Judy Jacobs Nassau County Legislative District 16

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LEFT TURN ARROW ONTO WASHINGTON AVENUE IN PLAINVIEW IS FINALLY APPROVED

December 21st, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) has announced that the long requested left turn signal when driving on Manetto Hill Road and turning onto Washington Avenue, has been granted.

In a letter received from Public Works Commissioner Shah-Gavnoudias, she states, "We are pleased to inform you that it has been recommended that a left turn signal be installed on Manetto Hill Road for the southbound to eastbound traffic onto Washington Avenue."

Jacobs stated, "There are no words to express how pleased I am. I know this will prevent many accidents and injuries. It is so vital due to two schools, the "Y", St. Pius Church and various other facilities and homes along that stretch of road."

Public Works further stated that they are initiating the design of the left turn arrow and will proceed with the installation as soon as their workload permits.

VEOLIA BUS CONTRACT PASSES UNANIMOUSLY IN LEGISLATURE

December 12th, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs announced that on Monday, the 12th, the Legislature unanimously passed the Veolia bus contract to replace LI Bus.

On the 5th of December the public has their first opportunity to let their voices be heard regarding County Executive Mangano's proposal to transfer the management and operation of LI Bus from the MTA to Veolia.

Over 100,000 riders a day rely on this system as their sole means of transportation to get to work, school, doctor's appointments or visit friends or family. The loss or disruption of bus service in Nassau County would severely impact the lives of these residents and as Jacobs stated, "would be another blow to our fragile and recovering local economy." She continued, "I have been at the forefront of the fight to retain bus service since early 2010 when abruptly and without warning the Northeast quadrant of Nassau County lost Able Ride in 2010."

Like the hundreds of members of the public who attended the hearing, many Legislators had serious questions and concerns about the terms of the contract with Veolia and the lack of transparency and the limited public input in this review process.

However, Jacobs was at the forefront of fighting for and receiving major concessions to the agreement. These included: The Able Ride Para-transit system, which serves disabled riders, will remain at current service levels for the next 3 year, Veolia Bus Contract-Legislator Judy Jacobs rather than the 2 which was called for in the original contract; Language will be written into the contract that will guarantee no changes to fares and routes for one year; Before Veolia can make any changes to service or fares in future years, they must conduct an open and transparent public participation process; Two public hearings must be held, one during the day and one at night and no changes can take effect until 45 days after the last hearing. Jacobs said, "I believe these amendments to the contract will provide a higher level of service to the LI Bus customer and provide an increased layer of financial protection to the County as we work to balance the budget."

Jacobs concluded, "We will closely monitor the way in which Veolia operates this bus system and we will hold them accountable for all their actions. Although I am upset with the dysfunctional and secretive process in which the review of this contract has been carried out, I cannot take the risk of leaving thousands of riders stranded at their bus stops waiting for the bus that may never come."

Police Precinct Closure Spin Cycle

Newsday - December 6th, 2011

By Celeste Hadrick

Nassau Presiding Officer Peter Schmitt (R-Massapequa) introduced a law that would have given the county legislature the power to determine the number of county police precincts, but tabled it Monday  when Democrats objected.

"It definitely should be something that is done via the county executive on advice of the police commissioner," said Legis. Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury), who spoke in opposition to the law. "Any thought of having the actual legislature determine precinct openings and closing is nonsensical."

She suggested the move would require a referendum because it takes power from the county executive. She also suggested that Schmitt wants to close the Second and Sixth precincts, which are located on the North Shore in Democratic  legislators' districts.

Meanwhile Mangano complained in an interview that Schmitt had not consulted with him before submitting the proposed law late Friday night. "We have not reviewed this late power grab and will not comment on it until we review it thoroughly," he said.

Mangano has proposed reorganizing the police department and closing two precincts as a way to save money if police unions do not volunteer concessions.

"Our intention has always been to do this thoughtfully through a process with the police," Mangano said. "It is a lengthy process. . . . The realignment that the police are working on has to do with case load and statistics. I'm not certain how the legislature would have access to those important details in arriving at a logical realignment."

Schmitt aide Ed Ward  said the proposed law "is not a power grab" and that no decision has been made on which precincts would be closed.

Ward said Schmitt was trying to clear up ambiguities between the county charter and the county administrative code, which says the police commissioner, "with the approval of the board of supervisors," shall divide the county into precincts. The county legislature replaced the board of supervisors in 1996.

"I think what we'll do is wait for the new [police] commissioner to come up with a plan that says how he will patrol and keep the county secure having a lesser number of precincts," Ward said.

WHAT IS THE TIN CAN CAMPAIGN?

November 30th, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

The above is a very good question but, in fact, the Democratic Minority on the Nassau County Legislature conducted an outstanding effort to hold that in need in our communities.

Sarah Flammer of the Minority Legal Staff introduced the Tin Can Campaign to the caucus.    Every year at this time we are all asked to give to very worthy charities and most of us want to help.

The Tin Can Campaign gives those who would like to participate an opportunity to put their small change in a holiday can which Ms. Flammer gave to each office to put on each desk back in January.   Then in October she asked everyone to bring her their cans.   This year over $300.00 was collected allowing the purchase of about 350 pounds of food.

In addition Ms. Flammer states, "I also ask them to collect product coupons so that I can stretch every dollar.    The Island Harvest barrel is outside the office and will remain there throughout the year because hunger is an everyday battle for some."

Legislators Kevan Abrahams, Judy Jacobs, Judi Bosworth and Wayne Wink had great praise for the work which was done. Legislator Wink said, "This enables all of us to have a part in helping those who are in need."

LEGISLATOR JUDY JACOBS SAYS THANK YOU

November 9th, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) used one of her "surviving" signs to literally say "thank you" to the residents of her 16th Legislative District. Jacobs celebrated her win on Tuesday night with friends and family who, as Jacobs states, "gave their love, support and work ethics and honesty to run a non-combative campaign".

"I am speechless at the show of support from the residents I represent", said Jacobs. Every adjective fits her feelings of appreciation. She said she is honored and humbled to have received the support for another two years. Jacobs points to the fact that her office deals with all problems, big and small, and has always devoted itself to speaking to and finding solutions for all her residents.

Her macro goal for the County is to bring the fiscal house to order. Locally, for the District, she will continue to put the safety, health, and concerns of her residents as the motivation for her actions and at the center of her accomplishments.

"I believe that having been a civic leader for so many years, prior to being a Legislator, has given me an unbelievable sense of the resident's concerns and desires. Again, my deepest thanks to the residents for expressing their confidence in me," said Jacobs.

REDISTRICTING DECISION-COURT OF APPEALS

August 30, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

The re-districting debacle which began months ago when the Legislative Republicans, in a clandestine fashion in the basement of the Legislative building, drew a new redistricting map without any bi-partisan input, has finally come to a conclusion. The State Court of Appeals, having 7 Judges, 4 of whom are Republican and 3 of whom are Democrats, voted 7-0 against the new map. This allows Legislators to run, once again, in their original districts.

I am disheartened to have seen such a waste of taxpayer's resources, and such a waste of time, energy and emotions because of political power grab of the worst order. Of course, I am pleased to retain the 70% of my District which I would have lost. This 70% includes Syosset, Woodbury, Plainview, Oyster Bay Cove, East Norwich and Oyster Bay. It has been my honor and privilege to serve these areas and I am relieved to know that I will still be able to serve my friends and neighbors for another two years if I am fortunate enough to win re election in November.

The Redistricting Saga Goes On

August 15, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

The redistricting political power grab by the Republicans, who hold a majority on the Nassau County Legislature, defies decency, good government and logic. Sadly, in this day and age this is what the electorate has come to expect from those in power. Honestly, there are many of us, in both parties, who are elected and still possess decency, compassion and a deep respect for the intelligence of the electorate we represent.

I am not going to reiterate all that has been told in the newspapers as to how this all happened, except to say that in a secret room in the basement of the Legislative building, new maps were being drawn without any bi-partisan input (as the charter dictates) and then a partisan map was put before the Legislature which, of course, passed due to the Republicans holding their 11 to 8 majority. The issue has been in the lower courts, the Appeals Court and, finally, on August 24th is going to the Court of Appeals in Albany.

The easiest way for you to grasp what is happening is that my district, District 16, which had little or no census change (the census is supposed to be the only indicator of drawing new lines), has been totally splintered under the Republican's proposed map. 70 % of my District will be taken out and I then take on 70% which is totally new and geographically not in the same area. For example, I lose all of north Syosset, Oyster Bay, Oyster Bay Cove, East Norwich, Laurel Hollow, most of Plainview and, believe it or not, most of Woodbury even though I live in Woodbury. The shape of the new District on their map looks like a lounge chair with Woodbury at the head and Glen Cove at the foot, and areas such as Locust Valley, Sea Cliff, the Brookville's, Glen Head in the middle. There is no logic as to why this was done. I would not want to think that the Republicans were upset that I represented such a large area of Oyster Bay which included areas of strong Republican registration and, fortunately, for 16 years, entrusted me as their Legislator.

So, now it is in the hands of the highest Court in New York State and Newsday is urging that Court to resolve this uncertainty which exists, pointing out that..."The public must have the confidence that its local government is legitimate."

I, of course, will always continue to uphold my work ethic and personal belief in fairness, calmness and clarity. My integrity and honesty has never been compromised and never will be. No matter which lines are the final lines, the voters I represent can be certain of that.

However, you deserve more respect than you have been shown. You deserve maps drawn for the right reasons. You deserve and should expect nothing less.

JACKSON AVENUE CONSTRUCTION

June 6, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

I must admit that seeing the signs about Jackson Avenue construction has filled my heart with relief and disbelief at the same time. Ten long years are finally coming to fruition.

I know that that the disruption is annoying and, most likely, noisy at times. However, the end result will be something worth waiting for. A brand new road surface, traffic calming lanes, sidewalks (yes, the walkable type!!) all the way, a new traffic light, trees replaced, and, of course, straight LIPA poles. Just think that driving along the road will not result in broken axles or the need to be a trick driver.

I must say a special thank you to Supervisor John Venditto. Just when politics at the County Legislature seemed to be dooming the project, I went to see Mr. Venditto and explained the situation. He, immediately, said let's make it happen. So, although the County is still putting in the $3,000,000.00 of the total cost of $3.8 million dollars the project will cost, the actual construction oversight will be done by the Town and the Town has assumed ownership and rights of Jackson Avenue from Jericho Turnpike to the railroad tracks. Without this bi-partisan cooperation this could never have happened.

TAX TIPS 2011: Jacobs tells consumers how to hold on to more of their "green" this year Earned Income Tax Credit can help taxpayers keep more cash in their pockets!

March 9, 2011 - Mineola, NY -

One month and counting until April 18th, the tax filing deadline. This year taxpayers are getting some free advice from Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) on how to hold onto more of their income.

Earned Income Tax Credit

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a special federal and state refundable tax benefit, puts money back in the pockets of eligible working families.

The federal and state EITC for low to moderate working families is intended to reduce the tax burden on workers, to supplement wages, and to make work more attractive than welfare. Workers who qualify for the EITC and file federal and state tax returns can get back some or all of the income tax that was deducted from their salaries during the year. Even workers whose earnings are too small to have paid taxes could be in line for a refund.

Qualifying individuals who have worked full or part time in the past year and earned modest incomes could be eligible for anywhere from a few hundred dollars to $7,354 depending on their situation. If you work full time and have two or more qualifying children and your combined earned income was less than $40,295, than you are eligible to receive $6,536.40 in Federal and New York State credit. If you work full time and have one child and your combined earned income is less than $35,463, you are eligible to qualify for as much as $3,955.90 in Federal and New York State credit. If you work full time but do not have a child and your Individual income is less than $13,440 you are eligible to receive up to $594.10 in Federal and New York State credit.

To learn more about the EITC program call 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website at www.hwcli.com to ask questions about the EITC and other tax issues.

Bosworth & Jacobs Propose Law to Prevent the ABCs of Second-Hand Smoke Exposure to Children in Vehicles

March 9, 2011 - Mineola, NY

At a press conference held today, Nassau County Legislators Judi Bosworth (D-Great Neck) and Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) re-enforced their strong support for legislation they recently introduced. Their bill would protect children by banning smoking in any motor vehicle driven in Nassau County when there is a child under 18 years of age present. The legislators cited the health risk ABCs of exposing children to second-hand smoke, particularly in automobiles. Regardless of ventilation, children in cars who breathe second-hand smoke are placed at high risk for Asthma, Bronchitis and/or Cancer.

Legislator Bosworth said, "In the 1960s Mad Men generation, we allowed children to stand up in the car or sit on our laps, we didn't wear seatbelts or have air bags and we smoked cigarettes in the car when children were present. Today we know that all of these things are potentially dangerous and yet the only one the law still allows is smoking with kids in the car. Let's protect our children's lungs by passing this legislation."

Legislator Jacobs stated, "This matter is extremely important to the health and future of our children. We, as adults, must raise awareness to protect the most vulnerable among us. Let us be their voice by swiftly enacting this law."

The press conference was called to rally community support for the bill's passage. It was attended by various civic and health care leaders including Great Neck Village Mayor Ralph Kreitzman, Laura Weinberg, president of Great Neck Breast Cancer Coalition, Carol Meschkow, Tobacco Action Coalition, Dr. Shetal Shah, Dr Peter Morelli, Dr. Russell Schiff, Dr. Paul Ogburn, LI Perinatal Forum, Leah Jefferson, American Cancer Society and several representatives from CASA.

January 31, 2011 - Mineola, NY - Legislator Jacobs Announces Free Tax Workshop

FREE WORKSHOP....Grieve Your Tax Assessment

Applications will be available at the meeting

Wednesday, February 2 at St Edwards Church in Syosset, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon Phone: 921-8030

Friday, February 4 at the Life Enrichment Center (Formerly Doubleday Babcock Senior Center) 10:45am - 12:00 noon Phone: 922-1770

Monday, February 7 at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Phone: 938-0077

NOTE: PLEASE CALL THE MEETING PLACE BEFORE COMING AS WE CANNOT PREDICT ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS FOR THAT DAY.

October 27, 2010-Mineola, NY

Thank you for your recent correspondence regarding County Executive Mangano's proposal to eliminate the county guarantee whereby the county pays property tax refunds awarded in assessment appeals. This practice has been in force for over 60 years.

If Mr. Mangano gets his way he will shift the burden of paying any successful assessment appeals to local governments and school districts.

Mr. Mangano was elected on a promise to fix a county assessment system that has been in disrepair for decades. He should fix the system. It sounds unfair to pass this county problem off to localities when it is your county assessment system which creates the errors.

Local governments and school districts do not budget for assessment appeals. They would be forced to raise local taxes to take on this added responsibility.

Shifting the assessment crisis to other jurisdictions does nothing to fix the broken assessment system. It does nothing to control or reduce our taxes. Therefore, I will oppose any attempt to remove the county guarantee which will certainly increase our tax burden, not lessen it.

Very truly yours,

Judith A. Jacobs

Legislator, 16th LD

JACKSON AVENUE FINALLY RECEIVES FINAL APPROVAL - JACOBS ELATED!!

August 30th, 2010 - Mineola, NY

The long awaited final approval to begin the work on Jackson Avenue in Syosset finally became a reality on Thursday, August 26th when, in a unanimous, bi partisan vote of the Nassau County Legislature, the Inter Municipal Agreement with the Town of Oyster Bay was approved by the Nassau County Legislature. Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) who represents the area on the Legislature breathed a sigh of relief following years of working on this project. "This is a momentous occasion. Years of working non stop to see this project accomplished have finally reached the point where we can say to the community that it is happening and, according to the Town of Oyster Bay, the shovel will be in the ground before the end of the year."

Jacobs added, "There were more bumps and detours on the road to reaching an agreement than the ones on Jackson Avenue itself." These included, but are not limited to, a delay years ago in having the money in place in the County Capital budget for the project; the project being shovel ready when the Federal Government in early 2009 offered Federal Stimulus money for the entire project, only to withdraw its' offer in October of 2009 due to specifications already approved by the County and the State of New York which the Federal Government said did not meet their specs; then with the November election there was a change of leadership on all levels of the County which created other delays in spite of the Department of Public Works identifying the money being available to continue.

Jacobs, in April of 2010, met privately with Supervisor John Venditto and appealed to him for his assistance in getting this moving again. Following that appeal, the Supervisor agreed and went one step further. He offered to pay for half the cost of the road work, about $3,000,000.00 and to assume responsibility for the road, not only going forward, but immediately to enable the Town to assume two roles: the Jackson Avenue Release Municipality which oversees the construction, and, further, the municipality who will assume the 1 mile section of the road from Jericho Turnpike to the railroad tracks, assuming all maintenance into the future. Jacobs states, "John Venditto is a person of his word and has, without question, enabled this project to be done in a bi-partisan fashion. My deepest appreciation to Mr. Venditto. He and I both share the vision that politics has no role in the health, safety and welfare of our residents."

U.S. Congressman Steve Israel who had also committed $3,000,000.00 to the project was equally thwarted by the Federal Stimulus money withdrawal. However, he has pledged the $3 million dollars to the County capital fund to be used on different roads in Oyster Bay which exist within his Congressional District.

Jacobs said that further thanks should go to Marc Herbst, the Executive Director of the LI Contractor's Association who was instrumental in urging all parties to join together. And, thanks also to County Executive Edward Mangano for sending the item down to the Legislature and to Presiding Officer Peter Schmitt for putting it on the agenda.

One cannot forget, according to Jacobs, the one person who "sweetened" the pie, while she was working tirelessly behind the scenes. "That person is Laura Schultz, of Residents for a More Beautiful Syosset, who is known as the "Brownie Lady" and those brownies went a long way to sweeten the winding road to completion", said Jacobs.

The next step is that Town sending the project out for bids on the RFP on the project and within 45 days, a decision will be reached as to who will actually do the construction.

"This is one road which paved the way for true bi-partisan solutions. This is truly one of the more important local issues I have dealt with. I wish delays were not inherent in this type of construction, but, unfortunately, they are. The people of the community, I believe, know that their safety was my motivation, always," concluded Jacobs

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Jacobs Supports Legislation to Deny Sex Offenders Employed at Hotels & Motels Access to Room Keys Also calls for screening & monitoring of all employees

July 12th, 2010 - Mineola, NY

Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) is supporting local legislation that would prohibit any hotel or motel employee who is a registered sex offender in New York State from having access to room keys and also calls for the screening and monitoring of all employees.

The legislation would also prohibit any employee who is a registered sex offender from working any event or party where children would be present. The proposed amendment to the County's local law that addresses the monitoring of registered sex offenders was introduced last week.

"Registered sex offenders working at hotels and motels have no business having access to room keys or working around children," said Jacobs.

"Guests and their children deserve to feel safe and this legislation will give people a better sense of security."

The law will require that all hotels and motels in Nassau County conduct a check of the New York State Sex Offender Registry to determine if the employee appears in the registry. If that employee is a registered sex offender, Level One, Level Two or Level Three, then the hotel or motel management must prohibit that employee's access to room keys and parties or events that would require direct contact with children.

"Keys grant access and access implies trust. Convicted sex offenders have demonstrated that they cannot be trusted and legislative action is needed to protect our most vulnerable," added Laura Ahearn, the Executive Director of Parents for Megan's Law.

SENIOR FREE LEGAL CONSULTATIONS

June 7th, 2010 - Mineola, NY - Nassau County Bar Association SENIOR FREE LEGAL CONSULTATIONS

For Nassau County Residents 65 and Older

THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010 - 9:30 am-10:30 am - YOU MUST ARRIVE BY 9:30 am - No late arrivals

Free Private Consultation with an attorney member of the Nassau County Association

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: (516) 747-4070

Nassau County Bar Association 15th and West Streets, Mineola ON PREMISIS PARKING, One Block South of Old Country Road and west of Franklin Avenue, Garden City

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CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECKS

May 24th, 2010 - Mineola, NY - Legislator Judy Jacobs is offering free car seat safety checks to all her Constituents on either June 1st or June 8th from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

The car seat checks will be done at the Plainview (Shoprite) Shopping Center along the area of the parking lot, which borders South Oyster Bay road, just north of the Gulf Station next to the Chase Bank.

Appointments will be given on a first call, first served basis. Please call Legislator Jacobs at 571-6216 to secure your time slot.

Jacobs said, "There are a limited amount of checks which can be done since each one takes time. Please do not delay calling."

Learn more about car seat safety - click here.

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Update on Able-Ride

May 12th, 2010 - Mineola, NY - Read the latest press release on this important issue - CLICK HERE

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What is Able-Ride?

Able-Ride is a shared ride, curb-to-curb paratransit bus service for people with disabilities. Able-Ride provides transportation for people who are unable to use fixed route bus service for some or all of their trips. Age, distance from a bus stop or inability to drive are conditions that are not taken into consideration in making an eligibility determination.

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Able-Ride... The Human Race Is Desperately Needed!!

April 28th, 2010 - Mineola, NY - An open letter from Legislator Judy Jacobs(D-Woodbury)

Able Ride is a service to provide independence, self worth, accomplishments, goals and the ability to turn dreams into reality for so many in need. Able Ride services are now in a very vulnerable time due to the fact that the MTA, in an effort to make up for shortfalls in their budget, has decided to cut North Shore standard bus routes. Able Ride is provided within 3/4 mile of established bus routes and, therein, lays the problem. Right now the actual cut to Able Ride has been put on hold pending court cases and lawyers arguing on behalf of those in need of this vital service. And which bus routes have been cut? Yes, the ones that travel in our areas.

There are alternatives. In Ohio a voucher system is used. This program allows a person to buy vouchers at $4 each from the transit system. The transit system enters into a contract with a taxicab company, which has both cars and wheel chair equipped vans. The voucher is used by the passenger each way. The beauty is that they can go anywhere in the service area, regardless of bus routes. And, amazingly, in Ohio the system works. In fact, costs less for the transit system than using a bus to sometimes pick up one person. Instead a car or a van uses less gas and Ohio found that they actually had a surplus, which built up due to the savings.

The areas of Syosset, East Norwich, Oyster Bay, Bayville and other points north are deeply affected by this cut of service. There are people, like Eric of Syosset, who are students, 6 months away from graduating from college who have to give up on their dream; there are people, like Anthony of Syosset, who depend on Able Ride to function in society to enable them to have mobility and this ends their dreams; and there are people, like Celeste, an attorney from Plainview, who is blind who depends on this service to provide her with the ability to shop in Syosset, visit Oyster Bay and enjoy our Town.

Jamie Lee Curtis, in her book, "Is there really a human race" states, "Is it a sprint? A dash to the end? Am I aware of the time that I spend? And why do I do it, this zillion-yard dash? If we don't help each other, we're all going to crash!!!!"

If other states and counties could find alternatives, there is no excuse for us not to. Certainly not caring should not be acceptable... we must commit to finding the solution. After all, we are the human race... aren't we?

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What is Able-Ride?

Able-Ride is a shared ride, curb-to-curb paratransit bus service for people with disabilities. Able-Ride provides transportation for people who are unable to use fixed route bus service for some or all of their trips. Age, distance from a bus stop or inability to drive are conditions that are not taken into consideration in making an eligibility determination.

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Nassau County Assessment Review Comission in Oyster Bay

February 4th, 2010 - Oyster Bay, NY - Legislator Judy Jacobs(D-Woodbury) brought the assessment review commission to Doubleday Babcock Senior Center in Oyster Bay on Thursday, the 4th of February. Helen Mc Queen was the main speaker and walked the over 100 people who attended through the application process needed to grieve your assessment.


Pictured is Legislator Jacobs welcoming those who attended and explaining how easy it is once they receive the proper instructions from Ms. McQueen.

Afterwards, Ms. McQueen stayed to answer all questions that any resident may have had. Legislator Jacobs said, "It is my pleasure to ease the burden on our residents by bringing the office to them, rather than having them drive all the way to Mineola. The deadline for filing grievances is March 1st. If anyone needs an application or has a question, please call my office at 571-6216,"

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Jacobs captures 61% of vote in 16th District Legislative race

November 4th, 2009 - Mineola, NY - With a margin of victory that illustrates her broad base of support and popularity, Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) was reelected to her 8th legislative term on Tuesday, November 3, to represent the 16th legislative district.

"I am deeply honored and humbled by the ongoing support of my constituents. Their trust in me and my ability to help Nassau County during these troubling economic times is vitally important as we continue to look for new ways to ease the burden on our hard-pressed taxpayers," she said.

Legislator Jacobs, who has served in the Legislature for 14 years, topped her opponent, Republican Rebecca Alesia, earning 8,065 votes to her opponent's 6,166.

The Republicans gained the majority back with this election, the first time in 10 years.

"The taxpayers of this County have issued a mandate to both parties to deliver tax relief and I take this mandate very seriously," Jacobs said. "I hear the voters loud and clear and as always they have my word that I will work hard on the issues that are important to them."

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"Not My Child"

October 29, 2009 - "Not My Child" brought to the community by the DA's office in conjunction with Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs. It is a must for parents, teenagers and grandparents, pointing out the telltale signs of heroin use, etc. It is from 7-9 PM at the Plainview/Old Bethpage Library, located on Old Country Road, just west of Manetto Hill road, in Plainview.

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Jacobs approves 2010 no-tax increase budget - Adds funding to L.I. Bus, day care and fire service training

October 29, 2009 - Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) this week approved the County's $2.6 billion no-tax increase budget proposed by County Executive Thomas Suozzi, but not before adding amendments that restored some funding to several critical programs, including Long Island Bus, training for firefighters and salary enhancements for day care workers.

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Nassau Legislators Abrahams & Jacobs alert consumers to "Gas Zone Pricing"

October 1, 2009 - Nassau County legislators Kevan Abrahams (D-Hempstead) and Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) today told consumers to be wary of zone pricing of gas, a practice used by big oil companies to artificially inflate the price of gas in certain regions.

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Legislator Jacobs Helps Bag Hunger

September 23, 2009 - Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) took on a different kind of day job. She went to Greenfield's ShopRite of Morton Village, put on an apron and got to work bagging groceries to raise awareness regarding hunger in our community.

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Legislator Jacobs Encourages Residents to Take Advantage of LIPA Rebates

August 8, 2009 - Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs (D-Woodbury) encourages residents to take advantage of rebates included in the Long Island Power Authority's (LIPA) Efficiency Long Island program. Legislator Jacobs recently received a correspondence from Kevin Law, the President and CEO of LIPA, outlining the savings to share with residents.

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