Town Funds Available for Senior Home Repairs

Low- and moderate-income senior citizens and physically challenged homeowners can receive funding for much needed home repairs under a program sponsored by the Town of Oyster Bay.
 
“The funding allows eligible homeowners to make their homes much more accessible and functional,” said Supervisor John Venditto.

The Town Community Development Block Grant Program, which is administered by the  Department of Intergovernmental Affairs, provides the funding to eligible residents of unincorporated communities throughout the town.

“Among the many possibilities, physically challenged homeowners can have ramps built, stair glides installed, and doors widened to help enhance their freedom and mobility at home,”  Venditto said.

Senior citizens can benefit from a wide variety of essential home repairs, including new roofs, oil or gas burners, new windows and updated plumbing and electrical systems, as well.

Eligible homeowners must be 60 years of age or older, or physically challenged, own and occupy their own home. All applicants must meet federal income guidelines. For an application and/or further assistance, homeowners can call the Town Community Development Office at 624-6177/6170.

Town Will Take Part in “Toys for Tots” Drive Through Dec. 15

Oyster Bay will be part of the "Toys for Tots" collection drive which runsl runs through Dec. 15.

The program, run by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, collects new, unwrapped toys to be used as gifts for children in the community. 

For those who wish to donate to “Toys for Tots”, clearly labeled boxes for the “Toys for Tots” drives can be found in the following Town facilities.

Town Board to Meet This Week

The Oyster Bay Town Board meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 26 has been moved up a week, to this Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 10 a.m.