Huntington '25: Pro-Housing Town Councilmember Sal Ferro (R) Won't Run Again

"Ferro, 61, was elected to his first and only term in 2021. In recent months he has faced a barrage of criticism over his ties to the developer, who could have benefited from one of two resolutions Ferro was advocating for, aimed at changing the town's zoning code to increase housing and businesses in Melville," reported Newsday.

LIBOR was also a strong supporter of the Town Board's efforts to redevelop Melville.

"In November, Ferro said the ethics board found no wrongdoing. Ferro, a Republican who was also endorsed by the Conservative Party, was elected after serving as chief executive officer of Alure Home Improvements. He is a past president of the Long Island Builders Institute."

In a statement, the Commack Republican said the following about his decision: "I do so with the knowledge that my reputation for integrity remains intact, that truth is the best defense, and that I was able to help the people I was sworn to serve."