Keyword: LIPA
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We need to change LIPA, but with care
The Long Island Power Authority is a nonprofit municipal electric utility that has operated in some capacity on Long Island for over 25 years. For as long as I can remember, LIPA has been about as popular as a root canal. more
Under the governor’s proposal, LIPA would be reduced to five members.
Governor proposes privatization of L.I.'s utilities
Following months of deliberation regarding the future of the Long Island Power Authority, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has proposed legislation that would privatize Long Island’s utility operations. more
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Sunday that the state will allocate a portion of its federal Sandy aid to help LIPA cover the costs of relocating electrical poles.
State to cover cost of elevating LIPA poles
After city officials and residents blasted the Long Island Power Authority for telling homeowners that they would be responsible for paying thousands of dollars to install new electrical poles to … more
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residents who are attempting to elevate their homes are angry about a LIPA policy that requires homeowners to pay thousands of dollars to elevate utility poles.
Homeowners who elevate may owe LIPA thousands
A process that already has residents up a wall may now send them up a pole. A number of homeowners in Long Beach who are attempting to elevate their homes to avoid costly flood insurance rate … more
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LIPA faced a barrage of criticism for its response to Hurricane Sandy.
LIPA's future remains uncertain
It’s been five months since Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc on the shores of Long Island, and the state government, led by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, continues the process of reworking its utility storm and preparation response. more
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Power restored to thousands in East End
Thousands of residents in the East End found themselves without power midday Wednesday. Around 11:20 a.m, roughly 3,220 customers in Long Beach and Lido Beach lost power, according to Long Island … more
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LIPA weathers the storm
Due to the preparations it took in advance of Nemo, LIPA said that it was able to respond to outages quickly and get things up and running again much faster than after Hurricane Sandy. … more
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LIPA and National Grid have called in more tree trimming crews in preparation for the storm. The high winds knocking down lines is a chief concerns.
LIPA and National Grid prepare for storm
In preparation of the snow storm that is going to hit Long Island, National Grid has taken over preparations of LIPA’s systems and is getting ready for thousands of potential outages. In a … more
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Where, oh where, is Long Island's wind farm?
I ran for 45 minutes over the seashell-coated paths and up and down the steep hills of Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick last Saturday, and I didn’t meet a soul, which was surprising and strange, even a little eerie. more
State Sen. Kemp Hannon is one of many local officials who shared their 2013 wishlist with the Herald
East Meadow leaders look ahead
The new year may be only a few days old, but local leaders are wasting no time in setting their priorities for 2013. The Herald asked elected officials and community leaders what they plan to focus on this year. more
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