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NASSAU LEGISLATURE JOINS WITH NCPD AND NYPD TO UNVEIL COMMUNITY INITIATIVE IN SUPPORT LAW ENFORCENT

As the Nassau County Police Department and thousands of NYPD officers living on Long Island continue to battle an anti-police sentiment coupled with calls to “defund the police,” the Nassau County Legislature joined with local communit...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI MEETS WITH DYLAN SANTIAGO FROM BOY SCOUT TROOP #189 IN WANTAGH

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was honored to meet with Dylan Santiago recently. Dylan is a Boy Scout in Troop #189 in Wantagh and is finishing the final requirements to become an Eagle Scout. Dylan will be attending Florida Tech in the Fall after...

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE ASKS GOVERNOR TO ALLOW OUTDOOR GRADUATION CEREMONIES

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE ASKS GOVERNOR TO ALLOW OUTDOOR GRADUATION CEREMONIES

Urges Him to Change Guidelines for Public Pools

Following the State guidance that was sent out regarding Graduation ceremonies, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello sent ...

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE LEADS VIRTUAL FOOD DONATION RAISES MORE THAN 5,000 LBS. OF FOOD

Last month, the Nassau County Legislature Majority Caucus joined with Long Island Cares-The Harry Chapin Food Bank to host a virtual food drive in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased demand for donations.

The drive allowed users to shop for...

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE JOINS WITH SCOUTS AND VETERANS TO KICK OFF MEMORIAL DAY INITIATIVE

As we endure another month of the COVID-19 pandemic, an announcement was recently made that residents would not be able to place American flags on graves at military cemeteries for Memorial Day, most notably Calverton National Cemetery in Suffolk County. ...

LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY AND LONG ISLAND CARES ARE HOSTING A VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE

LEGISLATURE HOLDS EMERGENCY VOTE TO ACCEPT FUNDS TO HELP COVID-19 OUTBREAK RELATED PROGRAMS

The Nassau County Legislature held an emergency vote today to approve financial assistance from the federal government to help with COVID-19 related programs. Under the federal CARES Act, Nassau County will receive $12,775,244 from the Department of Housi...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI LAUNCHES MENTAL HEALTH WEBPAGE FOR NASSAU COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

On Wednesday, April 29th, Legislator John Ferretti launched a mental health resource webpage geared towards providing assistance to Nassau’s children and families. The page includes contact information to mental healthcare professionals that spe...

MAJORITY INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO GIVE RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES UNTIL JUNE 11 TO PAY PROPERTY TAX

As Nassau residents and businesses struggle to cope with the financial hardships caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, which has halted almost all economic activity in the county, Majority Legislators have submitted an emergency resolution to give residents an...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI DELIVERS THOUSANDS OF LETTERS TO NUMC HEALTHCARE WORKERS ON FRONT LINES OF COVID

As hospitals feel the strain of this health crisis, medical professionals are taking the center stage. Doctors, nurses, EMTS, and other healthcare workers are working tirelessly to fight this pandemic. We owe them our thanks and gratitude for being on the...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI TO HOST FIRST EVER COMMUNITY PELOTON RIDE AMID COVID-19 OUTBREAK

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in Nassau County, residents have been asked to stay in their homes; venturing outside for essential travel like trips to the supermarket; or to perform essential services that can’t be performed at home. When re...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ANNOUNCES LETTER DRIVE FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS

Levittown, NY – Earlier today, Legislator John Ferretti joined with Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell, Police Benevolent Association President James McDermott, Legislator Steve Rhoads and Helen Meittinas, President of the Community...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION HOST TAX PREPARATION WORKSHOPS

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND BETHPAGE FEDERAL 

CREDIT UNION HOST TAX PREPARATION WORKSHOPS

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was proud to partner with Bethpage Federal Credit Union to offer two free Income Tax Preparation at the Levittown Library f...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA PRESENT A FREE MEMORY SCREENING

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti invites you to have a free Memory Screening sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

• Memory screenings consist of a series of questions to gauge memory, languageand thinking skills.
• Screenings will ...

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM COMING TO EAST MEADOW

Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program (S.T.O.P.) is coming to our area and will take place Saturday, March 14th from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The drop site is ...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OFFER FREE TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE

LEGISLATURE CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH, HONOR BLACK LEADERS

On Monday, February 24^th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two community leaders as part of its Black History Month celebration. Each of the honorees have made significant contributions to making Nassau County the great community it is today.

The hono...

BILL REQUIRING QUARTERLY CRIME REPORTS FROM NCPD PASSES LEGISLATURE

After introducing legislation earlier this month to require the Nassau County Police Department to produce a quarterly crime report on statistics relating to the effect of cashless bail in Nassau County, and after holding a hearing on the issue on Februar...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OFFER FREE TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OFFER FREE TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE

LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY INTRODUCES BILL REQUIRING QUARTERLY CRIME REPORTS

The Legislative Majority Caucus will be holding a hearing on the ill-conceived Criminal Justice Reform passed by New York State. The so-called reform has led to suspects charged with serious crimes being released all over the state. In Nassau County, Poli...

PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT GRIEVANCE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO APRIL 2, 2020

On January 2nd, the County released a new assessment roll for the 2021-2022 year. Despite the rapidly approaching grievance deadline, many residents have not yet received new Notices of Tentative Assessment, leaving them with just a little over a month to...

FERRETTI HOLDS TOWN HALL MEETING ABOUT CASHLESS BAIL

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti joined with Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator Rose Marie Walker, Legislator Steve Rhoads, Councilman Dennis Dunne and Nassau County Correction Officers Benevolent Association President Brian Sullivan to hold a town...

LEGISLATURE INTRODUCES RESOLUTION EXTENDING TAX GRIEVANCE DEADLINE

The Nassau County Legislature has introduced a resolution to extend the deadline of the Property Tax Assessment Grievance Period until April 1st.

On January 2nd, the County released a new assessment roll for the 2021-2022 year. Despite the rapidly approach...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI TO HOST PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT GRIEVANCE WORKSHOPS IN 15TH LD

Monday

February 3, 2020

7:00 Pm to 8:00 PM

Island Trees Public Library

 38 Farmedge Rd., Levittown

Thursday

February 27, 2020

2:00 Pm to 3:00 PM

Island Trees Public Library

 38 Farmedge Rd., Levittown

Legislator John Ferretti is hosting ...

LEGISLATURE PASSES S.A.F.E.R. GRANT TO INCREASE FIRE DEPARTMENT FUNDS

LEGISLATURE PASSES S.A.F.E.R. GRANT 

TO INCREASE FIRE DEPARTMENT FUNDS 

On Monday, January 13^th, the Nassau County Legislature held their first committee meeting of 2020, and passed funding for Nassau’s volunteer fire departments...

JOHN FERRETTI SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATOR

JOHN FERRETTI SWORN IN FOR NEW 

TERM AS NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATOR 

On Monday, January 13th, Legislator John Ferretti was sworn in for a new term in the Nassau County Legislature for the 13^th Legislative Session. Nassau County Clerk Maureen ...

UNDERSTANDING THE DANGERS OF ALBANY’S NEW BAIL REFORM

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI INVITES YOU TO A TOWN HALL MEETING ON: 

UNDERSTANDING THE DANGERS OF 

ALBANY’S NEW BAIL REFORM

Tuesday, January 28, 2020 – 6:00 PM

Levittown Hall – 201 Levittown Parkway, Hicksville...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI IS HOSTING A TOWN HALL MEETING IN LEVITTOWN

Wednesday, January 22, 2020 – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Levittown Public Library – 1 Bluegrass Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is joining with Legislator Tom McKevitt to host a Town Hall Meeting in Levittown to address res...

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR PLAN FOR NASSAU COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY INMATE RELEASE

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR PLAN FOR NASSAU COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY INMATE RELEASE

On Monday, December 16th, members of the Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature joined with President of the Nassau County Correction Officers Benevolent Associatio...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ATTENDS DEDICATION OF JOHN J. CIOTTI MEETING ROOM

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ATTENDS DEDICATION OF JOHN J. CIOTTI MEETING ROOM 

On Monday, December 10th, Legislator John Ferretti joined with the Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature and the family of the late Legislator John J. Ciotti to dedi...

Toys for Tots

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti has teamed up with the

United States Marine Corps for the Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Drive.

New, unwrapped toys will be collected until

MONDAY, DECEMBER 16^TH

Toys for Tots Holiday Gift Drive drop-off boxes for new, unwra...

LEGISLATURE VOTES TO CREATE OFFICE OF CRIME VICTIM ADVOCATE

Last month, the Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature added amendments to the County Executive’s Budget to create an Office of Crime Victim Advocates to aid victims and witnesses of violent crimes in Nassau County. Today, the Legislat...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI JOINS VILLAGE GREEN ASSISTED LIVING FOR THEIR HARD HAT PARTY

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was happy to attend The Village Green Assisted Living Hard Hat Party on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.

The Village Green Assisted Living community is designed to meet the specific needs of residents who could benefit fr...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI JOINS VILLAGE GREEN ASSISTED LIVING FOR THEIR HARD HAT PARTY

Legislator John Ferretti and County Clerk Maureen O’Connell were happy to host the Free Senior Flu Shot Program at VFW Post #9592 and thank Commander Peter Stasinski and Past Commander Matthew DeGregorio for their hospitality. They would also li...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI & THE ALZHEIMER’S FOUNDATION OF AMERICA PRESENT A FREE MEMORY SCREENING PROGRAM

Friday, November 8^th - 11:00AM – 2:00PM

Levittown Public Library – 1 Bluegrass Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti invites you to have a free Memory Screening sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Foundation o...

SENIOR SCAM PREVENTION COMMUNITY FORUM

Wednesday, November 13^th – 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Levittown Public Library – 1 Bluegrass Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti invites you to an important meeting on preventing scams against seniors hosted by the Nas...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI’S BICYCLE SAFETY LEGISLATION SIGNED INTO LAW

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that his two proposed bicycle safety bills have been signed by the County Executive and become effective immediately. The laws change helmet requirements and consequences for reckless bike-ridi...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HOLDS BICYCLE SAFETY EVENT

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was thankful to Mark Hoffacher and Lowell Wolff from NY Coalition for Transportation Safety and Catherine Blotiau from Nassau County Safe Kids for joining him for a Bicycle Safety Event on Tuesday, October 22, 2019.

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ATTENDS GC TECH KEY CLUB OFFICER INDUCTION CEREMONY

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was honored to attend the GC Tech Club Officer Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, October 22, 2019.

Legislator Ferretti is pictured above with Mike Pappas – Director of the Key Club – Board of Educatio...

LEGISLATURE JOINS WITH STATE ASSEMBLY TO ANNOUNCE REASSESSMENT RELIEF CREDIT

Assemblyman Ed Ra has introduced new legislation in the State Assembly to address the unfair burden placed on residents whose taxes will go down, but will continue to pay more than their fair share of property taxes because of the proposed five year phase...

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 John Ferretti and the Nassau County Department of Health offer these Halloween Safety Tips to help keep this holiday safe and enjoyable for every...

PLEASE DONATE BLOOD - NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER ISSUES URGENT CALL FOR DONORS

REGION’S BLOOD SUPPLY HAS NEVER BEEN LOWER 

Critical blood shortage stems from decline in donor base and increased demand for blood

New York’s blood supply has never been lower, and New York Blood Center (NYBC) is urgently calli...

MINORITY CAUCUS FAILS TO OVERRIDE VETO OF “ASSESSMENT BILL OF RIGHTS”

Earlier this Summer, the Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature introduced a number of bills meant to help improve fairness and transparency in the County Executive’s Assessment Process. After passing the full Legislature, the County E...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI’S CLOTHING DRIVE FOR VETERANS

Levittown VFW Post 9592 - 55 Hickory Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislator Ferretti is joining together with Assemblyman John Mikulin and Levittown VFW Post #9592 to host a clothing drive for veterans.  Your generous donations of new and/or gent...

SAFELY DISCARD OF MEDICATIONS AT THE “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG TAKE-BACK EVENT

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26^th - 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Wisdom Lane Middle School – 120 Center Ln., Levittown

Legislator John R. Ferretti is joining together with Legislator Tom McKevitt, the Levittown Community Action Coalition and the Nassau Coun...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI’S BICYCLE SAFETY EVENT

Tuesday, October 22, 2019 - 6:00 PM   

Levittown Hall – 201 Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville

Legislator Ferretti is hosting a Bike Safety Event along with Nassau County Safe Kids and the NY Coalition for Transportation Safety to provi...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ANNOUNCES THAT THE NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO OUR AREA

Legislator John Ferretti is sponsoring the Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van to visit our neighborhood to provide breast cancer screenings for women over age forty.  The screening will include a breast examination by a nurse...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI’S FLU SHOT PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

Thursday, October 24, 2019 - 9:00 Am to 1:00 PM   

VFW Post #9592 – 55 Hickory Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti, in conjunction with Northwell Health Syosett Hospital, is offering flu shots for Nassa...

LEGISLATURE PASSES ASSESSMENT BILL OF RIGHTS

After announcing a series of reforms called the “Assessment Bill of Rights” earlier this summer, Legislator John Ferretti and the Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature are proud to announce the legislative passage of these b...

SCHOOL IS OPEN – DRIVE CAREFULLY!

Nassau County Legislator John R. Ferretti 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 schools. These areas usually have slower s...

FACEBOOK LIVE TOWN HALL MEETING Thursday, September 12, 2019 - 7:00 PM LOG IN

Ask your Legislator a question right from your Living Room!

Legislators Ferretti will be hosting a Facebook Live Town Hall meeting, and you are invited to participate.  The Town Hall meeting will feature the Legislators answering county-r...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI AND THE COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFER SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS

LEGISLATOR JOHN R. FERRETTI AND THE 

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFER 

SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS 

AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Legislator John Ferretti and the Nassau County Police Department would like to alert the pub...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ATTENDS CEREMONY FOR LEVITTOWN’S NEWEST EAGLE SCOUTS

Congratulations Eagle Scouts Ryan Talbot and Ethan Rockitter!  It was my pleasure to join together with you and your family at your Eagle Scout Court of Honor.

Pictured above with Legislator Ferretti are Deputy County Clerk Kate Murray, Ryan's Sis...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI JOINS WITH ISLAND TREES LIBRARY FOR THEIR SUMMER READING FINALE

Legislator Ferretti was happy to join with Island Trees Library for their Summer Reading Finale on Friday, August 9, 2019.Pictured with Legislator Ferretti above are Trustee of Library Jerry Schmotzer, Director of Library Michelle Young, Trustee of Librar...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI INVITES YOU TO A REASSESSMENT MEETING FOR HOMEOWNERS

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5^th – 6:00 PM

Levittown Hall – 201 Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville, NY 11801

The countywide property tax reassessment has been riddled with errors.  How can you be sure your property tax reassessment is accurate?...

RECKLESS BICYCLE RIDING

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21^st – 6:00 PM

Levittown Public Library – 1 Bluegrass Ln., Levittown

Please join Nassau County Legislator John R. Ferretti, Town of Hempstead Councilman Dennis Dunne, Sr., Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Don Clavin,...

2019 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

2019 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

MONDAY, AUGUST 26^TH – 2:00 PM TO 3:30 PM

East Meadow United Methodist Church – 470 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20^TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PM

Levittown VFW Pos...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORS PURPLE HEART VETERANS

Legislator Ferretti was truly honored to attend a ceremony on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 on the Anniversary of the Purple Heart Medal and recognize three of The American Legion Post #1711 Purple Heart Veteran's. Thank you gentlemen for your service, sacrif...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI WAS HAPPY TO ATTEND NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Legislator Ferretti was happy to attend National Night Out at the Town Square Veterans Memorial Park on East Meadow Avenue and Prospect Avenue on Tuesday Night, August 6, 2019 as neighborhoods throughout Nassau County were invited to join forces with thou...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ANNOUNCES NEW BIKE SAFETY LAW

On August 8^th, Legislator John Ferretti, joined with Legislators Rose Marie Walker, Tom McKevitt, Steve Rhoads and Bill Gaylor, as well as Councilman Dennis Dunn, Assemblyman John Mikulin, 8^th precinct police officers, School superintendents and local civ...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI ANNOUNCES NEW PROJECTS IN ISLAND TREES AND EAST MEADOW SCHOOL DISTRICTS

On August 5^th, Legislator John Ferretti and the Nassau County Legislature approved two Community Revitalization Projects (CRPs) for the Island Trees Public School District and the East Meadow School District.

The first project, for the Island Trees Public ...

BILL TO PREVENT AGAINST CYBER TERRORISM IN NASSAU COUNTY PASSES LEGISLATURE

After municipal Governments around the nation have been struck by cyber attacks, forcing them in some cases to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in ransom payments, Legislator John Ferretti and the majority members of the Nassau County legislature have...

Facts About Mosquitoes & Disease

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HELPS KEEP KIDS IN OUR COMMUNITY SAFE WITH FREE BIKE HELMET GIVEAWAY

It was a beautiful day in Levittown on Saturday, July 13, 2019 as Legislator Ferretti joined The Levittown Community Council for the Annual Lazy Days of Summer Festival.

Legislator Ferretti had a free bike helmet giveaway for anyone under 18 years old who ...

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORED TO ATTEND THE EAGLE SCOUT CEREMONY FOR FRANCESCO BOVE

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORED TO ATTEND THE 

EAGLE SCOUT CEREMONY FOR FRANCESCO BOVE

Congratulations Eagle Scout Francesco Bove!  It was my pleasure to join New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra, Deputy County Clerk Kate Murray, Franca Bove &...

STAY COOL AND BEAT THE HEAT!

Hicksville, NY – Nassau County Executive Laura Curran joined Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein and Office of Emergency Management Commissioner Steven Morelli to urge residents to take precautions ahead of potentially dang...

LEGISLATOR JOHN FERRETTI PRESENTS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2019

AMERICA’S NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME

LEGISLATOR JOHN FERRETTI

PRESENTS NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2019

CO-SPONSORED BYLEGISLATOR TOM McKEVITT – 13TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTNORMA GONSALVES – PROJECT DIRECTOR OF CRIME WATCHJOSEPH PARISI &nd...

S.T.O.P. Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program

Date: Saturday, July 20, 2019Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pmTown Parking Field L2 – Division Ave., Levittown

Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program (S.T.O...

GAYLOR & LEGISLATURE INTRODUCES “ASSESSMENT BILL OF RIGHTS”

FERRETTI & LEGISLATURE INTRODUCES 

“ASSESSMENT BILL OF RIGHTS”

Today, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello and the Republican Majority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature held a press conference on the front steps of the ...