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ASHAROKEN GOVERNMENT:

These pages detail various aspects of the Village of Asharoken Government. You can get information on the services provided by Asharoken, the various village committees and efforts underway, read and print out permit applications, and more. There are also links to our County, State and Federal governments and elected officials. Click the buttons on the right above to select a category.
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 2024: (scroll down to see previous years)
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing
October 21

On Monday, October 21 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
LEGAL NOTICE: Special Meeting
October 17

The Board of Trustees will hold a Special Meeting at noon on Thursday, October 17 at Village Hall to pass a resolution allowing the Village to apply for a Justice Court Assistance Program grant.
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing:
Amendments to Village Noise Ordinance
October 1

A public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, October 1 at 6:30pm to solicit comments on updates to Proposed Local Law #3 for 2024: Noise:
CANCELLED: ZBA Public Hearing:
September 16

The Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals public hearing, previously scheduled for Monday, September 16 at 6:30pm to consider two applications, has been CANCELLED.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
August 19

On Monday, August 19 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application.
Updates from the Village Clerk:

June 21, 2024

  • Village taxes are due and payable through July 1st without penalty. As of July 2nd there is a 5% penalty and 1% interest for every month thereafter.
  • The Village of Asharoken would like to thank Ted McCarthy Landscaping for the donation and planting of the beautiful flowers on Village Hall grounds.
  • Village Hall can be used as a cooling center if any residents are in need. Please contact Village Hall at 631-261-7098 during business hours or the Police at 631-261-7400.
  • Village Hall will be a polling place for the primary election on Tuesday, June 25.
Michelle Glennon
Village Clerk
Village Election Results:

Results of the election held on June 18:

Gregory Letica — Mayor  67
 
Melvin Ettinger — Trustee  64
Laura R. Burke — Trustee  66
 
Write-ins  0
LEGAL NOTICE:
Village Election June 18

The General Village Election for officers will be held on June 18, 2024 at Village Hall from noon to 9pm. Absentee ballots are available at Village Hall. The candidates are:

Mayor, 2 year term:
  • Gregory D. Letica
Trustee, 2 seats, 2 year term:
  • Laura Rittenhouse Burke
  • Melvin A. Ettinger
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
May 20

On Monday, May 20 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application.
Update Regarding Bevin Road Paving

May 15, 2024

Milling has been completed but due to the instability in tomorrow's weather we will be paving on Friday.

The guidelines remain the same.

Friday May 17th we will begin paving Bevin Road, starting at the corner of Bevin East, at 9am expect this to take 5 or more hours.

Bevin Road will be closed behind the paving crew, until they complete at the corner of Bevin and Asharoken Avenue. Residents in front of the paving crew will be able to get in and out until the paving reaches their home.

Please plan accordingly:
  • Plan on not traveling from approximately 9am to 5pm on Friday the 17th while paving.
  • Coordinate with a neighbor closer to Asharoken Avenue to park in their driveway if you need more flexibility.
  • Impacted residents may also park at the sound side of the seawall before and during the paving. Obviously space is limited so be courteous and flexible.
Any questions or concerns please contact me vie email at ijablonski@aharokenny.org or call my cell at 917-774-4000.

Ian Jablonski
Trustee and Deputy Police Commissioner
Important Notice Regarding Bevin Road Paving

May 8, 2024

Residents of Bevin, Bevin East, Bevin West, Kew, and Pheasant,

We are scheduled to pave Bevin Road from Asharoken Avenue to the corner of Bevin East on May 15th and May 16th weather permitting.

We will be milling the road on Wednesday during the second half of the day. Bevin will remain open during milling but expect delays.

Thursday May 16th we will begin paving Bevin Road, starting at the corner of Bevin East, at 9am. Expect this to take 5 or more hours.

Bevin Road will be closed behind the paving crew, until they complete at the corner of Bevin and Asharoken Avenue. Residents in front of the paving crew will be able to get in and out until the paving reaches their home.

Please plan accordingly:
  • Plan for delays Wednesday the 15th during the second half of the day while the road is being milled.
  • Plan on not traveling from approximately 9am to 5pm on Thursday the 16th while paving.
  • Coordinate with a neighbor closer to Asharoken Avenue to park in their driveway if you need more flexibility.
Impacted residents may also park at the sound side of the seawall before and during the paving. Obviously, space is limited so be courteous and flexible.

Any questions or concerns please contact me via email at ijablonski@aharokenny.org or call my cell at 917-774-4000.

Ian Jablonski
Trustee and Deputy Police Commissioner
Public Hearing May 7

The Village will hold a public hearing during the May 7 board meeting to solicit comments on the annual MS4 storm water report:
LEGAL NOTICE:
Budget Hearing April 9

A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 6:30pm regarding the tentative budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
LEGAL NOTICE:
2024-2025 Assessment Roll

The completed and final assessment roll for the Village was filed on March 20.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
March 18

On Monday, March 18 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider four applications.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Request for Proposals,
Road Paving and Striping

The Village is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified entities for the paving and striping of a portion of Asharoken Avenue, and the paving of a portion of Bevin Road.
LEGAL NOTICE:
April Board of Trustees Meeting Date Change

Due to the Presidential Primary Election on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, the April Board of Trustees meeting has been moved to Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 6:30pm.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Request for Proposals,
Seawall Replacement & Beach Renourishment

The Village is seeking Requests for Proposals from qualified entities for the engineering design for replacement of the seawall and renourishment of the beach seaward of the wall.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Tentative Assessment Roll,
Grievance Day February 20

The tentative assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the year 2024-2025 has been filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The assessment roll may also be examined in person at Village Hall between the hours of 9am to 3pm Monday through Fridays except holidays until February 20, 2024.
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing:
Proposed Local Laws #1 & #2 for 2024
January 2

A public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, January 2 at 6:30pm to solicit comments on Proposed Local Laws #1 and #2 for 2024: Here are the Proposed Local Laws for your review:
 2023:
LEGAL NOTICE:
Draft Annual Financial Statements,
Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2023:

The Draft Annual Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2023 are now available for inspection online. A printed copy is also available for inspection at Village Hall during normal hours.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
December 18

On Monday, December 18 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Exciting News!

Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming on Sunday, December 17!

They will first travel throughout the village starting at approximately 1pm, then arrive at Village Hall around 1:30pm to greet everyone. Come enjoy apple cider, cookies and candy with Mr. & Mrs. Claus!
Message from the Village Clerk:

November 29, 2023

Dear Residents:

For those interested, samples of the Asharoken apparel can be viewed at Village Hall this week between the hours of 9am and 3pm. Please note all orders are due by Saturday, December 2. Order forms can be picked up from Village Hall. All proceeds will go to support the 2024 4th of July Fireworks.

Please be aware the sanitation truck has modified their route while road construction on Asharoken Ave. beyond Bevin Road is underway. Your regular pick-up time may be affected.

Thank you,
Michelle Glennon
Village Clerk
Proposed Revisions to Village Noise Ordinance

At the November 14 Board of Trustees meeting, there was discussion regarding the proposed revisions to the Village noise ordinance. A public hearing will be held in the coming months. Here is the final draft of the revised ordinance:
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
November 2

On Thursday, November 2 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application.
Update to Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Progress Report for the Village for the period January 1, 2020 through August 1, 2023 is now online:
Asharoken Budget for 2023-2024:

The Approved Village of Asharoken Budget for 2023-2024 is now online:
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
September 27

On Wednesday, September 27 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
Legal Notice:
NOTICE TO BIDDERS:


The Village of Asharoken is accepting bids for one 2008 Ford Crown Victoria patrol vehicle. Sealed bids will be received by the Village Clerk until Thursday, August 24 at 2pm, when they will be publicly opened and read.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
August 17

On Thursday, August 17 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application.
Message from Trustee Laura Burke:

July 12, 2023

Dear Residents,

The Village is considering amending our existing noise code which has not been updated since 1981: Currently there are no restrictions on landscaping hours or cutoff times for loud music. After reviewing many other ordinances, we are suggesting the following amendments:
  • Restrict landscaping hours (all lawn and grounds maintenance):
    • Professional landscapers:
      • Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
      • Saturday 9am-2pm
      • Sunday No activity
    • Homeowners:
      • Monday-Friday 8am-6pm
      • Saturday 9am-5pm
      • Sunday 10am-4pm
  • Loud music cutoff: 11 p.m. (same as Huntington Bay)
These suggestions are consistent with many neighboring communities. We welcome input on this before we proceed any further. Please email your comments to lburke@asharokenny.org.

Best regards,
Trustee Laura Burke
Village Election Results:

Results of the election held on June 20:

Mary P Pierce — Trustee  73
Ian Jablonski — Trustee  76
 
Write-ins:
Baily Jablonski — Trustee  1
Lida E. Labruyere — Trustee  2
X — Trustee  1
O — Trustee  1
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing:
Cablevision Franchise Renewal
June 6

A public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, June 6 at 6:30pm to solicit comments on the Proposed Franchise Renewal Agreement with Cablevision.
Public Hearing May 2

The Village will hold a public hearing during the May 2 board meeting to solicit comments on amendments to the Village fence law and the annual MS4 storm water report:
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
April 25

On Tuesday April 25 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Final Assessment Roll Filed

The completed and final assessment roll for the Incorporated Village of Asharoken has been filed and is available for inspection.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Tax Lien Sale: March 9

On Thursday, March 9, 2023, the Asharoken Village Clerk will conduct a sale of tax liens from 10am to 12 noon at Village Hall.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Grievance Day Moved to February 24

The tentative assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the year 2023-2024 has been filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The assessment roll may also be examined in person at Village Hall between the hours of 9am to 3pm Monday through Fridays except holidays until February 24, 2023.

On or before February 24, 2023 any complainants who wish may file a grievance with the Village Clerk. Grievance forms may also be obtained at Village Hall. This form should specify in what respect the assessment complained of, is incorrect. This statement must be made by the person authorized to make such a statement and who has knowledge of the facts stated therein. All completed forms (1 original and 4 copies) must be returned to the office of the Village Clerk.

NOTE: Grievance applications must be submitted to both the Village and the Town of Huntington, as each has their own grievance day. The Town of Huntington schedules their grievance day in May.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
February 13

On Monday, February 13, 2023 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
 2022:
LEGAL NOTICE: Annual Financial Statements,
Fiscal Year Ending May 31, 2022:

Trustees Special Meeting December 20

A Special Meeting of the Asharoken Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 4:30pm.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town!

Santa Claus is coming to the Village!

Santa and Mrs. Claus will making their way down Asharoken Ave. on Sunday, December 18 at 1pm. They will then stop at Village Hall to visit with the local children at approximately 1:30pm. Refreshments will be served.

Please come down and say hello!
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
November 29

On Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 6:30pm (note new time), the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
Message from the Save the Fireworks Committee:

From Carole Casamassima, Linda Letica and Jean Bonawandt:

Thank you for your generosity towards the 2022 fireworks event. We are gearing up for the 2023 Grucci Fireworks Event. Raffle books will be mailed in October, and raffle prize donations would be very much appreciated. All donations can be dropped off at Village Hall. Thank you again.
Legal Notice:
Meeting Calendar for 2023


The Asharoken Board of Trustees has set their schedule of meetings for 2023.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
October 17

On Monday, October 17, 2022 at 7:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider two applications.
Paving Projects

Village Hall to Duck Island Lane,
Entrance to Beach Plum Drive:

This work is expected to begin on June 27; expect some delays through June 29.

355 to 501 Asharoken Ave,
Shoulder along beach lots:

This work is expected to begin about July 6; again, expect some delays. The shoulder along the beach lot parking areas will be excavated to prepare for new pavement. There will be approximately 2-3 days when beach lot owners will not be able to park in this area during the repair. We appreciate your patience.
4th of July Bonfire Restrictions

In April of 2022, the Board of Trustees approved amendents to local law Chapter 70 entitled "Fire Prevention." One of the sections added was 70-4, Restrictions on Fourth of July Bonfires. Please review this section carefully and follow the restrictions during our Independence Day festivities.
Village Election Results:

Results of the election held on June 21:

Gregory Letica — Mayor  225
 
Melvin Ettinger — Trustee  200
Laura Rittenhouse Burke — Trustee  206
 
Paul Boronow — Village Justice  206
 
Write-ins:
Matthew Verdone — Mayor  19
 
Diliberto — Trustee  1
Beach Lot Jane — Trustee  1
Sank — Trustee  2
Matthew Verdone — Trustee  1
 
Sank — Village Justice  1
Matthew Verdone — Village Justice  2
TAX NOTICE:
Village Taxes due by July 1

The Tax Roll and Warrant for the Fiscal year 2022-2023, ending May 31, 2023 has been delivered to the Village Treasurer and Village Clerk of the Village of Asharoken for the purpose of collecting taxes. Village Taxes are due on or before July 1. Any payments received after July 1 will be subject to a 5% penalty, plus an additional 1% for every month thereafter.
LEGAL NOTICE: ZBA Public Hearing:
May 24

On Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 7:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider three applications:
Legal Notice:
NOTICE TO BIDDERS:


The Village of Asharoken is seeking bids for two road repair and renovation projects. Sealed bids will be received by the Village Clerk until June 1, 2022, at 2pm, when they will be publicly opened and read.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Public Hearing to Review Annual Stormwater Report:
May 3, 2022

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 6:30pm to review the required draft presentation of the MS4 Annual Stormwater Report for the year 2021-2022.
LEGAL NOTICE:
April 5 Public Hearing on Local Law 3 for 2022:
Fire Prevention

A public hearing will be held by the Asharoken Board of Trustees on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 6:30pm regarding the adoption of a Local Law 3-2022 entitled "Fire Prevention." Any interested person is entitled to be heard upon said proposed Local Law at such public hearing. Copies of said proposed Local Law are also available for review at the Clerk's Office at Village Hall.
LEGAL NOTICE:
ZBA Public Hearing March 22

On Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 7:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider one application. Click here to read the full legal notice.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Special Meeting March 8
Tentative Budget

A Special Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 4pm to present the tentative budget for May 31, 2023 to the Board of Trustees. Click here for the full legal notice.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Tax Lien Sale: March 7

On Monday, March 7, 2022, the Asharoken Village Clerk will conduct a sale of tax liens from 10am to 12 noon at Village Hall. Click here to read the full legal notice.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Final Assessment Roll

The completed and final assessment roll for the Incorporated Village of Asharoken has been filed on the 7th day of March 2022. The Final Assessment Roll is also available for review at the Clerk's Office at Village Hall.
New Village Laws

Asharoken recently added new Village laws regarding fences, trees, and more. To find these recent additions and all Village of Asharoken Code, click on "Government" above then "Village Code." To jump straight to a summary of these new laws, click here.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Grievance Day February 15

The tentative assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the year 2022-2023 has been filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The assessment roll may also be examined in person at Village Hall by appointment only until February 15, 2022: call 631-261-7098.

On February 15, 2022 between noon and 4pm the Asharoken Board of Trustees will meet in person at Village Hall to complete the tentative assessment roll and hear complaints. Any complainants who wish may file a grievance with the Village Clerk. Click here for the grievance form, which may be completed online and printed. Grievance forms may also be obtained at Village Hall.

NOTE: Grievance applications must be submitted to both the Village and the Town of Huntington, as each has their own grievance day. The Town of Huntington schedules their grievance day in May.
LEGAL NOTICE:
February 1 Public Hearing on Local Law 3 for 2022

A public hearing will be held, in-person and via teleconference by the Asharoken Board of Trustees on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at 6:30pm regarding the adoption of a Local Law 3-2022 entitled "Fire Prevention." Click here to read the full legal notice. Any interested person is entitled to be heard upon said proposed Local Law at such public hearing.

To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
Click here to read the proposed law. Copies of said proposed Local Law are also available for review at the Clerk's Office at Village Hall.
Legal Notice:
January 4 Public Hearing on Adoption of Local Laws 1, 2 for 2022

A public hearing will be held, via teleconference ONLY, by the Asharoken Board of Trustees on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 6:30pm regarding the adoption of a Local Law 1-2022 entitled "A local law authorizing a property tax levy in excess of the limit established in General Municipal Law Section 3-c." A public hearing will be held, via teleconference ONLY, by the Asharoken Board of Trustees on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 6:30pm regarding the adoption of a Local Law 2-2022 amending Chapter 80 of the Village Code of the Village of Asharoken entitled "Garbage and Recycling." Any interested person is entitled to be heard upon said proposed Local Laws at such public hearing.

To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
Copies of said proposed Local Laws are also available for review at the Clerk's Office at Village Hall.
Legal Notice:
Annual Village Election

On January 4, 2022, the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution setting the annual Village election date to June 21, 2022. It was also resolved that the offices to be filled at this election and the terms are:
  • Mayor, two years
  • Trustee, two years
  • Trustee, two years
  • Justice, four years
The polling place will be Asharoken Village Hall from noon to 9pm, subject to change.
Click here to read the full legal notice.
 2021:
LEGAL NOTICE:
ZBA Public Hearing December 21

On Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at 7:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider three applications. Click here to read the full legal notice.
Legal Notice:
NOTICE TO BIDDERS:


The Village of Asharoken is seeking bids for the purchase of its sanitation truck. Sealed bids will be received by the Village Clerk until 2pm on Monday, November 29, when they will be publicly opened and read. Click here to read the full legal notice.
Legal Notice:
Meeting Calendar for 2022


The Asharoken Board of Trustees has set their schedule of meetings for the calendar year 2022. Click here to read the full legal notice.
Update on Sanitation and Recycling Services

Barry Bradley, our sanitation operator, has retired and his last day will be October 14.

Next week the first trash pickup will be Tuesday, October 12 due to Columbus Day.

On September 28 the Village Board approved Total Collections Services, Inc. as our new sanitation collection service. Their start date will be Tuesday. October 19. The schedule for that week will be:
  • Tuesday, October 19: trash pickup
  • Wednesday, October 20: paper & cardboard recycling
  • Friday, October 22: trash pickup, plus bulk waste and scrap metal collection (maximum of 4 items combined).
A revised collection schedule will be distributed soon.
LEGAL NOTICE: Annual Financial Statements

The audited Annual Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending 5/31/2021 have been filed. The statements are also available for inspection in the Village Clerk's office.
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing Rescheduled:
Proposed Restriction Amendments to Village Tree Code
October 5

A public hearing will be held in-person on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 6:30pm via teleconference to review Local Law No. 3-2021; amending Chapter 112 of the Village Code entitled "TREES." All in-person attendees are required to wear a mask. You may also attend via call-in. To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
LEGAL NOTICE:
Special Board Meeting September 28

A Special Board Meeting will be held in-person on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 6:30pm to discuss sanitation services and other village business. Click here to read the draft agenda.

All in-person attendees are required to wear a mask.

You may also attend via call-in. To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
Click here to read the full legal notice.
Legal Notice:
NOTICE TO BIDDERS:


The Village of Asharoken is seeking bids for the collection, transportation and disposal of solid waste consisting of trash, yard waste, bulk waste, scrap metal items and dual-stream recyclables. Sealed bids will be received by the Village Clerk until 2:00 p.m. on Monday September 13, 2021, when they will be publicly opened and read. Click here to read the full legal notice.
Notice to Bidders: Boat Motor Purchase

Sealed bids will be received by the Asharoken Village Clerk until Friday, July 23, 2021, at 2:00pm when they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Receipt of bids through electronic format via email to nrittenhouse@asharokenny.org are accepted, for:

One Motor f250 NCB.

Click here for the full notice.
Village Election Results:

Results of the election held on June 15:

TWO TRUSTEES, TWO YEAR TERM:    Mary P. Pierce  71
   Ian Jablonski  68

Walk-in votes: 70
Absentee votes: 6
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing:
Proposed Restriction Amendments to Village Tree Code
June 1

A public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 6:30pm via teleconference to review Local Law No. 3-2021; amending Chapter 112 of the Village Code entitled "TREES." To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
Final 2021-2022 Assessment Roll

The final assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the year 2021-2022 has been completed. Click here to view the completed roll.
Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Plan

The final Asharoken Village Police Department Police Reform & Reinvention Collaborative Plan is now available. Click here to read the full plan.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Tax Lien Sale: March 11

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, the Asharoken Village Clerk will conduct a sale of tax liens from 10am to 12 noon at Village Hall. Click here to read the full legal notice.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Public Hearing on Fence Restrictions, Limits, and Prohibitions:
March 2

A public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, March 2 at 6:30pm via teleconference to discuss local law #2-2021 Chapter 125-10.A & Chapter 125-10.B Entitled "FENCES" and "LIVING FENCES" of the Code of the Village of Asharoken. To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
LEGAL NOTICE:
ZBA Public Hearing February 23

On Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 7:30pm the Asharoken Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider three applications. Click here to read the full legal notice.
2021/2022 Assessment Roll Grievance Applications Reviewed

On February 16, nine grievance applications were submitted for the 2021/2022 assessment roll and were reviewed. A determination was made to deny nine of the applications due to insufficient supporting documentation and incomplete information. Click here for the full minutes of the review.
LEGAL NOTICE:
Grievance Day February 16

The tentative assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the year 2021-2022 has been filed in the office of the Village Clerk. The assessment roll may also be examined in person at Village Hall by appointment only until February 16, 2021: call 631-261-7098.

On February 16, 2021 between noon and 4pm the Asharoken Board of Trustees will meet in person at Village Hall to complete the tentative assessment roll and hear complaints. Any complainants who wish may file a grievance with the Village Clerk. Click here for the grievance form, which may be completed online and printed. Grievance forms may also be obtained at Village Hall.
LEGAL NOTICE: Public Hearing:
Police Department Draft Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan
February 2

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of the Inc. Village of Asharoken on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021 at 6:30pm via teleconference (call in number is 1-866-705-2554, Guest Pass Code is 137432, follow directions). The public hearing will be held to discuss the Asharoken Village Police Department Draft Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan required by NYS Executive Order #203 requiring each local government to adopt policing reform by April 1st, 2021. Click here to review the Draft Plan.

Any interested person is entitled to be heard upon said draft Plan at such public hearing.

By order of the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Asharoken, dated January 5th, 2021.

Background Notes from the Village Clerk:

On June 12, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed Executive Order #203 requiring each local government to adopt policing reforms by April 1, 2021, that will "foster trust, fairness and legitimacy" within communities and "address any racial bias and disproportionate policing of communities of color." This is the main purpose of the New York State Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative.

In response to this Executive Order, the Incorporated Village of Asharoken has prepared the Asharoken Village Police Department Reform and Reinvention Collaborative Plan, confirming the Asharoken Police Department's dedication to the Village and the community, and to address the New York State Police Reform and Reinvention Collaborative. It also provides our Village the opportunity to once again demonstrate the police department's unyielding pledge to uphold an oath while performing its duty.

Thank you,
Nancy Rittenhouse
Village Clerk
Legal Notice:
January 5 Public Hearing on Adoption of Local Law 1 for 2021

A public hearing will be held by the Asharoken Board of Trustees on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 6:30pm via teleconference regarding the adoption of a Local Law 1-2021 entitled "A local law authorizing a property tax levy in excess of the limit established in General Municipal Law Section 3-c". Any interested person is entitled to be heard upon said proposed Local Law at such public hearing.

To join the teleconference:
  1. Call 866-705-2554
  2. Follow the directions
  3. Enter Guest Pass Code 137432
Copies of said proposed Local Law are also available for review at the Clerk's Office at Village Hall.
 2020:
Village Election Results:

Results of the election held on September 15, 2020:
  • Greg Letica for Mayor 130 votes
  •  
  • Laura Rittenhouse Burke for Trustee 129 votes
  • Melvin Ettinger for Trustee 123 votes
  •  
  • WRITE-INS:
  • William Frohlich for Mayor 1 vote
  • Barry Bradley for Trustee 2 votes
LEGAL NOTICE: Tax Assessment Roll

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the completed and final assessment roll for the Incorporated Village of Asharoken was filed on February 19, 2020 with the Village Clerk, and subject to inspection for fifteen days from the published date of this notice.

Dated: February 24, 2020
Published: February 27, 2020
Nancy Rittenhouse, Village Clerk
Village of Asharoken

 2019:
LEGAL NOTICE: Budget Hearing:
April 2

On Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 6:30pm the Asharoken Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing at Village Hall to consider the tentative fiscal year-end budget for May 31, 2020. Click here to read the full legal notice.

Village tax bills are sent out once a year. After the April 2 public hearing, and once the village budget is finalized, tax bills will be printed and mailed out by mid-May for the fiscal year June 1, 2019 through May 31, 2020.
LEGAL NOTICE: Final Assessment Roll Filed

The completed and final assessment roll for the Incorporated Village of Asharoken has been filed on February 20, 2019 with the Village Clerk and is subject to inspection for fifteen days from the date of this notice.

Dated: March 11, 2019
Published: March 14, 2019
Nancy Rittenhouse, Village Clerk
Board Of Assessment Review Meeting:

On February 19, 2019, The Asharoken Board of Assessment Review met to examine 21 grievance applications. 20 applications were denied, and one was adjusted. Click here to read the approved minutes of February 19, 2019 BAR Meeting
Legal Notice:
Grievance Day February 19, 2019

The tentative assessment roll of property taxable within the Village of Asharoken for the fiscal year 2019-2020 has been filed in the office of the Village Clerk. Click here to read the full Legal Notice. It may be seen and examined from 9am to 3pm Monday through Thursday, and from 8am to 2pm Fridays except holidays until February 19, 2019.

On February 19, 2019 between 1:30pm and 5:30pm the Asharoken Board of Trustees will meet at Village Hall to complete the tentative assessment roll and hear complaints. Any complainants who wish may file a grievance with the Village Clerk. To view and print the Grievance Form, click "Government" above, then "Permits & Applications", or click here. The form may also be obtained at the office of the Village Clerk. All grievance applications must be submitted on or before Grievance Day.
Recycling Tips

In response to questions from residents, here is some additional information regarding the Village's new recycling program.
  1. Lids and caps should be removed from all glass containers and placed in your metal & plastics bin. Corks go in the trash.
  2. During metal & plastics and glass weeks, both bins need to be out by 8am. Metal & plastics will be picked up first, followed shortly by glass pickup later in the day.
  3. All items must be placed in bins. Plastic bags are not acceptable.
Legal Notice:
Annual Village Election

On January 15, 2019, the Board of Trustees adopted a resolution setting the annual Village election date to June 18, 2019. It was also resolved that the offices to be filled at this election and the terms are:
  • Trustee, two years
  • Trustee, two years
The polling place will be Asharoken Village Hall from noon to 9pm, subject to change.
Click here to read the full legal notice.
 2018:
New Village Recycling Program

On December 12 the Village switched to dual-stream recycling. This requires the separation of paper products, cans and plastic, and glass. It is now mandatory that recycling be separated into three bins, and the material must be clean. This means no soiled cardboard items (i.e. used pizza boxes) and no dirty cans, plastic containers, or glass bottles. Kings Park Recycling Center will not accept improperly sorted or soiled items. If your recyclables are not properly sorted or they are soiled, they will be rejected and left at your curbside at pickup time. Click here for full details on the new recycling program.
ELECTION RESULTS:

Vote totals for the Village election held June 19, 2018:
Gregory D. Letica    Mayor    108 votes
Melvin A. Ettinger    Trustee    106 votes
Laura Burke Rittenhouse    Trustee    106 votes
Mark D. Kleczka    Justice    107 votes
Draft Stormwater Report

The Board of Trustees held a public hearing on May 1 to review the required draft presentation of the MS4 Annual Stormwater Report for the year 2017-2018. Click here to read the report.
Annual Village Budget Approved

The Annual Budget was approved and was passed by the Board of Trustees at the April 3 Board meeting. Village taxes will be mailed out mid-May and all taxes are due by July 2, 2018. Village real estate tax bills are sent out once a year each May.
Fire Contract Finalized

Asharoken has finalized a new contract with the Village of Northport for providing fire protection, emergency medical services, and paramedic services from January 2018 through December 2022. Click here to read the full contract.
Board Meeting Schedule for 2018

The Village Board has set the schedule for monthly regular meetings and special meetings for the calendar year 2018. As of 2018, regular meetings will begin at 6:30pm. To view the full 2018 schedule, click "Government" above, then "Trustees Meetings", or click here.
LEGAL NOTICE: June 2018 Village Elections

At their regular public meeting held on January 9, 2018, the Asharoken Board of Trustees duly adopted the following resolution:

Be it Resolved that the Village Board, does hereby approve in accordance with the provisions of the Election Law of the State of New York, the 2018 Annual Village Election in the Village of Asharoken shall be held on June 19th, 2018, and be it further resolved that the offices to be filled at said election and the terms thereof are as follows:

Trustee, two (2) years
Trustee, two (2) years
Mayor, two (2) years
Justice, four (4) years

Be it resolved that the polling place will be held at the Village Hall, 1 Asharoken Avenue, Northport, NY 11768 during the hours of 12 noon to 9:00 pm, subject to change.

Nancy Rittenhouse
Asharoken, Village Clerk
Date: January 16, 2018
Published: January 18, 2018


News from your Elected Representatives: Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY

Approval of Federally-Funded Repairs for Asharoken Seawall

Washington, DC (June 4, 2012) Today, Congressman Steve Israel (D-Huntington) and Asharoken Mayor Patricia Irving announced that the Army Corps of Engineers approved plans to repair the seawall protecting Asharoken Avenue. Specifically, steel caps will be used instead of timber, which will provide a more durable and lasting solution.

Rep. Israel said, Due to the damage caused by Hurricane Irene last summer, Asharoken s seawall was in desperate need of repair. I m happy that the Army Corps has approved plans to repair the Asharoken seawall using more durable steel caps instead of timber, and the cost of the repairs will be 100 percent federally funded. I want to thank the Army Corps for recognizing the need for enhanced and stronger caps and improvements that put safety first.

Mayor Pat Irving of Asharoken said, In spite of the unrelenting pressure on me to remove the damaged wood caps, I was confident that in time, with the help of Congressman Israel, the Army Corps would accept the responsibility and agree to re-design this deficiency on the sea wall. I thank Congressman Israel for his assistance, the Army Corps for their cooperation and the residents of Asharoken and Eaton's Neck for their patience.

The Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters approved $516,500 for this planned project. By using steel caps instead of timber materials, the structure will be more secure and less dangerous during strong storms. During bad storms in recent years, the timber caps become projectiles during storms and endangered both residents and people in vehicles.

In 1998, an artificial dune was built in the Village of Asharoken to hold back Long Island Sound storm waves from closing Asharoken Avenue. This is the only access point and evacuation route for the residents of Asharoken and Eaton s Neck, including the U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Station in Eaton s Neck. The dune was repaired by the Corps in 2008 and 2010 after bad storms. The caps are critical as they support the artificial dune and must be secure to ensure the safety of residents and travelers.

Rep. Israel has previously secured federal resources for the Army Corps to complete development of a long term plan for this community and infrastructure improvements. In 2010, Rep. Israel secured $121,000 in federal funding for improvements to the Asharoken seawall and an additional $2.7 million after storms damaged the seawall. In 2009, Rep. Israel secured $96,000 in federal funding for storm damage reduction.

Senator Schumer Announces Progress on Funding for Beach Preservation

U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer
(July 21, 2010)  U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer announced that the Senate Appropriations Energy and Water Subcommittee has approved the Fiscal Year 2011 Appropriations Bill which includes $100,000 for Asharoken Beach. The funding will be used to continue a study exploring the feasibility of the permanent preservation of Asharoken Beach.

Schumer said "This funding ensures that the feasibility study can continue to find permanent solutions to the erosion of Asharoken beach. Preserving the shoreline is an important measure in protecting the town as a whole and protecting Long Island s beautiful beaches. I will fight to see this funding through the full appropriations process."

Click here to read the full press release from Schumer's Office.
Previous Items from your Elected Reps:

Click on an item below to read archived articles. The article will open in a new window.

Archived Articles:
Assym. Andrew Raia
March 18, 2009
Despite Tax Change, Governor's Budget Cuts Out Long Island
SAVE OUR POST OFFICE:

(The following information is provided courtesy of the official Village of Northport website):

Here's some information on what's happening regarding the Northport Post Office:

  • Status of the campaign to save the Northport Post Office
  • Things that you can do (includes contact numbers of representatives and a petition you can print out)

The Northport Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution at their meeting September 18, 2012 expressing their opposition to the United States Postal Service's plan to sell the historic Post Office building and property in Nortport Village.

The Northport Post Office closure/moving is not a done deal. Our elected federal officials are working to ensure that we keep our post office.

Our goals are to:

  1. Keep all of the operations at the current building, and
  2. Not sell the building

Our public information meeting Wednesday, September 12th was a success!

Over 200 members of the public and the Northport Village Board of Trustees exchanged information and opinions and demonstrated to our elected federal officials how important it is that our post office stays just where it is. The United States Postal Service (USPS) must find a different way to economize.

Thank you to everyone who attended, who spoke, and who signed the 'Save the Post Office' petition.

Thank you to the following state and local elected officials for joining with The Village Of Northport's Board of Trustees at Wednesday's meeting to show their concern and for speaking out about the necessity to keep the post office operation where, and how, it is:

NY State Senator Carl L. Marcellino,
NY State Assemblyman Andrew P. Raia,
Huntington Town Councilman Mark Cuthbertson,
Asharoken Mayor Gregory D. Letica and
Asharoken Deputy Mayor Mary P. "Pam" Pierce

Thank you to the following representatives of the postal employees (clerks and carriers) for attending and
providing additional information:

President of the Long Island Local American Postal Workers Union Peter Furgiuele, and
President of Long Island National Association of Letter Carriers 6000 Union, Walter Barton

Thank you to our three federal elected officials for sending their representatives to hear the voice of their 11768 constituents:

U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer,
U.S. Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand, and
U.S. Representative Steve Israel

Special thanks to the Huntington Town Board for unanimously passing the following resolution earlier in the day before the informational meeting. The resolution was sponsored by Councilman Mark Cuthbertson and seconded by Councilman Mark Mayoka. Thank you to Town Supervisor Frank P. Petrone and Councilpersons Susan A. Berland and Eugene Cook for their support.

Things you can do:

  • Please sign the 'Save the Post office' petition. You can find it at many of the stores on Main Street in Northport and at Asharoken Village Hall.
  • Please consider picking up a petition at Village Hall and asking friends and neighbors to sign it.
  • Write, call, or e-mail our federal representatives and tell them you want them to ensure that all of the current operations stay at the current building and that the USPS must not sell the building. Explain why keeping our post office is important to you and to our community.

    U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer
    United States Senate
    145 Pinelawn Road
    Melville, NY 11747
    phone: 631-753-0978
    fax: 631-753-0997
    Sen. Schumer's email submission webpage Exit Disclaimer

    U.S. Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand
    United States Senate
    155 Pinelawn Road
    Suite 250 North
    Melville, NY 11747
    phone: 631-249-2825
    fax: 631-249-2847
    Sen. Gillibrand's email submission webpage Exit Disclaimer

    U.S. Representative Steve Israel
    United States House of Representatives
    150 Motor Parkway
    Suite 108
    Hauppauge, NY 11788
    phone: 631-951-2210
    phone: 516-505-1448
    fax: 631-951-3308
    Rep. Israel's email submission webpage Exit Disclaimer (If you do not know your zip+4 code, go to the USPS ZIP Code lookup tool Exit Disclaimer first)

    Also, contact the USPS official who signed off on proceeding with the current phase of the Northport Post Office plan:
    Richard P Uluski
    Vice-President, Northeast Area
    United States Postal Service
    6 Griffin Rd.
    N Windsor, CT 06006-7070
    email: richard.p.uluski@usps.gov
New Village Trustees Sworn In

Justice Charles Brown swears in Peter Masterson as an Asharoken Village Trustee.
Photo: Eric Maffei
Justice Charles Brown swears in Peter Masterson as an Asharoken Village Trustee.
Peter Masterson and John Elefante were sworn in as trustees by Justice Charles Brown during a ceremony held outdoors at Village Hall on the evening of July 1, 2009. Many residents attended the swearing-in and enjoyed cake and refreshments afterwards. Congratulations to our newly elected volunteers.
From left: Trustees Avrum Golub and John Elefante, Mayor Patricia Irving, Justice Charles Brown, and Trustees Peter Masterson and Joseph Affrunti
Photo: Eric Maffei
From left: Trustees Avrum Golub and John Elefante, Mayor Patricia Irving, Justice Charles Brown, and Trustees Peter Masterson and Joseph Affrunti
 
Justice Brown swears in new Village Trustee John Elefante.
Photo: Eric Maffei
Justice Brown swears in new Village Trustee John Elefante.