Governor Signs Significant Pension Reform

Says Future Savings on Long Island in Range of $8.5 Billion Over 30 Years

Governor David A. Paterson signed into law last week pension reform legislation in North Hempstead Town Hall that is expected to provide more than $35 billion in long-term savings to New York taxpayers over the next 30 years. It will, he said, save $8.5 billion on Long Island and will provide much needed long-term property tax relief.

TNH Part of Nassau Sea Change

Manhasset, Albertson, and the Willistons Boost Mangano Win  

Four years ago, Thomas R. Suozzi was re-elected county executive by a comfortable 21-point margin over his Republican Party challenger, Gregory Peterson. With election results of the 2009 race now official, Edward I. Mangano, a Republican from Bethpage, is the new county executive. According to the Nassau County Board of Elections, the final total gave Mangano a 122,490 to 122,104 margin over Suozzi. 

Michelle Schimel Sponsors Insurance Forum

In response to numerous constituent questions and complaints with respect to insurance coverage, Assembly Member Michelle Schimel sponsored a community forum in which she invited representatives of the New York State Insurance Department to address community residents and answer questions.

More Than 1,900 People Participated in Community Chest Thanksgiving Day Run

More than 1,900 people participated in the Community Chest Thanksgiving Day Run this year.  Runners and walkers of all ages were cheered on by family and friends on a mild and very pleasant Thanksgiving morning.

Kelli O’Hara Sparkled in Landmark on Main Street’s 15th Annual Spotlight Gala

A sold-out audience gathered for South Pacific star Kelli O’Hara’s Port Washington debut at Landmark’s Spotlight Gala on Nov. 7 setting a new fundraising record with unprecedented community support.  “It comes at a crucial point in time as we, along with most non-profit organizations, struggle to meet our operating budgets,” said Joseph Asselta, co-president of Landmark’s Board of Directors.

Port Honors Its Brave Soldiers on Veterans Day 2009

On Nov. 11. Port Washington held a Veterans Day observance in Sunset Park at the Sousa Bandshell. Owen Costello memorialized that day in photos, which tell the story about this solemn and heartfelt observance. Here they are:

Port’s Halo of Cell-Towers – The Cell-Out Part 2

At some point in the near future, Port Washington may be circled by a halo of cell-towers. Their effect would be anything but angelic judging from recent public opinion. Tonight, Nov. 19 at 8 p.m., Manorhaven’s village hall should be packed for the second time with angry and concerned citizens. Giovanna Giunta, a Manhasset Isle resident and local organizer, commented, “This battle is about the safety and well being of our community. We will stand united to protect our children, Port Washington and our property values. It’s not too late for the tower to be removed and to correct the errors of the past. We’re only in Round 2 and will continue fighting.”

Pollack Announces Position on Parking in Port

No Consensus to Support Tiered Parking Facility

In 2005, more than 1,000 residents of Port Washington participated in the Community Visioning Process. One of the three issues that generated almost unanimous support was the construction of tiered parking. As a result of that recommendation, the town began its consideration of building a parking garage to address the shortage of parking within Port Washington. That process culminated in a public hearing last May and continued public discussion since then.

Port Washington Now Has a Port!

Exciting New Addition to Waterfront in Port North

On what may have been the last gasp of summer recently, it was the official beginning of a completely new and beautiful addition to our waterfront. Port North Mayor Bob Weitzner officiated at a ribbon cutting for the Bay Walk, which is part of Phase I of an extensive waterfront beautification project that was recently completed along some of the commercial property on Manhasset Bay.

Urgent Request: Bone Marrow Match Sought

Be Tested Sunday, Nov. 15 at Reconstructionist Synagogue

Alan Cohen, husband, father, and graduate of Roslyn High School, has an aggressive form of leukemia, and is in urgent need of a bone marrow transplant.

The best chance for a match will be in Jews of Ashkenazic descent. Alan is one out of thousands of patients in need of a bone marrow transplant and you could be their only hope.