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Town Board Approves Numerous Consent Agenda Items, Including Bid Awards and Agreements
The Town Board approved several consent agenda items, including awarding bid 26030 for masonry supplies to State Material Mason Supply Corp and Contractors Market Inc. [cite: 62], approving an extension of bid 24049 for signal masked arms with Hink Electrical Contractor [cite: 69], and extending bid 25106 for lumber, plywood, and building supplies with Cider Lumber [cite: 70]. They also approved an agreement with New Best Corp (dba Bagel toastery) for concession facilities at Flynn Memorial Park, Short Beach, and Long Beach [cite: 71], an amendment to Resolution ID 4473 for lodging and fuel related to the Cornell Local Roads Program [cite: 72], and the appointment of Megan Trezzor as petty cash officer and cash draw custodian for the Parks Department [cite: 73]. Additionally, the board ratified the supervisor's execution of a New York State Liquor Authority landlord authorization form for JYC Social (dba Tapville Social) for the Nisconset Spring Fling event [cite: 74], approved an agreement with Thomas Volpis Jr. for a permanent pergola at Short Beach [cite: 75], accepted a donation of time agreement for employees [cite: 76], approved wireless telecommunications facilities schedule of fees [cite: 77], extended an agreement with Global Fueling Systems for fuel tank monitoring services and software licenses [cite: 78], and extended bid 25059 for traffic signal maintenance materials with Kelly and Hayes Electrical and Traffic Systems Inc. [cite: 79]. Finally, they approved settlements for tax certiorari matters [cite: 82] and the settlement of Jeanette Roth versus the Town of Smithtown [cite: 92], and approved personnel matters A through I [cite: 98].
New Regulations Proposed for Emergency Scene Solicitation and Board-Up Services
A public hearing was held to consider a new article for Chapter 215 regarding emergency scene solicitation and board-up services. The proposed article aims to regulate commercial solicitation at emergency scenes to protect public safety and prevent interference with emergency operations, while respecting Suffolk County's licensing authority over board-up businesses. It prohibits unauthorized filing of emergency vehicles, misrepresentation of affiliation with emergency agencies, and refusal to leave an emergency scene upon lawful order. Violations could result in penalties of up to a $1,000 fine or imprisonment not exceeding 15 days, enforceable by the town fire marshal, county police, or code enforcement officers. The board moved to close the public hearing with no questions from the board or audience. [cite: 36-49]
Town Board Adopts New Laws on Electric Bicycles and Battery Energy Storage Systems
The Town Board considered and adopted Local Law 6 2026, amending Chapter Traffic Code 7 concerning Off-Road Vehicles as it relates to electric bicycles [cite: 80]. Additionally, they adopted Local Law 7 2026, amending Chapter 101 concerning the Department of Parks Buildings and Grounds, also as it relates to electric bicycles [cite: 81]. Furthermore, the board adopted Local Law 8 2026, Chapter 324, establishing a moratorium on battery energy storage systems, with an extension [cite: 83]. Prior to this, a public hearing was held regarding emergency scene solicitation and board up services, leading to proposed amendments to Chapter 215 [cite: 38-43].
Volunteer Raises Alarms Over Sweet Briar's Deterioration; Town Acknowledges Challenges
Moira Alexander, a volunteer beekeeper maintaining the observation beehive at Sweet Briar and other Smithtown locations, expressed deep concern over the deteriorating condition of the Sweet Briar house and grounds. She described Sweet Briar as a vital natural science education center for Long Island Schools, used for nature education, wildlife rehabilitation, and as a sanctuary for over 150 animals. Alexander noted its media features and newspaper coverage for its rescue and rehab efforts. She criticized the current maintenance efforts as insufficient, mentioning only grass seeding, power washing, and small gardens as superficial fixes. Alexander questioned the lack of short-term or long-term goals for the property and the perceived undervaluation of its importance. The Supervisor acknowledged the importance of Sweet Briar, stated the town leases it for a nominal fee, and explained the building's poor condition is due to decades of neglect before the current management, assuring that efforts are underway through capital budgets and grants to restore the facility. [cite: 144-195]
Allison Murray Honored with Exceptional Public Service Award for Dedication to Smithtown
Allison Murray was recognized with the Exceptional Public Service Award for her over two decades of service and significant contributions to Smithtown's planning and revitalization efforts. She has been instrumental in various initiatives including the comprehensive plan, King's Park Master Plan, environmental initiatives, zoning updates, sewer infrastructure planning, and grant administration. Notably, she was a key driver in securing a $10 million downtown revitalization initiative award for Kings Park from New York State. Her career started as a planning aide in December 2003, and she has progressed to Assistant Planning Director. The award acknowledges her professionalism, positivity, and dedication to improving the town. [cite: 10-24]
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