Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Glen Cove public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues with medium priority
Water Department Cybersecurity
The state requires a cybersecurity vulnerability scan of the water system by January 1, 2027; a grant covers the roughly $40,000 cost.
Garbage Collection Schedule
Glen Cove just released its holiday garbage pickup schedule for the rest of 2026. The key date: October 28 is the last chance this season to put out yard waste and metal. If you’ve got either piling up, don’t miss it.
Electric Vehicle Charging Fees
The city is adding two EV charging spaces at the Brewster Street Garage and, for the first time, charging $0.40 per kilowatt-hour — the Brewster chargers had been free under a now-exhausted state grant.
Pulaski Street Garage Lease to North Shore Honda
The city would lease the north side of the third floor of the Pulaski Street municipal parking garage to a car dealership for $10,416.67 a month, retroactive to June 1, 2026, through May 2028. That brings garage revenue but reduces public parking there.
Nassau County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Glen Cove is joining Nassau County's update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan at no charge, ensuring local flood and hazard risks get addressed.
Early Voting
Glen Cove is opening early voting at City Hall starting October 24, giving residents a chance to vote before Election Day and skip the usual lines. If your schedule is packed on Election Day, this is a straightforward way to make sure your ballot gets counted.
Road Closure
Highland Road in Glen Cove is closed Thursday morning, Oct. 15, for water-related work, so plan a different route. Nearby residents should also be ready for brief water service interruptions.
Abandoned vehicle time limits on public streets
A Landing Road resident asked why Glen Cove has no rule limiting how long a car can sit on the street; the council agreed to study adding a 7- to 14-day limit.
Sales Tax Revenue Shift from County to State
The city didn't get its county waiver last year, so sales-tax money came in smaller — but the state distribution is now confirmed and should bring in considerably more this year, plus a new hotel occupancy tax starting April 2027.