Mayor's Greeting Letter

Dear Friends,

It is my pleasure to extend greetings on behalf of the entire village board; Deputy Mayor John Tufarelli; Trustees Vincent Grasso, Dermond Thomas and Sean Wright; Village Justice Melanie Jenkins, and Village Clerk James Hunter.

The latest U.S. Census has put Valley Stream’s population above 40,000, which is an increase of nearly 2,000 people in the last decade. Clearly, people want to live here in our bustling, clean and friendly village!

Rich in more than 100 acres of pristine parkland, abundant in recreational activities for residents of all ages — and a mere 30 minutes to the heart of Midtown Manhattan — Valley Stream is a suburban oasis close to metro New York and major air, rail, and road transportation that connects us to the world! From baseball and soccer fields, to basketball, tennis — and now, pickleball courts, a miniature golf course, and a magnificent resort-style pool complex — Valley Stream offers a huge variety of recreational outlets.

Our village staff takes great pride in providing great services to our residents. The summer brings outdoor concerts and movies, the Barrett Park Camp program, the Farmers Market, and wildly popular car shows. Throughout the year, there are always plenty of seasonal activities for all to enjoy.

Abounding in civic spirit, Valley Stream is fortunate to have a uniquely dedicated group of citizens who donate their time and talents to the betterment of our community. Our village’s volunteers include the members of the historical society, the brave men and women of the fire department, first-rate auxiliary police and civilian patrols, and organizations catering to residents of all ages — from our youth council to our Silver Threads.

Our website at VSVNY.org, as well as our social media platforms, provides a great way to keep informed of everything that is going on around Valley Stream. The Mayor’s Helpline — (855) 99MAYOR — is another way for the public to let us know of any concerns.

As a lifelong Valley Streamer, I am proud to call this village my home. The entire village board joins me in urging you to take advantage of all that is offered here!

Edwin Fare, Mayor of Valley Stream

Pool-goers at the Arthur J. Hendrickson Park pool complex enjoy the last bit of summer with flowers in bloom.

Tim Baker/Herald file