Port Washington North, New York Explained

Port Washington North, New York
Official Name:Incorporated Village of Port Washington North
Settlement Type:Village
Nickname:Port North, Soundview, The View
Pushpin Map:USA New York Long Island#New York
Pushpin Label Position:top
Pushpin Map Caption:Location on Long Island##Location within the state of New York
Mapsize:260px
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: United States
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Type2:County
Subdivision Name2:Nassau
Leader Title:Mayor
Leader Name:Robert Weitzner
Leader Title1:Trustees
Established Title:Incorporated
Established Date:1932
Unit Pref:Imperial
Area Footnotes:[1]
Area Total Km2:1.29
Area Land Km2:1.24
Area Water Km2:0.05
Area Total Sq Mi:0.50
Area Land Sq Mi:0.48
Area Water Sq Mi:0.02
Population As Of:2020
Population Total:3160
Population Density Km2:2549.32
Population Density Sq Mi:6597.08
Timezone:Eastern (EST)
Utc Offset:-5
Timezone Dst:EDT
Utc Offset Dst:-4
Elevation M:8
Elevation Ft:26
Coordinates:40.8447°N -73.7019°W
Postal Code Type:Zip code
Postal Code:11050
Area Code:516, 363
Blank Name:FIPS code
Blank Info:36-59531
Blank1 Name:GNIS feature ID
Blank1 Info:0960980
Population Demonym:Port Norther; Port Washingtonian
Subdivision Name3:North Hempstead
Subdivision Type3:Town
Image Blank Emblem:File:New_Port_Washington_North,_New_York_Emblem.jpeg
Blank Emblem Type:Official Emblem of Port Washington North
Blank Emblem Size:150px
Founder:John Cocks
Named For:Its geographic location north of Port Washington
Pushpin Label:Port Washington North, New York
Area Code Type:Area codes

Port Washington North is a village in Nassau County, on the North Shore of Long Island, in New York, United States. It is considered part of the Greater Port Washington area, which is anchored by Port Washington. The population was 3,160 at the time of the 2020 census.

The Incorporated Village of Port Washington North is located on the Cow Neck Peninsula, within the Town of North Hempstead.

History

The area now consisting of the Port Washington North was initially settled by European colonists in 1644, after they purchased land from the people of the Matinecock Nation.[2]

Port Washington North incorporated in 1932 after residents of the area unanimously voted in favor of incorporating on July 6 of that year.[3] Its first Mayor, John Cocks, led the movement to incorporate; he was elected on August 2, 1932.

In 1931, one year prior to the incorporation of Port Washington North as a village, the adjacent village, Manorhaven, unsuccessfully attempted to annex the area. Manorhaven's annexation bid was unsuccessful due to how the residents in what would ultimately become Port Washington North preferred to incorporate as a separate village.

In 1953, an uninhabited area occupied by a sand mine, located along Cow Neck Road, was annexed by the village.[4]

By the late 1950s, the Colonial Sand and Gravel Company began selling tracts of their land to developers. In 1959, approval was given by the village for developers to begin constructing the first section of Port Washington North's Soundview Village subdivision.

In 1982, the Village of Port Washington North celebrated its 50th anniversary.

Etymology

The name of the village reflects its geographic location in the northern part of the Greater Port Washington area. Furthermore, the village's name reflects its location north of downtown Port Washington.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.5sqmi, of which 0.5sqmi is land and 0.04sqmi, or 4.00%, is water.[5]

Additionally, Port Washington North is located on the northern half of the Cow Neck Peninsula.[6]

Port Washington North is located within the Manhasset Bay Watershed, which in turn is located within the larger Long Island Sound/Atlantic Ocean Watershed.[7] [8] [9] [10]

Topography

Like the rest of Long Island's North Shore, Port Washington North is situated on a terminal moraine, known as the Harbor Hill Moraine.[11] [12] This moraine was formed by glaciers during the Wisconsin Glacial Episode, and is named for Harbor Hill in Roslyn; Harbor Hill is the highest geographic point in Nassau County.

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency and the United States Geological Survey, the highest point in Port Washington North is located at the Port Washington North–Sands Point border on Middle Neck Road, at approximately NaNfeet, and the lowest point is Manhasset Bay, which is at sea level.[13]

Climate

Port Washington North has a humid subtropical climate (Cfa), bordering on a hot-summer humid continental climate (Dfa). Average monthly temperatures in the village range from 31.8 °F in January to 75.3 °F in July.[14]

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the village is located within hardiness zone 7b.[15]

Economy

Port Washington North is a bedroom community of the City of New York. As such, a significant number of Flower Hill residents commute to/from New York for work. From a land use perspective, the village consists of a relatively-balanced mix of residential, business, waterfront, and industrial districts.[16]

Major businesses with offices within the village include Ace Hardware, HomeGoods, Stop & Shop, Target, Walgreens, and West Marine.[17] Additionally, Grumman Studios has a studio space in the industrial section of the village.[18] [19] Additionally, Publishers Clearing House was headquartered within the village until it moved to Jericho in the 2010s; the property was redeveloped into the Grumman Studios facility.

Furthermore, the entire village is located within the Greater Port Washington Business Improvement District's boundaries.[20]

Land use and zoning

The housing stock in the village is diverse, with a mixture of single-family, multifamily, and townhome-type housing. The majority of the housing stock is single-family residential. Two garden apartment complexes are located in the Soundview Village section of the village. One townhome-type development is located adjacent to the Stop & Shop Plaza, while another – the gated Mill Pond Acres development – is located towards the east end of the village, and is zoned for residents aged 55 and over.

The industrial areas – officially designated as "Economic Development" and "Maritime Business" districts, consist of light manufacturing, offices, warehouses, and studios. The waterfront district, meanwhile, consists of the Bay Walk Park and boat launch & docking areas.

The business district consists of several commercial businesses. Furthermore, two large shopping centers – the Soundview Marketplace and Stop & Shop Plaza – are located within this district.[21] [22]

Demographics

2020 Census

As of the 2020 census, there were 3,160 people residing in the village and 1,476 households. The population density was 6502.9sp=usNaNsp=us. The racial makeup of the village was 78.5% White, 0.9% African American, 0.04% Native American, 9.3% Asian, and 5.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.4% of the population.

72% of households were married couples living together, 3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22% were non-families. The average family size was 2.88.

The median income for a household in the village was $137,679. The per capita income for the village was $79,557. About 6.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.5% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.[23]

2010 census

As of the 2010 census, there were 3,154 people residing in the village.[24] [25] The racial makeup of the village was 86.43% White, 1.62% African American, 8.34% Asian, 2.12% from other races, and 1.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.34% of the population.

Census 2000

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,700 people, 1,063 households, and 767 families residing in the village. The population density was 5624.8sp=usNaNsp=us. There were 1,071 housing units at an average density of 2231.2sp=usNaNsp=us. The racial makeup of the village was 86.78% White, 1.15% African American, 0.04% Native American, 9.15% Asian, 1.00% from other races, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.30% of the population.

There were 1,063 households, out of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.8% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 22.7% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 29.0% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.1 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $89,287, and the median income for a family was $100,730. Males had a median income of $75,427 versus $52,315 for females. The per capita income for the village was $46,378. About 4.1% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.5% of those under age 18 and 2.1% of those age 65 or over.

Government

Village government

As of July 2024, the Mayor of Port Washington North is Robert Weitzner and the Village Trustees are Steven Cohen, Matthew Kepke, Michael Malatino, and Andrea Scheff.[26]

Representation in higher government

Town representation

Port Washington North is located in the Town of North Hempstead's 6th council district, which as of July 2024 is represented on the North Hempstead Town Council by Mariann Dalimonte (DPort Washington).[27]

Nassau County representation

Port Washington North is located in Nassau County's 11th Legislative district, which as of July 2024 is represented in the Nassau County Legislature by Delia DiRiggi-Whitton (D–Glen Cove).[28]

New York State representation

New York State Assembly

Port Washington North is located within the New York State Assembly's 16th State Assembly district, which as of July 2024 is represented by Gina L. Sillitti (D–Manorhaven).[29]

New York State Senate

Port Washington North is located in the New York State Senate's 7th State Senate district, which as of July 2024 is represented by Jack M. Martins (R–Old Westbury).[30]

Federal representation

United States Congress

Port Washington North is located in New York's 3rd congressional district, which as of July 2024 is represented by Thomas R. Suozzi (D–Glen Cove).[31]

United States Senate

Like the rest of New York, Port Washington North is represented in the United States Senate by Charles E. Schumer (D) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D).[32]

Politics

In the 2020 U.S. presidential election, the majority of Port Washington North voters voted for Joe Biden (D).[33] [34]

Parks and recreation

The Village of Port Washington North owns and maintains a park along Manhasset Bay, known as Bay Walk Park.[35] This village-operated park, which was constructed & opened in phases, also contains the village's Nautical Art Museum.

Additionally, the Town of North Hempstead's Mill Pond Park is located within the village.[36] This town-operated park, which contains Mill Pond, is located at the south end of the village and connects to Bay Walk Park.

Education

School district

The Village of Port Washington North is located entirely within the boundaries of the Port Washington Union Free School District.[37] [38] As such, all children who reside within Port Washington North and attend public schools go to Port Washington's schools.

Library district

Port Washington North is located within the boundaries of the Port Washington Library District.

Infrastructure

Transportation

Road

Major roads in Port Washington North include Cow Neck Road (CR C53), Harbor Road (CR D07), Middle Neck Road (CR D55), Mill Pond Road (CR D57), Radcliff Avenue, Soundview Drive, and Shore Road (CR E25).

Bus

As of July 2024, Port Washington North is served by two Nassau Inter-County Express bus routes: the n23 and the Port Washington Shuttle.[39] [40] [41]

Utilities

Natural gas

National Grid USA provides natural gas to homes and businesses that are hooked up to natural gas lines in Port Washington North.[42] [43]

Power

PSEG Long Island provides power to all homes and businesses within Port Washington North.[44] [45]

Sewage

Port Washington North is located within the Port Washington Water Pollution Control District, which operates the sanitary sewer system serving the village.[46]

Water

Port Washington North is located within the boundaries of the Port Washington Water District, which provides the entirety of Port Washington North with water.

Healthcare and emergency services

Healthcare

No hospitals are located within Port Washington North. The nearest hospital is St. Francis Hospital, located in nearby Flower Hill.[47]

Although no hospitals are located within Port Washington North, a GoHealth urgent care center is located within the village, at the Stop & Shop Plaza; this facility is operated by Northwell Health.[48] [49]

Fire

The Village of Port Washington North, in its entirety, is located within the boundaries of (and is thus served by) the Port Washington Fire District.[50]

Police

The Village of Port Washington North is served by the Port Washington Police District.[51] [52]

Notable person

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