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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Glen Cove public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Electric Vehicle Charging Fees
The city is adding two EV charging spaces at the Brewster Street Garage and, for the first time, charging $0.40 per kilowatt-hour — the Brewster chargers had been free under a now-exhausted state grant.
Garbage Collection Schedule
Glen Cove just released its holiday garbage pickup schedule for the rest of 2026. The key date: October 28 is the last chance this season to put out yard waste and metal. If you’ve got either piling up, don’t miss it.
Water Department Cybersecurity
State health rules force a cybersecurity vulnerability scan of the water system by January 1 — an outside firm will do it, and a grant covers the roughly $40,000 cost.
Nassau County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Glen Cove is joining Nassau County's update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan at no charge, ensuring local flood and hazard risks get addressed.
Pulaski Street Garage Lease to North Shore Honda
The city would lease the north side of the third floor of the Pulaski Street municipal parking garage to a car dealership for $10,416.67 a month, retroactive to June 1, 2026, through May 2028. That brings garage revenue but reduces public parking there.
Early Voting
Glen Cove is opening early voting at City Hall starting October 24, giving residents a chance to vote before Election Day and skip the usual lines. If your schedule is packed on Election Day, this is a straightforward way to make sure your ballot gets counted.
Road Closure
Highland Road in Glen Cove is closed Thursday morning, Oct. 15, for water-related work, so plan a different route. Nearby residents should also be ready for brief water service interruptions.
Parking Violation and Fine Amendments
New rules tighten parallel parking within 12 inches of the curb and add steep fines for unregistered vehicles — $150 if expired under 30 days, $300 beyond. New fines hit unreadable, covered and concealed plates. A resident also asked for a limit on how long a car can sit on the street; the mayor agreed to study it.
Sales Tax Revenue Shift from County to State
The city didn't get its county waiver last year, so sales-tax money came in smaller — but the state distribution is now confirmed and should bring in considerably more this year, plus a new hotel occupancy tax starting April 2027.
Water Department Pump Testing
Glen Cove’s Water Department is testing pumps at the Nancy Court water station on Friday, October 9. If you’re nearby, you might see brief service hiccups, but nothing major is expected.
Water Service Restoration
Water service is back on near Highland Road, and the road has reopened after an outage. If you have neighbors who were still dealing with disruptions, give them a heads-up that service has been restored.
Housing Choice Voucher Program plan update (HOTMA compliance)
The city's housing voucher program administrative plan is being updated to meet federal HOTMA rules. The public can review and comment through October 13 before adoption.
Event spending oversight questions
A fight over paying bands from the summer's Island Vibe events and the street fair exposed budgeting problems: entertainment was contracted without council authorization and the special events line is running short until fair revenue arrives. Three members abstained until the money is confirmed.
New stop sign at Kirkwood Drive and Brookdale Road
Drivers were speeding through this intersection trying to beat the Forest Avenue light, endangering pedestrians, cyclists and cross traffic. A new stop sign for southbound Kirkwood Drive is now law.
Landmark designation of the First Presbyterian Church (7 North Lane)
The city's most recognizable building — a 120-year-old Tudor-style church — is one step closer to official landmark protection. Even its new congregation supports the designation, which would prevent commercial redevelopment.
Fitness studios allowed in B-1, B-2 and B-3 business districts
The zoning code now permits fitness studios in the city's business districts, making it easier for gyms and workout studios to open in more commercial locations.
Police training access to school facilities
The city and school district formalized an agreement letting police train for active-assailant scenarios in school buildings, retroactive to July 1. This year's training is at the Daisy School.
Glen Street food-delivery parking zone
The council created a single 10-minute parking spot on Glen Street restricted to DoorDash and other delivery drivers, converting what's now a morning loading zone into afternoon pickup parking. Local businesses asked for it, and it aims to stop delivery cars from clogging the street.
Parking overhaul near the hospital
New alternate-side and no-stopping rules on Prestwick Terrace, Francis Terrace and Austral Avenue aim to relieve parking chaos caused by hospital construction eating employee parking. Neighbors may see stricter enforcement on their blocks.
Road, drainage and sidewalk work continues
A change order adds $84,485 to the Stasi General Contracting road and sidewalk project, bringing that contract to about $1.64 million.
Senior center programs funded
Nearly $100,000 in state and county aging-services money was accepted ($30,000 + $50,000 + $12,000), and contracts renewed for art, music therapy and craft programs at the senior center through year-end.
New parking rules on Prestwick, Francis Terrace and Austral Avenue
Three ordinances impose new daytime parking restrictions and no-stopping zones on Prestwick Terrace, Francis Terrace and Austral Avenue. Neighbors there will see alternate-side rules on weekdays and new no-stopping stretches.
Farmers market moves to Village Square
The Deep Roots Farmers Market is relocating to Village Square starting May 30 — a boost officials hope energizes downtown foot traffic.
Summer recreation staffing and programs
30 seasonal hires — including 17 lifeguards — were approved so Crescent Beach can open this summer and camps run. One councilwoman disclosed her two daughters are on the list but voted yes to guarantee lifeguard coverage.
Animal Shelter Operations Contract
Cove Animal Rescue keeps running the city shelter at 40 Shore Road for about $104,900 a year, plus $12,000 extra for a cat trap-neuter-release program.
LIRR Strike Ferry Backup at Glen Cove Terminal
With a Long Island Rail Road strike threatened for May 16, the council approved license agreements letting NYU Langone Health shuttle employees through the Glen Cove ferry terminal via New York Water Taxi on weekdays.