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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1984-1985 ..__4 Fishers Island Civic Association A nnual Report 1984 - 1985 ~ ~,~) /f((((\\.'- K~F~ /0/.2'1/"'3 , The Fishers Island Civic Association, Inc. FISI-IERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT 1984-1985 ANNUAL MEETING TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, August 10th, 1985 at 4:30 p.m. at the Fishers Island School Report of the President Civic Association Financial Report Form for paying dues Connecticut Blue Cross and Blue Shield Fishers Island Master Plan Fishers Island Cemeteries Fishers Island Ferry District Fishers Island Fire Department Fishers Island Fire District Fishers Island Garbage and Refuse District Fishers Island Conservancy H.L. Ferguson Museum and Bird Sanctuary Island Health Project Fishers Island Library Association Island People's Project Fishers Island School District Rodent Control FIDCO Report on Town of Southold The cover of the report was drawn by Kelly Donaghy, a young artist who resides on Fishers Island and is a graduate of the Fishers Island High School. The I=ishers Island Civic Association, Inc. FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK ob39o June 1, 1985 The past year has been an extremely busy one for the Civic Associa- tion. Major activities have included (i) a report on Fishers Island by the Trust for Public Land, (ii) an analysis of the proposed Southold Master (Zoning) Plan together with recommendations as to appropriate zoning of cer- tain areas on the West End, Uii) a meeting devoted to a discussion of the reasons for the serious decrease in the number of year-round residents, and (iv) a report on the possibility of incorporating the Island as a separate village within the Town of Southold. With help from generous donations, the Civic Association retained the Trust for Public Land tv examine the Island's infrastructure, its current and historical rates of development, the potential for new development and its capacity to accommodate future development. While a number of you ordered copies of TPL's Report and a copy is also available at the Library, it may be helpful to reiterate the major findings: 1. Population: While year-round population has declined 36% to 325 in the last 25 years, seasonal population has increased 60% to 1860. Some residents estimate that the total number of people on the Island on an average August weekend may reach 3500 due to house guests, extended family, etc. 2. Housing: There are currently about 450 housing units on the Island. Since 1960, an average of 4.4 units have been built each year. The building, however, masks one of the most serious problems on the Island, namely the lack of affordable housing for local residents (see the notes on the Association's January meeting below). 3. Subdivision Potential: Nearly 450 of the existing sub- divided lots are occupied by housing units. If houses were built on all existing vacant and potentially subdividable lots (although environmental regulations may preclude some construction), there would be 575 new houses built - more than doubling the existing stock. 4. Future Growth Projects: Using 1980-84 growth rates, it is estimated that the seasonal population will increase by 43% in 2005 to 2,655,requiring 88 new houses. The Ferry District's figures, however, indicate a rapidly increasing visitor population, with a 50% increase in passengers and 70% in cars over the past ten years. 5. Water Supply: The Island depends almost entirely on sur- face water supplies which have proved adequate to date although the drought of 1965-68 required the digging of two new wells. Future droughts could strain the water supply. 6. Wastewater and Solid Waste: Dup to the Island's well- drained soils, historically low density and seasonal use, there have been few problems with sewage disposal systems. An incinerator may be installed to handle all combustible solid wastes. 7. Utilities: The electric and telphone systems are suffi- cient for 20 and 8 years respectively at past growth rates. 8. School: The Fishers Island School while designed for an enrollment of up to 135 is currently utilized by about 44 students. There is one grade with no pupils. 9. Conclusion: To quote TPL: "Although the Island has the physical and infrastructure capacity to absorb increased development, the current aesthetics and natural resources of the Island contribute to a quality of life that will be difficult, if not impossible, to maintain with a denser population." It is that quality of life which distinguishes Fishers Island. year were: The highlights of the Civic Association's meetings during the last 1. In July 1984, the arrangement with TPL was announced. Ray Doyen discussed the recommendations of an engineering firm that an incin- erator be purchased to burn combustible refuse. John Thatcher reported on the commencement of the mosquito control project using BTI, that was funded jointly by FIDCO and Southold. 2. concluded that it start and long wet representatives of described above. In October John reviewed the mosquito project again and had been quite successful, especially considering the late spring. The major presentation of the meeting was made by the Trust for Public Land who outlined the findings 3. The November meeting was called so that Frank Murphy, Town Supervisor, and Ben Orlowski, Chairman of the Town's Planning Board, could review the status of the proposed Town Master (Zoning) Plan and receive the recommendations of the Civic Association's Master Plan Study Committee chaired by Steve Malinowski, - 2 - 4. In January 1985 the reasons behind the decline in year- round population were analyzed and ideas on how to reverse the situation were solicited. The single most important reason was felt to be the lack of affordable housing. Houses for sale by either year-round or seasonal resi- dents command prices well above what most people can afford. The decrease in the population may also be a factor itself as there is a less viable com- munity at the 300 person level than at the 500 person level. The lack of jobs for women, especially professional women, was also cited as a factor. The advantages of a commuter boat from the Island to New London were mentioned as benefitting anyone whose job skills were more in demand on the mainland. While the cost of constructing multifamily housing or rehabilitating existing structures for that purpose would be considerable, I trust that the necessary funds could be raised for a well-conceived program. Steve Malinowski is currently chairing a committee which will seek solutions to the housing problem. One resident observed that during the first half of the century the two major employers on the Island, the Army and the former Fishers Island Farms, subsidized the cost of housing for their employees, thus indicating that affordable housing has long been a concern. The strong feelings expressed at that meeting as to the need to help preserve the year-round residential community cannot be emphasized. 5. At the May meeting, Ben Orlowski returned to go over the latest draft of the proposed Master Plan. There was unanimous disapproval by those present of the proposed three acre residential zoning for the area between the airport and the Hay Harlor Golf Club and for the Navy property. Ben was asked to examine how best to zone those areas as open space so that its character may be preserved. John Clavin then presented the findings of the Incorporation Consideration Committee which he chaired. The major impedi- ment at this time to incorporation as a village within the Town of Southold is the requirement that there be 500 regular inhabitants. Without a registration drive to satisfy that requirement, and John feels that such a drive is feas- ible, incorporation cannot occur. Assuming that it could be satisfied, incorporation would save the Island about $270,000 (at the Village of Green- port's rate) which could be used to administer the "Village of Fishers Island". If the cost of administration were less, the savings would be translated into lower taxes. The advantages of incorporation include home rule, local citizen planning and environmental regulation as well as centralized responsibility while the possibility of political splits, inexperienced officials and an added level of government are seen as some of the disadvantages. The Civic Association plans to have a meeting with officials from other Villages such as Greenport present to discuss the advantages and disadvantages more fully. John Clavin has graciously agreed to write up the findings and prepare a hypothetical budget for the "Village of Fishers Island". John also noted the significant advantages to the Island of participation in the preferential power allocation by the Power Authority of the State of New York which would mean lower electric rates if the Island had a municipal utility and received PASNY power. The Civic Association has requested Southold to include Fishers Island in its study of the benefits of PASNY power. - 3 - Several acknowledgments are in .order; 1. The important study by the Trust for Public Land was made possible only through your generous contributions. In addition, we received much more than we paid for due to the efforts of Rose Harvey who works at TPL and devoted many extra hours to the project. 2. The efforts of John Clavin and Steve Malinowski and the rnembersof their respective committees were both tremendous and productive. Much has been accomplished during the past year in terms of increas- ing the awareness of the Island population as to the problems with which we are faced. No action could be taken until there was a widespread recognition of such problems. What remains to be done is to seize upon the momentum created and to take positive steps. Steve Malinowski is heading up a com- mittee to seek ways to alleviate the shortage of affordable year-round hous- ing. Your ideas will be welcome. In the meantime, large buildings which could be utilized for such housing should not be sold without consideration of whether they might be so used. Finally, I would like to remind you that the dues we pay do not begin to cover the costs of operating the Civic Association. We are very dependent upon your contributions in order to balance our budget, which has been increased this past year by the numerous activities we have undertaken. Harry Ferguson President OTHER OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Brad Burnham, Sr. Frank Burr Peggy Clavin, Secretary-Treasurer Libby Cook Mary Horn Scudder Sinclair Charley Stepanek, Vice President - 4 - FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION FINANCIAL REPORT June 1985 Balance on hand June 1984 Income- Dues collected- Contributions- Donations - Total Transfer of funds from Bank Account- Total deposits Expenses- Postage- Cover- Annual report F.I. Utility-Tel. & postage meter- Postal Instant Press (Annual Report) E.Clarke clerical service Rodent Control- M.Clavin secretary- Student Council clean up FI School (cards) Trust for Public Land John Prentiss (maps) Sullivan Printing- Bank service charges Total Balance on hand June 1985 Balance in Savings account- $78.34 $524.00 717.00 72.00 1316.00 2500.00 $3,816.00 226.60 30.00 487.21 828.95 500.00 352.64 400.00 50.00 24.75 635.00 11. 50 179.70 73.17 $3799.52 $94.82 $4697.30 Please note that the Association is operating at a deficit. Your contributions and payment of dues will help keep us economically sound. Dues are $5.00 per family per year 3.00 per single per year payable now. paYa#tlt'&<-^~~ ~~/i~ ~~~ I wish to pay dues to the Fishers Island Civic Association for the year June 1985- June 1986. Dues are $5.00 per family. or $3.00 per single person. You must pay dues if you are enrolled in the Blue Cross Plan for Fishers Island. All other dues and contributions are gladly accepted to keep our programs going. Please use this form to enroll. NAME ADDRESS AMOUNT PAID DUES CONTRIBUTIONS Send to P.O. Box 464, Fishers Island, N.Y. 06390 BLUE CROSS - BLUE SHIELD 1985 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. ~embership dues are $3.00 for an individual and $5.00 for a family, yearly, payable to The Fishers Island Civic Association, Box 464, Fishers Island, New York 06390. Blue Cross/Blue Shield bills are sent out the lOth of the month and payment is requested by the 21st of the month for the following month. As of June 1, 1985, we have 54 BC/BS members in the 007296 Group and 40 members in the "Over 65" Group. BC/BS has recently obtained permission from the Department of Insurance to merit rate small groups (3-99) such as ours in calculating premiums based on experience. Thus our premiums have increased as follows and are guaranteed for one year. Rates are as follows as of April 1, 1985. Husband/wife (2) Husband/wife (3) children $151.88 $200.39 Single (1) Over 65 (1) $ 75.94 $ )4.2) Subscribers are urged to update change in their membership in the event of any change in life style such as marriage, addition to family, child over 19 wishing to be covered while in college, or divorce. A copy of the 1984 Annual Report for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Connecticut is being placed in the waiting room of the Doctor's Office if anyone wishes to look at it. Evelyn Clarke Custodian Master Plan Study Committee Last aummer, the Master Plan Study COMmittee waa 1nst1tuted to assure that Fishers Islanders would have a voice in the rezoning of the West End of F1shers Island Wh1Ch was occurr1ng as a result of the ongo1ng Southold Town Master Plan proJect. The committee was announced (on the Post Office bullet1n board) and sollcited part1cipat1on from anyone who was 1nterested in contributing zoning recommendations to the Town of Southold for the West End of F1shers Island. UltiMately, the committee was comprised of a diverse group of 15 people which included year round resIdents, seasonal resIdents, end representatlves of Island businesses. As a group and uS1ng the current zon1ng map as a gU1de, th1S cOMmittee composed a proposed recommended zoning map. The committee's proposed zoning map 1S very similsr to the exist1ng zoning map. Notable exceptions include the recommendation that the properties directly across the street from the msin entrance to Fishers Island School be changed from business to low density residential and the identification of environmentally sensitive areas (such aa wetlands) that should be preserved 1n the1r current state. Included in the recommended preserved areas are the Town owned Parade Grounds and U.S. Government owned Naval Stat10n properties. This map was then presented to the Fishers Island publlC at the November, 1984 Civic Association Meeting which was attended by Southold Planning Board Chairman Bennett Orlowski and Town Supervlsor Frank Murphy. The map galned publlC approval at the meeting. It became evident that the permanent preservatlon of the Parade Grounda and Naval Station properties ahould be a high priority and several questions concernlng the potential action that could be taken by the Town to assure this permanent preservation status were addressed to Supervisor Murphy. The Fishers Island recommended zoning map was submitted to the Southold Town Plsnnlng Board for their consideration. Within the last month, the Southold Town Plannlng Board has submitted a proposed Master Plan to the Southold Town Board. Tnere will be several public hearings (at least one on Fishers Island) before this proposed plan cen be approved by the Town Board. Due in large part to our new Town Planning Board member, Kenneth Edwards, lt appears that Fishers Island zoning wIll conform, WIth very few exceptions, with the Fishers Island reco..ended zoning aap. However, still at issue are the Parade Grounds and Naval Station properties. The current recommendation from the Town is low density (3 acre minimum per dwelling) residentlal zoning. At the May, 1985 Clvic Association meeting (also attended by Mr. Orlowski and Supervisor Murphy) the public sentiment was overwhelmingly opposed to this recommendation. No agreeable alternatives were proposed by Supervisor Murphy at that time, but he assured the public that the Town wlll work to resolve the problem. Steve Malinowski, Chsirman 1J1is~rrs 3Jsluttb Q!rmrtrrirs COMMITTEE OUR LADY OF GRACE CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH UNION CHAPEL Grant Sanger, Chairman Thomas W. Russell, Jr., Treasurer Dorothy Edwards Helen P. McKown Elizabeth Peishoff 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. Il.(llndl Qonoghy, Secretary I} The Price of ea~_plot will be residents and $~~ for summer I~" $~. for year-round 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 also adopted by the Committee and subsequently agreed to by our Churches: I} 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 IP" b. Flowers must be maintained by family. c. All funeral decorations must be removed after I 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 Fishers Island Ferry District Durrict C,tatt'd B, Spectal Act of '1M N. Y. Srau Utisla~TCU..aUlJ of N. Y., '9047. ChaPin 699) 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 RACE POINT 1985 represents the beginning of a new era for us in terms of our service to Fishers Island. With the acquisition of our new vessel, RACE POINT, we expect to be able to provide better and more timely service to the island community. The need for a larger vessel to replace OLINDA has been demonstrated in the increase in demand for ferry service over the past several years. In 1978, the first year for MUNNATAWKET, our vessels carried 78,000 passengers and 15,000 automobiles. Steady increases since that year brought the 1984 totals to 104,000 passengers and 24,000 automobiles. As anyone who is familiar with the ferries will readily attest, we have been severely strained in trying to get passengers, automobiles and freight to or from the island on more than one occasion. RACE POINT should have an automobile capacity of approximately 30 to 35 automobiles (de- pending on size). When combined with that of MUNNATAWKET, much of the strain should be alleviated and a great many persons will be able to travel with their automobiles at desired times. NEW FERRY SLIP-NEW LONDON To accommodate RACE POINT dock work is presently in process at our terminal in New London. When completed, both vessels will lie in southerly to southeasterly directions when berthed. This direction is more favorable when storm conditions create swells in the Thames River. FAREWELL, OLl NDA Upon receipt of RACE POINT we shall be saying farewell and Godspeed to OLINDA. Her trade-in value was a part of the con- tract for the construction of RACE POINT. OLINDA has served Fishers Island for over 18 years and will be missed by many. She has been purchased by an oyster company in Norwalk, Conn. and will presumably be converted to that service. CITY OF NEW LONDON WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT The City of New London is presently active in pursuit of a viable plan to develop its available waterfront. The city is extremely interested in our present holdings in order to acquire the area from the New London City Pier to the Coast Guard buoy depot. Ferry District Commissioners and other per- sonnel have been attending meetings in New London to keep abreast of developments and plans. To date there have been no formal offers made with respect to the possible relocation of our terminal. The City of New London has been informed that the District is not interested in relocating unless its prox- imity to the railroad and bus stations will be approximately equal to that which presently exists. F. I. FERRY DISTRICT Page 2 AIRPORT REHABILITATION It is anticipated that Federal and State funds will become available this year to perform some badly needed maintenance on the runways at Elizabeth Airport. Bids are to be opened at the Suffolk County Department of Public Works in Yaphank on July 11, 1985 for "Removal and replacement of selected areas of existing asphalt concrete runway pavement, filling localized depressions by truing and leveling with asphalt concrete, apply- ing an asphalt emulsion slurry seal treatment on both existing runways and subsequent repainting of the runway markings." If all goes according to plan, the work will begin immediately after Labor Day. There may be some temporary delays in runway availability during the time work is in progress. It is not anticipated that any runway will be out of service for any ex- tended duration. NEW TO FISHERS ISLAND?? If you are new to Fishers Island, not listed in the tele- phone directory, staying for any period time and expect to re- ceive 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. With the exception of UPS packages and medicine, almost every item shipped via ferry incurrs a freight charge. Please have money with you to pay for you freight when you pick it up. Shipments up to 50 Ibs. nor- mally cost 50~, up to 100 Ibs., 75~. PICKING UP FOOD When ordering food from one of the markets in New London, please ascertain when your order will be delivered and be here to pick it up when the boat arrives. Unless specifically auth- orized, we will not leave food out after the freight office has closed. 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 people or create unnecessary delays in picking passengers. Also, please do not park directly in front of the terminal or on the dock area reserved for freight for purposes of getting reservations. 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. UNITED PARCEL SERVICE The Ferry District has contracted with the United Parcel Service whereby it will no longer be necessary for individuals to contact UPS when they wish to ship parcels from Fishers Is- land. A copy of the notice dated May 20, 1985 is on the following page. Fishers Island Ferry District Duma Craaud S, Specfal Ace of '1M N. Y. SllIt1J..r.,ulah.n (Lows of N. Y., 1H7. CIwIpc"" 6go) FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 ROBERT P. KNAUFF ManGIer. Secretary BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REYNOLDS duPONT, JR.. Cltolrmall RAYMOND F. DOYEN RICHARD S. BAKER JOHN C. EVANS THOMAS F. DOHERTY, IR. TELEPHONE 788.7463 Area Code 516 NOT ICE May 20, 1985 To All Fishers Island Residents Effective Monday, June 3, 1985 the Fishers Island Ferry Oistrict will accept outgoing UNITEO PARCEL SERVICE (UPS) packages from Fishers Island. It will no lonqer be necessary for each individual to make his own arranqements to send par- cels via UPS. The handling of UPS shipments will be accomplished as follows: 1. Packages for next day pickup by UPS will be accepted by the Fishers Island freight office between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Packages received on Friday will be for Monday pickup. UPS does not deliver or pickup on Saturday. The same will apply for next day air or second day air. 2. Packages shall be securely wrapped and should be checked to ensure that only the address of the party to whom the package is to be shipped appears on the package. The return address shall be the name of the individual sending the package %Fishers Island Ferry District, Foot of State Street, New London, CT 06320. The package must also bear the zip code of the consignee. 3. Packages may not exceed 70 Ibs. each. They may not exceed 108" length plus girth (distance around). 4. Charges will be determined based on weight of the pack- age and the zip code of the consignee which translates into a particular UPS zone. Packages will be weighed at the freight shed. 5. Charges for shipping shall be paid at the time of acceptance of the package. No charges to freight accounts may be made with the exception of the ferry freight charges. 6. There will be a charge of .50 per shipment to cover the UPS weekly pickup charge. This charge must also be paid when the package is presented for shipment. If you have any questions, please call the Manager at 463 (7463 after June 5th). Fishers Island Ferry District ~ FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 1985 IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Emergency Number for Fire or Emergency Medical assistance is 911. This is the ONLY three digit number in use on Fishers Island. Why is all fire equipment checked each Sunday? This assures us that the equipment is ready for instant use mechanically and that all portable equipment is in place and in working order. Also, this allows the personnel to become familiar with the portable equipment and with any new items that have been added. In addition to our once a month drill with a 2uff- folk County instructor. we travel to the training center at Yaphank. Long Island for trianing on special types of fires. This requires two sessions so that only half of our force is away at one time. The Department has prepared detailed maps of all fire hydrants on the Island. These are displayed next to the Radio Room so that the operator can mark the hydrant:; to be used at the fire that has been called in. In addition where hydrants are in a partly concealed location new markers have been installed for immediate location of such hydrants. During the last 12 months there were 38 fire alarms of which 13 were false alarms or minor fires. There were 52 ambulance calls many of which required the use of the ambulance boat, SEA STRETCHER. These various calls includ- ed motor vehicle accidents. a "search" mission and a missing person call. There wil'l: be two CPR courses.ppen,to the public: on July 23 and 24 and August 20 and 21 from 7 to 9 pm. This fall an 80 hour EMT course is planned. Sunday, May 26) the Eighth Annual Sea Stretcher Mara- thon was held. The money raised goes twoward the operation and maintenance of our ambulance boat. We will again be providing food and beverages for the Band Concert on the 4th of July. We will entertain all of, the Island children at the lq55 Christmas Party with Santa, gifts and entertain- ment. Our 1985 Annual Appeal makes all of these services possible and we express our appreciation for your generous support each year. FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Commissionell Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen W. Gordon Ahman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. PeishoC! Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. , Cha i rman EXHIBIT "A" GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET As of December 31, 1984 ASSETS Cash on Deposit $17,605.40 $17,605.40 Total Assets SURPLUS Available for future expenditures $17,605.40 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners W. Gordon Ahman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Peishoa Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr., Cha irman EXHIBIT "B" RESERVE FUNDS BALANCE SHEET Apparatus Reserve Fund Equipment Repair Reserve Fund Total Cash on Deposit Available for future expenditures Treasurer and Secretary Cath~rjne ] enssen $51,589.74 $ 9,119.52 $17,605.40 $78,314.66 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen W. Gordon Ahman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Peishoft Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr., Cha irman TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1984 RECEIPTS: Tax Revenue Check voided from 1983 Rental of Polling Place & Office Interest Bank error Refunds Total Receipts Balance at Beginning of Year Total Receipts and Balance $87,001.60 50.00 206.66 2,678.24 .01 611 . 20 $90.547.71 12,833.03 $103,380.74 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 Bank charge for cheeks Total Current Expenses Purchase of Equipment $ 4,440.00 14,792.00 8,104.70 .6,525.84 13,917.83 3,548.10 3,418.41 3,703.99 407.14 71.60 4,898.64 47.01 $63,875.26 $11,900.08 $10,000.00 $85,775.34 5,039.29 12,566.11 $103,380.74 Transferred to Reserve Funds Total Payments from General Fund Balance at End of Year in checking account Balance in General Fund Money Market account Total Payments and Balances FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners Treasurer and Secretary Catherine: Jenssen W. Gordon Ahman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Peishoff Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr. , chairman TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1984 RESERVE FUNDS: Apparatus and Equipment Reserve Fund: Balance on Hand January 1, 1984 Add: From General Fund Add: Interest Jan-Nov. Add: Interest December Balance on Hand December 31, 1984 $42,461.29 5,000.00 3,779.64 348. 81 $51,589.74 Equipment Repair Reserve Fund: Balance on Hand January 1, 1984 Add: From General Fund Add: Interest Jan - Nov. Add: Interest December Balance on Hand December 31, 1984 $ 3,446.29 5,000.00 611. 57 61.66 $ 9,119.52 ~ secretar~ FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P. O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Commissioners Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen W. Gordon Ahman Kenneth L. Edwards James A. Peishoff Richard S. Baker, Sr. Serge J. Doyen, Jr., Cha irman SUPPLEMENT TO TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 1984 Breakdown of Other Expenses: Office Expense Gasoline and Oil Inspection, Fire School and Convention Election Expense Dues Total Current Expense Listed as other Expense $ 154.95 1,838.21 2,487.86 207.62 210.00 $4,898.64 secre~arY-~ Commissioners: Raymond Doyen, Chairman Albert Dawson, Treasurer Howard Hancock, Secretary FISHERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT , FIS~ERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Due to recent rev~s~ons in N.Y. State and environmental regulations, Fishers Island must within a relatively short space of time, construct and install two pollution-free incinerators. By our preference, these incinerators should be of un-equal size, in order to better handle the seasonal swings in the Island garbage load from 12 tons per day in the summer to 2 tons per week in the winter. Preliminary studies have already been done, and at this point in time action needs to be taken as soon as practicable on the following steps. 1. Permitting We need an estimate of cost involved in applying for (and gaining) the necessary N.Y. State and N.Y. State environmental permits for the installation of the aforementioned incinerators, as well as for approval of the site plan, butler building and ash disposal pit. 2. Tes timony The Town of Southold, N.Y. (of which we are a part) will schedule a public hearing on the planned installation of these incinerators at an appropriate future time, preparatory to arranging financing for the project. We need a capable engineer to represent Us at this hearing who is knowledgeable on modern incineration and waste disposal methods and techniques, and who is well conversant as well with N.Y. State laws and procedures dealing with this topic. 3. Supervision and Follow-up of Project. After financing has been arranged and bids have been solicited for the burn units, we will need a project engineer to oversee operations, transportations of the incinerators to Fishers Island and their subsequent installation, as well as the cognate work of putting up a butler building, running in power and utility lines etc; and in addition making sure that our on-site personnel are properly trained in handling the new equipment. FISHERS ISLAND GARBAGE AND REFUSE DISTRICT I FISI-lERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Progress to Date (1) Chandler Palmer and King; Cummings and Lafayette, Engineering firms from Norwich Conn, have been engaged to do a cost study to determine the amount to complete this project. (2) The Site The propsed of the two incinerators, one with a capacity of 1,100 lbs, per hour and one with a capacity of 1,600 lbs. per hours is in the area of the present burning dump. (3) Permitting The needed permits are being gathered in order to fulfill require- ments and submit them for approval. FISI-tERS 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 yards capacity are available for rental. Contact R. Grebe, phone # 7249. Summer Residents It would be helpful if summer residents would notify Mr. R. Grebe when they wish regular garbage pick-up, phone # 7287. Mr. Kenneth Edwards Commissioner of the Garbage and Refuse District from 1977 to 1985 resigned in March of this year. He is now a member of the Planning Board of the Town of Southold. The Commissioners thank him for his past performance and wish him well in his new position. Howard Hancock was appointed as Commissioner to fill the vacancy. Howard Hancock, Secretary FISHERS ISLAND ; GARBAGE AND .REFUSE DISTRICT , FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 BUDGET fOP T~. Y?A? 1985 Commiasioncrs' fees and expenses Contract fJr garbage collection and .rna,intenance of burnable dump ; ..Le.ase of land Bonds' and insurance Of~ice expenses. including Advertising Legal expenses Ror'ent c::mtrol TrGnching and grading Engineering and stuc'!ies .of incinerators Other expenses TOTAL Less: Anticipated unexpended ba1a~ce Amount t.:) 'be ra:is8(J by taxes 8.000 100.000 15.000 2.300 500 1,500 600 5.000 25.000 2,000 159.900 4.900 lSS,OOO FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY, INC. BOX 553 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 The Fishers Island Conservancy is a new conservation-minded ~roup founded in February of 1985 as a non-profit corporation 1n the State of New York. Its aims are to act within environmental, conservational and preservational modes to preserve and enhance the quality of life and the priceless natural resources of Fishers Island and its surrounding water. The current Board of Directors consists of: Louise Doyen Edwin Horning John Thatcher Jr. Reynolds duPont, Jr. Natalie Rafferty Mary Wood Fully registered as an environmentally oriented non-profit corporation in N.Y. State, the Conservancy plans an Island wide fund appeal in mid-summer of 1985. It has applied for full tax-exempt status under section 501: (c), (3) of the Internal Code. Basic areas of current concern and attention include: 1. Pollution dangers to surrounding sound and ocean waters (sludge dumping, drift garbage, etc.) 2. Preservation of Island fisheries, birdlife and wildlife. 3. Preservation of our lobster resources from poaching, pollution and illegal intrusion. 4. Preservation and enhancement of our shoreline, wetlands, and plant life. 5. Encouragement of safe and environmentally sound pest control measures. 6. Encouragement of the continuing formation of nature preserves and sanctuaries. 7. Evaluation and appraisal of such vital Island services as fresh water su~ply, proper waste disposal and in- creasingly costly energy resources. 8. Consideration of vehicle traffic and building development. How much is too much? How little is too little? What effect on our environment? We hope to cooperate with such existing Fishers Island agencies as the Civic Association, the Ferguson Museum, etc. and welcome support from all Fishers Islanders, both "seasonal" and "year round." Inquiries and/or contributions may be sent to: Louise Doyen, Treasurer; Fishers Island Conservancy, Inc. Box 553, Fishers Island, N.Y. 06390. For the Board of Directors, John Thatcher, Jr.President The Henry L. Ferguson Museum Fishers Island, New York 06390 HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM ANNUAL REPORT (June 1984-June 1985) FOR THE FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION *** The Henry L. Ferguson Museum in 1985 will celebrate its 25th anniversar~ The past year has been a most rewarding one. Attendance figures showed a new high and enthusiasm for the museum's collection was evident among both the younger and older visitors. The treasurer's annual report indicated that income again exceeded expenditures. The museum is supported entirely by its "FRIENDS" special donations and by its modest invested endowment. The special exhibition for the summer of 1984 was .JOHN WINTHROP JR. and FISHERS ISLAND. Many visitors enjoyed reading the historical documents which indicated some of the hardships of life on the Island nearly 350 years ago. A special thanks to the Historical Committee for their help with this exhibition. Each summer, the museum plans an off-island excursion for its "Friends". In past years trips have been taken to Stonington, Little Gull Island and Gardner's Island. In 1984, a visit was made to the Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme, then on to Steam Boat Dock in Essex with luncheon at the Griswold Inn. A final stop was made at the Lyman Allyn Museum in New London. Watch for notice of the 1985 summer adventure, just possible to Block Island. During the summer of '84, the museum commissioned an Ecological Field Study of the Middle Farm Flats area. The study was conducted by Ms. Julie Zickefoose, biologist for the Connecticut Chapter of the Nature Conservancy. Among her findings~re: 9 types of fur bearing animals; 11 types of snakes and turtles; 6 kinds of shellfish; 12 kinds of fish and approximately 145 different birds (many migratory). Curator of the Museum, Edwin Horning and Carey Matthiessen were most helpful to Ms. Zickefoose in the collecting of data for the report. A copy is available at the museum. In July of '84, the chief archeologist of the state of New York, Robert Funk, visited the Island and presented a scientific slide lecture of the Indians of this region. In June of 1985, Mr. Funk and John Pfeiffer, a Connecticut archeologist, will again visit the island to explore the possibilities of undertaking a professional "dig" under the auspices of the Henry L. Ferguson Museum. During the past few years the museum has acquired nearly 50 acres of land at both the East and West ends. Some land was donated and some given under the 'easement' procedure. The museum is actively seeking land of ecological importance, land at either end of the island which will remain in an 'open' and natural state in perpetuity. Now available at the msueum is a newly published, free, Land Trust brochure and Preservation Options for the Landowner. Stop by and pick one up or talk to any member of the museum's Land Trust Committee: Richard S. Baker, L.F. Boker Doyle, Charles Ferguson, G.Carey Matthiessen, Robert J. Miller. In the Fall of '84, a new committee was formed. It is the HERBARIUM COMMITTEE under the direction of Penni Sharp. A collection of botanical specimens has already been started and the special summer of '85 exhibition will THE FERNS OF FISHERS ISLAND. The Birds, Indian Artifacts and Island HiStorical material will also be exhibited. The clearing of the trails is never ending. On Labor Day, weekend volunteers with clippers and saws opened many of them anew and they now offer many beautiful vistas and wildlife habitats. Take a walk through the Betty Matthiessen Wildlife Sanctuary ( the peninsula in the Oyster Pond) just one of five which is managed by the H.L.F. Museum. The museum has high expectations for the future and will depend as in the past upon its many loyal friends for support. It has an important role to play in the expanding island life. It is a museum for the whole family and its Board of Governors are dedicated to enriching the lives of both the summer and year round residents. In its 25 years, the Henry L. Ferguson Museum has gained recognition for its outstanding ornithological and archeological collections. The collection of historical documents, photographs, maps, paintings and memorabilia is growing but must be expanded. One area in which resident can help is by providing any information on the architectural structures which exist today. The Historical Committee needs phographs of houses, name of architects (if known), who built it? when? additions ,etc. Please help save this segment of Island history. Charles B. Ferguson President We have added two new species of birds to our collection; the American Coot and the Cerulean Warbler. Also we sent to the peabody Museum at New Haven the female osprey that was electrocuted last summer. It is now on display at the Museum. On July 4, 1984 Richard Ahman brought to us a very rare turtle for Fishers Island. It was a Diamond-backed Terrapin. The turtle had been caught in a lobster trap by 1enneth hdwards Jr. It was caught under 20feet of water in West Harbor. The turtle was photographed, measured and released. The spring bird migration began on February 25 with redwinged blackbirds passing through the Island. They were followed by woodcock on February 28 , oystercatchers on March 11, osprey on March 19 and then by the warblers beginning on April 27 with the arrival of a black-and-white. 18 different species migrated through .r'ishers Island. The rarest of these were the hooded, the cerulean and the Tennessee. Also during the spring migration an unusually large number of brant appeared, about 500. On !'~ay 14 4 glossy ibis were feeding in the pond at the Fort. The most recent of the rarities was a black skimmer seen near Race Point on June J. On May 11 and 12 a Birdathon was done on the Island for the Great Gull Island Tern Project for Helen Hays. 74 species were seen. I wish to thank all of the people who sponsored me in this undertaking. Once again a barred owl nested on the Island this spring. One baby owl was fledged. A picture of the baby taken by Charles Morgan is on display in the Iluseum. During the month of August Jackie Williamson presented a slide talk on India and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. Everyone enjoyed a vicarious visit to most interesting places. Later Dolly Chapman once again gave a slide talk on her return trip to China. Dolly knows just what pictures will interest us. We all gained both knowledge and pleasure from both of these talks and both will probably be with us again this year. Once again this year we will do the Gature Walks. Ech walk will start at the Museum at 2 l'.M. The childrens walk will be on Tuesday and the adult walk on Wednesday. The Museum acquired a handsome mounted cock pheasant. This mount was donated to us by Mr. Morgan Reichner. Come visit the Henry 1.,. Ferguson Museum, bring the whole fami.ly and enjoy the expanding collections. The liluseum is open on Monday through Saturday from 10 A.f~. to 12 Noon, and on 3unday from 11 A.M to 12:30. Charles B. Ferguson .r're s ident . Edwin H. Horning Curator ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT, INC. BOX 344 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 May, 1985 Dear Fishers Island residents and friends: It may be helpful to everyone on Fishers Island if we start by quoting an excerpt from the charter of the Island Health Project: "The Island Health Project is a non-profit corporation organized under New York law for the purpose of providing adequate health service to Fishers Island on a year-round basis." Its members and directors are full-time or part-time Fishers Island residents. In September 1974, the Project obtained a ruling from the Internal Revenue Service that contributions are tax-deductible to the donors. The Health Project owns and maintains the medical building which provides a home for the doctor and a clinic for the community. The Project is responsible for acquiring and maintaining the necessary medical equipment. Because total expenses, including doctors' salaries, exceed patient fees, the Project is also responsible for raising funds through contributions to cover the deficit. since August of last year the Projec~'s medical office has been manned by the faculty and staff of the Emergency Department of the St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center. That Center is New York City's largest private hospital with over 1300 beds. Its Emergency Department, which sees over 150,000 families every year, has the City's most modern and best equipped facility. The Center is also the largest teaching hospital of Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons. The physicians in residence on the Island will be available for office visits during posted hours throughout the week (except Sundays). They will be on call for emergencies at all times and are trained and experienced in medical, surgical, pediatric and psychiatric care. Under the supervision of st. Luke's-Roosevelt personnel, the office pharmacy has been completely reorganized and updated. A doctor's bag has been created for the special needs of Fishers Island housecalls. A new portable unit is on hand for dealing with the most complicated cardiac or respiratory emergencies. The physicians have been meeting regularly with the Fishers Island Ambulance team to help keep them current on new techniques and maintain their skills at the highest standard. Moreover, we now have that essential tool of all doctors, a medical library. We are glad to report that continuity of our medical records, a justifiably serious concern of all of us, will soon be made a basic part of the system through the consistent maintenance of newly designed patient charts. -2- Our longstanding and close association with Lawrence and Memorial Hospitals in New London remains unchanged. Although Mrs. H. Lawrence Bogert, after many years of truly dedicated and extremely effective service to Fishers Island and the L & M community, has retired as a Trustee of the New London hospital, Mrs. John C. Evans has taken her place on that board to continue this close working relationship. In addition to our ongoing system of referrals to L & M doctors and facilities, the senior faculty of the st. Luke's Roosevelt Center are available for telephone consultations whenever necessary. The Fishers Island program at St. Luke's-Roosevelt is under the management of Dr. Stephan G. Lynn, Director of the Emergency Departments of both the St. Luke's and the Roosevelt units of the Center and Dr. Emil F. Pascarelli, Director of Ambulatory Care. The Lawrence and Memorial program is under the direction of Dr. Harold A. Engelke. These men are committed to the success of the program and to high-quality health care on Fishers Island. Future plans call for the sale of our x-ray equipment and the renovation of the x-ray room into a laboratory. The current lab facility will be converted into a second examining room. The directors of the Island Health Project believe that these new arrangements, which are innovative, will provide the Island with the best available medical services. The Project and the doctors will work very hard to that end. For the new system to become the established basis for a new level of excellence on the Island we need one more thing - your financial support. Your tax-deductible donations to the ongoing expenses of the Health Project will be much appreciated and, of course, will be put to good use - in your behalf. Checks should be made payable to "Island Health Project, Inc." and sent to P.O. Box 344, Fishers Island, New York 06390. For your records the tax number is 23-7391122. Through the great generosity of a few people, the Project has started a permanent endowment fund, the purpose of which is eventually to assure the long-term viability of the Island's health-care program. Any member of the Board would be glad to discuss with you major gifts to this endowment. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mrs. H. Lawrence Bogert, Co-chairman Mr. William Faulkner, vice President Mrs. Catherine Jenssen, Secretary Mrs. Richard G. Ahman Mrs. Reynolds duPont Jr. Mrs. 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 ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT, INC. BOX 344 FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 Financial Report Receipts 1984 Contributions HOG Tournament Re-imbursement Doctors fees collected Endowment Disbursements 1984 Doctor Subsidy Malpractice Insurance Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance House Insurance Maintenance & Repairs of House Medical Equipment, Maintenance & Clinic supplies Secretarial and Office Expense Accountant Fuel Oil Telephone Electricity Water HOG Expenses Special (Leased line, Loran-Sea Stretcher & Misc.) Repairs to Amigo Endowment Fund Balance December 31, 1984 .$ 37 , 597 .73 11 , 200.00 243.86 1,438.00 500.00 $50,979.50 $29,173.00 4,614.00 1,595.48 741.23 15,604.08 5,209.60 3,794.59 590.00 2,965.09 1,466.80 1.154.66 203.33 2,351.08 3,536.04 441.23 $73,440.21 $111,827.33 Any donation to this fund will become part of the principal and the interest earned will be used for operating expenses or as the Board of Directors deem necessary. F"ISHERS ISLAND LIBRARY ASSOCIATION P. o. sox 366 FISHERS ISLANO NEW YORK 06390 The flowers are once again blooming in the large tub on the Fishers Island Library Green and bright red blooms welcome readers young and old on the steps of "the old schoolhouse". The Library Summer Hours are posted clearly by the door and Ann Kowalczyk is there to cheerfully help everyone to find a book. SUMMER HOURS: June 17 - September 14 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00 - 12:00; 1:30 - 5:00 Wednesday & Saturday 9:00 - 12:00 There are many current books for your summer reading pleasure, amoung them: The Call by John Hersey Once Upon a Time by Gloria Vanderbilt The Beans of Egypt Maine by Carolyn Chute Proof by Dick Francis See you Later Alligator by William Buckley Breaking with Moscow by Arkady Shevchenko Inside, Outside by Herman Wouk If Tomorrow Comes by Sidney Sheldon The Raj Quartet by Paul Scott Iacocca: An Autobiography library years of The library would like to service to the board and all friends thank Edwin Horning for library. We miss him. of his the 25 A story hour is being planned for the summer and we would love to hear the parents opinions of the most convenient time for everyone. Come to the Library! If you have been there before; Welcome back! And if you are a new member we are sure you will be pleasantly surprised by the Fishers Island Library. Take a book to the beach and REALLY enjoy your relaxation. Board of Trustees: Mrs. G.C. Matthiessen, President Mr. Richard Hoskins, Vice-President ~1iss Mary L. Strunk, Sec. -Treas. Mrs. Robert Calhoun Mrs. Donald Edwards Mrs. Roberta Elwell Mrs. Robert Feagles Mrs. Robert Geniesse Mr. Richard Howard Mr. Henry Luce Mrs. A.N. Pagnotta Mr. Bernard Rafferty Mr. Talcott Stanley Mr. Robert Talbott Mr. Anthony West ~lr. Robert White -=/. ISLAND PEOPLE'S PROJECT Box 523 A Fishers Island, New York 06390 : . ~ Summer, 1985 Dear Fishers Islanders and Summer Residents: Another year, another program. This year, we welcome aboard Cindy Malinowski and Alexandra Kendall. As recent college graduates, they bring with them innovative and fresh ideas. Helping them will be Margaret Benkard, Margaret Chaves and Helen Hopkins as aides. Once again, our main fund raiser will be the Fireworks Cruise. It will be held on Saturday evening, July 6th, with Sunday, July 7th as the rain date. This year, we will have the Waterford Swing Band cruising with us aboard the "Race Point", keeping us entertained before the fireworks. Everyone is invited to attend. All tickets will be $15.00, but are in limited numbers. We also will be selling tickets throughout the summer on a painting by Allison Kibbe. The raffle will be held on August 16th. IPP will again participate in the 4th of July celebration. Corne and join the fun. There will be balloons, music, food, and fun. Awards will be given for the best-decorated bicycles in the parade. The summer program the school playground. and older are welcome. bership will be $25.00. will begin with registration on July 8th at 9:00 at It will continue through August 16th. Children 4 years Family membership will be $50.00 and individual mem- This year the program will be Monday through Friday, 9:00-12:00 for arts and crafts, tennis, bowling, and softball. Swimming will begin with mini-swim on Monday-Wednesday-Friday at 1:00 at Dock Beach. Other swimming instructions will be offered at 1:30, Monday-Friday, excluding Tuesday which we set aside so that the children can participate in the afternoon Nature Walks with Ed Horning. These nature walks are really a special event, and are open to adults as well as children. Times will be posted. Our Craft Shop will be open, carrying many handicraft items and goodies. So please stop by. The Bowling Alley hours are to be announced. The Art Show will be held on August 17th on the Post Office Green. Island Peoples Project will hold its annual public meeting on August 10th at 10:00 at the School. Everyone interested, please attend. Also, if you have some volunteer time that you could give us with new ideas and energy, we could use your help. Happy Summer! Island Peoples Project Kathleen Zanghetti, President ~ ISLAND PEOPLE'S PROJECT Box 523 A Fishers Island, New York 06390 : . ~ FlNN~ClAL REPORT 1984 Expenses Payroll Supplies Telephone Rent Postage - Printing Insurance Equipment Maintenance Accounting Halloween - Easter Honorariums Taxes TOTAL EXPENSES Receipts Contributions Memberships T-Shirts Raffle Art Show Miscellaneous ($1,000 transfer funds) TOTAL RECEIPTS $ 4,388.43 236.90 47.30 900.00 262.76 3,572.45 338.90 498.00 130.00 325.00 1,403.51 $ 4,199.00 3,970.00 265.96 708.50 55.00 1,060.00 $ 12,103..25 $ 10,258.46 ghe Glishers c!hland C?1;hool U.F.S.O. #4. FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 08390. (!518) 788-7444 EDUCATIONAL SUMMARY 1984-1985 Although this has been a year "ready for change," it has been a productive year in the Fishers Island School District. The year has been a successful one with many positive gains for education in our school district. ENROLLMENT AND STAFF Enrollments for the 1984-85 school year were as follows: Nursery through Grade Six Grades Seven through Twelve 30 students 18 students Total 48 students Decl ining enrollment is a concern to everyone on the Island; however, our enrollment seems to have reached a level ing off point. The school does meet minimum staff and academic requirements as recommended by the New York State Education Department. There will be a change in the school administration in that Dr. Will iam R. Haase, who has been school superintendent for the past eleven years, will retire effective June 30, 1985. Dr. Thomas A. Roy, an Assistant Superintendent in the Ithaca School District, will become the new school superintendent for Fishers Island effective Ju I y 1, 1985. Mr. Edwin H. Horning, elementary science teacher, will be retiring on June 30, 1985, after thirty-four years of service in the school district. 1985-86 BUDGET There is continued difficulty in preparing the budget because of the lack of State Aid. With this concern in mind, the Board of Education continually seeks ways to prepare a budget to maintain the educational standards as effectively and as economically as possible. On May 14, 1985, the new budget was approved by the voters (43-6). A negotiated contract between the Board of Education and the Fishers Island Teachers' Association was completed on April 18, 1984. This contract is for a three-year period ending June 30, 1987. EXTRA CURRICULAR Many inte~esting p~og~ams occu~~ed du~ing the school yea~. The talents of ou~ students and teache~s we~e noted on many occasions th~oughout the yea~. Ou~ Senio~s went on an eight-day Ca~ibbean c~uise, G~ades One th~ough Six t~aveled to Boston to visit the New England Aqua~ium, the Boston Child~en's Museum, and the Boston Tea Pa~ty Museum. G~ades Eight th~ough Twelve went on a th~ee-day cultu~al t~ip to New Yo~K City (to see the B~oadway show, CATS) and to Philadelphia to visit the Edga~ Allan Poe house, the Philadelphia Museum of A~t, Fai~mont Pa~K, the Japanese Ho~ticultu~e Cente~ and Tea House, the Pensylvania Ballet and the South St~eet Mode~n Dance Company. Athletics, as usual, played an impo~tant pa~t in the students' I ives with both boys' and gi ~l s' basKetball teams, a co-ed softball team and a golf team. Othe~ outstanding events included ou~ Open House, a BooK Fai~, the Ch~istmas and Sp~ing Conce~ts, the Science Fai~, the A~t Show, Awa~ds Night, and many inte~esting student fund-~aising activities. The highl ight of the yea~ was the d~ama p~oduction of A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD/A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE with 100% pa~ticipation by the high school students. All th~ee pe~fo~mances we~e well attended. CONCLUSION Education is a challenge, and it is ou~s to continue and uphold ... the people, the Boa~d of Education and the school staff. The education of ou~ youth is one impo~tant pa~t fo~ the futu~e of Fishe~s Island. Continued suppo~t fo~ education in ou~ school dist~ict will p~ovide the oppo~tunity fo~ a bette~ Fishe~s Island. BOARD OF EDUCATION Cathe~ine J. Jenssen, P~esident Sa~ah B. Mal inowsKi, Vice-P~esident Richa~d G. Ahman Cathe~ine HancocK G~ego~y C. Thibodeau Will iam R. Haase, Supe~intendent RODENT CONTROL What are you doing to help control rodents on Fishers Island? Even though you may not have rodents on your property you should be using certain precautions: Keep trash and garbage in rodent proof container, do not leave bird seed and suet where it will attract rodents, particularly at night and do not leave food for pets outside. If there is evidence of rodents, such as faint trails along wall or foundations, apparent gnawing on door bottoms, etc. you should put out WARFARIN type poison, in approved "feeder" stations. Our Civic Association realizes the importance of control and generously supplies the "bait" with- out charge. Also, they provide approved "Feeder" stations at approximate cost. Call A. D. Dawson Telephone 7526 FISHERS ISLAND DEVELOPMENT GORPORATION June 15, 1985 Reply to: Fishers Island, New York 1985 REPORT TO FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION Today FIDCO owns about 240 undeveloped acres at the East End plus all the land and most of the buildings used by the Fishers Island Country Club. The Club rents the golf course and club buildings from FIDCO. Also owned by FIDCO are a few buildings and some unused property at the Fort. It owns the Fishers Island Yacht Club buildings and that marina. Its other holdings are approximately a fifty percent interest in the electric, water and telephone companies. FIDCO maintains the roads at the East end of the Island and provides "clean up" services to Isabella and Chocomount beaches on a twice-weekly basis. It also provides manning at the gate house at the beginning of the FIDCO private road in an effort to control the flow of traffic to the East end of the Island. The stock of FIDCO has been sold only to summer residents who are Club members and who own property on Fishers Island. Today there are 97 stockholders. The stock is often passed from father to son or daughter. When a family is no longer a property owner at the Island, FIDCO offers to repurchase the shares, at a reduced price, usually from the estate. In order to have funds to carry out its objectives, FIDCO from time to time solicits the purchase of its shares by new property owners. Over the years, when needed, FIDCO has exercised leadership in Island affairs. It first came into being during the thirties as Fishers Island Estates when the Country Club had financial difficulties and a group of the members purchased the golf course and the unsold lots. Substantial funds were again raised to buy the Fort when tpe U. S. Government put that property up at auction. Some of the latter was given as the site for the present school, and much of the remainder was sold to year-around residents and others at low prices. Most recently, FIDCO took the lead in organizing a group to purchase the land by the Ferry Dock formerly owned by the U. S. Government. The purpose of FIDCO is to maintain the quality of Fishers Island as a place to live and to visit. Inherent in this objective is to main- tain a sound Island economy. Considerable progress has been made the last few years. The memberships at the clubs have increased. Recent land sales by FIDCD have resulted in increased landholding by club members. Several houses have been built and others are under construction. At the same time, FIDCO does not believe in opening up the Island to full scale development. Thus, at the moment, FIDCO is not offering any of its additional land for sale. FIDCO's policy is to strike a balance between grow'h and "'abili'y. ~--,n~,,^~ ~( Stephen E. O'Neil President RAYMOND W. EDWARDS TOWN JUSTICE BOX 485 FISHERS ISLAND. N.Y. 06390 This year I will have completed my fourth year as your Justice/Councilman representing Fishers Island on the Southold Town Board. I look forward to the challenge of another four year term. These past years have moved by quite rapidly and have been very rewarding. The following are a few of the projects that I have accomplished during my term. 1. There is a new boat ramp for the launching of small craft at the entrance of the Peninsula. 2. Lights on the tennis court has made evening tennis available. 3. There are new basketball facilities at the Fort. 4. Fishers Island now has better control of mooring facilities in West Harbor with overnight anchoring prohibited in the inner harbor. Over $4000.00 has been submitted to the Town General Fund as a result of this program. 5. Another Bay Constable, Steve Malinowski has been added to assist lIarbormaster/Constable John Clavin. 6. I assisted in the program of bring the Department of Motor Vehicles to Fishers Island to take photos for drivers licenses. Over fifteen people took advantage of this service when the DMV came to the Island on June 19. Fishers Island is the only place in New York State where the DMV comes to the people. 7. No Parking areas in front of the Pequot Inne, Fruit Store/Grinder Shop and the drive-thru section at the Ferry Dock were installed at the request of the people. 8. I am very happy to have been a part of our mosquito control program. 9. Some new sidewalk sections have been repaired and more are planned. The position Justice/Councilman is more than a part time job. From January 1, 1985 to June 30, I will have made 23 trips to Southold which averages to one a week and most of these require overnight stays. I travel to the DMV in Riverhead twice each month and am willing to assist anyone with automobile, boat or trailer registrations. Last year alone, over 125 applications were hand carried between Fishers Island and Riverhead. I will continue to act as a liason between Fishers Island and the various Town and County Departments, Building Department, Veterans Affairs, Health Department, Social Services, Etc. I was pleased to have been a part of the selection of Kenneth Edwards Sr. to the Southold Town Planning Board. This appointment assures Fishers Island an active representative to this important board. New York State Trooper Kevin Quinn has returned to the Island to serve until November and he will be assisted by Trooper James Rugnetta. It is my pleasure to report that in 1984 Trooper Quinn received a Congressional Certificate or Merit for assisting in the successful rescue of a man trapped in a burning building. On August 7, at 1:00 PM Board meeting on Fishers Island. regarding any problems concerning the Town Fathers will hold This is your time to voice the Town. their annaul Town your questions I want to thank you all for adhering to the existing speed limits, 30 MPH on all Island roads and the 5 lWH on the waters of West Harbor. Have a safe and happy Summer. Sincerely, ~, &k~ us Post Paid Fishers Is. N.Y. 06390 Permit #4 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSN. FISHERS IS., N.Y. 06390 BOXHOLDER