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Friday, February 14, 2025
Vol. 84, No. 7
SERVING BETHPAGE, OLD BETHPAGE, AND PLAINVIEW
New councilman joins Town of Oyster Bay Board
New Town Councilman Andrew (front, second from left) is sworn in by Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front, left) during a ceremony on February 11th, as friends and family look on.
Voters to decide sale of building On Tuesday, May 20, in addition to casting a ballot on the proposed budget, residents within the Levittown School District will be asked to vote on the sale of the building located at 1100 Crestline Place, Seaford, to Nassau BOCES for $7,216,000. Included in the proposed sale are the physical school building and the immediate surrounding land. The district will retain ownership of the adjoining athletic fields for continued use by student ath-
letic teams and community organizations. Built in 1955, the school was used as an elementary school for the district until its closure in 1997. It is currently leased by Nassau BOCES and used as a middle school for students with learning, behavioral, emotional and developmental disabilities. If the sale is approved by Levittown residents on May 20, it remains conditional upon voter approval of Nassau County residents through
a separate referendum, as well as approval by the Nassau County Planning Board of a subdivision to allow Levittown to retain ownership and use of the athletic fields. The referendum will take place on Tuesday, May 20, from 7 a.m.–8 p.m. at Gardiners Avenue Elementary School, East Broadway Elementary School, Levittown Memorial Education Center and Division Avenue High School.
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The Town of Oyster Bay announces the appointment of Andrew Monteleone to the Oyster Bay Town Board on February 11, filling a vacancy and bringing with him extensive experience in public service, law, and community engagement. Prior to his appointment, Councilman Monteleone served as a Board Member of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Zoning Board of Appeals since 2021 and worked as a prosecutor for a local village government. His dedication to preserving Oyster Bay’s suburban quality of life, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and prioritizing taxpayer interests will guide his service on the Town Board. “Andrew Monteleone’s experience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our community make him a tremendous asset to the Town Board,” said Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “His legal background, dedication to youth programs, and passion for preserving our suburban way of life will serve the residents of Oyster Bay well. I look forward to working alongside him to continue delivering responsible government for our residents.” Councilman Monteleone expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve, stating: “It is an incredible honor to be appointed to the Oyster Bay Town Board. I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me, and I look forward to working tirelessly on behalf of our residents. Oyster Bay is a special place to live, work, and raise a family, and I am committed to preserving the values that make our town so great.”
Councilman Monteleone has long been dedicated to community service, particularly in youth development. As a School Board Member for St. Edward the Confessor School in Syosset, a lecturer at St. Edward the Confessor Parish, and a coach for Syosset Little League, he has played an active role in shaping the next generation through education, mentorship, and athletics. His legal career began as an Assistant District Attorney in Nassau County, where he prosecuted criminal cases from arraignments to jury trials. He later established a private law firm specializing in personal injury litigation and estate planning. He has also held leadership roles in the legal community, including serving as President of the Former Assistant District Attorney’s Association and a Board Member of the Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau County. His active memberships include the New York State Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, and Knights of Columbus. A lifelong learner, Councilman Monteleone is a proud graduate of Chaminade High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Political Science from Bucknell University, followed by a Master of Arts in Political Science from Long Island University – C.W. Post, and a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. Councilman Monteleone resides in Syosset with his wife, Tracey, and their two sons, Frankie and Gabe.
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