HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB-08/20/1968-FI FISHERS ISLAND MEETING OF AUGUST 20, 1968 89
The Annual Fishers Island meeting of the Southold Town Board was held
on Tuesday,' August 20, 1968,- The meeting was held at the Fishers Island
School and was called to order by Supervisor Lester M. Albertson at
1:00 P.M. with the following present: Supervisor Albertson; Councilmen
Demarest and Valentine; Justices Clark, Edwards and Suter; Town Attorney
Tasker; and Town Clerk Richmond.
Officials of the State, County and Town and guests and residents of
Fishers Island were also present at the meeting. `
Supervisor Albertson introduced all the -State, County and Town Officials
attending the meeting.
The Fishers Island Civic Association presented the Town Board with a
list of problems confronting the residents of Fishers Island, all of
which were discussed. 'List follows :
1. The Ferry District: The Ferry District was told in 1947 that county
aid would be available to them. Are they entitled to any aid and for
what purposes?
2. Public Health Nurse: Would it be possible to reinstate a Public
Health Nurse for Fishers Island?
3. Taxes : Does the Town publish a detailed report that ould explain
where the tax monies go? Is all tax money raised on Fishers Island `
` spent on Fishers Island?
4. Highwa� Problems : Must the Superintendent of H.ghways` be notified
for a decision concerning minor highway problems, 'or is there a local
representative that can make such decisions?
5. West Harbor and Water Pollution: Is there a state or town ordinance
that prohibits "weekend" boats from putting down permanent moorings in
the Harbor, and what can be done about these boats dumping garbage
overboard and polluting the waters with sewage? One suggestion was a
Harbor Master to enforce such laws in our waters that are in existance.
Would the Town have funds available to pay for such service?
6. The Draft: The problems of boys being drafted from the Island was
mentioned, and it seems that a very high percentage come from here.
What is the percentage or quota for the county, and how does it affect
us?
7. Water Rates : The water rates have once again been increased, and it
was the feeling of many that something should be done about it. ` Would
it be possible for the county to form a water district? Could a survey
be made to see if the water system on the island is adegtate?
8. Sewage.-Disposal: 'Is there a town ordinance which prohibits improper
sewage disposal, and is_ it necessary for each property owner to have
his own adequate disposal system?
9. Debris : The streets and beaches on the island are littered with all
kinds of debris. Is it possible to hire a full-time man for the highway
department who could help to alleviate this problem? Also, is there a
town ordinance for littering? If not, could signs be erected stating a
fine for any littering?
10. Speed of boats and water skiing regulations: Is there any law or
ordinance which states how fast a boat can enter a harbor and at what
distance water skiing is to be done from the shoreline?
11. Half-torn down buildings: Is there an ordinance for unsafe buildings
which may be dangerous to health and which might cause personal injury,?
There are a few on the island located on main' roads which are heavily
populated.
At the close 'of the meeting all were invited to the Legion Hall for a
light lunch and coffee served by several ladies of -Fishers Island. A
rising vote of thanks was given by all.
Adjournment.
Albert W. Richmond '
Town Clerk