Long Island Towns Beefing Up Snow-Removal Budgets
Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray said last year the town budgeted $2 million for snow removal, but spent more than $2.4 million. This winter, they're setting aside $2.8 million.
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Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray said last year the town budgeted $2 million for snow removal, but spent more than $2.4 million. This winter, they're setting aside $2.8 million.
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