Mangano Releases Details on Right-Sizing Plan & Dispels Rumors of 6th Precinct Closure

No impact on public safety, reduces department by 125 employees countywide and saves taxpayers over $20 million annually

Addressing a $248 million deficit left behind by his predecessor and millions in unfunded mandates passed by the State Legislature, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Police Commissioner Lawrence W. Mulvey today dispelled rumors regarding a countywide right-sizing plan for the Nassau County Police Department.

“Keeping residents safe is my number one priority.  That is why our plan keeps officers on the streets, keeps patrols cars in their same neighborhoods, and leaves all precincts opened to the public,” said County Executive Mangano.

Under the plan developed by Mangano and Mulvey, 125 non-patrol positions throughout the county currently being vacated by department retirees will not be filled with new employees.  The administrative personnel and administrative functions of the 6th Precinct will be consolidated into the 2nd Precinct. 

“The plan released today saves taxpayers significant dollars while streamlining duplicative work within the department,” said Commissioner Mulvey.  “Residents should know that response time will not be impacted and that no officers will be taken off our streets or out of our neighborhoods.”

Despite misinformation and politically motivated fear tactics used by State Sen. Craig Johnson, the 6th Precinct will remain open with police officers and many other crime fighting services.  Administrative functions will be streamlined without affecting public safety.

“Nassau County Police understand the burden faced by homeowners.  For that reason we worked with the County Executive to develop a plan that does not impact public safety and maintains a police presence in the 6th Precinct,” said Nassau County Police Benevolent Association President James Carver. 

“Upon hearing from the County Executive and PBA, I have confidence this plan will preserve the integrity of our police patrols in the 6th Precinct and look forward to reviewing the plan in its entirety,” said Legislator Judi Bosworth.

While saving taxpayers over $20 million annually, Mangano’s right-sizing plan will result in the 2nd & 6th Precinct staff together handling only 1,315 major cases annually, less than the 1,347 handled by the 1st Precinct, less than the 1,743 handled by the 3rd Precinct, and less than the 1,333 handled by the 5th Precinct. 

“With families and seniors already stretched thin, we need to find ways to reduce our bloated government and avoid property tax hikes,” said Mangano. “This plan not only protects the streets, but also the taxpayers’ wallets.”