Thursday, October 1, 2026
Pat Mullaney began representing Nassau County’s 4th Legislative District in 2023. He previously served for five years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves, and is a 23-year veteran of the New York City Fire Department’s Squad Company 288, where he remains active as a special operations lieutenant.
Mullaney, 51, was re-elected to the Legislature last year when he ran unopposed after the unexpected disappearance, and presumed death, of his Democratic challenger, Petros Krommidas. Statewide legislation passed in 2025 adjusted many local election cycles, requiring Mullaney and other legislators to stand for re-election before the anticipated end of their current term.
Mullaney has made a conscious effort to be readily available to constituents, to serve as a liaison, facilitator and communicator. Residents often contact his office with concerns about roads, traffic and public safety, he said, and are directed to the appropriate local, state or federal agency before his office follows up on their concerns.
Mullaney’s wife, Barbara, is a Long Beach-based real estate agent working with their daughters, Katy and Peggy. As a former small-business owner himself, firsthand experience has informed his views on balancing national chains with independent businesses throughout Long Beach, Oceanside and Island Park. Both types of businesses can have a place, he said, noting that it can be difficult for small businesses to take on the risks of opening in areas with vacant storefronts. “One of the first companies that opened up right after Hurricane Sandy was a Dunkin’ Donuts,” Mullaney pointed out.
Mullaney supports the Veterans Village project in Island Park, describing it as more than a housing project and saying he has high expectations for the development. Public safety and first responders are other top priorities, he said. He recently helped secure funding for local fire departments, and supported improvements for lifeguard technology and staffing. He also helped upgrade an irrigation system at Lou Alvarez Park in Island Park, named for a New York City police officer who died of a 9/11-related illness.
Reviewing Long Beach’s Bayfront Development Project, Mullaney favors a phased approach rather than a single large development. The initial focus, he said, should be on needed improvements, followed by amenities that would allow more residents to enjoy the waterfront. He suggested food trucks and a pavilion or a promenade as possibilities, but emphasized the importance of community feedback.
“The more community involvement you have, and people have — and by default you hope that they have an understanding — it makes that development easier,” he said.
Mullaney highlighted issues with partisan politics and the public’s perception of Republicans and Democrats, irrespective of the individual or the office. “That’s one of my frustrations with this election right now,” he said, adding of the partisanship on the local level, “It at least appears to be very drowned out by a much larger election.”
Listening to constituents has been and will remain a top priority for the incumbent. Mullaney encourages residents to be informed about their communities and participate in local government. “You have an obligation to your neighbors to know what’s going on in your community,” he said. “And that starts with not only opening your eyes, but also starts with just listening. Just get involved. I’m here to listen.”
