I want to congratulate Mayor Gerard Tangredi and the board of trustees of the Village of Stewart Manor regarding the recent completion of their budget. Having participated in this process the three previous years, I know how difficult and time consuming it can be. But I think it is terrific that this mayor and his fellow board members were able to manage expenses, purchase new equipment and maintain a rainy day fund, all in the face of increasing pension costs, rising health insurance benefits and mandates they have no control over.
Since moving to this small village almost seven years ago, I have been impressed by the dedication of volunteer mayors and trustees who have consistently sought to maintain the special feeling of this village that they experienced when first moving here.
Most times, when my fellow residents and I write a letter, it is usually to complain. But I need to be equally fair when things are done right. I congratulate this current village administration and wish them success for a well-deserved break after completing the budget and in the years to come.
James J. Lynch. M.D.
