Stimulus Package Losing Support

It is now estimated that only 39% of the American public supports the stimulus bill as passed in the House and sent to the Senate for review and a vote. Senators are now apparently trying to save the best of the bill and rewrite the bill to include items which actually create jobs.

Suffolk Towns Expect Many Tax Grievance Filings

The sinking economy, loss of jobs and no let up in Town and School taxes will force many homeowners to seek a reduction in property taxes. While house resale prices have taken a nosedive there has been no change in how the Towns value residential properties for the purpose of assessing property taxes.

Homeowners may seek a reduction in property taxes by filing a tax grievance or by having a professional prepare the paperwork for them. Tax grievance paperwork forms are available at the Town Assessor's office and must be filed (in Riverhead) between May 1 and May 19, 2009. (See Newsday article on Jan 30, 2009 by Gigi Aharoni)

Amazing Video Of Lighthouses in France. It is believed that most of the lighthouses shown are occupied. A great tribute to their construction.