Next month, the Oyster Bay Town Board will be discussing extending the moratorium on construction in Massapequa. Currently in place, the moratorium has halted the issuance of building permits for expansions or construction on residential property south of Merrick Road. The Town is looking to extend that moratorium for another six months to give the town planners time to complete their study of the area. As a result of the recent construction trends that are changing the character of residential neighborhoods in Massapequa, the Town Board enacted a six-month moratorium last year. It also authorized the town's planners to conduct a study of the area and make recommendations concerning zoning and other measures that would provide the proper balance to allow for development and redevelopment while protecting the character of the community, explained Town Supervisor John Venditto.

"The planning consultant has requested additional time to analyze the results of the study and make recommendations for the board's approval," said the supervisor.

In other Town related news: •seniors and physically-challenged residents are reminded that funding is available for home repairs. The Town Community Block Program is available to eligible residents of unincorporated communities throughout the Town. "This funding allows eligible homeowners to make their homes more accessible and functional," said Venditto. "Among the many possibilities physically-challenged residents can have ramps installed and doors widened to enhance their freedom and mobility and seniors can benefit from updated plumbing, electrical and new roofs." Eligible residents must be 60 or older or physically challenged, own and occupy their homes and meet federal income guidelines. For more information, call 624-6170. •the board will authorize issuing $18 million in serial bonds for the Farmingdale Water District to cover the cost of installing a volatile organic removal system which would entail filtration, pumps, tanks and other related improvements. The bonds will be paid for by the water consumers in the district. •The Town meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 19 has been canceled and will be held on Tuesday, September 16. All meetings are held at Town Hall East, 54 Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay. Following Town business, the board will be available to listen to public comment on any matter.