The Town of North Hempstead has proposed a preliminary budget of $138 million for 2026, a 1.47% spending increase over the current year.

The town also has proposed to freeze the tax levy at $42.89 million.

Taxes for homeowners in unincorporated parts of the town would average $763.35 in 2026 and $247.30 for those living in villages, officials said, down from $767.17 and up from $246.71, respectively, for 2025.

Supervisor Jennifer DeSena said in an emailed statement the budget was a "balancing act."

"We're committed to fully maintaining current services and continuing long-overdue repairs to town infrastructure," DeSena said. "But that can only be achieved by controlling everyday spending and being smart with every dollar. I sincerely hope my colleagues across the aisle don’t view the

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