Council Member· 2022–2025
Sal Ferro
Huntington
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 8
- Total speaking time
- 12:55
- Avg per meeting
- 1:37
- Segments
- 331
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Top issues during term (20)
Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Restrictions
Nullified potential state equipment rebate utilization for commercial landscaping shifts.
Municipal Budget Adjustments and Capital Grants
Increases the maximum credit card spending limit for electronic purchases to $100,000 and adjusts departmental budgets across town operations.
Map of Eastern Hills Subdivision Waivers
Private developer funding for drainage infrastructure.
2026 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budgets
Overall town fund budget increases by 2.3% with a 0% tax increase in general and part-town funds.
Residential Variance Requests and Neighborhood Improvements
Private property investments with no direct cost to the town.
Heckscher Park Improvements and Open Space Funds
Directly impacts how $6.4 million in open space reserves and park improvement funds are budgeted and spent.
SEQRA Compliance and Generic Environmental Impact Statements for TDFRs
Economic certainty and development timelines for commercial property owners acquiring sanitary flow credits.
Water District Bond Authorizations and Infrastructure Upgrades
Involves $7.075 million in total appropriations, backed by $3.875 million in bond debt and $3.2 million in district funds.
Estates at Elwood (Media Villa) Development
Generates new housing and ratables for the Elwood school district while preserving significant open space.
Vape Shop Saturation and Regulations
Potential revenue increase from higher fines.
Detached Garage Scale and Neighborhood Compatibility in Dix Hills
None
Melville Town Center Overlay & School District Impact Agreements
Could impact commercial property values and leasing flexibility in Melville industrial parks.
Harley's Grill Outdoor Dining Expansion & Parking Relief
Supports local business growth and dining capacity without increasing total seating.
Ingraham Preserve Open Space Acquisition
Appropriates $113,200 from the Open Space and Park Improvement Reserve Fund.
Community Events and Festival License Agreements
Minimal impact, largely involving co-sponsorships and park usage permissions.
Public Nuisance Fine Increases for Illicit Spas
Fines will increase to $2,500 for violations of public nuisance laws.
Retaining Wall Code Regulations
The property owner will bear the cost of retaining an independent town-approved engineer.
Accessory Structure Size Limits and Exemptions
Private investment in property improvements.
Huntington African-American Museum Park Land Alienation
Financial impacts remain to be fully determined as the museum development moves through state approvals and planning phases.
town board actions
Your tax dollars are getting stretched to pay for better computer defense and smoother bus rides, plus whatever it costs to swap out the park signs.
Decisions during term (612)
Recorded while Ferro was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of November 19, 2025 and December 3, 2025 Meeting Minutes
Subdivision Filing Extensions (90 Days)
Lot Line Change Extension (3 Months)
Performance Bond Extensions (1 Year)
Landscape Bonds
Site Plan #1: 336 South Service Road (SP25-10007)
Subdivision #3: Woodhull Platt Covenant Modification
Approval of November 13, 2025 Minutes
Approval of November 20, 2025 Minutes
Approval of December 4, 2025 Minutes
Front Yard Relief - 49 Manchester Road (PH #23565)
Accessory Structure Relief - 44 Raybor Road (PH #23276)
Accessory Structure Relief - 3 Eunice Drive (PH #23564)
Lot Width Relief - 7 Marcy Avenue (PH #23593)
Lot Width Relief - 7 Marcy Avenue Second Lot (PH #23594)
Special Use Permit and Variances - 1714 New York Avenue (PH #23557)
Retaining Wall Relief - 39 Connelly Road (PH #23581)
Amended Decision - 512 Adams Street, Centerport (ZBA #23231)
Add Late Starter Resolution 2025-634 (Dix Hills Water District)
Add Late Starter Resolution 2025-635 (Senior Nutrition Program)
Voting record (11)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Community Development Agency Resolution 2025-CD-10 (Family Service League)
Abstaining due to serving on the board of the organization.