So happy to hear that Jon Kaiman could return as town supervisor of the Town of North Hempstead! Under his previous five-term administration our nationally recognized Project Independence was created, which makes aging in place a possibility. Still an impressive asset in North Hempstead, Project Independence provides medical, social and transportation assistance to our senior citizens. For example, a senior can get taxi transportation for doctor appointments at reduced fare during non-peak hours.
Information about Town programs is readily available via the Town 311 program. The Town of North Hempstead was the first suburban town in the U.S. to offer this program. The Town is able to quickly answer questions when a resident calls 311. When will the beach, pool or dog park open? Can I sign up for the exercise program or register for the Town social event?
And, ever more important in today’s world, he implemented forward-looking programs that reflect concern for the environment. Jon launched a recycling program that includes schools.
Concerning water quality, Town waterways were cleared of pollution. While other municipalities are just now considering wetland restoration, his prescient awareness of the threat of flooding from the rising sea and surges from more severe storms led to wetland restoration in North Hempstead. Other municipalities are just now considering wetland restoration. After serving as town supervisor, Jon was in charge of the cleanup and recovery efforts after Superstorm Sandy.
As town supervisor, he obtained federal grants for environmental infrastructure, housing and community improvements. The nitrogen flow into Manhasset Bay was reduced. Manhasset Bay and Hempstead Harbor were reseeded with oysters to create natural filter that improves water quality. The Yes We Can Community Center was built in New Cassel.
To save taxpayer money and improve the working relationship between town, county and village administrations, Jon created the Office of Intermunicipal Coordination. His merging of two local sewer districts also cut taxpayer costs.
Due to his efforts, the Town was recognized as one of 100 best places to live in America and one of the top 10 to live in the U.S. for senior citizens.
Jon received his law degree from Hofstra University and a MPA from Harvard University. Currently serving as Deputy Suffolk County Executive, he lives with his family in Great Neck.
Jon Kaiman is endorsed for town supervisor by the LI Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO and the non-partisan New York League of Conservation Voters. Please remember to vote on Tues., Nov. 7, and return him as supervisor of the Town of North Hempstead.
Carol Kharivala
New Hyde Park
