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Posted on: June 30, 2023

Leg. Richberg Welcomes Summer Interns Participating in the Legislature's 'Page Program'

Cole Ohanian and Kaylei Fanfan, who are participating in the Legislature’s 2023 Page Program

Wyandanch, NY - Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg recently welcomed a pair of college students, Cole Ohanian and Kaylei Fanfan, who are participating in the legislature’s 2023 Page Program and serving as interns this summ...

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Posted on: April 7, 2023

Amityville Resident Andrea DeLoney Honored as 15th LD 'Champion of Diversity'

Champion of Diversity Andrea DeLoney

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg recognized Amityville resident Andrea DeLoney as the Suffolk County 15th Legislative District’s 2023 “Champion of Diversity” at the legislatu...

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Posted on: March 28, 2023

Longtime Amityville Village Resident Honored as 15th LD Irish American of Distinction

Wendy O'Neill 15th LD Irish American of Distinction 2023

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg recognized longtime Amityville Village resident Wendy O’Neill as the Suffolk County15th Legislative District’s 2023 “Irish American of Distin...

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

Minority Leader Richberg Co-Sponsors Car Seat Safety Event in Amityville

Amityville PD Car Seat Inspection Event.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg recently teamed up with the Amityville Police Department and the Suffolk County Police Department to conduct free child car seat safety inspections at the Amityville Fire Department...

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Posted on: August 29, 2022

Suffolk and Nassau Legislature Minority Leaders Partner for "Best of LI" Basketball Tournament

The winners of the inaugural “Best of Long Island” basketball tournament.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg (D - West Babylon) and Nassau County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams (D - Freeport) celebrated the region’s top hardwood talent by hosting the inau...

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Posted on: June 8, 2022

Suffolk Legislature Approves Funding of Body Cameras for SCPD

A police officer wearing a body camera.

Wyandanch, NY – A resolution authorizing funding to purchase body cameras for all public-facing members of the Suffolk County Police Department was approved unanimously by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general meeting on June 7. ...

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Posted on: May 4, 2022

Suffolk Officials Announce Second Annual Youth Week May 16-21

The promotional flyer for Suffolk County Youth Week 2022.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg, Suffolk County Legislature Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey, and Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone have announced the second annual Suffolk County Youth Week will b...

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Posted on: April 18, 2022

Suffolk Legislature Approves Bill Directing SCPD to Study Gunshot Detection Technology

An example of gunshot detection technology.

Wyandanch, NY – A resolution introduced by Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg directing the Suffolk County Police Department to study the feasibility of implementing gunshot detection and location technology was approved by the Suff...

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Posted on: March 30, 2022

Leg. Richberg Names Traci A. Fonville 15th District 'Woman of Distinction'

The 15th Legislative District’s 2022 “Woman of Distinction,” Traci A. Fonville.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason A. Richberg recently announced his pick for the 15th Legislative District’s 2022 Woman of Distinction, Town of Babylon Department of Human Services Commissioner Traci A. ...

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Posted on: February 22, 2022

Leg. Richberg Honors Residents with 2nd Annual 15th District Community Awards

Legislator Richberg recognizes residents of Suffolk's 15th Legislative District.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Democratic Leader Jason Richberg recently recognized residents of Suffolk's 15th Legislative District who have gone above and beyond supporting their community over the past year, as well as a ...

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Posted on: February 2, 2022

Suffolk County Legislature Honors Longtime Labor Advocate Roger Clayman

The Suffolk Legislature honors longtime labor advocate Roger Clayman at their Feb. 1, 2022 meeting.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislature Democratic Leader Jason Richberg joined Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey at the legislature’s general meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 1 to present a proclamation signed by all 18 legislators to Roge...

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Posted on: January 14, 2022

Legislators Richberg and Krupski Congratulate Amityville and Riverhead on NY State Funding

Amityville Village (L) and the Town of Riverhead (R) will each receive $10 million in funding.

Wyandanch, NY – New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced Amityville Village and the Town of Riverhead will each receive $10 million in funding as the Long Island region winners of the fifth round of the state’s Downtown ...

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Posted on: January 3, 2022

Leg. Richberg Sworn in for Second Term, Named Legislature Minority Leader

Legislator Richberg is joined by his mother, wife and two sons as he is sworn in for his second term

Wyandanch, NY –Suffolk County Legislator Jason A. Richberg was sworn in to serve his second term as legislator of Suffolk’s 15th district at the legislature’s organizational meeting on Monday, Jan. 3. Leg. Richberg was also s...

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Posted on: December 22, 2021

Leg. Richberg, Assemblywoman Jean-Pierre, Town of Babylon & SCPD Hold Toy Distribution in Wyandanch

Legislator Richberg is joined by Assemblywoman Jean-Pierre and members of the SCPD.

Wyandanch, NY – With the Holiday Season in full swing, Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg partnered with New York State Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, the Town of Babylon, the Suffolk County Police First Precinct and Toys for Tots Long Island t...

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Posted on: October 8, 2021

Leg. Richberg Honors Local Pageant Winner and High School Track Coach

Leg. Richberg presents proclamations at the Oct. 8, 2021 General Meeting.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recognized a pair of county residents, Naya Pierce and Reynolds Hawkins, for their accomplishments and contributions to the 15th district at the legislature’s general meeting on Tuesday, Oc...

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Posted on: September 28, 2021

Leg. Richberg Helps Celebrate Black-Owner Businesses at Annual Ujamaa Fest in Wyandanch

Legislator Richberg joins fellow elected officials and community members at the 2021 Ujamaa Fest

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg was on hand this past weekend at Black Long Island’s fourth annual Ujamaa Fest, which featured approximately 100 vendors, youth entrepreneurs, celebrations of Pan-Africanism, liv...

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Posted on: August 27, 2021

Leg. Richberg, Assemblywoman Jean-Pierre Host Candlelight Vigil for Haitian Earthquake Victims

Leg. Richberg is joined by Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre officials at a candlelight vigil.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg partnered with New York State Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre and the Town of Babylon to hold a candlelight vigil in support of the residents of Haiti suffering from the effect...

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Posted on: August 4, 2021

Leg. Richberg Honors Student-Athlete Wilhelm James Daal II

Legislator Richberg presents a proclamation to North Amityville resident Wilhelm “Billy” James Daal

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg presented a proclamation to student-athlete and North Amityville resident Wilhelm “Billy” James Daal II in recognition of his numerous athletic achievements at the gene...

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

Leg. Richberg Joins Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry to Announce Completion of Dredging Projects

Legislator Richberg and Village of Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry at Ketcham Creek.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recently joined Village of Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry to announce the completion of the long-awaited dredging of the Bayview Canal and Ketcham Creek in Amityville.“South Shore ...

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Posted on: June 14, 2021

Leg. Richberg Names Cindy Ann Johnson 15th District 'Healthcare Hero'

Legislator Richberg and the15th District's 2021 "Healthcare Hero", Cindy Ann Johnson.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recently recognized Cindy Ann Johnson of the Martin Luther King Jr. Health Center in Wyandanch as the 15th Legislative District's 2021 "Healthcare Hero".Suffolk County d...

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Posted on: May 26, 2021

Leg. Richberg Recognizes N. Lindenhurst Firefighters for Their Years of Service

Legislator Richberg presents a proclamation to John Maes at the North Lindenhurst Fire Department

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recently joined the North Lindenhurst Fire Department for its 64th annual Installation Dinner and Awards Ceremony.The event, held on Saturday, May 22, celebrated outgoing leadership finish...

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Posted on: April 27, 2021

Leg. Richberg Joins County Exec. Bellone to Announce Historic Investment in Water Quality

Legislator Jason Richberg joins state and county officials for a historic announcement on 4/22/21.

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recently joined Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and a number of other state and county officials on Earth Day for a historic announcement advancing water quality in our region.County Executiv...

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Posted on: March 18, 2021

Legislature Approves Bills Aiming to Spread Awareness of Bicycle Safety

A pair of resolutions aiming to help spread awareness of bicycle safety were approved on March 16.

Wyandanch, NY – A pair of resolutions introduced by Legislator Jason Richberg aiming to help spread awareness of bicycle safety were approved by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general meeting on March 16.“Countless residents of ...

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Posted on: March 17, 2021

Legislator Richberg Names Denise Leary 15th District 'Woman of Distinction'

The 15th Legislative District’s 2021 ‘Woman of Distinction,’ Denise Leary

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason A. Richberg recently announced his pick for the 15th Legislative District’s 2021 Woman of Distinction, Belmont Lake Civic Association President Denise Leary.In celebration of Women’s History Month each March...

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Posted on: March 3, 2021

Leg. Richberg Celebrates Black History Month with Special Virtual Program

Legislator Richberg’s 2021 15th District Virtual Black History Month Program “Black History Matters&

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason A. Richberg recently celebrated Black History Month with a special virtual program, “Black History Matters”.“With ongoing COVID restrictions not allowing the large, in...

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Posted on: January 4, 2021

Leg. Richberg Announces Winners of First Annual 15th District Community Awards

Legislator Jason Richberg's first annual 15th District Community Awards

Wyandanch, NY – In an effort to recognize residents of Suffolk's 15th Legislative District who have gone above and beyond supporting their community this past year, Legislator Jason Richberg recently held the first annual 15th Legislati...

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Posted on: December 21, 2020

Legislature Approves Bill Waiving Sewer Fees for Financially Stressed Public School Districts

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Wyandanch, NY – A new law introduced by Legislator Jason Richberg waiving sewer connection fees for financially stressed public school districts with failing on-site sewage systems was approved by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general me...

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Posted on: December 16, 2020

Suffolk Legislature Approves Bill Establishing Maternal Mortality Task Force

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Wyandanch, NY – A resolution introduced by Legislator Jason Richberg establishing a task force to study maternal morbidity and mortality rates in Suffolk County, with a specific focus on communities of color and aftercare, was...

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Posted on: November 16, 2020

Leg. Richberg Announces Partnership with Cops N Kids LI for a Pair of Holiday Collection Drives

Cops N' Kids LI "Operation Give Back" 2020 Toy Drive

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg has announced his office will be serving as a drop-off location for two community collection drives this holiday season sponsored by Cops N' Kids Long Island.Cops N’ Kid...

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Posted on: October 13, 2020

Legislature Passes Bills Banning False Reporting Based on Bias & Establishing COVID Task Force

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Wyandanch, NY – Two resolutions introduced by Legislator Jason Richberg were unanimously approved by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general meeting on October 6: IR1552-2020, “A Local Law to amend the County Human Rights Law to ...

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Posted on: October 8, 2020

Leg. Richberg, Officials Urge Congress to Fund and Extend Deadlines on Suffolk Sewer Projects

Leg. Richberg speaks at a press conference calling on Congress to fund local sewer projects.

WEST BABYLON, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg was recently joined by elected officials from local and state government for a press conference at Belmont Lake State Park in West Babylon urging the federal government to add infrastru...

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Posted on: September 25, 2020

Leg. Richberg Announces First Annual 15th District Community Awards

Legislator Richberg Presents: The 15th District 2020 Community Awards

Wyandanch, NY – Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg is proud to announce the first annual 15th District Community Awards!The 15th District Community Awards will recognize residents of Suffolk's 15th Legislative District who have go...

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Posted on: August 13, 2020

W. Babylon Student Recognized for Completion of "Distinguished Youth Award" Program

Dylan Peck of West Babylon is Recognized for his completion of the Distinguished Youth Award program

Wyandanch, NY – West Babylon resident Dylan Peck was recently recognized for his participation in the Suffolk County Legislature’s 2019-2020 Distinguished Youth Award program.The Distinguished Youth Award program aims to encourage our ...

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Posted on: July 30, 2020

Leg. Richberg Sponsored Bill Requiring Annual Diversity & Inclusion Training Passes Unanimously

Diversity & Inclusion Training Press Release Photo

Wyandanch, NY – A resolution introduced by Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg requiring annual diversity and inclusion training for all county employees was unanimously approved by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general meeting on J...

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Posted on: June 26, 2020

Leg. Richberg Marks First 100 Days in Office with Landmark Legislation, COVID Response

A photo collage of Legislator Richberg's first 100 days in office.

Wyandanch, NY – Newly-elected Suffolk County Legislator Jason A. Richberg has wrapped up his first 100 days in office. In just over three months, Legislator Richberg has worked tirelessly to represent the people of the 15th district, introducing...

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Posted on: June 24, 2020

Legislature Unanimously Passes Two Bills Sponsored by Leg. Richberg

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Wyandanch, NY – Two resolutions introduced by Legislator Jason Richberg were unanimously approved by the Suffolk County Legislature at its general meeting on June 23: IR1573-2020, “Commemorating Juneteenth in Suffolk County,”...

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Posted on: June 11, 2020

Leg. Richberg Sponsors Legislation Extending Suffolk's Property Tax Redemption Process

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Wyandanch, NY – A resolution sponsored by Legislator Jason Richberg establishing procedures for the county’s hardship property tax redemption process in times of crisis was approved in a bi-partisan effort by the Suffolk County Legisla...

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Posted on: April 1, 2020

Legislator Richberg Assigned to Five Legislative Committees, Will Serve as Budget & Finance Chair

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Wyandanch, NY – Newly-elected Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg has been appointed by Presiding Officer Robert Calarco to serve as Chair of the legislature’s Budget and Finance Committee, which reviews and considers legislative ...

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Posted on: March 18, 2020

Legislator Richberg Proud to Support 'Ban the Box' Legislation

Ban the Box press release photo

Wyandanch, NY – One of newly-elected Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg’s first official acts in office was to join Legislators Susan A. Berland, Samuel Gonzalez, and Kevin McCaffrey in co-sponsoring IR-1019, “...

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