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The Lindenhurst Rotary Club and Village of Lindenhurst’s 2023 Snapper Derby will be held on 8/19/23 at the Village Marina. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and fishing is from 9:00 AM to 11:00, with raffles, awards, and fun until noon!
PILOT TRAFFIC CHANGES ON CATSKILL AVENUE
UPDATE NOTICE – 9/5/2023
PILOT TRAFFIC CHANGES ON CATSKILL AVENUE
In July, the Village of Lindenhurst retained Greenman-Pedersen Inc. (GPI) of Babylon, N.Y., an engineering consulting firm, to have their Traffic Engineers review the Catskill Avenue Pilot Program, and make recommendations as to the best way forward. The traffic study has been extended in order to include a study of traffic during the morning and afternoon commute while school is in session. The final traffic study findings will be presented at the next public meeting regarding this topic:
Third Public Meeting Regarding Catskill Avenue Pilot Program
September 26, 2023 at 7:00 PM – Doors Open at 6:30 PM
Rainbow Room (located at the Rainbow Center) 293 Buffalo Avenue
Questions and comments from the public will be heard following the presentation.
Copies of the traffic study will be available at the meeting.
**Copies of this notice will be hand delivered by the Department of Public Works to the properties in this area.
UPDATE NOTICE – 7/14/2023
Please be advised, in response to the concerns of residents expressed at the June 29th Public Meeting, the Village Board has retained Greenman-Pedersen Inc. (GPI), of Babylon, N.Y., an engineering consulting firm, to have their Traffic Engineers review the Catskill Avenue Pilot Program, and make recommendations as to the best way forward. Therefore, please be advised that the Pilot Program will remain while GPI Traffic Engineers are working on the study. The Traffic Engineers will be doing the following within the next week:
Along westbound NY 27/Sunrise Highway, a left turn lane to Catskill Avenue is in place. The Village recently closed access to Catskill Avenue and 41st Street along the south side of Sunrise Highway. Some residents along Buffalo Avenue have raised concerns about the increase in traffic, particularly truck traffic, since the aforementioned closures were put in place. GPI is being retained to conduct traffic counts to determine the volume and vehicle mix of U-turns at the Catskill Avenue median opening and their destination along eastbound Sunrise Highway. This will include the number of vehicles and vehicle type that turn right onto Buffalo Ave, turn illegally at 41st and 42nd Avenues, turn into businesses or continue east of Buffalo Ave.
The Traffic Study will last for two weeks, and a report is expected within two weeks of its conclusion. The public will be notified when the report is completed, and will be available for review. Please note, the Village Board will not make any permanent changes to the traffic flow without an additional Public Meeting, with input from the GPI Traffic Engineers and the residents.
Thank you for everyone’s patience in this matter. I trust that the final decision on the traffic flow will be resolved to the benefit and satisfaction of the majority of our residents. Again, thank you.
Douglas Madlon, Administrator Clerk
This notice will also be hand delivered to homes in the area, shared via the Village’s Genasys alert system, posted to social media, and posted to the Village’s website. Feel free to share this information with your neighbors.
A MESSAGE FROM LINDENHURST MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA
It is that time of the year when temperatures are climbing, with some days over 90 degrees. The excessive heat can be very dangerous for everyone, especially pets, infants, and the elderly. Here are some helpful tips on how to stay cool and safe during excessive heat days:
Most of us that live on the South Shore of Long Island wait all year long to enjoy the fun that the summer months here have to offer. So, enjoy the summer sun, but take the proper precautions to stay safe and hydrated.
Also, please remember to Watch Your Speed while driving throughout our Village. With our children out of school for the summer, and with so many events going on in the Village, there are a lot more people out and about. Therefore, when you are driving, please be patient and courteous, and watch out for pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists. Please remember — safety first, slow down, and let’s all enjoy the summer!
I continue to be proud to serve as your Mayor.
A MESSAGE FROM LINDENHURST MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA
I want to offer congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School Class of 2023! We wish you all great success as you begin your next journey, and may you carry your “Lindy Pride” with you wherever you go!
It would not have been the beginning of summer without the Lindenhurst Memorial Day Parade, honoring Americans who died while serving in the armed forces. Thank you to the brave men and women who served and sacrificed to preserve our freedom. My thanks to the Lindenhurst Veterans of Foreign War and United Veterans Council, and all who participated in this year’s parade. The parade featured veterans, community and service clubs marching, along with the Lindenhurst High School & Middle School Marching Bands, and the Lindenhurst Fire Department.
This year’s parade also honored three Grand Marshals representing veterans that fought in WWII- Joseph Randazzo, the Korean War- Thomas Aloisi, and the Vietnam War-Commander Thomas Kelly. I hope everyone enjoyed the parade, and had a restful and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend.
It would also not be summer in Lindenhurst without our FREE Summer Concert Series! Most every Friday & Saturday night, and including some Sundays, this summer, beginning at 7:30 pm, great music for all will be presented at the Village Square Park Gazebo. Bring a lawn chair, and visit one of our fine Downtown restaurants for some food and drink before the show! The series kicks off on Friday, June 23th with a comedy night and Saturday June 24th with “Day Trippers,” a Beatles tribute band. The full calendar of concert dates and performers is available on the Village website: www.villageoflindenhurstny.gov.
Finally, a lot of good things have been happening in Lindenhurst these past few months including the Lindenhurst Fire Department’s 184th installation of newly-elected officers: Chief of the Department David Collins, First Assistant Chief Robert Santos, Second Assistant Chief Jonathan Cutolo; Third Assistant Chief David Brink; Secretary Charles Vozzo and Treasurer Sarah Marie Callahan. Also, a big thank you to outgoing Chief Michael DeGregorio for his many years of selfless service to the Lindenhurst community.
I might also point out, in an effort to keep Lindenhurst Fire Department’s life-saving response fast and effective, the Village has hired two full-time Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). The EMT’s are first responders who are trained in basic medical knowledge and skills to provide immediate medical care to residents in an emergency. They are often the first Lindenhurst Fire Department emergency service providers to arrive on the scene of a crisis, such as an accident, medical emergency, fire or natural disaster. An EMT’s responsibility is to provide basic and emergency medical care to stabilize the person in crisis before transporting them to a hospital where they can be further assisted by a physician.
There are so many more good things going on in our Lindenhurst Community — too many for me to write in this month’s Mayor’s Message. However, stay tuned, I will be writing again next month to keep all our residents up to date.
Once again, I am humbled and proud to serve as your Mayor.
Update 7/6/2023 – As a result of the public meeting, the Village has hired a traffic engineer to conduct a traffic study of the pilot program changes. The changes will remain in effect while the study is being conducted.
Update 6/23/2023 – The next public information meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 29th at 7:00 PM at the Rainbow Room, 293 Buffalo Avenue.
Back in December 2022, the Village of Lindenhurst held a public informational meeting to discuss proposed traffic safety measures to make a section of Catskill Avenue, from 33rd Street to North Strong Avenue, a One- Way Traffic Only southbound street, and to stop southbound traffic onto Catskill Avenue from Sunrise Highway. Based on feedback from local residents at that community meeting, the Village is now planning a “Pilot Program” to temporarily test the new proposed traffic changes.
THEREFORE, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, beginning June 12, 2023, a roadblock will be installed southbound on Catskill Avenue at 40th Street, which will prohibit southbound traffic exiting Sunrise Highway from using Catskill Avenue. Additionally, Catskill Avenue at North Strong Avenue will be closed off, prohibiting traffic from leaving North Strong Avenue onto Catskill Avenue and traffic from Catskill Avenue heading to North Strong Avenue. A roadblock will also be placed on the western side of Catskill Avenue at 32nd Street with a “NO OUTLET” sign so that traffic is aware there is no exit to North Strong Avenue. These temporary traffic measures will be in place until July 3, 2023. Please visit the Village website for a visual map of the changes – www.villageoflindenhurstny.gov
After July 3, the Village will schedule another public information meeting to solicit community feedback on the resulting pros and cons of this pilot program.
Starting June 1, 2023, Village Hall will be open from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. If you have any questions, please contact Village Hall at (631) 957-7500 or by email to info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov.
The Village of Lindenhurst is excited to announce May’s 100th Anniversary Event!
The Village and the Knights of Columbus are co-sponsoring a “Roaring 20s Centennial Party” on Friday, May 19th, 2023 from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM at the Moose Lodge, 883 South Broadway.Tickets are $95 per person or $85 per person when purchasing a table. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lindenhursts-roaring-20s-centennial-party-tickets-617996673687 No tickets will be sold at the door. All tickets must be purchased in advance.
The event will feature a buffet dinner, open bar, live music, and entertainment! Dress for the decade and help us celebrate the Village’s 100th anniversary!
Special thanks to our 100th anniversary sponsors:
Ridgewood Savings Bank
BACCA
Lindenhurst Business Improvement District
Lindenhurst Mayor’s Beautification Society
Lindenhurst Rotary Club
The Village of Lindenhurst is excited to announce May’s 100th Anniversary Event!
The Village and the Knights of Columbus are co-sponsoring a “Roaring 20s Centennial Party” on Friday, May 19th, 2023 from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM at the Moose Lodge, 883 South Broadway.
Tickets are $95 per person or $85 per person when purchasing a table. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lindenhursts-roaring-20s-centennial-party-tickets-617996673687 No tickets will be sold at the door. All tickets must be purchased in advance.
The event will feature a buffet dinner, open bar, live music, and entertainment! Dress for the decade and help us celebrate the Village’s 100th anniversary!
Special thanks to our 100th anniversary sponsors:
Ridgewood Savings Bank
BACCA
Lindenhurst Business Improvement District
Lindenhurst Mayor’s Beautification Society
Lindenhurst Rotary Club
The Town of Babylon recently held their 34th Annual Women’s History Month Program — “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”. One of this year’s honorees was long-time Village of Lindenhurst resident Diane Reynolds. Former owner of Diane’s Dance Studio, Diane’s work has had a significant impact, on her students and the community at large. Diane taught life lessons, in addition to dance fundamentals, such as discipline, time management, self-confidence, and teamwork. Her former students feel grateful for the lessons she taught and they have carried those lessons forward as teachers and mentors to others.
The other honorees at the event included Patricia Cahaney. Girls Inc. of Long Island, Verdel Jones, Lori-Ann Novello & Lindy Cares, Inc., Ledy Torres, and Allyson Uttendorfer.
