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Through each storm, one constant has been the extraordinary dedication of our Department of Public Works. While we watch the snow from the warmth of our homes, the men and women of the DPW are at work, often through the night, ensuring that the village remains safe and accessible. more
Transparency is not about satisfying curiosity, it’s about accountability, trust and ensuring that power remains where it belongs: with the citizens. more
For many residents, these storms brought back memories of winters past. The work of our DPW crews helped ensure that, as always, our community continued to move forward safely. And that is something worth remembering — in every season. more
We can have more wind projects, but they must be cost-effective, and they cannot, at the present time, replace natural gas, either in cost or reliability. The fantasy has finally come to an end. more
Their efforts were deeply appreciated, and their hard work must not go unnoticed. I just wish that, for residents in every corner of our town, there were more thorough preparation so that those workers could be better deployed by their superiors and the elected officials who are ultimately responsible for results. more
Taken together, these proposals reflect a clear conclusion: New York’s current energy policies are driving costs higher, and require meaningful reform. The solutions are already on the table. It’s time to act. For too long, residents have carried the burden, and their calls for fairness, transparency and affordability must be heard. more
The three parties to academic governance constitute a system that is intended to support academic freedom — the freedom to inquire, imagine and innovate, in fulfillment of missions for teaching, research and service. more
Long Islanders can’t afford to remain silent while decisions are made that shape our future without our input. Long Island deserves to be heard, deserves to be respected and deserves leadership that will fight for its future. more
Protecting animals is not only the right thing to do — it strengthens our entire community. Fewer animals in crisis means fewer strained resources, safer neighborhoods and more successful adoptions. Most important, it means fewer animals suffering in silence. more
If you’re a first-time homebuyer making a down payment, a seller waiting on the proceeds from a home sale or a family expecting settlement funds, you trust your attorney to safeguard your money in an escrow account. For many New Yorkers, that money represents years of savings — funds meant for a home, a fresh start or long-term security — not for misuse. more
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