Improving the Bellport Marina &🔥 Fires on the Rise

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The Bellport Waterfront Management Commission convened to deliberate future Plans. See our full summary below. Brush fires are becoming a big worry in the current drought conditions, the the news 12 story.

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Summary of Bellport Waterfront Management Commission Public Information Session

Mayor Maureen Veitch opened the session, emphasizing the importance of public input for the proposed marina project. Trustees, members of the Waterfront Commission, and project staff were recognized for their efforts in organizing the event.

The village secured a $2.8 million HUD grant in 2022, covering 75% of the costs to improve marina safety and infrastructure. The remaining 25% will be funded by the village. The grant's primary goal is to ensure safety, particularly for fire, EMS, and police boats.

The meeting served as an opportunity for the public to provide feedback on the marina's proposed redesign. Community input is critical to finalizing the design.

Attendees were guided through three stations—project goals and timeline, existing conditions, and proposed designs. Surveys were provided in hard copy and online to collect feedback.

VHB, the consulting firm, presented their qualifications. Local team members and their successful projects, such as Patchogue's Shorefront Park restoration, were highlighted as evidence of their coastal engineering expertise.

An assessment of existing conditions revealed several concerns, including deteriorated docks, safety risks near the boat launch, sediment buildup caused by ferry operations, limited electricity on docks, and accessibility challenges.

Proposed Design Plans:

- Phase 1: Install a wave attenuator to reduce wave impact and repair deteriorated walls at Osborne Park and The Rock Dock.

- Phase 2: Replace the stick dock with a floating dock and consider relocating the ferry dock to improve accessibility from parking areas.

Safety and Environmental Considerations: The design is based on extensive studies of wave action, wind conditions, and future sea level rise projections. These factors aim to ensure long-term safety and functionality.

Key Public Feedback:

- Concerns about relocating the ferry dock and safety near the boat launch.

- Suggestions for a more inclusive marina design accommodating different types of boats and improving pedestrian connections.

- Requests for additional amenities, such as reliable dock electricity.

Feedback from the session and surveys, open until November 21, will inform the final concept design. The project will move into permitting and detailed design phases in 2025, with construction anticipated to follow.

Learn about the proposed Bellport Marina redesign and share your input through the meeting recording, presentation materials, and an online survey available until November 21, 2024: Details Here.

Share your feedback by completing the online survey here before 5:00 PM on November 21st to help shape the final design.

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Community Highlights

• Join the Annual Parade and Tree Lighting on December 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM on Main Street in Bellport Village, featuring local fire departments, the Bellport Yacht Club, and Santa himself. After the parade, enjoy the tree lighting at the Bellport Village Community Center with hot chocolate, free books, and a Santa mailbox for kids. Bellport Village

• Patchogue Arts Council invites artist vendors to participate in It's A Wonderful Holiday Artist Market on December 7 & 14, 2024, from 6:00 to 10:00 PM at Toast Coffeehouse. Artists across mediums can apply by November 15 for this festive event featuring live painting, raffles, and an outdoor screening of It’s A Wonderful Life.

• The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County will host their annual Holiday Light Show at Camp Edey in Bayport, NY, on Friday and Saturday nights starting November 29, 2024. The show features an immersive half-mile walk-through with dazzling light displays, festive activities, and Santa visits, creating an enchanting holiday experience for families.

• The 15th Annual 10 Mile Brewery Run in memory of Ric Diveglio is happening on January 18, 2025, featuring a scenic route and a post-run celebration at the brewery. Learn more here.

• Ladies Night Alert! This Thursday, November 21st at 7:00 PM, join us at The Edge at Lulu’s for an unforgettable evening with live music from Original Copy and beats by DJ Curtis H. Maxwell. Enjoy amazing drink and appetizer specials while dancing the night away. Learn more here!

• Join the Tree Lighting at Bayport-Blue Point High School on Monday, December 2nd, at 5:30 PM! Enjoy Santa's arrival on a Bayport Fire Truck, festive music from the BBP High School Music Department, and complimentary hot chocolate and cookies. Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce.

• Join the Menorah Lighting at Bayport-Blue Point Chamber Park at the foot of Nicolls Road on Thursday, December 26th, at 5 PM. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with songs and treats! Bayport-Blue Point Chamber of Commerce.

• Celebrate New Businesses with Ribbon Cuttings! 

  - Join the grand opening of the new McDonald's in Blue Point on Wednesday, November 20th, at 11 AM.

  - Celebrate the opening of The Art Lounge at 650 Montauk Hwy, Suite 20, Bayport, on Saturday, November 23rd, at noon.

  Learn more here.

• Want to Volunteer? Visit LighthouseHelp.com for a list of all food distributions. If you're volunteering solo, feel free to just show up! If you're bringing others, please contact the office in advance.

• Join the DIY Holiday Ornaments Workshop at AR Workshop Patchogue on November 29th! Create custom holiday ornaments in a fun, hands-on crafting experience perfect for the season. Learn more and register here.

• Step back in time with the 90s Holiday Computer Lab event, where you can enjoy nostalgic tech, holiday crafts, and retro fun! Eventbrite

Non-Profit News

• Join the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts Virtual 5K or 10K and support local arts from anywhere! Participate anytime from October 30th to December 31, logging your distance virtually while helping raise funds for the theatre. Patchogue Theatre Virtual 5K/10K

• "A Bike Under Every Tree 2024" on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 12:00 PM at Porters on the Lane, Bellport, NY. Attendees will create a 5x7 framed beach-themed Christmas tree art using sea glass, shells, and resin. Cost is $35 per person, with proceeds supporting the Angels of Long Island Holiday Miracle Toy Drive to fund bikes for kids. Attendees are encouraged to bring beachy treasures and a smock. For reservations, text MaryGrace at 631-334-9254.

  

Local Sports

🎓 Eleven Bayport-Blue Point High School seniors celebrated their athletic commitments to Division I and II universities during a ceremony on Nov. 14. The students will pursue sports like lacrosse, softball, and track at prestigious schools including Stanford, Baylor, and Villanova. BBP Schools

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