Pollack to Remain Active

As my term as town councilman draws to a close, I want to thank the people of North Hempstead for giving me the privilege and honor of serving in that capacity.

We live in a wonderful and vibrant community. Its diversity provides endless challenges and equally endless opportunities for local government. Throughout my term I have worked with hundreds of people from all parts of the town to meet those challenges and take advantage of those opportunities.

Whether it was creation of the town's Environmental Trust Fund, development of a coordinated effort to enhance our waterfront, legislation to protect trees or finding a solution to a complex traffic problem, my experience has been that the best ideas come from our residents.

When I was elected, I believed that the town's most important natural resource was our three harbors and bays. Quickly, I learned that it was actually our people!

Of course I was disappointed with the results of the election, but the ability to change government is fundamental to our system. Although I will no longer serve as a councilman, it is my firm intention to remain active. My commitment to a healthy and vibrant waterfront, a modern zoning code, a beautiful environment and decent, affordable housing will not expire with my term.

Again, thank you and my best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year.

Fred L. Pollack
Councilman