The Island’s emissions
We know Long Island’s electricity and gas consumption rates are high, so we know we emit a significant amount of greenhouse gases. And we know we need to reduce those emissions — 45 percent by 2045...
View ArticleThe value of public education
We know the value of a quality education. Perhaps not as well-known is the value a quality public university can bring to a region. Public colleges and universities provide affordable educational...
View Article2 decades of population change
The rise and fall of a region’s population is a natural occurrence, but one that can have long lasting implications. Looking at these changes through the vantage point of 257 of our villages and...
View ArticleThe building permit process: Va. vs. LI
How well does Long Island compete with other suburban regions in building the types of housing needed to attract and retain young professionals? Hmmm, not great. In Fairfax, Virginia all the necessary...
View ArticleUnplug on Screen-Free Week
Technology is a very useful and important part of our lives, however, research shows that increased screen time by children has an adverse effect on their health and development. Very young children...
View ArticleStill Separate in the ‘Burbs
A new study by Teachers College reveals a long-term problem that many have known, but are often reluctant to talk about much less address. Long Island schools are segregated. Compared to the nation as...
View ArticleClosing the achievement gap before it starts
Differences in language acquisition are tied to multiple factors, including family income. Children from poorer families struggle to keep pace with peers.
View ArticleLong Island Service Providers
With over 600 governmental agencies involved in setting our taxes, managing our services and planning for the future. It’s no mystery why taxes are so high.
View ArticleOur Property Taxes
Case in point—inflation rose 32% during these years, but for this homeowner, taxes rose 61%.
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