Craig Johnson

"I am alarmed by County Executive Mangano's plan to close the Sixth Precinct and outsource police operations that cover Manorhaven and the Great Neck, Roslyn, and Manhasset areas to Woodbury.

I understand the fiscal challenges that face Nassau, but targeting my constituents for a reduction in police presence is just plain wrong, and possibly a threat to public safety.

I also don't think it is appropriate for the County Executive to make a change this drastic unilaterally and without public input.

I've been in touch with mayors and community leaders in the areas that would be affected by the County Executive's proposal. We agree that Ed Mangano should hear directly from the residents who would be impacted most from these changes by holding public hearings in each of these communities. "

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