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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Town of Hempstead public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Traffic Safety and LED Stop Signs
Residents advocated for the expedited installation of LED stop signs near schools in communities like Uniondale, comparing them to installations in other neighborhoods.
Roadway Maintenance and Pothole Repair near Schools
Residents inquired about town roadway resurfacing schedules and criticized the quality of temporary pothole patching methods used in areas like South Baldwin.
Sidewalk Construction, Maintenance, and Assessment Roll
Residents questioned town sidewalk repair procedures, costs, and tree root damage, while the board adopted assessment rolls for sidewalk work across multiple hamlets.
Snow Removal and Infrastructure Maintenance
Residents raised concerns about snow accumulation, narrow streets, and delayed cul-de-sac plowing following a major winter storm, while the supervisor praised town highway crews for clearing over 1,200 miles of roads.
Downtown Parking and Revitalization in Baldwin
A resident suggested utilizing underused space along Brooklyn Avenue near the Baldwin train station to stripe perpendicular parking spaces for commuters.