Village of Lindenhurst

Long Island, NY

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA

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November 20, 2020

 

Dear Village Residents,

The Pandemic is becoming more critical all across the United States; new records are being set daily.  According to Newsday, as of November 18th, there has been a 5.29 daily increase in Corona Virus cases within the Village of Lindenhurst.

With the Thanksgiving Holiday and extended time off from work this week, everyone should re-think how they will be seeing their families, extended families, and friends.  Consider smaller groups and, if possible, separate tables.  Maybe invite family and friends over to celebrate Thanksgiving on different days so that you maintain a smaller group.  Another suggestion is to use technology to celebrate the holiday with friends and loved ones.

A vaccine is very close for distribution, so I am hopeful the Pandemic of 2020 might be over soon.  However, in the meantime, it is going to be different during our Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.  Kicking the Holiday Season off with a family “super-spreader” get together would be heart breaking.

Again, I urge everyone to use an abundance of caution to provide your family and friends the safety, security, and peace of mind so that everyone can focus on family, friends, and festive holiday fun. May God bless all of you, and I am proud to serve Lindenhurst as your Mayor.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor

Free Masks Available for Lindenhurst Village Businesses

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The Village of Lindenhurst received a generous donation of PPE from Village Resident Franklin Cruz. The Village would like to distribute these masks to businesses located in the Village of Lindenhurst. If your business would like to receive a box of 50 masks, please fill out the below form and submit via email to info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov.

If you have any questions, please contact Village Hall at (631) 957-7500 or by email info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov.

Mask Request Form for Businesses

Downtown Project Announced

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The Village of Lindenhurst held a press conference to announce the start of several projects in the downtown. One of those projects being the construction of bulb-outs on South Wellwood Avenue. The Village will be working with Greenman-Pedersen Inc. and using Suffolk County Jumpstart Grant funds to construct several bulb-outs along South Wellwood Avenue. The bulb-outs will improve pedestrian safety and create a more walkable downtown.

It was also announced that 30,000 were donated to the downtown businesses by Village resident and businessman, Franklin Cruz. These masks will be distributed for use by employees and customers.

Trustee RJ Renna stated, “The funding from Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone will greatly assist with ongoing improvements to our downtown.” Mayor Lavorata noted that, “This is one more step forward in the revitalization of the Village’s downtown. We look forward to putting these improvements in place with the funds from the Jumpstart grant.”

Pictured are Trustee RJ Renna, Frank Pearson of GPI, Chamber of Commerce President JoAnn Boettcher, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Trustee Joan Masterson, Senator John Brooks, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle and Brendan Cunningham of Assemblywoman Kimberley Jean-Pierre’s office.

Mayor’s Message – September 2020

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September 23, 2020

 

Dear Village Residents:

With all the news of the Coronavirus crisis, it would be easy to forget that experts are calling for an active tropical storm and hurricane season.  Tropical Storm/Hurricane Season began June 1st and will last until November 30th, but the peak of the season will be in our area throughout September and October.  That being said, we do not want to be figuring things out as a major storm bears down on us, and, as such, the Village continues to look for ways to improve and fine-tune our emergency preparedness plans, and we encourage our residents to do the same.  We should all prepare for potential severe weather situations like hurricanes, tropical storms, nor’easters, and abnormal high tide flooding events.  Here are some important tips to keep in mind for your planning:

  • If a hurricane, or another tropical storm, hits and power is interrupted, and with the current pandemic, residents should be prepared to shelter at home.
  • At minimum, everyone should have on hand:
    • 3-days of food
    • 7-days of medication
    • 3-gallons of drinking water per person
    • LED flashlights
    • A battery-powered AM radio.
  • Make sure to have extra cash on hand if a storm is approaching, and be sure your fuel tank is full. Bank ATMs and gas pumps may not work if electricity goes out.
  • If you have pets, have a kit for them too, with items like a carrier, medicine, and ample food supplies.
  • Create a family emergency plan and emergency contact list.

Above, I have listed some of the basics for being prepared for the next storm event.  The Village of Lindenhurst is here to assist our residents in any way we can be of help.  Our community continues to be “Lindy Strong”, helping one another in times of need.  I can never state it enough, I am proud to be your Mayor.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor

Eagle Scout Project Dedication

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Anthony Chiarelli, of Troop 60, recently completed his Eagle Scout Project by constructing a Memorial Garden at Lindenhurst Village Park.  Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “Not every scout makes Eagle.  It takes hard work, extreme focus, and dedication to achieve Eagle Scout.  So, thank you, Anthony, for the construction of this beautiful Memorial Garden, which you dedicated in memory of my beloved wife, Helen Lavorata.”

Pictured here with Anthony (left to right) are:  Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Legislative Aide Anne Parmely from NYS Senator Phil Boyle’s Office, NYS Senator John Brooks, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Nicole Lavorata, NYS Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, Mayor Lavorata, and Anthony’s father, Joe Chiarelli.

2020 Summer Rec Program Comes to an End

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The annual Village Summer Recreation Camp recently concluded at Village Park. With reduced enrollment and strict CDC & Board of Health protocols in effect, the campers certainly had a summer of fun in the sun. Pictured here is camper Gio Sanzone, along with some of the counselors who worked hard to provide campers with a safe and enjoyable camp experience.

Village Partners with Johnson Controls

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The Village of Lindenhurst recently teamed up with Johnson Controls in a major Energy Savings Performance contract.  With goals that include sourcing project funding, addressing deferred maintenance, and setting the standard for efficiency, the Village will undergo a community-wide initiative for sustainability.  The $5.8 million agreement is guaranteed by Johnson Controls to generate $8.3 million in energy cost savings over 20 years, helping the Village achieve long-term budget neutrality.  The Village is financing the project through a low-interest loan from Sterling Bank, rather than bonding.

The Village will lease the equipment from Johnson Controls for 20 years before it takes ownership.  Since it is a lease program, it doesn’t count toward the Village’s debt load and won’t raise taxes.  The project will be paid over time through its guaranteed savings, empowering the Village to focus resources on community wellness and services.

The project, guaranteed to be completed within 14 months, encompasses 11 buildings across the Village, two parks, and the marina.  LED lighting will be installed within municipality facilities and in outdoor community spaces, generating $31,000 in lighting rebates.  To further maximize the energy efficiency effort, the Rainbow Center’s aged boiler will be replaced with a new high-efficiency boiler, and electric car charging stations will be installed at Village Hall.  For energy renewability, solar PV systems will be constructed on facility rooftops, as well as the rooftop of a new carport in the Village’s commuter rail parking lot.

Johnson Controls experts will also help the Village develop innovative waste oil heating practices, converting used truck oil into efficient energy for the community.

Lindenhurst is proud to be a leader in sustainability in the Long Island region, and are dedicated to providing a community that will continue to serve citizens for generations to come.

Mayor’s Message – August 2020

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August 17, 2020

 

Dear Village Residents:

One thing I have learned from a week of trees down and massive power outages from Tropical Storm Isaias — now is the best time to prepare for the next tropical storm or hurricane.  With all the news of the Coronavirus crisis, it would be easy to forget that experts are calling for an active tropical storm and hurricane season; we do not want to be figuring things out as a major storm bears down on us.  Here are some important tips to keep in mind for your planning:

  • If a hurricane, or another tropical storm, hits and power is interrupted, and with the current pandemic, residents should be prepared to shelter at home.
  • At minimum, everyone should have on hand:
    • 3-days of food
    • 7-days of medication
    • 3-gallons of drinking water per person
    • LED flashlights
    • A battery-powered AM radio.
  • Make sure to have extra cash on hand if a storm is approaching, and be sure your fuel tank is full. Bank ATMs and gas pumps may not work if electricity goes out.
  • If you have pets, have a kit for them too, with items like a carrier, medicine, and ample food supplies.
  • Create a family emergency plan and emergency contact list.

Above, I have listed some of the basics for being prepared for the next storm event.  The Village of Lindenhurst is here to assist our residents in any way we can be of help.  Our community continues to be “Lindy Strong”, helping one another in times of need.  I can never state it enough, I am proud to be your Mayor.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor

Lindenhurst Rotary Club Installation Dinner

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The Lindenhurst Rotary Club recently held their annual Installation Dinner at Goccia D’oro restaurant. The board of officials for the upcoming year are Gaye Kienle President, Mandy Bopp Vice President, Evie Sosna Executive Secretary, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle Secretary, Evie Sosna Treasurer, Jean Carney Immediate Past President and Joe Perrone Sergeant at Arms.

 

The Rotary Club’s mission is to provide service to others, promote integrity and advance understanding, goodwill and peace through fellowship and friendship.

Pictured here is the elected board officials and special guest speaker Jackie Yonick.

 

MESSAGE FROM MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA

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MESSAGE FROM MAYOR MICHAEL LAVORATA

 

August 12, 2020

 

Dear Village Residents:

The Lindenhurst Community was hit hard last week with Tropical Storm Isaias, knocking out power to about one-third of our Village residents, not to mention phone, cable and traffic interruptions as well.  It was estimated that over 100 trees came down during the storm.  The Lindenhurst Village Board is extremely grateful for the hard work of the Lindenhurst Department of Public Works employees for stepping up immediately — pre, during and post storm – to do the long and hard job of cutting trees and branches, clearing roadways, and making the Village as safe as possible while waiting for PSEG to repair lines and get electric restored.  We are also grateful for the on-going good works of our Lindenhurst Fire Department, who were busy round-the-clock responding to all types of calls, risking their own lives climbing over trees, branches and live wires to get to people in need.

I share the frustration of so many residents who are still without power, or had to spend days in the dark.  Many are also still dealing with severe damage to homes, yards, and motor vehicles.  Many responses from PSEG were delayed as a result of underestimating the impact of the storm.  We in the Lindenhurst Community will continue to work on restoration and safety with the hardworking electrical crews.  I am also grateful to Superintendent of Public Works, Rick Sorrentino, Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and our PSEG liaisons who have been working with my staff to assist in addressing as many issues as quickly as possible.

I know it has been a difficult week for many of our residents.  From the bottom of my heart, I thank God we have, together, gotten through yet another storm.  We all remain Lindy Strong, and once again, I am proud to be your Mayor.

If you still have any problems or issues that I can assist you on, please e-mail me at info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov or call my staff at 631-957-7500.

Sincerely,

Michael A. Lavorata, Mayor