This news article highlights the decision of President Trump to suspend the federal gas tax, which could help alleviate high fuel prices resulting from the Iran-United States tensions. Additionally, there are updates on the upcoming East Hampton Town and Suffolk elections, including discussions on budget cuts, tax increases, and the role of local police in federal immigration enforcement. Furthermore, there are mentions of apartment developments in Melville, the allocation of $10 million to the Village of Valley Stream for revitalization initiatives, and the potential for a break on utility bill taxes due to rising oil prices.
Trump says he'll suspend federal gas tax to help address high fuel prices due to Iran warEast Hampton Town considering law to limit local police's role in federal civil immigration enforcementCommunities across Long Island will cast their ballots on local school district budgets, with many facing tough decisions.
Dozens of jobs are expected to be let go off and several districts are looking to pierce the state tax cap. One of the districts facing a major budget crisis is the South Country School District. Investigators found no evidence of fraud or stolen money, but say there's been years of poor financial oversight and mistakes. Voters will decide on a more than 13% tax increase and dozens of job cuts.
In a statement, the district says all financial missteps have been corrected. There are plenty of changes that are coming to the Town of Huntington. That includes a plan to build 400 apartments in Melville. Town of Huntington Supervisor Ed Smyth spoke with News 12's Rich Barrabi about the changes that are coming.
The Village of Valley Stream is set to receive $10 million as part of the state's Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Officials say this will allow the village to advance transformative projects that include increased pedestrian and bike access and new signage and lighting displays in the community. The village is also looking at developments with both housing and shops.01:48 East Hampton Town considering law to limit local police's role in federal civil immigration enforcementPower & Politics: Hofstra Exec.
Dean of Suburban Studies, Real Estate Broker discuss Levittown growing pains; Billions of dollars missing from school fundingPower & Politics: A possible break on utility bill taxes and surcharges, the latest impact of rising oil prices
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