Nassau, Suffolk plan would help homeowners rebuild
Photo credit: Newsday / Thomas A. Ferrara | Greg Snow attempts to clear debris from superstorm Sandy from his yard on Atlantic Street in Lindenhurst. (Nov. 1, 2012)
Homeowners on Long Island with electrical systems fouled by superstorm Sandy could soon get expedited repairs -- paid for by Nassau and Suffolk counties, officials said Tuesday.
"Instead of spending money on apartments out of the community, these people would be able to stay in their homes," said Brian Nevin, spokesman for Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano.
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