park – 490 W. John St., Hicksville
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker are pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van w...Read on...
Posted on: June 9, 2016
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2016 - 11:00 AM
Garden City Senior Center - 6 Golf Club Lane
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and the Nassau County Consumer Affairs Department would like to invite all senior citizens to attend this important community fo...Read on...
Posted on: May 27, 2016
What is Zika Virus?
Zika Virus is a disease that is spread to people primarily through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. The Aedes Albopictus is a species, known as the Asian Tiger Mosquito, that can transmit the Zika Virus....Read on...
Posted on: May 19, 2016
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined with Veterans Service Agency Director Ralph Esposito and Oyster Bay Town Councilman Anthony Macagnone to welcome incoming Chapter 82 Vietnam Veterans of America Board Me...Read on...
Posted on: May 4, 2016
Nassau County Legislators Rose Marie Walker and Laura Schaefer are urging all parents and caregivers to have their children’s car seats inspected on Monday, June 6th at Bethpage Community Park, located at 1001 Stewart Avenue in Bethpage. A Nassau County T...Read on...
Posted on: April 13, 2016
Posted on: March 22, 2016
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Vincent Muscarella are joining with County Executive Ed Mangano to invite you to attend this very important community meeting
NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM
You can save a life of a loved one from overd...Read on...
Posted on: March 4, 2016
community Blood Drive
Thursday, March 31, 2016 • 2:45 PM – 8:45 PM
Hicksville Fire Department – 20 E. Marie St., Hicksville
Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Please join Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and come out to the Community Bloo...
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Posted on: January 13, 2016
2016 C.E.R.T. BASIC TRAINING CLASS SCHEDULE:
2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15 and 3/22All classes will be held from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
at theNassau County Office of Emergency Management Lecture Hall
510 Grumman Rd. West, Bethpage, NY 11714
Na...Read on...
Posted on: January 8, 2016
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is sponsoring workshops to help residents file property tax assessment grievance applications. If you are a homeowner who disagrees with the new tentative property tax assessment as shown on your Nassau County Prop...Read on...
Posted on: January 7, 2016
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer was sworn in for her second term at the Nassau County Legislature on Monday, January 4, 2016. Legislator Schaefer and the other 11 Republican Legislators were sworn in by the Honorable Peter T. King, United S...Read on...
Posted on: January 5, 2016
2017-18 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT
DISCLOSURE NOTICES ONLINE
Mineola, NY - Acting County Assessor Jim Davis announced that notices of tentative assessed value for the 2017-2018 property tax year are available for viewing to homeowners on the Department ...
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Posted on: December 14, 2015
Legislator Schaefer Helps Toys For Tots Program
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer and New York State Assemblyman Edward Ra are seen with Pastor John Gravagna of Connect Church of Bellmore, Sergeant Torres and Dr. Suzanne Viscovich, Principal of H...Read on...
Posted on: December 11, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Legislator Laura Schaefer announced that Glen Cove Road, in Carle Place, is being resurfaced as a part of “Operation Restore Our Roadways.”
The Glen Cove Road milling and resurfacing project takes place fro...Read on...
Posted on: November 18, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer, County Executive Ed Mangano and Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter are urging citizens to be vigilant when receiving telephone solicitations requesting payment via Green Dot cards or Western Union.
It has come to the attenti...Read on...
Posted on: November 18, 2015
DROP OFF BOX LOCATIONS:
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Posted on: October 23, 2015
Halloween brings jack-o-lanterns, whimsical costumes, and visits from young neighbors in disguise. The Nassau County Department of Health offers these Halloween safety tips to help keep this holiday safe and enjoyable for everyone.
JACK-O-LANTERNS
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Posted on: October 16, 2015
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 4, 2016
Nassau County homeowners are offered a variety of tax exemptions to help reduce property taxes. You may be eligible for one or more of the property tax exemptions described here.
For applications and brochu...Read on...
Posted on: September 1, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer & County Executive Ed Mangano
invite you to attend a: narcan training COMMUNITY FORUM You can save a life of a loved one from overdose
Wednesday, September 30, 2015 • 7:00
- 9:00 PM Plainview/Old Bethpage Public Li...
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Posted on: August 31, 2015
Water is an important part of our environment in Nassau County. We are surrounded by ocean, bays, ponds, streams and inlets. Additionally, Nassau County sits just a few hundred feet above our drinking water aquifers. It i...
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Posted on: August 25, 2015
A new independent analysis* shows the economic impact of filming TV shows and movies in Nassau County. Between 2013 and 2014, the film industry generated ...
ECONOMIC & FISCAL IMPACT OF THE NASSAU
Posted on: August 13, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer recently co-hosted the first Meet and Greet breakfast at the Legislature for the Long Island Hispanic Pastors Association (LIHPA). The breakfast was an invitation to personally introduce the legislators with the His...Read on...
Posted on: July 10, 2015
Mosquito season has begun. Many residents have contacted my office to alert me to the presence of mosquitoes and to ask about controlling the mosquito population. The first thing you should do is report your mosquito complaint to the Nassau County Depar...Read on...
Posted on: June 18, 2015
If you live in and are the owner of a home, condominium or cooperative apartment, you may qualify for hundreds of dollars in property tax savings each year.
To help you file for or learn more about the property tax exemptions you may be eligible for, N...Read on...
Posted on: June 16, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer Proudly Announces
NUMC Digital Mammography Van is coming to our Legislative District
Wednesday, July 15, 2015 • 8:45 AM to 12:00 NoonBethpage Community Park – 1001 Stewart Ave., Bethpage
Legislator Laura Schaefer is plea...Read on...
Posted on: May 5, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer announced Nassau County’s annual “May is Melanoma Awareness Month” campaign. Spearheaded by Colette Coyne, the Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign (CCMAC) was formed in 1998 after Colette Coyne’s thirty-year old daughter d...Read on...
http://www.ccmac.org/
Posted on: April 23, 2015
Posted on: April 10, 2015
Recent Article from The Westbury Times...By Betsy Abraham
Major upgrades could be coming to Westbury Avenue, but those improvements won’t come without some huge changes to Carle Place’s main thoroughfare.
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer disc...Read on...
Posted on: April 1, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer joined with Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves, Stop and Shop Supermarket Co., students from Long Island Lutheran Middle School and the Solomon Schechter School, and leaders of the Jewish community to donate nearl...Read on...
Posted on: March 30, 2015
Despite being just one of the entities that collects property taxes, Nassau County is responsible to pay out 100% of tax refunds. Left unchecked, this system has led to $2 billion in debt to Nassau County. I am pleased to announce two reforms that will el...Read on...
Posted on: March 30, 2015
Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rich Nicolello
Encourage You to Become a Member of C.E.R.T.
2015 C.E.R.T. BASIC TRAINING CLASS SCHEDULE: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3 and 6/10
All classes are from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Marcus Christ Hall142...Read on...
Posted on: March 27, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer & County Executive Ed Mangano Invite You to Attend:
NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM You can save a life of a loved one from overdose
Thursday, April 9, 2015 • 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Adelphi University Alumni House - 154 Camb...Read on...
Posted on: March 27, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer is pleased to announce a new, aggressive plan to repair potholes in Nassau County. Under the new plan, municipalities will share reported pothole complaints in “real-time” so that highway crews can be dispatched ...Read on...
Posted on: March 27, 2015
Legislators Laura M. Schaefer and Vincent T. Muscarella are pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van will be coming to the West Hempstead area to provide breast cancer screenings for women over age forty. The s...Read on...
Posted on: March 25, 2015
Urges Residents to Call or Use Nassau Now App to Report Potholes
Mineola, NY - Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor John Venditto, North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Gl...Read on...
Posted on: March 17, 2015
I am pleased to inform you that I have secured county capital funding for a “Streetscape” revitalization and beautification project along Westbury Avenue in Carle Place.
This project may include sidewalk beautification treatments, decorative lamps, b...Read on...
Posted on: March 3, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer joined with other elected officials to celebrate the grand opening of a new $80 million dollar, 95,000 square-foot Research and Academic Center at Winthrop University Hospital in Mineola.
“The new Research and...Read on...
Posted on: March 3, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer recently joined with other elected officials to honor thirteen Scouts on being inducted as members of “The Order of the Arrow” and present them with a special Legislative Citation to commemorate their induction.
...Read on...
Posted on: March 3, 2015
Legislator Laura Schaefer Proudly Announces
NUMC Digital Mammography Van is Coming to Our Legislative District
Thursday, March 26, 2015 • 8:45 AM to 12:00 PMCantiague Park – 480 W. John St., Hicksville, NY 11801
Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleas...Read on...
Posted on: January 23, 2015
The Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) is providingSmart911, which allows residents to create a free safety profile for their household at www.smart911.com that can include information necessary for 911 call takers to have in the event of an emergency...Read on...
Posted on: January 22, 2015
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined her colleagues in government U.S. Senator Charles Schumer and County Legislator Rose Marie Walker in calling for the completion of the cleanup at the former Sylvania Corning Plant by the United States Army Co...Read on...
Posted on: January 20, 2015
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer Encourages
You to Become a Member of C.E.R.T.
2015 C.E.R.T. BASIC TRAINING CLASS SCHEDULE: 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 and 3/24
All classes start at 7:00 PMOffice of Emergency Management Lecture Hall
510 Gr...Read on...
Posted on: January 9, 2015
Learn How to Recognize and Prevent An OVERDOSE!
Posted on: January 6, 2015
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer invites you to an important
WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS SEMINARPresented by the
Nassau County Office of Emergency Management
Wednesday, January 21, 2015 • 7:00 pmOEM Lecture Hall - 510 Grumman Rd. West, Bethpage
Di...Read on...
Posted on: January 6, 2015
LEGISLATOR LAURA M. SCHAEFER ANNOUNCES
PROPERTY ASSESSMENT GRIEVANCE FORUMS
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 20157:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Westbury Recreation Center – 348 Post Avenue
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 20157:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Bethpage Public Library – 47 Po...Read on...
Posted on: December 3, 2014
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer Invites You To Attend
A CITIZEN PREPAREDNESS TRAINING PROGRAM
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2014 - 7:00 P.M. ~ RUSHMORE AVENUE SCHOOL ~
251 Rushmore Ave., Carle Place, NY 11514
Legislator Laura Schaefer and co-sponsors Sena...Read on...
Posted on: October 20, 2014
Halloween brings jack-o-lanterns, whimsical costumes, and visits from young neighbors in disguise. The Nassau County Department of Health offers these Halloween safety tips to help keep this holiday safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Jack-o-Lanterns
I...Read on...
Posted on: September 17, 2014
Tuesday, October 7th, 2014
10:00 am to 2:00 pm • Veterans Admission Starts at 9:00 amNassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum - 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale
Legislator Laura Schaefer invites you to attend a job fair sponsored by Nassau County. All ...Read on...
Posted on: September 17, 2014
Posted on: September 12, 2014
As the region heads into the Fall season, New York Blood Center (NYBC) has issued an emergency blood appeal, reporting that community supplies of all types of donor blood are at critically low levels.
In the wake of this shortage, NYBC has issued an ur...Read on...
Posted on: September 9, 2014
If you live in and are the owner of a home, condominium or cooperative apartment, you may qualify for hundreds of dollars in property tax savings each year.
To help you file for or learn more about the property tax exemptions you may be eligible for, N...Read on...
Posted on: September 9, 2014
As part of his ongoing efforts to make Nassau County government more accessible to its residents, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano announced that the Department of Assessment will be extending its hours of operations effective Thursday, October 2...Read on...
Posted on: August 27, 2014
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker invite all Nassau County residents to attend this very important seminar to learn what you can do to prepare your household for the impact of future hurricanes or other severe weather events.
...Read on...
Posted on: August 25, 2014
Hurricane/Severe Weather Preparedness Community Forum
Thursday, September 18, 2014 • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMLevittown Hall – 201 Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville
Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker invite all Nassau County resident...Read on...
Posted on: August 25, 2014
PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOP IN WESTBURY
Tuesday, August 26th - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Westbury Recreation Center - 348 Post Avenue
To help homeowners learn more about the property tax exemptions they may qualify for, Nassau County Executive Ed...Read on...
Posted on: August 15, 2014
Legislator Schaefer Proudly Announces
NUMC Digital Mammography Van is Coming to Our Legislative District
Thursday, September 18, 2014 • 8:45 AM to 12:00 PM
Westbury Recreation Center – 348 Post Ave., Westbury
Legislator Laura Schaefer is please...Read on...
Posted on: July 29, 2014
Hagedorn Little Village School Celebrates Grand Opening
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined with fellow Legislator Michael Venditto to welcome the Hagedorn Little Village School to the Seaford Community during their recent Grand Opening cere...Read on...
Posted on: July 15, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleased to announce the unanimous passage of a resolution to accept the donation of “No Smoking” signage from the Tobacco Action Coalition of Long Island to place in Nassau County Parks.
In recognition of the ...Read on...
Posted on: July 9, 2014
Legislator Laura Schaefer and the Nassau County Police Department advise residents that individuals are perpetuating a series of burglaries and scams throughout Nassau County. In recent cases, individuals posed as utility workers to trick homeowners into...Read on...
Posted on: June 25, 2014
Mosquito season has begun. Many residents have contacted my office to alert me to the presence of mosquitoes and to ask about controlling the mosquito population. The first thing you should do is report your mosquito complaint to the Nassau County Departm...Read on...
Posted on: June 11, 2014
New York Blood Center (NYBC) is asking for help over the summer to maintain an adequate supply of all blood types, but especially O-negative. In addition, hundreds of additional blood drives need to be scheduled to meet projected hospital demand.
Peop...Read on...
Posted on: June 4, 2014
Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mammography Van will be coming to our area on two occasions to provide breast cancer screenings for women over age fifty. The screening will include a breast exami...Read on...
Posted on: May 27, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined with other elected officials to remember and honor those that died in service to our nations’ military at the Memorial Day Parade in Hicksville.
Shown in photo, left to right: Town Clerk James Altadonna; ...Read on...
Posted on: May 27, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer recently attended Boy Scout Troop 305 Eagle Court of Honor for John James DiFrisco which took place at Carle Place High School.
“John has given back to his community and serves as a wonderful role model for futur...Read on...
Posted on: May 20, 2014
Help Save the Life of a Loved One
Posted on: May 6, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined with Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves and Legislators Michael Venditto, Denise Ford, Donald MacKenzie, Dennis Dunne Sr., Rose Marie Walker, North Shore LIJ Chairman Dr. Omit Garg North Shore LIJ Senior Admin...Read on...
Posted on: May 5, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer was pleased to join with her fellow Legislators to attend the Nassau County Fire Commission Annual Firematic Awards Ceremony which was held on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at the Nassau County Firefighters Museum in Ga...Read on...
Posted on: April 29, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura M. Schaefer and Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker were pleased to attend the Theodore Roosevelt Council Boy Scouts of America Diversity and Leadership Awards Luncheon. The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to...Read on...
Posted on: March 31, 2014
Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer joined Nassau County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) President Robert Sowers, accompanied by Miss Harper, a brutally-injured puppy, and other Legislatorsto announce incentives for people who ...Read on...
Posted on: March 12, 2014
Legislator Laura Schaefer is pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mammography Van will be coming to our area on two occasions to provide breast cancer screenings for women over age fifty. The screening will include a breast exami...Read on...
Posted on: February 26, 2014
You Can Save the Life of a Loved One!!!
Posted on: February 14, 2014
Icy roads and snowy conditions can create potholes throughout the winter months. I urge all drivers to use caution when driving. Also, please report dangerous potholes to the appropriate municipality.
The roads in Nassau County are maintained by dif...Read on...
Posted on: February 10, 2014
We Are In a Blood Emergency and Need Your Support
Your donation will help to save up to three lives!Our community hospitals need your help, please share this lifesaving gift! Thank you for caring!
Blood Donation Eligibility Criteria:• Bring ID ...Read on...
Posted on: January 28, 2014
Legislator Laura M. Schaefer will be holding property assessment grievance workshops for any homeowner who disagrees with the new tentative property tax assessment as shown on their Nassau County Property Tax Impact Disclosure Notice.
By filing a Griev...Read on...
Posted on: January 7, 2014
The New York State Legislature has declared January “Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month” in an effort to raise awareness about the dangers posed by carbon monoxide in homes and buildings. Carbon monoxide poisonings increase by 10% during winter months with t...Read on...
Posted on: January 17, 2014
On January 6th, Laura Schaefer had the honor of being sworn into Office as Nassau County Legislator by the Honorable Joseph N. Mondello, Chairman of the Nassau County Republican Committee. Legislator Schaefer represents Legislative District 14 which inclu...Read on...
Posted on: January 2, 2014
When: Monday, January 6, 2014
Where: Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building1550 Franklin Avenue, Mineola
Time: 10:00 AM
All press are invited to attend the Induction Ceremony for the Inductionof the Tenth Nassau County Le...Read on...