EASTERN LONG ISLAND CHAPTER ARCHIVES
The Eastern Long Island Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation is capping off it's summer 2006 activities by participating in the National Paddle for Clean Water on Saturday, September 9. Our paddle will take place at Ditch Plains Beach in Montauk. We will gather at 9:00 a.m. and paddle out at 10:00 a.m. The National Paddle for Clean Water is done in an effort to bring attention to the ongoing degradation of our coasts and oceans. Read more...
It has been a busy summer for the Eastern Long Island Chapter of Surfrider:
On Saturday, August 6, the Eastern Long Island Chapter of Surfrider Foundation held dual beach clean ups -- one in Southampton Village and one in Montauk. Surfrider wanted to make certain that every one knows that surfers respect the beach. Read more...
Long Island Surfrider chapter co-chairman, Bob Casper organized a 3-pronged beach cleanup that included Camp Hero State Park, East Hampton Town Nature Preserve at Turtle Cove, and Montauk Point State Park. The Montauk Point clean-up was held on August 16, 2003 with many members and non-members pitching in.. Read more...
Surf Movie Night I (2003)
The Long Island Chapter was the beneficiary of a Surf Movie Fund Raiser evening planned and organized by cinematographer and noted photographer Michael Halsband. With Michael’s recent film “Surf Movie: Reels 1-14” as the cornerstone of the event, 400 surf movie fans enjoyed an evening of films, raffles, and entertainment. The proceeds of the August evening will be used to help fund chapter activities that focus on preserving beach access on Long Island. Read more...
Turtle Cove - Parking Access
UPDATE* - May 4, 2004 - The fence is back...
The Town of East Hampton is allowing vehicular access to a fragile coastal area. This violates Federal guidelines for the use of the land and provides marginal benefit due to the rugged access and limited parking.
Surfrider Long Island recommends use of the New York State Parking field and a foot-trail to gain access to the area. This two-minute walk is a much better alternative.
UPDATE* - May 4, 2004 - Surfing legal - with restriction... click for details
Camp Hero State Park near Montauk Point, is home to some fickle, yet powerful pointbreaks. There is however one small problem. Surfing is illegal in this and other New York State Parks in Montauk. There really is no good reason for this restriction.
UPDATE* - May 4, 2004 - Dunehampton defeated ...click for details
The Dunehampton group just recently filed a lawsuit naming everyone who wrote in or spoke out against them at recent hearings. Named in the suit are Surfrider representative Bill Lucey, our spokesman in this issue, Surfrider member Bruce Lieberman, Scott Cullen of The Nature Conservancy, and of course Sothampton Town. This is a perfect example of the kind of issue that the Surfrider Foundation must be outspoken about.
An attempt to subvert coastal restrictions
Prompted by the creation of the environmentally irresponsible Village of Westhampton Dunes, homeowners along Southamptons' ocean shore between Wainscott and Southampton Village are trying to create their own village. Named Dunehampton, they are trying to circumvent new coastal legislation which is clearly good for the coastline, but potentially threatens their expensive beachfront homes over the long term.
Montauk Point Lighthouse Revetment Discussion
UPDATE* - May 4, 2004 - Debate Continues.....
After a year of dialogue with the A.C.E., The Corps has stated that some modifications in the design of the project may be made. Tim Maddux,Coastal Engineer on Surfriders Environmental Issues Team, refuted with scientific common sense, the Corps statement that the proposed structure would not adversely affect the two adjacent surfspots. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement, which was due almost a year ago, has still not been released. This is probably due to the Corps budget being slashed by Congress. If and when the D.E.I.S. is released, there will be a public meeting, and comment period.
The Army Corps of Engineers had intended to rebuild the entire stone revetment surrounding the Montauk Point Lighthouse. Our chapter has been asked for input by the Corps. Our main concern is that no harmful effects, especially reflection and refraction waves (backwash) come to any of the adjacent surf spots. We will continue to keep you posted as information becomes available......
Environmental Protection Agency - EIS for Dredged Material Disposal Sites on LI
Bill Turselino was able to attend the hearing on December 10, 2003 and present the Surfrider prospective.
"We (Surfrider) are opposed to designation of dredged material disposal sites anywhere in the Long Island Sound or the open ocean. The research presented in the draft EIS is essentially a snapshot of damage already done to a once vibrant benthic and pelagic ecology. Designating permanent disposal sites will guarantee that alternatives to open water dumping will not be actively pursued nor ever become an economically viable alternative. If dredged material is not suitable for beneficial re-use then it should be removed from the ecosystem." Rep. Bishop entered an opposing statement as did many others.
This EIS has been in the works for a long time. Kind of like a lot of confusing scientific goo to justify a decision that has already been made. The reps from Connecticut seemed all for it.... even brought up the threat of oil spills if channels aren't dredged. Seems the battle is taking a NY vs. CT flavor. Seems CT has huge "dredge the toxic harbors and dump it in the LI Sound" plans. Lieberman sent a lame letter of support for dredging. The most persuasive statements were all opposed.
Surfrider thanks Bill for his efforts and a great job on behalf of the entire chapter. It is people like you taking the time and effort to work within the system to make a difference, who give our chapter credibility and clout.
Army Corps of Engineers - Current Long Island Projects
The New York District of the Army Corps of Engineers is planning to deal with erosion issues along the entire South Shore of Long Island. Some plans are in process and others are in the formulative stages. Our chapter has begun a dialogue with the Corps on these projects. At the same time the N.Y.C. Chapter of Surfrider is currently involved with the Long Beach area. Click on the links below to view some of these projects. If you are interested in being a chapter representative or forming a committee for this issue, please contact us.
Army Corps of Engineers - Fire Island to Montauk Point Study (FIMP)
Army Corps of Engineers - Montauk Point Storm Drainage Reduction Study
Army Corps of Engineers - Moriches Inlet Maintenance Dredging
Offshore Wind Power Plants
Proposals currently on the table call for the construction of hundreds of windmills off of our coastline. Surfider Long Island policy on this issue is currently being discussed. Please contact eugene@surfriderli.org with your input....
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UPDATE* - May 4, 2004 - Debate Continues..... After a year of dialogue with the A.C.E., The Corps has stated that some modifications in the design of the project may be made. Tim Maddux,Coastal Engineer on Surfriders Environmental Issues Team, refuted with scientific common sense, the Corps statement that the proposed structure would not adversely affect the two adjacent surfspots. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement, which was due almost a year ago, has still not been released. This is probably due to the Corps budget being slashed by Congress. If and when the D.E.I.S. is released, there will be a public meeting, and comment period. The Army Corps of Engineers had intended to rebuild the entire stone revetment surrounding the Montauk Point Lighthouse. Our chapter has been asked for input by the Corps. Our main concern is that no harmful effects, especially reflection and refraction waves (backwash) come to any of the adjacent surf spots. We will continue to keep you posted as information becomes available...... |
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Environmental Protection Agency - EIS for Dredged Material Disposal Sites on LI
Bill Turselino was able to attend the hearing on December 10, 2003 and present the Surfrider prospective.
"We (Surfrider) are opposed to designation of dredged material disposal sites anywhere in the Long Island Sound or the open ocean. The research presented in the draft EIS is essentially a snapshot of damage already done to a once vibrant benthic and pelagic ecology. Designating permanent disposal sites will guarantee that alternatives to open water dumping will not be actively pursued nor ever become an economically viable alternative. If dredged material is not suitable for beneficial re-use then it should be removed from the ecosystem." Rep. Bishop entered an opposing statement as did many others.
This EIS has been in the works for a long time. Kind of like a lot of confusing scientific goo to justify a decision that has already been made. The reps from Connecticut seemed all for it.... even brought up the threat of oil spills if channels aren't dredged. Seems the battle is taking a NY vs. CT flavor. Seems CT has huge "dredge the toxic harbors and dump it in the LI Sound" plans. Lieberman sent a lame letter of support for dredging. The most persuasive statements were all opposed.
Surfrider thanks Bill for his efforts and a great job on behalf of the entire chapter. It is people like you taking the time and effort to work within the system to make a difference, who give our chapter credibility and clout.
Army Corps of Engineers - Current Long Island Projects
The New York District of the Army Corps of Engineers is planning to deal with erosion issues along the entire South Shore of Long Island. Some plans are in process and others are in the formulative stages. Our chapter has begun a dialogue with the Corps on these projects. At the same time the N.Y.C. Chapter of Surfrider is currently involved with the Long Beach area. Click on the links below to view some of these projects. If you are interested in being a chapter representative or forming a committee for this issue, please contact us.
Army Corps of Engineers - Fire Island to Montauk Point Study (FIMP)
Army Corps of Engineers - Montauk Point Storm Drainage Reduction Study
Army Corps of Engineers - Moriches Inlet Maintenance Dredging
Offshore Wind Power Plants
Proposals currently on the table call for the construction of hundreds of windmills off of our coastline. Surfider Long Island policy on this issue is currently being discussed. Please contact eugene@surfriderli.org with your input....
