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A bill to establish a South Nassau Water Authority and a North Shore Water Authority was approved by the Senate and Assembly, and now Gov. Andrew Cuomo must sign it into law. Above, New York American Water’s corporate headquarters in Merrick.

New York American Water bill passes State Legislature

On June 11, the State Assembly and Senate passed a bill to establish a South Nassau Water Authority and a North Shore Water Authority that would replace New York American Water for ratepayers in the Towns of Hempstead and Oyster Bay. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/18/21

A bill to establish a South Nassau Water Authority and a North Shore Water Authority was approved by the Senate and Assembly, and now Governor Cuomo must sign it into law. Above, New York American Water’s corporate headquarters in Merrick.

Water authority bill passes Legislature

On June 11, both the New York State Assembly and Senate passed a bill to establish a South Nassau Water Authority and a North Shore Water Authority that would replace New York American Water for ratepayers in the Town of Hempstead and Town of Oyster Bay, respectively. more

By Tom Carrozza | 6/17/21

The New York State Legislature recently passed a bill establishing a public water authority on the North Shore to relieve residents of expensive water bills.

Legislature votes for public water authority

Both the New York State Assembly and Senate last week passed a bill to establish a North Shore Water Authority and a South Nassau Water Authority that would replace New York American Water for … more

By Annemarie Durkin | 6/17/21

Tim O’Hagan said he was excited to offer outdoor dining again to patrons this spring and summer. Above, O’Hagan, right, cooking under the sun alongside Hempstead Town Councilman Anthony D’Esposito.

Oceanside, Island Park eatery owners hope summer sizzles

With the weather warming and Covid-19 restrictions loosening, restaurant owners in Oceanside and Island Park said they are excited about the return of outdoor dining, but have had trouble staffing their businesses. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/2/21

The Senate recently passed a bill that could help eliminate a special franchise tax for New York American Water, in turn causing customers to see a decrease in their bills.

Bill seeks to lower New York American Water rates

With a rate hike of as much as 26 percent facing New York American Water customers on May 1, elected officials have sought to save Long Island ratepayers tens of millions of dollars on their bills while creating a path for a public takeover of the water system. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/29/21

There was no shortage of officials wielding ceremonial shovels as the project kicked off last week.

Bay Park Conveyance Project begins on Earth Day

Just in time for Earth Day on April 22, construction began on the long-awaited Bay Park Conveyance Project. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/29/21

New York American Water is a private water company that serves Sea Cliff, Glen Head, Glenwood Landing and parts of Nassau County’s South Shore.

Pressure builds for state action on water rates

Advocates of a plan for a public takeover of New York American Water backed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo are on the move this week, hoping to forestall an impending May 1 rate increase and move the State Assembly to join the State Senate to act on their behalf. more

By George Wallace | 4/23/21

L.I. is making strides on the environmental front

April 22 is Earth Day, when we come together as a nation — and a planet — to celebrate the natural world and renew our vows to protect the environment from harm. In honor of Earth Day five years ago . . . more

4/22/21

State study: Public water is best option

According to a recent study ordered by Gov. Andrew Cuomo and conducted by the state Department of Public Service, the municipalization of New York American Water’s Long Island infrastructure is not only feasible, but also in residents’ best interests. more

By Andrew Garcia and Mike Conn | 4/14/21

Legislation in the state budget that would have made a public takeover of New York American Water possible and brought rate relief to customers stalled in the Assembly.

Bill to provide relief to New York American Water ratepayers stalls in Assembly

Legislation in the state budget that would have made a public takeover of New York American Water possible while bringing rate relief to customers stalled in the Assembly after being approved by the Senate. more

By Mike Smollins and Mike Conn | 4/9/21

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