Nassau Police Plans to Cut Motorcycle Unit

Officials Say Initiative is Part of $4 million Savings Effort

Reported by Vanessa Tyler. Posted on: Jul 28, 2012, 4:39 pm. Last update: Jul. 28, 2012, 4:39 pm.
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Nassau County police officials said they plan to eliminate its motorcycle platoon as part of a cost-cutting initiative. Newsday reports the effort is part of a $4 million savings plan that also includes minimizing the department's marine unit during the winter months. Officials added that layoffs are not included in the budget-cutting effort.