JON KAIMAN DEMOCRAT FOR TOWN SUPERVISORSustainability

Since I began serving as the Town of North Hempstead Supervisor, I have executed ambitious plans for a community-based vision for a more sustainable future.

I have established goals and strategies to pursue the standards of sustainability: economic prosperity, social responsibility, and environmental health and well-being. 

The lasting effects of extreme climate are now evident across Long Island, heightening the awareness of the need to reduce carbon emissions for regional sustainability-based planning. Under my administration, I will build on the groundwork that we laid and implement these plans using grant funding that my administration has aggressively and successfully obtained to finance these projects that will significantly improve the economic and environmental well-being of the Town of North Hempstead.

Integrated Emissions Inventory

To comprehensively address our carbon footprint and identify opportunities for emission reductions, we are committed to releasing a new, integrated...

Corporate Carbon Challenge

Corporate Challenge for Carbon Emissions Reduction Addressing climate change requires a collective effort that includes both public and private...

Air Quality Monitoring Program

The health and well-being of our residents are paramount.  To ensure that our air quality meets the highest standards, we will develop an air...

Governance and Implementation

Public Engagement for Plan Implementation We will facilitate public engagement to ensure effective plan implementation, collaborating with local...

Trees and Native Species

The Town of North Hempstead’s tree policy developed by Councilwoman Lurvey and the tree committee over which she presides will be a priority policy...

Waste Management

School Recycling and Environmental Education: We will reinstate and expand the award-winning "Town of North Hempstead School Recycling Partnership...

Water Management

Septic System Replacement Incentives: Incentivizing the replacement of failing septic systems will reduce groundwater contamination and contribute...

Energy

Improving Municipal Energy Efficiency: Leading by example, we will enhance the energy efficiency of municipal buildings, fleets, and operations....

Land Use and Livable Communities

Preserving Open Space: Our administration remains committed to preserving open spaces whenever possible, ensuring that our community continues to...
Plan in Formation

This plan is in formation. It is my intention to pursue an ongoing discussion on how North Hempstead can reduce its carbon footprint while creating a strategic plan and municipal template on climate action. (Special thanks to Transition Town Port Washington for input and guidance.)