Ester Bivona began her public service career in 1982 as Deputy Receiver of Taxes for the Town of Huntington. In 1991 Ester was elected Receiver of Taxes for Huntington and has served in that capacity since then.

As Receiver of Taxes, Mrs. Bivona was a strong voice in opposition to the Suffolk County Legislature's $100.00 additional penalty charge on delinquent taxes. She refused to include the charge on tax bills issued by her office and worked to provide taxpayers with information enabling them to receive a refund of the illegal charge.

Working through the New York State Receivers and Collectors Association, Mrs. Bivona lobbied to issue receipts for taxes paid, only when requested. This has saved the taxpayers money, in postage and in man-hours needed to provide receipts.

Her common sense approach is seen in many of the innovations she has initiated in the Huntington Tax Office. Through her efforts, Huntington is the first Town Hall equipped with an ATM machine for the convenience of residents and employees and is the first town tax office accepting credit cards for tax payments with no charge to the town.

Mrs. Bivona holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY at Geneseo and a Masters Degree in Education from Hofstra University.

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