ICYMI: Farmingdale 'State Of The Village' From Mayor Ekstrand

FARMINGDALE, NY — Farmingdale Mayor Ralph Ekstrand gave a "State of the Village" speech at the February lunch meeting for the Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce and gave some highlights in a news release.

"Financial: The State of the Village is robust, not only financially, but with new businesses, as well as residents moving in!" Ekstrand wrote. "Our BOND RATING is the best it's ever been. The revitalization in the Village has provided new housing options, attracted new merchants and retailers, while also offering employment opportunities. This has resulted in an influx of activity in the downtown, with merchant / storefront vacancies down, as well as the redevelopment of the LIRR train station area."

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