“In This Together” – Additional COVID-19 / Farmingdale Village Updates
Welcome back to Farmingdale Village. Thankfully, we are moving ahead with the phased-in re-opening, the Long Island region entered Phase 4 of New York Forward on July 8.
Farmingdale Village Hall re-opened to the public and the hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with social distancing, face coverings, etc. Village hall also has new plexiglass, cleaning/disinfecting and other necessary safety compliance measures in place. The public can also call village hall at 516-249-0093. Farmingdale Village Public meetings continue to be held virtually and links are posted on www.farmingdalevillage.com or visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdNuQYtSFgxHXmPpo1HLcyw.
According to New York State executive order, courts are still closed. The public can speak to a court clerk during the pandemic by phone for court related questions at 516-293-2292. Court sessions are not expected to resume in July.
Please consider donating to those in need during this crisis. Whether it’s helping a neighbor, shopping for seniors, family members or donating within the local community. Farmingdale Village is collecting nonperishable food donations for those in need in the local community. Donations can be dropped off and placed in the food pantry box located inside the entrance to village hall from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. St. Killian’s food pantry also collects food and other items for the needy, they post updates/hours on their website www.stkilian.com/social-ministry-outreach.
According to the New York Forward website, forward.ny.gov, “Coronavirus is still active in New York, we have to be smart, wear a mask and maintain social distancing.” Also, remember to wash your hands. Following these protocols has helped NY rebound from the peak of COVID-19. For additional Nassau County updates and information, Visit www.nassaucountyny.gov/4996/Reopening-Nassau for additional Nassau County updates and information.
Thanks to everyone for their cooperation with health and safety protocols, also for continuing to shop/dine local and support the local merchants, we are “in this together, Daler Strong.”
Great news-The Farmingdale Public Library offers many virtual classes/activities, services and is now open for curbside pick-up, call or visit www.farmingdalelibrary.org for more details.
A new Art Studio is set to open on Main Street in September–The Vintage Canvas–along “Vintage Row.” This is great news–check out, www.thevintagecanvas.com and the recent YouTube video about the Vintage Row on Main Street downtown, (https://youtu.be/brUUNCucrkM). Stay tuned for The Vintage Canvas’ opening in September, join them for ongoing virtual classes now.
A gluten-free brewery is coming to Main Street-stay tuned for more details–it’s opening in the former furniture/bakery shop near the Grecian Grill/High Tide Taco.
There are several infrastructure updates to report. Landscaping upgrades are underway “On The Village Green” and will continue through July. Additionally, landscaping upgrades are planned for Five Corners Park at the intersection of Main Street and Melville Road. A special thank you to trustee Cheryl Parisi for her ongoing efforts to improve the look of the village.
 (Photo courtesy of Savick & Murray) |
As previously mentioned, Parking lot 4 behind Dark Horse/the firehouse/village hall is completed with the exception of poles which are expected to be installed by the end of July. It includes a new fueling station behind the fire house with a new pump and increased fuel capacity for village vehicles to make sure the village isn’t caught short in an emergency. And it’s both about beautification and also access/safety. Lot 4 originally had 270 parking stalls and now with the new additions by cross-access and lot layout; there are currently 348 parking stalls. This does not include the fire department section which gained one stall, for a total of 22.
The LIRR and National Grid continue to work in the village on upgrades, also expected to be completed by the end of July. National Grid is also scheduled to complete their new gas main and service connections by the end of July. Plans are being made to repave Main Street in the central business district in the near future along with new lighting and sidewalk rehabilitation. The village will be using grant money from the County of Nassau for the Main Street improvements.
Update on New York State Route 109 (Fulton Street) re-paving; the village received notification of the contract vendor for paving Route 109 from the State. As most of you know, the state roads, Route 24 and Route 109, are truck routes, keeping trucks off of the residential streets. National Grid has been doing work on Route 109, and we will follow-up for a timeline update for the re-paving work.
Several merchants are planning a comedy night downtown, Charlotte’s Speakeasy, Dark Horse Tavern and Frankie’s Eastside on Tuesday night July 21, check their websites, social media online for more details.
The village continues to communicate with and work with County Executive Laura Curran, Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Governor Andrew Cuomo, their staff and their public health advisors. Rest assured, the village continues to advise the public of information concerning the Corona Virus pandemic (via the village website: www.farmingdalevillage.com, via telephone, via constant contact), and the village shall immediately implement any additional orders and effectuate any additional public health actions intended to preserve the well-being of our residents and the public at large. Just a reminder to maintain social distancing and avoid gatherings.
On behalf of the Farmingdale Village Board of Trustees and myself, we thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this crisis, stay safe and healthy–brighter days are ahead. Check www.farmingdalevillage.com often for information, news and bulletins.
