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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-1986 f ~ ~ , .oil:. c. :...~"":..'"<.">., Fishers Island Civic Association Annual Report 1985 - 1986 . . FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION, INC. ANNUAL REPORT 1985-86 The Fishers Island Civic Association assembles and has printed this Annual Report which includes reports from many island organizations. We hope this booklet is informative and provides you with a reference for these organizations which help make Fishers Island such a unique community. We are fortunate to have so many volunteers committed to serving our community for it is through their efforts that these organizations exist. We also thank the people who provided the reports which made this booklet possible. Table of Contents Page Report 1 3 4 7 8 9 13 15 20 21 22 27 32 33 35 37 39 40 41 42 Report of FI Civic Association President FI Civic Association Financial Report FI Civic Association Master Plan Committee FI Development Cor portion Town Justice Island Health Project, Inc. FI School The Henry L. Ferguson Museum FI Conservancy, Inc. FI Fire Department FI Fire District FI Garbage and Refuse District FI Civic Association Rodent Control Committee FI Ferry District FI Library Association Island People's Project FI Civic Association Blue Cross - Blue Shield FI Cemeteries Committee FI Civic Association Schedule of 1986-87 Meetings FI Civic Association Membership Application Form The cover will be a School. of this years report was drawn by Matt Gada. Matt high school senior this fall at the Fishers Island 1 The Fishers Island Civic Association, Inc. FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 June 1986 A variety of issues have been discussed at the Civic Association's last four meetings. In August 1985, a representative from the Fishers Island Preservation Committee, formed by a number of people concerned about preserving the West End's open space, especially the old Parade Grounds between the Airport, the Movie Theater and South Beach, requested support for a study on how best to preserve open space through zoning. At the October meeting, Rose Harvey of the Trust for Public Land presented the report commissioned by that Committee which analyzed the various practical and legal constraints on development of the Parade Ground area. Ms. Harvey's recommendation was that the Town's Master Plan zoning designation for that area of one house per five acres be at least changed to one house per ten acres and preferably to an open space designation. At the same meeting three officials from the Suffolk County Village Officials Association presented their views and experiences with village incorporation and answered a number of questions from the audience on the advantages, disadvantages, costs and mechanics of incorporation. In January 1986, we hosted the required Hamlet meeting at which the proposed final Southold Town Master Zoning Plan was presented by the Chairman of the Town Planning Board. The Parade Grounds desig- nation had been changed to one house per ten acres. Furthermore, it was reported that the Town Board had passed a resolution requiring that any sale of property within the boundaries of the Ferry District's jurisdiction (basically all Town owned land in the Fort Wright area) must be approved by a majority of the Ferry District electors (owners of property on Fishers Island). The Town Board was to seek approval by the New York Legislature of the resolution so that it would be a legal amendment to the Ferry District's enabling act. The Ferry District Commissioners had developed the idea of the resolution and had strongly stated their intention not to permit building on the Parade Grounds. Their efforts on this issue were greatly appreciated. At the May 1986 meeting, John Clavin discussed the availability of low cost power from the Power Authority of the State of New York (PASNY) to municipally owned electric companies in New York State. While the Fishers Island Electric Corporation's Board of Directors has not made any decision to sell the Electric Corporation nor is it, to my knowledge, considering such sale, we have requested that the Town Board provide for Fishers Island a study by the Town's consul- tant on the feasibility of PASNY power. The Town Board has already received a similar report on the feasibility of PASNY power in the entire rest of the Town except for Fishers Island. I understand that the Town has put aside the necessary funds to pay for such a study. 2 Page 2 June 1986 During the last two years, I have been very pleased by the interest shown in Fishers Island by the Town Board. Various members of that Board have attended a number of our meetings. I have appreciated that interest and their willingness to address our concerns on such issues as the preservation of the Parade Grounds. As always, a number of people not on the Civic Association Board have given much time to the Association. Two examples are John Clavin's work on the incorporation study and the PASNY power situation and Steven Malinowski's work on the Master Plan. I thank both of them, the members of their committees and all the others who have helped the Civic Association and the Island. Since the Civic Association's quarterly meetings provide the only pUblic forum on the Island at which issues of concern can be raised, discussed and, occasionally, resolved, I urge all of you to attend our meetings. They are often interesting and always informative. Our July annual meeting will be held on Saturday, July 26 at 4:30 P.M. at the School. As an organization, we have not begun to solve perhaps the most secure problem facing Fishers Island as a community of people: affordable housing for those people who want to live and work year- round on the Island. The importance of the vitality of that community to the Island cannot be exaggerated. We cannot afford further declines in our resident population. I hope that some progress can be made in addressing that problem. Finally, I strongly urge you to support the Civic Association by becoming a member and hopefully by making an extra contribution. Your generosity will help the Civic Association carryon its activities. We depend solely on your dues and contributions to cover the costs of operating the Civic Association. Please tear off the membership form in this Report and send it in with your dues. Harry Ferguson President Other Officers and Directors Brad Burnham, Sr. Frank Burr Libby Cook Dick Hale Mary Horn Speedy Mettler Scudder Sinclair Charley Stepanek, Vice President Jim Thompson, Secretary-Treasurer 3 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION, INC. P.O. Box 464 Fishers Island, NY 06390 FINANCIAL REPORT June 1986 Checking Balance 6/30/85 Money Market Balance 5/31/85 $ 95.32 4,697.30 Total Cash Balance June 85 Income Dues Contributions Interest (6/1/85 thru 5/30/86) $1,318.00 2,928.00 286.06 Total Income Expenses Postage / Printing FI Utility (telephone) Rodent control E Clarke Insurance Custodian J Thompson Secr./Treas. Miscellaneous $1,460.80 234.10 511.90 500.00 400.00 328.83 Total Expense Checking Balance 6/30/86 Money Market Balance 5/30/86 $1,105.69 4,783.36 Total Cash Balance June 86 Respectfully Submitted, J~I ;d!:~~ V James P. Thompson Secretary - Treasurer $4,792.62 $4,532.06 $9,324.68 $3,435.63 $5,889.05 $9,324.68 4 MASTER PLAN CONMITTEE Laat year, the Naater Plan Co..ittee reviewed the new proposed 20ning {or the west end 0{ Fiahers Island. Folloving public epprovel 0{ the co..ittee reco..endetiona at a Civic Asaociation .eeting, e revised proposed 20ning .ap vas sub.itted to Soutbold. Tbe Soutbold Nester Plan ia currently undergoing the final stages of public review. With few exceptiona, the reco..andationa o{ tbe Naster Plan Co..ittee have been incorporated into tbe pending Southold Naster Plan. Nost notable a.ong tbe exceptiona is the inability of tbe Town to co.ply vitb our request for an "open apace" 20ning category that vould protect tbe .any environ.entally aensitive areas tbat vere identified on tbe vast end of the Ialand. Since tbe text acco.panying a 20ning .ap is an integral part of any Naster Plan, during thia peat year tbe Fishera Ialand Naster Plan Co..ittee developed a queationnaire designed to obtain infor.ation tbat could be uaed to eatablish Islend priorities and goala as vell as solicit ideas and suggestions aa to the cau..s and possible re.ediea for tbe ongoing decline in tbe reaident populetion. Thia questionnaire ves distributed Ialand-vide by tbe Civic Aasocietion. A total of 162 responaea vere received. Tbe questionneire end a au..ary of tbe results {ollovs. 1. Pleaae- identify ReaDon... 37 55 70 (Theae youraelf e. year-round resident b. su..er resident only c. not pri.ary residence categories bereafter designated but here frequently tbroughout year a, band c, respectively.) privacy natural history recreation social at.osphere reasons you enJoy ll: designating b 54ll: 20ll: 26ll: Fisbers Island? 1 2. Rank the folloving as the pri.ary <1 is highest) a 52ll: 35ll: 6ll: 6ll: c 55ll: 14ll: 24ll: 5ll: 3. In your opinion, the .ost i.portant obJective of any plan for Fisbers Ialand's future vould be a b c a. .aintaining the Island in its current state 32ll: 54ll: 41ll: b. .aintaining our current rate 0{ develop.ent 3ll: 6ll: c. increaaing the current rate of develop.ent 7ll: d. assuring tbat property values continue to riae 5ll: 1ll: e. .axi.u. preservation of tbe environ.ent 37'" 38'" 46'" f- otber (increasing resident population vas .ost popular response) 17ll: 5'" 6ll: 4. Do you feel tbere are too .any cara on tbe bland during the su..er .onths? a b c Yea 61'" 48ll: 60ll: No 39ll: 52'" 40ll: 5 Would you be in v.. No favor of a 4411l 5611l liaiting b 3511l 6511l the nu.ber of car. per fa.ily? c 501Il 501Il 5. Are that you in favor of cr.ating bu.in....., hou.ing, will attract .or. tran.i.nt./touri.t.? a b c 1511l 611l 1 III 8511l 9411l 9911l or oth.r faciliti.. V.s No 6. Rank the following a. to the cau.e. of the declining year-round population (1 is highe.t> III d..ignating "1" a b c lack of Job. for va..n 101ll 311l Job opportuniti.. 1211l 3611l 2211l at.o.ph.r. of I.land living 711l 911l 1311l housing 5511l 21l1l 3611l .conosic. of Island living 1711l 3411l 2511l 7. In your opinion, would it be b..t if the current year-round population were incr.a..d decr.a..d .aintain.d a 8911l 311l 811l b 6711l c 7511l 611l 19'" 3311l 8. If you are a year-round re.id.nt, are you currently ..eking y.ar round hou.ing? Ve. No Is it Resoone. 6 31 your intention to ReaDonaea rent buy 1 5 (pric. range _>? 50,000-110,000 9. Ar. you in favor of creating li.it.d bu.in..... on the I.land to provide .ore year-round r..ident esploy..nt opportuniti..? a b c Ves 91 III 91 III 86'" No 911l 911l 1411 10. What type of li.it.d bu.in..... and/or cottag. industri.s do you think could b. succe..ful on Fi.hers Ialand? high t.ch equip..nt .anufactur., co.put.r bas.d, .ail order, fishing, ind.p.nd.nt crafts..n, ah.llfiah, ..rvic., r.ataurant, private school, tel.phon. baaed, .arina 11. Are you satiafied with the current f.rry aervice to the .ainland a b " Ves 4111 9611l 8611l No 5911 4" 14" If not why? larger boat has .ad. I.land too acc.asibl., scheduling, coat, lack of parking on .ainland 6 12. Would you be in favor of a pa66enger only ferry 6ervice originating on the Island to the .ainland? a b c Yes 58'l: 22'l: 43" No 42'l: 78" 57'l: Ii so how irequently would you use it? a b c dail y 41" 14'l: 14'l: irequently 41'l: 45'l: occaaionally 17'l: 58'l: 28" inirequently 28'l: 14'l: 13. What buaineasea or servicea (ii any) do you ieel are lacking on the Ialand? restaurant, service induatriea, banking, doctor, phar.acy, recreation iacilitiea 14. Ii iunding were available, would you indoor recreation center which .ight a b c 76" 50" 52" 24'l: 50'l: 48'l: this be a high priority? a b c 24'l: 15'l: 25'l: 76'l: 85" 75'l: be in iavor oi a year round include a pool? Yes No Should Yea No 15. Do you have any suggestions ior increaaing the utilization and enroll- .ent oi the school? exchange with Connecticut atudenta, recruit au..er children, apecialized progra.a, adult education, boarding school Participation in the Kaater Plan Co..ittee waa aolicited iro. the general Fiahera Ialand public and everyone who expreaaed an interest waa welco.e. The iollowing people contributed to the develop.ent oi the Master Plan reco..endationa and/or queationnaire. Edith Anthoine Richard Baker Serge Doyen Kenneth Edwarda Harry Ferguaon Mary Horn Carey Matthieaaen Harri. Parsona Cheri Raiierty Bagley Reed Kandi Sanger Joanne Wall Arthur Walah Mary Walter Ronald Zanghetti Report aub.itted by Steve Malinowski, Chair.an 7 Fishers Island Development Corporation Fishers Island, NY 06390 William C. Ridgway, III President Richard S. Baker Manager FIDCO's primary purpose is to maintain the quality of Fishers Island both as a place to live year round and as a place to summer. In the past FIDCO has engaged in a number of activities, such as buying or selling land, depending upon the circumstances, to further this goal. While we feel that a stable island economy is important and that growth is inevitable, FIDCO does not feel that full scale development of the island is appropriate at this time. Thus, FIDCO continues to maintain its policy of not offering building lots, which it owns, for sale. Hopefully, this will help to slow the island's growth. Other significant activities that may be of interest: . FIDCO has asked Officer Fagan to crack down on the speeding and reckless driving on the east end. This means that the State Police may be patrolling or using radar east of the gate at any time. . Last year's very successful mosquito control program is being expanded to include June through September this year. The program which is run by John Thatcher uses BTI which is rated as ultra safe. (obviously except to mosquito and black fly larvae!) . FIDCO is concerned about the poor condition of the "caddy barn", and is looking into what might be done about it. FIDCO welcomes your thoughts and suggestions concerning the future of the island. t5lc ~.JfC- W.C.Ridgway, III President 8 RAYMOND W. EDWARDS TOWN JUSTICE BOX 485 FISHERS ISLAND. N.Y. 06390 June, 1968 Fellow Islanders: To begin with, I want to thank all of you who supported me in my successful campaign during the Fall of 1985. I am looking forward to serving all of Fishers Island over the next four years. In 1985 I averaged over three trips a month to Southo1d Town. The Southold Town Master Plan which also includes Fishers Island is nearing completion and the Town Board has looked favorably toour requests here on the Island. Councilman George Penny and myself fought very hard in supporting a new airport for Southold Town. The study which was over two years in the making was discontinued by a four to two majority. I realize that we on Fishers Island are very luckyJ;.o h~,,!l Elizaoel;.h .F~el4 and.J;n" ::;"!"nce,,, that it support-s,-out the majo'rfl:y-ofSouthold Town did not want.. an. a1rport~ New York "Sta"te TroopEr!'- Sames Fagan arr1 vea the u"gllln~hg'6f May to assume Summer duties here on the Island and Trooper James Hochenberger will arrive the end of June to assist. Most recently a serious accident occured on the East End and help had to be routed thru the Connecticut operator as the person calling did not realize that we have the universal 911 call on the Island. By dialing 911 in an emergency, one can reach the Fire Department, Medical Assistance, the resident State Trooper.or our two Southold Town Constables. Please remember the telephone number 911 if you need any emergency assistance. A new Town Law was inacted in May, 1986 affecting pleasure boat operators under the age of 16. +No operator under the age of 16 shall operate a mechanically propelled vessle unless they are (1) accompanied by a persor 16 years or older or (2) if they are ten years or older and are the holder of a boating safety certificate issued by the Commissioner of the Office of Parks and Recreation of the State of New York. The Department of MotOr Vehicles will not be comming to Fishers Island until October. At that time, road tests and photograph licensing will be done. Anyone who has a drivers license expiration date comming due can see Mr. Phillip Knauff at the Ferry District office. Mr. Knauff has the paperwork available and by sending this on to Albany, a six month temporary license will be issued. During my frequent trips to Long Island, I visit the Motor Vehicle Office in Riverhead and hand carry registration applications for autos, boats and trailers. I have all of the paperwork needed and will assist anyone in this chore. The honoring of the NO PARKING areas at the Ferry Dock, the Fruit Store and the Pequot Inne corner is appreciated by the drivers on Fishers Island. On Wednesday, August 6 at One PM, the Southold Town Supervisor and the Town Board will hold their annual meeting on Fishers Island at the School. Various State and County officials will be in attendance and this is the time to air all suggestions and complaints regarding government and services. I wish you all a safe and happy Summer and if I may be of any assistance, please call me at 7646 9 ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT. INC. BOX 344 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 June, 1986 Dear Residents and Friends of Fishers Island: Island Health Project, Inc. is a non-profit corporation dedicated to providing the best available health care for the Island throughout the year. Its Board of Directors is composed of dedicated full and part time residents of the Island. The Project's funding is totally dependent on your generosity and all gifts are entirely tax deductible under a 1974 ruling of the Internal Revenue Service. Our community requires the availability of a well qualified physician who is up to date, and a resident on the Island who can be reached at all times. The uniqueness of Fishers Island's isolation requires the maintenance of emergency equipment, drugs and laboratory facilities. For emergencies requiring immediate hsopitilizat~on there must be fast and reliable trans- portation to a first rate hospital. Such facilities have indeed been provided. The physicians are staffed by Faculty and staff of St. Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital Center of New York, a major affiliate of the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. This assures the availability of exceptionally well qualified physicians from one of the Country's best "teaching" hospitals. The rotation of physicians is part of the formal teaching program, closely supervised by senior staff. Dr. Stephan G. Lynn, Director of the Emergency Department at St. Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital, has taken personal responsibility by direct participation in the program whereby he not only takes a tour of service but also makes frequent visits to the Island. The Island Health Project subsidizes this program because the modest fees charged would in no way cover the salaries and other expenses incurred. In addition to maintaining this high calibre medical care by physicians who are constantly in touch with "state of art medicine", and in order to attract and retain these highly qualified doctors, there is need for a library and educational materials. These have to be maintained and replaced at considerable expense. The physicians reside and maintain their fully equipped office in a house olmed and serviced by the Island Health Project, Inc. These physicians are backed up by the Fishers Island Fire Department's Emergency Medical Technicians, a well trained team who attend emergencies and who carry out disposition of casualties as appropriate and always by medical direction. This includes expeditious transportation by sea ambulance, "Sea Stretcher", to New London's Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, with which there is close cooperation. Mrs. John C. Evans serves on their Board of Trustees and we continue to have a good working relationship with the staff of L & M. 10 -2- The health care provided year round to the residents and visitors to Fishers Island is unequalled in this type of environment. It was and only will be made possible provided your generous financial support of recent years is continued, and indeed increased, to compensate for the ever rising costs due to medical inflation. Two types of support are needed. The first is the need to subsidize and support the program for ongoing expenses. The second is to enlarge the endowment fund, the income from which is used for capital improvement and purchases. Through such an endowment, the future of the Island Health Project will be insured. Your gifts for either or both of these purposes will be greatly apprciated. There may well be two advantages in making substantial gifts of money or appreciated property this year. Of course you should consult your tax advisor in considering any such gift of value. Attached for your information is a summary of the financial information for 1985. If you have any questions or would like further information, please feel free to call any of the undersigned. Also attached is a schedule of the doctors who will be on duty on the Island this summer. We hope you will be responsive to this appeal, which after all is for the common benefit of the entire Island. Checks should be made payable to "Island Health Project, Inc." and sent to P.O. Box 344, Fishers Island, New York U6390. For your records the tax number is 23-7391122. lh th best wishes for a happy and healthy summer season. Sincerely, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. H. Lawrence Bogert, Co-chairman Mr. William Faulkner, Vice President Mrs. Catherine Jenssen, Secretary Hrs. Richard G. Ahman Mrs. Reynolds duPont Jr. !'irs. John C. Evans Mr. Lawrence Horn Mrs. Peter D. Sanger, Co-chairman Mr. Henry L. King Mr. John J. Lyons Klaus Mayer, M. D. Mrs. Harris B. Parsons Mrs. James Peishoff Mr. Robert B. Talbot 11 ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT. INC. BOX 344 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Receipts 1985 Contributions HOG Tournament Re-imbursement Fees Collected In Memory Dividends Disbursements 1985 Physician Stipend House Insurance Retroactive premium Malpractice Insurance Maintenance & Repairs of House Medical Equipment, Maintenance & Clinic supp. Secretarial and Office Expense Accountant Fuel Oil Telephone Electricity Water HOG Expenses Special (Leased line, Repair Dr.'s radio, misc.) Withholding for Salaries Endowment Fund Balance December 31, 1985 Money Market Account December 31, 1985 Checking Account Balance December 31, 1985 $45,040.00 13,150.00 23.00 21,237.30 700.00 74.22 $80,224.52 $38,225.00 1,635.54 2,753.00 4,124.55 9,209.57 5,311.06 873.00 2,090.39 2,568.08 1,260.80 355.87 2,275.80 1,763.04 1,075.87 $73,521.57 $120,698.87 $31,812.79 $30,420.51 12 ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT. INC. BOX 344 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 St. Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital Center Island Health Project, Inc. Summer Schedule 1986 June 7-15 June 15-22 June 22-29 June 29-July 6 July 6-13 July 13-20 July 20-27 July 27-August 3 August 3-10 August 10-17 August 17-24 August 24-31 August 31-September 7 September 7-14 Andrew Leifer Andrew Leifer Hugo Pierro David Finley Ted Casper Susan Carol Elizabeth Almeyda Joel Studin Andrew Leifer Andrew Leifer Stephan Lynn Stephan Lynn Danielle Gilman Danielle Gilman OFFICE HOURS 9 a.m. - 12 noon Monday through Saturday 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday evening Other times by appointment - 7244 FOR EMERGENCY ONLY 911 13 FISHERS ISLAND SCHOOL 1986 Fishers Island School is one in which we take great pride this year. Our major goal has been excellence in education, and our students and staff have worked together to achieve this end. Many of our programs have been innovative and exciting, giving our students more hands-on experiences, encouraging our staff to combine their talents in different teaching areas, and sharing with other schools to give our children more social exposure. Grades 3 and 4 formed the Pencil Stencil Company, which was one of the best new technological and integrative learning units in the state. Students planned, studied, and built prototypes. Then they analyzed the market, built the templates, and mass-produced a product. They completed the production circuit by selling their product to the public -- at a profit! The Driver Education program has been especially well- instructed this year, and we are very pleased with the experiences given to our student drivers. They even parti- cipated in the same emergency maneuver program as the Connecticut State Police -- giving them first-hand experi- ence on skid control. The third and fourth grades began correspondence with students in the Southampton School. They then had the opportunity to meet their pen pals in New York City and join them in the Circle Line Cruise in New York Harbor. We have shared a number of experiences with the Oswegatchie School in Waterford. Our fifth and sixth graders went along with their fifth grade on a Boston field trip. Their fifth grade, in turn, came out to the island for a day. Then our entire elementary school went to Oswegatchie to spend the day. We feel this is a very valuable experience for our children, for they need the social interaction of larger groups. They made new friends, shared the Waterford facilities, and even tested their academic skills in some math and language arts exercises. Our kindergarten class also had the opportunity to make new friends in Southampton. They flew over to Long Island and spent the day making new friends and sharing new experi- ences. 14 Students and staff worked together to produce Once Upon A Mattress this year. It was a very successful endeavor which was enjoyed by the audience and participants alike. In a effort to increase the physical fitness level of our students and staff, we have incorporated new fitness activities into our program. Included are daily aerobic activities for the elementary and weekly fitness measures for the secondary students. We feel strongly that the development of the body and the development of the mind go together. Our high school students are taking more courses than ever before. The completion of their academic requirements is closely monitored. All college-bound seniors have earned scholarships this year. Also, our valedictorian and salutatorian were invited to attend a dinner given by the Long Island Rotary Club. They listened to a speech by the president of Hofstra and received a plaque for their outstanding academic achievement. In an effort to further expand the horizons of our students, we are anticipating a foreign exchange student from Sweden next year. Our fifty students and fourteen dedicated teachers are making education challenging, exciting, and enjoyable. We appreciate the community support through the passage of the 1986-87 budget. We welcome and encourage your participation in our programs and events. Our facilities are for the use of the community and we welcome persons and organizations to join us in the coming year as co-learners, volunteers, participants, or interested observers. Come and see what we mean by excellence in education. We are sure that you will share in our enthusiasm. BOARD OF EDUCATION Catherine J. Jenssen, President Sarah B. Malinowski, Vice President Catherine Hancock Carol B. Marshall Gregory C. Thibodeau Thomas A. Roy, Superintendent 15 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM Fishers Island, New York 06390 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION June 1986 The Henry L. Ferguson Museum is now in its twenty-sixth year. During the past year the museum experienced a period of growth and an increasing number of "FRIENDS". In 1985 there were counted one hundred and forty-four individuals and families who became Friends and supported the museum financially. We are most grateful to them and are particularly pleased to report that donations of one thousand dollars or more were received form six individuals or foundations. Land Trust A 6.45 acre parcel of land, which will be known as the "KEY POST SANCTUARY," was given to the Museum in late 1985. The land was donated by John Calley, Mrs. Duncan Ellsworth, and Robert J. Geniesse. The Museum is most grateful for this gift which becomes the sixth area now under Museum control, a total of 52.23 acres. "KEY POST" gets its name from a wooden post which was placed years ago on the point of land at the west end of Chocomount Beach. Mounted on the post was a time clock. Until about World War II (1941), the United States Coast Guard patrolled the south shore of Fishers Island on foot. At the "Key Post," proof of a patrol was recorded by "punching the clock." If you are considering a donation of land, either as an outright gift or as an "Easement" and would like further information as to your options, please contact a member of the Museum's LAND TRUST COMMITTEE: Richard S. Baker, F. Boker Doyle, Charles B. Ferguson, G. Carey Matthiessen, or Robert J. Miller. Copies of our LAND TRUST brochure with various options are available at the Museum. A sign has been placed at the entrance to the 15.48 acre area which is known as "THE BRICKYARD SANCTUARY." We suggest a walk through this mid-island refuge of pines, oaks, and the inland pond. Mr. Erard Matthiessen designed and made the sanctuary marker. Ornithology Although the Museum used to have a Collector t s License which permitted it to add ornithological specimens to the collection, it has not been used since the 1960's and has been abandoned. During the past recent years an average of six to a dozen birds have entered the collection. All of these have been found dead of natural causes. For the past twenty-five years all of the bird taxidermy has been done by David Parsons of the Peabody Museum, Yale University. New Haven, CT. Dave was a true artist in his field. His mounted specimens came to life because of his vast knowledge of the mannerisms of birds. It is with deep regret that we report the death of Mr. David Parsons in the Fall of 1985. 16 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM Fishers Island, New York 06390 Herbarium Under the enthusiastic leadership of Penni Sharp, the Herbarium Collection was started in June of 1985. The special summer exhibition, "THE FERNS OF FISHERS ISLAND" was displayed last summer. Anyone interested in ferns, wild flowers, or grasses, please contact Penni. Only a start has been made in this interesting aspect of Fishers Island flora. Island History Mary Russell has organized a very active Historical Committee which is planning a special 1986 Summer Exhibition, "FISHERS ISLAND BUSINESSES." Included in the exhibition will be photographs and accounts of: farming, fishing, construction, brick manufacturing, Boroleum, oyster farming, retail stores, and more. Anyone with old photographs or documents relating to Island Businesses or any other historical material, please contact Mary Russell or the Museum. Archaeology After many years of surface collecting when most of the Island was being farmed and after considerable excavation of the many "shell heaps" or middens around West Harbor, Henry L. Ferguson wrote "ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPLORATION OF FISHERS ISLAND NEW YORK." I t was published in 1935 by The Museum of the American Indian Heye Foundation. His collection of artifacts was a major reason for the foundation of the Museum which bears his name. In June of 1985, two professional archaeologists, Dr. Robert Funk, Chief Archaeologist of New York State, and John Pfeiffer, President of the Archaeological Society of Connecticut, were invited to the Island to investigate and evaluate the known sites of Indian habitation. The results of their two day exploration excited them enough to plan a return in May of 1986. On May 19 this spring, and through May 23, intensive digging was undertaken under the direction of Dr. Funk and John Pfeiffer. They were assisted by nine other professionals and well qualified volunteers including Islander Libby Cook. Permission to conduct exploratory digging was received from 100% of the nine landowners asked and for this cooperation the Museum is truly grateful. During the week of May 19, 1986, the archaeologists split up into two teams; one, directed by Dr. Funk, began digging a series of one square meter units on Hawk's Nest Point. 17 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM Fishers Island, New York 06390 A potentially exciting new site which is called TWO SPRINGS was discovered in June of 1985 when a test hole near a fresh water spring on the north shore of the Island produced a fine small-stemmed quartz point, some pottery, and a "hearth" or fire pit. The full week of May 19, 1986 was devoted to TWO SPRINGS. Twenty square meters were excavated, approximately half of the site. The results of this dig were totally unexpected and extraordinary. In a Preliminary Report dated May 23, 1986, Dr. Funk wrote: "Artifacts in the Henry L. Ferguson Museum strongly suggest that occupation of the Island extends back at least to the Early Archaic Period, approximately 8,000 years ago. At that time, Long Island Sound was over 100 feet below present sea level, and Fishers Island may have been attached to the mainland by dry terrain. We now have some indication that nuts, deer, birds, and fish were consumed by the Island's prehistoric residents, in addition to shellfish. It remains uncertain whether the Island was seasonally occupied, or whether people 1i ved there throughout the year, exploiting sites in both interior and coastal locations. We hope to resolve this problem next year and to continue our studies of post-glacial environmental change in relation to rising sea level." Field Notes Piping Plover used to frequent and nest on the south shore of the Island. None were seen last year and only one in 1984. They are the victims of an encroachment by people and habitation into their nesting sites. Least Terns in 1985 had a nesting area at the northeast end of the Island. They nest precariously at the extreme high tide line and on June 26 a nor'easter washed the nests away. They did not renest. In May 1986 that same site is active but with only a few pairs nesting. A warning sign has been planted near this area. In 1985 the Island ospreys more than doubled their production of young over 1984 when only three osprey survived to maturity. 1986, from all evidence, is off to a good start with nearly all of the older nests now active. In March '86 an otter was spotted by Ken Edwards in Middle Farm Pond. Tony Marshall photographed a seal which, according to Curator, Edwin Horning, was a Grey Seal (not the more prevalent Harbor Seal which is common to Fishers in the winter.) Fisher Island lies directly in the path of fall migrating hawks. Look for them any time after Labor Day when the weather is clear and cool and the wind blows from the northwest. On September 11, 1985, there was a large Sharp-shinned migration and more on the 25th, and the biggest flight on September 28, the day after hurricane Gloria had come, mowed down many trees, and departed. 18 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON KUSEUK Fishers Island, New York 06390 There must have been some minor tornadoes or twisters along with Gloria. At the west end, near the Ridgway-Parker houses, on either side of the road, every living green weed or shrub completely disappeared, perhaps due to the "tunnel effect" of the terrain. On January 4, 1986 the curator of the Museum, Edwin Horning, took part in the annual Christmas Bird Count for the Audubon Society. The Fishers Island count is part of the New London Count. Forty different species of birds were seen on Fishers Island, which is normal for the winter. The most unusual bird was a ruddy duck that lingered around the Spa Stretcher in West Harbor for several days. The ruddy duck was first sighted by Dick Baker. On May 17 and 18 the curator conducted the annual Birdathon to benefit Helen Hays and her Great Gull Island Tern Project. Over the two day period 82 species of birds were seen. The last three sighted near the end of the second day were #80. whiterumped sandpiper, #81. barred owl, and #82. a flash of red in the Brickyard Woods, the scarlet tanager. Nine of the 82 species were migrating warblers. This spring was an especially good year for vireos with six species seen, the yellow throated, the solitary, the white eyed, the warbling, the red-eyed, all on May 6, and the Philadelphia on May 15. A rare warbler the worm-eating was seen on May 6. Every year the Seatuck Research Program of the Laboratory of Ornithology of Cornell University takes a colonial waterbird survey in the Long Island area. As a part of this survey a count of the herring gull and great black gull nests on Stony Beach was made on June 6. Two- hundred-twenty herring gull and eight great black-backed nests were counted. Most nests contained three eggs or three chicks. On Stony Beach Herring gulls far outnumber the great black-backs. However in other areas of Long Island such as Gardiners Island the Great black- backs outnumber the herring gulls. Also on June 11 the double-crested cormorant nests on islands off Hungry Point were counted. An unbelievable number of 700 nests were counted. More nests contained three chicks or three eggs than any other number of chicks or eggs. But some had one and some had five eggs or chicks or a combination. Many nests had unhatched eggs, but an equal number contained chicks of different ages from newly hatched to those as large as adults and ready to fledge. There are now at least eight breeding pairs of oyster catchers on the Island. Following is what I think is an amazing account of one nesting family. April 15 April 18 May 10 May 12 Two adult oyster catchers present on South Beach and a nest with two eggs very near the wheel tracks of an off road vehicle. Three eggs in the nest Three eggs in the nest, wheel tracks still present Two newly hatched baby oyster catchers and one unhatched egg in the nest 19 May 13 May 18 June 4 June 8 June 11 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM Fishers Island, New York 06390 Surprise - a very smoothed over beach - no wheel tracks, no nest, no young, no egg. This was the result of a just past new moon and five days of the steady east wind bringing abnormally high tides. A second surprise - a small dark fluff on the beach, a baby oyster catcher with an adult A third surprise - two young oyster catchers and two adults. The young were about one third adult size and had orangish beaks tipped with brown. Young oyster catchers about three quarter adult size Young almost adult size and swimming in the waves. A lesson in survival with a fair amount of luck. Again in the summer of 1985 we were fortunate indeed to have two very fine and interesting slide talks. One was by Jackie Williamson held on Monday evening August 19 in the Union Chapel. All enjoyed seeing the magnificent scenery and wildlife of New Zealand. The other was by Dolly Chapman who took us on a most interesting visit to Burma, Morocco and Sri lanka. WE LOOK FORWARD TO MORE THIS SUMMER OF ' 86 . This summer the museum offers two booklets for sale: "THE INDIANS OF MUNNATAWKET" by Marion F. Briggs and "VICTORIA AND ALBERT I S HISTORY OF FISHERS ISLAND." Stop by the museum, renew your membership, see the special 1986 exhibition "FISHERS ISLAND BUSINESSES" and enjoy seeing the collections of Archaeology, Ornithology and Island History. Museum Hours Monday - Saturday: 9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Sunday: 11:00 A.M. - 12:00 noon and by appointment phone 7239. The Board of Governors Richard S. Baker, Secretary Martha F. Buller Charles B. Ferguson, President Marie Gaillard Edwin H. Horning, Curator Elizabeth Husband, Vice President G. Carey Matthiessen Robert J. Miller, Treasurer Mary F. Russell Catherine H. Sturtevant Museum Attendant: Katherine Horning FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY, INC. 20 BOX 553 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 The Fishers Island Conservancy is a conservation-minded, tax-exempt group with 501 :(c):3 status founded in February of 1985 as a non-profit corporation in the state of New York. Its aims are to act within enviromnental, conservational, and preservational modes to preserve and enhance the quality of life and the priceless natural resources of Fishers Island and its surroundin~ waters. --.' The current Board of Directors consists of: Louise Doyen Reynolds duPont, Jr. Ed,-rin Horning Natalie Rafferty John Thatcher Jr. Mary Wood Projects worlced on in 1985 and the 1 st half of 1986 include: (1) Near-constant liason (Nov. '85 - June '86) with U.S. Coast Guard and environmental officials (Fish ~ Wildlife Service, etc.) during planning and successful salvage of sunken oil barge E-24. Readied bird rescue teams whiCh fortunately were never needed. (2) Working alone and with other groups in successful effort to save Ft. 'dright area "parade grounds" from development. Additional safeguards to this area have been added in substantial part because of our concern. (J) '\'lorking with Ferguson Huseum in trying to arrange protected status under the Coastal Management Program of N.Y. State for 3 nesting sites of endangered bird species (terns). One site is now under such protection; the other two are pending. ':lorldng over the winter of 1986 \-lith the N.Y. State DEC in an) effort to map and protect Fishers Island's wetlands. 'lhese wetlands are now under State DEC protection. Concerns for the surnmer-fall of 1986 include: ( (4) (1) Preparation for a summer testing program on possible toxicity to shellfish of tin-based anti-fouling paint and compounds. U.S. Gov't. EPA is giving us advice and encouragement since they are also conducting a major study of these chemical products. (2) Preparation (hopefully \-lith Federal help) for a major fresh water study on Fishers Island's aquifer. Water quality is tested reo-ularly - but how" much of it do He have ? IIOH much can we draw d~.m each day safely ? No study has ever been made, but a generous grant has already been received for this project. (3) Drawinp, attention to the need for a major clean-up of the Island' most populated beaches. Rat-propr, tight-lidded, light-weight steel containers or dumpsters are needed, as well as more frequent garbage piclc-up. ~*' vfe welcome support from all Fishers Islanders, both "seasonal" and "year-round". An annual fund-raising drive is held in late summer. For the Board of Directors John H. Thatcher, Jr. - President. 21 ~ FISI-lERS ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT Robert Wall, Chief Peter Sanger, 1st Asst. Thomas Doherty, 2nd Asst. Richard Hale, Captain FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK Ob390 1986 Your Fire Department consists of sixty-four dedicated volunteer members, of which twenty-four are Life Members with twenty or more years of service. The Department includes an Amculance Squad of trained men and women. There are also trained boat operators and navigators who serve the Sea Stretcher twenty-four hours a day in weekly shifts. In addition to the above, our personnel attend training meetings twice a month, road test all vehicles and check all other equipment or.oe a week. During the last 12 months there have been 27 Fire calls which included 13 false alarms. The other calls ranged from structural fires to car fQres and search and rescue operations. In addi- tion to the Fire calls there were 36 Ambulance Squad responses. most of which required trans- portation of the patient to Lawrence and Memorial Hospitals. During the year an Emergency Mediacal Techni- cians (EMT) course was given to train additional memcers for the Amculance Squad. This summer the Department will again offer two courses available to the pUblic in C. P. R. They will be held at the Fire House on July 22 and 23 and August 18 and 20. The Department will provide food and refreshments for the Band Concert's Fourth of July outing, We will in- vite all of the Island children to the 1986 Christmas Party to be held in the Fire quarters. There will be Sant~, entertainment, refreshments and gifts. The Department's 1986 Appeal letters have been sent to all Islanders. These funds make all of our services possible and we express our appreciation for your generous support each year. Thank you, The Committee FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners w. Gordon Ahman, Chairman Kennetb L. Edwards James A. PeIsboft Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1985 RECEIPTS: Tax Revenue Rental of Polling Place Refund from Carsonite Interest on Tax Warrant Re-imbursement, F. I. Ferry(Town) Registration deposit returned (Marriott) Total Receipts Balance at Beginning of Year Total Receipts and Balance $87,002.63 70.00 57.26 79.71 62.50 70.00 DISBURSEMENTS: Current Expenses: Personal Services Hydrant Rentals Insurance M&R - Apparatus & Equipment M&R - Building & Property Telephone and Alarm System Electric Energy Fuel Social Security Tax Medical Expense Other Expenses Total Current Expenses $ 4,680.00 14,882.98 9,220.79 5,142.64 19,644.19 3,654.46 3,667.49 2,362.20 329.88 355.00 6,281. 25 Purchase of Equipment Transferred to Reserve Funds Total Payments from General Fund Balance at End of Year in checking account Total Payments and Balances 22 Treasurer and SecretJJry Carherine Jenssen $87,342.10 5,039.29 $92,381. 39 $70,220.88 $ 4,987.50 $14,000.00 $89,208.38 3,173.01 $92,381. 39 23 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Commisslone", W. Gordon Ahman, Chairman Kenneth L. Ed~ards Jame. A. Pelsho!! Richard S. Baker. Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1985 RESERVE FUNDS. Apparatus and Eauipment Reserve Fund. Balance on Hand January I, 1985 Add. From General Fund Add. Interest Jan-Nov. Add. Interest December Balance on Hand December 31, 1985 $51,589.74 9,000.00 3,828.41 352.94 $64,771. 09 Equipment Repair Reserve Fund. Balance on Hand January I, 1985 Add. From General Fund Add. Interest Jan - Nov. Add. . Interest 'December Balance on Hand December 31, 1985 $ 9,119.52 5,000.00 839.83 81. 96 $15,041.31 General Fund Money Maker Account: Balance on Hand January I, 1985 Add. From General Fund Less. June Transfer to checking Less. Sept. Transfer to checking Less. Nov. Transrer to checking Add. Interest Jan - Nov Add. Interest December Ba1anc~ on Hand December 31, 1985 $12,566.11 50,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 10,000.00 2,323.31 81.58 $14,971.00 24 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners W. Gordon Ahman, Chairman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Pelshotf Richard S. Baker, Sr. Ser&ll J. Doyen, Jr. 7Teasurer and Secreta", Catherine Jenssen SUPPLEMENT TO TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1985 Breakdown of Other Expenses. Office Expense Gasoline and Oil Inspection, Fire School and Convention Election Expense Dues Total Current Expense Listed as Other Expenses $ 657.24 1,858.79 3,230.16 285.06 250.00 $ 6,281.25 /?: CL:u.PA.-I/: {'./ ~ secreta~reasurer 25 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 CommiSlioners W. Gordon Ahman, Chairman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Pelshoff Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. EXHIBIT "A" GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET As of December 31, 1985 ASSETS Cash on Deposit Total Assets SURPLUS Available for future expenditures TretlSurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen $18,144.01 $18,144.01 $18,144.01 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners W. Gordon Ahman, Chairman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Pelshoft Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. EXHIBIT "B" RESERVE FUNDS BALANCE SHEET Apparatus Reserve Fund Equipment Repair Reserve Fund (General Fund Money Maker Account Total Cash on Deposit Available for future expenditures 26 Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen $64,771.09 $15,041. 31 $14,971.00) $18,144.01 $97,956.41 27 Commissioners: Raymond Doyen, Chairman Albert Dawson, Treasurer Howard Hancock, Secretary FISHERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT , FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Up dating information on incinerator project: As we reported to you last year due to revisions in New York State environmental regulations, Fishers Island must have its own incinerator in operation by 1990. In a short time we should have our cost study completed. This is to determine the amount needed to finish this project. The site for the installation of our incinerator will be in the area of the burning dump. The following is a scope of the services to be provided by our engineering firms of 8handler, Palmer and King and Cummings and Fafayette. 1. Permits A. Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Submittal of plans and elevations relative to stack height and adjacent airstrip. B. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) 1. Regulatory Affairs Division Preliminary pre-application meeting Preparation/submittal of preliminary application Preparation of Environmental Assessment Statement (EAS) 2. Air Quality Division Preparation/submittal of Part 219, permit application 3. Solid Wate Division Preparation/submittal of Part 360, permit application for incinerator installation, land fill operation and incinerator operation. 4. Water Quality Division Preparation/submittal of Freshwater Wetlands permit Prepare documentation relative to protection of goundwater C. Town of Southold, N.Y. 1. Planning and Zoning Commission Preparation of site plan and documentation for local approval. 2. Building Official Preparation of complete architectural and structural plans for the building in compliance with local and State regulations will be provided under IlIA. 28 FIS~ERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT , FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 II. Public Hearing A. Preparation for and presentation at Public Hearing including expert testimony. . III. Project Implementation A. Contract Documents Prepare Boundary and Topographic Plan of the proposed site. Prepare drawings and specifications for site layout, utilities, building and foundation, site improvements and incinerator installation. Assist in bidding, review of bids and recommendation of award. B. Construction Contract Administration Monitor the progress of construction, review contractor's work and requests for payment, and advise on field problems. Review and approve/reject contractors submittals of shop drawings and other materials. C. Start up Services Assist with manufacturer's representative in training personnel in the operation of the facilities. Unreasonable Tax Recently your Commissioners sent a letter to our Attorney Mr. Robert Tasker requesting him to bring before the Board of The Town of Southold a request that Fishers Island taxes are not to be used in the operation of Southold garbage and refuse collections and disposal. The following is a copy of this letter and Mr. Tasker's reply, and progress to date. January 12, 1986 Mr. R.W. Tasker 425 Main Street Greenport, N.Y. 11944 Dear Mr. Tasker: This is to ask you to bring before the Board of the Town of Southold our request that Fishers Island taxes are not to be used in the operation of Southold's garbage and refuse collections and disposal. It is unreasonable to expect our tax payers to support an activity for which they receive no benefit. Furthermore, these costs have increased considerably during the last few years. We feel that the only way this can be accomplished is to form a Southold 29 FISI-IERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT , i FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Garbage and Refuse District with all costs of landfill, etc., going into that District's budget. This District would be funded by the tax payers receiving the benefits and services. We feel very strongly about this and Fishers Island tax payers feel the same way" We would like this expedited to correct this improper use of our tax dollars. Very truly yours, Fishers Island Garbage and Refuse District MEMORANDUM Re: Fishers Island Garbage & Refuse District I talked to S. Gordon of the New York State Comptroller's Office on the question of excluding the real property in the Fishers Island Garbage District from being assessed for the cost of the operation of the landfull at Cutchogue, including future costs for the constructions of a solid waste facility. She is of the opinion that such charge may not be excluded from the Fishers Island Garbage District property except in one of the following methods: A. A Special Act of the State legislature providing for the exclusion of such charges from the real property in the Garbage District. B. The formation of a special district on the mainland of the Town of Southold in which event each district would pay for all of the costs within its district. C. Possibly amending the special act authorizing the creation the Fishers Island Garbage District to exclude such charges against the real property in the district. This also would require a special act of the New York State legislature. I am to review these operations with the Fishers Island Garbage District Commissioners as well as the Town Board members. RWT March 14, 1986 The Fishers Island Commissioners the Town Board members and Mr. Tasker are of the opinion that method C, amending the Special Act would be best for Fishers Island. We are now proceding in this direction. 30 FIS~ERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT , FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Schedule for Summer Garbage Pick-up West End East End Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Schedule for Burning Dump The dump is open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Report on Dumpsters Dumpsters up to six yard capacity are available for rental. Contract R. Grebe, phone U 7249 Summer Residents It would be helpful if summer residents would notify Mr. R. Grebe when they wish regular garbage pick-up, phone U 7287. Pick-up driveway The Commission requests that you keep your driveway clear of tree branches and other debris for a more efficient garbage pick up. Your cooperation in this area would be appreciated. ~H- l--_ .d Howard Hancock Secretary 31 I=ISI-tI:RS ISLAND GARBAGI: AND RI:I=USE DISTRICT , FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1986 Commissioners' fees and expenses Contract for garbage collection and maintenance of burnable dump Lease of land Bonds and insurance Office expenses. including advertising Legal expenses Rodent control Trenching and grading Engineering studies of incinerators Other expenses TOTAL Less: Anticipated unexpended balance Amount to be raised by taxes 8.000 100.000 14.000 2.000 600 2.000 600 10.000 49.500 2.000 188.700 20.000 168.700 32 rodent control For several years I have endeavored to convey various messages to show the importance of all of UE joining in the control of these "super" pests. This year my report is quoted the U. S. Department of Health. Education and Welfare in their booklet "Contol of Domestic' Rats and Mice" Rats are filthy and destructive. They are widely feared and despised. and they spread disease and cause great economic losses. Control of rats requires: (a) environmental sanitation to eliminate their food and harbor- age. (b) effective ratproofing. and (c) efficient killing programs. These control measures must become a way of life in the community if rat populations are to be kept low or eliminated. Whenever there is evidence of rodents, warfarin type poison should be placed in the areE', in safety containErs. Our Civic Association makes this easy by supplying the "bait" free. Also feeder stations are available at cost. Call me. A. D. Dawson Telephone 7526 33 Fishers Island!. Ferry District DUfTicr C.-tared B, SPt!cial Act of ~ N. Y. Stare uaiflat..n (Laws of N. Y., 1Q47. eMp,"" 609) FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 ROBERT P. KNAUFF Manager - Secretary BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REYNOLDS duPONT, JR.. Chairman RAYMOND F. DOYEN RICHARD S. BAKER JOHN C. EVANS THOMAS F. DOHERTY. JR. TELEPHONE 788.7463 Area Code 516 OPERATIONS RACE POINT has completed her first year of operation. Due to her capacity and open deck ~pace, we were able to reduce the number of trips that we made to the Island while carrying in- creasing numbers of passengers, automobiles and trucks. On an adjusted basis, comparing the period June 1984 through May 1985 to June 1985 through May 1986, our vessels made 237 less runs in the latter period. In 1985 our vessels carried some 113,300 passengers and 30,000 automobiles, trucks, vans, pickups, etc. SMOKING ON VESSELS Smoking is not permitted in the passenger lounges of either RACE POINT or MUNNATAWKET. Smoking is permissible on exterior decks. This applies to all seasons and all weathers. For the comfort of others and cleanliness of the vessels, we request your cooperation with this regulation and smoke, if you must, only outside the passenger lounges. PASSENGERS DISEMBARKING VESSELS Passengers on the ferries are requested to remain on the passenger deck level until the vessel is made fast to the ramp. It is difficult to dock either vessel with a crowd of people near the stern obscuring the operator's view of the ramp. DRIVING OFF THE FERRY When leaving the ferry in your automobile, especially on Fridays, please do not stop for protracted periods of time to converse with others or create unnecessary delays when picking up passengers. Also, please do not park directly in front of the terminal or on the dock area reserved for freight. There is normally space available on the dock or in the parking area south of the terminal or along the road coming to the terminal from the area of the school. Careless parking in the terminal area may be convenient for you, but inconvenient for quite a few others at the same time. It can also play havoc with the movement of freight off the vessels and picking up of freight by consignees. AUTOMOBILE RESERVATIONS The automobile reservation system has been revised this year in that full payment for the vehicle must be made at the time of making the reservation. The reservation card is ex- changed on the vessel for an auto ticket. Please keep track of your cards as the pursers cannot accept 'I lost my card' in exchange for a ticket. 34 Fishers Island Ferry District page 2 RACE POINT PASSENGER LOUNGE Charles B. Ferguson, whose family has a long association with Fishers Island, was commissioned by the Ferry District to produce a series of panels in an acrylic medium, each contain- ing a montage representing vessels which have served Fishers Island over the last 100 years. They are to be displayed in the passenger lounge of RACE POINT. NEW TO FISHERS ISLAND?? If you are new to Fishers Island, not listed in the tele- phone directory, staying for any period of time and expect to receive packages, food, medicine, etc., please leave your name and telephone number with our freight agent, Dick Hoch, in order that we may notify you when items arrive. PICKING UP FREIGHT AND FOOD If you are notified that freight has arrived for you, please arrange to pick it up without delay. We have a limited amount of storage space available on the Island. When order- ing food from one of the markets in New London, please ascer- tain when your order will be delivered and be here to pick it up when the boat arrives. Unless specifically authorized, we will not leave food outside after the freight office has closed. ANNUAL ELECTION OF A COMMISSIONER - ANNUAL BUDGET HEARING The annual election of a Commissioner for a term of five years will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 1986. The annual meeting for the presentation of estimated revenues and expen- ditures for Fiscal Year 1987 will be held on Friday, August 15, 1986 in the Fishers Island School at 6:00 p.m. CITY OF NEW LONDON WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT The City of New London is actively moving forward with its plans for waterfront development. At the core of its plan is an exchange of property with the Ferry District wherein a new terminal facility will be provided for us immediately north of the New London City Pier. To date, no formal propos- als have been made. There will be no action to effect any type of formal contract arrangement until such time as a public hearing is held on Fishers Island to present relevant information to all interested parties and to receive comments therefrom. UNITED PARCEL SERVICE UPS packages are accepted for shipment by the Ferry Dis- trict. If you have any questions, call Phil Knauff at 7463. AND FINALLY!! The trip to Martha's Vineyard is about equal to that to Fishers Island. The round trip auto rate is $53.00 if you can find a spot on the ferry. Round trip to Nantucket for an auto is $133.00 - with no driver an additional $8.50 each way. Des- pite the rates, which were set to discourage automobiles, every slot on the ferries going to both islands on Saturdays in July and August was sold out by early May 35 FISHERS ISLAND LIBRARY ASSOCIATION P. D. BOX 366 F"ISHERS ISLAND NEW YORK 06390 Lots of new books are waitin~ for you to enjoy during your sU~rrer vacation on the Island. Some of the new selections include. Break In hy ~ick Fran~is I'll Take ~anhatt8n by Judith Krantz Tahle Wonev by Jirrrry Breslin Te~u~a by Peter Dickinson Private J,~fairs by Judith Nichaels A P8rf'?ct SDV by John Le Carre Seasons of the Heart hy Cynthia Freem2n The White House Ness hy Christopher Buckley The Tri '.lfT'Dr. of "oU tics by David Stockman Arctic Jrearrs hy Barry Lopez The Statue of libertv-Birth to Rebirth by Sue Burchard There are lots of new children books too. Curious Geor~e at the Fire Station by Margaret & H.A.Rey Don't Touch rrv Room by Patricia Lakin Lizzie and ~arold by Elizabeth ~intr.rop Datrick Goes to Bed by Geoffrey Hayes ,Yhat to Jo ',hen Your [forn or Dad Savs Be Good! by Joy Wilt Berry The sumfT'er hours are. Nonday,Tuesday,Thursday and Friday 9:00-12.00 ; 1.30-5:00 Wednesday and Saturday 9:00-12:00 As always we also have many shelves of paperbacks which can be taken and returned at your convenience, A compact disc player has been added to the library and is now set un in the readin~ roorr. A~ain this surrrrer we will hold an open house and book sale. It will take nlace on Thursday, Au~ust 21st. on the library green. There will be a variety of books for sale:Adult fiction and non-fiction plUS children's picture bOOKS and non-fiction. However,until August 21, the books will be in the reading room and can be purchased for a srrall nrice. The newest event at the library this season will be the issuing of library cards. Yes, now you will actually get a library card which you or a guest must show each time you borrow a book. We are hoping to have some activities for the children as we did last vear. Stay tuned for details. 36 FISHERS ISLAND LIBRARY ASSOCIATION P. D. BOX 366 FISHERS ISLAND NEW YCRK 06390 We would like to thank all of you who have given a special donation this year . towards the purchase of new chairs. Your response has heen tremendous. A special memorial committee has been established to handle any donations in the fu~ure. If you are interested in giving a memorial gift to the library please contact Ann Kowalczyk for details. Board of Trustees OCrs. G.C. OCatthiessen, President ~r. Richard Hoskins, Vice-President. ~iss ~ary Strunk, Secretary-Treasurer OCrs. Robert Calhoun Mrs. Laura Edwards lfrs. Roberta Elwell lfrs. Robert Feagles lfr. Raymonn Gary Mrs. John Hesse Mr. Richard Howard ~,'rs. Pa t Kibbe lfrs. Joan Pa~notta lfr. Bernard. Rafferty Mr. Robert Talbot ~'rs. Lily West Mr. Robert White Librarian: Ann Kowalczyk 37 -=/.. ISLAND PEOPLE'S PROJECT Box 523 Island, New York 06390 ~ ~it ~~ Fishers SUMMER 1986 Dear Fishers Island Residents: This season marks the Island People's Project 14th year. This year we welcome Jay Cook and Julie Cunningham as our program directors. Julie & Jay are both graduates of Middlebury College in Vermont. Junior Counselors are: Ann-Marie Gillan, Renie Bottcher and Toby Cook. Our main fund raiser, the FIREWORKS CRUISE, will be held on the Race Point, Saturday July 12th. The rain date will be Sunday July 13th. Swing band will provide live music. Tickets are $15.00 and are limited. Every- one is welcome. Island People's Project will again sponsor the July 4th parade celebration. There will be balloon~music, food and awards for the best decorated bicycles in the parade. Registration for the Summer Program will be July 7th, 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the school playground. Parents will have an opportunity to meet the summer staff. The program will start the following day July 8th at 9:00 a.m. Summer Memberships are: $30.00 for one child, and $60.00 for family memberships. We are pleased that Mr. Edwin Horning will be offering Nature Walks, The schedule will be children and adults every Tuesday at 2:00 and Wednesdays at 2:00 for adults only. Island People's Project will sponsor two Arts & Crafts shows, July 5th and August 23rd. Many of our local artists will be showing. For further information and registration, contact John Weil. The Craft Shop will be carrying many new hand crafted items. We are looking for more volunteers and handicrafts. Bowling Alley summer hours will be posted at the Post Office bulletin board. Our Annual Meeting will be held August 17th, at 1,00 p.m. at the School. ISLAND PEOPLE'S PROJECT Gail Horning - Carol Weil Presidents 38 -=/. ISLAND PEOPLE'S PROJECT Box 523 t Fishers Island, New York 06390 : . a~ i<'Ir;A:J8IAL R..\POR'f 1985 ~xpenses Payroll 'falephona $ 3,714.64- 933.23 78.98 700.00 213.04- 5,052.81 744.30 180.03 970.00 836.32 Supplies Rent Posta[a-Printing Insuran::e ~quipment Maintenan::e Hallowean-~aster Honorariums-Bonuses 'faxes TOTAL 3XP3XS8S ~13,423.35 Receipts Contributions T-Shirts $ 7,151.00 4,700.00 157.95 946.00 ~lamberships Raffle ?ireworks jruisa 2,910.00 1,159.92 l17 ,024.87 Miscellaneous CJ1,000.00 transfer funds) eCTAL RBCt;IPTS 39 BLUE CROSS - BLUE SHIELD 1986 Group membership in Connecticut Blue Cross and Blue Shield is available to all twelve month residents of Fishers Island through membership in the Fishers Island Civic Association. Membership dues are $3.00 for an individual and $5.00 for a family payable to the Civic Association, P.O. Box 464, Fishers Island, New York 06390. Premium bills are sent out the 10th of each month requesting payment by the 21st of the month. As of June 1, we have 53 members in the 7296-00 Group and 43 members in the !lOver 65" Group. Annual renewal rates have been received reflecting a decrease in premiums effective April 1, 1986. Individual (1) $ 74.80 Husband & Wife (2) $149.60 Family (3) $197.28 Over 65 $ 33.70 A refund of approximately $48,000.00 was received for period December 1, 1984 through November 30, 1985 - premium versus claims - applying only to hospitalization and medical/surgical benefit plans which resulted in a sizable refund for each membership enrolled during that period in the 7296-00 Group. A thank you, Mr. James Thompson, for all your time and, effort going through each monthly billing to calculate each refund. Subscribers are urged to update their contracts if there has been any change in lifestyle. A "50th Anniversary" issue of Blue/Cross - Blue/Shield has been placed in the Doctor's waiting room. It is a colorful issue depicting its growth from 1930 to the present. It's worth looking at! Evelyn A. Clarke Custodian 40 1Jftu4rrs Jslanb atrmrtfrirs COMMITTEE OUR LADY OF GRACE CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH UNION CHAPEL Grant Sanger, Chairman Thomas W. Russell. Jr., Treasurer Brenda Donaghy, Secretary Dorothy Edwards Helen P. McKown Elizabeth Peishoff Mary G. Raben. Edwina C. Sanger The following rules have been adopted about the organization of the new Cemetery opposite Union Chapel; most of the regulations also are applicable to the old cemetery between Our Lady of Grace Church and St. John's Church. 1) The Price of each plot will be $150.00 for year-round residents and $500.00 for summer residents. 2) Acquisition of a cemetery plot will be limited to the following: a. Year-round residents b. Members of any of our three Island Churches c. Owners of land on Fishers Island d. Immediate family of the above (husband, wife, child). Regulations for the cemeteries were adopted by the Committee and subsequently agreed to by our Churches: 1) Stones - no higher than 8", no wider than 4 feet. 2) No plastic flowers or plastic encasements. No ornaments. 3) Planting: a. No shrubs over 10". b. Flowers must be maintained by family. c. All funeral decorations must be removed after 1 week. 4) The Cemetery agrees to: a. Clip around stones. b. Maintain grass. c. Trim bushes and trees, excluding individual shrubs. 5) A financial statement is available to all plot owners and those wishing to buy a plot. For The Committee Grant Sanger Chairman 41 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS The Fishers Island Civic Association holds four general meetings each year. All residents are urged to attend and participate. The meetings for the 1986-87 year are all on a Saturday: July 26, 1986 at 4:30 PM Annual Meeting October 11, 1986 at 4:00 PM Columbus Day Weekend January 31, 1987 at 1:30 PM May 23, 1987 at 4:00 PM Memorial Day Weekend The Annual Meeting for the 1987-88 year is Scheduled for: Saturday, August 8, 1987 @ 4:30 PM 42 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION Summer Annual Meeting, Saturday, July 26, 1986 F. I. School at 4:30 P.M. Please come and participate. Agenda: 1) Report by John Thathcer of the Mosquito Control Committee. 2) Dr. Tom Roy, FI School Superintendent will presentation on the facilities and programs through the FI educational system. make a available 3) Election of three directors. 4) Report of the Nominating Committee on New Officers by Frank Burr. The Civic Association has a membership year beginning July 1. Your support is greatly appreciated and needed to keep the various programs of the association active. Please join the Civic Association for the 1986-87 year by sending in the attached form with dues in the amount of $5.00 per family or $3.00 per single person. Additional contributions are gratefully accepted. Name Address Amount Paid Dues Contributions Send to P.O. Box 464, Fishers Island, NY 06390