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Jim Gaughran Launches Campaign for Suffolk County Comptroller

James Gaughran
May
4
2014

Jim Gaughran, a former Suffolk County Legislator, today launched his campaign as the Democratic candidate for Suffolk County Comptroller.
Gaughran, (pronounced GORE-run) 57, of Northport, said, "My candidacy offers Suffolk County voters an opportunity to elect a fearless, qualified comptroller who can help cut waste and improve fiscal performance in the County."
He added, "My 30 years as an attorney and public official, eminently qualify me to operate as an independent comptroller, who knows where to look and how to save the taxpayers hard-earned money. I can be a true watch dog."
"As Chairman of the Suffolk County Water Authority, I helped to streamline the agency, streamlined the staff by seven percent in four years without layoffs...| read more ››

Berland wants to tackle Huntington Town's vacant buildings

Huntington Town Councilwoman Susan Berland. File photo by Rohma Abbas
May
4
2014

In a stated effort to increase public safety, Huntington Town Councilwoman Susan Berland is sponsoring legislation that would mandate owners of vacant buildings to register their properties with the town.
Berland is sponsoring legislation that will be up for a public hearing at a town board meeting on Tuesday afternoon.

The legislation would require owners of buildings, dwellings and structures that are vacant for more than 120 days to register those properties with the town's Department of Public Safety.

Berland said the purpose of the legislation is twofold: to create a registry to share with fire departments, enabling emergency responders to use the information before running into a burning building; and to get in touch with a property owner...| read more ››

Moody's Reaffirms Huntington’s Bond Rating

Town receives AAA bond rating
Apr
23
2014

The Town of Huntington has received a AAA bond rating from Moody’s Investors Service.

Moody's upheld the Town of Huntington’s AAA rating on its $125 million in general obligation debt, following a review based on new methodology the ratings service established in January, according to the town.

“I am gratified that Moody’s continues to recognize, even under its more stringent criteria, that Huntington’s fiscal policies remain sound and that taxpayers and investors can continue to be confident in the Town’s financial health,” Supervisor Frank P. Petrone said, in a press release.

In reaffirming the rating, Moody’s cited the Town’s “solid financial position with currently healthy reserves,” “wealthy tax base” and “low debt burden with a manageable capital program.”

Moody’s...| read more ››

IDA Praised for Bringing New Businesses to Huntington

Grant Hendricks, vice chair of the Suffolk IDA, Tyler Roye of Egifter, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, Peter Goldsmith, president of LISTnet, and Tony Giardano, Suffolk IDA board member. Seated in front: Anthony Manetta and Steve Rossetti
Apr
23
2014

When it comes to attracting new businesses, Huntington is doing something right.

That's according to Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone, who praised the success of the Suffolk County Industrial Development Agency for bringing new businesses to the area at a recent gathering at The Paramount theater in Huntington.

“The IDA is helping build our downtowns into thriving start-up communities,” Bellone said.

“Huntington is a perfect example of the cooperation between the Town of Huntington, Suffolk County and the IDA," he added.

Bellone cited Launch Pad, Work Market and eGifter, a web and mobile social gifting app, as projects backed by the IDA.

"These new companies provide jobs, stimulate the local economy and help keep younger residents working...| read more ››

Bellone Honors Veterans and Others for Their Service to Veterans

Mar
10
2014

At a recent veterans appreciation ceremony, Suffolk County honored veterans for their accomplishments and others who have supported former military personnel after their return home.

“Every single soldier deserves our undying respect,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “We honor individuals, many of whom have served our country in uniform, and some non-veterans as well, but all have dedicated themselves to serving our returning veterans. These are people who have stepped up and gone above and beyond to serve our veterans; they’re doing God’s work in their service.”

Among those honored were John Sehejong Ha of Plainview, a veteran of the Korean War and second vice president of the Korean War Veterans Central Long Island Chapter. He was honored for...| read more ››

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