Study is seeking to identify and valuate new tax strategies, other than the current property tax system, with more equitable ways to raise revenues and reduce the cost of government that will lessen financial impacts on property owners. View the clip
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The Pine Barrens Society television program features the Long Island Regional Planning Council
Executive Director, Richard Guardino, Deputy Executive Director Elizabeth Cole, Council Chairman John Cameron and the Department of Environmental Conservation’s Deputy Commissioner for Water Resources, James Tierney appear on the Long Island Pine Barrens Society’s monthly television program to discuss the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan. The monthly show, hosted by the Society’s Executive Director, Richard… …Continue Reading
New York Water Environment Association’s ClearWaters Magazine: Summer 2017
The summer 2017 issue of the New York Water Environment Association’s (NYWEA) ClearWaters magazine was dedicated to the Long Island Nitrogen Action (LINAP). Articles written by the Long Island Regional Planning Council, the Department of Environmental Conservation, Nassau and Suffolk counties, consultants and researchers cover topics such as the LINAP structure, completed and ongoing projects,… …Continue Reading
Vision Long Island Honors Long Island Regional Planning Council Chairman John Cameron
John Cameron was the recipient of the 2017 Regional Leadership Award for his work on the Long Island Regional Planning Council. Under his leadership the LIRPC has stayed true to its mission and has helped create better economic conditions and more opportunities to bring federal and state resources to Long Island communities.
LIRPC meeting focusing on Long Island’s future housing needs
Newsday reports on discussion involving major residential developers who provided their vision for more mixed-use, multi-family, transit-oriented communities that are especially attractive to young people and workers. View the clip
LIRPC meeting on key community revitalization projects
Four major construction projects across were highlighted at an LIRPC meeting as potential economic catalysts that support the local tax base and provide more housing options and vibrant communities, keeping young adults and aging baby boomers on Long Island. Full Article: LI town and village projects key to tax base, future, planners say Renaissance… …Continue Reading
