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Posted on: April 26, 2023

Law Enforcement and Military Career Fair, Saturday, May 13, 2023

Nassau County Clerk Maureen O'Connell would like to inform you about an upcoming career fair for Law Enforcement and Military positions. Please see the flyer below.

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Posted on: September 8, 2022

ATTENTION SENIORS: FREE FLU SHOTS

(Mineola, NY)  Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell and Northwell Health System Syosset Hospital are pleased to announce free flu shots for senior citizens in the community.  This year’s program will be held...

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Posted on: February 3, 2022

Clerk O’Connell joins the fight against the elimination of single family homes in Nassau County

Nassau County Clerk, Maureen O’Connell, participated in a rally with more then fifty elected officials urging Governor Hochul to reverse her position and pull back legislation built in her 2022 budget, that effectively eliminates single family home zoning...

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Posted on: September 3, 2021

ATTENTION SENIORS: FREE FLU SHOTS

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(Mineola, NY)  Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell and Northwell Health System Syosset Hospital are pleased to announce free flu shots for senior citizens in the community.  This year...

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Posted on: September 10, 2020

ATTENTION SENIORS: FREE FLU SHOTS

(Mineola, NY)  Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell and Northwell Health System Syosset Hospital are pleased to announce free flu shots for senior citizens in the community.  This year’s program will be held...

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Posted on: May 23, 2020

COUNTY CLERK O'CONNELL: SCAR PETITIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BEGINNING MAY 25, 2020

Nassau County SCAR Petitions will be accepted for electronic filing beginning May 25, 2020. Pro se filers may file in paper format by mailing their completed petitions to the Nassau County Clerk’s Office or by placing them in the drop box in the...

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Posted on: October 15, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Investigating a Legionnaires’ Disease Cluster

Mineola, NY – Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) is currently investigating 10 cases of Legionellosis in a one-mile radius of Wantagh Avenue and Old Jerusalem Road on the Levittown/Wantagh border. The cluster was identified for the time ...

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Posted on: September 2, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 18 Beaches

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 18 beaches, effective today, September 2, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for...

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Posted on: August 23, 2021

DOH Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 17 Beaches. Oceanfront Beaches Closed Due to Tropical Storm.

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory  Against Bathing at 17 Beaches All Oceanfront Beaches in Nassau Closed Due to Unsafe Surf Conditions Caused by Tropical Storm Henri

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, th...

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Posted on: August 9, 2021

Cancer Center Wins CPiA Grant to Promote Sun Safety

The Stony Brook University Cancer Center has been awarded a Cancer Prevention in Action (CPiA) grant to help promote sun-safety measures in an effort to prevent skin cancer on Long Island.

Stony Brook is the first and only institution on Long Island to rec...

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Posted on: August 9, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 16 Beaches

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 16 beaches, effective today, August 9, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for beaches kno...

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Posted on: August 6, 2021

Hewlett Point Beach Closed to Bathing Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels

Nassau County, NY – Nassau County Department of Health has closed Hewlett Point beach to bathing due to elevated bacterial levels, effective today, August 6, 2021. In addition, Philip Healey Beach in Massapequa remains closed due to elevated bac...

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Posted on: July 22, 2021

Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at Hewlett Point Beach; Four Beaches Closed

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at Hewlett Point Beach in East Rockaway, effective today, July 22, 2021. This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure ...

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Posted on: July 21, 2021

Two Beaches Closed to Bathing Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels

Nassau County, NY – Nassau County Department of Health has closed Sea Cliff Beach and Island Park Beach to bathing due to elevated bacterial levels, effective today, July 21, 2021. In addition, Philip Healey Beach and Biltmore Beach Club in Mass...

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Posted on: July 16, 2021

Three Beaches Closed to Bathing Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels

Nassau County, NY – Nassau County Department of Health has closed Morgan Sound in Glen Cove to bathing due to elevated bacterial levels, effective today, July 16, 2021.  

In addition, Philip Healey Beach and Biltmore Beach Club in Massap...

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Posted on: July 15, 2021

Two Beaches Closed to Bathing Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels

Nassau County, NY – Nassau County Department of Health has closed Biltmore Beach Club in Massapequa to bathing due to elevated bacterial levels, effective today, July 15, 2021. Philip Healey Beach in Massapequa remains closed due to elevated bac...

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Posted on: July 9, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 17 Beaches One Beach Closed

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 17 beaches, effective today, July 9, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for beaches known...

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Posted on: July 7, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at Six Beaches One Beach Closed

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at six beaches, effective today, July 7, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for beaches know...

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Posted on: July 6, 2021

Nassau County Board of Health Regular Monthly Meeting

Mineola, NY – The regular monthly meeting of the Nassau County Board of Health will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at the offices of the Nassau County Department of Health, 200 County Seat Drive, Mineola, New York, 11501.  Please us...

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Posted on: July 2, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 17 Beaches

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 17 beaches, effective today, July 2, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for beac...

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Posted on: July 1, 2021

Nassau County Department of Health Issues Advisory Against Bathing at 8 Beaches

Nassau County, NY – Due to heavy rainfall, the Nassau County Department of Health is issuing an advisory against bathing at 8 beaches, effective today, July 1, 2021.  This advisory is issued as a precautionary measure for beaches known ...

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Posted on: June 28, 2021

Three Beaches Closed to Bathing Due to Elevated Bacterial Levels

Nassau County, NY – Nassau County Department of Health has closed Theodore Roosevelt Beach in Oyster Bay, Laurel Hollow Beach in Laurel Hollow and Philip Healey Beach in Massapequa to bathing due to elevated bacterial levels, effective today, Ju...

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Nassau County Department of Health is investigating a cluster of cases of salmonellosis associated with people who consumed food or drink at the restaurant Brixx and Barley, lo...

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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Legislator Abrahams, Heeling Soles, Inc., Present 9th Annual ComeInUnity Family Fun Day

WHAT - For the first time since 2019, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) and community partners Heeling Soles, Inc.; Glory House Recovery, Inc.; and Charmaine Robin of State Farm Uniondale proudly announce the return of th...

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Posted on: May 17, 2023

Legislator Abrahams, Empire BlueCross BlueShield Present ‘Family Fun & Fit Festival'

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D – Freeport) is partnering with Empire BlueCross BlueShield and other community partners to present the Family Fun & Fit Festival at Hempstead’s Kennedy Memorial Park on Saturday, Ma...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – “After 22 years of serving the First Legislative District and the residents of Nassau County, I have decided to not seek re-election,” Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abr...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams – Million-Dollar Legal Contract Latest Fallout

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – In a 4-3 vote along party lines on Monday, April 3, the Nassau County Legislature’s Rules committee approved a $1 million increase to an outside counsel contract with Conway, Farrell, Curtin & Kelly P.C.

The firm i...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Legislator Kevan Abrahams Honors Community Leaders During Women’s History Month Celebration

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(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) - In commemoration of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) partnered with Affinity by Molina Healthcare to present “Celebrating Women Who Tell Their Stories&rdq...

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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Legislator Abrahams, Affinity by Molina Healthcare Present Women’s History Month Celebration

WHAT – In commemoration of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Affinity by Molina Healthcare to present “Celebrating Women Who Tell Their Stories&rd...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Legislator Kevan Abrahams, Affinity by Molina Healthcare Present Women’s History Month Celebration

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WHAT – In commemoration of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Affinity by Molina Healthcare to present “Celebrating Women Who Tell Their Stories&rd...

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Legislator Abrahams Honors Hempstead Residents Jeffrey and Cheyenne Spencer for Philanthropic Effort

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(MINEOLA and HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) – During a recent Nassau County Legislature meeting, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) honored Jeffrey and Cheyenne Spencer, founders of Helping Hands of Hempstead for their steadfa...

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Posted on: March 13, 2023

Majority Must Stop Undermining Independence of County’s Inspector General

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – On Sunday, March 12, Newsday reported that the Legislative Majority is refusing to re-appoint Nassau County Inspector General Jodi Franzese until at 2024 at the earliest – inaction that will keep the fate of the offic...

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Forthcoming Retirement of Presiding Officer Nicolello

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – On Monday, March 6, Nassau County Legislature Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello (R – New Hyde Park) announced he will not seek re-election this November. Following his announcement, Nassau County Legislature Mino...

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Posted on: February 28, 2023

By Approving an Illegal Extreme Partisan Gerrymander, Republicans Disenfranchises Nassau Voters

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – In an 11-7 vote along party lines on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, the Nassau County Legislature approved the Republican Majority’s redistricting proposal, which upon its implementation would set in place Legislative distric...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

Nassau Takes First Steps Toward Correcting Erroneous Tax Bill to Tax-Exempt Notre Dame Parish

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – The Nassau County Legislature has taken the first steps toward correcting Department of Assessment errors that caused a tax-exempt Catholic church in New Hyde Park to receive nearly $1.2 million in erroneous tax bills.

It was am...

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

Minority Leader Abrahams Applauds Bill Approval to Make Firefighters Eligible for Tax Exemptions

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – During the Monday, Feb. 6 committee meetings of the Nassau County Legislature, lawmakers voted unanimously to advance a Minority Caucus-spearheaded proposal that will ensure Nassau County’s volunteer firefighters and ...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Legislature Approval of Nassau County Police Contract

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Monday, Feb. 6, 2023, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to approve an 8 ½-year collective bargaining agreement with the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association (PBA). 

Following today’s a...

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Posted on: January 25, 2023

Legislator Abrahams Continues ‘Holiday of Giving’ Celebration with Bellmore Playhouse

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WHAT – Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) is joining forces with an array of community partners to carry the spirit of the “Holiday of Giving” into the New Year by hosting a free movie day for...

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Posted on: January 24, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams: Adoption of FY 2023 Capital Plan a Resounding Victory

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - During its Monday, Jan. 23 meeting, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 capital plan and a bond authorization ordinance to fund an array of critical projects across Nassau County.

After Monday&...

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Posted on: January 23, 2023

Minority Caucus File Legislation to Make Volunteer Firefighters Eligible for Tax Exemptions

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – To ensure that Nassau County’s volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers receive the maximum property tax exemption allowable under a recently amended state law, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. A...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Status of Police Benevolent Association Contract

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, the membership of the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association (PBA) voted to approve a proposed contract spanning Jan. 1, 2018 to June 30, 2026. The contract must be approved by the Nassau County Legislat...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams Regarding Rules Committee Action on Redistricting Proposals

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, the Rules Committee of the Nassau County Legislature voted to send two redistricting proposals from the Temporary Districting Advisory Commission (TDAC) to the full Nassau County Legislature. While the proposal...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Legislator Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Free Community Property Tax Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their pr...

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Posted on: January 6, 2023

Minority Leader Abrahams Alerts CE Blakeman, Acting Assessor Cronin to More Tax Bill Errors

Below is a letter from Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) to County Executive Blakeman and Acting Assessor Cronin regarding more errors that were discovered in the 2023 General Tax bills and another tax bill that wa...

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their property ta...

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Posted on: November 9, 2022

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Legislative Approvals for Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Plan

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, Nassau County Legislative committees unanimously passed key resolutions pertaining to the enactment of the Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Plan. Final approval by the full Nassau County Legislature could occur at the ne...

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

Statement from Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams Following Approval of Retroactive Contract

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, the Nassau County Legislature’s Rules Committee voted 4-3 along party lines to approve a $60,000 increase to an outside counsel contract between the County Attorney and Leventhal Mullaney & Blinkoff...

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

Statement from Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams Regarding Approval of $3.5 Million-Plus Contract

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, the Nassau County Legislature’s Rules Committee voted 4-3 along party lines to approve a $3,535,000 “on-call labor and employment counsel” contract with special counsel firm, Bee Rea...

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Posted on: November 2, 2022

Letter from Minority Leader Abrahams Regarding Reports of Voter Intimidation

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In response to reports of attempted voter intimidation at a Levittown early voting site over the weekend by an extremist group called the Long Island Patriots,  Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) ...

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Posted on: November 1, 2022

Legislator Abrahams, Bethpage Federal Credit Union, Glory House Recovery, Inc. Host ‘Trunk or Treat’

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) partnered with Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Glory House Recovery, Inc. to host a “Trunk or Treat” family Halloween celebration on Saturday, Oct. 29.The even...

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Posted on: October 28, 2022

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Budget Vote

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Friday, Oct. 28, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) issued the following statement:“The Democratic Minority offered a common-sense, fiscally sustainable plan for enhancing public safet...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Leader Abrahams Urges County Executive and Majority to Support Plan to Hire 110 New Cops

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Ahead of a scheduled Friday, Oct. 28 vote to enact Nassau County’s fiscal year 2023 budget, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and his colleagues are urging the Blakeman administration an...

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Posted on: October 25, 2022

Minority Caucus Secures Relief For Homeowners That Were Overcharged $1.5 Million on Tax Bills

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Today, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to clear the way for correcting 842 erroneous school tax bills that caused impacted homeowners to be overcharged by more than $1.5 million. First exposed by the Minority Caucus on Oc...

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Posted on: October 24, 2022

Legislator Abrahams Hosts "Trunk or Treat" Halloween Event in Baldwin

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Bethpage Federal Credit Union and Glory House Recovery, Inc. to host a “Trunk or Treat” family Halloween celebration at the Baldwin LIRR station on Satu...

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Posted on: October 20, 2022

Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Tax Exemption Workshop in Roosevelt

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Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, invites First Legislative District residents to participate in a Property Tax Exemption Workshop at the Roosevelt Public Library. Du...

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Posted on: October 17, 2022

Democratic Caucus Budget Amendments Add 110 New Police Officers, Establish NCPD Hate Crimes Division

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - The Nassau County Legislature Democratic Minority’s amendments to County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget would provide $5,582,350 in additional funding for 110 new Nassau County Police Depa...

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Posted on: October 12, 2022

Minority Leader Abrams Announces Discovery of Hundreds of Errors in Nassau County School Tax Bills

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and the members of the Minority Caucus joined with concerned Nassau homeowners on Wednesday, Oct. 12 to announce the discovery of substantial errors in hundreds o...

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Posted on: October 3, 2022

Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Tax Exemption Workshops

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WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, invites First Legislative District residents to participate in the ongoing 2022 series of Property Tax Exemption Workshops. Du...

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Posted on: September 29, 2022

Legislator Abrahams, TRIMZ Barber Shop and Baldwin Bowl Host 16th Annual Back-To-School Giveaway

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – To help students confidently roll into the 2022-23 school year, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) partnered with TRIMZ Barber Shop owner and event founder Leon Levar Broughton joined forces with Heeling ...

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Posted on: September 22, 2022

Back to School Message From Minority Leader Abrahams

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Dear Neighbor:I hope that your family is enjoying a happy and healthy start to the 2022-23 school year!As we embark upon a new season of learning, life lessons and growth throughout our community, I wanted to take a few moments to share with you some ways...

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Posted on: September 22, 2022

7th Annual Fall Community Outdoor Market 2022

Join us and be an entrepreneur for the day * bring your own items or services to sell.  You can also make this a * Fundraising opportunity * Sell your commodities or services and make a profit for yourself, your organization, or business...Sign u...

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Posted on: September 20, 2022

Legislator Kevan Abrahams Honors “The Brown Boyz” for Winning a Stellar Gospel Music Award

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) honored local music group “The Brown Boyz” for winning “Quartet of the Year” at the 37th annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards. Cons...

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Posted on: September 16, 2022

Legislator Kevan Abrahams to Honor “The Brown Boyz” for Winning a Stellar Gospel Music Award

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Legislator Kevan Abrahams to Honor “The Brown Boyz”for Winning a Stellar Gospel Music Award

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) will honor the local music group “The Brown Boyz” winning “Quartet of the Year” at the 37th a...

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Posted on: September 9, 2022

Legislator Abrahams, Glory House Recovery, Inc. Announce Return of Community Fall Outdoor Market

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - For the first time since 2019, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is inviting merchants, residents, organizations, and agencies to register for his seventh annual Community Fall Outdoor Market at the Baldwin LIRR S...

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Posted on: September 7, 2022

Statement From Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams on Unanimous Vote to Expand Property Tax Exemption

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Wednesday, Sept. 7, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to increase the maximum income eligibility cap for individuals applying to receive the Senior Citizens and Persons with Limited Incomes and Disabilities tax exemption...

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Posted on: September 7, 2022

Minority Caucus Legislation to Expand Eligibility for Tax Exemptions On Track for Emergency Approval

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and his Minority Caucus colleagues joined with their New York State Senate and Assembly counterparts on Wednesday, Sept. 7 to urge for the swift passage of Minori...

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Posted on: August 29, 2022

Nassau Minority Leader Abrahams and Suffolk Minority Leader Richberg Host “Best of Long Island”

(UNIONDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg (D - Wyandanch) celebrated the region’s top hardwood talent by hosting the inaugural &am...

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Posted on: August 26, 2022

State Rules on Potency, Labeling of Legal Cannabis Fall Short

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By Kevan M. AbrahamsMinority Leader, Nassau County Legislature

The advent of legal adult-use recreational cannabis in New York has exposed critical shortcomings in how the State regulates the potency of what is being sold to consumers. The Cannabis Control...

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Posted on: August 25, 2022

Minority Caucus Seeks County Charter Amendment to Preserve Integrity of Redistricting Process, 2023

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and his Minority Caucus colleagues have filed legislation to preserve the integrity of the process that will determine the district lines for the 2023 Legislature...

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Posted on: August 19, 2022

Minority Caucus Seeks Charter Amendment to Preserve Integrity of Redistricting Process,2023 Election

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and his Minority Caucus colleagues have filed legislation to preserve the integrity of the process that will determine the district lines for the 2023 Legislature...

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

Nassau Minority Leader Abrahams and Suffolk Minority Leader Richberg Host “Best of Long Island”

WHAT - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg (D - Wyandanch) will host the “Best of Long Island” basketball tournament on Sunday, Aug 21...

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Posted on: August 12, 2022

988 - A Milestone in Suicide Prevention Efforts

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By Kevan M. Abrahams

Minority Leader, Nassau County Legislature

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance abuse or any type of mental health crisis, you are not alone. You matter more than you know - and there are trained, compassionate professio...

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Posted on: August 11, 2022

Minority Caucus Proposes Expansion of Nassau County’s Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemptions

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - The Nassau County Legislature’s Minority Caucus has introduced legislation that will deliver much-needed tax relief to income-eligible senior and disabled homeowners in Nassau County.

Filed this week, the measures would nearly d...

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Posted on: July 26, 2022

Legislator Abrahams and Glory House Recovery, Inc. Host National Night Out

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Uniondale Fire District, Glory House Recovery, Inc., and the Nassau County Police Department to host National Night Out at the Uniondale Fire District’s Sherm...

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Posted on: July 22, 2022

Legislator Abrahams Partners with Roosevelt PAL to Host Youth Summer Double-Dutch Clinic

(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and the Roosevelt Police Activity League (PAL) launched its five-week series of free Double Dutch clinics for youngsters ages 7 and up at the Rev. Arthur Mackey Park on Monday, ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 22, 2022

Legislators Abrahams and Mulé, Cedarmore Corporation Invite Residents to Summer Farmers’ Market

WHAT: Nassau County Legislators Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) are partnering with the Freeport-based Cedarmore Corporation to host their annual seasonal Farmers’ Market at the Baldwin LIRR station. The...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 20, 2022

Statement from Abrahams: C.E Blakeman Must Stop Playing Dangerous Political Games with Public Safety

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Wednesday, July 20, 2022, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) issued the following statement:

“Today’s attacks from County Executive Blakeman have absolutely no credibility bec...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 19, 2022

Statement From Kevan M. Abrahams: Capital Plan Must Meet the Needs of All Nassau County Residents

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Monday, July 18, the Nassau County Legislature failed to approve a bond ordinance related to proposed amendments to the 2021 Capital Plan. A 13-vote supermajority is required to authorize borrowing; however, the Minority Caucus abstai...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 15, 2022

Legislator Abrahams Joins with NuHealth and Community Partners to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with NuHealth and the Uniondale Public Library to host a breast cancer screening event on Thursday, August 4. Appointments include a breast exam from a nurse, a mammography, an...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 15, 2022

Legislator Abrahams, Affinity, ShopRite, Glory House Recovery, Inc. Present “Summer Sizzler” Fair

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Affinity by Molina Healthcare, ShopRite of Uniondale, and Glory House Recovery, Inc. to present the “Summer Sizzler” community health fair on ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 15, 2022

Leg Abrahams and Glory House Recovery, Inc. Host National Night Out with the Uniondale Fire District

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Uniondale Fire District, Glory House Recovery, Inc., and the Nassau County Police Department to host National Night Out at the Uniondale Fire District’s Sherm...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 27, 2022

The Answer Is: Give Uniondale Its Due

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To paraphrase the late, great Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin: “All Uniondale’s asking for is a little respect.”

Uniondale residents strenuously - and correctly - object to their hometown being called anything but its proper nam...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 27, 2022

Statement from Abrahams on Pending Departure of Nassau Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein

MINEOLA, N.Y) - Published reports revealed that Nassau County Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein will leave his post at the end of July. On Monday, June 27, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams on Supreme Court Ruling Overturning Roe v. Wade

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – On Friday, June 24, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to overturn Roe v. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to reproductive autonomy for American women. Following the ruling, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kev...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Statement from Abrahams on Supreme Court Decision Overturning New York State Concealed Carry Law

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – In a ruling released on Thursday, June 23, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to strike down New York’s requirement for individuals applying for a concealed carry permit to prove “proper cause” of danger. Following the ruling, Nassau Count...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Roosevelt PAL, Legislator Abrahams Launch Summer Double-Dutch Clinic at Rev. Arthur Mackey Park

(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) and the Roosevelt Police Activity League (PAL) are encouraging residents to sign up for a free five-week Double Dutch clinic at Rev. Arthur Mackey, Sr. Park, located at 49 lakeside...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 13, 2022

‘Juneteenth - A Celebration of Freedom’ at Eisenhower Park

WHAT - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) are partnering with the Joysetta & Julius Pearse African American Museum of Na...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 13, 2022

Minority Leader Abrahams Letter on Gas Price Gouging

NASSAU LEGISLATURE - Letter from Minority Leader Abrahams to Dep't of Consumer Affairs Regarding Gasoline Price Enforcement

Please find attached a letter from Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) tha...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: June 8, 2022

Statement from Minority Leader Abrahams on Vote to Approve Sweeping Concessions Contract

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Earlier today, the Rules committee of the Nassau County Legislature voted 4-3 along party lines to approve a 10-year concessions contract with Dover Gourmet Corp.

Dover’s contract with the County was terminated in 2019 amidst al...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: May 27, 2022

What Nassau’s Gas Tax Holiday Means For Your Family

By Kevan M. Abrahams

Minority Leader, Nassau County Legislature

Finally - a little bit of good news about gas prices.

On Wednesday, June 1, Nassau County will begin a gas tax holiday that will last through the rest of the year. During that time, Nassau will ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 21, 2022

Abrahams Partners with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Affinity by Molina Healthcare for Earth Day

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau Alumnae chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and sponsor Affinity by Molina Healthcare to host an Earth Day community cleanup and spruceup at the Dr. ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 11, 2022

Democratic Caucus: It’s About Time County Executive Blakeman Got on Board with Plan to Cut Gas Tax

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) and his Minority Caucus colleagues today said that a victory for consumers is on the horizon in the monthlong battle to cut gas taxes for Nassau County ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 7, 2022

Minority Leader Abrahams Applauds Vote to Elevate Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to U.S. Supreme Court

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Earlier today, the United States Senate voted 53-47 to approve Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman to be appointed to the nation’s highest court. Follow...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: March 23, 2022

County Legislator Kevan Abrahams & Fidelis Care Present a Virtual Women’s History Month Celebration

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Fidelis Care to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special virtual presentation, “Celebrating Women Making a Difference in Legislative District One....

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: March 15, 2022

Republican Majority ‘Don’t Seem to be on Board’ with Minority’s Plan to Suspend County Gas Sales Tax

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - As Nassau families continue to grapple with soaring gas prices, the Minority Caucus is renewing their call for County Executive Blakeman and the Legislature’s Republican Majority to stop playing politics and join the fight to t...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: February 7, 2022

Abrahams: Extension of Tax Grievance Deadline Sought by Minority Caucus a Victory for Taxpayers

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Following advocacy by the members of the Minority Caucus, the Nassau County Legislature today voted to extend the deadline for residents to file assessment challenges with Nassau County’s Assessment Review Commission ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: February 1, 2022

Minority Leader Abrahams, LIEOC and Nassau BOCES Present “It’s Time”

WHAT - The office of Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with SUNY, the Long Island Educational Opportunity Commission (LIEOC) and Nassau BOCES to present “It’s Time” - a seven-week webinar...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: October 7, 2021

Legislator Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend a “Career in Renewable Energy” Webinar

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with  United Way to host a webinar to teach residents about the “Power Up” program. The program will train and certify participants to enter the fa...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 29, 2021

brahams in Partnership with Community Development Corporation Long Island to Host a Housing Workshop

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Community Development Corporation Long Island (CDCLI) to host a series of housing workshops to help renters, veterans, seniors, and families understand the process to get ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 28, 2021

Abrahams Invite Residents to Attend “Lets Talk Finances” a Financial Literacy Webinars

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Melvin Greene, founder of “Tax R Us,” Devine Smith, and Janee Browne of Equitable Advisors to host a financial literacy webinar to help residents learn...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 28, 2021

Abrahams, Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Invite Residents to Attend Virtual Fair

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to host a virtual employment presentation for residents who are looking for employment or those looking to change careers p...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 24, 2021

Abrahams and TRIMZ Barber Shop Hosts 15th Annual Back-To-School Giveaway

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - To help families that are continuing to face financial hardship amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is hosting his 15th annual back-to-school giveaway on Saturday, Sept. 25, 20...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 20, 2021

Abrahams and TRIMZ Barber Shop Hosts 15th Annual Back-To-School Giveaway

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - To help families that are continuing to face financial hardship amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is hosting his 15th annual back-to-school giveaway on Saturday, Sept. 25, 20...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: September 7, 2021

Abrahams, Uniondale Community Leaders Celebrate Dedication of ‘Catanese Way’ in Uniondale

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Uniondale community leaders will ceremonially rename a portion of Uniondale Avenue between Nassau Road and Jerusalem Avenue as “Catanese Way” on Tuesday, Sept. 7 - an...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: August 25, 2021

Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the return of in-person Property Tax Exemption Workshops for First Legislative District residents. During the worksh...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: August 24, 2021

Legislator Kevan Abrahams Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Apprenticeship Webinar with NASRCC

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport), in conjunction with the North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, announces the Carpenters Apprenticeship Training Programs Webinar on Aug. 31 at 7 p.m.

During the webinar, partic...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 20, 2021

Abrahams and Mulé, Cedarmore Corporation Invite Residents to Summer Farmers’ Market at Baldwin LIRR

WHAT: Nassau County Legislators Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) are partnering with the Freeport-based Cedarmore Corporation to host their annual seasonal Farmers’ Market at the Baldwin LIRR station. The...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 14, 2021

Abrahams Partners with Roosevelt P.A.L., Clarity Surgical to Host Tennis Clinics at Centennial Park

(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) partnered with the Roosevelt Police Activity League (P.A.L), and Clarity Surgical to launch a youth tennis clinic at Roosevelt’s Centennial Park on Saturday, J...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 13, 2021

Abrahams and Others Host No Out-of-Pocket Cost Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D – Freeport) is partnering with NuHealth and co-sponsors Empire BlueCross BlueShield, HealthPlus, Betty’s Breast Cancer Foundation Corp. and Michelle Photo Studio to bring the NUMC mam...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: July 12, 2021

Abrahams Partners with Roosevelt P.A.L to Host Tennis Clinics for Young Residents Ages 6-16

 

WHAT: In conjunction with July’s observance as National Parks and Recreation Month, Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D – Freeport) is partnering with the Roosevelt Police Activity League (P.A.L), and Clarity Surgical ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: May 17, 2021

Minority Leader Abrahams Reacts to Executive Curran’s Proposal Create Homeowner Assistance Program

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Earlier today, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran called upon the Nassau County Legislature to support her proposal to create the Nassau County Homeowner Assistance Program. Under her proposal, the County would utilize $100 million in ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Roosevelt PAL, Legislator Abrahams Announce Opening of Registration for Double-Dutch Clinic

(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) and the Roosevelt Police Activity League (PAL) are encouraging residents to sign up for their six-week Double Dutch clinic at Centennial Park.

Instructors Victoria Cleckley and Tami...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Legislator Kevan Abrahams Partners with Roosevelt PAL to Host Centennial Park Earth Day

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Roosevelt PAL to host an Earth Day community beautification event at Centennial Park. Residents of all ages are invited to attend and pitch in with planting flowers, clear...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 30, 2021

Legislator Abrahams Announces Allocation of $1M Grant Toward Capital Improvements at Centennial Park

(ROOSEVELT, N.Y.) - A $1 million Community Development Block Grant has officially been allocated toward the widescale reconfiguration and renovation of Roosevelt’s Centennial Park, Nassau County Legislator Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) has an...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 26, 2021

Legislature Approves Renaming Road Outside Freeport HS to Ernest Kight, Jr.

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislators Kevan Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) thanked their colleagues for voting on Monday, April 26 to approve the ceremonial renaming of Brookside Avenue between Sunrise Highway and ...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 23, 2021

Legislator Abrahams, ARC Host Virtual Tax Grievance Workshop

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Ahead of a looming deadline for Nassau County homeowners to challenge the assessed value of their homes, Nassau County Legislator Kevan Abrahams (D – Freeport) and the Assessment Review Commission (ARC) hosted a virtu...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: April 12, 2021

STATEMENT: Minority Caucus Upholds County Executive Curran’s Elected-Assessor Veto

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Earlier today, the Minority Caucus of the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to uphold County Executive Laura Curran’s veto of a Majority proposal that sought to set in motion a return to the practice of electing the C...

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Legislative District 01
Posted on: March 16, 2021

Abrahams, Fidelis Care Present ‘Virtual Conversations and Reflections’

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - To celebrate Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) is partnering with Fidelis Care to present “Virtual Conversations and Reflections” - a series o...

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Legislative District 01

News Flash

Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator Bynoe Invites Residents to Attend Free, Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their property ta...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: November 14, 2022

Legislator Siela A. Bynoe Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screening in Lakeview

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WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Lakeview Public Library on Thursday, Nov. 17. Free mammograms will be made available to women over the age of 40. Appo...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: November 2, 2022

Nassau County Must Strengthen Cybersecurity Defenses

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As our neighbors in Suffolk County continue to struggle in the aftermath of a devastating, coordinated cyberattack upon their information technology infrastructure, Nassau County must confront an unsettling truth: It is only a matter of time before cyber ...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: November 1, 2022

Legislators Bynoe and Schaefer Honor Bravery of Westbury FD Members at Street Renaming Ceremony

(WESTBURY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Laura Schaefer (R - Westbury) joined with the Westbury Fire Department and their colleagues in government on Sunday, Oct. 30 to ceremonially rename Maple Avenue between Linden ...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: October 28, 2022

Legislators Bynoe and Schaefer Honor Service of Westbury FD Members at Street Renaming Ceremony

WHAT - Nassau County Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Laura Schaefer (R - Westbury) will join with the Westbury Fire Department and their colleagues in government on Sunday, Oct. 30 to ceremonially rename Maple Avenue between Linden and Post ...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: October 7, 2022

Siela A. Bynoe Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

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WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the 2022 series of Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Second Legislative District residents. 

During the work...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Legislator Bynoe Launches Program to Provide to Nassau Residents with Disabilities

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During the observance of September as World Alzheimer’s Month, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) has continued her advocacy for the creation of the “Chesnel Veillard Program” - an initiative that would pr...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: September 6, 2022

Legislator Siela A. Bynoe Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the 2022 series of Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Second Legislative District residents. 

During the work...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: August 16, 2022

Legislator Siela A. Bynoe, Councilman Robert Troiano, Nassau County PBA Host Back-To-School Event

WHAT - To help young students begin the 2022-23 school year on the right foot, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Town of North Hempstead Councilman Robert Troiano are partnering with the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: August 16, 2022

Siela A. Bynoe, Community Partners Host Back-To-School Backpack Event at Tanglewood Preserve

(ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y.) - To help young students begin the 2022-23 school year on the right foot, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) joined with key community partners to host her annual back-to-school backpack event at the Tanglewood...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: June 13, 2022

‘Juneteenth - A Celebration of Freedom’ at Eisenhower Park

WHAT - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) are partnering with the Joysetta & Julius Pearse African American Museum of Nassau County...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: June 9, 2022

Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center Present “Caring for the Caregiver” Sip & Talk Webinar

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) is partnering with the Long Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Center to host “Caring for the Caregiver” - the third installment of Legislator Bynoe’s ongoin...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: March 22, 2022

Democratic Caucus Honors NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell During Women’s History Month Presentation

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - In recognition of March as Women’s History Month, the Nassau County Legislature honored trailblazing NYPD Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell on Monday, March 21. Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D – Westbury)...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: February 15, 2022

Legislator Siela A. Bynoe Proposes ‘Chesnel Veillard Program’

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - To better protect the health and safety of Nassau County residents who are afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other similar cognitive disabilities, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) has filed ...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: February 1, 2022

Bynoe Partners with Long Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Center to Present Upcoming Virtual Forum

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) is partnering with the Long Island Alzheimer’s and Dementia Center to host a virtual “Sip & Talk” conversation at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 16 to raise awarenes...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: August 30, 2021

Siela A. Bynoe, Community Partners Host Back-To-School Backpack Event at Tanglewood Preserve

(ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y.) - To help young students begin the 2021-22 school year on the right foot, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) joined with key community partners to host her annual back-to-school backpack event at the Tanglewood...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: August 25, 2021

Bynoe Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the return of in-person Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Second Legislative District residents. During the workshop...

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: August 17, 2021

Bynoe Welcomes Superintendents of Hempstead, Malverne, Uniondale and Westbury Schools

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - In preparation for the 2021-2022 school year, Nassau County Legislator Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) welcomed a trailblazing group of local education leaders to the Theodore Roosevelt & Executive Building on Wednesday, Aug. 4.

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Legislative District 02
Posted on: May 13, 2021

Bynoe, Drucker, and Birnbaum Remind County’s TPVA Agency: Bus Camera Initiative

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - As Nassau County took another important step toward implementing a bus-camera program that will make roads safer for students and families in the upcoming school year, Nassau County Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) Arnold W. Dru...

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Legislative District 02

News Flash

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Statement from Legislator Solages on Upcoming HOT 97 Summer Jam Concert at Elmont’s UBS Arena

(ELMONT, N.Y.) – The following is a statement from Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) –

 

“This Sunday, the HOT 97 Summer Jam will be coming to the UBS Arena. I want to...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: May 31, 2023

Legislator Solages Commemorates Memorial Day in Elmont

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(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Inwood) joined local veterans, residents, students, law enforcement personnel, first responders and his colleagues in government in Elmont on Monday, May 29 for a Memorial Day parade...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator Solages and Assemblywoman Solages Present Haitian Heritage Month Celebration

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(WHAT) – In recognition of May as Haitian Heritage Month, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) and New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages are joining forces with community partners celebrate the rich history,...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: March 22, 2023

Two Years After Attack on Nafiah Ikram, Legislator Solages Join Family to Renew Call for Justice

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(ELMONT, N.Y.) -  Just days after the two-year anniversary of the horrific acid attack on Elmont resident Nafiah Ikram, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) joined with Nafiah and her family and County offic...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: March 9, 2023

Statement from Legislator Solages on County Executive’s Decision to Not Renew Community Center Lease

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) – On Tuesday, March 7,  Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced that the County would not renew the lease of the Five Towns Community Center. Following his announcement, Nassau County Legislator Carri&eacut...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Minority Caucus Delivers Tax Relief for Nassau County’s Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Minority Caucus lawmakers applauded the unanimous Monday, Feb. 27 passage of a Minority-spearheaded proposal that will ensure Nassau County’s volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers receive the maximum property tax exemption allowab...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 24, 2023

Legislator Solages and Assemblymember Solages Announce Inaugural Asian Advisory Group Town Hall

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WHAT – Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) and New York State Assemblymember Michaelle Solages, Chair of the New York State Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic and Asian Legislative Caucus, are partnering with c...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 14, 2023

Legislator Carrié Solages Partners with Elmont Cultural Center, Community Leaders to Host Q&A

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WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is partnering with the Elmont Cultural Center to inform residents about the Biden administration’s expansion of a humanitarian parole program that offers migrants from Vene...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 9, 2023

Legislators Mulé, Solages and Lafazan, Senator Thomas Demand Answers from Blakeman Administration

Minority Caucus - Criticism of Frozen Assessment Rolls

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – With a March 1 deadline looming for property owners to grieve their assessment, Nassau County Legislators Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) and Joshua Lafazan (D – Woodbury) today demanded answers from the Blakeman ...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 8, 2023

As Anniversary of Acid Attack on Nafiah Ikram Approaches, Legislator Solages Announces $50K Reward

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(ELMONT, N.Y.) – Nearly two years after Nafiah Ikram was the victim of a horrific acid attack in the driveway of her Elmont home, her assailant remains at large, and her case remains unsolved.

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D...

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Legislative District 03
Posted on: February 3, 2023

Legislator Solages Commemorates World Hijab Day

Legislator Solages - World Hijab Day 2023

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) commemorated Wednesday, Feb. 1 as World Hijab Day by welcoming Wazma Wardak Hassan, founder and CEO of Afghan Americans of New York (AANY), to the Theodore Roosevelt Execu...

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Posted on: January 31, 2023

Legislator Carrié Solages, Government Colleagues Attend National Haitian American Elected Officials

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(WEEHAWKEN, N.J.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) proudly joined his colleagues in government at the 2023 National Haitian American Elected Officials Network leadership retreat, which was held in Weehawken, N.J. from Fr...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Statement from Legislator Carrié Solages on Future of the Five Towns Community Center

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) – On Jan. 2, 2023, Nassau County issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a vendor for a long-term lease to operate what is now the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence. Amidst questions and concerns about the future of t...

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Posted on: January 12, 2023

Legislator Solages Commemorates 13th Anniversary of Devastating 2010 Haiti Earthquake

Solages - Haiti Earthquake Anniversary and Humanitarian Parole

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined with Haitian community leaders on Wednesday, Jan. 11 to commemorate the upcoming 13th anniversary of the 2010 earthquake that devastated Haiti and the Haitian diasp...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator Solages Invites Residents to Attend Free, Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challen...

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator Solages Invites Residents to Attend Free, Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their ...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Legislator Solages Observes Veterans Day in Elmont

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(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) proudly joined with American Legion Post 1033 for Elmont’s Veterans Day Parade on Friday, Nov. 11. Legislator Solages donated refreshments that were served at a p...

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Posted on: October 28, 2022

Legislator Solages Presents Dr. Elsy Mecklembourg-Guibert Memorial Breast Cancer Walk

Solages - Breast Cancer Walk

WHAT - In observance of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is partnering with New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Nassau Cancer Services Center, Catholic Health and Nassa...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

Statement from Legislator Carrié Solages on the Passing of Dr. Elsie Mecklembourg-Guibert

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Dr. Elsie Mecklembourg-Guibert, whose election to the Elmont School Board made her Nassau County’s first Haitian-American elected official, passed away on Oct. 3. Following her passing, Nassau County Legislator Carrié...

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Posted on: September 6, 2022

Legislator Carrié Solages Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the 2022 series of Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Third Legislative District residents. 

Durin...

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Posted on: August 8, 2022

Solages: Require Utility Properties in Nassau County to File Annual Income and Expense Statements

Solages - ASIE Legislation

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - To ensure that utilities pay their fair share of taxes on the properties they own, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is sponsoring legislation that would require such entities to file annual income and exp...

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Posted on: July 28, 2022

Legislator Solages, Transit Workers Advocate for Better Pay, Retirement Benefits for NICE Operators

(UNIONDALE) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined with transit workers on Wednesday, July 27 to urge Transdev, the operator of Nassau County’s NICE Bus public transit system, to improve the pay and retirement...

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Posted on: July 20, 2022

Legislator Solages Celebrates Birthday of Trailblazer Julius Pearse

(HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) recognized Nassau County trailblazer Julius Pearse during his 89th birthday party that was held in his honor on July 8 at the Joysetta and Julius Pearse African American...

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Posted on: July 18, 2022

Solages: Nassau Must Redouble Efforts to Reach Agreement to Extend Five Towns Community Center Lease

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is reiterating his support for extending the lease of the Five Towns Community Center so that its staff and volunteers can continue pursuing its mission of serving approx...

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Posted on: July 18, 2022

Legislator Solages Honors Legendary Equestrian Artist Pierre Bellocq

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) was on hand at Belmont Racetrack on Saturday, July 9 as the New York Racing Association and the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame celebrated renowned cartoonist Pi...

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Posted on: July 18, 2022

Solages Hosts Mental Health & Wellness Fair, Narcan Training Session at Five Towns Community Center

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is hosting a Mental Health and Wellness Fair at the Five Towns Community Center on Tuesday, July 26. Scheduled vendors include Fidelis Care, Empire Blue Cross, Affinity and ...

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Posted on: June 27, 2022

Legislator Solages Celebrates Juneteenth in Hempstead

(HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined the Town of Hempstead’s Juneteenth celebration at Hempstead Town Hall on Saturday, June 18. Following a grand processional, the event featured music, st...

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Posted on: June 27, 2022

Legislator Solages Celebrates Juneteenth in Elmont

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, the Gift of Giving Foundation and an array of community partners in hosting a Juneteenth cookout that drew more than ...

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Posted on: June 20, 2022

Legislator Solages Applauds Reopening of Elmont Road Park

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) celebrated the re-opening of the Town of Hempstead’s Elmont Road Park on Friday, June 17 - an outcome that followed extensive advocacy by Legislator Solages and h...

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Posted on: June 20, 2022

Legislator Solages Honors ERASE Racism Founder V. Elaine Gross

(GARDEN CITY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined ERASE Racism at the Garden City Hotel on Wednesday, June 8 for a special reception honoring the organization’s Founder and President V. Elaine Gross f...

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Posted on: June 15, 2022

Legislator Solages Attends HALEFO Swearing-In Ceremonies

(NEW YORK, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) attended the inaugural ceremonies for the Haitian American Law Enforcement Fraternal Organization (HALEFO) on Sunday, June 12. NYPD Detective Claude Jean-Pierre for a thr...

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Posted on: June 15, 2022

Legislator Carrié Solages Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community at Long Island Pride Parade in Farmingdale

(FARMINGDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined thousands of revelers and his colleagues in government to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during Long Island Pride in Farmingdale on Sunday, June 12. The event a...

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Posted on: June 13, 2022

‘Juneteenth - A Celebration of Freedom’ at Eisenhower Park

WHAT - Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) are partnering with the Joysetta & Julius Pearse African American Museum of Nassau County...

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Posted on: June 8, 2022

Legislator Solages Celebrates Christening of Peter V. Sobol Memorial Bridge in Lawrence

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined the community and his colleagues in government on Monday, June 6 for the unveiling of the Peter V. Sobol Memorial Bridge in Lawrence. The bridge is located where Sea...

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Posted on: April 11, 2022

Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages Regarding Antisemitic Remarks at RVC Village Board Meeting

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Yesterday, on Palm Sunday, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) issued the following statement:

“As I enjoy my Palm Sunday in peace, I feel horrible for my Jewish brothers and sis...

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Posted on: January 13, 2022

Legislator Carrié Solages Sworn In for New Term Representing Nassau County 3rd Legislative District

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) was sworn for a new term representing the residents of the Third Legislative District during the first meeting of the 14th term of the Nassau County Legislature ...

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Posted on: January 13, 2022

Legislator Carrié Solages Commemorates 12th Anniversary of Devastating Haiti Earthquake

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined Haitian community leaders on Wednesday, Jan. 12 for Memory Walk 2022, which commemorated the 300,000 lives lost in the earthquake that devastated Haiti and the Hait...

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Posted on: November 16, 2021

Carrié Solages Joins with Community Partners to Support ICNA Relief’s Winter Giveaway

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined with a team of community partners at the Five Towns Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 13 to support ICNA Relief’s Winter Giveaway. 

During the e...

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Posted on: November 15, 2021

Legislator Carrié Solages Commemorates Veterans Day in Elmont

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - In observance of Veterans Day, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) proudly joined with the members of Elmont American Legion Post 1033 on Thursday, Nov. 11 for a Veterans Day parade and ceremony honoring the ...

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Posted on: November 12, 2021

Solages Joins with Community Partners to Support ICNA Relief’s Winter Giveaway

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) will join a team of community partners at the Five Towns Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 13 to support ICNA Relief’s Winter Giveaway. Participants in the event will rece...

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Posted on: November 10, 2021

Carrié Solages Invites Community to Commemorate Veterans Day in Elmont

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) invites the community to commemorate Veterans Day in Elmont by attending American Legion Post 1033’s parade on Thursday, Nov. 11.

The parade is scheduled to step off from th...

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Posted on: November 9, 2021

Legislator Carrié Solages Invites Community to Commemorate Veterans Day in Elmont

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) invites the community to commemorate Veterans Day in Elmont by attending American Legion Post 1033’s parade on Thursday, Nov. 11.

The parade is scheduled to step off from th...

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Posted on: October 27, 2021

Solages Applauds Completion of North Fletcher Avenue Road Repaving Project in N. Valley Stream

(NORTH VALLEY STREAM, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is pleased to announce the completion of repaving work on North Fletcher Avenue between the Southern State Parkway and Hendrickson Avenue.

During the last sever...

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Posted on: October 19, 2021

Solages Commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month at Five Towns Community Center

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) partnered with the Nassau County Office of Hispanic Affairs to connect residents with housing, education, healthcare, unemployment and social services resources during a ...

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Posted on: October 8, 2021

Legislator Carrié Solages Reminds Residents to Register for Upcoming Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, reminds Third Legislative District residents to register for two upcoming Property Tax Exemption Workshops in...

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Posted on: September 24, 2021

Solages: Intersection Box Markings Installed to Address Gridlock at East Avenue and Rockaway Tpke

(MEADOWMERE PARK, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) has secured from the Department of Public Works (DPW) additional resources to the gridlock-snarled intersection of Rockaway Turnpike and East Avenue in Meadowmere ...

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Posted on: September 24, 2021

Legislator Solages The Manna Project for Philanthropic Work

(INWOOD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) thanked the Manna Project for hosting a pop-up Food Pantry and Back-to-School Drive at St. John’s Baptist Church in Inwood on Saturday, Aug. 28. Legislator Solage...

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Posted on: August 30, 2021

Dear Editor: Take Advantage of Excluded Workers Fund

Take Advantage of Excluded Workers Fund

 DEAR EDITOR:

New York’s Excluded Workers Fund, which is intended to provide much-needed relief to workers cut off from government unemployment benefits and stimulus checks during the pandemic, is ...

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Posted on: August 27, 2021

Following Advocacy with NYS DOT, Legislator Solages Applauds Repairs to North Valley Stream Parkway

(NORTH VALLEY STREAM, N.Y.) - Following extensive advocacy by his office, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is pleased to report that New York State has completed long-awaited repairs to the entrance and exit ramps at South...

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Posted on: August 25, 2021

Solages Honors Elmont Family Health Center, Long Island FQHC During National Health Center Week

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) commemorated National Health Center Week on Friday, Aug. 13 with a visit to the Elmont Family Health Center’s community health fair and COVID-19 vaccination clini...

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Posted on: August 17, 2021

Solages Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the return of in-person Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Third Legislative District residents. During th...

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Posted on: August 13, 2021

Carrié Solages Joins with Community Partners to Support ICNA Relief Back-2-School Event

(VALLEY STREAM, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) partnered with New York State Assembly Member Michaelle Solages, Empowering Young Professionals of Long Island, Affinity Health Plan, Young Muslims, and Masjid Hamza t...

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Posted on: August 12, 2021

Solages Invites Residents to Attend Inwood Day Festivities at the Five Towns Community Center

WHAT – Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) invites residents to join him at the Five Towns Community Center from 2 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15 for the return of Inwood Day.

Spearheaded in partnership with the Five To...

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Posted on: August 2, 2021

Solages Joins with Community Partners to Support ICNA Relief Back-2-School Event

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is partnering with New York State Assembly Member Michaelle Solages, Empowering Young Professionals of Long Island, Affinity Health Plan, Young Muslims, and Masjid Hamza to support I...

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Posted on: July 30, 2021

Legislator Solages Invites Residents to Attend Inwood Day Festivities

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) invites residents to join him at the Five Towns Community Center from 2 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15 for the return of Inwood Day.

Spearheaded in partnership with the Five Towns Commu...

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Posted on: July 2, 2021

Solages Congratulates Nancy Ventimiglia Upon Retirement from Local 1102 RWDSU UFCW

(HUNTINGTON, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) recently congratulated Nancy Ventimiglia on the occasion of her retirement from her role as Political Coordinator at Local 1102 RWDSU UFCW. During a Thursday, June 24 c...

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Posted on: June 23, 2021

Legislator Carrié Solages Celebrates Juneteenth Across LD3

(ELMONT, INWOOD and VALLEY STREAM, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) joined community leaders in observing Juneteenth across the Third Legislative District. Legislator Solages attended a community barbecue at Inwood...

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Posted on: June 8, 2021

Legislator Solages Announces North Central Avenue Resurfacing Project is Underway in Valley Stream

(VALLEY STREAM, N.Y.) - Following a year and a half of advocacy, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is pleased to announce that the resurfacing of a nearly mile-long span of North Central Avenue in Valley Stream, between Hen...

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Posted on: May 27, 2021

Legislator Solages: Increase Crime Stoppers Reward to Aid Search for Suspect in Horrific Acid Attack

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - As 21-year-old Elmont resident Nafiah Ikram continues the struggle to regain her health after being attacked with acid in her own driveway, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is urging officials to again inc...

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Posted on: May 14, 2021

Legislator Solages Urges President Biden to End Expulsions, Restore TPP Status for Asylum Seekers

(LAWRENCE, N.Y.) - Amidst a climate of ongoing violent turmoil in Haiti, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) is urging President Biden to put an end to the accelerated rate of expulsions and restore Temporary Protected Status...

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Posted on: April 27, 2021

Legislator Carrié Solages Announces Key Traffic Safety Improvements Coming to Elmont Community

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) today announced that the Department of Public Works will embark upon long-demanded traffic safety improvements along Dutch Broadway and Elmont Road.

In response to extensive...

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Posted on: April 22, 2021

Legislator Solages Urges Public to Aid in Search for Person who Attacked Elmont Woman with Acid

 

(ELMONT, N.Y.) -  Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) today urged residents to call police with any information that could lead to the arrest and conviction of the man responsible for a gruesome acid attack...

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Posted on: March 31, 2021

Solages Recognizes Raven Brewington, Anayo Michel and Jasmine Williams During Women’s History Month

(ELMONT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages (D - Lawrence) commemorated Women’s History Month by honoring three local leaders for their contributions to the Third Legislative District. The honorees - Raven Brewington, Ana...

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News Flash

Posted on: May 11, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 4th Legislative District

 Wednesday, June 21, 2023 • 8:10 AM to 10:25 AM •

Stop & Shop Parking Lot – E. Park Ave., Long Beach

 

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Cente...

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Posted on: May 11, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to Bay Park

SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 2023 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bay Park – First Ave., East Rockaway

 

Legislator Denise Ford is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program (S.T.O.P.) is coming...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

E-Cycling Begins With You!

North Woodmere E-cycle & shredding event

Sunday, May 7, 2023 - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

north woodmere Park – parking lot

Branch blvd., North Woodmere

 

Electronics waste is growing exponentially. To help preserve landfill space and ensure that...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Senior Scam Prevention Meetings

Tuesday May 2, 2023, 1:30 PM, Long Beach Library111 W. Park Ave. Long Beach

Tuesday May 16, 2023, 1:30 PM Island Park Library176 Long Beach Rd, Island Park

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford and the FCA are hosting two free presentations to help senior ci...

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Posted on: April 12, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to Long Beach

SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2023 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Long Beach City Hall (Parking Lot) – Centre St., Long Beach

 

Legislator Denise Ford is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Prog...

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Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt. &nbs...

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Posted on: February 15, 2023

E-Cycling Begins With You!

POINT LOOKOUT E-CYCLE & SHREDDING EVENT

SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2023  -   8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Point Lookout Town Park – PARKING LOT

1300 Lido Blvd., Point Lookout

 

Electronics waste is growing exponentially. To help preserve la...

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Posted on: January 24, 2023

Legislator Ford Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life as Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Posted on: December 20, 2022

Legislator Ford Honors Detectives Who Busted Catalytic Converter Ring

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On Monday, December 19th, Nassau County Legislator and Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer Denise Ford, joined with her colleagues on the Nassau County Legislature to honor two Nassau County Police Department Detectives who busted a county-wide catalytic c...

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Posted on: December 20, 2022

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 4th Legislative District

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Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of Assessme...

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Posted on: November 16, 2022

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 4th Legislative District

• Wednesday, December 14, 2022 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM • Stop & Shop Plaza – E. Park Ave., Long Beach

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Posted on: October 6, 2022

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to North Woodmere

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2022 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PMNorth Woodmere Park – 750 Hungry Harbor Rd., North Woodmere

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

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Posted on: September 22, 2022

NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van Coming to the 4th Legislative District

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT • Wednesday, October 19, 2022 • 8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •Long Beach City Hall – 1 West Chester St., Long Beach

Nassau County Leg...

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Posted on: September 20, 2022

NASSAU LEGISLATURE HONORS TOP DETECTIVES FOR SEPTEMBER 2022

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On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the Third Squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Posted on: September 7, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR DENISE FORD’S 2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOP 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMIsland Park Public Library – 176 Long Beach Rd., Island Park

Legislator Denise Ford invites all homeo...

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Posted on: September 6, 2022

E-CYCLING BEGINS WITH YOU!

NORTH WOODMERE E-CYCLE & SHREDDINGEVENTSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2022  -  8:00 am - 1:00 pmNORTH WOODNERE PARK750 HUNGRY HARBOR RD., NORTH WOODMERE

Electronics waste is growing exponentially. To help preserve landfill space and ensure tha...

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Posted on: August 15, 2022

19TH ANNUAL F.F. HARRY S. FORD MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE

19th ANNUAL F.F. HARRY S. FORD 

MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE

 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2022  •  3:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Knights of Columbus #2626 – 970 W. Beech St., Long Beach

 

HELP THOSE IN NEED AND ...

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Posted on: July 26, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

July 26, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

 

 Thursday, August 25, 2022 • 8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •Stop & Shop Plaza – E. Park Ave., Lon...

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Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Posted on: January 11, 2022

FORD SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS LEGISLATOR

On Monday, January 10th, Denise Ford was sworn in for a new term in the Nassau County Legislature for the 14th Legislative Session covering 2022-2023.

Former Congressman Peter King administered the oath of office to the Majority Caucus of the Legislature a...

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Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back...

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Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Posted on: October 6, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE PROGRAM IS COMING TO NORTH WOODMERE

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMNorth Woodmere Park – Branch Blvd., North Woodmere

Legislator Denise Ford is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead’s Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste ...

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Posted on: October 6, 2021

FORD’S TELEPHONE OFFICE HOURS Monday, October 18, 2021 – 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford is hosting a Telephone Office Hours event to address residents’ questions and concerns about County related issues. To participate and make your voice heard, please call Legislator Ford at 516-571-6204 on Mon...

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Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 04
Posted on: September 1, 2021

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

       • Thursday, October 14, 2021 • 8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •

Long Beach City Hall – 1 West Chester St., Long Beach

 

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford and Long Bea...

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Posted on: September 1, 2021

18TH ANNUAL F.F. HARRY S. FORD MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE

Thursday, September 23, 2021  •  3:15 PM – 9:15 PM

St. Mary of the Isle – 315 East Walnut St., Long Beach 

 

HELP THOSE IN NEED AND DONATE BLOOD!

 

To schedule an appointment, scan the Q...

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Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Tax...

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Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel...

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Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Posted on: May 26, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM COMING TO BAY PARK

SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMBay Park – First Ave., East Rockaway

Legislator Denise Ford is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program (S.T.O.P.)...

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Posted on: May 19, 2021

LEGISLATOR FORD IS BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 4TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

 Thursday, June 10, 2021 • 8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •Stop & Shop Plaza – East Park Ave., Long Beach 

Nassau County Legislator Denise Ford is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center M...

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Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than ever...

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Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Posted on: April 21, 2021

LEGISLATOR FORD DISTRIBUTES COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT

Alternate Deputy Presiding Officer and Chairwoman of the Public Safety Committee Denise Ford presented COVID-19 Service Bars to Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder and the men and women of the Nassau County Police Department, for their service to the people...

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Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

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ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed ...

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Posted on: May 16, 2023

Legislator Mulé, Sanitary District 2 Join Forces to Host Community Cleanup at Lofts Pond Park

WHAT –Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) and the Town of Hempstead’s Sanitary District 2 invite residents, park lovers and environmentalists to join them in giving Lofts Pond Park in Baldwin some sp...

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Posted on: May 9, 2023

Legislator Mulé Partners With Baldwin Civic Association to Host Community Bike Parade

WHAT – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and the Baldwin Civic Association are joining forces to host a Community Bike Parade at Baldwin Park from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 13.

This fun and inclusive ...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé Honors Legacy of Former Nassau County Legislator Joseph Scannell

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WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) will join with the friends and loved ones of former Legislator Joe Scannell, her colleagues in government, and community leaders for a street renaming and tree dedication ceremony to hon...

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Posted on: May 1, 2023

Legislator Mulé Honors Freeport Volunteer Fire Department at 131st Annual Installation Dinner

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(MELVILLE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined the members and leaders of the Freeport Volunteer Fire Department at the Huntington Hilton Hotel on Saturday, April 22 for the Department’s 131st a...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Legislator Mulé Supports Hangout One Happy Place Inc Annual Walk for Autism Awareness in Baldwin

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – To celebrate April as Autism Awareness Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined members of the Hangout One Happy Place Inc., her colleagues in government and residents to support the foundatio...

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Posted on: April 28, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé Secured $17K for Baldwin Public Library’s “Quiet Room”

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) secured a $17,322 Community Revitalization Program (CRP) grant that created a quiet room at the Baldwin Public Library. The funds were used to enhance the library and provide ...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Legislator Mulé and Green Army Join Forces for Earth Day Clean-Up at Brookside Preserve

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(FREEPORT, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with New York State Senator Kevin Thomas and Freeport-based nonprofit The Green Army to host an Earth Day community cleanup on Saturday, April 22 at the F...

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Posted on: April 25, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé Visits Baldwin Chamber of Commerce

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) was recently invited to speak at the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 12 at Novi-New Old Venice Inn in Baldwin. During the meeting, Legislator M...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Legislator Mulé Celebrates Women’s History Month by Honoring Community Leaders

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – In observance of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) honored four outstanding women for their contributions to the community and their steadfast commitment to ...

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Posted on: April 7, 2023

Legislator Mulé and Green Army Join Forces to Host Clean-Up at Freeport’s Brookside Preserve

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WHAT –Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport), New York State Senator Kevin Thomas and Freeport-based nonprofit The Green Army are inviting residents, park lovers and environmentalists to join them in giving Freeport&rs...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 7, 2023

Legislator Mulé Attends J.W. Dodd Middle School Career Day

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(FREEPORT, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) visited J.W. Dodd Middle School’s Career Day on Friday, March 31, where she had the opportunity to share her insights and life experiences as a ...

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Posted on: April 5, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé, Baldwin Civic Association Present “Composting and Gardening – The Basics”

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WHAT: Expand and refresh your gardening skills for a new season during “Composting and Gardening – The Basics,” a Saturday, April 15 event presented at the Baldwin Community Garden by Nassau County Legislator Debra Mul&ea...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Statement from Sponsors of ‘Families Against Fentanyl’ Law

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced today that, through a partnership with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (LICADD), the County will stock AEDs on County property with Narcan kits.

Followin...

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé, Baldwin Fire Department Host Successful Community Blood Drive

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and more than 40 people rolled up their sleeves to give the gift of life during a community blood drive at the Baldwin Fire Department on Tuesday, Feb. 21.&...

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Posted on: February 28, 2023

Nassau County Reverses Erroneous $1.165M Tax Bill to Tax-Exempt Notre Dame Parish in New Hyde Park

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – To address the latest in a series of tax bill blunders that have already cost Nassau County taxpayers millions, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously on Monday, Feb. 27 to rescind $1,165,324.28 in tax bills that were ...

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Posted on: February 14, 2023

Minority Caucus Prevails in Push to Extend Grievance Deadline

Minority Caucus - Criticism of Frozen Assessment Rolls

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Following advocacy by the members of the Nassau County Legislature’s Minority Caucus, property owners will now have until Monday, April 3 to grieve the assessed value of their property.

During a Thursday, Feb. 9 press ...

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

Legislators Mulé, Solages and Lafazan, Senator Thomas Demand Answers from Blakeman Administration

Minority Caucus - Criticism of Frozen Assessment Rolls

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – With a March 1 deadline looming for property owners to grieve their assessment, Nassau County Legislators Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) Carrié Solages (D – Lawrence) and Joshua Lafazan (D &...

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Posted on: February 8, 2023

Nassau Takes First Steps Toward Correcting Erroneous Tax Bill to Tax-Exempt Notre Dame Parish

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – The Nassau County Legislature has taken the first steps toward correcting Department of Assessment errors that caused a tax-exempt Catholic church in New Hyde Park to receive nearly $1.2 million in erroneous tax bills.

It was among the Co...

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Posted on: January 31, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé, Baldwin FD Host Community Blood Drive

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) invites residents to donate blood at the Baldwin Fire Department, 2386 Grand Ave., Baldwin, from 2 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22. Each donor will receive a voucher fo...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: January 17, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé Announces Baldwin Mobile Office Hours

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is bringing her district office’s resources directly to residents by hosting mobile office hours at the Baldwin Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023. 

Mobile offi...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Legislator Debra Mulé Announces Baldwin Mobile Office Hours

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is bringing her district office’s resources directly to residents by hosting mobile office hours at the Baldwin Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023.&am...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: January 5, 2023

Legislator Mulé Congratulates NCPD Academy Graduates

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(UNIONDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) congratulated the graduates of the Nassau County Police Department’s most recent Academy class during a ceremony that was held at the David S. Mack Center for Trai...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé Announces Baldwin Mobile Office Hours

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is bringing her district office’s resources directly to residents by hosting mobile office hours at the Baldwin Public Library on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023.&am...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator Mulé Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their prop...

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Posted on: December 7, 2022

Statement from Legislator Debra Mulé on Hempstead Town Board’s Long-Awaited Approval of The Grand

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – On Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, the Hempstead Town Board voted to approve The Grand at Baldwin following extensive advocacy from Baldwin civic leaders and community residents. It is the first major downtown revitalization project tha...

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Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator Mulé Invites Residents to Attend Virtual Assessment Grievance Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge their prop...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé Honors Two Local Firefighters from Freeport and Baldwin for Fire Rescue

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) honored Lieutenant Joseph Brown from the Baldwin Fire Department and Assistant Chief Anthony Sotira from the Freeport Fire Department for their respective roles in a fire resc...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Legislator Mulé & The New York Sea Grant Present “Coastal Erosion and Shoreline Resiliency” Seminar

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – Amidst the 10th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy and renewed memories of the devastation it wrought upon our region, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with The New York Sea Grant to pres...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Legislator Mulé Observes Veterans Day in Baldwin

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(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) proudly joined Baldwin’s American Legion Post No. 246 on Friday, Nov. 11 for their annual Veterans Day observance. “It is always a privilege to be part of ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 29, 2022

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Fit4Life Studios to Freeport

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined leaders of the Freeport Chamber of Commerce and her colleagues in government in celebrating the grand opening of Fit4Life Studios on Thursday, Sept. 22. Located at 361...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 27, 2022

Legislator Mule invites Residents to Securely Discard Medications, Documents, and Electronics

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Legislator Mulé Invites Residents to Securely Discard Medications, Documents and Electronics at Upcoming Sani 2 Disposal Event

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is once again proudly co-sponsoring Sanitary Dist...

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Posted on: September 22, 2022

Legislator Mule, Nassau Board of Elections Host "Know Your Voting Rights" Seminar

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Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with the Nassau County Board of Elections to present the “Know Your Voting Rights” seminar and voter registration program at the Freeport Memorial Library on Tuesd...

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Posted on: September 19, 2022

Legislator Mulé, Nassau County Board of Elections Present “Know Your Voting Rights” Seminar

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WHAT - With the Oct. 14 deadline to register to vote in the 2022 general election looming, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Board of Elections to present the “Know Your Voting Rig...

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Posted on: August 25, 2022

Political Donations Continue to Sustain Nassau’s Broken Assessment System

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By Debra MuléNassau County Legislator

After reading Newsday’s recent analysis of donations by a political action committee funded by tax grievance firms, (“Tax-challenge firms donate $256,725 to Nassau GOP candidates, committ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 25, 2022

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Platinum Cuisines to Freeport’s Nautical Mile

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined leaders of the Freeport Chamber of Commerce and her colleagues in government on Thursday, Aug. 18 to celebrate the grand opening of Platinum Cuisines. Located at 238 W...

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Posted on: August 22, 2022

Legislator Mulé Co-Sponsors 4th Annual “Canal Cleanup” with Sonny’s Canal House and Operation SPLASH

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(BALDWIN/FREEPORT, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) proudly partnered with Sonny’s Canal House, Operation SPLASH, her colleagues in government, and community volunteers to host the fourth annual “Canal Cleanup” on Saturday, Aug. ...

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

Add Fentanyl Testing Strips to Nassau’s Overdose Prevention Toolkit

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By Debra MuléNassau County Legislator

Nassau County should be deploying every proven resource at our disposal to prevent overdoses, promote recovery and save lives in its battle against opioid addiction. Unfortunately, it appears partisan politi...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 16, 2022

Statement from Legislator Debra Mulé Following Discovery of Antisemitic Fliers in Freeport Village

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - The following is a statement from Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) -

 "I was appalled by the antisemitic fliers that Freeport Village residents discovered outside their homes over the weekend &a...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 25, 2022

Legislators Drucker and Mulé Alert Residents to New County Portal for Monkeypox Vaccine Info;

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislators Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) are encouraging residents who are seeking the monkeypox vaccine to utilize a newly established County web portal to access appointments.

This comes ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 22, 2022

Legislators Abrahams and Mulé, Cedarmore Corporation Invite Residents to Summer Farmers’ Market

WHAT: Nassau County Legislators Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) are partnering with the Freeport-based Cedarmore Corporation to host their annual seasonal Farmers’ Market at the Baldwin LIRR station. The...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 11, 2022

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Sparkle on Stage to Freeport

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined the Freeport Chamber of Commerce and her colleagues in local government on Wednesday, July 6 to celebrate the grand opening of Sparkle on Stage in ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 11, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé and Judy Griffin Partner with Sani 2, Community Stakeholders to Host Clean-Up

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and New York State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin partnered with Sanitary District No. 2 to host a successful summer cleanup that drew dozens of volunteers to Baldwin’s ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 11, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé, Baldwin Fire Department Host Blood Drive

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) invites residents to donate blood at the Baldwin Fire Department, 2386 Grand Ave., Baldwin, from 2 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2022. Each donor will receive a vouch...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 27, 2022

Mulé, Baldwin Community Celebrate Official Renaming of ‘Caroline’s Pond’ in Baldwin

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) will join with Baldwin community leaders and the friends and loved ones of Caroline McCahon for a sign-unveiling ceremony to celebrate the official renaming of ‘Caroline&rs...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 27, 2022

Debra Mulé, Baldwin Community Celebrate Official Renaming of ‘Caroline’s Pond’ in Baldwin

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) will join with Baldwin community leaders and the friends and loved ones of Caroline McCahon for a sign-unveiling ceremony to celebrate the official renaming of ‘Caroline&rs...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 27, 2022

Mulé Presents Nassau County D.E.E.P. Award to Plaza Elementary School Graduates

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) had the privilege of presenting the Nassau County D.E.E.P. Award to Plaza Elementary School graduates Heaven Lion and Lucas Freed on Wednesday, June 22. The D.E.E.P. award is ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Leg Debra Mulé, Baldwin Historical Society Celebrate Unveiling of Refurbished Nunley’s Golf Ball

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Baldwin Historical Society on Saturday, June 18 to celebrate the return of the iconic Nunley’s Golf Ball sign to Baldwin. Following a yearlong restoration...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Mulé, Assemblywoman Judy Griffin Host Summertime Clean-Up of Baldwin’s Lofts Pond Park

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and New York State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin are inviting residents, park lovers and environmentalists to join them in giving Baldwin’s Lofts Pond Park some summertime TLC dur...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Legislators Introduce Proposal to Include Fentanyl Detection Test Strips in Narcan Kits

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Flanked by community leaders and recovery advocates on the front steps of the Theodore Roosevelt Executive & Legislative Building, Nassau County Legislators Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) and...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 20, 2022

“Composting with Cornell” in Baldwin

egislator Mulé Partners with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County to Host “Composting with Cornell” in Baldwin

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Gardening enthusiasts joined Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freep...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 7, 2022

Legislator Mulé Supports ‘Hometown Heroes’ Fundraiser at BrewSA

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) supported Mission Helping Hands’ “Hometown Heroes” fundraiser on Saturday, May 21 at BrewSA Brewing Company in Freeport. Proceeds from the event...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 7, 2022

Legislator Mulé Distributes COVID-19 Tests in Freeport, Baldwin

(FREEPORT and BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) recently visited Freeport’s Gala Foods supermarket and Baldwin’s GalaFresh Farms supermarket to distribute COVID-19 home testing kits. &ld...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 3, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screening Event in Freeport

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the mammography van to Freeport on Wednesday, June 8. Women over the age of 40 who have not had a mammography within a year or longer will b...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 2, 2022

Mulé Host Free Car Seat Safety Checks at Merrick Library

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Police Department and Nassau County’s Department of Traffic Safety to provide free Child Car Seat Safety Checks at the Merrick Library on Tu...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 2, 2022

Mulé Commemorates Memorial Day in Legislative District 5

(BALDWIN, FREEPORT and SOUTH HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) – In communities across the Fifth Legislative District, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined local veterans, community members, law enforcement personnel, first respon...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 29, 2022

Legislator Mulé Joins Freeport Residents for Earth Day Community Cleanup at the Brookside Preserve

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) – In observance of Earth Day, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and Assemblywoman Judy Griffin joined Freeport residents and 20 volunteers from the Freeport Green Army on Saturday, April 23 at the Fre...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: March 25, 2022

Legislator Debra Mulé Honors Jackie Brown, Owner of Emile’s Candies in Oceanside

(OCEANSIDE, N.Y.) - In recognition of March as Women’s History Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) honored Jackie Brown, owner of Emile's Candies in Oceanside.

Emile’s Candies has been in busine...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: March 2, 2022

Legislator Mulé Honors Baldwin Senior High School Teacher and Coach Darius Burton

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - In recognition of February as Black History Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) honored Baldwin Senior High School physical education teacher and coach Darius Burton in recognition of his accomplishments...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: December 1, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Celebrates Hanukkah in Baldwin

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) had the privilege of joining the Baldwin community on Sunday, Nov. 28 to light the menorah at the Baldwin LIRR station on the first night of Hanukkah. Rabbi Royi Shaffin of th...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: November 15, 2021

Mulé Commemorates Veterans Day with Freeport’s American Legion William Clinton Story Post 342

(FREEPORT and BALDWIN, N.Y.) - In observance of Veterans Day, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) proudly joined with the members of Freeport’s William Clinton Story Post 342 (right photo) and Baldwin’s Americ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: November 8, 2021

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Franky Jorge to Helm of Baldwin Chamber

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Nov. 4 to celebrate the swearing-in of Franky Jorge, manager of Baldwin’s Gala Fresh Farms supermarket, as Presid...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: November 8, 2021

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Halfway Down to Freeport Chamber

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) recently welcomed the Nautical Mile’s Halfway Down restaurant to the Freeport Chamber of Commerce. During her Thursday, Oct. 28 visit, Legislator Mulé pr...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: November 1, 2021

Mulé Honors Freeport, Baldwin Businesspersons of the Year

(WOODBURY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce on Friday, Oct. 29 for their annual breakfast meeting. During the gathering, Legislator Mulé presented Nassau Cou...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 15, 2021

Legislator Mulé Hosts “Starry Skies Over District Five” Webinar

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with Hofstra University Research Astronomer Dr. Donald Lubowich to host “Starry Skies Over District Five,” a Wednesday, Oct. 6 Zoom webinar gear...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 14, 2021

Mulé, Freeport Memorial Library Commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month with Spanish-Language Webinar

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with the Freeport Memorial Library to host a Spanish-language webinar on Friday, Oct. 8 focused on raising awareness about important community resources that are av...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 6, 2021

Mulé Recognizes Bethel A.M.E. Church’s Rev. Stephen Michael Lewis for 10 Yrs of Pastoral Leadership

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) had the privilege of visiting Freeport’s Bethel A.M.E. Church on Sunday, Sept. 26 to celebrate Reverend Stephen Michael Lewis as he reached 10 years of pastoral lea...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 6, 2021

Mulé Celebrates New Hofstra President Dr. Susan Poser

(HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) attended the Saturday, Oct. 1 inauguration of Hofstra University’s ninth President, Dr. Susan Poser. “As a former President of the Freeport Board of Educ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 6, 2021

Mulé Honors Freeport FD at Promotion Ceremony

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined the members and leaders of the Freeport Volunteer Fire Department at their 2021 Promotion Ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 26. “When a crisis is...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 5, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Invites Residents to Attend “Starry Skies Over District Five”

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with Dr. Donald Lubowich, research astronomer at Hofstra University to teach residents about stars, constellations, and astronomy during her upcoming ‘Starry Skie...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: October 4, 2021

Legislator Mulé Celebrates Return of Grand Baldwin Festival

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mule (D – Freeport) joined residents at the second annual Grand Baldwin Festival on Saturday, Sept. 25. Organized by the Community Coalition of Baldwin, the event featured an array of ve...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 29, 2021

Mulé, and Curran Host Free Car Seat Safety Checks at Baldwin LIRR Station

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - In observance of Child Passenger Safety Week, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, the Nassau County Police Department, Nassau County’s Department of...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 29, 2021

Mulé Invites Residents to Discard Medications, Documents and Electronics at Sani 2 Disposal Event

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is once again co-sponsoring Sanitary District No. 2’s upcoming one-stop Operation Shed-The-Meds, document shredding and E-cycling drop-off day.

From 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 20, 2021

Mulé, Executive Curran Honor Baldwin Fire Department at 125th Inspection & Installation Dinner

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Baldwin) joined Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and the members and leaders of the Baldwin Fire Department at the Coral House on Saturday, Sept. 18 for the Department’s 1...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: September 20, 2021

Legislator Mulé Hosts Free Car Seat Safety Checks

WHAT: To ensure that children ride safely this fall and all year long, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with the Nassau County Police Department and Nassau County’s Department of Traffic Safety to provi...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 30, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Welcomes Caribbean Island Restaurant & Bar to Freeport’s Nautical Mile

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined her colleagues in government and the Freeport Chamber of Commerce on Friday, Aug. 20 to celebrate the grand opening of Caribbean Island Restaurant & Bar....

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 27, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Visits Hewlett House

(HEWLETT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) had the pleasure of visiting Hewlett House Executive Director and Fifth Legislative District resident Geri Barish at the renowned community center on Friday, Aug. 20. &ldq...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 27, 2021

Legislator Mulé Welcomes Mega Wash to Freeport Chamber

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) welcomed Mega Wash as the newest member of the Freeport Chamber of Commerce as she presented the owners with a Nassau County Legislature Citation on Tuesday, Aug. 17. &ld...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 25, 2021

Mulé Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the return of in-person Property Tax Exemption Workshops for Fifth Legislative District residents. During the wo...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 24, 2021

Mulé Joins Community Affairs Division of Freeport Police Department for “Bridging the Gap Field Day”

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined her collogues in government and community stakeholders at Freeport’s Northeast Park on Saturday, Aug. 21 for the “Bridging the Gap&rd...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 16, 2021

Legislator Mulé Celebrates Baldwin FD’s 125th Anniversary

(BALWDIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) proudly joined the Baldwin Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday, Aug. 14 as it celebrated its 125th anniversary. That morning, the department held an anniversary drill and Ne...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 16, 2021

Legis. Mulé Welcomes Naval Academy Midshipmen Cadets to Freeport

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined New York State Assembly Member Judy Griffin and Freeport Village officials in welcoming midshipmen cadets from the U.S. Naval Academy’s Squadron Training Pro...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 11, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Partners with NuHealth to Bring NUMC “Mammovan” to Baldwin Historical Museum

 

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with NuHealth to bring the Nassau University Medical Center’s “Mammovan” to the Baldwin Historical Museum on Wednesd...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 11, 2021

Mulé, Freeport Chamber Recognize Hewlett House Executive Director Geri Barish for Community Service

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Freeport Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Aug. 10 for the organization’s monthly meeting, which featured Hewlett House Executive Director and Fifth Legisl...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 11, 2021

LETTER TO THE EDITOR from NASSAU LEGISLATOR DEBRA MULE - Add Your Vision to Nassau’s Shared Mobility

DEAR EDITOR:

During the next year, Nassau County will be developing a Shared Mobility Plan as part of its commitment to improving transportation options for residents, workers, students and visitors.

As a member of the Nassau County Legislature’s ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 9, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Celebrates National Night Out at Cow Meadow Park in Freeport

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined with community partners to host Freeport’s 38th annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, August 2. Legislator Mulé was joined b...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: August 2, 2021

Legislator Mulé Recognizes Oceanside, South Hempstead Firefighters for Service During Pandemic

(OCEANSIDE and SOUTH HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Since March 2020, members of the Oceanside and South Hempstead Fire Departments have continued to selflessly serve and protect the public at great personal risk amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a token of her unwaver...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 27, 2021

Legislator Mulé Hosts Blood Drive at Baldwin’s Coral House

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) partnered with the Coral House to host a summer blood drive in support of the New York Blood Center on Thursday, July 22. Legislator Mulé was one of the 23 resident...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 27, 2021

Legislator Mulé Joins Assembly Member Judy Griffin’s Women of Distinction Celebration

(ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) was delighted to join New York State Assembly Member Judy Griffin’s celebration of Assembly District 21’s women of distinction on Thursday, July 2...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 22, 2021

Mulé Spreads the Word about the Boost Nassau Resource Center in Baldwin Business Community

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) visited Baldwin business owners on Saturday, July 17 to spread the word about the opportunities that are available through the Boost Nassau Resource Center. During her visits ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 21, 2021

Legislator Mulé Stands with Advocates for Cuban Liberation

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Amidst global protests by supporters of the Cuban people and their renewed demands to be liberated from autocratic rule, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined community leaders, advocates and government co...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 20, 2021

Abrahams and Mulé, Cedarmore Corporation Invite Residents to Summer Farmers’ Market at Baldwin LIRR

WHAT: Nassau County Legislators Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) and Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) are partnering with the Freeport-based Cedarmore Corporation to host their annual seasonal Farmers’ Market at the Baldwin LIRR station. The market is scheduled ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 19, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé, Coral House Host Blood Drive

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - What could possibly make saving three lives in one afternoon even sweeter? Getting Girl Scout cookies for donating blood. 

Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) invites residents to donate blood at the Cor...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 19, 2021

Legislator Mulé Joins Baldwin Civic Association for Summer Arts Festival

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Baldwin Civic Association at the Baldwin Community Garden on Saturday, July 17 for their annual Summer Arts Festival. Presented in partnership with the Baldwin Public Library ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 19, 2021

Legislator Mulé Welcomes SuperFresh Market to Baldwin

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) proudly joined the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and her partners in government to celebrate the official grand opening of the SuperFresh market during a Fri...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 14, 2021

Mulé, Freeport Memorial Public Library Spotlight ‘The History of Freeport’s Waterfront’

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and the Freeport Memorial Public Library joining forces to host “The History of Freeport’s Waterfront” - a Facebook Live webinar presented on Tuesday, June ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: July 12, 2021

Legislator Mulé Attends South Hempstead Fire Department’s 116th Annual Installation Dinner

(JERICHO, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the members of the South Hempstead Fire Department and her colleagues in government at the Milleridge Inn on Monday, June 28 to honor recently installed Chief Bryant Ca...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 30, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Attended Baldwin Fire Department Hook and Ladder Company One, 206 Dedication

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D-Freeport) proudly joined the Baldwin Fire Department and her colleagues in government to dedicate Fire Engine 206 on Sunday, June 27. As part of its christening, the state-of-th...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 30, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé, South Shore Audubon Society Host ‘Birds of the South Shore’ Webinar

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined forces with the South Shore Audubon Society for “Birds of the South Shore,” a Wednesday, June 16 virtual forum that aired live on Legislator Mule&a...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 22, 2021

Legislator Mulé Hosts Virtual ‘Juneteenth’ Panel Discussion

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) commemorated Juneteenth in Nassau County by hosting a special virtual forum about America’s newest federal holiday on Tuesday, June 15. 

Juneteenth is the o...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 15, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Honors Troop 824’s Newest Eagle Scouts

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) attended Scouts BSA Troop 824’s Eagle Court of Honor at the St. Christopher’s School in Baldwin on Sunday, June 13, where she presented Nassau County Citat...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 14, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Commemorates LGBTQ+ Pride Month

(EAST MEADOW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) commemorated LGBTQ+ Pride Month on Sunday, June 13, where she joined the LGBT Network for its “Long Island Pride - Together Again” concert and festival...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Mulé Celebrates Nassau’s Fire Marshals at Awards Ceremony

(HICKSVILLE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and her colleagues in government at the Office of the Fire Marshal’s annual staff awards ceremony on Friday, June 4. H...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 1, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Commemorates Memorial Day in Freeport

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined community leaders and her colleagues in government to commemorate Memorial Day in Freeport on Monday, May 31. After marching from Freeport High School to outside the F...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 1, 2021

Legislator Mulé Attends South Hempstead FD Memorial Day Observances

(SOUTH HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined community leaders and her colleagues in government for the South Hempstead Fire Department’s Memorial Day observances on Sunday, May 30. Upon the conc...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: June 1, 2021

Legislator Mulé Thanks Northwell for Beautifying Veterans’ Memorial Plaza at Silver Lake Park

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Ahead of Memorial Day observances, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) thanked a specially trained team of volunteers from Northwell Health for their efforts on Thursday, May 27 to beautify the monuments that co...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 28, 2021

Mulé Commemorates Grand Opening of Luis G. Alvarez Memorial Park in Oceanside

(OCEANSIDE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Alvarez family, Oceanside community leaders, and her colleagues in government to celebrate the grand opening of Luis G. Alvarez Memorial Park on Tuesday, May 25.&...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 28, 2021

Mulé Joins South Hempstead Community to Rename Road in Honor of FDNY Member Henry Hinton

(SOUTH HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the South Hempstead community, the Hinton family and her colleagues in local government on Saturday, May 22 to commemorate the ceremonial renaming of Irene Street in South...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 26, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Supports Sani 2 Disposal Event

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) visited Sanitary District No. 2’s Grand Avenue garage and office in Baldwin on Saturday, May 22 for their one-stop Operation Shed-The-Meds, document shredding and E-...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 21, 2021

Curran, Mulé, and Office of Asian American Affairs Present ‘Connecting Communities'

WHAT - In commemoration of May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month,  Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Farrah Mozawalla, Executive Director ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 21, 2021

Mulé Congratulates Julius and Joysetta Pearse - New Namesakes of African American Museum

(HEMPSTEAD, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and her government colleagues to celebrate the renaming of the African American Museum of Nassau County in honor of Joysetta and ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 20, 2021

Mulé Honors Tom Schule for Feeding Thousands of Hospital Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) presented a Nassau County Citation to Lynbrook resident Tom Schule, co-owner of Freeport’s Halfway Down restaurant, in recognition of his tireless efforts to feed h...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 20, 2021

Mulé Congratulates Theresa Duran for Becoming Regent of New York State Catholic Daughters of America

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) congratulated longtime friend and fellow Freeport resident Theresa Duran for being named the Regent for New York State Catholic Daughters of the Americas on Wednesday, May 19...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 18, 2021

Mulé Invites Residents to Securely Discard Medications, Documents and Electronics at Upcoming Event

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is once again co-sponsoring Sanitary District No. 2’s upcoming one-stop Operation Shed-The-Meds, document shredding and E-cycling drop-off day.

From 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturda...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 13, 2021

Mulé Applauds Approval of Key Contracts for Grand Avenue ‘Complete Streets’ Project in Baldwin

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) applauded her colleagues on the Nassau County Legislature’s Rules committee for approving on Monday, May 10 two contracts related to the Grand Avenue “Comp...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Legislator Mulé Congratulates Nassau’s Newest Correction Officers

(UNIONDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) congratulated the 21 new Nassau County correction officers who were sworn in during a ceremony at the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Saturday, May 1. Legislator Mulé...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Legislator Mulé Supports Island Harvest’s ‘Spring Harvest’ Food Drive

(OCEANSIDE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) was part of a bipartisan coalition of her colleagues in government who lent their support to Island Harvest’s inaugural Spring Harvest food drive on Friday, April ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: May 6, 2021

Legislator Mulé Joins Freeport Community’s 12th Annual Peace March

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined the Freeport community for its 12th annual Peace March on Saturday, May 1. Legislator Mule joined yellow-clad participants in a march from Freeport High School east on...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 29, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Attends Freeport Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Photo Provided by Legislator Mulé Office

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) joined her colleagues in government on Friday, April 23 to celebrate the grand opening of the Freeport Chamber of...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 27, 2021

Learn How to Save a Life at Upcoming Virtual Narcan Training -Hosted by Legislator Debra Mulé

WHAT: Equip yourself with the knowledge that may one day empower you to save a person’s life. Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport), in partnership with the Nassau County Department of Human Services, is scheduled to host...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 26, 2021

Legislator Mulé’s Office Presents ‘Budgeting 101’ Webinar

WHAT: In observance of April as Financial Literacy Month, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) is partnering with Nassau County’s Office of Minority Affairs (OMA) to present a ‘Budgeting 101’ webinar ...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 26, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Applauds County for Securing $1.75M in Aid for Silver Lake Park Improvements

Legislator Debra Mulé Applauds County for Securing $1.75M in State Aid for Silver Lake Park Drainage Improvements

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) thanked her colleagues on the Legislature&rsquo...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 16, 2021

Legislator Mulé Co-Sponsors Earth Day Clean-Up of Baldwin’s Silver Lake Park

WHAT - Ahead of Earth Day 2021, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) invites residents, park lovers and environmentalists to join her in giving Baldwin’s Silver Lake Park a little TLC during an upcoming community clean-u...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 16, 2021

Mulé Hosts Earth Day Clean-Up of Freeport’s Brookside Preserve

WHAT - Ahead of Earth Day 2021, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) and Assembly Member Judy Griffin invite residents, park lovers and environmentalists to join her in giving Freeport’s Brookside Preserve some springtim...

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Legislative District 05
Posted on: April 15, 2021

Mulé Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings at the Baldwin Historical Society

 WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D – Freeport) in partnership with NuHealth to bring its mammography van to the Baldwin Historical Society parking lot on Wednesday, April 21. Free mammograms will be made available ...

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Posted on: April 13, 2021

Mulé Applauds County for Securing $1.75M in State Aid for Silver Lake Park Drainage Improvements

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) thanked her colleagues on the Legislature’s Rules committee for clearing the way to lock in nearly $1.75 million in state aid for vital drainage improvements for Bal...

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Posted on: March 5, 2021

Legislator Debra Mulé Featured on ‘Long Island Main Street News

(FREEPORT, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé (D - Freeport) joined Eric Alexander, Executive Director of Vision Long Island and Founder of the Long Island Main Street Alliance for a recent “LI Main Street News” fea...

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News Flash

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Scam Awareness Meeting

Tuesday, JUNE 27, 2023  -  1:00 PM

MALVERNE PUBLIC Library – 61 St. Thomas Pl., Malverne

 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor, the NCPD Community Affairs Dept., the Nassau County Office of Crime Victim Advocate, the Nas...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 2023 – 6:00 PM

American Legion Post #44 – 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, i...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Joins Molloy University Unity Through Diversity Celebration

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Rockville Centre, NY - Legislator C. William Gaylor recently attended Molloy University’s 4th Annual Unity Through Diversity, an event celebrating all abilities in the arts. Each year, The Rebecca Center for Music Therapy at Molloy University (T...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Helps Appoint New NCPD Chaplain

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Garden City, NY - Legislator C. William Gaylor recently joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman and NCPD Commissioner Patrick Ryder during a ceremony appointing Rashid Khan as Nassau County Police Department Chaplain. The appointment marks an historic mome...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 26, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 6th Legislative District

 Wednesday, May 17, 2023 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •

American Legion Post #44 – 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne

 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 19, 2023

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS CHECK TO LYNBROOK FIRE DEPT. FOR PERSONAL ESCAPE SYSTEMS AND TABLETS

Back row (from left to right): Trustee Robert Boccio, Trustee Ann Marie Reardon, Deputy Mayor Michael Hawxhurst, 1st Assistant Chief Scott Bien and 3rd Assistant Chief James DiGiambattista.

Lynbrook, NY—On April 17th, Nassau County Legislator Bi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 12, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Presents Check to Valley Stream for Fire Department Ventilation Fans

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Valley Stream, NY—On April 10th, Legislator Bill Gaylor presented a check to the Village of Valley Stream for the amount of $10,500 for the purchase of two Quickee 20" High Flow Jet PPV ventilation fans for the Valley Stream Fire Department...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Honors Lynbrook Eagle Scouts

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East Rockaway, NY—On March 12th, Legislator Bill Gaylor attended a Court of Honor Ceremony for Boy Scout Troop 332. Two Scouts, Kevin Kelly and Harrison Wells Dengel, both from Lynbrook, were promoted to the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout at ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Attends Cub Scout Pack 367 Blue & Gold Ceremony

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Valley Stream, NY—On March 4th, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor attended the Blue and Gold Ceremony for Cub Scout Pack 367.  Seven Cub Scouts received the Arrow of Light, the highest rank in Cub Scouts. There ceremony was held at H...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors West Hempstead Twins for Black History Month

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature held their Black History Month celebration. The Majority Caucus selected as their honorees, West Hempstead High School seniors and twins Gloria and Victoria Guerrier, who are both at t...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Legislator Gaylor, Valley Stream Village, and Holy Name of Mary Church Food Drive

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Valley Stream, NY — Due to the increase in inflation and food insecurity around the County, Legislator Bill Gaylor teamed up with Valley Stream Village Mayor Edwin Fare, village officials and Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church to hold a two...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Legislator Gaylor, County Executive Blakeman, and Local Veterans Collect Valentines for Vets

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Mineola, NY — In preparation for Valentine’s Day, Legislator Bill Gaylor, County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Veterans Service Agency Director Ralph Esposito and local veterans gathered to collect valentines for veterans made by school ch...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: February 3, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Celebrates Groundhog Day

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Malverne, NY— On February 2nd, Legislator Bill Gaylor attended the 28th annual Groundhog Day festivities at Crossroads farm At Grossmans in Malverne. Malverne is home to a famous groundhog, Malverne Mel, that annually predicts the future weather...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 31, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Joins with Village of Valley Stream and Holy Name of Mary Church for Food Drive

Valley Stream, NY—Due to the constant threat of food insecurity, and the rise of cost of food due to inflation, Legislator Bill Gaylor has joined with the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream and Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church to host ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Attends Street Renaming in Malverne

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Malverne, NY—On January 26th, Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with the Malverne Village Board, Town of Hempstead Officials, community leaders and students to attend the renaming of Lindner Place in Malverne to Acorn Way. The renaming came about af...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Legislator Gaylor Honors Valley Stream Eagle Scout

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Valley Stream, NY—On January 22nd, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor attended an Eagle Scout Award Ceremony for Eagle Scout Troop 109. Eagle Scout Isaiah Combs was promoted to the distinguished rank at the American Legion Post 854 in Valley S...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Attends Ribbon Cutting Celebration in Valley Stream

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor helped cut the ribbon for the re-opening of a newly renovated Dunkin’ franchise in Valley Stream. During the ceremony, Gaylor assisted in presenting The Jamaica YMCA with a check from the Dunkin’ Jo...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 6th Legislative District

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of Assessme...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Honors Detectives Who Busted Catalytic Converter Ring

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On Monday, December 19th, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with his colleagues on the Nassau County Legislature to honor two Nassau County Police Department Detectives who busted a county-wide Catalytic Converter ring as Top Cops for December 2...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Presents CRP Money to the Village of Lynbrook Department of Public Works

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor presented a check for Community Revitalization Program (CRP) funds to the village of Lynbrook. The funds are to allow for the village Department of Public Works to purchase a new dump truck. The money, which comes from...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: November 16, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Attends Malverne Fire Department Memorial Service

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor recently joined with the Village of Malverne Fire Department at their annual memorial service to honor the members who have lost their lives. The ceremony took place at the Fireman’s Memorial Park on Broadway...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 24, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Attends Lynbrook Fire Department Memorial Service

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with the Village of Lynbrook Fire Department, and Village officials at their annual memorial service on October 16th to honor the members who have lost their lives. The ceremony took place at the Firefighter&...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 13, 2022

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 6th Legislative District

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Thursday, November 10, 2022, • 8:30 AM to 12:00 NoonAmerican Legion Post #44 (parking lot) – 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor is hosting the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammog...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 4, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Attends Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Hewlett

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On October 1st, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor helped cut the ribbon for the grand re-opening of Ay! Caramba!/Bagelo Mexican restaurant on Broadway in Hewlett.Legislator Gaylor was joined by members of the Hewlett-Woodmere Business Association, Town...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Helps Distribute Payments to Local Veteran Groups

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Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Legislator Steve Rhoads, Comptroller Elaine Philips, and veterans from all over the County at the Lynbrook VFW, to distribute $10,000 payments to 25 local veteran organizations. The money...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Legislator Gaylor attends September 11th Memorial Ceremony

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Legislator Howard Kopel, Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray and Rockville Centre residents to remember the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. The Memorial was held at the Rockvi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Medicare Made Clear

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 20226:00 PM to 7:00 PMLynbrook Public Library - 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, is designed for those who will soon be enroll...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Nassau Legislature Honors Top Detectives for September 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Detectives from the Third Squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have seve...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Legislator Gaylor Honors Valley Stream Artist Yuliya Lobach

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Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Valley Stream village elected officials and the Valley Stream Historical Society to honor local Valley Stream artist Yuliya Lobach at her art show at the Pagan Fletcher Restoration in Valley Stream. The sho...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 14, 2022

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR CELEBRATES 99TH BIRTHDAY OF LYNBROOK WWII VETERAN

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Town of Hempstead and Lynbrook Village officials to celebrate the 99th birthday of Paul Pette, a longtime Lynbrook resident and World War II Veteran. Legislator Gaylor presented a Citation to Mr. Pette and ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 14, 2022

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR ATTENDS GRAND OPENING RIBBON CUTTING CELEBRATION IN LYNBROOK

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor helped cut the ribbon for the opening of a new business, Body & Beauty by Imma on Rockaway Avenue in Lynbrook.  He was joined by Lynbrook Village representatives, Chamber of Commerce members, Town of Hemps...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 6, 2022

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE PROGRAM IS COMING TO VALLEY STREAM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMValley Stream State Park – Fletcher Avenue, Valley Stream

Legislator Bill Gaylor is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste C...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR BILL GAYLOR’S 2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMValley Stream VFW Post 1790 – 65 E. Merrick Rd., Valley Stream

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH – 1:00 PM TO...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 10, 2022

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HONORS DETECTIVES WHO SOLVED 50 YEAR OLD COLD CASE

Legislator Bill Gaylor and the Nassau County Legislature honored three Nassau County Police Department Detectives as Top Cops for August 2022. The three detectives: Daniel Finn, Gina Salerno and the late Patrick Bellotti, helped solve a 1968 Cold Case of ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 21, 2022

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR DISTRIBUTES AT-HOME COVID TESTS TO ROCKVILLE CENTRE POLICE AND FIRE CHIEFS

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor delivered boxes of at-home COVID tests to the Rockville Centre Police and Fire Departments at Rockville Centre Village Hall on January 13th. The individual test boxes contain two tests per box.

"Throughout the pand...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 11, 2022

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR DELIVERS AT-HOME COVID TESTS TO LYNBROOK FIREFIGHTERS AND POLICE

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach at the Lynbrook Fire Department Headquarters on Carpenter Avenue to deliver at-home COVID tests to the firefighters in the village. The individual boxes contain two tests per box.

L...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: January 11, 2022

GAYLOR SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS LEGISLATOR

On Monday, January 10th, Bill Gaylor was sworn in for a new term in the Nassau County Legislature for the 14th Legislative Session covering 2022-2023.

Former Congressman Peter King administered the oath of office to the Majority Caucus of the Legislature a...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: December 28, 2021

VIRTUAL PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT GRIEVANCE WORKSHOPS

 

Thursday February 3, 2022 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm

Wednesday February 16, 2022 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

www.nassaucountyny.gov/ld6 

Legislator Bill Gaylor is hosting two 2022 Virtual Property Tax A...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 6, 2021

GAYLOR IS BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 6TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 • 8:15 AM to 11:45 AM A.J. Hendrickson Pool Parking Lot - 123 W. Merrick Rd., Valley Stream

Legislator Bill Gaylor is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van to visit our neighbo...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 6, 2021

GAYLOR’S TELEPHONE OFFICE HOURS Thursday, October 28, 2021 – 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor is hosting a Telephone Office Hours event to address residents’ questions and concerns about County related issues. To participate and make your voice heard, please call Legislator Gaylor at 516-571-6206 on T...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 6, 2021

GAYLOR JOINS TOWN AND VILLAGE OFFICIALS FOR NATIONAL LIBRARY CARD SIGN UP MONTH

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Town Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll, Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach, Trustees Michael Hawxhurst, Laura Ryder and Rob Boccio, Library Director Robyn Gilloon and Assistant Dir...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 28, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HOSTS “TRAIN YOUR BRAIN” WORKSHOP IN LYNBROOK

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor co-hosted the Train Your Brain program with the Nassau County Alzheimer's and Dementia Center at the Lynbrook Public Library. The program informs seniors and those caring for dementia patients of what services...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 21, 2021

CROSSROADS FARM IN MALVERNE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS AS NASSAU’S PREMIER ORGANIC FARM

Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with other elected officials on September 10th to celebrate Crossroads Farm at Grossman’s in Malverne’s 10-year anniversary as Nassau’s premier organic, volunteer run community farm. The celebrat...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 17, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR AND NASSAU PBA HAND OUT BACKPACKS TO STUDENTS IN VALLEY STREAM

On Wednesday, September 15th, Legislator Bill Gaylor partnered with the Nassau County PBA to hand out backpacks and supplies to students at Wheeler Avenue Elementary School in Valley Stream. 

“It was a pleasure handing out backpacks to t...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 1, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE PROGRAM IS COMING TO VALLEY STREAM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Valley Stream State Park – Fletcher Avenue, Valley Stream

 

Legislator Bill Gaylor is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardo...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 1, 2021

GAYLOR AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN TRAINING SESSION

   • Wednesday, September 22, 2021 • 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM •

Lynbrook Public Library – 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook

 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and the Long Island Alzheimer&rs...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 1, 2021

2021 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS SEMINARS

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 – 7:00 PM TO 9:00 PM

Lynbrook Public Library – 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook

 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 – 6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM

Malverne American Legion Post 44 – 250 Franklin Ave., Malver...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: September 1, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HELPS WELCOME GEICO TO LYNBROOK

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with other elected officials and Chamber of Commerce members for the ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the new GEICO Office in Lynbrook.

“I am thrilled to welcome GEICO to Lynbrook,&rdquo...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 31, 2021

GAYLOR AND CLERK KATE MURRAY HOST CHILD ID SAFETY PROGRAM IN LYNBROOK

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor cohosted a Child Safety ID Program with Town of Hempstead Clerk Kate Murray at the Lynbrook Library. As part of the Town of Hempstead’s Operation Safe Child, parents are provided with an identification card t...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 24, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HELPS TO AWARD MAYOR’S TROPHY AT VALLEY STREAM CAR SHOW

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Valley Stream Mayor Edwin Fare and Trustee John Tufarelli to help award the Mayor’s Trophy to the Best in Show at the Valley Stream Classic Car Show

The winner, selected by the Mayor, was a light y...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 23, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HONORS LOCAL VETERANS WHO GAVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Valley Stream Mayor Edwin Fare and Trustee Sean Wright at the Village of Valley Stream’s Weekly Car Show and Salute to Veterans to honor some of our local veterans who have worked to give back to ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 19, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE PINS TO DOCTORS, NURSES AND HEALTH CARE WORKERS

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel presented more than 1800 COVID-19 service pins to the doctors, nurses, and staff of Catholic Health’s Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre for their hard work and sacri...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 16, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR & TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD CLERK KATE MURRAY CO-HOST SAFE CHILD ID EVENT AT WESTWOOD PARK

 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined together with Town of Hempstead Clerk, Kate Murray to host a Safe Child ID event at Westwood Park in Malverne. As part of the Town of Hempstead’s Operation Safe Child, parents are provided wi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 16, 2021

RESTORED HISTORIC MARKER DEBUTS AT HEWLETT HOUSE

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined Hewlett House President Geri Barash, Nassau County Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello, Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, Town of Hempstead Councilman Bruce Blakeman, and members of Peninsula Kiwanis to unv...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 16, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS CITATIONS TO BOY SCOUT TROOP 109 IN VALLEY STREAM

Following a hiatus due to COVID, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor presents members of Boy Scout Troop 109 with citations for completing their Eagle Scout Award.

“It’s an honor to be able to congratulate these four young men for thei...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: August 5, 2021

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2021  6:30 PM to 8:00 PMLynbrook Public Library – 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook

Every day, at least one Long Islander dies from an opiate overdose. If you don’t think it can happen to someone...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 22, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN

   • Tuesday, August 17, 2021 • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM • 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center are hosting a virtual event to provide...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 22, 2021

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2021  6:30 PM to 8:00 PMMalverne American Legion – 250 Franklin Ave., Malverne 

Every day, at least one Long Islander dies from an opiate overdose. If you don’t think it can ha...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 22, 2021

The Town of Hempstead & Legislator Bill Gaylor Present the CHILD SAFETY ID PROGRAM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021  9:45 AM to 12:00 NoonWestwood Park – Foster Ave., Malverne

&

MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2021  9:45 AM to 12:00 NoonLynbrook Public Library – 56 Eldert St., ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: June 30, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSES BILL GIVING COMBAT VETERANS 5 DAYS OF PTO FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT

The Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a bill introduced earlier this month by Legislators Steve Rhoads and Bill Gaylor that will provide an additional 5 paid days off of paid-time-off (PTO) for combat veterans in the Nassau County government em...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: June 30, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO ROCKVILLE CENTRE FIRE DEPT.

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, joined with Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray to present members of the Rockville Centre Fire Department with Nassau County service bars for their courage and ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: June 29, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HONORS FUTURE NURSES

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Town of Hempstead Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, former State Senator Elaine Phillips and Rockville Centre American Legion Post 303 to honor several future nurses who have won scholarships under t...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: June 29, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO EAST ROCKAWAY FIRE DEPT.

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, joined with East Rockway Mayor Bruno Romano to present members of the East Rockway Fire Department with Nassau County service bars for their courage and extraordinary...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 26, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR ATTENDS GROUNDBREAKING EVENT AT NEW LYNBROOK STATE OF THE ART TRAINING CENTER

Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Village of Lynbrook Officials to attend the Daikin groundbreaking event in Lynbrook. The 10,000 square-foot state of the art training center is part of Daikin’s multi-million-dollar commitment to train the next...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 19, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO LYNBROOK POLICE

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with Town of Hempstead Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, and Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach to present the members of the Lynbrook Police Department with Nassau County service bars for their courage and extrao...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 13, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR HELPS CLEAN UP HEWLETT HOUSE

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor recently joined together with members of the Peninsula Kiwanis for their “Spring Cleanup” of Hewlett House.

Hewlett House is a circa 1740 historic property on East Rockaway Road that was home to the...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 13, 2021

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS AT LYNBROOK INTERSECTION

Earlier this month, Legislator Bill Gaylor joined Lynbrook Mayor Alan Beach, Rockville Centre Mayor Francis Murray, Deputy County Executive Brian Schneider, and Nassau County Department of Public Works Commissioner Ken Arnold to announce the beginning of ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: May 6, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR DELIVERS CRP MONEY TO LYNBROOK FOR 5 CORNERS STREETSCAPES PROJECT

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor delivered Community Revitalization Project (CRP) money to the Village of Lynbrook board for the streetscape and beautification of the “5 Corners”—the point in Lynbrook’s downtown...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 28, 2021

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, May 12, 2021  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts, one of them is educ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATORS GAYLOR AND KOPEL DELIVER CRP MONEY TO HEWLETT BAY FIRE DISTRICT FOR CHEST COMPRESSORS

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor recently joined Valley Stream village officials and environmental experts from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Together they attended Saturday’s Arbor Day Ceremony at Valley Stream’s Arthur J. Hendri...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 26, 2021

LEGISLATORS GAYLOR AND KOPEL DELIVER CRP MONEY TO HEWLETT BAY FIRE DISTRICT FOR CHEST COMPRESSORS

Legislator Bill Gaylor and Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel delivered a Community Revitalization Project (CRP) check on April 12th to the Hewlett Bay Fire District for $17,000. The money will go to purchase Lucas Mechanical CPR Chest Compression D...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 21, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR CELEBRATES NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK AT MALVERNE PUBLIC LIBRARY

 

In honor of National Library Week, Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor joined with other elected and library officials to honor the Malverne Public Library and their librarians.  

“Libraries are an important resource in our co...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT 

ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 06
Posted on: April 12, 2021

GAYLOR AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN

Thursday, May 6, 2021 • 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon

and

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

 

Nassau County Legislator Bill Gaylor and the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center as hosting a virtual event to provi...

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Legislative District 06

News Flash

Posted on: May 11, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to Bay Park

SUNDAY, JUNE 11, 2023 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Bay Park – First Ave., East Rockaway

 

Legislator Howard Kopel is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program (S.T.O.P.) is comin...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Legislators Team Up with Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign for Melanoma Awareness Month

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MINEOLA, NY – Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel was joined by, Legislators Mazi Melesa Pilip, Rose Marie Walker and Tom McKevitt, Deputy County Executive for Health & Human Services Anissa Moore, Dr. Irina Gelman, Commissioner of Health,...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 14, 2023

E-Cycling Begins With You!

North Woodmere E-cycle & shredding event

Sunday, May 7, 2023 - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

north woodmere Park – parking lot

Branch blvd., North Woodmere

 

Electronics waste is growing exponentially. To help preserve landfill space and ensure that hazardous...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 7th Legislative District

 

Nassau County Legislator Howard Kopel is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of Assessm...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 6, 2022

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to North Woodmere

STOP Hazardous

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2022 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PMNorth Woodmere Park – 750 Hungry Harbor Rd., North Woodmere

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Colle...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Legislature honors Nassau County Police Department "Top Cops" For September

On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the third squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Deputy Officer Kopel Attends September 11th Memorial Ceremony

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Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel joined with Legislator Bill Gaylor, Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray and Rockville Centre residents to remember the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. The Memorial was held at the Roc...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 6, 2022

E-CYCLING BEGINS WITH YOU!

NORTH WOODMERE E-CYCLE & SHREDDING EVENTSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2022  -  8:00 AM - 1:00 PMNORTH WOODMERE PARK750 HUNGRY HARBOR RD., NORTH WOODMERE

Electronics waste is growing exponentially. To help preserve landfill space and ensure th...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

DEPUTY PRESIDING OFFICER HOWARD KOPEL’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMValley Stream VFW Post 1790 – 65 E. Merrick Rd., Valley Stream

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH – 1:00 ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: January 11, 2022

KOPEL SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS LEGISLATOR

On Monday, January 10th, Howard Kopel was sworn in for a new term in the Nassau County Legislature for the 14th Legislative Session covering 2022-2023.

Former Congressman Peter King administered the oath of office to the Majority Caucus of the Legislature ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 6, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE PROGRAM IS COMING TO NORTH WOODMERE

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMNorth Woodmere Park – Branch Blvd., North Woodmere

Legislator Howard Kopel is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead’s Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 1, 2021

KOPEL IS HOSTING A “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG DROP OFF EVENT IN EAST ROCKAWAY

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 15, 2021 • 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

East Rockaway Senior Center - 6 James St. N, East Rockaway

  

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel and the Nassau County Police Department are hosting a “Shed the Meds&...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 1, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE PROGRAM IS COMING TO VALLEY STREAM

 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Valley Stream State Park – Fletcher Avenue, Valley Stream

 

Legislator Howard Kopel is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Polluta...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: September 1, 2021

KOPEL & COUNCILMAN D’ESPOSITO ARE BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN

   • THURSDAY, SEPT. 9, 2021 • 8:15 AM TO 12:00 NOON •

Town of Hempstead Parking Field (Across from Oceanside Library)

Davison Avenue, Oceanside, NY 11572

 

Nassau County Legislator Howard Kopel a...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: August 19, 2021

LEGISLATOR KOPEL PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE PINS TO DOCTORS, NURSES AND HEALTH CARE WORKERS

Nassau County Legislature Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel and Legislator Bill Gaylor presented more than 1800 COVID-19 service pins to the doctors, nurses, and staff of Catholic Health’s Mercy Hospital in Rockville Centre ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: August 16, 2021

RESTORED HISTORIC MARKER DEBUTS AT HEWLETT HOUSE

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel joined with Legislator Bill Gaylor, Nassau County Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello, Town Councilman Bruce Blakeman, Hewlett House Director Geri Barash and members of the Peninsula Kiwanis to debut a restored ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: July 7, 2021

LEGISLATOR KOPEL & COUNCILMAN D’ESPOSITO ARE BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 7TH

LEGISLATOR KOPEL & COUNCILMAN D’ESPOSITO ARE BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 7TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

• THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021 • 8:15 AM TO 12:00 NOON •

Town of Hempstead Parking Field (Across from Oceanside Library)

Davison ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: June 30, 2021

LEGISLATOR KOPEL PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO ROCKVILLE CENTRE FIRE DEPT.

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel and Legislator Bill Gaylor recently joined with Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray to present members of the Rockville Centre Fire Department with Nassau County service bars for their courage and extrao...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: June 29, 2021

LEGISLATOR GAYLOR PRESENTS COVID-19 SERVICE BARS TO EAST ROCKAWAY FIRE DEPT.

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel and Legislator Bill Gaylor, joined with East Rockway Mayor Bruno Romano to present members of the East Rockway Fire Department with Nassau County service bars for their courage and extraordinary dedication du...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: May 26, 2021

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE COLLECTION PROGRAM COMING TO BAY PARK

SUNDAY, JUNE 13, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMBay Park – First Ave., East Rockaway

 

Legislator Howard Kopel is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Program...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 26, 2021

LEGISLATORS KOPEL AND GAYLOR DELIVER CRP MONEY TO HEWLETT BAY FIRE DISTRICT FOR CHEST COMPRESSORS

Deputy Presiding Officer Howard J. Kopel and Legislator Bill Gaylor delivered a Community Revitalization Project (CRP) check on April 12th to the Hewlett Bay Fire District for $17,000. The money will go to purchase Lucas Mechanical CPR Chest Compression D...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT 

ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 07
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATOR KOPEL AND OTHER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN VIRTUAL SESSIONS

 Tuesday, April 27, 2021 • 12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM •

 

Nassau County Legislator Howard J. Kopel and the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center as hosting a virtual event to provide important brain...

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Legislative District 07

News Flash

Posted on: May 25, 2023

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2023 • 3:30 PM

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM

FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2023   •  3:30 PM

Franklin Square Public Library

19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square

 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

 

Nassau County has been addressi...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: April 12, 2023

Legislator Gaylor & Assemblyman Ra Host "Medicare Made Clear" Community Forum

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Franklin Square, NY—On April 11, Legislator John Giuffré and Assemblyman Ed Ra hosted a Medicare Made Clear event at Franklin Square Public Library. The program was led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance sp...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 6, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 8th Legislative District

 Wednesday, April 12, 2023 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •

Echo Park (parking lot) - 399 Nassau Blvd., West Hempstead

 

Legislator John Giuffré is hosting the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile M...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 6, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

TUESDAY, APRIL 11, 2023 - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Franklin Square Public Library - 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, ...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors West Hempstead Twins for Black History Month

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature held their Black History Month celebration. The Majority Caucus selected as their honorees, West Hempstead High School seniors and twins Gloria and Victoria Guerrier, who are both at t...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Legislator Giuffre Attends Dome Lighting for Holocaust Remembrance Day

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Mineola, NY— On January 25th, Legislator John Giuffré joined with County Executive Bruce Blakeman, County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Legislators Mazi Melesa Pilip and Arnold Drucker and Jewish faith leaders from around the county to...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Legislator Giuffre Has Safety Lighting Installed at West Hempstead Temple

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West Hempstead, NY— On January 5th, Nassau County Legislator John J. Giuffrè assisted in the unveiling of newly-installed advanced rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB). These RRFBs were installed in front of the Temple of Young I...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 8th Legislative District

 

Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-202...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 27, 2022

Giuffre, Miller, and Ra Work to Get Franklin Square Pothole Filled

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Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré, working together with Hempstead Town Councilwoman Melissa “Missy” Miller, the Hempstead Highway Department and New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra have gotten the huge pothole on Lincoln R...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 26, 2022

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is coming to the 8th Legislative District

Monday, October 24, 2022 • 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Echo Park (parking lot) - 399 Nassau Blvd., West Hempstead

Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré is hosting the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van to ...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 26, 2022

Giuffre Announces Food Drive Results

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Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré joined with Island Harvest and PSEG Long Island at their warehouse in Melville to announce the results of their massively successful Power to Feed Long Island Food Drive. The original goal was for 30,000 me...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 21, 2022

GIUFFRÉ AND RA HOST MEDICARE MADE CLEAR EVENT IN FRANKLIN SQUARE

Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré and New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra hosted a Medicare Made Clear event at Franklin Square Public Library.

The program was led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for th...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for September

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On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Police Officers and two Narcotics Vice Squad Detectives as Legislative Top Cops for September 2022, for their quick and heroic actions in stopping a victim from being murdered by an MS-13 gang i...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: September 15, 2022

GIUFFRÉ AND ASSEMBLYMAN RA HOST OPIOID OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR

Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré and Assemblyman Ed Ra recently hosted an opioid overdose training seminar at the Franklin Square Library for community members to teach them how to identify the signs of an overdose, how to prevent it, and ...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR JOHN GIUFFRÈ’S 2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMHillside Public Library – 155 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH – ...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: August 15, 2022

OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2022  •  7:00 PM - 8:30 PMFRANKLIN SQUARE PUBLIC LIBRARY19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on mul...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: August 15, 2022

Medicare MADE CLEAR! Learn the A B C D’s of Medicare Coverage

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 20226:00 PM to 7:00 PMFRANKLIN SQUARE PUBLIC LIBRARY19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, is designed for those who wil...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 08
Posted on: January 11, 2022

GIUFFRÉ SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS LEGISLATOR

On Monday, January 10th, John Giuffré was sworn in for the first-time, joining the Nassau County Legislature for the 14th Legislative Session covering 2022-2023.

Former Congressman Peter King administered the oath of office to the Majority Caucu...

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News Flash

Posted on: April 13, 2023

Narcan Training/Overdose Prevention Community Forum

Tuesday, May 16, 2023  •  7:00 PM

Clinton G. Martin Park – New Hyde Park Rd. & Marcus Ave., NHP

 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid cris...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2023 - 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM

Clinton G. Martin Park – New Hyde Park Rd. & Marcus Ave., NHP

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior p...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt. &nbs...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: February 16, 2023

"Welcome to Herricks" Sign Installed at Intersection

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Herricks, NY – On February 14th, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello joined with Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena and community leaders to unveil the new Welcome to the Hamlet of Herricks sign. The sign...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Files New Legislative District Map

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Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello recently filed a proposed plan for the reapportionment of Nassau County’s 19 Legislative Districts for the consideration of the Nassau County Legislature. A public hearing will be held on Thursday,...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 9th Legislative District

 

 

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of As...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: November 16, 2022

Community Blood Drive on December 8, 2022

Join us at the Manhasset/Lakeville Community Blood Drive hosted by: 

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello, Legislator Mazi Pilip, Supervisor Jennifer DeSena,

Manhasset/Lakeville Fire Department and New York Blood Center

  APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 13, 2022

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 9th Legislative District

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WEDNESDAY, NOV. 30, 2022, • 8:00 AM to 12:00 NoonCLINTON G. MARTIN RECREATION CENTERNew Hyde Park Rd, & Marcus Ave, New Hyde Park

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello and Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena are sponsoring t...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Flu Shot Program

Presiding Officer Nicolello & Town of North Hempstead Supervisor DeSena are hosting a flu shot program.Friday, October 14, 2022 - 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMAt the Clinton G. Martin Recreation CenterNew Hyde Park Rd. & Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park

Presiding ...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Legislature honors Nassau County Police Department "Top Cops" For September

On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the third squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: September 7, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 9TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

 THURSDAY, SEPT. 29, 2022 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •Whitney Pond Park – 133 Valley Rd., Manhasset

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello and Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip are sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

PRESIDING OFFICER RICH NICOLELLO’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMHillside Public Library – 155 Lakeville Rd., New Hyde Park

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22ND – 1:00 PM TO 2...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 7, 2022

MINEOLA LIBRARY CELEBRATES NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK

National Library Week is celebrated the first full week of April every year and is meant to thank the many great librarians and library workers who enhance our lives through the services they provide. On April 6th, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello join...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: March 3, 2022

EDUCATION ASSISTANCE CORPORATION HOSTS RIBBON CUTTING AT NEW OFFICES

The EAC recently celebrated the opening of its new offices in the heart of Nassau County with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Executive Director Neela Mukherjee Lockel and Chairman of the EAC Board Richie Kessel cut the ribbon on the new EAC offices at 99 Quen...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: December 28, 2021

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance Workshops in the 9th Legislative District

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance 

Workshops in the 9th Legislative District

 

 

to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

www.nassaucountyny.gov/ld9

 

Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello is hosting two 20...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: November 8, 2021

HOLIDAY BLOOD DRIVE

Thursday, DECEMBER 9, 2021  •  1:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Manhasset/Lakeville Fire Dept. – Company 2 Firehouse (behind Macy’s)

2 Community Drive East, Manhasset

Hosted by Presiding Officer Rich Nicolel...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 19, 2021

NICOLELLO IS BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 9TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

• Monday, November 29, 2021  •  8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •Clinton G. Martin Park – NHP Rd. & Marcus Ave., New Hyde Park

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Me...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 12, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Protection Plan has resulted in the owners of over 16,000 homes being undercharged on prope...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 4, 2021

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO REMINDS NASSAU COUNTY SENIORS TO GET THEIR FLU SHOT

Friday, October 22, 2021 - 10:00 Am to 3:00 PM   Mineola Community Center – 155 Washington Ave., Mineola 

Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello, in conjunction with NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center, is offering free flu shot...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: September 1, 2021

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO TO HOST FREE CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY INSPECTION

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2021  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PMClinton G. Martin Park – New Hyde Park Rd. & Marcus Ave., NHP

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Presiding Officer Rich Nicole...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: August 16, 2021

RESTORED HISTORIC MARKER DEBUTS AT HEWLETT HOUSE

Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello joined with Legislators Bill Gaylor and Howard Kopel, Town Councilman Bruce Blakeman, Hewlett House Director Geri Barash and members of the Peninsula Kiwanis to debut a restored historic marker at Hewlett House in He...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: August 5, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Tuesday, AUGUST 24, 2021  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PMNew Hyde Park Fire Department - 1555 Jericho Tpke., New Hyde Park

Hosted by Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello, the New Hyde Park Fire Department and New York Blood C...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: July 22, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Thursday, AUGUST 12, 2021  •  1:30 PM – 7:30 PMManhasset/Lakeville Fire Dept. – Company 2 Firehouse2 Community Drive East, Manhasset 

Hosted by Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello, Manhasset/Lak...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of grievances by homeowners of the assessed value the Curran administration originally stated. ...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: May 19, 2021

NICOLELLO AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN

           • Tuesday, June 8, 2021 • 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon •

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: May 12, 2021

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ATTENDS CEREMONY TO HONOR FALLEN CORRECTION OFFICERS AND SHERIFFS

Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello joined with other elected officials, law enforcement and union officials on May 6, 2021 to honor those Nassau County Correction Officers and Sheriffs that made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The ce...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: May 6, 2021

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO TO HOST FREE CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY INSPECTION

Wednesday, MAY 26, 2021  •  9:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Mary Jane Davies Village Green – Plandome Rd., Manhasset

Presiding Officer Richard J. Nicolello invites all parents, grandparents and caregivers to have ...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

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ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 09
Posted on: April 12, 2021

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO IS HOSTING EVENT - SHED THE MEDS

PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO IS HOSTING 

A “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG DISPOSAL EVENT

 

SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021 • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Mineola High School – 10 Armstrong Rd., Garden City Park

 

DRIVE UP - DROP OFF - DRIVE AWAY!

 &nbs...

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Legislative District 09

News Flash

Posted on: May 3, 2023

Legislator Pilip Celebrates National Small Business Week

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MINEOLA, NY—While recognizing National Small Business Week outside the Mineola Diner, on Tuesday, May 2, Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip joined with Nassau Executive Bruce Blakeman, North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena, North Hempstead Cou...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Legislators Team Up with Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign for Melanoma Awareness Month

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MINEOLA, NY – Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip was joined by Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, Legislators Rose Marie Walker, and Tom McKevitt, Deputy County Executive for Health & Human Services Anissa Moore, Dr. Irina Gelman, Commissioner...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

TUESDAY, MAY 9, 2023 - 11:00 AM

Great Neck house – 14 Arrandale Ave., Great Neck

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, is designed for tho...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: February 21, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 10th Legislative District

    • THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2023 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •

Great Neck House (Parking lot) – 14 Arrandale Ave., Great Neck

 

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip is sponsoring the NuHe...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: February 16, 2023

"Welcome to Herricks" Sign Installed at Intersection

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Herricks, NY – On February 14th, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello joined with Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer S. DeSena and community leaders to unveil the new Welcome to the Hamlet of Herricks sign. The sign...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Legislator Pilip Honors Victims of the Holocaust During Dome Lighting Ceremony

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Mineola, NY—On January 25th, Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip spoke at the annual dome lighting for International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The dome of The Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola is illuminated with a yello...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 10th Legislative District

 

 

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative No...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislator Pilip Honors New Hyde Park Native Lou Bernardi

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Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip presented a Point of Personal Privilege award to Lou Bernardi, in recognition of his recent selection for induction into the New York State Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023.Bernardi, joins a list of basebal...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Legislator Pilip Honors Detectives Who Busted Catalytic Converter Ring

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On Monday, December 19th, Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip joined with her colleagues on the Nassau County Legislature to honor two Nassau County Police Department Detectives who busted a county-wide Catalytic Converter ring as Top Cops for Dece...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: November 16, 2022

Community Blood Drive on December 8, 2022

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022  •  1:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Manhasset/Lakeville Fire Department – Co. #2 Firehouse

2 Community Drive East, Manhasset

Join us at the Manhasset/Lakeville Community Blood Drive hosted by:&n...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Medicare Made Clear

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 20227:00 PM to 8:00 PMManhasset-Lakeville Fire Dept. Co. #5 – Community Room21 78th Avenue, New Hyde Park

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population,...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Legislator Pilip's Advocacy Help Save Express Trains in Great Neck

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Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, joined with Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jen DeSena, MTA President Catherine Rinaldi, and other local elected officials to declare victory in their push to get the LIRR to not eliminate Express Train servi...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Flu Shot Program

Get the flu shot not the flu!

LEGISLATOR PILIP IS HOSTING A FLU SHOT PROGRAMTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2022 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PMGREAT NECK LIBRARY – COMMUNITY ROOM159 BAYVIEW AVE., GREAT NECK

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip, in conjunction with NuHealth/Nassau Universi...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for September

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On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Police Officers and two Narcotics Vice Squad Detectives as Legislative Top Cops for September 2022, for their quick and heroic actions in stopping a victim from being murdered by an MS-13 gang i...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: September 7, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 10TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

 THURSDAY, SEPT. 29, 2022 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •Whitney Pond Park – 133 Valley Rd., Manhasset

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip and Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello are sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR MAZI MELESA PILIP’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS 

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22ND – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMManhasset Public Library – 30 Onderdonk Ave., Manhasset

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH – 1:00 PM T...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: July 26, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 10TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

July 26, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 10TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

      • MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2022 • 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM •Clinton G. Martin Pool (East en...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: March 8, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO HOST HUMANITARIAN RELIEF DRIVE FOR UKRAINE

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO HOST HUMANITARIAN RELIEF DRIVE FOR UKRAINE

Collections Include Medical and Personal Hygiene Supplies 

The Nassau County Legislative Majority has started a Humanitarian Relief Drive to aid the victims of the Rus...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 10
Posted on: January 21, 2022

STATEMENT FROM COUNTY LEGISLATOR PILIP REGARDING ANTISEMITIC REMARKS TOWARDS JEWISH VISITORS IN DC

The visitors were there to meet Congressman Tom Suozzi

Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip has released the following statement: "The remarks from the Congresswoman towards Jewish people visiting Washington to meet with Congressman Suozzi were shamefu...

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Legislative District 10

News Flash

Posted on: May 17, 2023

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, Glen Cove FD Invite Residents to Learn How to Save a Life

WHAT: Equip yourself with the knowledge that may one day empower you to save a person’s life by joining Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) and the Glen Cove Fire Deparmtent for an upcoming Narcan training at...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 12, 2023

Op-Ed Submission from Nassau Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton

Why Nassau Needs a Strong, Independent Inspector General’s Office 

 

By Delia DeRiggi-Whitton 

 

As a legislator who served during the height of corruption in Nassau County and witnessed the indictment of former N...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 12, 2023

Statement from Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton on Resignation of Inspector General Jodi Franzese

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Thursday, May 11, Nassau County Inspector General Jodi Franzese submitted her resignation to the Nassau County Legislature, effective on June 1, 2023. She was the first person to hold this position - one that was birthed of nearly two...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 19, 2023

From the Desk of Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton: The Importance of the Inspector Gen

As a legislator who served during the height of corruption in Nassau County and the indictment of former County Executive Ed Mangano, I know firsthand how important it is to have mechanisms in place to ensure that we protect our taxpayers’ money...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 5, 2023

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Invite Residents to Learn How to Save a Life at Narcan Training

WHAT: Equip yourself with the knowledge that may one day empower you to save a person’s life by joining Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) and the Glen Cove Fire Department for an upcoming Narcan training at...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Minority Caucus Commemorates Women’s History Month by Honoring Corinne Kaufman’s Fentanyl Fighting

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – During the Nassau County Legislature’s annual Women’s History Month Trailblazers ceremony at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive & Legislative Building on Monday, March 20, Nassau County Legislator Delia De...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, Nassau Legislature Celebrates Recovery of Glen Cove Crossing Guard

The presentation can be viewed from 38:30 – 45:03 at this link - http://nassaucountyny.iqm2.com/Citizens/SplitView.aspx?Mode=Video&MeetingID=2075&Format=Agenda

(MINEOLA and GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - During the Nassau County Legislature&rsquo...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Statement from Sponsors of ‘Families Against Fentanyl’ Law

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced today that, through a partnership with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (LICADD), the County will stock AEDs on County property with Narcan kits.

Following today’s ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 8, 2023

State Must Revise Affordable Housing Proposal

By Delia DeRiggi-Whitton

Nassau County Legislator

As an elected official and a fellow Democrat, I urge New York State Governor Kathy Hochul and our state representatives not to adopt the housing proposal in its current form as part of the forthcoming state ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 2, 2023

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Delivers Minority Caucus Rebuttal to State of the County Address

Rebuttal to March 1, 2023, State of the County Address

Presented by Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton

 

Good evening. 

 

My name is Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, and I am the Legislator for Nassau County’s 11th Distri...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Village of Manorhaven Celebrates Installation of New Village Justice William Bodkin

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(MANORHAVEN, N.Y.) –Manorhaven Mayor John S. Popeleski and the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to appoint village resident William Bodkin as the new Village Justice following the resignation of Justice Christian S. Alfaya.After the vote, Man...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: February 9, 2023

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Invites Residents to Free Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host a second free, virtual community assessment grievance workshop to inform residents abou...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton: Allocation of ARPA Funds is a Positive Step Forward

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – On Monday, Jan. 23, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously to authorize the County to enter agreements with various not-for-profit agencies. Nearly $4 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded grants that will ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Invites Residents to Attend Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 28, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Joins with Kiwanis Club to Celebrate Donation of Pediatric AED Kits

(LOCUST VALLEY and SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - A local community leader and philanthropist celebrated the season of giving by equipping local first responders with essential tools they can use to save lives all throughout the New Year.On Friday, Dec. 23, Nassau Co...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 23, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Joins with Kiwanis Club to Celebrate Donation of Pediatric AED Kits

WHAT - A local community leader and philanthropist is celebrating the season of giving by equipping local first responders with tools they can use to save lives all throughout the year.Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) will jo...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 22, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Applauds Final Approval of $10,000 Hotel-Motel Grant for Girls Rising

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is proud to announce that the full Legislature voted unanimously on Monday, Dec. 19 to provide final approval for a $10,000 Hotel-Motel Occupancy Fund grant for Girls Rising,...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 7, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Thanks Supporters for Support of 12th Annual Toys for Tots Drive

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(UNIONDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum was once again transformed into Santa’s workshop on Sunday, Dec. 4 as thousands flocked to Uniondale to support an event that has grown to become America’s largest one-day Toys for ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Invites Residents to Attend Virtual Assessment Grievance Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host free virtual community assessment grievance workshops to inform residents about how to challenge...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: November 9, 2022

Millions in Opioid-Fighting Funds Still Available

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Nassau County continues to hold Big Pharma accountable in the courts for the wave of destruction that their highly addictive opioid drugs have unleashed upon families and children in every part of America.On Monday, Nov. 7, Nassau County took the first le...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 25, 2022

Encore, Encore! Local ‘Birthday Babies’ Enjoy Opera Performance

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Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) had a special surprise in store for October’s “birthday babies” during her Friday, Oct. 21 visit to the Glen Cove Senior Center. She was joined by opera singer Mi...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 20, 2022

Calling Santa's Helpers! Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Kickoff of Toys for Tots Drive

(BALDWIN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) announced the launch of the 12th annual Toys for Tots Drive at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum during a kickoff celebration held at the Coral House in Baldwin on Thursday, ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 3, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton: Establish Board to Oversee Spending of American Rescue Plan Funding

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - At a time when Nassau County has more than $250 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding at its disposal, Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) has filed legislation to form the ARPA Community A...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 23, 2022

Port Washington PD Message Board and Speed Trailer Arrives

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Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) recently visited the Port Washington Police Department to see the Department’s new message board and speed trailer in action. Purchased with a $16,809 Community Revitalization Progra...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 21, 2022

DeRiggi-Whitton Congratulates New Members of Advisory Council on People with Disabilities

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Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) applauded the appointments of Port Washington community leaders Dr. Joel Ziev and Stella Spanakos to Nassau County’s newly formed Advisory Council on People with Disabilities. Both w...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 15, 2022

Statement from Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton on County’s Announcement on Opioid Settlement Funds

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Today, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced his administration’s initial grant awards from a pool of approximately $70.5 million in opioid settlement funds received to date. He also revealed his administration&r...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 9, 2022

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club on Thursday, September 15. Free mammograms will be made available to women over ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 6, 2022

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the 2022 series of Property Tax Exemption Workshops for 11th Legislative District residents. 

During th...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 31, 2022

DeRiggi-Whitton Welcomes Members of Nassau County Advisory Council on People with Disabilities

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) and her colleagues voted unanimously on Monday, Aug. 8 to appoint the first members of Nassau County’s Advisory Council on People with Disabilities. Its m...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 26, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton, Nassau County PBA & Glen Cove PBA Host Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway

WHAT - To help young students begin the 2022-23 school year on the right foot, Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with the Nassau County and Glen Cove Police Benevolent Associations (PBA) to host a drive-through/w...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 15, 2022

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club on Thursday, September 15. Free mammograms will be made available to wo...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Where’s Nassau’s Plan for Opioid Settlement Funds?

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Nassau County’s ongoing mission to address the opioid addiction crisis is one of the most important and most heart-wrenching issues I contend with as a mother and the ranking member of the Nassau County Legislature’s Health & Social Services committee...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 18, 2022

DeRiggi-Whitton Congratulates Order Sons and Daughters of Italy Loggia 1016 Scholarship Honorees

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined Loggia Glen Cove No. 1016 Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America on Wednesday, July 6 for a special celebration honoring the Lodge’s latest Sons of I...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 13, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Secures $1.725 Million in ARPA Funds

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) today announced the approval of an intermunicipal agreement (IMA) that will direct $1.725 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding toward making it more a...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 13, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Thanks P.C. Richard & Son for Supporting Nassau County’s Veterans

(GREENVALE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) thanked P.C. Richard & Son of Greenvale for their ongoing support of Nassau County’s veterans during a Thursday, June 30 visit to their Greenvale store.

Legisl...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 7, 2022

OP-ED SUBMISSION FROM LEG. DERIGGI-WHITTON: Proposed LIRR Schedule Puts Glen Cove on the Wrong Track

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By Delia DeRiggi-WhittonNassau County Legislator

Done correctly, direct Long Island Railroad access to Manhattan’s east side will be a tremendous catalyst for the prosperity of our region. Unless the proposed schedule for the Oyster Bay line is r...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 7, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Thanks Retiring Nassau PBA Trustee Todd Torchia for 36 Years of Service

(BETHPAGE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) visited Jackie Reilly’s in Bethpage on Wednesday, June 29 to celebrate the service of Nassau County Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Trustee Todd Torchia and wi...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 7, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Welcomes F45 Training to Port Washington

(PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined with the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce and her colleagues in local government on Wednesday, July 6 to welcome F45 Training to the Port Washington busines...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Legislators Introduce Proposal to Include Fentanyl Detection Test Strips in Narcan Kits

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Flanked by community leaders and recovery advocates on the front steps of the Theodore Roosevelt Executive & Legislative Building, Nassau County Legislators Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) and...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: June 20, 2022

OP-ED SUBMISSION FROM LEG. DERIGGI-WHITTON: Proposed LIRR Schedule Puts Glen Cove on the Wrong Track

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By Delia DeRiggi-WhittonNassau County Legislator

Done correctly, direct Long Island Railroad access to Manhattan’s east side will be a tremendous catalyst for the prosperity of our region. Unless the proposed schedule for the Oyster Bay line is revised, ho...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: June 2, 2022

DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorates Memorial Day in Sea Cliff

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined the residents of Sea Cliff in commemorating Memorial Day on Monday, May 30. Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton marched alongside her colleagues in government and local commu...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 26, 2022

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Visits Glen Cove FD Recruitment Drive

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) visited the headquarters of the Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department on Sunday, April 24 to support their annual recruitment drive. “It is wonderful to see the spi...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 25, 2022

Democratic Caucus Honors NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell During Women’s History Month Presentation

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - In recognition of March as Women’s History Month, Minority Caucus legislators led the Nassau County Legislature in honoring trailblazing NYPD Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell on Monday, March 21. 

Upon her appointmen...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: March 24, 2022

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Returns to Glen Cove

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Glen Cove’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is always a great way to celebrate the holiday, but this year’s parade was extra special since it has been three years since the event was able to take place due...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: January 25, 2022

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates ‘January Babies’ at Glen Cove Senior Center

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) visited the Glen Cove Senior Center on Friday, Jan. 21 to join members in celebrating the January birthdays of its members. Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton joined the group in s...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: December 9, 2021

Whitton Thanks Supporters for Overwhelming Support of 11th Annual Toys for Tots Drive

(UNIONDALE, N.Y.) - Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum transformed into Santa’s workshop on Sunday, Dec. 5 as thousands flocked to Uniondale to support America’s largest one-day Toys for Tots drive. 

The 11th annual drive was sp...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: November 10, 2021

LETTER TO THE EDITOR - Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton: Good Riddance to NY American Water

Good Riddance to NY American Water

DEAR EDITOR:

I applaud Governor Hochul for signing legislation sponsored by Senator Jim Gaughran that brings us an important step closer to public water - and most importantly, financial relief - for the residents of Sea C...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: November 8, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorates Veterans Day at Eisenhower Park Ceremony

(EAST MEADOW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) proudly joined the leaders of local veterans’ organizations and her colleagues in government on Sunday, Nov. 7 to commemorate Veterans Day during a ceremony hel...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 25, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Opening of State Farm Agent Garnet Ardila’s Roslyn Office

(ROSLYN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined State Farm agent Garnet Ardila at her Roslyn office Friday, Oct. 22 to celebrate the grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony. During the ceremony, which was also attended...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 25, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Grand Opening of Burger Boys Bar & Grill in Glen Cove

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined the Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce and her colleagues in government on Friday, Oct. 22 to celebrate the grand opening of Burger Boys Bar & Grill in Glen Cove. Dur...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 22, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorates 90th Birthday of Glen Cove Native and Navy Veteran Anthony Petrella

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) had the pleasure of joining the Petrella family to celebrate the 90th birthday of Glen Cove native Anthony Petrella. Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton presented Mr. Petrella a spe...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 20, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of The Mary Stanco Team’s Glen Cove Offices

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined leaders of the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District, the Glen Cove Chamber of Commerce, and her colleagues in government on Thursday, Oct. 14 to celebrat...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 14, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton & Dr. Eve Lupenko Announce Free Skin Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) and Dr. Eve Lupenko are partnering to provide free skin cancer screenings on Friday, Oct. 15.

According to experts, skin cancers are the most common type of cancer, and the American Canc...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Joins St. John’s of Lattingtown for Parish’s 68th Annual Country Fair

(LOCUST VALLEY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined parishioners and community members at St. John’s of Lattingtown Church on Friday, Sept. 25 to commemorate the start of their 68th annual Country Fair. ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Honors 75-Year Volunteer Joseph Santoli at Port Washington FD’s 135th Annual Dinner

(PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) proudly attended the Port Washington Fire Department’s 135th annual Installation and Inspection Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 2. During the celebration, she pres...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 12, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton & Dr. Eve Lupenko Announce Free Skin Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) and Dr. Eve Lupenko are partnering to provide free skin cancer screenings on Friday, Oct. 15. 

According to experts, skin cancers are the most common type of cancer, and the Amer...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 8, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Reminds Residents to Register for Tax Exemption Workshop at The Bryant Library

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, reminds residents to register for an upcoming tax exemption workshop at The Bryant Public Library, located at 2 Paper Mil...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: October 4, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Secures $10,000 Hotel-Motel Grant to Support Girls Rising

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) secured a $10,000 grant from the County’s Hotel-Motel Occupancy Tax fund to support Sea Cliff-based Girls Rising, a not-for-profit founded by the members of the a...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 20, 2021

Whitton Honors Sea Cliff FD’s Enterprise Hose Co. for 125 Years of Community Service

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined the Sea Cliff Fire Department’s Enterprise Hose Company on Tuesday, Sept. 14 for their celebration of 125 years of service to the Village of Sea Cliff. Dur...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 16, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorates 20th Anniversary of 9/11

(MULTIPLE LOCATIONS - NASSAU COUNTY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) commemorated the 20th anniversary of 9/11 by joining the community at multiple ceremonies held in the 11th Legislative District and across Nassau C...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 16, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Attends PD Graduation Ceremony

(GARDEN CITY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined County Executive Laura Curran, Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, and colleagues on Wednesday, Sept. 15 to celebrate the graduation of 183 Police Academy graduates...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: September 8, 2021

Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings at Port Washington Activities Ctr.

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Port Washington Activities Center on Wednesday, Sept. 15. Free mammograms will be made available to women over...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 27, 2021

Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings at Port Washington Activities Ctr.

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Port Washington Activities Center on Wednesday, Sept. 15. Free mammograms will be made available to women over...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 27, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton, Nassau and Glen Cove PBAs, Glen Cove Auxiliary PD Host Backpack Giveaway

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - To help local students enter the 2021-2022 school year with the tools they need to learn and thrive, Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) partnered with the Nassau County and Glen Cove Police Benevolent Associ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 27, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Tours Nassau County Jail

(EAST MEADOW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), the ranking member of the Legislature’s Public Safety committee, toured the Nassau County Correctional Facility on Friday, Aug. 20.

Accompanied by (from left) C...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 19, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Honors Protection Company No. 1 at 129th Annual Installation Dinner

(PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined the officers and members of Port Washington Fire Department’s Protection Company No. 1 at the North Hempstead Country Club on Saturday, Aug. 14 for th...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 18, 2021

Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club parking lot Thursday, August 19. Free mammograms will be made available...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 17, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Invites Residents to Attend Upcoming Series of Tax Exemption Workshops

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove), in conjunction with the Nassau County Department of Assessment, announces the return of in-person Property Tax Exemption Workshops for 11th Legislative District residents. During the wo...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Thanks Schreiber H.S. American Heroes Club for Supporting Manorhaven VFW Post 1819

(MANORHAVEN, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined her colleagues in government on Monday, Aug. 9 to honor the members of Paul D. Schreiber High School’s American Heroes Club for raising $4,500 in support ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Honors Outgoing Kiwanis NYS Governor Brenda Leigh Johnson

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) was on hand as the Long Island North Division of the Kiwanis Club honored outgoing Kiwanis NYS Governor Brenda Leigh Johnson.

Held on Thursday, Aug. 5, the Governor’...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 12, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings at Glen Cove Boys & Girls Club

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club parking lot Thursday, August 19. Free mammograms will be made available to women...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 11, 2021

Whitton Honors Amsterdam at Harborside Staff for Dedicated Service as Caregivers During Pandemic

(PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.) - Since March 2020, Nassau County’s first responders and healthcare professionals have continued to selflessly serve and protect the public amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. As a token of her appreciation for their unwavering...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 6, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton, County Executive Curran Take Boost Nassau Resource Center Door-to-Door

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) and County Executive Laura Curran toured downtown Glen Cove on Wednesday, Aug. 4 to inform local businesses about relief opportunities that can be accessed through the Boos...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: August 2, 2021

Star-Studded Night at Glen Cove’s Downtown Sounds

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - The stars were out in downtown Glen Cove on Friday, July 30, where hundreds joined the Glen Cove Business Improvement District for a Downtown Sounds summer concert by the Lords of 52nd Street, featuring members of Billy Joel’s 1970s to...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 29, 2021

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club parking lot Thursday, August 19. Free mammograms will be made available to women...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 14, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Congratulates Order Sons and Daughters of Italy Loggia 1016 Scholarship Honorees

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined Order Sons and Daughters of Italy Loggia Glen Cove No. 1016 on Wednesday, July 7 to congratulate the Sons of Italy 2021 award and scholarship recipients. This year&a...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 9, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Spreads the Word about the Boost Nassau Resource Center in Glen Cove

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is going door-to-door to spread the word about the opportunities that are available through the Boost Nassau Resource Center.

On Wednesday, July 7, Legislator DeRiggi-Whitt...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: July 6, 2021

Thanking Port's First Responders

(PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.) Since March 2020, members of the Port Washington Volunteer Fire Department, the Fire Medic (EMS) squad, and the Port Washington Police Department have continued to selflessly serve and protect the public under riskier and more stre...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Delia DeRiggi-Whitton Celebrates Nassau County’s Fire Marshals at Awards Ceremony

(HICKSVILLE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and her colleagues in government at the Office of the Fire Marshal’s annual staff awards ceremony on Friday, June 4. ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: June 3, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorates Memorial Day in Glen Cove

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) paid tribute to the men and women who lost their lives while serving in America’s armed forces during Memorial Day during ceremonies on Sunday, May 30 and Monday,...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 28, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Congratulates Virginia Cervasio for Commitment to Serving Veterans

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) congratulated Glen Cove’s Virginia Cervasio (pictured above, with her husband, Alex) for her recognition as a recipient of the County’s Distinguished Serv...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton, Executive Curran, and Others Celebrate Renaming Headquarters William J. Willett

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) proudly joined members of the Willett family, County Executive Laura Curran, Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, and her colleagues in government on Tuesday, May 11 ...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 11, 2021

Manorhaven Boulevard Road Resurfacing Project Moving Forward, Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Announces

(MANORHAVEN, N.Y.) - The Rules committee of the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously on Monday, May 10 to advance the Manorhaven Boulevard road resurfacing project by approving a $3,590,062 resurfacing construction contract with J. Anthony Enterpri...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 7, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Joins Urgent Effort to Find Kidney Donor for Mother of Triplets

Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) is joining the Jepp family, LiveOnNY and local organ donation advocates in an urgent search for a living donor for Vivian, who has endured years of dialysis and two previous attempts at transp...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: May 3, 2021

County Executive Curran, Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorate National Donate Life Month

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) joined LiveOnNY and organ donors and recipients to commemorate April as National Donate Life Month during a dome-lighting ceremony at the...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 27, 2021

Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Secures $85K in Funding for New Baseball Field

(SEA CLIFF, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) has secured passage of an inter-municipal agreement (IMA) that will deliver $85,000 in capital funding to the Incorporated Village of Sea Cliff for the renovation of two ba...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 26, 2021

County Executive Curran, Legislator DeRiggi-Whitton Commemorate National Donate Life Month

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Executive Laura Curran and Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) will join LiveOnNY and organ donors and recipients to commemorate April as National Donate Life Month during a dome-lighting ceremony thi...

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Legislative District 11
Posted on: April 13, 2021

DeRiggi-Whitton Updates North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Members During Monthly Meeting

(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D - Glen Cove) joined the North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce at The View in Glen Cove during their monthly meeting at The View Grill in Glen Cove on Wednesday, April 7.

The meeting, ...

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Legislative District 11

News Flash

Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 12th Legislative District

 

Legislator James Kennedy is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home, as indicated on their 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of Assessment. Representative...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau Legislators Kennedy & Walker Dedicate New Playground

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Nassau County Legislators James Kennedy and Rose Marie Walker recently joined with Farmingdale School District officials, parents, and children for the dedication of the new Woodward Parkway Elementary School playground.  Funding for the playgrou...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Legislator Kennedy Honors Detectives Who Busted Catalytic Converter Ring

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On Monday, December 19th, Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy joined with his colleagues on the Nassau County Legislature to honor two Nassau County Police Department Detectives who busted a county-wide catalytic converter ring, as Top Cops for Decembe...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Legislator Kennedy is Hosting a Free Child Car Seat Safety Inspection

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2022  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PMMarjorie Post Park – 451 Unqua Rd., Massapequa

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy and the Nass...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Legislature honors Nassau County Police Department "Top Cops" For September

On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the third squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: August 25, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 12TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

  

 • Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022 • 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon •Ellsworth W. Allen Park – 45 Motor Ave., Farmingdale

Nassau County Legislators James Kennedy and Rose Marie Walker are sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau University Med...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR JAMES D. KENNEDY’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMFarmingdale Public Library – 116 Merritts Ave., Farmingdale 

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26TH – 1...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: March 3, 2022

LEGISLATOR KENNEDY HONORS NASSAU COUNTY TOP COPS WHO STOPPED SCAMMER

Mineola, NY— On February 28th, Legislator James Kennedy and the Nassau County Legislature honored Police Officers Brian Coleman and Michael Passarelli of the 7th Precinct, for apprehending a scammer that was preying on a senior citizen.

On Januar...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: December 28, 2021

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance Workshops in the 12th Legislative District

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to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

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Legislator James Kennedy is hosting two 2022...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: September 1, 2021

LEGISLATOR KENNEDY IS BRINGING THE NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO FARMINGDALE

    • Thursday, September 16, 2021 • 8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •

Ellsworth W. Allen Park – 45 Motor Ave., Farmingdale

 

Nassau County Legislators James Kennedy and Rose Marie Walker are co-...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of grievances by homeowners of the a...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 12
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT 

ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 12

News Flash

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Legislator McKevitt Sponsors Medicare Made Clear Event in East Meadow

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East Meadow, NY —  On May 16th Legislator Tom McKevitt joined with Legislators Michael Giangregorio and John Ferretti to sponsor a “Medicare Made Clear Event” at the East Meadow Public Library. 

 

Thi...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator McKevitt to Host a Free Child Car Safety Inspection

TUESday, MAY 23, 2023  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Eisenhower Park/Field #5 – Park Blvd., East Meadow

 

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau County Legislator...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator McKevitt Invites You to East Meadow Community Day

SATURDAY, JUNE 10, 2023 – 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Speno Park - 745 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt invites you to celebrate East Meadow and attend the East Meadow Community Day Event at Senator Speno Park in East Meadow...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Narcan Training Community Forum

Legislator Tom McKevitt in partnership with County Executive Bruce Blakeman, East Meadow Public Library and the Nassau County Department of Human Services invite you to a

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM

TUESDAY, MAY 30, 2023   •  ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2023

North Merrick Community Blood Drive

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

North Merrick Public Library – 1691 Meadowbrook Rd., N. Merrick

 

Join us at the North Merrick Community Blood Drive hosted by: 

Legislator Michael Giangregorio, Legislator Tom ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2023

Legislator McKevitt is Hosting a "Shed the Meds" Drug Drop Off Event in Wantagh

SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2023 • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Wantagh High School – 3297 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh

Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt and Michael Giangregorio are joining with Senator Steve Rhoads and the Nassau County Police Department to ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 2, 2023

Legislators Team Up with Colette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign for Melanoma Awareness Month

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MINEOLA, NY – Legislator Tom McKevitt was joined by Deputy Presiding Officer Howard Kopel, Legislators Mazi Melesa Pilip, and Rose Marie Walker, Deputy County Executive for Health & Human Services Anissa Moore, Dr. Irina Gelman, Commissioner...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 24, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to East Meadow

SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Newbridge Road Park – 2600 Newbridge Rd., Bellmore

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Col...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2023 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, i...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 31, 2023

Legislator McKevitt Is Hosting a Shed the Meds Drug Drop Event in Levittown

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023 • 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon

Wisdom Lane Middle School – 120 Center Ln., Levittown

  

Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt, John Ferretti and Michael Giangregorio are joining with the Nassau County Po...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 13, 2023

East Meadow Community Blood Drive

FRIDAY, APRIL 14, 2023 •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

Join us at the East Meadow Community Blood Drive hosted by: 

Legislator Tom McKevitt, Senator Steve R...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Public Safety Meeting

TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2023 – 7:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt is hosting a Public Safety Meeting for constituents of the district, in conjunction with Nassau Cou...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: February 15, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to East Meadow

SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Eisenhower Park – Parking Field #3 – East Meadow

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Pr...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: December 30, 2022

Legislator McKevitt Attends Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores Menorah Lighting

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On December 21st, Legislator Tom McKevitt joined in on the celebration for the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores Menorah Lighting alongside the LIRR. Joining Legislator McKevitt were various members of the Congregation of Beth Ohr, a Conservative Egali...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 13th Legislative District

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Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: November 16, 2022

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to East Meadow

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Eisenhower Park/Parking Field #3 – East Meadow

Legislator Tom McKevitt is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Prog...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 6, 2022

Shed the Meds Drop Off

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DRIVE UP - DROP OFF - DRIVE AWAY!

TWO LOCATIONS!

Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator John Ferretti and Legislator Steve Rhoads are joining together with the Nassau County Police Department, the Levittown Community Action Coalition (LCAC), the Bellmore-Merri...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Nassau Legislature Honors Top Detectives for September 2022

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On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the Third Squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: August 25, 2022

Free Mini Golf for Senior Citizens at Eisenhower Park

Free Mini Golf for Senior Citizens at Eisenhower ParkThursday, September 22, 2022  -  10:00 am to 2:00 PM (Rain Date: Friday, September 23rd)Miniature-Golf Course at Eisenhower Park, parking field #4 or #5 

Legislator To...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: August 25, 2022

THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN IS COMING TO THE 19TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

   

 Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 • 8:00AM to 12:00 Noon •Merrick Public Library – 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick

Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt and Steve Rhoads are sponsoring the NuHealth/Na...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR TOM McKEVITT’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMEast Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMNorth ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: August 15, 2022

Medicare MADE CLEAR! Learn the A B C D’s of Medicare Coverage

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 202212:00 NOON to 1:00 PMEast Meadow Public Library - 1886 Front St., East Meadow

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, is designed for those who will so...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 26, 2022

NORTH MERRICK COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE ANYBODY CAN GIVE BLOOD, BE A SOMEBODY AND DONATE!

NORTH MERRICK COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVEANYBODY CAN GIVE BLOOD, BE A SOMEBODY AND DONATE!

 

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2022  •  2:00 PM – 6:30 PM

North Merrick Public Library – 1691 Meadowbrook Rd., N. Merrick

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 7, 2022

EAST MEADOW COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

EAST MEADOW COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

anybody can give blood, be a somebody and donate!

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: December 28, 2021

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance Workshops in the 13th Legislative District

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance 

Workshops in the 13th Legislative District

 

 

to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

www.nassaucountyny.gov/ld13

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt is hosting two 2022 Virtual Pr...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 26, 2021

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

 

Wednesday, November 10, 2021  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts, one of them is educating its residents on the...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 6, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT INVITES YOU TO “SHED THE MEDS” AT THE DRUG DROP OFF SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT INVITES YOU TO “SHED THE MEDS” AT THE DRUG DROP OFFSATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2021 DRIVE UP - DROP OFF - DRIVE AWAY!

TWO LOCATIONS!

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt is joining with the Nassau County Police Department,...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 4, 2021

McKEVITT TO HOST A FREE CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY INSPECTION

Tuesday, October 19, 2021  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PM North Merrick Public Library (Rear parking lot) 1691 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau County Legislator...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT REMINDS NASSAU COUNTY SENIORS TO GET YOUR FLU SHOT

Friday, October 15, 2021 - 10:00 Am to 4:00 PM   East Meadow Firemen’s Benevolent Hall – 170 Maple Ave., East Meadow

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt, in conjunction with NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center, is offering ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: September 1, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT IS BRINGING THE NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO MERRICK

   • Wednesday, September 22, 2021 • 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon •

Merrick Public Library – 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick

 

Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt and Steve Rhoads are co-sponsor...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: September 1, 2021

Free Mini Golf for Senior Citizens at Eisenhower Park

Thursday, September 30, 2021  -  10:00 am to 2:00 PM 

(Rain Date: Friday, October 1st)

Miniature-Golf Course at Eisenhower Park, parking field #4 or #5

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt is pleased to announce that the miniature-gol...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: August 5, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Tuesday, August 31, 2021  •  12:00 PM – 6:00 PMEast Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

Hosted by Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator John Ferretti and New York Blood CenterA...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 22, 2021

McKEVITT & COUNCILMAN DUNNE ARE BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO EAST MEADOW

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 • 8:00 AM to 12:00 NoonVeterans Memorial Park – East Meadow Ave. & Prospect Ave.

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt and Town of Hempstead Councilman Dennis Dunne, Jr. are sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau U...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 7, 2021

McKEVITT– 13TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT INVITE YOU TO NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 • Rain or Shine

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Veterans Memorial Park

East Meadow Ave. & Prospect Ave., East Meadow

 

Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt and John Ferretti are joining togethe...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: July 7, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

 

Wednesday, July 28, 2021  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saw Mill Road Elementary School – 2801 Saw Mill Rd., North Bellmore 

Hosted by 

Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator Steve Rhoads and New...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 19, 2021

McKEVITT IS HOSTING A “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG DROP OFF EVENT IN NORTH BELLMORE

SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2021 • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

North Bellmore Fire Dept. – Station #2

829 Newbridge Road (Near intersection of East Meadow Ave.)  

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt is joining with the Nassau County Police Depart...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 26, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

 

Thursday, JUNE 24, 2021  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PMNorth Merrick Public Library – 1691 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick 

Hosted by Legislator Tom McKevitt, North Merrick Public Library and New York ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 19, 2021

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, June 16, 2021  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose! 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 19, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: TRAIN YOUR BRAIN

 Tuesday, June 1, 2021 • 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon  

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt and the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center are hosting a virtual event to provide important brain training info...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 12, 2021

LEGISLATOR MCKEVITT ATTENDS CEREMONY TO HONOR FALLEN CORRECTION OFFICERS AND SHERIFFS

Legislator Tom McKevitt joined with other elected officials, law enforcement and union officials on May 6, 2021 to honor those Nassau County Correction Officers and Sheriffs that made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The ceremony was h...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 6, 2021

LEGISLATOR McKEVITT IS HOSTING A “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG DROP OFF EVENT IN WANTAGH

SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021 • 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Wantagh High School – 3297 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh

  

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt is joining with Legislators Steve Rhoads and John Ferretti, the Nassau County Police ...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 6, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Wednesday, May 26, 2021  •  11:00 aM – 5:00 PM

North Bellmore Public Library – 1551 Newbridge Rd., North Bellmore 

Hosted by Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator Steve Rhoads,

the North Bellmore Public L...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 4, 2021

LEGISLATOR MCKEVITT HOSTS “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT

Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt recently joined with the Nassau County Police Department and the Levittown Community Action Coalition during a drug take back event at Wisdom Lane Middle School in Levittown. The collection yielded more than 500 pound...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: May 3, 2021

LEGISLATORS DISTRIBUTE COVID-19 SERVICE PINS TO NUMC HEALTHCARE HEROES

On May 3rd, Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator John Ferretti, Legislator Steve Rhoads, NUMC President/Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony Boutin and CSEA President Ron Gurerri presented COVID-19 Service Pins to Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) hea...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 29, 2021

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

SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2021  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Newbridge Road Park – 2600 Newbridge Rd., Bellmore

 

Legislator Tom McKevitt is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Col...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 13
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT 

ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 13

News Flash

Posted on: May 26, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

 

Memorial Day typically marks the unofficial start of the summer season.  While many of us will take advantage of the long weekend to travel, enjoy outdoor activities and be with family and friends, it’s...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 19, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Legislative District 14 Update:

Dear Resident,

This week I joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman in announcing the second round of opioid settlement money, totaling more than $5.2 million dollars being distributed among seven award recipients who provide m...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023 – 7:00 PM

Hicksville Public Library – 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior populatio...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 27, 2023

Narcan Training Community Forum

Legislator Laura Schaefer and Legislator Rose Marie Walker 

in partnership with County Executive Bruce Blakeman and the 

Nassau County Department of Human Services Invite you to a

NARCAN TRAINING COMMUNITY FORUM

WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2023 &...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 21, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

 

You may recall hearing about legislation that I recently co-sponsored to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and EMTs need to serve from five years to two years, in order to qualify for a partial propert...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Legislator Schaefer to Host a Free Child Car Seat Safety Inspection

TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2023  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Cantiague Park – 480 W. John St., Hicksville

 

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau County Legislator Laura ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Hicksville Community Blood Drive

THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2023 • 2:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Hicksville Fire Department Headquarters – 20 E. Marie St., Hicksville

 

Join us at the Hicksville Community Blood Drive hosted by: 

Legislator Laura Schaefer, Le...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 31, 2023

Public Safety Meeting

TUESDAY, APRIL 25, 2023 – 7:00 PM|Bethpage Public Library – 47 Powell Ave., Bethpage

Join Legislator Laura Schaefer, Legislator Rose Marie Walker and Nassau County Police Department 8th Precinct POP officers for a Public Safety Meeting ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

This week, I just want to remind residents that the property tax grievance filing deadline will expire on April 3, 2023.  If you have not filed and are still interested in challenging your assessment, now is the time to do...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Legislator Schaefer is Hosting a "Shed the Meds" Drug Drop Off Event in Bethpage

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023 • 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Bethpage High School – 10 Cherry Ave., Bethpage

Stewart Avenue Parking Lot (across from Bethpage Park)

  

Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker are j...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Kennedy Park Community Cleanup

 Saturday, April 29, 2023 • 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon •

Kennedy Park – Jerusalem Ave. & Broadway, Hicksville

 

Help keep our community clean. Join Legislator Laura Schaefer, Legislator Rose Marie Walker...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 20, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 14th Legislative District

 Thursday, April 20, 2023 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •

Cantiague Park – 480 West John St., Hicksville

 

Nassau County Legislators Laura Schaefer and Rose Marie Walker are sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau Unive...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,Earlier this week, I announced that I am not seeking reelection to the Nassau County Legislature. Serving as a Nassau County Legislator has been a truly rewarding experience, and I am proud to have served my district and the county for the p...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

 

Earlier this week, I joined my colleagues in the Nassau County Legislature in passing legislation to reduce the number of years that eligible volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying fo...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors West Hempstead Twins for Black History Month

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature held their Black History Month celebration. The Majority Caucus selected as their honorees, West Hempstead High School seniors and twins Gloria and Victoria Guerrier, who are both at t...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: February 24, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

 

The final redistricting hearing of the Nassau County Legislature will be held on Monday, February 27th at 1:00 PM in the Peter J. Schmitt Legislative Chambers at the Theodore Roosevelt Legislative Building, 1550 Franklin Avenue, Mi...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

The property tax grievance filing deadline has been extended to April 3rd to give people more time to challenge their assessments. I have posted a video on my website showing you how to file a grievance on your own. You can visit: w...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

 

On Thursday, February 9th, Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello filed a proposed plan for the reapportionment of Nassau County’s 19 legislative districts for consideration by the Nassau County Legislature. A publ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: February 6, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

 

Long Island’s suburban landscape, which is dominated by single-family homes, is a major attraction that makes living in Nassau and Suffolk Counties one of the most desirable places in the U.S.   Governor Hochul w...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,It is deeply disappointing to me that Governor Hochul’s State of the State address last week failed to address what steps will be taken to fix the fundamental flaws in the bail reform system. Crime is on the rise in New York State ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 17, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

In the last month alone, there have been four carjackings at Nassau County gas stations while residents were filling up their gas tanks. Due to this recent rash of car thefts and the overall increase in thefts and break-ins throughout Nassau...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 14th Legislative District

 

 

Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notic...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 12, 2023

Virtual Overdose Prevention Seminar with Naloxone/Narcan Training

Thursday, January 19, 2023 • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM 

 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts, one of...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 10, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

Next Tuesday, January 17th, the Nassau County Legislature will hold a hearing on redistricting during a Rules Committee meeting. The committee meeting will begin at 11:00 a.m. and is open to the public. For those who cannot attend in person,...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,I hope your holiday season was an enjoyable one.  Please accept my best wishes for a happy, healthy, and safe New Year.  As your legislator, I am grateful for the support you continue to provide, and I look forward...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

Each year, the holiday season provides an opportunity for family and friends to come together to share delicious food and drink, exchange gifts and enjoy each other’s company.

While most of us will have extra time off, others like o...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: December 9, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

Earlier this week I joined my legislative colleagues in supporting a resolution on a contract to update the Nassau County Fire Commission’s Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system with new technology that will greatly enhance Nassau C...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,

Each year, Thanksgiving provides us with an opportunity to give thanks for all of life’s blessings.   Traditionally, the holiday is a time for family and friends to come together to share a festive meal, catch up on their ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,I wanted to share two important items of interest:

1.    The Nassau County Human Rights Commission, in conjunction with Nassau Community College (NCC), will be hosting an Employment Expo this Friday, November 18, 20...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 4, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,Although we have been having unseasonably warm weather this week, winter and colder temperatures are just around the corner.  With home heating bills on the rise, managing energy bills while staying warm and safe this winter season ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 1, 2022

Legislators Bynoe and Schaefer Honor Bravery of Westbury FD Members at Street Renaming Ceremony

(WESTBURY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Laura Schaefer (R - Westbury) joined with the Westbury Fire Department and their colleagues in government on Sunday, Oct. 30 to ceremonially rename Maple Avenue between Linden ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 1, 2022

Virtual Overdose Prevention Seminar with Naloxone/Narcan Training

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Wednesday, November 9, 2022  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PMA virtual training seminar through ZOOM

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts, one of them is ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 28, 2022

Legislators Bynoe and Schaefer Honor Service of Westbury FD Members at Street Renaming Ceremony

WHAT - Nassau County Legislators Siela A. Bynoe (D - Westbury) and Laura Schaefer (R - Westbury) will join with the Westbury Fire Department and their colleagues in government on Sunday, Oct. 30 to ceremonially rename Maple Avenue between Linden and Post ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 28, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,This week, the Legislature voted to approve two important appropriations that I wanted to share with you.The first involves the allocation of $60 million over the next four years, marking the start of the initial phase of Nassau County&r...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 7, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,I’m very happy to report that the fiscal condition of Nassau County has continued to improve.  In fact, Nassau County placed among the top-ranked fiscally sound counties throughout New York State, according to a recent fin...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 6, 2022

Legislator Schaefer is Hosting a "Shed the Meds" Drug Drop Off Event in Carle Place

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2022 • 10:00 AM - 12:30 PMCarle Place High School – 168 Cherry Ln., Carle Place

Nassau County Legislator Laura Schaefer is joining with New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra, the Nassau County Police Department, and the ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

Earlier this year, I joined County Executive Blakeman and my colleagues in the Legislative Majority to announce a new program that would provide grants to veterans’ halls and facilities.  This initiative is inten...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 20, 2022

NASSAU LEGISLATURE HONORS TOP DETECTIVES FOR SEPTEMBER 2022

On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the Third Squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.

On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 16, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident,This week, the County Administration announced the names of some of the organizations it will be distributing funds to that were received as part of the opioid litigation settlement.  As you may already be aware, the settlement fund...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 12, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 9/9/22

Dear Resident, 

I am pleased to report that our ongoing efforts to increase the senior citizen tax exemption bracket for eligible Nassau County residents is finally becoming a reality.  

This hard-fought battle first started over five year...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 2, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 9/2/22

Dear Resident, 

To help offer tax relief to eligible Nassau County homeowners, I will be hosting four property tax exemptions workshops in my district.  The Department of Assessment staff will be on hand to provide individual assistance t...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR LAURA SCHAEFER’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMHicksville Public Library – 169 Jerusalem Ave., Hicksville 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7TH – 1:00 PM ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: August 12, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 8/12/22

Dear Resident, 

This week, the MTA released its environmental analysis of the proposed Congestion Pricing Plan that would affect drivers entering Manhattan below 60th street. The analysis suggests tolls could be as high as $34.50 per day for cars ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 8/5/22

Dear Resident, 

Earlier this week I joined my colleagues in the Legislative Majority along with other elected officials to demand that Governor Hochul sign legislation that would give Nassau County senior citizens near parity with New York City on...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 7, 2022

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2022

Legislator Rose Marie Walker – 17th Legislative DistrictLegislator Laura Schaefer – 14th Legislative Districtand The Nassau County Police DepartmentInvite You To

America’s Night Out Against CrimeNATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2022Tuesday,...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 29, 2022

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, July 6, 2022  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PMA virtual training seminar through ZOOMYou can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fronts, one of them is educ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 06/17/22

Dear Resident, 

Next Tuesday is officially the first day of summer.  Here in Nassau County our Parks, Recreation and Museum Department has put together a magnificent lineup of free outdoor entertainment from now through the end of August....

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 10, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 06/10/22

Dear Resident, 

In an effort to further address the on-going effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, during this week’s Legislative Committees meetings, I helped pass two pieces of legislation, which will provide necessary monetary aid to publ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

Mineola, NY--- During today’s meeting of the Nassau County Legislature’s Legislative Committees, two pieces of legislation were passed, which will provide necessary monetary aid to public, private and charter schools, as well as to the...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 6, 2022

Legislative District 14 Update: 6/6/22

Dear Resident, 

 

As we all know, Long Island is susceptible to hurricanes. Some of us are still dealing with the aftermath of Irene in 2011 and the remnants of Sandy in 2012.  While we cannot pre­vent hurricanes from hitt...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 26, 2022

LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER HONORS NASSAU COUNTY’S REGENERON FINALISTS

The Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County’s Regeneron finalists. 5 Nassau County high school seniors were among the 40 finalists chosen in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2022 competition, and many more were among the runner ups. T...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 25, 2022

Legislative 14 District Update 3/25/22

Dear Resident,

Earlier this week I joined with my fellow legislators and NICE Bus CEO, Jack Khzouz, to announce the planned purchase of six new electric buses for NICE’s fleet.  Later that same day I was part of a unanimous vote approvin...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: December 28, 2021

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance Workshops in the 14th Legislative District

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance 

Workshops in the 14th Legislative District

 

to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

www.nassaucountyny.gov/ld14

 

Legislator Laura Schaefer is hosting two 2022 Virtual Property T...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: November 1, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update: 10/29/21

Dear Resident, 

Recently, I joined my colleagues in the Legislative Majority to approve sound and meaningful amendments to the County Executive's 2022 budget that will cut taxes by $120 million, eliminate or reduce $100 million in fees an...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 15, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 10/15/21

Earlier this week, I joined my colleagues in the Legislative Majority to announce sound and meaningful amendments to the County Executive's 2022 budget that will cut taxes, eliminate or reduce fees and do away with unnecessary patronage jobs. &am...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 12, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 4, 2021

MAJORITY LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Protection Plan has resulted in the owners of over 16,000 homes being undercharged on prope...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 4, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 10/1/21

Earlier today, the Legislative Majority convened an emergency meeting and voted to pass legislation to cut $100 million in fees affecting Nassau residents.  The emergency meeting was called after members of the Democratic Minority used a procedur...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 29, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 9/29/21

Above is the Newsday headline after the Democratic Minority voted yesterday to block $100 million in tax relief for Nassau residents.  

The fees in question involve real estate transactions and traffic violation charges that are incurred annually ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 27, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 9/24/21

Dear Resident, 

As a way to pay tribute to the brave men and women of Nassau County who have succumbed to 9/11 related illnesses, my colleagues and I in the Legislative Majority recently introduced legislation to establish a 9/11 Memorial Committe...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 7, 2021

SCHAEFER – 14TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT INVITE YOU TO A NIGHT OUT 2021

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 • Rain or Shine

 

TWO LOCATIONS

 

Nassau County Legislators Rose Marie Walker and Laura Schaefer are joining together with the 2nd & 8th Precincts of the Nassau County Police Depart...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 7, 2021

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, July 14, 2021  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM  You can save the life of a loved one from overdose! 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple front...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: July 2, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 7/2/21

Dear Resident, 

As you may already be aware, Nassau County, and many other municipalities, are in the process of suing opioid manufacturers and distributors for the role they may have played in the opioid abuse epidemic we are facing in Nassau Cou...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 29, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE SETS ASIDE MILLIONS OF DOLLARS TO TREAT OPIOID ADDICTION

Currently, New York State, along with Nassau and Suffolk Counties are suing several opioid manufacturers in a class action lawsuit in federal court in Central Islip. The trial, which began this week, is to determine the liability of pharmaceutical manufac...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 25, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update: 6/25/21

Dear Resident, 

On May 17th, the County Executive announced a plan dubbed the “Homeowner Assistance Program" to give all Nassau residents who currently receive a STAR property tax exemption, $375 in tax relief as soon as possible. T...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: June 11, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 6/11/21

Dear Resident, 

I, along with my colleagues in the Legislative Majority, am supporting a bill we introduced this week that will provide up to 5 additional days of paid leave annually for combat veterans employed by Nassau County.  The tim...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 24, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 5/21/21

Dear Resident, 

This coming Monday, I will support two important pieces of legislation that are expected to be up for a vote before the full legislature.  One bill will require utilities and other entities that dig up county roads to inst...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 15, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 5/14/21

Dear Resident,  

Recently, I learned that a bill has been introduced in the New York State Assembly and Senate, which will dramatically increase the tax on gasoline and the tax on products used to heat our homes. The proposed law entitled...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 12, 2021

LEGISLATOR SCHAEFER ATTENDS CEREMONY TO HONOR FALLEN CORRECTION OFFICERS AND SHERIFFS

 

Legislator Laura Schaefer joined with other elected officials, law enforcement and union officials on May 6, 2021 to honor those Nassau County Correction Officers and Sheriffs that made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The ce...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 7, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 5/7/2021

Dear Resident, 

As the capacity restrictions are being lifted, one area that New York State has failed to address is guidance on parades.  With Memorial Day just around the corner, earlier this week I joined my colleagues in the Legislati...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 30, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update 4/30/2021

Dear Resident, 

 

Earlier this month, the Legislative Majority convened a hearing focusing on anti-Asian hate crimes and violence.  During the hearing several Asian American community activists testified that they knew of many peo...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE INTRODUCES BILL MANDATING DISCLOSURE OF ANY NEW COUNTY HOMELESS SHELTER AGREEMENTS

Last year, it was revealed that a secret deal was made by the County Executive with the owners of the former Hampton Inn Jericho/Westbury at 120 Jericho Turnpike in Jericho guaranteeing the new landlord $36 million dollars over the course of ten years on ...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 23, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update

Legislative District 14 Update:

 

Dear Resident, 

Nassau’s positivity rate dipped below 3% last week for the first time in months and this week the numbers fell even further. As of yesterday, the figure stood at 2.6%.  Fo...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 16, 2021

Legislative District 14 Update

Dear Resident, 

 

This past Monday, a law introduced by the Nassau County Legislative Majority to prohibit the smoking or vaping of cannabis at all county-owned facilities was unanimously passed by legislative committees.  The res...

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Legislative District 14
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT 

ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

 

COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 14

News Flash

Posted on: May 16, 2023

Legislator Ferretti Welcomes Abbey Lane Elementary School Class of 2023

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Legislator John Ferretti was honored to give Abbey Lane Elementary School Class of 2023 a tour of the beautiful and historic Theodore Roosevelt Executive & Legislative Building in Mineola.

Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Legislator Ferretti to Host a Free Child Car Seat Safety Inspection

WEDNESday, JUNE 7, 2023  •  9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

St. Bernard’s Church – 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown

 

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau C...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 5, 2023

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 15th Legislative District

   • Wednesday, May 31, 2023 • 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM •

St. Bernard’s Church – 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown

 

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is sponsoring the NuHealth...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Medicare Made Clear

TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2023 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

This program, led by Joy Poupko, a Medicare Advisor and an experienced insurance specialist for the senior population, i...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: March 31, 2023

Legislator Ferretti is Hosting a "Shed the Meds" Drug Drop Off Event in Levittown

SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 2023 • 9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon

Wisdom Lane Middle School – 120 Center Ln., Levittown

  

Nassau County Legislators John Ferretti, Tom McKevitt and Michael Giangregorio are joining with the Nassau County Po...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Legislature Makes Tax Exemptions for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers More Accessible

Mineola, NY---On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature unanimously passed a local law to lower the number of years that volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers need to serve before qualifying for a partial tax exemption on their count...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: March 1, 2023

Legislature honors Top Cops for February 2023

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Mineola, NY - On February 27th, the Nassau County Legislature honored four Nassau County Police Officers from the 1st Precinct as Top Cops for February 2023, for their heroic actions rescuing a victim during a fire in Roosevelt.On November 4th, O...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: February 15, 2023

Legislator Ferretti and Levittown Schools Take Part in Valentines for Vets

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Levittown, NY - In preparation for Valentines Day, Legislator John Ferretti joined with three Levittown area elementary schools to take part in his office’s Valentine’s for Veterans program. Students in each class would write ...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: February 15, 2023

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to East Meadow

SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 2023  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Eisenhower Park – Parking Field #3 – East Meadow

 

Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardou...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: February 2, 2023

Legislator John Ferretti Joins with Abbey Lane Elementary School for their PARP Program

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Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was happy to join Abbey Lane Elementary School on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, for their PARP Program as a reader in Mrs. Kennedy’s Kindergarten Class.The NYS PTA Pick a Reading Partner program (known as PARP...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Legislator Ferretti Honors 91-Year-Old Crossing Guard From Levittown

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Levittown, NY- Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti joined with County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Hempstead Clerk Kate Murray to honor 91-year-old crossing guard Louise Kobs, who has retired after her 41 years of service to the Levittown School Distri...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Legislator Ferretti Honors 4 Faculty Members Who Saved Student's Life

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, Legislator John Ferretti honored four faculty members from Division Avenue High School in Levittown who saved the life of student Haeleigh Ortiz after she collapsed on the floor of her gym locker room due to an undiagnosed r...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer Who Saved Life For Top Cop

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Mineola, NY---On January 23rd, the Nassau County Legislature honored 8th Precinct Nassau County Police Officer Chelsea Penn for her heroic rescue of a woman on a train tracks, who was trying to commit suicide.

On September 11th, 2022, Officer Penn was on p...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Legislator Ferretti attends Levittown Kiwanis Club "Terrific Kid" Ceremony

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Legislator John Ferretti was happy to join the Levittown Kiwanis Club for their Terrific Kids Ceremony at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School on Thursday, January 19, 2023, along with Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray and congratulate some Terrific Kids!Sho...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 17, 2023

Legislator Ferretti attends Levittown Kiwanis Club "Terrific Kid" Ceremony

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Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was happy to attend the Levittown Kiwanis Club Terrific Kid Ceremony at Jonas E. Salk Middle School on Friday, January 13, 2023, along with Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray.

Shown in photo with Legislator Ferretti, ba...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 6, 2023

Legislator Ferretti Attends Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony

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Levittown, NY— Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was honored to attend the Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony for David DeRienzo at The Knights of Columbus Post #3581 in Levittown on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Shown in photo, left to right: ...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors NCPD Officer with ALS as Top Cop For December

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On December 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored Nassau County Police Department Officer Wayne Resnick from the 4th Precinct as their Top Cop for December 2022. Officer Resnick was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2022 yet continued to show up for wo...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars in the 15th Legislative District

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Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is hosting two 2023 Virtual Property Tax Assessment Grievance Seminars for all homeowners who disagree with the assessed value of their home as indicated on the 2024-2025 Tentative Notice of Assess...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: November 16, 2022

S.T.O.P Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program coming to East Meadow

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2022  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PMEisenhower Park/Parking Field #3 – East Meadow

Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwing Out Pollutants Hazardous Waste Collection Pro...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Celebrates Italian Culture and Heritage Month

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On October 24th, the Nassau County Legislature celebrated Italian Heritage and Culture Month by recognizing the achievements of Italian and Italian American Nobel Prize Laureates. Joseph Sciame, President of the Sons of Italy Foundation, Inc. and Chair of...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 27, 2022

Nassau County Legislature Honors Top Cops for October 2022

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The Nassau County Legislature honored two Nassau County Police Department Officers from the 2nd Precinct for their work in recovering a stolen car and catching a suspect who was tied to multiple car thefts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. They are the Legi...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 13, 2022

Levittown Community Blood Drive

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anybody can give blood, be a somebody and donate!

 

THURsday, october 20, 2022  •  2:30 PM – 8:15 PM

Levittown Fire Department– 120 Gardiners Ave., Levittown

 

Join us at the Levittown Community ...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2022

Legislator Ferretti is Hosting a "Shed the Meds" Drug Drop Off Event in Levittown

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SATURDAY, October 29, 2022 • 9:30 AM - 12:30 NoonWisdom Lane Middle School – 120 Center Ln., Levittown

Nassau County Legislators John Ferretti and Tom McKevitt are joining together with the Nassau County Police Department and the Levitto...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: September 29, 2022

The NuHealth/NUMC Mobile Mammography Van is Coming to the 15th Legislative District

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THURSDAY, OCT. 27, 2022 • 8:00 AM TO 12:00 NOONST. BERNARD’S CHURCH – PARISH PARKING LOT3100 HEMPSTEAD TPKE., LEVITTOWN

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is hosting the NuHealth/Nassau University Medical Center Mobile Mamm...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: September 20, 2022

NASSAU LEGISLATURE HONORS TOP DETECTIVES FOR SEPTEMBER 2022

On September 19th, the Nassau County Legislature honored two Detectives from the Third Squad as Top Detectives for September 2022.

On April 22nd, a man was assaulted at Chuck E. Cheese in Hempstead. He was transferred to Winthrop where he was found to have...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: August 17, 2022

YOU COULD BE SAVING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS OFF YOUR PROPERTY TAXES!

LEGISLATOR JOHN FERRETTI’S2022 PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMEast Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH – 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PMLevitt...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 7, 2022

East Meadow Community Blood Drive

EAST MEADOW COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

anybody can give blood, be a somebody and donate!

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

East Meadow Public Library – 1886 Front St., East Meadow

 

Join...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 7, 2022

S.T.O.P. Hazardous Household Waste Collection Program Coming to East Meadow

July 7, 2022

 

 

S.T.O.P. HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE 

COLLECTION PROGRAM COMING TO EAST MEADOW

 

SATURDAY, JULY 16, 2022  -  8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Town of Hempstead Parking Field #L2

Division Avenue, Levittown&...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 7, 2022

E-CYCLING BEGINS WITH YOU!

July 7, 2022

 

E-CYCLING BEGINS WITH YOU!

 

OCEANSIDE E-CYCLE & SHREDDING EVENT

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2022  -  8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Town of Hempstead Parking Field # L2

Division Avenue, Levittown

 

Electronics waste is g...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: June 20, 2022

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORS ISLAND TREES CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONS

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was honored, along with Town Clerk Kate Murray, and Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads, to present Island Trees Superintendent Charles Murphy, Athletic Director Sean Burns and Cheerleaders with a congratulatory si...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: June 20, 2022

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORS MACARTHUR CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONS

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti and Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray were honored to present General Douglas MacArthur High School Principal Joseph Sheehan, Athletic Director Keith Snyder, Varsity Cheerleading Coach Lisa Nessler and the Varsity Che...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: June 20, 2022

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HONORED TO ATTEND LEVITTOWN 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION EVENT

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti was honored, along with New York State Assemblyman John Mikulin, Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads, Veteran Jimmy Tomei, Jim Coll and Members of the Levittown Historical Society and Lev...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: June 10, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES COVID FUNDS FOR SCHOOLS AND VEEB THROUGH LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES

in an effort to assist with the on-going COVID-19 pandemic.  

The first piece of legislation authorizes the County Executive to award grant funding through the Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) program to public and non-public schools. Th...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: March 30, 2022

COUNTY EXECUTIVE BLAKEMAN AND PRESIDING OFFICER NICOLELLO ANNOUNCE GRANTS FOR VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS

The Nassau County Legislative Majority joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce that the county is creating a program to provide grants for veterans’ halls and facilities. The grant funds will come from federal American Rescue and Reco...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: March 3, 2022

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES $2M FOR SEPTIC PROGRAM

Program grants eligible property owners up to $20,000 for nitrogen reducing septic upgrades 

Nassau County, NY -- On February 28th, the Nassau County Legislature passed a supplemental appropriation of a $2 million grant from the New York ...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: February 7, 2022

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, February 16, 2022  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PMA virtual training seminar through ZOOM

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose!

Nassau County has bee...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: January 11, 2022

FERRETTI SWORN IN FOR NEW TERM AS LEGISLATOR

On Monday, January 10th, John Ferretti was sworn in for a new term in the Nassau County Legislature for the 14th Legislative Session covering 2022-2023.

Former Congressman Peter King administered the oath of office to the Majority Caucus of the Legislature...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: December 28, 2021

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance Workshops in the 15th Legislative District

Virtual Property TAX ASSESSMENT Grievance 

Workshops in the 15th Legislative District

 

to log in to the seminar, go to link on my website:

www.nassaucountyny.gov/ld15

 

Legislator John Ferretti is hosting two 2022 Virtual Property Ta...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 19, 2021

FERRETTI AND THE LONG ISLAND ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA CENTER PRESENT: “TRAIN YOUR BRAIN”

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMLevittown Hall – 201 Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti and the Long Island Alzheimer’s & Dementia Center are hosting a memory training event t...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 18, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE PASSES COUNTY BUDGET WITH MAJORITY AMENDMENTS

County Executive has 7 days to Approve or Veto

Mineola, NY - The Nassau County Legislature voted to approve the County's budget, with the Majority's amendments by a vote of 11-8 with all Republican legislators voting in favor, and all Dem...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 13, 2021

MAJORITY ANNOUNCES AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE'S BUDGET

Mineola, NY - Today, members of the Nassau County Legislature announced the Republican Majority's Amendments to the County Executive's Budget. These amendments add no additional money to the County Budget and put more money back into residents' p...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 8, 2021

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS SUFFER FROM DELAYS GETTING COUNTY LICENSES

County Cashes Checks, then Makes Applicants Wait Over a Year, Causing Hundreds of thousands in Lost Revenue

Mineola, NY – Nassau County’s Legislative Majority was joined today by angry and frustrated local business owners and contractor...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2021

“BACK2LEVITTOWN” FACEBOOK LIVE SHOW Friday, October 29, 2021 - 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM

www.facebook.com/Back2Levittown

Join with Legislator John Ferretti and “Back 2 Levittown” host and creator Danny Tighe as we look back on how life was while growing up in Levittown in the 1960’s, 1970’s and 1980&...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2021

FERRETTI IS BRINGING THE NuHEALTH/ NUMC MAMMOGRAPHY VAN TO THE 15TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

Wednesday, October 27, 2021  •  8:15 AM to 12:00 Noon •St. Bernard’s Church – 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown

 

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is sponsoring the NuHealth/Nassau Univers...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2021

VIRTUAL OVERDOSE PREVENTION SEMINAR with NALOXONE/NARCAN TRAINING

Wednesday, October 27, 2021  •  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

A virtual training seminar through ZOOM 

You can save the life of a loved one from overdose 

Nassau County has been addressing the opioid crisis on multiple fron...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2021

FERRETTI’S TELEPHONE OFFICE HOUR Tuesday, October 26, 2021 – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is hosting a Telephone Office Hour event to address residents’ questions and concerns about County related issues. To participate and make your voice heard, please call Legislator Ferretti at 516-571-6215 o...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 6, 2021

FERRETTI TO HOST A FREE CHILD CAR SEAT SAFETY INSPECTION

 

Wednesday, October 20, 2021  •  9:00 AM to 12:00 NoonSt. Bernard’s Church (parking lot) - 3100 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown

Did you know that 3 out of 4 child car seats are installed incorrectly? Nassau County L...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 4, 2021

LEGISLATORS DEMAND AUDIT OF TAX BILL ERRORS THAT RESULTED TAX OVERBILLINGS OF OVER $16 MILLION

Left Uncorrected, Overbillings Could Total $50M by end of Reassessment Phase In

Mineola, NY - An error in the assessed values used by the Nassau County Assessor to calculate the 5-year phase in of a property tax exemption known as the Taxpayer Pro...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: October 1, 2021

COUNTY LEGISLATURE PASSES CUTS TO ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Mineola, NY - Today the Nassau County Legislature passed a bill to cut almost $100 Million Dollars in county fees incurred by Nassau residents. This money will be made up with tens of tens of millions of dollars of excess sales tax revenue over the projec...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: September 13, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY PROPOSES CUTTING ALMOST $100 MILLION DOLLARS IN COUNTY FEES

Calls on the County Executive to Submit a Budget That Cuts Taxes

The Nassau County Legislature Republican Majority introduced a bill to cut $96 Million Dollars in county fees that would be incurred by hundreds of thousands of Nassau residents. This money w...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: August 5, 2021

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Tuesday, AUGUST 24, 2021  •  1:00 PM – 7:00 PMNew Hyde Park Fire Department - 1555 Jericho Tpke., New Hyde Park

Hosted by Legislator John Ferretti, Legislator Tom McKevitt and New York Blood CenterAPPOINTMENTS ...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 27, 2021

CURRAN ADMITS "TAXPAYER PROTECTION PLAN" LED TO MANSIONS BEING CHARGED ZERO PROPERTY TAXES

Mineola, New York – On Yesterday's News 12 "Power and Politics", when asked about multi-million-dollar Nassau County mansions paying Zero in property taxes, A spokesperson for County Executive Curran said "Clearly the Taxpayer Protection Pr...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 26, 2021

LEGISLATURE ASKS FOR AUDIT OF COUNTY DEPARTMENTS & VENDORS TO ENFORCE ANTI-BDS LEGISLATION

Mineola, New York – In 2016, the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously for legislation that prohibited the County from doing business with any company or person involved in the Boycott, Divestment and Sanction (BDS) movement against Israel. The legi...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 19, 2021

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR MANSIONS PAY 0 PROPERTY TAX WHILE 65% OF HOMEOWNERS ARE SLAMMED WITH TAX HIKES

Nicolello, Majority Legislators Demand Answers from Administration

Mineola, NY – Nassau Legislature Presiding Officer Rich Nicolello today demanded answers from County Executive Laura Curran for a collection of mansions in the County, whose owner...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 13, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

NASSAU LEGISLATURE ANNOUNCES RESULTS OF COUNTY EXECUTIVE CURRAN'S REASSESSMENT

Mineola, New York – The 2020-2021 tax year was the first year of County Executive Laura Curran's reassessment. That year saw a record number of griev...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 7, 2021

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

LEGISLATOR JOHN FERRETTI – 15TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

LEGISLATOR TOM McKEVITT– 13TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT

AND THE NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT

INVITE YOU TO

AMERICA’S NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2021

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2021 • RAIN OR SHINE

7:00 P...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: July 7, 2021

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

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

SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021 - 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Levittown Parking Field L2 – Division Ave., Levittown

Legislator John Ferretti is pleased to announce that the Town of Hempstead Stop Throwi...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: June 24, 2021

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI HELPS NASSAU SENIOR WHO WAS DECLARED DEAD BY NASSAU COUNTY GET REIMBURSED

As the result of an error made by the Nassau County Department of Assessment, Ann Mazze was incorrectly declared dead by the county, causing her to lose her Enhanced STAR recipient status, other tax exemptions, and pay thousands of dollars extra in taxes....

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 11, 2021

LEGISLATURE PASSED BILL APPROVING SCHOOL BUS STOP-ARM CAMERAS FOR SEPTEMBER 2021

The Nassau County Legislature Committees passed legislation to implement school bus STOP-arm cameras by September 2021. The legislation passed unanimously though the Public Safety, Finance and Rules committees.  This legislation comes after month...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 6, 2021

LEGISLATOR FERRETTI IS HOSTING A “SHED THE MEDS” DRUG DROP OFF EVENT IN WANTAGH

 

SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2021 • 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Wantagh High School – 3297 Beltagh Ave., Wantagh

  

Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti is joining with Legislators Steve Rhoads and Tom McKevitt, the Nassau Coun...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 6, 2021

NASSAU LEGISLATIVE MAJORITY TO STATE: KILL THE GAS TAX

The Nassau County Legislative Majority today announced its strong opposition to a bill under consideration in Albany that will raise gas taxes a whopping 55 cents to 98.12 cents per gallon, which will make New York’s gas tax 57% higher than every other st...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: May 3, 2021

LEGISLATORS DISTRIBUTE COVID-19 SERVICE PINS TO NUMC HEALTHCARE HEROES

On May 3rd, Legislator John Ferretti, Legislator Tom McKevitt, Legislator Steve Rhoads, NUMC President/Chief Executive Officer Dr. Anthony Boutin and CSEA President Ron Gurerri presented COVID-19 Service Pins to Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) hea...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: April 28, 2021

LEGISLATURE CALLS FOR END TO NEW NY DISCOVERY LAWS THAT DISCOURAGE ANTI-ASIAN HATE CRIMES REPORTS

Over the last year, our nation has seen an increasing number of violent attacks on Asians as well as hate crimes in general aimed at people of different faiths and ethnicities. More recently, each week there is another story of an unprovoked attack on a m...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: April 21, 2021

NASSAU COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT SAFETY TIPS TO PREVENT STOLEN CARS AND LARCENIES FROM VEHICLES

Every 45 seconds, a car is stolen in the United States, which is close to one million stolen vehicles per year. Thefts occur at all times of the day and night and usually happen when a car has been left unlocked with the key fob left inside a vehicle equi...

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Legislative District 15
Posted on: April 12, 2021

LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS DEFEAT ELECTED ASSESSOR PROPOSAL

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COUNTY EXECUTIVE/ LEGISLATIVE DEMOCRATS REFUSE TO ALLOW PUBLIC TO VOTE ON ISSUE

Mineola, New York – Earlier this year, the Nassau County Legislative Majority filed a bill to ...

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Legislative District 15

News Flash

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Legislator Drucker Honors Plainview-Old Bethpage High School “Medical Marvels

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – During the Monday, May 22 meeting of the Nassau County Legislature, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) honored students from Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School for winning the Feinstein I...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: June 1, 2023

Legislator Drucker Commemorates Memorial Day in Plainview

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined with local veterans, residents, and his colleagues in government at Plainview’s Memorial Day parade on Monday, May 29 to pay tribute to the men and women who l...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker, Community Partners Announce 3rd Annual “Rally for Rebecca 5K Run

(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is partnering with Terri Miller, PT, Ph. D and Arthur Miller, DDS;  the United Spinal Association; Mid Island Y JCC; Plainview Water District; the Snyder Family (Denve...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Legislator Drucker Partners with NCPD’s Second Precinct To Host ‘Shed the Meds’ Event

WHAT - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Police Department Second Precinct to help residents discard their unwanted pharmaceuticals at the Syosset Public Library during a “Shed-The-Me...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: April 26, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Congratulates Winners of Fourth Annual Judy Jacobs Essay Contest

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(JERICHO, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) congratulated the winners of the Fourth Annual Judy Jacobs Essay Contest during a special ceremony at the Jericho Public Library on Thursday, April 20. 

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: April 19, 2023

Legislator Arnold Drucker, Plainview-Old Bethpage Library Host Successful Community Blood Drive

PHOTO CAPTION – Legislator Drucker spoke and thanked donors and volunteers at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library as they gave blood on Saturday, April 15. 

(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) in...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: April 14, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Joins the Muslim American Community of Syosset Annual Iftar Program

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(GLEN COVE, N.Y.) – In observance of the holy month of Ramadan, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with the Muslim American Community of Syosset for their annual Iftar celebration on Sunday, April 2.Durin...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Legislator Drucker Celebrates Educational Leaders at Plainview-Old Bethpage PTA Council Dinner

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with the Plainview-Old Bethpage School District PTA Council on Tuesday, March 28 to celebrate Founders Day and salute the district’s outstanding educ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: April 3, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Joins Colleagues at AJC Forum for Important Update

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(MELVILLE, N.Y.) Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with the American Jewish Committee (AJC) and his colleagues in government at Temple Beth Torah in Melville on Thursday, March 30 for an AJC presentation on the St...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 29, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker, New York Blood Center Host Community Blood Drive at Plainview\

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) invites residents to donate blood at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 999 Old Country Road, Plainview, N.Y. 11803 from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 29, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Partners with NuHealth to Host Breast Cancer Screenings

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is partnering with NuHealth to bring the breast cancer screening van to the Midway Jewish Center in Syosset from 8:10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 27. Free mammograms will ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 28, 2023

Legislator Attends Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education “Legislative Breakfast'"

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with his colleagues in government and the Plainview-Old Bethpage Board of Education on Saturday, March 18 for the annual “Legislative Break...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Statement from Sponsors of ‘Families Against Fentanyl’ Law

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced today that, through a partnership with the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependency (LICADD), the County will stock AEDs on County property with Narcan kits.

Following today’s ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Legislator Drucker Reads to Students at Old Bethpage Elementary School in Honor of Dr. Seuss Day

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(OLD BETHPAGE, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) had the privilege of reading to some of his district’s youngest constituents during a visit to Mrs. Donahue’s fourth grade class at the Old Bet...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Legislator Drucker Congratulates Honorees of Young Israel of Plainview’s 51st Journal Dinner

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(PLAINVIEW and ROSLYN, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined Young Israel of Plainview on Sunday, March 12 for their 51st Journal Dinner at the Shelter Rock Jewish Center in Roslyn. As part of the fe...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Legislator Drucker, Family and Children’s Association Host Scam Prevention Seminar

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined forces with the Family and Children’s Association and on Friday, March 10 to host a “Senior Scam Awareness” presentation for memb...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Legislator Drucker Invites Students to Participate in 4th Annual Judy Jacobs Essay Award Contest

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - In honor of Women’s History Month and the legacy of the late Nassau County Legislator and former Presiding Officer Judy Jacobs, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is proud to announce the fourth annual J...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: March 7, 2023

Legislator Drucker Supports Annual Pajama Day at M.A.T.S.S. Kids’ Gym

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(SYOSSET, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) visited M.A.T.S.S. Kids Gym in Syosset for their annual Pajama Day festivities on Friday, March 3.During the event, which also serves as a book and pajama drive, youngsters wore ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 28, 2023

Minority Caucus Delivers Tax Relief for Nassau County’s Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) – Minority Caucus lawmakers applauded the unanimous Monday, Feb. 27 passage of a Minority-spearheaded proposal that will ensure Nassau County’s volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers receive the maximum property t...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Legislators Drucker and Lafazan Honor Syosset-Woodbury Chamber of Commerce Leaders

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(SYOSSET, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislators Arnold W. Drucker (D – Syosset) and Joshua A. Lafazan (D – Woodbury) joined with local community leaders and their colleagues in local government at Encore Luxury Living on Thursday...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 21, 2023

Legislator Drucker Thanks Students for Creating Valentine's Day Cards for Seniors

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(PLAINVIEW and JERICHO, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) teamed up with the Plainview-Old Bethpage and Jericho School Districts to deliver Valentine’s Day greetings cards to residents at The Residences ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Legislator Drucker Attends Health & Welfare Council of Long Island’s Winter Quarterly Meeting

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) attended the Health & Welfare Council of Long Island’s (HWCLI) winter quarterly on Thursday, Feb. 2. Focused on the topic of “The State of Social Justic...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 3, 2023

Legislator Drucker Joins Colleagues at CN Guidance & Counseling Legislative Town Hall

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(HICKSVILLE, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined his colleagues in government at CN Guidance and Counseling’s Hicksville headquarters on Friday, Feb. 3 for a legislative town hall focused on addressing the m...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 3, 2023

Legislator Drucker Commemorates World Hijab Day

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) commemorated Wednesday, Feb. 1 as World Hijab Day by welcoming Wazma Wardak Hassan, founder and CEO of Afghan Americans of New York (AANY), to the Theodore Roosevelt Executive &a...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: February 2, 2023

Legislator Drucker Invites Residents to Attend Free, Virtual Community Assessment Grievance Workshop

WHAT: Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Assessment Review Commission (ARC) to host a free virtual community assessment grievance workshop to inform residents about how to challenge the...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: January 30, 2023

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, religious leaders and his colleagues in government on Wednesday, Jan. 25 to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Da...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Legislator Drucker and Plainview Old Bethpage School District Host Anti-Semetism Educational Meeting

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) –Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) recently joined with his colleagues in government, community leaders, and Plainview-Old Bethpage School District administrators, students, and faculty members for an o...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Legislator Drucker Welcomes tec5USA to Plainview

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(PLAINVIEW, N.Y.) – Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined with the leaders of tec5USA on Thursday, Jan. 19 to celebrate the grand opening of their new Plainview headquarters. The high-tech firm develops and ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: January 18, 2023

Legislator Drucker Celebrates Grand Opening of K9 Resorts in Syosset

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(SYOSSET, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) celebrated the grand opening of K9 Resorts in Syosset on Saturday, Jan. 14 - a pet resort that offers luxurious and safe accommodations for clients’ four-legged friends...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: January 9, 2023

County Executive Owes Residents Action, Not Rhetoric, In New Year

As we embark upon 2023, Nassau County taxpayers should take stock of what County Executive Bruce Blakeman has - and has not - achieved during his first year in office. While he made many promises on the campaign trail and during his first year in office, ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: December 29, 2022

Legislator Drucker: Amazon’s Repayment of $2.5M in IDA Incentives a Victory for Nassau Taxpayers

(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - On Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, Newsday reported that the Nassau County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) confirmed that Amazon has repaid nearly $2.5 million in tax breaks “because it cannot fulfill a promise to create ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Legislator Drucker Thanks Community for Tremendous Success of Districtwide Winter Coat Drive

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(JERICHO, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) visited the Jericho Public Library on Tuesday, Dec. 20 to thank Jericho Public Library Director Angela Cinquemani and PR/Program Coordinator Phyllis Cox for their partnership in ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Legislator Drucker, Sid Jacobson JCC ‘Shine a Light on Hunger’

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(EAST HILLS, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined with his colleagues in government and leaders of the Sid Jacboson JCC on Thursday, Dec. 15 to “Shine a Light on Hunger” and spotlight young leaders ...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Legislator Arnold W. Drucker Commemorates Hanukkah in Nassau County at “Latkes and Lights” Event

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(MINEOLA, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) joined with his colleagues in government, community leaders and members of Nassau County's Task Force to Combat Antisemitism on Thursday, Dec. 15 for “Latkes a...

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Legislative District 16
Posted on: December 12, 2022

Legislator Drucker Celebrates the Holiday Season with the Plainview-Old Bethpage Senior Citizen Club

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(WOODBURY, N.Y.) - Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) celebrated the holiday season with mem