Town of Babylon names first student representative; board adopts consensus agenda after public comments on seniors and road safety

The Town of Babylon Town Board unanimously appointed Hashmi as the town's first student representative and adopted the meeting's consensus resolution agenda at its Feb. 26 meeting, officials said.

The appointment was made by Supervisor Schaffer and seconded by Councilman Martinez; the board voted unanimously to confirm Hashmi, who will help craft the program and work with the town and local school superintendents. During public comment, Evangelist Atrell of Amityville raised requests for help with food and heating assistance for seniors on her block and reported speeding on New Highway near Walnut; town staff said they would refer the traffic concern to the Suffolk County Department of Public Works and notify County Legislator Rich Berg.

The student representative role is intended to give a direct voice to local students, the board said. Supervisor Schaffer moved to appoint…