A resolution adopted by Suffolk County lawmakers last Wednesday will require the Department of Public Works to consider the impacts of sea level rise when constructing and reconstructing county roadways. READ
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Suffolk County officials last week unveiled a $4 billion plan they say will serve as a blueprint for transitioning away from traditional cesspools, which have been identified as a main culprit of nitrogen pollution in ground and surface waters. READ
Suffolk County officials have released the findings of a multi-year study of ticks — and the pathogens they carry — that shows how prevalent tick-borne illnesses have become, especially on the East End. (more…)
A Tick Bite Prevention Education Campaign has been outlined by Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, aimed at helping school-age children in summer camps and other outdoor programs about preventive measures they can take to reduce the risk of tick bites. (more…)
Suffolk County residents no longer have to scour the county directory to figure out which department to contact to report issues such as potholes and downed trees or inquire about social and health services and park information. READ
Although the Riverhead Town Board has passed a resolution authorizing the retention of a law firm to sue Suffolk County for $1,068,347 in unpaid sewer district rent, Supervisor Laura Jens-Smith says she’s hoping the parties can reach an agreement, but at a higher price than what the county is willing to pay. (more…)
The Riverhead Town Board Wednesday voted to authorize the retention of a law firm to institute a lawsuit against Suffolk County for non-payment of sewer rent to the town. READ
For the first time, Suffolk County employees will contribute toward their health care plan under a new agreement reached with County Executive Steve Bellone last week.
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