In an effort to upgrade and improve the Lindenhurst Fire Department equipment, the Village has purchased a 100’ Heavy Duty Aerial Tower Ladder Truck. The former ladder truck was over 21 years old.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The new truck was designed by a committee of Lindenhurst Fire Department officials who conducted many improvements to make the aerial tower truck safer and more efficient.”

Trustee Patrick Pichichero, who is the Village Board liaison to the LFD Fire Council said, “The LFD also received a $254,000.00 Federal grant to help fund the purchase of the ladder truck.”

Trustee RJ Renna said, “Our goal has been to upgrade our equipment, whenever possible, to provide the best means of protection for the people of Lindenhurst.”

Pictured here (left to right): Trustee RJ Renna, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Trustee Patrick Pichichero, LFD Members Robert Santos, Henry Batz. William Kienle and Ryan Kienle

 

Congratulations to Mary Romeo on her appointment to the Lindenhurst Planning Board.  Ms. Romeo will fill the unexpired term of Andrew Gargiulo who has retired from the Board after many years of dedicated service to the Lindenhurst Community.

Mayor Lavorata said, “It was an honor to appoint Mary Romeo, and I thank her for her willingness to serve.  The future of our Lindenhurst Community depends on people like Mary getting involved and serving on the Planning Board.”  Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle added, “Your central duty as a Planning Board member is a tough one; to determine how to balance the public good with private rights, interests, and industrial, business, and multi-residence development.  Good luck to you on your appointment.”

Pictured here (left to right):  Newly-sworn-in Planning Board Member, Mary Romeo and Mayor Michael Lavorata.

Trustee Joan M. Masterson and Mayor Michael Lavorata joined other town and county officials along with community leaders to congratulate Jarred Jay Navarro from Boy Scout Troop 1421 on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Jarred completed the required 21 merit badges and a major service project in order to earn this honor. Trustee Joan M. Masterson said, “It is an honor for me to present a proclamation to Jared Navarro. He is a hardworking and determined young man who has shown commitment and perseverance in achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.”

Gaye Kienle has completed two years as the President of the Rotary Club of Lindenhurst.  During the July meeting, Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata and Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle presented her with a proclamation thanking her for her tenure and commitment to “Service Above Self.”  The proclamation designated July 9, 2021 as “Gaye E. Kienle Day” in the Village of Lindenhurst.

 

Mayor Lavorata said, “Gaye’s leadership and hard work kept the Rotary Club flourishing during the challenging, unprecedented year of the COVID-19 Pandemic.  We are thankful that the good works of the Rotary Club, such as supporting local food pantries, literacy volunteers, and providing school supplies, continue in our Lindenhurst community.”

 

Pictured here (left to right):  Mayor Michael Lavorata, Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, Outgoing Rotary Club President Gaye Kienle, and her husband William Kienle.

 

Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata recently recognized Sumner Sawyer, from Boy Scouts of America Troop 60, on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.  Sumner completed the required 21 merit badges, and a major service project in order to earn this honor.

 

Mayor Lavorata said, “The honor and distinction of the Eagle Scout rank can only be achieved through hard work and commitment to the ideals of Scouting.  Congratulations to Sumner on this achievement!”  Trustee Joan M. Masterson said, “On behalf of the entire Village Board, we congratulate you on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and we wish you continued success in all of your endeavors.”

 

Pictured here with Sumner at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor (left to right):  Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer.

LIRR President Phil Eng held a press conference in the Lindenhurst Downtown to announce the MTA Long Island Rail Road’s new “Long Island Brewery Tour” package.  This escorted tour package includes discounted round-trip rail and bus transportation, beer tastings at Sand City South in Lindenhurst and Great South Bay Brewery in Bay Shore, and a stop at Patchogue for shopping and dining.  Tour dates are Saturday, July 31 and Saturday, August 21, and adult-only tickets are $63.50.  Visit https://new.mta.info/daytrips for more information.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “What a wonderful partnership between the LIRR and the local business communities.  This is an especially timely event which will help to showcase some of our new and local establishments.  The suggestion to use the LIRR to travel between localities without the need to drive naturally reduces the potential of DWI!  It is a safe and enjoyable way to visit your favorite local breweries, restaurants, and pubs.”

Pictured here (left to right):  Deputy Clerk Joseph Barone, BID President Jason Kontakis, Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Mayor Michael Lavorata, LIRR President Phil Eng, Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey’s Legislative Aide Peggy Allar, Sand City South Co-Owner Bill Kiernan, Great South Bay Brewery Marketing and Events Coordinator Clare Thomas-Allen, and Trustee RJ Renna.

Lindenhurst Public Schools Superintendent, Dan Giordano, recently awarded the 2021 Yale Award, to the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments.  The annual award is given to outstanding members of the Lindenhurst Community.  Superintendent Giordano, along with the unanimous support of the Lindenhurst Board of Education, chose the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments as this year’s honorees for their service and duty above self, keeping our community safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

 

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “The men and women of the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments are so deserving of this award for their outstanding dedication to our community during this unprecedented health crisis.

 

Picture here in front (left to right) with members of the Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst Fire Departments are Board of Education Member Linda Aniello, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Board of Education President Donna Hochman.

The Lindenhurst Rotary Club recently held their annual “Pups On Parade” event, along with a Craft Fair & Farmers Market. Pictured here (left to right) during the Blessing of the Animals are Lindenhurst Administrator Clerk Douglas Madlon, and Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey with his dog Shea.

 

Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and Lindenhurst Village Trustee RJ Renna recently spent the evening discussing local issues with the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce.

Legislator McCaffrey said, “In our community, we pride ourselves on working together – the County, Town, and Village – to get the job done for the people of our community. So many good things are happening in our downtown because of this spirit of cooperation.”

Pictured here (left to right): Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, Chamber of Commerce President Jo-Ann Boettcher, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, and Trustee RJ Renna.

The John Street Roadwork Project is advancing as planned. Work has progressed as follows:

• Milling was completed on Friday 4/30/21.
• Crack sealing started on Monday 5/3/21.
• Full depth asphalt repairs of  localized deteriorated areas started on Monday 5/3/21.

Final Paving will begin once full depth areas are completed. It is anticipated that paving will begin next week.