Park Renovation

As you all know, I have been working with Brookhaven Town's Park's Department and Councilwoman Kathleen Walsh's Office in getting Dorchester Park fixed up on all levels. From our July meeting where Deputy Commissioner Owens and Legislative Aide Anthony Powell joined us, we learned that the Budget was due to pass in late September.
With little response for over a month, I have finally heard back.

Brookhaven Town wants to fix Dorchester Park and do it right...., unfortunately, due to the significantly large budget cuts being proposed this year, the outlook on ANY park renovations remains bleak. Within the Supervisor's proposal for 69 employee lay-offs, Parks stands as one of the hardest departments being hit. In these hard economic times, I am sure you all can understand that.

For your reference, there is a copy of the preliminary budget available for view on the Town website. www.brookhaven.org

I will keep bringing this to the table till budget allows for renovations. I will also be following up on playground equipment yet to be replaced since "arson incident" occurred. And, last but not least, the Neighborhood Watch Signs will be hung- I promise.

With the holiday approaching, I am sure everyone is very busy. I wish everyone a very happy holiday season and a healthy, happy and prosperous new year ahead...

Warmest regards,

Your Neighborhood Watch Captain