Town of Shelter Island, NY

Road closures tomorrow, Saturday, June 19th: State Route 114 will be closed between Congdon Rd and Winthrop Rd from approximately 5 PM until 6:30 PM. The remainder of the roads that the Shelter Island 10k and 5K race is run on will have rolling closures between the same hours.

Our Senior Center serves as a focal point for social, recreational and educational programs for Shelter Island residents 60 years of age and older. We provide information about available resources to senior citizen, family members and caregivers. We provide a community gathering place that offers programs to help maximize independence and quality of life. We offer assistance with the following. a. Planning for long term care or retirement concerns b. Hospice referral and co-...ordination c. Counseling on Medicare, Medicaid, and Supplementary Health Insurance d. AARP 55 Alive Driver Safety Classes e. Medical equipment borrowing program Call 631.749.1059 or visit Town website for more information about offered programs: https://www.shelterislandtown.us/senior-summary

A letter from Supervisor Siller: This week we lost two extremely dedicated members of Town government through resignation. Councilman Mike Bebon tended his resignation this morning, effective immediately. Mike brought a completely different perspective to the Town Board. His depth of knowledge, sincerity, professionalism and commitment to Town issues was unparalleled in my years of experience in Town government. Mike was a tremendous asset to the Town and he will be sorely... missed. Edward Hindin also tendered his resignation, effective immediately. Edward brought his expertise to the Planning Board as well as the Comprehensive Plan, serving in both positions as a volunteer. It was singularly through Edward’s efforts that the Comprehensive Plan Task Force was established and the entire process started. It will be very difficult for the process to continue as smoothly as it has been to date. I will not get into the reasons for their resignations. The Town Board will continue to move forward. Our two main priorities, housing and water, are still in the forefront. In the coming weeks we will be presenting proposals to address both issues. There seems to have been some confusion, but it should be noted that the Task Force, and not the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) is tasked with managing the process on behalf of the Town Board. The role of the CPAC is purely advisory to the Task Force. The CPAC was created to assist the Task Force and is one of many ways in which citizen input is sought. There have also been or will be surveys, focus groups (workshops), consultations with town committees and departments and conversations with community organizations and local businesses. With the resignations of Mike Bebon and Edward Hindin from the Comprehensive Plan Task Force, the Town Board has decided to suspend further work on the Comprehensive Plan until such time as the Task Force can be reconstituted or reconfigured. The Town Board recognizes the work and momentum that has been achieved thus far and anticipates restarting as soon as possible.

RULES OF THE ROAD: MOTORISTS -> Obey posted speed limits -> Watch for cyclists, joggers, pedestrians and children playing -> Share the road

Public Comment Welcome on Draft Vision Statement - Values and Principals An update to the Comprehensive Plan Draft Vision Statement has been added to the Comprehensive Plan page of the Shelter Island Town Website in English and Spanish: https://www.shelterislandtown.us/comprehensive-plan-update... The Update includes a Statement of Values and Principles, which together with the Vision Statement will guide the on-going development and implementation of the Comprehensive Plan Update recommendations. Islanders are invited to review and comment on this updated statement by participating in the public comment portion of the Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee (CPAC) meeting on Monday June 7, 2021 starting at 7:00 pm. The public comment portion of the meeting is expected to begin at 8:30 pm. Islanders may access the meeting via ZOOM or Livestream: ZOOM https://zoom.us/j/97846368863 Meeting ID: 978 4636 8863 Passcode: 043127 LIVESTREAM https://townhallstreams.com/stream.php Islanders may also comment on the updated document using the public comment button on the Comprehensive Plan page: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfdxgHQA8Kgi0FiP5/viewform or by emailing [email protected] or [email protected] The Draft Vision Statement describes Shelter Island in 2030 as a welcoming island community with a diverse mix of year-round and summer residents from all walks of life. It describes Shelter Island 2030 as a family-friendly and aging-friendly community, with a balanced year-round and seasonal economy, a regional leader in environmental stewardship, with safe access to important features of the Island, and a responsive, transparent, and accountable Town Government. The Values and Principles Statements amplify the importance of preserving the Islands character and environment, the inclusiveness of the Shelter Island community, stewardships of our environment, support of local business and accountable and effective government and community services, and data driven cost effective decision making. It also emphasizes sustainability and resilience, economic viability, community diversity and a partnership between government, residents and community institutions, and other communities to achieve the Vision for Shelter Island 2030. On reviewing and recommending approval of the Draft Vision statement, one member of the CPAC noted that the Vision Statement described the "community she want to live in, according to Project Director Edward Hindin. CONTACT: Edward Hindin [email protected]

Winter Storm QUADE Snow Emergency As of Sunday 2-7-2021 starting at 6 AM, till Monday 2-8-2021 ending at 6 AM (24 hrs.), Highway Superintendent Brian Sherman has declared a Snow Emergency for the Town of Shelter Island. ... This Snow Emergency is being declared due to weather conditions being forecasted and occurring such that the accumulation of snow, freezing rain, sleet, or ice on any roadway will render vehicle travel potentially hazardous and necessitate snow removal operations or such other remediation efforts to address a winter storm Therefore, All Non-Emergency vehicle traffic should remain off the roads. Vehicles parked along roadways should be moved to private property to enhance Highway plowing efforts. Vehicles parked in the Heights district should observe snow emergency parking restrictions. Contact HPOC office for additional details. 631-749-0139 Electrical Outages should be directed to PSEG call center 800-490-0075 Electrical Emergencies such as downed poles and live wires - residents should call 911.

The Town of Shelter Island seeks applicants to fill several vacancies on Committees within the Town. The Following Committees have vacancies at this time: Community Housing Conservation Advisory Council... Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board Taylor’s Island Preservation and Management Committee Applicants should apply to the Town Clerk’s Office: PO Box 1549 Shelter Island , N.Y. 11964 or by email [email protected] Please include a resume.

Shelter Island Town Green Committee reusable cotton tote bags are now available at Town Hall. The $5 purchase price goes back into a rolling fund for more green initiatives. Look inside the bag for more information about the committee and follow us on Instagram @town_of_shelter_island_ny for green tips, ongoing news, and upcoming events.

From Newsday: CVS Health said its pharmacies, including Mattituck, expects to receive COVID-19 vaccine doses starting Feb. 11. Register in advance via CVS.com Also, Dr. Potter alerted the Town Board that there was a POD to be run by Stonybrook on Thursday, February 4, for individuals 65 and older. However, at this time the 300 spots are already filled. You can put your name on a list at the Senior Center and also continue to click on the link for when future doses become available. https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties

Winter Storm ORLENA Snow Emergency As of Monday 2-1-2021 at 12 AM through Tuesday 02-02-2021 at 12 AM (24 hrs.) the Highway Superintendent Brian Sherman has declared a Snow Emergency for the Town of Shelter Island. This Snow Emergency is being declared due to weather conditions being forecasted and occurring such that the accumulation of snow, freezing rain, sleet, or ice on any roadway will render vehicle travel potentially hazardous and necessitate snow removal operation...s or such other remediation efforts to address a winter storm Therefore, All Non-Emergency vehicle traffic should remain off the roads. Vehicles parked along roadways should be moved to private property to enhance Highway plowing efforts. Vehicles parked in the Heights district should observe snow emergency parking restrictions. Contact HPOC office for additional details. 631-749-0139 Electrical Outages should be directed to PSEG call center 800-490-0075 Electrical Emergencies such as downed poles and live wires - residents should call 911.

Find out more about vaccination schedule: https://www.shelterislandtown.us/covid19vaccinationschedule

Winter Storm GAIL Snow Emergency As of Today 12-16-2020 at noon through tomorrow 12-17-2020 at noon, Highway Superintendent Brian Sherman has declared a snow emergency for the Town of Shelter Island. ... All Non-Emergency vehicle traffic should remain off the roads. Vehicles parked along roadways should be moved to private property to enhance Highway plowing efforts. Vehicles parked in the Heights should observe snow emergency parking restrictions. Contact HPOC office for additional details. 631-749-0139 Electrical Outages should be directed to PSEG call center 800-490-0075 Electrical Emergencies such as downed poles and live wires - residents should call 911.

Check out Councilman Bebon's presentation about Community Choice Aggregation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2020 In response to increased rates of COVID-19 transmission in the United States and other countries, and to protect New York State’s (NYS) successful containment of COVID-19, NYS has issued a travel advisory for anyone entering NYS from a non-bordering state or traveled internationally from a country designated under a CDC level 2 (moderate risk) or 3 (high-risk) COVID-19 travel health notice.... All travelers coming to NYS from areas beyond the border states (NJ, CT, PA, MA, VT) must fill out the NYS Traveler Health Form. Travelers must quarantine for 14 days from the last day in a non-border state or another country, unless the traveler meets certain criteria to test out of the mandatory 14-day quarantine: For travelers who were out-of-state for more than 24 hours: Travelers must obtain a test within three days of departure, prior to arrival in New York. The traveler must, upon arrival in New York, quarantine for three days. On day 4 of their quarantine, the traveler must obtain another COVID test. If both tests come back negative, the traveler may exit quarantine early upon receipt of the second negative diagnostic test. For travelers who were out-of-state for less than 24 hours: The traveler does not need a test prior to their departure from the other state and does not need to quarantine upon arrival in New York State. However, the traveler must fill out the NYS Traveler Medical Form upon entry into New York State, and take a COVID diagnostic test 4 days after their arrival in New York. Essential workers will continue to be exempt. For general inquires call the Hotline at: 1-888-364-3065. To file a report of an individual failing to adhere to the quarantine pursuant to the travel guidelines call 1-833-789-0470. CDC Level 2 or Level 3 Health Notice country: https://www.cdc.gov//2019-ncov/travelers/map-and-travel-no Electronic NYS Travelers Health Form: https://forms.ny.gov//Welcome-to-New-York-State-Traveler-H

SHELTER ISLAND RECEIVER OF TAXES-1ST HALF TAXES ARE DUE JANUARY 10, 2021 Tax bills will be mailed on or about December 7. You should receive a bill no later than December 15th of each year. If you do not receive your bill by that date, you should contact the Tax Office at (631) 749-3338 COVID-19 PREVENTION- 2020-2021 PAYMENT OPTIONS:... Pay taxes online https://egov.basgov.com/shelterisland/ (E-check $1.75, credit card 2.45%). Pay taxes by phone with live agents 1-888-877-0450. Mail your payment (postmark date is used to determine your payment date). Drop your payment in the black Drop Box at the front entrance to Assessor/Tax Receiver office. Pay taxes in-person by appointment [email protected] See more

NOTICE: Due to the rising COVID-19 cases all Boards and Committees meetings, including Town Board, will be conducted via Zoom ONLY, until further notice. No in-person attendance is allowed for any Town meetings. Contact Board/Committee Clerk for the meeting details: [email protected] for the Town Board... [email protected] for the Zoning Board of Appeals, Planning Board, WAC and WMAC [email protected] for CHB, CPFAB, CAC, WQIAB and Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee [email protected] for Deer & Tick Committee See more