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VOTERS GUIDE Long Island Voters Guide: Nov. 7, 2023 general election

Francis J. Salazar Jr.

Francis J. Salazar Jr. is running for Council Member, Town of Brookhaven, 5th District

Francis J. Salazar Jr.

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FRANCIS J. SALAZAR JR.

Democratic

BACKGROUND:

  • Salazar, 43, of Patchogue, is an assistant principal at Copiague Middle School. He began his career in education as a special education teacher.
  • He is in his second year on the Patchogue Medford Board of Education.
  • He has devoted many years to coaching sports.

ISSUES:

  • Salazar said he is concerned that already high taxes will go higher still when the Brookhaven landfill closes. He said residents don’t need their town tax bill to double.
  • Water quality, both drinking water and the bodies of water in and around the community, are another concern. He said many dangerous chemicals are emanating from the landfill.  
  • He said it is important to foster the relationship between law enforcement and the community. He said their presence is essential, especially in and around schools.
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