Mayor Michael Lavorata recently swore in our Lindenhurst Fire Department Chiefs and Officers for another year of service to our community – Chief David Collins, 1^st Assistant Chief Robert Santos, 2^nd Assistant Chief Jonathan Cutolo, 3^rd Assistant Chief David Brink, Secretary Charles Vozzo, and Treasurer Sarah-Marie Callahan. 

Mayor Lavorata said “Our Lindenhurst Fire Department Chiefs and Officers truly, faithfully, and diligently perform their duties and render invaluable, selfless service to our residents.  We are grateful to have the Department under their leadership.  On behalf of the people of the Lindenhurst community, thank you!”

Pictured here (left to right) are Trustee Patrick Pichichero, Deputy Mayor RJ Renna, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Chief David Collins, 1^st Assistant Chief Robert Santos, 2^nd Assistant Chief Jonathan Cutolo, and 3^rd Assistant Chief David Brink.

Pictured here, members of the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce and local elected officials recently joined the new management team of the Delaware Barber Shop, brothers Gabriel & Ariel, as they celebrated their grand opening!  Located in Lindenhurst at 200 Montauk Highway, Suite C, they specialize in all men’s haircuts and the latest styles. 

Trustee Doug Madlon said, “We are excited to welcome Gabriel & Ariel to Lindenhurst, and we extend to them our best wishes for prosperity and success.  I urge everyone to continue to support our Lindenhurst Business Community.”

Village Hall was abuzz on Organization Night, April 1^st, 2024, with much activity.  First, re-elected officials Mayor Michael A. Lavorata and Trustee Richard J. Renna, and newly-elected Trustee Douglas J. Madlon were sworn in to office by Suffolk County District Court Judge Evan Zuckerman.

“I am truly honored to be re-elected Mayor of the greatest Village on Earth!  The confidence shown to me by the residents of Lindenhurst Village is very special and I do not take their support lightly.  I promise to continue doing the great things that we have accomplished these last 7 years,” said Mayor Lavorata. Trustee Renna, who was also re-appointed that night as the Village Deputy Mayor, said, “I’m truly honored to have been re-elected to serve the Village of Lindenhurst. As your Deputy Mayor, I’m excited to collaborate with the board to enhance our downtown area and ensure that Lindenhurst continues to progress in the right direction.”

Trustee Madlon added, “I am honored and grateful to be elected as a Trustee in our Village of Lindenhurst. I love living in Lindenhurst and promise to work hard to keep our suburban way of life strong and vibrant.

Additionally, Mayor Lavorata re-appointed the Village’s Administration Team, who took over six months ago — Village Administrator Joe Barone, Village Clerk Katie Schrader, Village Deputy Clerk Katie McCaffrey, and Secretary to the Mayor & Village Board Brianna Bartolotta.  The primarily female team, the first in the Village’s history, will continue to oversee Village Hall, with their main priority being, as always, to provide excellent, ever-improving constituent services.

PICTURE #1 – Suffolk County District Court Judge Evan Zuckerman swears in Mayor Michael A. Lavorata

PICTURE #2 — Suffolk County District Court Judge Evan Zuckerman swears in Trustee Richard J. Renna

PICTURE #3 — Suffolk County District Court Judge Evan Zuckerman swears in Trustee Douglas J. Madlon

PICTURE #4 – Newly Sworn In Village Elected Officials (left to right): Trustee Douglas Madlon, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Deputy Mayor RJ Renna

PICTURE #5 – Newly Sworn In Village Administration Team (left to right): Village Clerk Katie Schrader, Village Administrator Joe Barone, Suffolk County District Court Judge Evan Zuckerman, Village Deputy Clerk Katie McCaffrey, and Secretary to the Mayor & Village Board Brianna Bartolotta

Village tax bills have been mailed out and are due by April 1, 2024 without penalty. Payments received after this date are late and subject to a 5% plus $2.00 penalty. Tax payments are only accepted in full – no partial payments will be accepted.

Payments can be made in the following ways:

In-Person – Payments can be made by cash, check, money order, or credit card in person at Village Hall Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM.

There is a non-refundable service fee charged from the credit card processing company of 2.95% for credit card payments (in person and online). This fee does not go to the Village.

Mail – Check payments can also be mailed to Village Hall. Check payments can be mailed to:

Lindenhurst Village Hall
Attn: Tax Department
430 S. Wellwood Ave.
Lindenhurst, NY 11757

Envelopes must be postmarked on or before April 1, 2024 in order for the amount on the bill to be valid. Pleasure return the bottom portion of the bill with payment.

Late Tax Payments – If payment is not received by April 1, 2024 a 5 percent penalty and a $2.00 fee will be charged in addition to the tax amount. This fee will continue to increase each month it is not paid.

The Lindenhurst Department of Public Works (DPW) is getting a brand new facility!  Ground recently broke on Phase 1 of this capital improvement project to construct a new central garage, administrative offices, along with site improvements, and demolish the old, dilapidated current DPW facility at 121 Albany Avenue.

Over the years, the Lindenhurst DPW has expanded their fleet of vehicles and equipment in order to improve the many essential services the Village provides to residents.  These services include sanitation, recycling, street and roadway maintenance, snow removal, parks maintenance, and horticultural conservation and beautification.  As a result of the increased use, and the natural course of time, the DPW has outgrown their facilities and the buildings have fallen into a state of disrepair.

Trustee Douglas Madlon said, “This project, funded in part by NYS State and Municipal Facilities Grant funds, will upgrade and improve the public works buildings and grounds to better service our Lindenhurst community.”

Pictured here (left to right) are:  Deputy Mayor RJ Renna, Trustee Patrick Pichichero, Mayor Michael Lavorata, Trustee Douglas Madlon, Trustee Maryann Weckerle, and Superintendent of DPW Rick Sorrentino

Lindenhurst restaurant Pigs On A Wing recently celebrated their 10^th year in business with a Grand Re-Opening Ribbon Cutting.  Pictured here, members of the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce, and local elected officials joined owner Kurt Satzinger and members of his staff to celebrate his milestone anniversary and recent expansion.

The “NY Comfort BBQ” eatery, located at 272 North Wellwood Avenue, started out as just a takeout & delivery service.  However, after taking over the storefront next door and undergoing extensive renovations, Pigs On A Wing now offers customers the option to enjoy a delicious meal in their new, spacious, and comfortable dining area.

Deputy Mayor RJ Renna said, “Pigs On A Wing has become a Lindenhurst staple!  We are so proud of their success and expansion in the Downtown Business District.  Lindenhurst will continue our commitment to helping our small businesses grow and thrive.”

We are pleased to announce that the Village will again sponsor the annual Summer Recreation Camp at the Village Park.

Lottery applications will become available on February 5, 2024 and are due back no later than February 29, 2024. (Closed for 2024 Season)

The camp will start at the beginning of July (exact date TBD) and continue for six (6) weeks. Camp hours are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday. Campers are grouped by age (not by school grade) in the following groups: 5-7 year olds, 8-9 year olds, and 10-14 year olds.

The camp is open to Lindenhurst children who are eligible to attend the Lindenhurst School District. Please note, children must complete kindergarten by the end of this school year to be eligible to register. Our staff is planning hard to offer the campers a summer of fun. We are determined to follow all recommendations and protocols established by the Board of Health and camper to counselor ratios; thus, the lottery.

Please fill out the lottery application (available on 2/5/24). If your child is chosen, you will receive the registration documents via email. The application and all pertinent information (including instructions for registration such as time and place, required forms and fees) will be included in the email. Be sure to include all requested information on the lottery application, especially email contact. All remaining applicants who did not get chosen in the lottery will be placed on a waiting list for their age group. The fee for Village residents is $265.00 for the full six weeks and $390.00 for non-Village Lindenhurst residents.

A lottery application must be submitted for each child. If you cannot print the application or submit it via email, please call Village Hall (631) 957-7500 between 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM.

Lottery applications must be returned by email (info@villageoflindenhurstny.gov), fax (631) 957-4605, or to Village Hall no later than February 29, 2024. Lottery applications will not be accepted after that date.

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT MORE THAN ONE APPLICATION PER CHILD.

The Christina Renna Foundation recently held their 17^th Annual Angel’s Wish Gala.  The foundation is dedicated to “A Prayer, A Wish, and a Dream of a Cancer Free World.”  They support children’s cancer research and furthering awareness and education through the support of cancer groups and outreach programs for the direct support of those in need.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “On behalf of the Lindenhurst Village Board, we are honored to support the Christina Renna Foundation for their selfless dedication on their journey to fulfilling Christina’s dream of eradicating childhood cancer.”

Pictured here (left to right) are:  Trustee Patrick Pichichero, Mayor Michael Lavorata, former Trustee Joan M. Masterson, Gala Hosts Phil & Rene Renna, Trustee Maryann Weckerle, Lindenhurst Library Board Trustee Ken St. John, Trustee Douglas Madlon, and Deputy Mayor RJ Renna.

The Lindenhurst Fire Departments Chiefs’ Office recently honored their long-time Administrative Assistant, Karen Leonardi, with a surprise retirement celebration.  Karen spent the Saturday morning brunch at the Fireman’s Pavilion shaking hands, receiving hugs, and laughing with the stream of family, friends, co-workers, and firefighters who showed up to celebrate her 33 years as a Village employee with the Fire Department.

Mayor Michael Lavorata said, “We will really miss Karen in the Chiefs’ Office.  It is a big loss for our Fire Department.  Karen has worked hard, and selflessly given her time and talents to our Lindenhurst community.  We are saying good-bye, but not really because she is still, and will always be, a part of our Village family.”

Pictured here are Village co-workers and friends wishing Karen a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement.