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Upcoming Events
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For a full list of events and descriptions, click here or visit www.eastendenvironment.org.
Peconic Estuary Program Conference -- You're Invited
Monday, September 20th
8AM to 4PM
4PM to 6PM (Networking Reception)
Sagg Pond Paddle & BBQ
Friday, September 24th
5PM to 9PM
Click here to register.
Wildlife Migration Along the Barrier Beach
Saturday, September 25th
2:30PM to 5PM
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North Fork Vineyard Tuscan Feast
Saturday, October 9th
5PM to 8PM
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Sebonack Golf Outing
Tuesday, October 19th
8:30AM to 2:30PM
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Advocacy FAQs
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Where does the Group stand on the Vintage Vines Project in Southampton Town?
Click here to find out.
When will the Fire Island to Montauk Point Study be completed so we can deal with erosion issues on the South Fork?
Click here for more info.
If you have questions you would like answered in our upcoming e-newsletters, please contact us.
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Group Seeks Investigation Into Orient Water Pipeline
With support from residents of the Browns Hills Estates, the Orient Association, and the North Fork Environmental Council, Group for the East End has called upon the New York State Inspector General to launch an investigation into the controversial $4 million water pipeline proposed by the Suffolk County Water Authority (SCWA) in Orient.
Pipeline Fails to Meet Funding Requirements
According to Federal Law, the pipeline proposal (which could induce additional development and impact the local environment) was to receive "full review under the law" before securing $2 million in federal stimulus funds for construction. A Group investigation later determined that, in January of 2010, Governor Paterson actually signed a formal certification attesting to this review.
As it turned out, the project never had all of its required permits and was formally denied by the Southold Town Board, yet SCWA continued to move ahead. In calling for formal an investigation, Group President, Bob DeLuca, advised the Inspector General that the SCWA appeared to have received a multimillion dollar stimulus award based on material flaws in its original application, and called for an immediate suspension of funding.
Read more in The Suffolk Times.
Read even more in The Suffolk Times.
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PEP Conference Invites Community Input
The Group's own environmental advocate, Jennifer Skilbred, is hard at work planning the Peconic Estuary Program (PEP) Call to Action Conference for Monday, September 20th. Conversations will focus on potential solutions to obstacles such as stormwater runoff, nitrogen pollution, habitat loss, and eelgrass degradation. Assemblyman Fred Thiele will be the keynote speaker and a panel of local experts will be present as we discuss the future of the Peconic Estuary. Registration is required (breakfast and lunch provided) and there is no cost to participate. Please join us!
For more information or to register, click here.
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Cleanup Results in Collection of 4,360 lbs of Marine Debris
Who would have thought that nearly 50 people could collect and haul away 4,360 lbs of trash from one beach in a day's work? Believe it or not, that's what happened as a result of a cleanup organized at Goldsmith Inlet on Saturday, August 21st. Environmental Advocate, Jenn Hartnagel, organized the event in cooperation with the Group to Save Goldsmith Inlet, as part of the International Coastal Cleanup. This worldwide effort encourages local action to clean up the beaches and record data so action can be taken at the source.
To read about and sign up for the International Coastal Cleanup, click here.
Read more about the volunteer efforts at Goldsmith Inlet in The Suffolk Times.
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Home Mortgage Program Benefits the Group, Offers Member Discounts
As
a valued, member, volunteer or supporter of Group for the East End, you
are eligible for discounted closing costs on a home purchase or refinance and, if you take advantage of
this, Wells Fargo will make a $300 post-closing donation to the Group. This program can help save money toward the cost of your purchase or
refinance and benefit Group for the East End -- at no additional cost to
you. With interest rates at an all-time low, there is no better time to take advantage!
Click here for more information.
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