So many of the complaints we’re receiving are from homeowners who say their sidewalks and curbs are in serious need of repair or replacing, or from residents who feel their streets need repaving.
Readers in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties are bothered by these problems.
If you feel the streets and sidewalks on your block need to be addressed, contact the department in your town and ask whether there are plans for your neighborhood when the paving season starts this spring. Be sure to point out any dangerous conditions caused by the need for repairs. Jot down the name of the person you’ve talked with, their direct line telephone number the date, what was said and when you should be hearing back from someone. Your area may not be slated for repairs, but if a dangerous condition has developed, the town is more likely to squeeze in the work even if it's not on a master plan.
In most towns, the highway department is responsible for the work. In Smithtown, the parks department takes care of sidewalk repairs. Click on the town links at the left for telephone numbers.
