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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB-11/05/2025 Denis Noncarrow Town Hall, 53095 Main Road Town Clerk PO Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 Registrar of Vital Statistics Fax (631) 765-6145 Marriage Officer Telephone: Records Management Officer ' LOUNTI, southoldtown.northfork.net Freedom of Information Officer Office of the Town Clerk Southold Town Board Regular Meeting November 5, 2025 7:00 PM A Regular Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at the Meeting Hall, Southold, NY. L Call to Order Present Attendees Absent Attendee Names Councilman Brian Mealy Councilwoman Anne Smith Councilwoman Jill Doherty Justice Louisa Evans Councilman Gregory Doroski Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. IL Reports III. Public Notices IV. Communications V. Discussion Discussion Items are found on the 1115 Town Board Work Session Agenda. VI. Resolutions 2025-829 Approve Audit RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the audit dated November 5, 2025. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-830 Set Next Regular Town Board Meeting RESOLVED that the next Regular Town Board Meeting of the Southold Town Board be held, Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the Southold Town Hall, Southold, New York at 4:30 P.M. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-831 Amend Resolution 2025-813 Assessors Office Training Request RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby amends resolution 2025-813, adopted at the October 21, 2025 regular Town Board meeting as follows: RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves William Flinter to complete the Agricultural Exemption Processing training, to be completed virtually on Octebe 2nf� November 21, 2025. Any and all fees to be a legal charge to A.1355.4.600.200 (Meetings & Seminars). Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Doherty Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-832 Virtual New York Association of Towns CLE Program on First Amendment Challenges RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the Town Attorney's Office to attend the virtual New York Association of Towns CLE program on First Amendment Challenges, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Registration expenses to be charged to Town Attorney Budget Line 1420.4.600.200. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-833 Justice Court Staff and Judges to Attend Mandatory Training at AOT RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the Justice Court Staff(4 clerks), and the three sitting Justices to attend the New York State Association of Towns Annual Meeting in New York City, New York, on February 15-17, 2026. All expenses for registration and travel to be charged to the 2026 budget(meetings and seminars). Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-834 Acknowledge the Retirement of Lloyd Reisenberg WHEREAS, the Town of Southold has received notification on October 29, 2025 from the NYS Retirement System concerning the retirement of Lloyd Reisenberg effective December 31, 2025 now therefore be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby acknowledges the retirement of Lloyd Reisenberg from the position of Full Time Network and Systems Administrator for the Information Technologies Department, effective December 31, 2025. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilwoman Doherty Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-835 Acknowledge the Retirement of Kevin Webster WHEREAS, the Town of Southold has received notification on October 24, 2025 from the NYS Retirement System concerning the retirement of Kevin Webster effective January 1, 2026, now therefore be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby acknowledges the retirement of Kevin Webster from the position of Full Time Board of Assessors Member for the Assessors Office, effective January 1, 2026. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Doherty Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-836 Acknowledge Retirement of Dania Atkinson WHEREAS, the Town of Southold has received electronic notification on October 22, 2025 from the NYS Retirement System concerning the retirement of Dania Atkinson effective December 22, 2025. Now therefore be it; RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby acknowledges the retirement of Dania Atkinson from the position of Justice Court Clerk for the Justice Court, effective December 22, 2025. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-837 Grant FMLA Leave to a Town Employee RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants a leave of absence for up to 12 weeks to Employee 43952 effective November 5, 2025 pursuant to the Family Medical Leave Act. Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-838 Ratification of Fishers Island Ferry District Resolution for October 14, 2025 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves the resolutions of the Fishers Island Ferry District Board of Commissioners dated October 28, 2025 meeting, as follows: FIFD Resolution# Regarding 2025-085 Warrant 2025-086 Rescind Budget Mod - $ 41,500.00 2025-087 Budget Modification - $ 76,100.00 2025-091 Munnatawket Yard Package 2025-092 Airfield Lighting, Signage, NAVAID Rehab Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-839 Police Chaplain RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Father Andrew Cadieux as a Police Chaplain to the Southold Town Police Department, for a one year term to expire on October 22, 2026, as a volunteer position without renumeration. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-840 DHSES Grant RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes the Southold Town Police Department to complete and submit a grant application for the FY2023 Critical Infrastructure Grant Program being offered by the NYS DHSES. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-841 Silversmith's Corner - Seasonal Displays RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes the erection of seasonal displays consisting of a nativity scene and a menorah, in conjunction with other religious symbols of the season, to be erected by the Knights of Columbus Marian Council 43852 and Chabad of North Fork for the period December 8, 2025 to January 8, 2026, at Silversmith's Corner in Southold, at the direction of the Department of Public Works; subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-842 Subrecipient Agreement with the Fishers Island Ferry District- Fishers Island Airport Grant RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr., to execute the Subrecipient Agreement with the Fishers Island Ferry District for the Fishers Island Airport Grant in the amount of$924,459.00, a grant approved by the Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA")to repair and reconstruct the runways at the Elizabeth Field Airport, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-843 Town of Southold Information Technologies Security Camera Policy RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby adopts the "Town of Southold Information Technologies Security Camera Policy," dated November 5, 2025, as official Town policy; and be it further RESOLVED, that each Department Head is hereby directed to distribute a copy of said Policy to all employees within their respective departments and to ensure that all employees acknowledge receipt of the same in writing. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-844 Programs for the Aging/Katinka House Refund-Michael Reinhardt RESOLVED the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes a refund, as recommended by Jacqueline Martinez, Senior Citizens Program Director, of$170.00 to Michael Reinhardt for payment of Senior Adult Day Care Fees at Katinka House. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-845 Various Clean-up Deposits WHEREAS, the following groups have supplied the Town of Southold with a refundable clean- up deposit fee for their event and WHEREAS, the Southold Town Police Chief, Steven Grattan, has informed the Town Clerk's Office that this fee may be refunded. New therefore be it, RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes a refund to be issued in the amount of the deposit made to the following: Name Date Received Amount of Deposit Southold PTA 10/2/2025 $250.00 c/o Kimberly Kraehling 1530 Boisseau Avenue Southold, NY 11971 Oysterponds PTA 9/30/2025 $250.00 c/o Miriam Foster PO Box 115 Orient, NY 11957 Cub Scout Pack 39 9/30/2025 $250.00 c/o Richard Jernick 1070 Pine Tree Rd Cutchogue, NY 11935 Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-846 Payment of Claim -Pezzino RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs the payment of One Thousand One Hundred Forty Five ($1,145.00) Dollars to Sabrina Pezzino for damage to property arising out of an incident that occurred on October 13, 2025/October 14, 2025, subject to the execution of a General Release and Town Attorney review. Payment to be issued from budget line—CS.1910.4.300.800 (Claims). Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-847 Payment of Claim -Kathryn Barry RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs the payment of One Thousand One Hundred Fourteen Dollars and Thirty Five Cents ($1,114.35)to Kathryn Barry for damage to property arising out of an incident that occurred on or about September 8, 2025, subject to the execution of a General Release and Town Attorney review. Payment to be issued from budget line—CS.1910.4.300.800 (Claims). Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-848 Canon U.S.A., Inc. -Police Department Copier -Imagerunner Advance DX49451 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute a lease agreement with Canon U.S.A., Inc. for the Police Department copier and associated support services, at a rate of One Hundred Eighty Seven Dollars and Four Cents ($187.04)per month for a term of forty-eight(48) months, in accordance with Agreement MA 6196, Transaction 521516468, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney, funded from budget line A.1680.4.400.360. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-849 Canon U.S.A., Inc. -Police Department Copier -Imageclass X MF1643IF RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute a lease agreement with Canon U.S.A., Inc. for the Police Department copier and associated support services, at a rate of Thirty Six Dollars and Ninety Nine Cents ($36.99)per month for a term of forty-eight(48) months, in accordance with Agreement MA 6196, Transaction S21516507, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney, funded from budget line A.1680.4.400.360. Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-850 Service Agreement/Order Form with Optimum Business - Southold Town Hall RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute a Service Agreement/Order Form between the Town of Southold and Optimum Business for the upgrade of the Optimum connection at the Southold Town Hall from cable to fiber, for a total of Two Hundred and Fifty ($250.00) Dollars a month, funded from budget line A.1680.4.200.100, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-851 Service Agreement/Order Form with Optimum Business - Southold Town Highway Department RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute a Service Agreement/Order Form between the Town of Southold and Optimum Business for the upgrade of the Optimum connection at the Southold Town Highway Department from cable to fiber, for a total of Two Hundred and Fifty ($250.00) Dollars a month, funded from budget line A.1680.4.200.100, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-852 Access Agreements -Proposed Seawall Restoration RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to sign Access Agreements with the owners of all parcels located west of Town Beach affected by the proposed seawall restoration, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-853 2025 Budget Modification - Tree Committee RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2025 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: From: Increase Revenues: Tree Committee Donations $400.00 A.2705.30 Total: $400.00 To: Increase Appropriations: Tree Committee Trees & Committee Expenses $400.00 A.8560.4.400.200 Total: $400.00 Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-854 2025 Budget Modification -HRC RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2025 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: From: A.6772.1.200.100 Programs for the Aging, PT Employees, $5,000 Regular Earnings To: A.6772.1.100.200 Programs for the Aging, FT Employees, $5,000 Overtime Earnings Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-855 2025 Budget Modification -Police RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2025 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: From: A.1990.4.100.200 Police Retirement Reserves $225,683 Total: $225,683 To: A.3120.1.100.301 Police/PS/Vacation Earnings SCAT $62,361 A.3120.1.100.401 Police/PS/Sick Earnings SCAT $163,322 Total: $225,683 Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-856 Southold Historical Museum Candlelight Tour RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the Southold Historical Society, 54325 Main Road, Southold, New York to hold its Candlelight Tour on Friday, November 28th, 2025, from 3:OOPM to 6:00 PM. Applicant to reach out to the Police Chief and Southold Fire Department for all parking and traffic control. All Town fees for this event are waived. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-857 Approve Resolution Number 2025-089 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves Resolution Number 2025-089 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted October 28, 2025, which reads as follows: WHEREAS Kristopher Dorsett has submitted a letter of resignation effective October 31, 2025 from his Full-Time deckhand position and to remain employed by the Ferry District as a Part - Time Senior Deckhand(FIFD) at a rate of$23.92. Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-858 Approve Resolution Number 2025-090 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves Resolution Number 2025-090 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted October 28, 2025, which reads as follows: WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD); Therefore, it is RESOLVED to appoint, with effect November 6th 2025, Charles Parham as a part-time Deckhand (FIFD) at a rate of$17.00 per hour. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-859 Create and Set Salary Scale-Environmental Planner RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby creates the position of FT Environmental Planner and establishes the annual rate of pay for FT Environmental Planner as follows: Effective Date/ Entry Step Level 1 2 3 4 5 January 1, 2025 $65,968.78 $70,117.63 $71,776.90 $74,017.82 $75,677.06 $79,825.91 Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-860 Accept Bid for Police Uniform Cleaning 2026 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the bid of Deluxe Cleaners in Mattituck to clean Southold Town Police Uniforms for calendar year 2026, all in accordance with the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-861 2025 Budget Modification - Town Clerk RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2025 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: From: A.1410.1.100.400 Sick Earnings 2,090.81 A.1410.4.100.100 Office Supplies 1,506.44 A.1410.4.100.125 Law Books 1,000.00 A.1410.4.600.100 Legals 1,000.00 A.1410.4.600.900 Ads 1,500.00 Total: $ 7,097.25 To: A.1410.1.100.200 Overtime Earnings $ 7,097.25 Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-862 Cottage Sale RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Southold approves the sale of 780 Cottage Way, Mattituck, New York, subject to the requirements of Chapter 280-30 of the Town Code and subject to review of the Town Attorney. Copies of the closing documents shall be provided to the Town Attorney's office within 48 hours of the scheduled closing. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-863 Satisfaction of Town of Southold Community Development Program Mortgage RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute a Satisfaction of Town of Southold Community Development Program mortgage, for the property known as 34640 Main Road, Cutchogue, New York 11935 (SCTM No. 1000-103-7-30), subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-864 C.A.0 appointment RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Alexa Annunziata to the Conservation Advisory Council, effective immediately, with a term to expire March 31, 2026. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilwoman Doherty Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-865 Appoint Devon McKnight FT Senior Cook RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Devon McKnight to the position of Full Time Senior Cook for the Human Resource Center, effective November 13, 2025, at a rate of$60,103.87 per annum. Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty Seconded By: Councilman Doroski Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-866 Accept Resignation of Brooke Dailey RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation of Brooke Dailey from the position of Part-Time Fill-In School Crossing Guard effective November 5, 2025. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-867 Appoint Erin Reventlow FT Provisional Contingent Permanent Assessment Clerk WHEREAS the Town of Southold has exhausted the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service List of Eligible's for the competitive position of Assessment Clerk, and WHEREAS the Town Board of the Town of Southold has determined that the Town should fill the Assessment Clerk position for the Assessors Office with a provisional appointment, and has received permission from Suffolk County Department of Civil Service to make said provisional appointment, now therefore be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Erin Reventlow to the position of Full Time Provisional Contingent Permanent Assessment Clerk for the Assessors Office, effective November 13, 2025 at a salary of$43,161.92 per annum,pending background search completion. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-868 Enact Local Law Chapter 275 WHEREAS there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, on the 25th day of September, 2025, a Local Law entitled "A Local Law in relation to an Amendment to Chanter 275 Wetlands and Shoreline,' and WHEREAS the Town Board of the Town of Southold held a public hearing on the aforesaid Local Law at which time all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard, and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold classifies this action as an Unlisted Action pursuant to the SEQRA Rules and Regulations, 6NYCRR 617.1 et. Seq.; and, WHEREAS, the Town of Southold is the only involved agency pursuant to SEQRA Rules and Regulations; and, WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold accepted the Short Environmental Form for this project that is attached hereto; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby finds no significant impact on the environment and declares a negative declaration pursuant to SEQRA Rules and Regulations for this action; and, be it further RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ENACTS the proposed Local Law entitled, "A Local Law in relation to an Amendment to Chanter 275 Wetlands and Shoreline",which reads as follows: LOCAL LAW NO. 9 of 2025 A Local Law entitled, "A Local Law in relation to an Amendment to Chanter 275 Wetlands and Shoreline" BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Southold as follows: Ia PURPOSE - The Purpose of the amendment is to amend Chapter 275 Wetlands and Shoreline. 11. AMENDMENT - The Southold Town Code is hereby amended by removing the struck- through words and adding the underlined words as follows: § 275-2. Definitions; or usage. B. AS-BUILT PLANS —Plans prepared to scale by a licensed surveyor certified to the AQQacant detailing any and all aper-atiefis 68HA + !.,I tiete- a6ear--ing Ea a k1a .-per-mit. current conditions on the jjE2RtEt3, hi hli htin any and all differences from a valid IMPERVIOUS SURFACE—Any hard-surfaced, man-made area that does not retain or absorb water, including but not limited to building roofs, mortared patios, paved parking lots and driveways, sidewalks and other paved areas, including compacted surfaces such as those made with Recycled Concrete Aggregate (RCA) or similar materials that,while not traditionally paved, significantly limit infiltration and function as impervious for stormwater purposes. INNOVATIVE/ALTERNATIVE (I/A) SEPTIC SYSTEM: An onsite wastewater treatment system that utilizes advanced treatenhanced biological d the levels achieved by conventional septic systems, as approved for use in Suffolk County by the Suffolk County Board of Health. OPEN-GRATE DECKING ---Decking area tions allowing at least 50% of light to filter through. Often required for docks and walkways to preserve aquatic vegetation and RE2Lect the underwater environment. ORDINARY AND USUAL MAINTENANCE—Actions on a wetlands-permitted, functional structure which do not involve more than;544 50% of the entire structure tier calendar year and which are required to preserve such structure in a condition or state of equivalent quality to that which was approved or required by permit. VEGETATED NON-TURF BUFFER: A designated area maintained to be at least 50% covered with noninvasive native vegetation other than turf grass. This buffer serves to protect an adjacent natural feature by filtering runoff, stabilizing soil and�rovidin� habitat. The colonized with a mix of native trees, perennials and ground covers chosen for their deed root systems to enhance soil stability and water infiltration. Turf grass, including fescue species, Pesticides and fertilizers are not permitted within the buffer zone. Vegetate non-turf buffers are subject to a planting Galan_AnpL21tA_by the Board based Hp2p site-s j2ecific needs. 275-3. Findings; purpose; jurisdiction; setbacks. D. Setbacks. (1) The following minimum setbacks apply to any and all operations proposed on residential property within the jurisdiction of the Board of Trustees: (a) Wetland boundary or bank. [5] Swimming pool and related structures: -544ea. - 60 feet. Pools rgrade- 100 feet. § 275-8. Processing of application. B. Investigation and coordination. Upon receipt of the application, the office of the Trustees shall maintain the original in the file and forward one copy thereof to each of the following as necessary: the Conservation Advisory Council, the LWRP Coordinator, the Stormwater Management Officer, the Planning Department, and the Zoning Board. The Gonsef*a o AdviisoFy G"otinei". shall r-eviieN,�, said applieati-ell an- . e ell, 1 .1 any, an Ohe N�'evafl_s an- +,I a. r ,,, ;r ntinlr b® ann ®a , ®a § 275-11 Construction and operation standards. A. General. The following standards are required for all operations within the jurisdiction of the Trustees: (4) Fences. (d) Only one posted sign per 100 linear feet of fence is allowed on a split-rail fence. Posted suns shall be no lamer than 12 inches by 12 inches square. Any fence, barricade or impediment to pedestrian traffic on the beach or wetland area in violation of the provisions of this chapter shall be removed upon written notice to the owner of the premises upon which such fence, barricade or impediment is located, sent by certified or registered mail. Such fence, barricade or impediment shall be removed by the owner within 30 days of the date of the notice. Upon failure to comply with such notice, the Building Inspector, the Office of Code Enforcement, or a Bay- Gon able Harbormaster may remove or cause the removal of the illegal structure. (e) If any fence, barricade or impediment is determined by the Building Inspector, the Office of Code Enforcement, or a Bay Gonstable-Harbormaster to create a hazard to the health, safety or welfare of the public, such structure may be removed and disposed of by the Town without prior notice to the owner. Upon removal by the Town, all costs and expenses incurred by the Town for the removal of such fence, barricade or impediment shall be the responsibility of the owner. The Town may pursue any and all remedies available at law to recover any unpaid costs associated with removal, including filing a statement with the Town Assessors, identifying the property in connection with which such expenses were incurred and the owner thereof as shown on the latest assessment roll of the Town. The Assessors, in preparation of the next assessment roll, shall assess such amount upon such property. Such amount shall be included in the levy against such property, shall constitute a lien and shall be collected and enforced in the same manner, by the same proceedings, at the same time and under the same penalty as is provided by law for the collection and enforcement of real property taxes in the Town of Southold. C. In water. The following standards are required for all in-water operations adjacent to residential properties. Operations conducted on properties zoned M1 or M2 may be given greater flexibility in these requirements given the water-dependent nature of their use. (2) Docks (b) Dock locations and lengths. [3] Prohibited locations and activities. [a] No new docks utilized for residential purposes shall be permitted on the Great/Little Peconic Bay, Pipes Cove, Southold Bay, Gardiners Bay, Shelter Island Sound, Hog Neck Bay, Orient Harbor, Hallocks Bay or Long Beach Bay with the exception of Fisher's Island and Robin's Island. No new docks will be permitted on the Long Island Sound or ov-er vegetate-3A el-afl-s or- stle. +-,a+,1+1 eauses I'a01+14 lr-agffleflta+ vegetated wetlands in the following areas: Downs Creek, 14alleeks B— y 14ashapaemuok Hashamomack Creek an44tonil, Long Creek (branch of Mattituck Creek, East of Grand Avenue bridge), Pipe's Cove Creek,apd West Creek, Laurel Lake, Marion Lake, Maratooka Pond, Husin Pond,Lilly Pond, Great Pond,Inlet Pond, amomack Pond and Dam Pond. 111. SEVERABILITY If any clause, sentence, paragraph, section, or part of this Local Law shall be adjudged by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the judgment shall not affect the validity of this law as a whole or any part thereof other than the part so decided to be unconstitutional or invalid. IV. EFFECTIVE DATE This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State as provided by law. Motion By: Councilman Doroski Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (5) (1) (0) Adopted Councilman Councilwoman None Mealy, Doherty Councilwoman Smith, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-869 Adopt 2026 Town Budget WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold has met at the time and place specified in the notice of public hearings on the Preliminary Budget for the fiscal year beginning on January 1, 2026, and heard all persons desiring to be heard thereon; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold does hereby adopt such Preliminary Budget as the Annual Budget of this Town for the fiscal year beginning on the 1st day of January 2026; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that such budget as adopted by this Board be entered in detail in the minutes of the proceedings of this Town Board; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold shall prepare and certify copies of said annual budget as adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Southold, together with the estimates, if any, adopted pursuant to Section 202a, Subdivision 5 of the Town Law, and deliver a copy thereof to the County Legislature of the County of Suffolk. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Smith Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2025-870 Adopt 2026 Capital Budget WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold has met at the time and place specified in the notice of public hearings on the Preliminary Capital Budget for the fiscal year beginning on January 1, 2026, and heard all persons desiring to be heard thereon, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold does hereby adopt such Preliminary Capital Budget, as amended, as the Annual Capital Budget of this Town for the fiscal year beginning on the 1 st of January 2026; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that such capital budget as adopted by this Board be entered in detail in the minutes of the proceedings of this Town Board; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk of the Town of Southold shall prepare and certify copies of said annual Capital Budget as adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Southold, together with the estimates, if any, adopted pursuant to Section 202a, Subdivision 5 of the Town Law, and deliver a copy thereof to the County Legislature of the County of Suffolk. Motion By: Councilwoman Smith Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (6) (0) (0) Adopted Councilman None None Mealy, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Doherty, Justice Evans, Councilman Doroski, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. VIL Public Hearings Adopt Preliminary Budget& Set PH - 11/05/2025 @ 4:00 PM & 7:00 PM -2026 Budget Hearings PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PH - 10/07/2025 @ 7:00 PM - Ch. 275 Wetlands and Shoreline This Public Hearing was held open for written comment until 11/05/2025 PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED PH - 11/05/2025 @ 7:00 PM - CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Funds 2026 Open for Public Comment for 2 weeks Denis Noncarrow Southold Town Clerk