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Southold Town Board
Regular Meeting
April 21, 2026 6:00 PM
A Regular Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at the
Southold Town Recreation Center, 970 Peconic Lane, Peconic, NY 11958.
I. Call to Order
Present Attendees Absent Attendee Names
Councilman Brian Mealy
Justice Kate Stevens
Councilwoman Jill Doherty
Councilwoman Anne Smith
Councilwoman Alexa Suess
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr.
11. Reports
Monthly Report
Trustees, March 2026
111. Public Notices
IV. Communications
Special Presentation—Town of Southold Tree Committee Arbor Day Poster Contest
Winner/Honorable Mentions
V. Discussion
Open Discussion on any Agenda Items
VI. Resolutions
2026-334
Approve Audit
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the audit dated
April 21, 2026.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-335
Set Next Regular Town Board Meeting
RESOLVED that the next Regular Town Board Meeting of the Southold Town Board be
held, Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at the Peconic Community Center Auditorium, 1170 Peconic
Lane, Peconic New York at 6:00 P.M.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-336
Establish School Crossing Guard Posts
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the
designation of the following locations for the position of School Crossing Guards:
FIRST RATE POSTS:
Oysterponds Elementary
Mattituck High School (Route 25 & Maple)
East Cutchogue Elementary
Southold Elementary (Jernick& Oaklawn)
Southold High School (Route 25 & Oaklawn)
SECOND RATE POSTS:
Greenport High School
Mattituck High School (Pike & Wickham)
*Rates to be determined by the annual organizational board meeting agenda
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-337
2026 Budget Modification - IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026
General Fund Whole Town Budget as follows:
From:
A1680-511400 Full Time Employees, Sick $5,000
Earnings
Total: $5,000
To:
A1680-511200 Full Time Employees, $5,000
Overtime Earnings
Total: $5,000
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-338
North Fork Century Ride
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the
Bicycle Shows U.S. to hold four different length rides, all in accordance with the
Application on file in the Town Clerk's Office to the Gods Love We Deliver North Fork
Century Bike Ride on Saturday, May 16, 2026,beginning at 5:00 A.M. Provided the
applicant agrees to comply with all the conditions of the Southold Town Policy for Special
Events on Town Properties and Roads. A 2 million dollar insurance certificate must be filed
before the event. Failure to comply with conditions will result in the forfeiture of the
deposit, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. Approval is for this year only, as the
Town continues to evaluate road usage. The applicant must reach out to Chief Grattan as
soon as possible to plan the event.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-339
Advertise Seasonal Summer Hires- Recreation Department 2026
RESOLVED the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Town
Clerk Denis Noncarrow to advertise for a Part-time Assistant Beach Manager, Beach
Attendants, Water Safety("Swim") Instructor& Lifeguards for the Town of Southold
Recreation Department for one week in the Suffolk Times.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-340
Change Order#1 with Carter-Melence Inc. for Highway Storage Bid
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves Change Order
#1 to the contract with Carter-Melence Inc. for general construction and plumbing in
connection with the construction of a new Southold Town Highway Storage Barn in the net
amount of$3,478.45, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-341
PD Job Shadow Day
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the following
students to participate in the upcoming Job Shadow day on Friday, April 24th, 2026:
• Shelter Island
o Cayman Moorehead
o Kaden Gibbs
o Henry Spring
• Greenport
o Matt Malinowski
o Kailei Barr Moschinger
o Damela Alvarez
• Mattituck
o Hannah Gebbia
o Neveah Griffin
• Southold
o Hayden Hudmon
o Yiannis Gavalas
o Juan Sosa
o Michael Tellez
o Brandan Barkley
o Matt McGunnigle
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-342
Ratification of Fishers Island Ferry District Resolutions—April 13, 2026
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 April 13,
2026, as follows:
12026-039 I Warrant I
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-343
Approve Resolution Number 2026-040
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-040 of the Fishers Island Ferry District adopted April 13, 2026
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the manager has recommended that Deckhand Mark Chanski be promoted
from part-time to full-time deckhand.
Therefore, it is RESOLVED that Mark Chanski be promoted to full-time deckhand with no
change in pay effective April 23, 2026.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-344
Approve Resolution Number 2026-041
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-041 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted April 13, 2026,
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD);Therefore it is
RESOLVED to appoint, with effect April 23, 2026, William Toivonen as a part-time
Deckhand(FIFD) at a rate of$20.00 per hour.
It is further RESOLVED to temporarily appoint, effective May 11, 2026, Mr. Toivonen
from part-time to full-time summer seasonal status. On September 21, 2026, Mr. Toivonen
will terminate his summer seasonal position(FIFD) and return to part-time status.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-345
Approve Resolution Number 2026-042
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-042 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted April 13, 2026,
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD);
Therefore it is RESOLVED to appoint, effective April 23, 2026, Thomas Quiles as a part-
time Deckhand (FIFD) at a rate of$I S.00 per hour.
It is further RESOLVED to temporarily appoint, effective May 11, 2026, Mr. Quiles from
part-time to full-time summer seasonal status. On September 21, 2026, Mr. Quiles will
terminate his summer seasonal position (FIFD) and return to part-time status.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-346
Approve Resolution Number 2026-043
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-043 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted April 13, 2026,
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD);
Therefore it is RESOLVED to appoint, effective April 23, 2026, Michael Sormrude as a
part-time Deckhand (FIFD) at a rate of$19.00 per hour.
It is further RESOLVED to temporarily appoint, effective May 11, 2026, Mr. Sormrude
from part-time to full-time summer seasonal status. On September 21, 2026, Mr. Sormrude
will terminate his summer seasonal position(FIFD) and return to part-time status.
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-347
Approve Resolution Number 2026-044
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-044 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted April 13, 2026,
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD);
Therefore it is RESOLVED to appoint, effective April 23, 2026, Paul Nickerson as a part-
time Deckhand(FIFD) at a rate of$20.00 per hour.
It is further RESOLVED to temporarily appoint, effective May 11, 2026, Mr. Nickerson
from part-time to full-time summer seasonal status. On September 21, 2026, Mr. Nickerson
will terminate his summer seasonal position(FIFD) and return to part-time status.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-348
Approve Resolution Number 2026-045
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves
Resolution Number 2026-041 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted April 13, 2026,
which reads as follows:
WHEREAS the Ferry District requires additional Deckhands (FIFD);
Therefore it is RESOLVED to appoint, effective April 23, 2026, Paul Klee as a part-time
Deckhand (FIFD) at a rate of$18.00 per hour.
It is further RESOLVED to temporarily appoint, effective May 11, 2026, Mr. Klee from
part-time to full-time summer seasonal status. On September 21, 2026, Mr. Klee will
terminate his summer seasonal position (FIFD) and return to part-time status.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-349
Increase Fees for Court Interpreters
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby increases the fees paid
to Court inteipreters from $385 to $500 for a Court day and from $220 to $300 for half or
any part thereof of a Court day, effective 4/l/2026.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-350
Retirement Resolution for Elected Officials - Powers
WHEREAS, the State of New York has set additional reporting requirements in Section
315.4 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations which requires all elected and
appointed officials whose terms start on or after August 12, 2009, who are members of the
New York State and Local Retirement System and who do not participate in their
employer's time keeping system to prepare a log of their work-related activities for three
consecutive months and submit their logs to the clerk or secretary of the governing body
within 150 days of the start of their term;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby establishes the
following as standard workdays for elected and appointed officials and will report the
following days worked to the New York State and the Local Employees' Retirement
System based on the record of activities maintained and submitted by these officials to the
clerk of this body:
Title Name Standard Work Term Participates Days/Month
Day (Hrs/day) Begins/Ends in (based on
Employer's Record of
Time Activities)
Keeping
System
Justice Eileen 6 1/01/26- N 21.91
Powers 12/31/29
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said standard is being established to meet the
accounting requirements of the New York State Employees Retirement System for
calculation of retirement benefits, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Town Clerk be, and he hereby is authorized to send
a certified copy of this resolution to the New York State Employees Retirement System.
1, Denis Noncarrow, Town Clerk of the governing board of the Town of Southold of the
State of New York, do hereby certify that I have compared the foregoing with the original
resolution passed by such board, at a legally convened meeting held on the 21st April of
2026 on file as part of the minutes of such meeting, and that the same is a true copy thereof
and the whole of such original.
I further certify that the full board, consisting of six (6)members, and the six (6) of such
members were present at such meeting and the six (6) of such members voted in favor of
the above resolution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the Town of
Southold, on this 21 st April of 2026.
SEAL
Denis Noncarrow
Town Clerk
Town of Southold
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-351
Retirement Resolution for Elected Officials - Gillooly
WHEREAS, the State of New York has set additional reporting requirements in Section
315.4 of the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations which requires all elected and
appointed officials whose terms start on or after August 12, 2009, who are members of the
New York State and Local Retirement System and who do not participate in their
employer's time keeping system to prepare a log of their work-related activities for three
consecutive months and submit their logs to the clerk or secretary of the governing body
within 150 days of the start of their term;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby establishes the
following as standard workdays for elected and appointed officials and will report the
following days worked to the New York State and the Local Employees' Retirement
System based on the record of activities maintained and submitted by these officials to the
clerk of this body:
Title Name Standard Work Term Participates Days/Month
Day (Hrs/day) Begins/Ends in (based on
Employer's Record of
Time Activities)
Keeping
Trustee Elizabeth 6 01/01/2026- N 7.93
Gillooly 12/31/2028
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said standard is being established to meet the
accounting requirements of the New York State Employees Retirement System for
calculation of retirement benefits, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk be, and he hereby is authorized to
send a certified copy of this resolution to the New York State Employees Retirement
System.
I, Denis Noncarrow, Town Clerk of the governing board of the Town of Southold of the
State of New York, do hereby certify that I have compared the foregoing with the original
resolution passed by such board, at a legally convened meeting held on the 21st of April
2026 on file as part of the minutes of such meeting, and that the same is a true copy thereof
and the whole of such original.
I further certify that the full board, consisting of six (6)members, and the six (6) of such
members were present at such meeting and the six (6) of such members voted in favor of
the above resolution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the seal of the Town of
Southold, on this 21st of April 2026.
SEAL
Denis Noncarrow
Town Clerk
Town of Southold
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-352
Special Event 2026-3 Greenport Brewing Company Dog Dock Diving Festival
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Greenport Brewing Company to hold Special Event 2026-3 at the Greenport Brewing Co,
located at 42155 Main Rd., Peconic,New York, as applied for in the application GBC-la
for their 2026 Annual Dog Dock Diving Event on 5/16/2026 and 5/17/2026 from 9AM to
5PM. This event is approved with the following conditions:
1. No Parking on Peconic Lane or Main Road as per parking plan.
2. Provided they adhere to ALL conditions on the application, permit and to the Town of
Southold Policy for Special Events. This permit is subject to revocation if the applicant fails
to comply with any of the conditions of the approval or is unable to properly control traffic
flow into and out of the event and parking areas.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-353
Special Event 2026-4 Times Review Media Group /Borghese Vineyard
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Times Review to hold Special Event 2026-4 at the Borghese Vineyard, County Road 48,
Cutchogue, New York, as applied for in the application BV-la for Special Event
"Northforker Wine and Food Classic" on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 from 6PM to
1 OPM with the following conditions from the Suffolk County Department of Economic
Development and Planning, Division of Planning and Environment:
1. The special use permit shall be valid on September 3rd 2026 only.
2. The "Northforker Wine & Food Classic" special event shall be conducted in accordance
with the proposal and updated site plan received by the Suffolk County Department of
Economics Development and Planning, Division of Planning and Environment.
3. The "Northforker Wine & Food Classic" special event shall not adversely impact the
viability of the agricultural operation and/or the associated natural resources; and
4. The landowner shall be responsible for compliance with all conditions of Farmland
Committee Resolution No. FC-19-2022, the deed of development rights, the contract of
sale, and all applicable federal, state, county, and town regulations, rules and statutes.
All parking must be contained on site. No stopping or standing on Country Road 48.
Approval provided that they adhere to all conditions on the application, Suffolk County
Department of Economic Development and Planning, Division of Planning and
Environment needs to approve. The event must go along with Town of Southold Policy for
Special Events. This permit is subject to revocation if the applicant fails to comply with any
of the conditions of the approval or is unable to properly control traffic flow into and out of
the event.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
IK-rupski, Jr.
2026-354
Rescind Resolution 2026-236
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby rescinds resolution
2026-236, adopted at the April 7, 2026 regular Town Board meeting in its entirety, which
read as follows:
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Sofija
Shashkina to the position of a Fill-In School Crossing Guard to fill in those posts due to
illness or vacation effective April 13, 2026. Salary to be determined by the traffic post
covered.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-355
Accept Resignation of Christopher Rehm
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation
of Christopher Rehm from the position of Construction Equipment Operator for the Solid
Waste District effective April 17, 2026.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-356
Attend training by Deputy Receiver of Taxes
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby gives permission to
Cynthia Lake, Deputy Receiver of Taxes, to attend the New York State Association of Tax
Receivers and Collectors 2026 Training Seminar in Niagra Fall, New York, on June 7 - 10
2026. All fees and expenses to be expensed to the budget line A1330-547225 Meetings and
Seminars.
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-357
Field Use Spring 2026 Soccer Shots
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Soccer Shots of Port Jefferson to conduct a soccer program on Sundays from April 12—
June 7,2026 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Tasker Park, Peconic. The applicant must file a
Two Million Dollar Certificate of Insurance naming the Town of Southold as additional
insured. Fees for use of the field will be charged as per the rules and regulations listed on
the application for use of parks facilities.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-358
Cucthogue-New Suffolk Historical Family History Day 1776
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the
Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council to hold a "Family History Day 1776" event
on the Cutchogue Village Green, Cutchogue, New York, on Saturday, June 6th, 2026 from
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM, (with a Rain date of June 6th, 2026) provided they comply with all
the conditions of the Town's Policy for Special Events on Town Properties. All fees, with
the exception of the clean-up deposit, shall be waived. The applicant should reach out to
Chief Grattan as soon as possible.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-359
Award Town Hall Annex Space Analysis Update to LKMA
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the proposal of
L.K. McLean Associates, D.P.C. dated April 13, 2026 in the total amount of$5,950.00 for
professional services associated with the Town Hall Annex Space Analysis Update; and be
it further
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute an Agreement between the Town of Southold
and L.K. McLean Associates, D.P.C. in the total amount of$5,950.00, 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, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-360
Mattituck Chamber of Commerce First Fridays
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the
Mattituck Chamber of Commerce to hold their "First Fridays on Love Lane" events,
with the road closed in Mattituck on the following Fridays: 511, 6/5, 7/3, 8/7, 9/4,and
10/2/2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM,provided they comply with all the conditions of the
Town's Policy for Special Events on Town Properties. The applicant will pay for the cost of
police assistance at the event as discussed with Chief Grattan and will coordinate the event
with the Chief.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-361
Attend NYS Retirement System Employer Education Seminar
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Diana Whitecavage, Payroll Supervisor, Natalie Kenney, Principal Account Clerk, and
Michelle Nickonovitz, Town Comptroller, to attend the New York State Retirement System
Employer Education Seminar in Riverhead,NY on May 21, 2026. All expenses for
registration and travel to be a legal charge to the 2026 Budget (A1310-547225 Meetings
and Seminars and A1310-547230 Travel Reimbursement).
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-362
NYS DOT annual permit application
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. or designee to execute the NYS DOT annual permit
application and all related documents in order to perform work on the sidewalks located
along Route 25 (Main Road) in Southold Town, subject to the approval of the Town
Attorney.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-363
Extension to Consultant Agreement- Lloyd Reisenberg
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute an extension to the Consultant Agreement with
Lloyd Reisenberg, for consulting services focused on the Information Technologies System
Upgrade, in addition to training for the Southold IT Department, through May 31, 2026,
under the same terms and conditions established by the original Agreement dated January
27, 2026, all in accordance with the Town Attorney.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-364
Award Town Hall Annex Bank Area Asbestos Removal to WPS Contracting Group,
LLC
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the bid of WPS
Contracting Group, LLC in the amount of$52,842.00 for the Town Hall Annex Bank Area
Asbestos Remediation; and be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute an Agreement between the Town of Southold
and WPS Contracting Group, LLC in the total amount of$52,842.00, 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, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-365
Indemnity Agreement between Town of Southold and Mattituck Chamber of
Commerce
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr., to execute an Indemnity Agreement between the Town of
Southold and the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce for the purpose of allowing one storage
unit, utilizing one parking space only, to be temporarily placed at the Love Lane Municipal
Parking Lot and to be utilized for the Mattituck Chamber of Commerce's First Fridays on
Love Lane equipment only, during the months of May through October. The Mattituck
Chamber of Commerce is to coordinate with the DPW director for placement of the storage
container, and they must label the unit as the owner, subject to the approval of the Town
Attorney.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-366
Agreement with Brand Builders, LLC
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town Southold authorizes and directs the Deputy
Supervisor to enter into an agreement with Brand Builders, LLC for the purchase and
distribution of backyard composter and rain barrels, and to conduct distribution events in
conjunction therewith, for a period of one-year period at a maximum cost to the Town of
$120.00; and to execute same on behalf of the Town; subject to the Town Attorney review;
to be funded by budget line SR8160 547265.
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(5) (0) (1)
Adopted Councilman None Supervisor
Mealy, Justice Albert J.
Stevens, Krupski, Jr.
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess
2026-367
Eagle Scout Project-Boyle
RESOLVED, the Town Board of the Town of Southold approves the North Fork First Aid
Points Eagle Scout Project to be conducted by Brendan Boyle and Southold Troop 6. First
aid kits will be installed and maintained at the following Town open space holdings, subject
to Land Management Coordination review:
Ruth Oliva Preserve, East Marion
Arshamomaque Preserve, Greenport
Pipes Cove Preserve, Greenport
Paul Stoutenburgh Preserve, Southold
Downs Farm Preserve, Cutchogue
Laurel Park, Laurel
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-368
Approve Leave of Absence -Employee# 0498
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves a leave of
absence to employee # 0498 effective April 27, 2026 through approximately June 16, 2026.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-369
2026 Code Training
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Fire Marshal Robert Corwin to attend the Fire Alarm and Detection Workshop at SUNY
Farmingdale, on June 15th and 16th, 2026. All expenses for registration and travel to be a
legal charge to the 2026 Building Department Budget (B3620-547225 Meetings and
Seminars).
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-370
Amend Res # 2026-310 -Annual Boy Scout Car Show
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby amends resolution
#2026-310 to read as follows:
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to
Boy Scout Troop 6 to hold its Annual Car Show, setting up Friday, September 4th, 2026 at
5 PM. The event will be held on Saturday, September 5th, 2026 from 7 AM to 5 PM and
will be taken down on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 by 5 PM. The event will be held at the
Peconic Lane Community Center field, Peconic Lane, Peconic,provided they file with the
Town Clerk a Two Million Dollar Certificate of Insurance naming the Town of Southold as
an additional insured and comply with all the provisions of the Town's Special Permit
Policy. This application is for outside use only. There will be no access to any Town
buildinus. All fees associated with this approval shall be waived, with the exception of the
clean-up deposit.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-371
Refund of Parking and/or Disposal Permits
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes a refund to
the following:
Wolf, Amy 25248 3rd Ave, Little Neck, Disposal $20.00
NY 11362
Parking $30.00
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-372
Emergency Repair
WHEREAS, the Town of Southold Department of Public Works needs to waive the Town
procurement policy for emergency repairs to be made to the Town Hall meeting room.
WHEREAS, the local temperatures were extremely low and caused water to freeze inside
the fire sprinkler system pipes and caused a pipe to burst.
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold waives the provisions of the
Town Procurement Policy and authorizes immediate action with regard to the repairs
needed to avoid dangerous conditions continuing in the meeting room that may affect life,
health, safety or property of the Town or its inhabitants.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-373
Attend Annual Firearms Training
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the
Justice Court Officers to attend an annual recertification for firearms training on various
dates until the end of 2025 at the Suffolk County Sheriff's Firearms Range in
Westhampton,New York. All expenses for training to be charged to the Justice Courts
2026 budget.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-374
Retainer Agreement- Sokoloff Stern LLP
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr., to execute a Retainer Agreement with Sokoloff Stern in
connection with professional services regarding a matter involving the Suffolk County
Water Authority and the North Fork Water Main Extension Project, subject to the Town
Attorney and to be a charge to Budget Line A1420 544120,
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-375
PH- 5/20/2026 - 9:00 a.m. - CEHA- 8 Jan Court LLC
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby sets May 20, 2026 at
9:00 a.m. in the Southold Town Hall Annex Lower Level (Basement) Meeting Room,
54375 Route 25, Southold,NY 11971, as the time and place for a public hearing on the
Coastal Erosion Hazard Board of Review Appeal of 8 Jan Court LLC,relating to all
existing buildings on property located at 58525 CR 48, Greenport, New York 11944,
SCTM#1000-044.00-02.00-017.000, and directs the Town Clerk to publish notice of such
appeal in The Suffolk Times not less than ten (10) days nor more than thirty (30) days prior
to such hearing and to notify the applicant by first class mail.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-376
Community Development Project Supervisor attend Seminar
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes Community
Development Project Supervisor Andrea Sullivan to attend the Fair Housing Breakfast
Training Conference at 133 15th St, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 14, 2026 between 8am-
12:30pm., all expenses to be a legal charge to the Community Housing Fund 2026 budget.
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-377
Advertise for Construction Equipment Operator DSW
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
the Town Clerk to advertise for the Position of Construction Equipment Operator at the
Southold Town Dept of Solid Waste.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(5) (0) (1)
Adopted Councilman None Supervisor
Mealy, Justice Albert J.
Stevens, Krupski, Jr.
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess
2026-378
Appoint Evan McCaffrey Automotive Equipment Operator
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Evan
McCaffrey to the position of Automotive Equipment Operator for the Fishers Island
Highway Department effective April 30, 2026, at a rate of$28.4744 per hour, subject to
pre-employment DOT testing requirements.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-379
Appoint Logan Figueroa FT Custodial Worker I
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Logan
Figueroa to the position of Custodial Worker I for the Department of Public Works,
effective April 30, 2026 at a rate of$47,992.65 per year.
Present Attendees Absent Attendee Names
Councilman Brian Mealy
Justice Kate Stevens
Councilwoman Jill Doherty
Councilwoman Anne Smith
Councilwoman Alexa Suess
Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr.
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-380
Appointment to Agricultural Advisory Committee-Nathan Andruski
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Nathan
Andruski to the Agricultural Advisory Committee, with a term ending 3/31/2029.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-381
Appointments to Land Preservation Committee— Sam McCullough, Kimberly
Krupski,Anne E. Murray,Alison Delaney, and Steve Malinowski (Fishers Island
Liaison)
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Land Preservation Committee:
-Norman "Sam"McCullough, term to expire 3/31/2028
-Kimberly Krupski, term to expire 3/31/2028
-Anne E. Murray, term to expire 3/31/2028
-Alison Delaney, term to expire 3/31/2028
-Steve Malinowski (Fishers Island Liaison) term to expire 3/31/2027
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(5) (0) (1)
Adopted Councilman None Supervisor
Mealy, Justice Albert J.
Stevens, Krupski, Jr.
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess
2026-382
Appointment to Police Advisory Committee—Betsch
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint John Betsch to the
Police Advisory Committee with a term ending 3/31/2029.
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-383
Appointments to Fishers Island Harbor Committee—David Cugini & Brian Debroff
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Fishers Island Harbor Committee:
-David Cugini, term ending 3/31/2031
-Brian Debroff, term ending 3/31/2031
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-384
Appointments to Water Advisory Committee—Kate Daly & Caroline Yates
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Water Advisory Committee:
-Kate Daly, term ending 3/31/2029
-Caroline Yates, term ending 3/31/2029
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-385
Appointments to Conservation Advisory Council-Maggie Merrill, Alexa Annunziata
and Burke Liburt
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Conservation Advisory Council:
-Maggie Merrill, term ending 3/31/2028
-Alexa Annunziata, term ending 3/31/2028
-Burke Liburt, term ending 3/31/2028
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-386
Appointments to Agricultural Advisory Committee -Jim Glover, Thomas C.
Stevenson,Anthony Sannino, Gregg Rivara, Nathan Andruski, Patrick K. Wiles,
Cheryl Horsfall and Matthew Ketcham
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Agricultural Advisory Committee:
-Jim Glover, term ending 3/31/2029
-Thomas C. Stevenson, term ending 3/31/2029
-Anthony Sannino, term ending 3/31/2029
- Gregg Rivara, term ending 3/31/2029
-Nathan Andruski, term ending 3/31/2029
-Patrick K. Wiles, term ending 3/31/2029
- Cheryl Horsfall, term ending 3/31/2029
- Matthew Ketcham, term ending 3/31/2029
Motion By: Councilman Mealy
Seconded By: Justice Stevens
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-387
Appointments to the Aircraft Noise Steering Committee—Adam Irving, Teresa
McCaskie,Jim Underwood & James D. Harmon
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Aircraft Noise Steering Committee:
-Adam Irving, term ending 3/31/2030
-Teresa McCaskie, term ending 3/31/2030
-Jim Underwood, term ending 3/31/2030
-James D. Harmon, term ending 3/31/2030
Motion By: Justice Stevens
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-388
Appointments to Tree Committee- Derrick Bossen and Gerard Orientale
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoint the following
members to the Tree Committee:
-Derrick Bossen, term ending 3/31/2029
-Gerard Orientale (Chairperson), term ending 3/31/2029
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-389
Appointments to Board of Ethics- Dr. Thomas M. Byrne and Laura Held
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold appoint the following members
to the Board of Ethics:
-Dr. Thomas M. Byrne, term ending 3/31/2031
-Laura Held, term ending 3/31/2030
Motion By: Councilwoman Smith
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-390
FIFD Terminal Improvements (Ramp) Bond
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners of the Fishers Island Ferry District(the
"District"), in the Town of Southold, Suffolk County, New York, pursuant to a resolution
duly adopted and a petition in due form, has requested that the Town Board of the Town of
Southold(herein called the "Town"), in the County of Suffolk,New York, call a public
hearing on behalf of the District to hear all persons interested in the proposed increase and
improvement of facilities of the District, consisting of the replacement of the South Vehicle
Offloading Ramp at the District's Fishers Island Terminal, at the aggregate estimated
maximum cost of$1,600,000; and the Town Board has determined that it is in the best
interests of the Town and the District to increase and improve the facilities of the District
pursuant to Section 202-b of the Town Law and to hold said public hearing, as requested;
and
WHEREAS, the Town, has given due consideration to the impact that the project may have
on the environment pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA),
constituting Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, and 6 N.Y.C.R.R., Part
617(c) and has determined that it is a Type II action and is not subject to review under
SEQRA;
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Board hereby determines to commence proceedings under
Section 202-b of the Town Law, and it is hereby
ORDERED, that a meeting of the Town Board of the Town be held at the Town Hall,
53095 Main Road, Southold, New York, on May 20, 2026 at 6:00 o'clock P.M. (Prevailing
Time) to consider said increase and improvement of facilities of the District and to hear all
persons interested in the subject thereof concerning the same and for such other action on
the part of the Town Board with relation thereto as may be required by law; and it is
FURTHER ORDERED, that the Town Clerk publish at least once in"The Suffolk Times"
and"The Day,"hereby designated as the official newspapers for such publication, and post
on the sign board of the Town maintained pursuant to subdivision 6 of Section 30 of the
Town Law, a Notice of such public hearing in substantially the form appearing in Exhibit
A, certified by said Town Clerk, the first publication thereof and said posting to be not less
than ten (10) nor more than twenty(20) days before the date of such public hearing.
Exhibit A
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Board of the Town of Southold, in the
County of Suffolk, State of New York, shall hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 20,
2026 at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as this matter can be heard, to consider any and all
comments in relation to the increase and improvement of facilities of the Fishers Island
Ferry District, consisting of the replacement of the South Vehicle Offloading Ramp at the
District's Fishers Island Terminal, at the aggregate estimated maximum cost of$1,600,000.
At said public hearing, the Town Board will hear all persons interested in said subject
matter thereof.
Motion By: Councilwoman Suess
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-391
Elect To Purchase-Moffat Farm South, Rabbit, and Tiny LLC; SCTM # 1000-55.-3-
6.4, 6.5, & 7
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold held a public hearing on the 21 st
day of April, 2026 on the question of adding a parcel owned by Moffat Farm Tiny LLC
to the Town's Community Preservation Fund Eligible Parcel List and for the purpose
of purchasing fee title to said parcel, together with parcels owned by Moffat Farm
South LLC and Moffat Farm Rabbit LLC, for open space purposes, at which time all
interested parties were given the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, said parcels are identified as SCTM#1000-55.-3-6.4 (Moffat Farm South
LLC), SCTM #1000-55.-3-6.5 (Moffat Farm Rabbit LLC), and SCTM#1000-55.-3-7
(Moffat Farm Tiny LLC) (collectively, "Property"). The Property is located at 48460 &
50100 County Route 48 in Southold. The Property fronts on the southeasterly side of
County Route 48 in two locations, extends to Long Creek, and is in the R-80 Zoning
District; and
WHEREAS, the proposed open space acquisition is for the Town of Southold, in a joint
50%/50%partnership with the County of Suffolk, to acquire fee title to the entire 34.81❑-
acre Property for open space preservation. The exact area of the purchase is subject to
survey; and
WHEREAS, the purchase price for the entire 34.81❑-acre Property is $110,000 (one
hundred ten thousand dollars)per acre, estimated at $3,829,100 (three million eight hundred
twenty-nine thousand one hundred dollars). The purchase price will be adjusted at the time
of closing based on the final surveyed acreage. The purchase will be funded by the Town's
Community Preservation Fund and the County of Suffolk in a 50%/50%partnership, which
will include the purchase puce and any related acquisition costs associated with the
Property's purchase; and
WHEREAS, SCTM#1000-55.-3-7 will be added to the Community Preservation Project
Plan Eligible Parcel List for the establishment of parks, nature preserves, or recreation areas
and the preservation of open space; and
WHEREAS, the Property is listed on the Town's Community Preservation Project Plan as
property that should be acquired for the establishment of parks, natures preserves or
recreation areas; the preservation of open space; preservation of saltwater marshes or other
wetlands; and preservation of undeveloped beach lands and shoreline at significant risk of
flooding and sea level rise. Proposed uses of the property may include the establishment of
a nature preserve or other passive recreational area with trails and limited parking for access
purposes, all subject to a management plan that will be developed for the property; and
WHEREAS, the purchase of this property is in conformance with the provisions of Chapter
17 (Community Preservation Fund) and Chapter 185 (Open Space Preservation) of the
Town Code of the Town of Southold; and
WHEREAS, the proposed action has been reviewed pursuant to Chapter 268 (Waterfront
Consistency Review) of the Town Code and the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program
(LWRP) and the LWRP Coordinator has determined that this action is consistent with the
LWRP; and
WHEREAS, as per Chapter 117 (Transfer of Development Rights) of the Code of the
Town of Southold, Section 117-5, the Land Preservation Coordinator and the Town Board
have reviewed the acquisition and have determined that Sanitary Flow Credits may be
available upon the acquisition of the property. The County of Suffolk will determine if
Sanitary Flow Credits (a/k/a County Workforce Housing Development Rights) are
available, and if so, the number of Sanitary Flow Credits available from the property. Any
available Sanitary Flow Credits will be divided between the County and the Town in
accordance with the 50%/50%joint partnership percentage. The transfer of the Sanitary
Flow Credits allotted to the Town will not be finalized, and shall not occur, until the County
and Town acquire title to the property, and the Town Board passes a resolution allowing the
transfer into the Town Sanitary Flow Credit Bank; and
WHEREAS, the Land Preservation Committee has reviewed the application for the
acquisition and recommends that the Town Board acquires the property; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board deems it in the best public interest that the Town of Southold
purchase fee title to the subject property for the purpose of open space, wetland, shoreline,
and habitat preservation and passive recreation; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold classifies this action as an Unlisted
Action pursuant to the SEQRA Rules and Regulations, 6 NYCRR 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 SCTM#1000-55.-3-7 is hereby added to the Community Preservation
Project Plan Eligible Parcel List and a copy of the plan shall be filed with the
Commissioner of Environmental Conservation, the Commissioner of Agriculture and
Markets, and the Commissioner of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation; and,be it further
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby enters into a joint
50%/50%partnership with the County of Suffolk to purchase fee title to property owned by
Moffat Farm South LLC (SCTM #1000-55.-3-6.4), Moffat Farm Rabbit LLC, (SCTM
#1000-55.-3-6.5), and Moffat Farm Tiny LLC (SCTM #1000-55.-3-7). The purchase price
for the 34.81±-acre parcel, subject to survey, is $110,000 (one hundred ten thousand
dollars)per acre, estimated at $3,829,100 (three million eight hundred twenty-nine
thousand one hundred dollars). The purchase will be funded by the Town's Community
Preservation Fund and the County of Suffolk in a 50%/50%partnership, which will include
the purchase price and any related acquisition costs associated with the Property's purchase.
The proposed action has been reviewed pursuant to Chapter 268 (Waterfront Consistency
Review) of the Town Code, and the LWRP Coordinator and the Town Board have
determined that this action is consistent with the LWRP. Any available Sanitary Flow
Credits will be divided between the County and the Town in accordance with the 50%/50%
joint partnership percentage. The transfer of Sanitary Flow Credits allotted to the Town
will not be finalized, and shall not occur, until the County and Town close on the Property,
and the Town Board passes a resolution allowing the transfer into the Town Sanitary Flow
Credit Bank.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-392
PH 4/21 6:00 pm-A Local Law- Chapter 280 Accessory Apartments
WHEREAS there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk
County,New York, on the 1 Oth day of March, 2026, a Local Law entitled"A Local Law in
relation to an Amendment to Chapter 280, Zonin1j,Accessory Apartments" 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 will be given an opportunity to be
heard, now therefor be it
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 Chapter 280,
Zoning,Accessory Apartments"which reads as follows:
LOCAL LAW NO. 2026
A Local Law entitled, "A Local Law in relation to an Amendment to Chapter 280,
Zoning,Accessory Apartments"
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Southold as follows:
L Purpose
The Purpose of the amendment is to update the Southold Town Code with regard to
Accessory Apartments.
IL Amendment
The Southold Town Code is hereby amended by removing the struck through words and
adding the underlined words as follows:
2§ 80-4 Definitions
B. Definitions and usages. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following terms shall, for
the purpose of this chapter, have the meanings as herein defined. Any word or term not
noted below shall be used with a meaning as defined in Webster's Third New International
Dictionary of the English Language, unabridged (or latest edition).
ACCESSORY APARTMENT
An apartment created in a pwsently o.,4iff one-family dwelling unit or
detached accessory structure pursuant to § 280-13A(6) or § 280-13B(13).
§280-13 Use Regulations
A. Permitted Uses
(6) One accessory apartment in an-ex4&�one-family dwelling, subject to the
issuance of a rental permit in
accordance with § 280-13D and the following requirements
B Uses permitted by special exception by the Board of Appeals. The following uses are
permitted as a special exception
by the Board of Appeals as hereinafter provided and subject to site plan approval by the
Planning Board,provided
that not more than one use shall be allowed for each 40,0000 square feet of lot area.
(13) One accessory apartment in a lawfiilly exis6ng detached accessory
stof ge bui a;,,n structure
subject to the following requirements
(f) The e*isting accessory structure shall comply with all other requirements of
this chapter
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: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
2026-393
PH 4/21 at 6 PM-A Local Law in relation to a twelve (12) month extension of a
Temporary Moratorium on the issuance of approvals and/or permits for Battery
Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities
WHEREAS, there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk
County,New York, on the 26th day of February 2026, a Local Law entitled, "A Local
Law in relation to a twelve (12) month Extension of a Temporary Moratorium on the
issuance of approvals and/or permits for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
facilities" and
WHEREAS, that 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, as part of that proceeding, the Town Board of the Town of Southold referred
the local law to the Suffolk County Planning Commission and received their comments, and
WHEREAS, the Suffolk County Planning Commission issued its report regarding the
proposed Local Law after a public hearing, and voted to disapprove the proposed local law,
and
WHEREAS, the rationale for the Planning Commission's decision was based on the newly
adopted updates to the New York Fire Code, which became effective January 2026. The
updated Fire Code was drafted in conjunction with the Governors 2023 working group
which was formed to examine the safety and security of BESS Systems, and encouraged the
Town to consult other municipalities BESS Code, and
WHEREAS, the Suffolk County Planning Commission also provided comments, and
WHEREAS, the Town Board, after the public hearing and in consideration of the entire
record, including the comments from the Suffolk County Planning Commission, intends to
enact the Local Law for extension of the BESS moratorium, as written; and it be
RESOLVED,in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section A14-22 of the
Suffolk County Administrative Code and Section 239-m(6) of the General Municipal Law,
the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby sets forth the reasons the Town Board
intends to override the disapproval of the Commission:
1. The Planning Commission suggested the Town review the Model Law by
NYSERDA, which was published in February 2026, and the New York State Fire
Code, which only became effective January 2026. However, sufficient time must be
granted to effectively review and consider these suggestions. The NYSERDA
guidance document for adopting local zoning code for BESS calls for the first step in
the process to be an update specific to BESS in the Town's Comprehensive Plan,
which in turn will support the zoning code for BESS. The steps for updating even a
small section of the Comprehensive Plan include public input, which is time-
consuming. Since this guidance document was issued in February 2026, it is
reasonable to expect it to take the Town considerable time to get through the process
of adopting changes to the Comprehensive Plan, and then developing new code for
BESS that is consistent with that update.
2. The Planning Commission also suggested the Town make only BESS portions of a
possible larger land use application the subject of whether a proposal is unfit. This
twelve (12) month moratorium extension is specific and would restrict BESS
facilities only. If a BESS facility were part of a larger land use application, the Town
would certainly use best efforts and land use expertise to consider all possible
options.
3. Finally, the Planning Commission suggested the Town engage with other
municipalities to review regulations that may relate to BESS. The Town has already
undertaken to do so and finds coordination will be productive but also time-
consuming, and it further be
RESOLVED that the Town Board finds the twelve (12) month extension of this moratorium
is a reasonable and necessary exercise of the Town's authority to preserve the status quo
while the Town reviews all of the above in addition to reconvening the Southold BESS
Task Force to review same and access their recommendations, and it further be
RESOLVED that this twelve (12) month moratorium extension is specific and would
restrict BESS facilities only. It is limited in terms of its reach, and does not affect any other
type of energy use. Further, the enacted law includes a mechanism for hardship
applications. Accordingly, the length of the moratorium extension is reasonable; and it be
further
RESOLVED that the Town Board also finds that although not mentioned by the Suffolk
County Planning Commission, the Town is still heavily engaged in the Town Zoning
Update which will have huge bearing on the implementation of a BESS Code. The Zoning
Update is a comprehensive update of its zoning code. With limited resources, the process of
zoning updates, including those for BESS, take time to accomplish; and it further be
RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ENACTS the proposed
Local Law entitled, "A Local Law in relation to a twelve (12) month Extension of a
Temporary Moratorium on the issuance of approvals and/or permits for Battery
Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities" and reads as follows:
LOCAL LAW NO. 2026
A Local Law entitled, "A Local Law in relation to a twelve (12) month Extension of a
Temporary Moratorium on the issuance of approvals and/or permits for Battery
Energy Storage System (BESS) facilities".
BE IT ENACTED by the Town Board of the Town of Southold, as follows:
I. PURPOSE - Moratorium Extension
In furtherance of Local Law 2025-4, which extended the Battery Energy Storage System
(BESS) moratorium, the Town Board acknowledges that BESS facilities are a key
component to the viability and promotion of renewable energy sources. The Town Board
acknowledges the storage systems play an important role in reducing demand and costs
associated with grid infrastructure, add capacity while lessening the burden on existing
infrastructure and deter the use of fossil fuels. However, significant public health and safety
concerns relative to the potentially volatile nature of lithium-ion batteries and battery
storage operations remain. These public health and safety concerns include location of
mega-watt scale facilities in close proximity to established residential areas.
On February 6, 2024, Governor Hochul's Inter-Agency Fire Safety Working Group
released recommendations for inclusion in the New York Fire Code. In July 2025, the Code
Council adopted the Fire Safety Working Group's recommendations for the 2025 NYS Fire
Code, which took effect January 1, 2026.
4. The Town Board finds that in order to review and comply with the newly effected
Code, it will require extensive time and would not be resolved in the next months.
The Town Board acknowledges and understands the need for clear and concise laws
to successfully work toward a safe and effective Bess Code;
5. With the new State Fire Code in effect, the Town Board now must reconvene the
Town of Southold BESS Task Force to review the new Code, make recommendations
to the Town Board for adopting a BESS Code that complies and aligns with the NYS
Fire Code;
6. Due to unforeseen circumstances, which include discontinuing the work with the
Zoning Code Consultants, and other matters, the ongoing comprehensive zoning
update project being conducted by the Town is not near completion. The new Zoning
Code is expected to be advertised for public comment in the next few months, which
will require an extensive public comment time and may delay the adoption by
additional months. The Town Board does not find it possible now to adopt a BESS
code where the zoning update is still being formulated. The BESS code is an integral
part of the Zoning Code for the Town. The zoning update, in conjunction with the
Town's Comprehensive Plan and other applicable town laws that will affect the
BESS facilities,require guidance from the NYS Fire Code as well as the Towns Task
Force. The timeline for the Zoning Update, due to circumstances beyond the Towns
control, will be extended considerably.
A one (1) year moratorium was enacted by the Town Board of the Town of Southold as
Local Law 8-2023, on January 31, 2023, with an effective date of April 11, 2023. The
one (1) year moratorium was further extended by the Town Board of the Town of
Southold as Local Law 2024-6 with an effective date of April 3, 2024. Further
extension was adopted by Local Law 2025-4 effective April 22, 2025 and the current
moratorium is set to expire on April 22, 2026.
The moratorium as originally enacted, extended, and still intended to provide sufficient
time for the Town to undertake a thorough examination of these systems to identify any
possible threats to public health, safety and welfare as well as evaluate the potential for
environmental degradation.
The Town Board finds it necessary to extend the moratorium already in effect, the terms
of which remain unchanged and are set forth below. This action is necessary in order to
protect the character,public health, safety and welfare of the residents of the Town of
Southold.
II. ENACTMENT OF A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM
Until twelve (12) months from the effective date of this Local Law, after which this
Local Law shall lapse and be without further force and effect and subject to any other
Local Law adopted by the Town Board during the twelve (12) month period, no agency,
board,board officer or employee of the Town of Southold including,but not limited to,
the Town Board, the Zoning Board of Appeals, the Trustees, the Planning Board, or the
Building Inspector(s), issuing any building permit pursuant to any provision of the
Southold Town Code, shall issue, cause to be issued or allow to be issued any approval,
special exception, variance, site plan,building permit, subdivision, or permit for any use
identified as a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility.
III. EXCLUSIONS
This Local Law shall not apply:
1) To any person or entity who/which has,prior to the effective date of this Local
Law, obtained all permits required for such a facility and, relying upon such
permission, has undertaken significant development of such facility.
2) To any application by a municipal corporation or special district or fire district.
IV. AUTHORITY TO SUPERSEDE
To the extent and degree any provisions of this Local Law are construed as inconsistent
with the provisions of Town Law, this Local Law is intended,pursuant to Municipal
Home Rule Law, to supersede any said inconsistent authority.
V. VARIANCE TO THIS MORATORIUM
Any person or entity suffering unnecessary hardship as that term is used and construed
in Town Law section 267-b (2)(b), by reason of the enactment and continuance of this
moratorium may apply to the Town Board for a variance excepting the proposed use
from the temporary moratorium and allowing issuance of a permit all in accordance with
the provisions of the Southold Town Code.
VI. 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 impair or
invalidate the remainder of this Local Law.
VII. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty
Seconded By: Councilman Mealy
Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
(6) (0) (0)
Adopted Councilman None None
Mealy, Justice
Stevens,
Councilwoman
Doherty,
Councilwoman
Smith,
Councilwoman
Suess,
Supervisor
Krupski, Jr.
VII. Public Hearings
PH: 4/21/26 at 6:00 PM— Ch. 17 & Ch. 185 -Moffat Farm South, LLC; Moffat Farm
Rabbit, LLC; and Moffat Farm Tiny, LLC; SCTM Ws 1000-55:3-6.4, 6.5, and 7.
Hearing Closed
PH: 4/21/26 at 6:00 PM- Ch. 280 - Zoning,Accessory Apartments
Hearing Closed
PH: 4/21/26 at 6:00 PM- Twelve (12) Month Extension of a Temporary Moratorium
on the issuance of approvals and/or permits for Battery Energy Storage Systems
(BESS) Facilities
Hearing Closed
VIII.Open Public Discussion
Open Discussion on Any Given Topic
Denis Noncarrow
Southold Town Clerk