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High-speed rail for L.I. deserves public support

With the Biden administration pushing a $2 trillion national infrastructure plan, what once seemed like a fantasy — high-speed rail for the Northeast — is slowly, steadily becoming a distinct possibility . . . more

4/8/21

The Valley Stream village board will hold a public hearing on March 24 regarding the proposed use of eminent domain to take over vacant buildings in Gibson.

Valley Stream postpones hearing on Gibson buildings

The Valley Stream village board will hold a public hearing on Monday night regarding its planned use of eminent domain to take blight property in Gibson. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 3/19/14

The village board has begun eminent domain proceedings for a pair of vacant commercial buildings on Gibson Boulevard.

Valley Stream moves to take Gibson buildings

“Enough is enough,” said Mayor Ed Fare as he announced the village’s intention to take possession of two vacant commercial buildings in Gibson through eminent domain, demolish them and find another use for the blighted property. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/2/14

Valley Stream officials say they are considering several options, including eminent domain, to get rid of vacant stores in Gibson.

Valley Stream considers eminent domain in Gibson

Valley Stream officials say they will try to have two vacant commercial buildings on Gibson Boulevard, which residents have been calling an eyesore for years, condemned. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/26/13

Village Officials are hoping to complete the acquisition of 195 Rockaway Ave. within the next two months.

Valley Stream close to getting downtown building

Valley Stream should own the building at 195 Rockaway Ave. within 60 days, according to Mayor Ed Fare. The village is moving ahead with its acquisition of the building through eminent domain to serve a law enforcement annex. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/26/12

Village officials are looking to take over the old municipal building on Rockaway Avenue.

Some support, others oppose downtown building purchase

The village moved one step closer to purchasing an office building on Rockaway Avenue after an hour-long public hearing at Village Hall on Monday night. Several residents had questions about the proposed purchase, while others praised officials for making a commitment to the downtown business district. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/21/11

The old Municipal building on Rockaway Avenue is up for sale and Valley Stream officials are looking to buy it to serve as the court and Village Hall annex.

Valley Stream officials look to buy old Village Hall

The Valley Stream Village Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Monday night about its plans to purchase a building on Rockaway Avenue to serve as a Village Hall annex. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 9/15/11

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