SAVING OUR SHORELINES & SUPPORTING LOCAL WILDLIFE The Southampton Town Highway Department is committed to protecting our coastline and supporting local wildlife through a series of environmental initiatives. To safeguard our coastal infrastructure, construction crews recently completed a rock revetment and bulkhead system at the end of North Sea Road. Workers reinforced this structural barrier by planting native beach grass over the installation to naturally anchor the soil and secure the public access ramp. Together, these erosion control measures stop severe coastal degradation, stabilizing the shoreline and keeping the road end safe for local residents. To complete the project, Highway crews installed a new nesting pole to support the local osprey population. Councilman Bill Pell, liaison to the Highway Department, stated, “By combining structural repairs with habitat restoration projects, we are successfully securing public access to our waterways while making sure our local wildlife continues to thrive right alongside us.” In addition, the Southampton Town Community Preservation Fund (CPF) staff recently installed two brand-new nesting poles at the Conscience Point Marina property at 1976 North Sea Road. To expand on this initiative, they are now working on permits to install additional osprey poles across our community. Future installations are planned for 2014 North Sea Road, The Big Duck property at 1012 Flanders Road, 10 Ferry Road/Route 114 in North Haven Village, 129 Peconic Avenue in Riverside, the new marina at 40 Redwood Road in Sag Harbor Village, and 20 Bayview Road in Remsenburg/Speonk, where an osprey pole collapsed during heavy winter storms.
PEP SEPTIC IMPROVEMENT OUTREACH PROGRAM Through the coordination of Councilmember Iasilli, the Peconic Estuary Program (PEP) Septic Improvement Outreach program has been delivering informative sessions to several civic and CAC groups, such as the East Quogue, Noyac, and Shinnecock/Tuckahoe communities, helping homeowners understand how proper septic system care protects local water quality. There are numerous funding opportunities available through the Town, County, and State. If interested, contact Tajea Anderson in the Town Council office for additional information: 631-287-5745.
WATER CONSERVATION PROJECT UPDATES The Hampton Bays Water District continues to make significant progress on key infrastructure and operational initiatives designed to improve reliability, efficiency, and water quality. The District is nearing completion of its large meter replacement program, with approximately 10 high-volume meters remaining, helping improve billing accuracy and reduce water loss discrepancies. Well Pump 1-1 rehabilitation has been completed and is now fully operational ahead of peak demand season. Major capital improvements remain underway, including SCADA system upgrades, Plant #2 storage tank rehabilitation planning, and water main improvement projects on Mineola Court, Rolling Woods Lane, and Bellows Pond Road to enhance pressure, fire protection, and distribution reliability. Generator and electrical upgrades at the main office are also set to begin. The District’s GAC filtration system will be operational for peak pumping season, and the latest Annual Water Quality Report confirms full compliance with all New York State drinking water standards.
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2026 • SPRING/SUMMER | eNEWSLETTER
SOUTHAMPTON
SOUTHAMPTON TOWN BOARD
Maria Z. Moore, Supervisor Cyndi McNamara, Councilwoman | Tom Neely, Councilman Michael A. Iasilli, Councilmember | William Pell IV, Councilman
TOWN LAUNCHES NEW ENHANCED MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM The Town of Southampton has partnered with CivicPlus to implement a new mass notification software. The new system will be able to issue urgent notifications, emergency instructions, and warnings, as well as routine communications to residents and visitors who subscribe to the system. Messages and notifications are capable of being transmitted by email, text message, and voice call. “The new mass notification system will greatly enhance our communications capabilities,” said Town Supervisor Maria Moore. “The town’s ability to get useful and important information into the hands of the public is essential in our response and preparation efforts surrounding emergencies and disasters.” Joining the Supervisor in her comments, Councilwoman Cyndi McNamara said, “We identified some areas for potential improvement in our notification system after the wildfires last March. I applaud the team from the Town’s Citizens’ Response Center and our Office of Emergency Management who collaborated to update our capabilities in such a rapid time. I believe we will be much better positioned to get important information out with this new system.” The new capability takes the place of an older version of the system that had limited texting capabilities. “Our new system will allow us to have an unlimited quantity of phone numbers enrolled to receive text notifications. When you are trying to get emergency alerts out to the public, the ability to text or call, as opposed to emailing, can make a huge difference,” said Town Emergency Manager, Ryan Murphy. Joining Murphy in his comments, Southampton Town Police Chief James Kiernan also stressed that, “The new system will also allow users to receive messages in a variety of languages that the software can automatically translate into. Getting information out to people in a way that they can understand the information is also extremely important.” Town Website Manager Colleen Tuohy-Jones, from the Town’s Citizens’ Response Center, also highlighted the new capabilities to create internal groups and a messaging system for Town employees. “The new system will also allow us to get messages out to employees about delays, closures and other possible emergency conditions in a much more effective and rapid fashion.” Residents and visitors are encouraged to visit www.southamptontownny.gov/alerts or text SouthamptonNY to 38276 to sign up for emergency alerts. As the system expands, there will also be additional groups created that people may subscribe to regarding different areas of interest. The Town has also created a special U.S. Open notification group. Text OPEN26 to 38276 for important updates and information surrounding the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. Stay ahead of delays, detours and safety updates by signing up now.
SUCCESSFUL SPRING JOB FAIR HELD MARCH 23 AT HB SENIOR CENTER
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE LIRR & SOUTH FORK COMMUTER CONNECTION
The Town of Southampton Human Resources Department hosted a successful Spring Job Fair on March 23 at the Hampton Bays Senior Center. Residents and seasonal job seekers connected with town departments and local partners, including Suffolk County Civil Service, Suffolk County Department of Labor, Southampton Town Fire Chiefs Council, and EMS Advisory Committee. We are still hiring! Please scan the QR code or visit www. southamptontownny.gov/ jobs to explore current job opportunities! .
Skip the South Fork traffic and take advantage of the LIRR & South Fork Commuter Connection (SFCC). This weekday train and shuttle service offers an easy and affordable way to travel between Speonk and Montauk during peak commuting hours. The SFCC includes LIRR stops in Speonk, Westhampton, Hampton Bays, Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton, Amagansett, and Montauk, with select trains connecting riders to convenient “last-mile” shuttle service to nearby villages, businesses, and employment centers. Commuters heading east of the canal are encouraged to park at stations west of the canal and continue their trip by train. Shuttle buses are available to help riders reach their final destinations, with afternoon return service provided back to stations. The one-way fare is just $3.75 and includes both the train ride and shuttle service. Riders should consult adjusted schedules and additional service updates coordinated with the 2026 U.S. Open. For more information about LIRR and MTA services, please visit www.mta.info or download the TrainTime app: www.mta.info/traintime.
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