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Civic Law

Q: I’ve been reading a lot lately about a 2% tax cap which the State has imposed on local governments and school districts. But my taxes aren’t going down? What is this all about? A: … more

By A. Thomas Levin | 3/19/13

Real Estate Law

Q: I have been unable to fill a vacancy in my retail building, shouldn’t the taxes come down? A: Every property must be assessed each January, based on its condition. Unless you file a … more

By Richard G. Fromewick | 3/19/13

For Sandy victims, promises aren't enough

More than four months after Hurricane Sandy, many homes along the South Shore remain in shambles. Countless businesses still have not reopened. more

3/7/13

Thank you, Legislator Ford

Last week, Governor Cuomo unveiled his 2013-14 budget. He proposed to increase school aid statewide by 3 percent while keeping overall state spending growth under 2 percent. more

1/31/13

Why do our school taxes continue to soar?

In 2011, the median property tax bill in Nassau County was $8,478, putting Nassau a close second to Westchester County for the highest property taxes in the country. more

10/24/12

Real Estate Law

Q. I don’t understand, if my tax assessment was reduced why did my real estate taxes increase?A.This is unfortunately a common situation. The County, Town, Village and School budgets do … more

By Richard G. Fromewick | 9/27/12

Reassessing the county executive

This time last year, the Herald evaluated Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano’s midterm progress. We graded him on how well he had followed through with his campaign promises and how effectively he had dealt with the major issues facing the county. more

9/13/12

Ed Mangano's midterm report card

Halfway through his first term as county executive, Ed Mangano is proposing yet another budget that takes a hatchet to spending. more

9/29/11

Legislator Norma Gonsalves sponsored a workshop for residents interested in filing their own applications to appeal assessed values on their properties.

East Meadow residents learn how to save money

Do it yourself. That was the message sent by representatives from the Nassau County Department of Assessment during two recent forums held at the East Meadow Public Library, on Jan. 27 and on … more

by Mike Caputo | 2/16/11

State assessment scores were down this year across New York State, including East Meadow, as the Education Department changed its scoring system after the tests were administered.

Scoring changes lower East Meadow test results

Grades on the state English Language Arts and math exams fell in East Meadow, across Long Island and throughout New York after the State Education Department recalibrated the proficiency ratings at … more

Mike Caputo | 8/4/10

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