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Our Impact and Progress

The Ingraham Estates Civic Association works with residents, the Village, Town, County, State departments, and partner agencies to address long-standing issues and improve daily life in our neighborhood. These are real outcomes driven by community advocacy, follow-up, and persistence.

LIRR Hempstead Station Improvements

Advocacy helped move repairs and safety improvements forward at the Hempstead LIRR station.

April 2024 - Advocated for increased police presence at Hempstead Station

March 2025 - IECA met with LIRR administrators to address issues at LIRR Hempstead station

May 2025 - Bike racks added to the LIRR Hempstead station

August 2025 - LIRR accessibility ramp repaired

November 2025 - No smoking/vaping signs installed on crossover bridge

Community Improvements

April 2024 - Walgreens Sliding Door Repair

Escalation to Walgreens headquarters led to door repairs being expedited, and much needed in-store shopping carts and baskets.

October 2024 - Walgreens Roof Repair

Long delayed roof repairs were addressed after sustained follow up by the IECA to Walgreens headquarters.

October 2025 - Street Light Repairs

Reported street light outage on Lincoln Rd. were escalated and resolved, improving nighttime safety.

November 2025 - Welcome Signs Holiday Decoration

For the first time, holiday decorations were added to the Ingraham Estates welcome signs, bringing a sense of pride and shared community spirit.

Fall 2025 - DRI Initiative Consultation

IECA participated in the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) by sharing resident feedback and community priorities to help inform planning and revitalization discussions.

November 2025 - New Pedestrian Crosswalk Added

After months of outreach to Village and Town traffic depts. to improve pedestrian safety in multiple areas, a new crosswalk and pedestrian signal was installed at Peninsula Blvd. and Henry St. near Hempstead Middle School to improve safety.

January 2026 - Street Sign Repaired

Reported hanging street sign on Clermont to Public Works and followed up on repair.

May 2026 - Sidewalk Repaired

Reported unleveled sidewalk on Crowell St. to Public Works and followed up on repair.

April 2026 - Welcome Signs Flower Planting

Partnered with the Dept. of Public Works and Hofstra University students to plant fresh, colorful flowers at our Welcome signs, brightening the community's entrance and sharing beauty, warmth, and vibrancy with neighbors and visitors.

Additional Outcomes and Updates

Subdivision Code Change

Advocacy contributed to a code change addressing problematic subdivision practices by developers.

§ 139-28 Area of one-story dwellings, and § 139-29 Area of two-story dwellings [Amended 6-20-2023 by L.L. No. 2-2023]
Every dwelling shall have a maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of 40% of the lot size.

600 Front Street Development Stopped

Community advocacy helped halt a proposed 54-unit development that raised serious neighborhood concerns.

Front Street Sewer Backup Addressed

Business owner had a recurring sewer backup issue. IECA contacted Public Works to escalate and resolve to prevent further damage.

Business Signage Program Promoted

IECA promoted the Village signage program to support local businesses and improve corridors.

Parking Congestion

Continuous monitoring and reporting illegal parking, commercial vehicles, and street congestion to Traffic, Police, and Village officials. Supported resident petition efforts for a residential parking permit program to help ease overcrowded parking and improve quality of life.

Road Repairs

Potholes and roadway conditions in Ingraham Estates area are continually being reported, tracked, and repaired.

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