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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB-08/11/2026 Denis Noncarrow Town Hall, 53095 Main Road Town Clerk PO Box 1179 Southold, NY 11971 Registrar of Vital Statisticslp Fax (631) 765-6145 Marriage Officer Telephone (631) 765-1800 Records Management Officer www.southoldtownny.gov Freedom of Information Officer Office of the Town Clerk Southold Town Board Regular Meeting August 11, 2026 6:00 PM A Regular Meeting of the Southold Town Board was held Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, Southold, NY. 1. 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. 6:00 PM Meeting called to order on August 11, 2026, at Meeting Hall, 53095 Route 25, Southold, NY. II. Reports Town Clerk's Report July 2026 Monthly Report ZBA Monthly Report July 2026 Trustee Monthly Report July 2026 III. Public Notices IV. Communications Special Presentation Presentation of a Proclamation to the Southold Rotary Club V. Discussion Open Discussion on any AGENDA items VI. Resolutions 2026-663 Approve Audit RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the audit dated August 11, 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. 2026-664 Set Next Regular Town Board Meeting RESOLVED that the next Regular Town Board Meeting of the Southold Town Board be held, Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the Southold Town Hall, 53095 Main Road, Southold, New York at 6:00 P.M. 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. 2026-665 Police Department Training Request RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves Sergeant Andrew Garcia to attend the NY LEAP Post Critical Incident Seminar from October 19th through October 21st, 2026 in Rockland County, NY. There are no fees associated with this training. Motion By: Councilman Mealy Seconded By: Councilwoman Doherty 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. 2026-666 Fireworks Permit-Orient Harbor Independence Day Celebration RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the issuance of a Fireworks Permit by the Town Clerk to Grucci Fireworks on behalf of Orient Harbor July 4th Festivities, Inc. for a fireworks display on Saturday, August 15th, 2026 at 9:15PM (Rain Date: August, 29th, 2026 at 9:15PM) on a Barge off Orient Yacht Club, 2110 Village Lane, Orient,New York upon compliance with any conditions and requirements of the Town of Southold policy regarding the issuance of fireworks permits and compliance with New York State penal codes 270 and 405 and Chapter 56 of the New York State Fire Code. Orient Harbor July 4th Festivities, Inc. Included an additional $500.00 clean-up deposit with this approval. This can be refunded after there is an approved clean-up of the Causeway and beach areas. Any debris from the fireworks is to be cleaned up. Correct parking rules will need to be followed. All subject to the Town Attorney. Motion By: Justice Stevens Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (5) (1) (0) Adopted Councilman Councilwoman None Mealy, Justice Doherty Stevens, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Suess, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2026-667 Acknowledge Retirement of Brian McNamara WHEREAS, the Town of Southold has received notification on July 30, 2026 from the NYS Retirement System concerning the retirement of Brian McNamara effective August 15, 2026 now therefore be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby acknowledges the retirement of Brian McNamara from the position of Police Officer for the Police Department, effective August 15, 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. 2026-668 Attend Conference-DPW RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to Kariane Chew to attend a NYSAMPO conference on October 21 st& 22nd, 2026. All expenses for registration to be a legal charge to the 2026 budget(A1620-547225, Meetings & 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. 2026-669 Southold Schools Athletic Association 5k- October 31, 2026 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to the Southold School Athletic Association to use certain roads for their 5k Race in Southold, New York on Saturday, October 31st, 2026, start time 8:00 AM,route for the 5K: beginning at the Elementary School parking lot onto Oaklawn Avenue to Route 25, east to Youngs Avenue, to Calves Neck Road, to Harper Road, to Hill Road, to Wells Ave, back to Oaklawn Avenue, to Pine Neck Road to Main Bayview Road to Main Road, to Jockey Creek Drive back onto the Southold School property,provided the applicant meets all the requirements as listed in the Town's Policy for Special Events on Town Properties. The fees, with the exception of the clean-up deposit, shall be waived. The applicant is to contact Chief Grattan to arrange traffic details as soon as possible. A certificate of insurance needs to be filed with the Town Clerk's office before the event. 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. 2026-670 2026 Budget Modification - Town Clerk RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026 General Fund, Whole Town budget as follows: From: A1410-541170 Books/Research Materials $ 1,321.90 To: A1680-528110 Workstation/Server Periph $ 1,321.90 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. 2026-671 Police Department- 2026 Training Request RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the Southold Town Police Command Staff to participate in a webinar 'Understanding Garrity and Administrative Compelled Statements" on September 8th, 2026. Registration fee for this course will be a legal charge to the 2026 General Fund Whole Town Budget line A3120-547220 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. 2026-672 Accept Resignation of Brian Noncarrow RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation of Brian Noncarrow from the position of Traffic Control Officer effective close of business August 2, 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. 2026-673 Accepts Resignation of Kristopher Swetland RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation of Kristopher Swetland from the position of Traffic Control Officer effective close of business July 12, 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. 2026-674 Accept Resignation of Stephen Johnson RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation of Stephen Johnson from the position of Traffic Control Officer effective close of business July 26, 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. 2026-675 Police Department Surplus Equipment RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby declares the following equipment as surplus: - 2015 Ford Taurus Interceptor VIN# 1FAHP2MK9FG200449 (Asset#4638) -(2) Honda 250 HP Boat Motors Serial #'s BBNJ-1011575 & BBNJ8000226 Be it further RESOLVED that the Town Board authorizes and directs the Police Department to advertise for the sale of these items in the magazine and online with 'Auctions International.' 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. 2026-676 FIFD 8/3 Meeting Resolution Ratifications 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 8/3/2026, as follows: FIFD Resolution # 2026-083 Warrant 2026-084 Minutes 2026-086 Contract Professional Services 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. 2026-677 2027 Youth Sports and Education Opportunity Grant RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr., to submit an Application and related documents with the County of Suffolk for the 2027 Youth Sports and Education Opportunity Grant in the potential amount of$50,000 for the term of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, all in accordance with the approval of 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. 2026-678 Assessor's Office Training Seminar RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the training request for the Assessor's Office to attend the Custom RPSv4 Reports Seminar via Zoom on August 21, 2026. A legal expense to be charged to the Assessor's Office. 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. 2026-679 Extension of North Fork Animal Welfare League contract RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. I-rupski, Jr., to execute an agreement extending the contract with the North Fork Animal Welfare League, as first extended from March 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026, and now further extended through October 31, 2026, at a rate of$24,801.75 per month, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney,budget line A3510-540450. 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. 2026-680 Accept Donation—Rheem Energy Star HVAC system WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold,pursuant to New York Agriculture and Markets law, is required to provide Animal Shelter services for the Town of Southold, which includes proper shelter, proper ventilation, temperature controls, and other standards; and WHEREAS, the Town Board also agrees to be responsible for the mechanicals at the shelter, to include, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services (HVAC). The current HVAC system installed at the Animal Shelter has become unreliable and the Town Board finds this to be an emergency as the shelter has to have the proper ventilation and air conditioning at this time of year; and WHEREAS, Starzee Mechanical, a vendor the Town uses and is a certified dealer, has offered to donate a used Rheem Energy Star HVAC system(10 year warranty with six years left) to the Town; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold will pay Starzee Mechanical for the installation of said HVAC system, which said installation by dealer is industry standard; and WHEREAS, the Town Board deems it in the best public interest that the Town of Southold accepts the donation for purposes of proper maintenance of the Animal Shelter due to this emergency now, therefore, be it RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the donation of the HVAC system and agrees to pay Starzee Mechanical for the emergency installation, subject to the approval of the Town Attorney and budget line A1620.546550. 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. 2026-681 2026 Budget Modification -Insurance Reimbursement (DPW) RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: Increase Revenues: AO-426800 Insurance Recoveries $5,165.65 Total $5,165.65 Increase Appropriations: A1620-546200 Public Works, Building Maint/Repairs $5,165.65 Total $5,165.65 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. 2026-682 2026 Budget Modification -ARPA- Greenport Fire District RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the General Fund Whole Town 2026 Budget as follows: Increase Revenues: AO-440890 ARPA Funding $557.60 Total: $557.60 Increase Appropriations: A8989-547980 Pass Through Grant Funds $557.60 Total: $557.60 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. 2026-683 Administrative Vacation Time WHEREAS, the Town of Southold Administrative Employee Handbook provides for certain benefits to administrative employees, including vacation time off; and WHEREAS, the benefit provides that unused vacation time in excess of 12 days will be paid out, unless a resolution is adopted by the Town Board to authorize the carry-over of such days; now therefore be it RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes a carry-over of excess vacation days for Employee 7103. 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. 2026-684 2026 Budget Modification -HRC RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026 General Fund Whole Town budget as follows: From• A6772-541575 Small Tools/Equipment $1,321.90 Total: $1,321.90 To: A1680-528110 Workstation/Server Periph $1,321.90 Total: $1,321.90 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. 2026-685 Lightpath agreement extension RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute an extension of a portion of the Service Agreement between the Town of Southold and Cablevision Lightpath, Inc. regarding the Town's data, voice and internet connectivity, specifically in regard to E-LAN, for 30 (thirty) months, at a cost of$3,897.00,per month, all in accordance with the Town Attorney. 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. 2026-686 Amend Resolution 2026-642 - 2026 Summer Staff-Beaches Hires RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby amend resolution 2026- 642 as follows: RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints the following 2026 seasonal summer staff for the period Ju4y-N July 8 - September 10 pending successful background search, certification completion, and Civil Service review if applicable, as follows: Senior Lifeguard Hourly Salary 1. Tanner Vaccarella(1st year) $21.83 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. 2026-687 Approve Resolution Number 2026-085 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ratifies and approves Resolution Number 2026-085 of the Fishers Island Ferry District, adopted August 3, 2026, which reads as follows: WHEREAS Frederick Stanley has performed with merit in the duties of a full-time deckhand, and WHEREAS the manager has recommended that said deckhand's wages be increased Therefore, it is RESOLVED that Frederick Stanley's hourly wage be increased from $20.00 per hour to $21.00 per hour with effect August 13, 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. 2026-688 New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL),public agencies are required to designate a person or body to hear and determine appeals regarding the denial of access to public records under Public Officers Law § 89(4)(a); and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold is currently designated as the FOIL Appellate Body for the Town; and WHEREAS, to streamline administrative efficiency and ensure specialized legal oversight in evaluating complex records disclosure appeals, the Town Board desires to transfer the authority to hear and determine such appeals to the Office of the Town Attorney; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints the Southold Town Attorney, Benjamin F. Johnson, as the official FOIL Appeals Officer for the Town of Southold; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Appeals Officer is fully authorized and directed to hear,review, and issue final determinations on all written FOIL appeals within the ten(10) business days' timeframe mandated by New York State Law; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Southold Town Clerk's Office and the Town Records Management Officer are hereby directed to update all relevant public forms, applications, and town websites to reflect that subsequent FOIL appeals must be directed in writing to: Benjamin F. Johnson, Esq. Southold Town Attorney Southold Town Hall Annex 54375 Route 25 P.O. Box 1179 Southold, New York 11971 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this designation shall take effect immediately and shall remain in effect until otherwise amended by a subsequent resolution of this Board. 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. 2026-689 Amend Resolution 2026-613 - Enact LL Change of Zone-Pickett Power RESOLVED,that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby amends Resolution No. 2026-613, adopted July 14, 2026, to read in its entirety as follows: WHEREAS, there has been presented to the Town Board of the Town of Southold, Suffolk County,New York, on the 16th day of June 2026, a Local Law entitled "A Local Law to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Southold by Changing the Zoning Designation identified on the Suffolk County Tax Map as Lot#1000-012-2-6.013, The Fishers Island Waste Management District,Fishers Island, from R-120 to Light Industrial(LI)"; and WHEREAS, in the project narrative, the applicant has stated that the only use in the Light Industrial zoning district that is requested is a commercial solar energy facility, along with the ability in the future, subject to further review and approvals, to add complementary battery energy storage; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold held a duly noticed 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, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act(SEQRA), acting as lead agency, granted a negative declaration at the June 16, 2026 public hearing; and WHEREAS, the SEQRA Negative Declaration was based on the restriction of uses allowed in the Light Industrial zoning district to commercial solar energy production only, with the location on and next to the capped landfill outside the wetlands on site; and WHEREAS, the restrictions upon the uses permitted on the subject property, as set forth herein, are integral components of the action as proposed and reviewed by the Town Board acting as lead agency, and are not conditions imposed to avoid or mitigate an otherwise significant adverse environmental impact; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold found this application to be consistent with the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program at its June 16, 2026 public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold finds that this change of zone is made in accordance with a comprehensive plan as required by Town Law §263, and is consistent with the goals and policies of the Town's Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the Southold Town Planning Board, in its memo dated June 15, 2026, recommended this change of zone be approved for the purpose of solar energy production because it is a beneficial use of a capped landfill; and WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold referred the Local Law to the Suffolk County Planning Commission, and at the time of the public hearing those comments were not received, and the hearing was held open to receive the comments; and WHEREAS, the Suffolk County Planning Commission has issued its report regarding the proposed Local Law after a public hearing, approving the proposed Local Law subject to four conditions: (1) should the zoning be approved and a site plan for a solar energy array be submitted, the plans would be subject to Suffolk County Planning Commission review; (2) approval of a special exception must be obtained before the plan can be approved, subject to review by the Suffolk County Planning Commission; (3) the applicant should provide a "proof of concept letter" from the local utility company acknowledging that the solar farm will be interconnected to the utility grid to sell electricity to the public utility; and(4) any application must be accompanied by a decommissioning plan; now therefor be it RESOLVED,the Town Board of the Town of Southold, having considered the report and recommendation of the Suffolk County Planning Commission, hereby adopts and incorporates the conditions recommended by the Commission, as reflected in Section 2 of this Local Law, and further finds that the Commission's recommendation that any subsequent site plan and special exception application be referred to the Commission for review is satisfied by operation of General Municipal Law §239-m at those subsequent stages of review; and be it further RESOLVED,that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby ENACTS the proposed Local Law entitled"A Local Law to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Southold by Changing the Zoning Designation identified on the Suffolk County Tax Map as Lot#1000- 012-2-6.013, The Fishers Island Waste Management District, Fishers Island, from R-120 to Light Industrial (LI)." LOCAL LAW OF 2026 Section 1. Purpose. The purpose of this Local Law is to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Southold to provide a location on Fishers Island for commercial solar energy production, to enhance access to alternative energy, in accordance with the Town's Comprehensive Plan and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program,by changing the zoning designation of the property identified on the Suffolk County Tax Map as Lot#1000-012-2- 6.013 to a zoning district that will allow that use. Section 2. Code Amendment. The Zoning Map of the Town of Southold is hereby amended by changing the zoning designation of the parcel known as SCTM #1000-012-2-6.013 from R-120 to Light Industrial (LI), subject to the following conditions: 1. The only permitted uses allowed on the subject property are commercial solar energy production, with a possible future complementary battery energy storage system (BESS) allowed only if it meets any and all standards and regulations enacted by the Town of Southold for BESS, including being subject to any moratoria on BESS, and including the possibility that BESS may not be allowed at all by Town regulations. a. A covenant containing this condition, in a form approved by the Town Attorney and running with the land so as to bind the owner's successors and assigns, must be recorded in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk prior to any site plan approval by the Town Planning Board. 2. All development must be conducted within the area shown as the project area on the map entitled"Fishers Island Solar Proposed Project Area Map," dated March 24, 2026, prepared by Crawford and Associates. Minor changes to the project area may be approved by the Planning Board in its review of the special exception and site plan applications. Any such minor changes shall be limited to de minimis adjustments that do not expand the project area or the limits of disturbance shown on the aforesaid map and do not authorize any development, clearing, or encroachment within the wetlands or wetland adjacent areas. No development in the wetlands is allowed. 3. Approval of this zone change does not automatically grant approvals required by other boards. 4. As a component of any site plan and/or special exception application for the subject property, the applicant shall submit to the Town a decommissioning plan for the commercial solar energy facility. 5. As a component of any site plan and/or special exception application, the applicant shall provide a"proof of concept"letter from the local utility company acknowledging that the solar energy facility will be interconnected to the utility grid for the sale of electricity to the public utility. 6.No development or use of the subject property shall commence except upon the grant of all special exception, site plan, and other approvals required by the Town Code and applicable law, and any such application shall be referred to the Suffolk County Planning Commission to the extent required by General Municipal Law §239-m. Section 3. Effective Date. This Local Law shall take effect immediately upon its filing with the Secretary of State in accordance with Municipal Horne Rule Law §27. Motion By: Councilwoman Suess Seconded By: Councilman Mealy Motion Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent (5) (0) (1) Adopted Councilman None Justice Kate Mealy, Stevens Councilwoman Doherty, Councilwoman Smith, Councilwoman Suess, Supervisor Krupski, Jr. 2026-690 Approve Leave of Absence for Employee 3994 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves a leave of absence to employee #3994 effective August 17, 2026, through approximately August 30, 2026. 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. 2026-691 Refund- Overpayment of CPF payment RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes a refund of $10.00 to Abigail A. Wickham, PO Box 1424, Mattituck,NY 11952, due to an overpayment of a CPF payment for property#1000-35-1-25 (1500 Brecknock Road, Apt. 241). Fund Account: CMO-200601. 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. 2026-692 Town Clerks Association regional meeting and Training RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby approves the Town Clerk to attend the Regional Meeting and Educational Seminars of the New York State Association of Towns to be held on September 12-14, 2026 in Ossining, NY. All Travel Expenses to be paid on the budget line A1410-547230 and Seminar registration fees to be paid from budget line A1410-547225 (Meetings & Seminars). 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. 2026-693 Financing Affordable Housing, 2-Day Training RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to Andrea Sullivan and Mara Cerezo to attend the Economic and Community Development Financial Training Program presented by Suffolk County Economic Development and Planning at 423 Grifting Avenue, Riverhead, NY on August 19th and August 20th, 2026. All travel expenses to be legal charge to the Community Housing Fund. 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. 2026-694 2026 Budget Modification - Highway RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026 Highway Fund Part Town budget as follows: From: DB5110-541405 Steel $2,500 DB5110-546900 Other Contracted Services $3,500 TOTAL: $6,000 TO: DB5110-541425 Asphalt Patch $6,000 TOTAL: $6,000 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. 2026-695 Termination of employment RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby terminates the employment of employee #7678 effective August 11, 2026. 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. 2026-696 2026 Budget Modification - SWMD RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby modifies the 2026 Solid Waste Management District budget as follows: From: SR8160-523510 Camera/Photo Equipment $1,600 Total: $1,600 To: SR8160-541800 Maint-Facilities/Grounds $1,600 Total: $1,600 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 2026-697 SWMD- Waste Zero Contract Agreement RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes Deputy Supervisor, John Stype, to sign and execute the 2027-2028 two-year(with two (1)year mutual options to extend) contractual agreement between the Town of Southold and Waste Zero for the supply of Town Garbage Bags,pursuant to their submitted proposal of a 5% increase on August 7, 2026 subject to the approval of the Town Attorney, Budget Line SR 8160 541860 Motion By: Councilwoman Doherty 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 2026-698 Special Event 2026-17 -Maroni's Restaurant RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants Maroni Main Street, LLC Street to hold Special Event 2026-17 at Maroni Southold, located at 54195 Main Road, Southold,New York as applied for in application MS 1 a, to host a wedding on September 12, 2026, from 4pm to 1 1pm provided that they adhere to all conditions on the application,permit, the Town of Southold Policy for Special events, and the Town of Southold Noise Ordinance. This permit is subject to revocation if the applicant fails to comply with any of the conditions for approval. 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. 2026-699 Maroni Southold Use of Annex Parking Lot RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby grants permission to Maroni Main Street, LLC Street for the non-exclusive use of the Southold Town Annex Parking Lot for Special Event 2026-17 on September 12, 2026, from 4pm to I Ipm,provided that they submit a Certificate of Insurance to the Town of Southold. This permit is subject to revocation if the applicant fails to comply with any of the conditions for approval. 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. 2026-700 Amend reso 2026-219 Agreement between Town of Southold and Park Place Technologies, LLC RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby amends resolution 2026- 219, adopted at the March 10, 2026 regular meeting as follows: RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs Supervisor Albert J. Krupski, Jr. to execute the agreement between the Town of Southold and Park Place Technologies, LLC for the service, maintenance and repair of town servers and related equipment covering the period May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027, in accordance with the Quote dated February 27, 2026; Quote 1003824-1, Agreement USA-I 16165-002; for the sum not to exceed$1 5,rs v99.12; $17,836.54, to be paid out of line A1680-546830; subject to the approval of the Town Attorney. This change is due to additional equipment. 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. 2026-701 Appoint Michael Bernat Full Time Minibus Driver RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Michael Bernat to the position of a Full-Time Mini Bus Driver for the Human Resource Center, effective August 24, 2026, at a rate of$43,350.00 per annum, subject to pre-employment DOT testing requirements and background search completion. 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. 2026-702 Appoint Edward Dowling Full Time Office Assistant Zoning Board of Appeals RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby appoints Edward Dowling to the position of a Full-Time Office Assistant for the Zoning Board of Appeals, effective August 26, 2026, at a rate of$44,025.16 per annum, subject to background search completion. 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. 2026-703 Accept Resignation of Employee Number 4935 RESOLVED that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby accepts the resignation of employee number 4935 effective close of business August 12, 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. 2026-704 Support of Association of Towns Bill of Rights WHEREAS, town government provides services essential to the vitality of New York State, including but not limited to maintaining and repairing roads,protecting neighborhoods and businesses, guiding economic development, and serving as the first line of defense, communication, and safety for residents every day of the year; and WHEREAS, the 933 towns of New York State are home to more than 9.1 million New Yorkers and are diverse in population, geography, and demographics, such that decisions affecting daily life are best made at the local level by the government that best understands each community's character, challenges, and needs; and WHEREAS, the towns of New York are partners in shaping the State's future, and a true partnership between the State and its local governments will propel the New York State forward to the benefit of all New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, the New York Association of Towns has adopted a Bill of Rights articulating the core principles that should govern the relationship between the State and its towns; and WHEREAS, the Town of Southold shares and affirms those principles, namely: 1. Protection and defense of municipal home rule,recognizing that towns, as the level of government closest to the people, are best positioned to balance competing interests and make decisions that shape daily life; 2. Local control of land use and zoning, free from statewide zoning rules that override the voice of resident taxpayers and the officials they elect; 3. Freedom from unfunded mandates, so that local taxpayers are not made to bear the cost of orders imposed by State and federal authorities without the resources to carry them out; 4. Modernized transparency, accessibility, and engagement, including reform of outdated public-notice requirements that consume scarce municipal dollars on print notices often missed by the public; and 5. A meaningful voice in State decisions affecting the hometowns that towns govern, so that town government is treated as a true partner rather than an afterthought or a hurdle to clear; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED,that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby endorses and adopts the New York Association of Towns Bill of Rights and affirms its commitment to the principles set forth therein; and be it further RESOLVED,that the Town Board calls upon the Governor and the New York State Legislature to respect and uphold these principles in the enactment of legislation and the administration of State programs affecting towns; and be it further RESOLVED,that the Town Clerk is hereby directed to transmit certified copies of this resolution to the Governor of the State of New York, the Temporary President of the Senate, the Speaker of the Assembly, the State Senator(s) and Member(s) of the Assembly representing the Town of Southold, and the New York Association of Towns. 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. 2026-705 Delegation for AOT Legislation Conference WHEREAS, the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes Councilwoman Kate Stevens to attend the New York Association of Towns ("NYAOT") Legislative Conference and Meeting on September 22-23, 2026; and WHEREAS, the Town of Southold benefits from having a delegate vote on what to include in NYAOT's 2027 legislative priorities; and WHEREAS, the Town of Southold has the authority to designate any officer, employee, or representative of the town as a delegate for this meeting; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Councilwoman Kate Stevens be designated as a delegate for the 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. VII. Public Hearings VIII.Open Public Discussion Open Public Discussion on ANY TOPIC Denis Noncarrow Southold Town Clerk