The May 21, 2025 Work Session and Public Meeting in Mineola, Nassau County, commenced with discussions on various administrative matters and community events. The meeting began with a motion to approve the start of security in local parks, coinciding with the end of the school year, which was unanimously passed.

Next, the board addressed personnel requests from the Department of Public Works. A resolution was proposed to post for two positions: a labor supervisor and a laborer in the sanitation division, following the retirement of the previous supervisor. The motion to post for these positions was made by Trustee Soloski and seconded by Deputy Mayor Sartorius, receiving unanimous approval.

The meeting then moved to financial matters, where Mr. Gibbons presented a resolution to approve payments for 16 settled tax certiorari cases. The details of these cases will be available for public review at the clerk's office. The motion to approve these payments was also passed without opposition.

As the work session concluded, the board transitioned into the public meeting segment at 7:00 PM. Mayor's remarks highlighted the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, emphasizing the annual parade organized by Troop 45 and the Mineola Fire Department. The parade is set to begin at Wilson Park at 11 AM on Memorial Day, following a traditional route and culminating in a brief ceremony at Memorial Park.

The Mayor also reminded residents of the adjusted sanitation schedule for the holiday weekend, urging them to adhere to the new garbage collection days.

In addition to the Memorial Day events, the Mayor recapped the success of the recent second annual Foodie Festival held at Wilson Park, which attracted thousands of attendees over two days. Plans for future events were shared, including an arts festival in June and a nostalgia festival in July, along with a series of concerts starting this Friday.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for community members to participate in upcoming events and stay informed through social media and email alerts. Overall, the meeting underscored the village's commitment to community engagement and the smooth operation of local services.