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Supervisor Romaine Announces Quail Release at Longwood Estate on July 19 at 10:00 am

Farmingville, NY – -On July 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine was at the Town’s Manorville Compost Facility to announce the annual Quail release will be held at Longwood Estate in Ridge on Tuesday, July 19 at 10:00 am. Working with the...

Supervisor Romaine Announces NEW Assistance from HUD to Keep Brookhaven Town Foster Youth Housed

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Edward P. Romaine has announced that the Town of Brookhaven will share in over $14 million awarded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for public housing agencies (PHA) to...

Recreation Centers and Mastic Aquatic Center Closed on Saturday 1/29 and Sunday 1/30

Farmingville, NY - The Town of Brookhaven Recreation Centers and the Aquatic Center in Mastic will be closed on Saturday, January 29 and Sunday, January 30 due to the expected weekend snowstorm. The Town also asks that residents stay safe and off...

Town Urges Residents to Take “Common Sense” Precautions to Stay Safe During Weekend Snowstorm

Farmingville, NY - The current weather forecast indicates the probability of significant snowfall across Brookhaven Town on Friday night (1/28) and Saturday (1/29). The Town urges residents to take these “common sense” precautions to ensure their...

Snow Event Information - Friday, January 7

Delayed Openings

• All Town of Brookhaven recreation centers and senior centers will open at 11:00 am
• The Brookhaven Aquatic Center (BAC) in Mastic will open at 10:00 am

Precautions

• Stay off the roads and park your car in your driveway to allow snowplows and em...

Town to Close Beaches and Pools on Friday, July 9 as Tropical Storm Elsa Warnings Extend to LI

Farmingville, NY – In anticipation of the arrival of Tropical Storm Elsa on Long Island, the Town of Brookhaven has announced that all Town Pools and Beaches will be closed on Friday, July 9. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfal...

Supervisor Romaine Urges Residents to Take Precautions During Sunday Snowstorm

Farmingville, NY - Due to the impending snowstorm, which is expected to produce 5-9 inches of snow on Sunday, February 7, Supervisor Ed Romaine is urging residents to take the following precautions. Vehicles that are parked in the street should b...

New York State Launches App to Determine COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

Farmingville, NY - Phase 1A of the COVID-19 vaccination distribution is currently underway in New York State. Residents may access the “Am I Eligible?” app at https://am-i-eligible.covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/ to determine wh...

Supervisor Romaine Amends Town of Brookhaven COVID-19 State of Emergency

Farmingville, NY - On September 17, Supervisor Ed Romaine amended the Town of Brookhaven Declaration of State of Emergency, originally issued on June 20, 2020 to help prevent the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The amendments to the order are...

Brookhaven to Conduct One-Time Collection of Storm Debris

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, Highway Superintendent Dan Losquadro and members of the Town Board announced today that the Town will conduct a one-time only bulk collection of storm debris beginning Monday, August 10. A...

Brookhaven Restricts Activity at Ocean Beaches Due to Rough Surf Conditions

Farmingville, NY - Brookhaven Town has implemented red flags at the Town’s three ocean beaches, prohibiting swimming at Davis Park, Ho Hum Beach and Great Gun and access to the water will be restricted to water below the knees. Water co...

Town Rec. of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia Asks Suffolk County to Decide Property Tax Payment Extension

Farmingville, NY - Because of the high unemployment rate due to the COVID-19 virus, Brookhaven Town Receiver of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia called on Suffolk County to “get off the fence and make a ‘YES or NO’ decision&...

Contact Tracing Employment Opportunity, Video Contest and New York State Enforcement Hotline

Farmingville, NY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced that New York State is accepting applications for Contact Tracers to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus. This program will help control the infection rate and will be executed in coordin...

All 13 Long Island Town Supervisors Announce Coordination of Summer “Re-Opening”

Farmingville, NY -  The Suffolk County Supervisors Association, led by Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, announced a joint planning effort with the three Nassau County Town Supervisors to explore areas of possible coordination of summer prog...

Town of Brookhaven Assessor Announces Modifications to Tax Grievance Procedures

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, the Town of Brookhaven office of the Assessor has announced a modification to the Tax Grievance procedure. Since Town Hall is closed to the public, the tentative asses...

Town of Brookhaven to Reopen Three Waterfront Areas for Passive Self Exercise

Farmingville, NY -  Brookhaven Town will open three waterfront areas for passive self-exercise beginning Saturday, May 2. This will allow our residents to enjoy these facilities, get outdoors and exercise in the fresh air while protecting themsel...

Brookhaven Launches Drive-Thru Tax Collection Operations on Monday, April 27

Farmingville, NY -  In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Town of Brookhaven Receiver of Taxes Louis Marcoccia has announced that Alternate Tax Collection Operations will begin on Monday, April 27 and run until June 1 (senior citizens with Enhanc...

Town of Brookhaven Residents Say “We Are Brookhaven Strong” with Personal Social Distancing Photos

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Brookhaven Town Board are asking residents to share a photo showing how they are staying safe and managing life during the COVID-19 crisis. Those who want to participate should go to BrookhavenNY....

April 7 Town Board Meeting to Live Stream on Town Website and Channel 18

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the April 7 Town Board Meeting, scheduled for 2:00 pm, will be available for viewing via live stream on the Town of Brookhaven website and broadcast live on Cabl...

Statement from Receiver of Taxes Louis J. Marcoccia: Update on Tax Office Operations

Farmingville, NY -  As we continue to work together to overcome COVID-19 by practicing social distancing, I would like to bring you up to date on operations at the Tax Office.We are open for business Monday, Wednesday and Friday with a reduction ...

Town Reschedules 2020 Paper Shredding, E-Waste and Prescription Drug Take Back Events

Farmingville, NY -  In an abundance of caution related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town of Brookhaven has rescheduled the 2020 spring recycling events to the summer. These popular annual events include paper shredding, e-waste disposal and pres...

Town Asks Residents to Follow the Trash, Garbage and Bulk Item Pick-up Rules and Requirements

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven’s Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management is committed to providing the highest quality service during these difficult times. While residents may be using their time to cle...

Supervisor Romaine Warns Residents to be Aware of Fraud Schemes During Coronavirus Pandemic

Farmingville, NY -  Supervisor Ed Romaine is warning residents to be aware of telephone and internet fraud during the Coronavirus pandemic. In a recent Public Service Announcement issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), “Sc...

March 26 Town Board Meeting to Live Stream on Website and Broadcast Live on Channel 18

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the March 26 Town Board Meeting, scheduled for 2:00 pm will be available for viewing via live stream on the Town of Brookhaven website and broadcast live on Cabl...

Brookhaven Reminds Residents of Prohibition Against Dogs in Public Parks

Farmingville, NY -  While many residents are taking advantage of Town parks facilities to get fresh air and exercise during the current COVID-19 crisis, Brookhaven officials remind residents that no dogs are allowed in Town Parks and facilities a...

Town Parks and Recreation Department Closings / Updated April 7

Farmingville, NY - In response to the current COVID-19 health crisis, the Town of Brookhaven has taken the following steps:

• Closed all beaches until further notice
• Closed all Athletic Fields (baseball, soccer, football, etc.) to the public until fu...

Animal Shelter Seeking Fosters/Adopters for Medium to Large Mixed Breed Dogs

Farmingville, NY -  During this time of need, the Town of Brookhaven Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is looking for fosters/adopters for medium to large mixed breed dogs. Some dogs require a single pet household as well as some that get along ...

NY Blood Center Cancels April 9 Brookhaven Town Hall Blood Drive

Farmingville, NY -  The Town of Brookhaven has been notified that the NY Blood Center has canceled all remote location blood drives through April 30, including the April 9 event at Brookhaven Town Hall.The Town of Brookhaven strongly encourages a...

All Town Dog Parks are Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-Coronavirus the Town of Brookhaven Dog Parks will be closed to the public until further notice. This action by the Town adheres to the Social Distancing recommendations issued b...

Psychiatric Social Workers Provide Services to Help People Cope with Coronavirus Stress and More

Farmingville, NY - The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the subsequent evolving uncertainty is likely to be stressful for many people. Fear and anxiety about the disease, coupled with all the changes being put in place to reduc...

All Town Playgrounds are Closed to the Public Town Parks Remain Open

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC – All Town of Brookhaven Playgrounds and Playground equipment are cl...

Board of Zoning Appeals 3/23 Work Session Cancelled, 3/25 Hearing to be Held, Closed to the Public

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:CANCELLED - The Brookhaven Town Board of Zoning Appeals Work Session scheduled for Monday, March 23...

Online Payments, New Building Division, Fire Prevention and Planning Department Processes

Farmingville, NY - While Brookhaven Town Hall currently remains open, it is strongly recommended that residents who have business with the Town to use online services or contact Town personnel by phone or email in order to reduce crowds at Town H...

Brookhaven Town March 23 Work Session Canceled, March 26 Town Board Meeting to be Live Streamed

Farmingville, NY - In an effort to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus, the following steps have been taken by the Town of Brookhaven:

• The Brookhaven Town Board Work Session scheduled for Monday, March 23 at 2:00 pm has been cancelled...

Town Clerk Donna Lent Explains New York State’s New Adoptee Birth Certificate Law

Farmingville, NY - Town of Brookhaven Clerk Donna Lent has announced that a new New York State law will allow adoptees to obtain a copy of their original pre-adoption birth certificate after they turn 18 years old. The measure helps ensure that a...

Supervisor Romaine and Chief Fire Marshal Dramatically Demonstrate Live Christmas Tree Fire Hazard

Farmingville, NY - On December 5, Supervisor Ed Romaine and the Town Board joined the Brookhaven Town Chief Fire Marshal Chris Mehrman (pictured) for a dramatic demonstration to illustrate the destructive fire hazard associated with the improper ...

LIRR to Perform Concrete Tie Replacement Work by Pond Avenue in Ronkonkoma November 9 - 11

Farmingville, NY - On Saturday, November 9th starting at 12:00 AM (midnight) and continuing through Monday, November 11 at 12:30 AM the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) will be performing concrete tie installation by Pond Avenue, Ronkonkoma on the Ma...

Supervisor Romaine Asks Residents to Be Prepared: View 2019 Hurricane Survival Guide

Farmingville, NY - Hurricane season is here, and Supervisor Ed Romaine reminds residents that the 2019 Hurricane Survival Guide is now available on the Town’s Emergency Management Web page. The guide is designed to help residents prepare for a hu...

LIRR Grade Crossing Rehabilitation Scheduled for Pine Street in East Moriches

Farmingville, NY - To complete grade crossing rehabilitation and in response to community concern, repaving is scheduled on the LIRR's Montauk Branch in the following area:EAST MORICHES - Pine Street Road CrossingFriday, August 9 from 7:00 AM thr...

Councilman Loguercio Celebrates Grand Opening of “Meltology” in Middle Island

Farmingville, NY - On July 22, Councilman Michael Loguercio (center) was on-hand to celebrate the grand opening of “Meltology,” located at 848 Middle Country Road in Middle Island. This new business is a full-service restauran...

Supervisor Romaine Announces Town Assistance in Monitoring Federal Assets During Shutdown

Farmingville, NY –  Supervisor Ed Romaine has announced that during the federal shutdown, officers and harbormasters from the Town of Brookhaven’s Department of Public Safety will assist in monitoring the Wertheim Wildlife Ref...

Brookhaven Councilman Panico Announces NYS DOT Hearing on May 17 for Rail Road Grade Crossings

Farmingville, NY – Brookhaven Councilman Dan Panico announced that the NYS Department of Transportation has granted an administrative public hearing in response to the Town’s request for the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) to install additional at-grade railr...

Town Closings, Delayed Openings & Cancelations for Thursday, March 22

Farmingville, NY – Due to the snowstorm, all Town of Brookhaven Recreation Centers and the Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic will have delayed openings at 11:00 am this morning. All Senior Centers are closed today. Jitney Service and the Nutri...

Supervisor Romaine Declares State of Emergency

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has issued a State of Emergency in the Town of Brookhaven effective 12:00 noon today, March 21. Vehicles that are parked in the street should be moved to driveways or they could be subject to towing at th...

Town Recreation & Senior Centers, Aquatic Center Will Close at Noon Due to Snow

Zoning Board Meeting, IDA/LDC Meeting, Defensive Driving Course, Mortgage Counseling Seminar Canceled

Farmingville, NY - Due to the snow storm, the Town of Brookhaven will close all Recreation Centers, Senior Centers and the Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Ma...

Town Cancelations for Wednesday, March 21 Due to Winter Storm Forecast

Farmingville, NY - In anticipation of the impending snow storm on Wednesday, March 21, the Town of Brookhaven has announced the following cancelations and closings:

• Wednesday, March 21 Zoning Board meeting has been canceled and rescheduled to Wednesday, Ma...

Town Cancelations & Closings for Tuesday, March 13 Due to Winter Storm Forecast

Garbage Pick Up Canceled, Town Board Meeting to be Adjourned and Historic District Advisory Committee Meeting RescheduledRecreation Centers, Senior Centers and Aquatic Center Closed

Farmingville, NY – In anticipation of the impending sno...

Recreation Centers, Senior Centers & Aquatic Center Closed Tuesday, March 13 Due to Winter Storm

Farmingville, NY – In anticipation of the impending snow storm, the Town of Brookhaven will close all Recreation Centers, Senior Centers and the Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic all day Tuesday, March 13. The Town’s Meals on Wheels ...

Town Recreation Centers, Senior Centers & Aquatic Center Will Close at 4:30 Today Due to Snow

Farmingville, NY – Due to the impending snow storm, the Town of Brookhaven has postponed the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting which was scheduled for Wednesday, March 7 at 2:00 pm. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Ma...

Brookhaven Town Postpones Wednesday, March 7 Board Of Zoning Appeals Meeting

Farmingville, NY – Due to the impending snow storm, the Town of Brookhaven has postponed the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) meeting which was scheduled for Wednesday, March 7 at 2:00 pm. The meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 14 at...

Brookhaven Aquatic Center to Re-Open on Sunday, March 4 at 10:00 AM

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic will re-open on Sunday, March 4 at 10:00 am. The facility was closed on Saturday, March 3 to allow the Town to repair roof damage caused by high winds.Residents should call 451-T...

Brookhaven Aquatic Center Closed This Weekend to Repair Storm Damaged Roof

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic will be closed on Saturday, March 3 and Sunday March 4 to repair roof damage caused by high winds. The center is expected to re-open at its regular time on Monday, March 5 at 7:3...

Delayed Openings at Recreation Centers, Senior Centers & Brookhaven Aquatic Center on Jan 5

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Recreation Centers, Senior Centers and the Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic will have delayed openings at 11:00 am on Friday, January 5. The facilities were closed all day Thursday, January 4 due to t...

Supervisor Romaine Declares State of Emergency

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has issued a State of Emergency in the Town of Brookhaven effective Thursday, January 4 at 8:00 am. Vehicles that are parked in the street must be moved to driveways or be subject to towing at the owner&a...

Recreation Centers, Senior Centers & Aquatic Center Closed Thursday, January 4 Due to Winter Storm

Farmingville, NY – With current weather forecasts of up to 10 inches of snow across Brookhaven Town, Thursday, January 4 garbage pickup has been canceled and rescheduled for Saturday, January 6. On Saturday, garbage pick-up will begin at 6:00 am...

Thursday, January 4 Garbage Pick Up Canceled and Rescheduled for Saturday, January 6

Farmingville, NY – With current weather forecasts of up to 10 inches of snow across Brookhaven Town, Thursday, January 4 garbage pickup has been canceled and rescheduled for Saturday, January 6. On Saturday, garbage pick-up will begin at 6:00 am...

Town Postpones Thursday, January 4 Swearing In Ceremony Due to Expected Snow Storm

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven has postponed the Swearing In Ceremony of Town Officials which was scheduled for Thursday, January 4 at 4:30 pm in Town Hall. The event will be held on Tuesday, January 9 at 4:00 prior to the annual Organizational...

Superintendent Losquadro Offers Road-Related Tips for Winter

Brookhaven, NY – – As we anticipate what the winter of 2018 will have in store for Brookhaven Town, Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro has prepared some road-related tips to assist motorists and residents.During any gi...

Town Urges Residents to Take “Common Sense” Precautions to Stay Safe During Weekend Snow Event

Farmingville, NY - The current weather forecast indicates 4 to 6 inches of snow across Brookhaven on Saturday and Sunday, December 9 and 10. The Town urges residents to take these "common sense" precautions to ensure their safety during this and...

Town to Temporarily Close W Meadow Beach Due to suffolk County Dredging Project

Work is complete. West Meadow Beach is now open.Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven Parks, Recreation and Sports and Cultural Resources Department has announced that beginning Monday, December 4, West Meadow Beach (including Trustees Road)...

Supervisor Romaine & Councilwoman Cartright Re-Open Sand Street Beach in Stony Brook with Restrooms

Farmingville, NY – On July 27, Supervisor Ed Romaine (left) and Councilwoman Valerie M. Cartright (right) visited the Town’s Sand Street Beach facility in Stony Brook to officially re-open the beach and the newly renovated restrooms (p...

Town Re-Opens Sand Street Beach in Stony Brook to Swimming Starting on Saturday, July 15

Farmingville, NY – On Saturday, July 15, the Town of Brookhaven will re-open Sand Street Beach in Stony Brook for swimming. The beach was closed in 2016 while the Town renovated the restrooms. The beach will be open for swimming with lifeguards ...

PSEGLI Planned Outage in Fire Island Communities of Water Island, Davis Park & Watch Hill on May 18

Farmingville, NY –  PSEG Long Island has announced that they will install new underground electric cables from the west side of Talisman Beach to the LIPA substation on the east side of Fire Island Pines. This work is anticipated to be ...

William Floyd Parkway LIRR Crossing to Close This Weekend for Grade Crossing Renewal

Farmingville, NY – The Long Island Railroad has announced that the William Floyd Parkway grade crossing located on the Montauk Branch in Shirley has been scheduled for renewal and will require the closing of the railroad crossing to roa...

Brookhaven Town to Lift Executive Orders, Permitting On-Street Parking in the Wake of Winter Storm

Town Facilities to Re-Open on Wednesday, March 15

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven will lift the two executive orders that were signed prior to Winter Storm Stella, as of 6:00 pm today. Vehicles will once again be per...

Brookhaven Town Announces Preparation For Winter Storm Stella

Garbage Collection Cancelled; Parked Cars Ordered Off Roads;

Recreation & Senior Centers Closed; Meetings Scheduled for Tuesday Evening Cancelled

Farmingville, NY –  In anticipation of Winter Storm Stella, the Town of Brookhaven is ta...

Town Garbage Pick Up to Start at 5 a.m. on Friday March 10 Due to Impending Snowfall

Farmingville, NY –  With current weather forecasts indicating 3” to 5” of snow across Brookhaven on Friday, March 10, the Town will begin garbage pick-up one hour earlier, at 5:00 am rather than the usual 6:00 am sta...

LIRR Cancels Weekend Work on William Floyd Parkway Crossin

Farmingville, NY –  The Long Island Railroad announced today that they have canceled work on the William Floyd Parkway grade crossing that was scheduled for this weekend. They had planned to close the crossing to road and rail traffic f...

William Floyd Parkway LIRR Crossing to Close from March 3 - 5 for Rehabilitation

Farmingville, NY –  The Long Island Railroad has announced that the William Floyd Parkway grade crossing located on the Long Island Rail Road`s Montauk Branch in the Town of Brookhaven has been scheduled for rehabilitation and will requ...

Brookhaven Aquatic Center Closed for Maintenance Will Reopen on Friday, February 17 at 4 p.m.

Farmingville, NY - The Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic has been temporarily closed for maintenance. The facility will reopen on Friday, February 17 at 4 p.m.

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Town Recreation Centers, Senior Centers Schedule for Friday, February 10 Jitney Program Suspended

Farmingville, NY –  The Town of Brookhaven Recreation and Senior Center schedule for Friday, February 10 is as follows: Brookhaven Aquatic Center in Mastic will open at 9:00 am Shoreham Recreation Center will open at 9...

Town Recreation Centers, Senior Centers Closed & Jitney Program Suspended on Friday, February 10

Farmingville, NY – The Town of Brookhaven will close all Recreation Centers and Senior Centers on Friday, February 10. The Manorville Compost Facility and the Aquatic Center in Mastic will reopen at their regular time on Friday, February 10. The...

Supervisor Romaine Declares State of Emergency to Keep All Vehicles Off the Roads After 10 a.m.

Farmingville, NY – Supervisor Ed Romaine has issued a State of Emergency in the Town of Brookhaven effective 10:00 am today, February 9. Vehicles that are parked in the street must be moved to driveways or be subject to towing at the owner&r...

Town Recreation Centers, Senior Centers, Compost Facility and Aquatic Center Closed February 9

Farmingville, NY –  In anticipation of the impending snow storm, the Town of Brookhaven will close all Recreation Centers, Senior Centers, the Manorville Compost Facility and the Aquatic Center in Mastic all day Thursday, February 9. Th...