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Home My WebLink About2001 = Q .- ~ = .- ~ Q rI.l rI.l < ~ .- ~ .- u ~ = = ~ rI.l ~ rI.l ~ QJ ..= rI.l .- ~ i, .. ex, '~J i\. ~'.'" . .<....., '/;-i: '-", 1.1- f ~ = = M ~ o ~ ~ ~ ~ Z Z < FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION Annual Report of Island Organizations Table of Contents Fishers Island Civic Association Fishers Island Harbor Committee Senior Citizens Committee Rodent Control Program Fishers Island Development Corporation Fishers Island Cemeteries Henry L. Ferguson Museum Fishers Island Conservancy Fishers Island Ferry District Fishers Island Fire Department Fishers Island Fire District Fishers Island Garbage & Refuse District Fishers Island Land Use Advisory Committee Fishers Island Library Association Fishers Island Lobstermen's Association Fishers Island School District Fishers Island Tree Committee Island Bowling Center Island Concerts Committee Island Health Project Island People's Project The Sanger Fund Walsh Park Benevolent Association 1 6 8 9 10 11 12 20 26 27 28 34 33 36 37 38 33 41 42 43 45 48 49 This year's first prize cover artwork was done by Jeremy Ellis, Grade 9. The second prize back cover artwork was done by Stephen Bean, Grade 6. The third prize inside cover artwork was done by Tazetia Yerkes, Grade 5. CONGRATULATIONS AND MANY THANKS!!! /; --"' ~ FISHERS P. O. Box 464 SSOCIATION 06390 631-788-7029 Dear Fishers Islander: Co-Pr-.tdihnls John Spofford Albert Stickney, III Herewith are the annual reports of the various Island organizations, With no resident government on the Island, FICA, since its founding in 1947, has acted as the forum in which everyone is able to raise issues that are believed to be important to the community, We have open meeting 4 times per year, with minutes being mailed to all members. We maintain close contact with the relevant agencies in the Town of Southold in order to bring our needs and concerns to the appropriate individuals in our municipality. Sec.! Trms. Nancy Hunt We interface with the other organizations on the Island, and each of our Board members is assigned a specific area to monitor, in an effort to avoid working at cross-purposes and duplication of efforts. It is important to realize that a great deal of volunteer time and effort goes into all these organizations to make the Island function. The community owes a debt of gratitude to all that participate in these efforts to safeguard and improve this truly unique place. Barry Bryan Mark Doty Mike Imbriglio FICA and its Board members are interested in hearing your concerns about the Island. Please contact us or members of any of our subcommittees to express your views or if you would like to become more involved in your community. Heather Ferguson ;arah Malinowski John Mettler. III Jay Parsons Carol Ridgway Penni Sharp Louisa Evans (ex-officio) 1 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION COMMITTEES 2001-2002 AIRPORT ANNUAL REPORT COMMUNITY CALENDAR BOATING SAFETY COURSE COMPUTER AND OFFICE SUPPORT DOCK BEACH PARK DUCKS UNLIMITED FISHERS ISLAND BUSINESSES FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY FISHERS ISLAND FERRY DISTRICT FISHERS ISLAND SCHOOL FISHING PERMITS, LOBSTER MEN FORT WRIGHT GARBAGE DISTRICT ISLAND CLEAN-UP DAY LAND PRESERVATION LANDMARK PRESERVATION LEGISLATIVE, LEGAL $100,000 DAMAGE AWARD AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES POLICE ADVISORY COMMITTEE QUARTERLY MEETINGS AND SIGNS ROADS AND SIDEWALKS RODENT CONTROL SENIOR CITIZENS STORM DRAINS AND HAY HARBOR TREES UTILITY COMPANY Jay Parsons Carol Ridgway Rosemary Baue Elby Burr, John Allen Jay Parsons, Bill Ridgway, Sarah Malinowski Nancy Hunt, Allie Randon, Gerrit Goss, Penni Sharp, Elby Burr, Jennifer Sanger, Peter Burr, Louisa Evans (Ex-otficio) Twig Stickney Heather Ferguson Barry Bryan Mike Imbriglio, Jay Parsons Sally Cashel, Mike Imbriglio, Catherine Kennedy, John Spofford Speedy Mettler, Dave Denison Peter Burr, George Esser, Pat Kibbe Barry Bryan, Mike Imbriglio, Mark Doty Mike Imbriglio, Charlie Stepanek Peter Burr (Town Committee Member), Jennifer Mancusi-Ungaro, Penni Sharp, John Ahlgren, Heather Ferguson, Na~ Hunt Stephanie Hall and Allie Raridon (Town Adjuncts), Susan Allen, Jan Burr, Sally Cashel, Sella Travers Barry Bryan, Tom Cashel, Bill Glendon Steve Malinowski, Penni Sharp, Stephanie Hall, Carey Matthiessen, Margie Purnell, Barry Hall, Barry Bryan, Nancy Hunt, Louisa Evans (Ex-Officio) Peter Burr, Speedy Mettler, Barry Bryan, Nancy Hunt, Frank Burr, Harris Parsons Mike Imbriglio Twig Stickney, Nancy Hunt, Mark Doty Dave Denison Cookie Edwards, Mary Ann Hand, Ginny Beggs, Patty Faulkner, Sella Travers, Sue Horn, Ann Marie Boudreau, Anita Lanziero, Louisa Evans, Ann Mudge, Beth Stern, Mary Pankiewicz, Carol Ridgway, Terry Crupi (Coordinator) Barry Hall Peter Burr, Twig Stickney, Nancy Hunt Carol Ridgway, Mark Doty 2 Fishers Island Civic Association Annual Treasurer's Report Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2001 Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2001 Assets (all at Fleet Bank except undeposited funds): Checking and Savings Accounts General Fund Checking Account General Money Market Savings Account Senior Fund Money Market Savings Harbor Fund Money Market Savings Dock Beach Park Account Other Current Assets Undeposited Funds (4 checks) Overpaid Bank Service Charges Total Assets Liabilities and Fund Balances Liabilities Accounts Payable Fund Balances Opening Fund Balances Net Income Total Liabilities and Fund Balances Total Profit and Loss for the Year July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2001 Income: Dues and Contributions Grant (from County for Dock Beach Park plantings) Program Income (Boating Safety, OpSail tickets) Interest Income Total Income Expense: Communication: Printing (Annual, Minutes, Appeal) Postage and Delivery Advertising Programs: Senior Lunches Safe Boating Instructors Prizes and Awards F. 1. Churches Dock Beach Park plantings Trees (from Southold) Rodenticide Administration: Secretary, Bookkeeping, Accounting Subscriptions Telephone and Electricity Office Supplies Bank Service Charges Total Expense Net Income 3 $2,016.50 1,425.83 233.00 411.24 120.00 100.00 125.00 1,000.00 350.00 179.26 5,685.00 44.00 1,016.30 817.05 185.78 $ 1,478.46 58,187.65 4,339.51 351. 73 1.727.61 65.00 94.65 $525.00 $60,187.16 5.532.45 $13,305.00 1,000.00 1,985.00 2,951.41 3,675.33 2,285.50 7.748.13 $66,084.96 159.65 $66.244.61 $525.00 65.719.61 $66.244.61 $19,241.41 13.708.96 $ 5.532.45 3:12 PM 07/06/01 Cash Basis FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION Profit & Loss July 2000 through June 2001 Jut '00 . Jun 01 Ordinary Income/Expenae Income 4125. GIfts 4010' Dues 4120. Grants 4140. Boating Safely Courae 4190. Opeall Cruise Tickets Totsllncome Expense 6020 . Advertlelng 6040 . Annual Report 6050 . Appeal 6120 . Bank Service Cherges 6175 . F.I. Churches 6235 . Minutes 6260 . Postage and Delivery 6266 . PrI_ & Awarde 6310' Sale BoatIng Courae Instructora 6315' Secretary. bookkeeping 6320 . Senior Account Expense 6330 . Subscrlptlons 6340 . Telephone 6360 . T.... from Southold 6390 . Utilities 6550 . OffIce Supplies 6570 . Program Expense Totsl Expense 20.00 13,265.00 1,000.00 260.00 1,725.00 16,290.00 Net Ordinary Income Other Income/Expense Other Income 7010 . Intsrastlncome Totsl Other Income 233.00 1,050.00 185.00 185,78 125.00 781.50 1,425.63 100.00 120.00 5,160.00 411.24 44.00 862.39 1,350.00 153.91 817.05 179.26 13,183.96 3,106.04 2,951.41 2,951.41 Net Other Income 2,951.41 Net Income 6,067.45 Pagel 4 3:12 PM 07/06/01 Cash Basis FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION Balance Sheet As of June 30, 2001 ASSETS CurrentAsselll Chocking/Savings 1000 . General Fund Chocking Account 1010' Money Merket Sevlngs 1020. Senior Money Market SavIngs 1030 . Special Hamor Money Mkt. 1040 . Park Account Total Chocklng/Sevlngs Other Current_ 1499 . Undepoail8d Funde Total Other Current_ Total Current Assets TOTAL ASSETS LIABILITIES & EQUITY Equity 3000 . Opening Sal Equity Net Income Total Equity TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 5 Jun 30, 01 1,541,41 58,219.35 4,339.51 351.73 1,727.61 66,179.61 65.00 65.00 66,244.61 66,244.61 60,187.16 6,057.45 -- 66,244.61 66,244.61 Fishers Island Harbor Committee PO Box 207 Fishers Island, NY 06390 An outgrowth of the Civic Association's Harbor Advisory Committee, this Committee was established by the Southold Town Board for the purposes of recommending policies for the management of waters surrounding Fishers Island. In so doing, the Committee acts as a forum for discussions on a wide range of issues raised by interested shoreline and harbor users. To date, the Committee has developed a Harbor Management Plan and necessary revisions to the Southold Town Code to implement the Plan. Both have been approved by the Southold Town Board. With much input from the Island community, the Committee has identified five overarching goals for managing Fishers Island waters and many policies designed to achieve these goals. Goals include: . maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the Island's surrounding waters and harbors and their supporting habitats; . ensure balance among existing uses of the Island's surrounding waters and harbors; . protect and maintain the shorefront character, heritage and existing quality of life; . promote and support access to the Island's surrounding waters and other resources in the shoreline area for all Island residents; and . provide for multiple uses of the Island's surrounding waters and harbors in a manner that assures safe, orderly and optimum use of the water and shore front resources. Copies of Committee policies are distributed with mooring permit stickers each summer. They are also available at the Yacht Club and are on file at the Library. The more general policies are outlined as follows: . All moorings at Fishers Island need permits and must display a yearly sticker. These permits are issued for the boat listed on the permit application, they are not transferable and will not be issued for moorings without a boat. . In West Harbor, moored boaters living aboard must moor in the mooring field east of Goose Island Channel. . There is no anchoring inside the "rock pile" in West Harbor and no o,"ernight anchoring in Hay Harbor. . Whether at anchor, moored, or on a dock, people living aboard a boat beyond 3 consecutive nights in a 14 day period need Committee apprmal. . Mooring permittees may lend their m(x)rings to guest boaters as long as the tackle can safely accommodate the guest and as long as the guest is registered with the Yacht Club or the Bay Constables. West Harbor guests living aboard must be in the east m(x)ring field. . All mooring permittees are asked to conduct a ,"isual examination of the surface gear and as much of the submerged tackle as possible on an annual basis and conduct a visual inspection of lower tackle every two years. . The dock at Dock Beach park is m"ailable to all residents of Southold "ilh tie ups 6 not to exceed 2 hours. Members of the 2001 Harbor Committee include delegates from the following Island organizations and interests: Elbert M. Burr, Jr Frank Bohlen Geb Cook Mike Conroy, ex-officio Reynolds duPont, Jr Kenneth L. Edwards, Jr Louisa Evans, ex-officio Leslie O. Goss Luis Horn, ex-officio Tom Johnson Baron U. Kidd Steve Malinowski Harris Parsons, Sr Mike Posey Margie Purnell Allie Raridon Nina Schmid William Stengel West Harbor Property Owner Fishers Island Yacht Club Fishers Island Conservancy Fishers Island Bay Constable Pirate's Cove Marine and Goose Island Corp Fishers Island Lobstermen Association Southold Town Board Fishers Island Civic Association Fishers Island Bay Constable Hay Harbor Club Fishers Island Development Corporation Aquaculture and Fishers Island Fire Department Fishers Island Club, Inc West Harbor Property Owner Hay Harbor Property Owner Island People's Project Committee Clerk Hay Harbor Property Owners Association The Committee meets several times a year in May/June, once during the boating season, and again in September/October. These meeting dates are posted on the PO bulletin board and are open to the public. Minutes and other documents prepared by the Committee are on file at the Fishers Island Library or can be obtained from the Committee Clerk. Each year the Town receives approximately $10,000 in Fishers Island mooring fees. In addition to the salaries and some expenses of the two Island Bay Constables, the Town of Southold maintains a line item for the Fishers Island Harbor Committee within its annual budget. The Town covers the administrative costs of the Committee (approximately $600), costs of annual mooring baIl stickers (approximately $350) and the hourly rate of $8 for the Committee Clerk. With proper notice, the Committee can make funding requests for special projects such as removing a piling or conducting a survey. For the last few years, mooring applicants have been providing extensive information as part of the mooring permit process. This information has been very useful to the Committee and Bay Constables for the purposes of patrols, understanding tackle condition and appropriateness, removing vacant moorings, and accommodating requests for new moorings each year. Permittees will be asked to continue providing this information in an effort to keep permittees (not just.service contractors) well informed about the condition of their tackle and keep the Committee up to date on the intended use of the moorings. 7 Fishers Island Senior Citizens The Fishers Island Seniors Committee, established in 1994, continues to serve our spirited and independently-minded seniors to maintain their Fishers Island lifestyle. We have tried to foster cohesiveness among the senior community by providing the opportunity for seniors to get together and share some time with each other. The senior luncheons, held once a month, October through May, were, as ever, our most popular social event marked with plenty of conviviality. Our attendance has grown and we always have between 23 and 26 attendees. We have found that our growth is an encouragement to our senior community. Everyone is filled with the anticipation of whom they might see and chat with at the next luncheon. Should a senior be visiting the Island on the third Thursday of the month (our anticipated luncheon date), we should be delighted to have you join us for luncheon. Just give me a call to let us know you are here. We continue to be most grateful to Union Chapel. Their social hall and kitchen allow us continuity that helps everything fall into place each month. The Fishers Island community at large has been the force behind the luncheon program. Without these good people setting up, cooking and cleaning up, we could not exist. Each month these luncheons are executed with panache! As a first we have had two all-male cook teams take over the kitchen. Pure poetry! Weare grateful for a program grant from IPP that brought us a shanty man from Mystic Seaport to sing for us. The Fishers Island School band entertained at Christmas; and our 1st and 2ad grade teacher played sentimental tunes for our February "bring a friend" luncheon and her class sang for us. We are always looking for new committee members. No experience necessary, just a desire to serve and have fun. Terry B. Crupi, Senior Aide, (631-788-7059) 8 FISHERS ISLAND CIVIC ASSOCIATION RODENT CONTROL PROGRAM Dear Fishers Islanders, Once again, your Civic Association is funding a rodent control program. We purchase a quantity of one of the finest rodenticides available, which comes in small plastic bags designed to fit into special feeder stations. The poison is supplied free of charge; the stations are made by students at the Fishers Island School and are sold as a fund-raiser. They are made from pressure-treated plywood and cost $20. If you wish to buy one, or obtain some rodenticide packets, please call me at 788-5627 or visit me at my summer home, Hay Harbor Golf Course. Many island rats are quite clean, and may even look cute scurrying around your yard or sneaking into your bird feeder. But they can pose a real health danger. For example, more people and pets in the United States are injured by rats each year than by falling meteorites. And, did you know that it is ILLEGAL for restaurants to allow rats to play in their kitchens? So, don't be embarrassed -- give me a call! And thank you for reading my report. Dave Denison, Rodent Control Coordinator 9 Fishers Island Development Corporation p.o. Drawer E Fishers Island, New York 06390 Frank W. Burr President June 2001 Thomas F. Doherty, Jr. Manager FIDCO acts as a Property Owners Association for the Park (east of the gate house), and as a holding company for numerous Island assets, including the Fishers Island Club, Fishers Island Yacht Club, partial ownership ofthe utilities and various buildings and properties. FIDCO's mission is to maintain the character, atmosphere and quality of life on Fishers Island. FIDCO's responsibilities include the improvement and maintenance of the East End roads, and the management or oversight of its' other assets. The revenues required to accomplish these tasks are derived from vehicle sticker fees, East End property assessments, dividends from the utilities and property rents. In the past year, in addition to the maintenance and improvement of our assets, we were active in other ways. We have continued to support the Conservancy and our lobstermen in their efforts to preserve sustainable fishing in our local waters. Further, with respect to the year round population, FIDCO remains actively interested in supporting thoughtful initiatives to enhance the quality of year round living. Finally, we have continued the process of establishing the feasibility of a recreational path on the East End. We welcome your suggestions, opinions and questions at any time. Sincerely, James Benkard Margot Bogert Barry Bryan Frank Burr Robert Calhoun Thomas Cashel Ellen Conant Peter Crisp Reynolds duPont John Foster Mark Gaumond Chauncy Goss Lee Hanley Baron Kidd Henry King Henry Luce Thomas Doherty Manager 10 Henry McCance John Mettler Robert Miller Sarah Moody James O'Keefe William Ridgway Katherine Sanger David Strupp Fishers Island Cemeteries The Committee for the Fishers Island Cemeteries currently has the following members: Ann Banks, Virginia Beggs, Harry Ferguson, Ella Foshay, Nancy Murphy, Elsie Parsons, Betty Peishoff, Mary Roberts, Edwina Sanger and Melie Spofford. The Committee is responsible for maintaining the cemeteries and enforcing the rules governing plantings and headstones. Stones must be no higher than twelve inches and no wider than four feet. They must face the direction of the entrance and be placed on a cement foundation. No footstones are permitted. No plastic flowers, plastic encasements or ornaments are permitted. Cemetery plots are only sold to those who either own property on the island or have been year-round residents of the island for at least five years. If you have any questions, need to confirm the boundaries of your plot or want a copy of the rules, please contact our secretary, Ann Banks. The Committee 11 THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM 41sT ANNIVERSARY 2001 NEWSLETTER VOL. 17, NO.1 MUSEUM HOURS JUI.YTHROUGH LABOR DAY FRI.-SAT. 9 A.M. - 12 NOON SUN. 11 A.M.-12 NOON By APPOINTMENT YEAR~ROUND: (631) 788-7293 FISHERS ISLAND, NY 06390 CURATOR: (631) 788-7293 WHERE DID THE MUSEUM GO? (photo: Coast guardsman from F.L Life Saving Station on patrol south shore. Date unknown. Coil. H.L.F. Museum) THE SUMMER OF 2001 HER E ! for the summer of 2001 Temporary Gallery for the H.L.F.M. "Bagley's Barn" (oppositethe F.L Yacht Club. C.B.F. we, colI. Bagley Reid) PLEASE NOTE: Bagley Reid has kindly donated the use of his "Barn" to be the summer home for a portion of the collection and for the display of the plans for renovation. In the Fall of 2000, under the able leadership of Valarie Kinkade of Museum and Collector Resource, Allie Raridon, A.LA., a professional staff and Museum volunteers, the Museum collections. were carefully packed and put into temporary storage. They will remain there until the renovated new facility is opened in 2002. Board Member Pierce Rafferty has arranged a most interesting exhibition, Fishers Island "Lost and Found." A description of "Lost and Found" follows on pages 3 & 4. Please see 'open' days and hours listed above. 12 PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Magnificent contributions to OSPREY CAMPAIGN 2000 have cnabled the Board to further visualize and plan for its future galleries, collections and activities. The Building Committee during the winter visited The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut, a Children's Museum in Norwalk and the Pequot Museum in Mystic. Innovative, educational exhibits were studicd and new dcsigns discussed for the Ferguson Museum. It was thought that a greatcr emphasis would be directed toward Junior members. Please refcr to the H.L.F.M. plan below and Note #7: Childrcn's Story Area; #11: Television Screen for exhibits; # 12: Natural History area for Junior exhibits; # I: The Tree House for Junior exploration. '1.~ ~/ ~,~ f z,-'~ I' '""".. -1 .L,\ ~~. ~ ) ~~~~.. ~. :::;:'').. :I ..,.'--~ ................ t.""'.... -- .,....,.... 8. ~ t'''_ IC>. 2-t. Plan view ofH.L.F. MUSEUM 2001 (see legend) (Albert, Righter & Tittmann, architects, Boston, Ma., assisted by Allie Raridon, Assoc. A.I.A.; Valarie Kinkade, Museum and Collector Resource) 1. Tree I-louse for Nat. I list. E:xplomtiol1 2. Library: resenrch, computcr, lectures 3. Cases for habitats 4. Dioramas S. Birds nests 6. Telescope 7. Children's story area 8. Natural Hist. 9. Naturall.list. 10. F.I History II. TV for exhibits 12. Natural Hist. Junior exhibits 13. Coats 14. Lavatory 15. Desk area 16. F.I History - changing 17. Archaeology 18. F.I Pcnmmcnt Hist. 19. Entry 20. Equestriwl Ave. 21. Parking Two rooms, separatea from the larger space, are the #2, LIBRARY and #18, a room for more permanent F.I. history . 13 Groundbreaking, Columbus Weekend, 2000 R. to L. Bagley Reid, Pierec Rafferty, Dick Bakcr, George Cook & Charlie Ferguson The large, main gallery is only interrupted by several small columns and moveable panels. In this gallery, there wiII be stressed the unique educational possibilities of the Island collcctions of History, Natural History and Archaeology. Where possible, 'hands-on' exhibits will be used. Most Fishers Islanders find the Island's history is of enormous interest. Plans are being explored to create a number of 'Station' areas. One might be Winthrop Fox Farming Era; another, the Development and Transition of the Island into a Summer Resort. Transportation, Fort H.G. Wright, Clubs and Sports will be other 'Stations.' Surely, Pirates, Wrecks, Hurricanes and Industry will be others. The Board welcomes ill:!Y suggestions. OSPREY, 84" x 44", bronze sculpture By WALTER T. MATIA. Gift from the Noyes Foundation to OSPREY CAMPAIGN 2000 EXHIBITION SUMMER 2001 Fishers Island "Lost and Found" .nis summer's exhibition, Fishers Island "Lost and 'ound," will open with a preview reception from 5 to 7 l.m., Friday, June 29th, at BAGLEY'S Bam, opposite :he F.I. Yacht Club. Board member and super sleuth Pierce Rafferty organized the exhibition and states: This year's Museum Exhibition focuses on Island structures, events and views that have been "lost" for a variety of reasons, including the passage of time, extreme weather, fire, changing tastes, and economic forces beyond our control. The assembled images let us ~ LOST AND FOUND Hay Harbor Golf Club at end of I" hole. c.1900 (coil. H.L.F.M.) "find" our history by reexamining familiar vistas that at one time featured businesses and buildings largely unknown today. Included are views of the Poultry Faml, Middle Fanns, East End (Winthrop) Fann, the clay pits, the hotels, the English Springer Spaniel Field Trials, the Horse Shows, shipwrecks and destruction from hurricanes and fires. The thirty or so images mirror the much larger collections which are now in temporary storage during the renovation process. :.-~ Hay Harbor Golf Club, present location, after devastating 1938 hurricane. (coil. Mary Pankiewicz) 14 MORE FISHERS ISLAND "LOST AND FOUND" Wreck of the Steamcr ATLANTIC, 1846 by N. Currier (coli. H.L.F.M.) On-line research by Board member Pierce Rafferty has turned up an astounding historical dctail: the engine of the Steamship Atlantic, which wrcckcd on Fishcrs Island in 1846, was salvaged and re-fitted into Steamship Brother Jonathan in 1850. This detail would hardly be worth mcntioning wcre it not for the fact that thc Brother Jonathan also came to such a famously tragic cnd. It was wreckcd in a fierce storm off the coast of Northern California ill 1865 with thc loss of 22 I men, woman and children. Only 19 survived in one lifeboat. LOST: A Fishcrs Island: Japanese Pond? Yes' Where? The Brother Jonathan was back~n the news in the 1990s after its discovery on the ocean floor by Dccp Sca Research Inc. TIle stcamship became the subject of an intense court battle for control of the wreck and its cargo, which had yielded over 1,200 rare gold coins. The case went all the way to the Supreme Court before the two sides settled, with Deep Sea Research getting 80 percent of the valuable coinage and the State receiving 20 percent, plus control of other valuable artifacts. Various on-line sites arc displaying underwater images of the wreck. An attempt will be made to obtain videotape from the salvage company that shows the wreck and its twice-cursed engine. Such imagcs will fit nicely into the shipwrcck display in the new Pcrmancnt History Room. BROTHER JONATHAN 1853, by Jamcs Bard (1815-1897) (courtesy Smith Gallcry, NYC.) ~ 15 NATURE NOTES with Edwin Horning, Curatol' An anonymous, most generous, museum benefactor made possible a 200 I birding trip to Belize for Curator Edwin Homing. It was sponsored by Cornell University's Lab of Ornithology, Utica, N.Y., from April 25th to the 28th. The small group was under the leadership of Scott Sutcliff.' They planed inland from Belize City to Chan Chich, meaning, appropriatcly, 'little bird.' ('Seott Sutcliff is the Associate Director of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.) --- Our museum curator L-t;:'~,', . Edwin Horning has a r vast knowledge of birds of the United States, not only of New England but also of Florida and Arizona, areas he recently visited. Ornithology in the Central American country of Belize for Edwin was extraordinary ! ~ l<EfL-ll;LL,Eb TOUc:.A.... (I'rE~Gl..SS...~ ~..~Q".4,-us) Edwin's 4 day stay began at 4 a.m. when, still-in bcd, he listened to the melodious sounds of a hundred or more nesting OREN PENDULAS. He listed twenty-five species the first afternoon, most new to him and with such exotic names as: MASKED TITYRA; PLUMEOUS KITE and OLIVE-BACKED EUPHONIOA.. Hummingbirds, woodpeckers, parrots and an OCELATED TURKEY joined Edwin's Life List. A few of the birds were familiar and visitors to Fishers Island: wood warbler; RED START on their Northern migration. Curator Horning writes: "What a great experience it was and THANK YOU to Mr. Anonymous! It was the trip of my life time. Now on South Beach I keep looking for a SLATY-TAILED TORGAN or a RUFOUS-TAILED JACAMAR, but alas, not even a KEEL-BILLED TOUCAN! (illustration above) From Curator Horning's Nature Notes - October 2000-May 2001 November 6th - 1,000+ earthworms dead in wheel rut, S. Beach 7'h - Otter seen near Ocean Pond 12th - Snowy owl at Race Point 14th - Ornithologist Paul Spitzer called. Visiting in spring to study relationship of Cornlorants and Ospreys January 200 I I't - Christmas Bird Count: 48 species counted; three species added to New London Count: snowy owl, sanderling and pheasant February 21" - Two redwings at feeder March 2-10 - Brant S. Beach 7th .- Golden eyes and redbreasted mergansers displaying 10th - Possible Harp Seal dcad on Money Pond beach 12th - First Oyster Catcher, S. Beach 21" - First returning Ospreys May 7'h - Golden Plover; Turnstones Black-bellied Plover; Semi-palmated and Least Sandpipers Ith & 13th - 3 Common Eider at S. Dumpling; GREAT GULL ISLAND BIRDATHON (NOTE: The H.L.F.M. pledges $1.00 per bird sighted as a donation to TERNS, The Great Gull Island Project, c/o Hclen Hays, Linnaean Society of NY. "Spotters" listed 71 species as its gift to the TERN PROJECT. 17th - Glossy Ibis Ith - Boat trip to "Changing South Dumpling Island." More than 50 Double Crested Connorants nests. The small island is all but denudcd. Several years ago the same nesting trees had nests of Grcat Egret, Snowy Egrct & Littlc Blue Hcron. S. Dumpling is no longcr a havcn for a variety of specics, mostly now a ncsting sight for Connorants. Guano anyonc? 1\1r. Homing's DAILY NATURE NOTES contribute significantly not only to the Fishers Island cnvironment but also to all of New York State and Southern New England. Our Museum is most fortunate to have Edwin and. Katherine Homing as staff members. Thcy will be available this summer at BAGLEY'S BARN on weekends and Mr. Horning will conduct his ever popular 'Bird Walks' on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. (See page 8.) 16 YOUR ISLAND MUSEUM IS... ^ GRAVE BY THE SEA . -y'" -;'c.'~.<""\... ~"'-'~~ .'- _ . _~::'':'o''_~ _. . -. ~:.::.:.._--=--" ,'" - ~~: --- -:--. -.:. '~"'. . 'Iff",. I ~l, FISHERS ISLAND HISTORY Gravestone of Rev. Samuel Pierpont, drowned while crossing the Connecticut River, April 1723. Marker originally to right of Third Green, F.I.C. Now at entrance to SI. John's Church. FISHERS ISLAND NATURAL HISTORY Birds, Bones, Bugs, Bats, Bass, Flora, Fauna...you name it- you'll soon see it again in new, allraetive and educational displays. AND new 'MARINE DIORAMAS' also. These arc the eomerstones of the Museum collections. All of them derived from Henry L. Ferguson's consuming passion for History, Natural History and Archaeology. More recently a fourth eomerstone has been added and that is the museum's work for LAN D PRESERVATION. Please see page 7. 11""1.",,,..,,,10 ,.1,,,,,,,,,1\011 c. ~ .""ro ~. '-. 111.""...".-,11,,, (.,,,,,l,_,; ~. f.,.""",,, ~'I" ,'H 1.v ".n Io.n r", ',W.' , ~,I ,,,,. FISHERS ISLAND ARCHAEOLOGY Professionals have not yet completed the archaeological study of the Island's earliest inhabitants which may date back to the Paleo-Indian era, perhaps 9,000 B.C. No artifacts from this period have yet been found on the Island, although evidence exists from other 'finds' in the region that nomadic hunters were here. Wooly Mammoths may have also been trudging the tundra at Choeomount! THE MUSEUM IS ITS MEMBERS The Museum sadly notes the passing of long-time Life Member Ellie Oakes (Mrs. Thomas). Ellie, on may occasions, joined the professionally led archaeologist 'in the pits' at several important sites. She contributed significantly to the unraveling of Pre-Columbian life on F.l. and she was a joy to be with with her ever-ready smile and humor. . * * * * * * . . Honorary Museum Board Member Albert H. Gordon will be 100 this July!! In his honor a "100 Miler Run" on the Island will be held the weekend of July 21 ". It will be sponsored by THE WISAHICKON WANDERERS CLUB. Proceeds will go for the benefit of the HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM. Further details will be announced. 17 LAND TRUST The Land Trust Committee reports that it now manages 23 parcels of Island acreage and conservation casements totaling approximately 100 acres. Seven years ago it counted only 9 parcels and 64 acres. The committee is ever on the alert to acquire "forever natural land"; if interested, please contact the museum's land trust committee for details. William Olmsted, Jr., referred to Fishers Island's eastern development as a "park," and his vision must live on and on. Thank you, FIOCO, for waiving all maintenance fees on museum-controlled land. FIOCO (FI Development Corp.) 1. HLF Museum on H.L.Ferguson Jr. Sanctuary, 3.7 acres, gift, 1965. .... 2. Albert Stickney III and Susan Stickney RACE POINT Sanctuary, 2.38 acres, donation, 1990 3. L.F. Boker Doyle Brickyard Sanctuary, 15.48 acres, gill, 1982-83 4. Barlow Pond Wildlife Sanctuary, I acre +/-, gill, Bagley Reid, 1986 5. David F. Harris Sanctuary, 0.75 acre, gift, 1989 6. Betty Matthiessen Wildlife Sanctuary, 8 acres, The Nature Conservancy Project, 1978 7. Matty Matthiessen Wildlife Sanctuary, 23.15 acres, 5.6 acres casement, Robert J. Miller, 1983; II acres, FIDCO, 1984; 1.7 acres, Rita and Allerton Cushman, 1984; 4.85 acres, gift, Robert and Adrienne Miller, 1994. 8. 2.38 acres, gift, Otis Pike, 1981 9. Key Post Sanctuary, 6.45 acres, gift, John Calley, Mrs. Duncan Ellsworth, Robert L. Geniesse, 1985 10. 2.1 acres, gift, John Calley, 1993 11. 6.78 acres, The Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cant Wildlife Sanctuary, donation, Mr. and Mrs. R. James Newman, assisted by contributions from Frederic C. Hamilton, Michael and Mary Denny Wray, Peler Steil, 1996 12. 1.36 acres, gift, Regina Pyle, 1994 13. Jansen Noyes, 4 acres, Middle Farms Pond, 1991' 14. 0.25 acres, east end, Hay Harbor, Henry C. Osbom, Ill, et a!. 15. Small lot, northeast comer ofHLFM and connected to Lee Ferguson Sanctuary, Thomas A. and Allison A. Sargent 16. FIDCO, Middle Famls, 1.06 acres, 1996 17. FIDCO, Middle Farms, 1.46 acres, 1996 ), LAND TRUST MANAGEMENT AREAS 18. 1.82 acres near Middle Famls old bam, Samuel S. and Anne H. Polk 19. North side, Middle Farnls Pond, John N. Calley and Ali MaeGraw 20. 3.16 acres east of Barlow Pond, Robert S. Scurle 21. 4.03 acres overlooking North Hill, Jeanann Gray Dunlop, her nephew and niece 22. FIDCO cast end, 22.02 acres, 1996 23. Robert J. Geniesse, Middle Famls, 5.14 acres, 1996 24. Proposed gift of8+ acres, Clay Pits area . 1999 expanded to 22 acres by gift from Jansen Noyes and a bargain sale with generous assistance from Suzanne and Herbert Shultz, their daughters Leslie and Stewart and Hamilton F. Potter. MA1NT AlNED WALKING TRAILS (A trail guide is available at the museum.) A. Brickyard Swamp Trail B. Treasure Pond Trail C. Chocomount Trail D. Clay Pits Trail (new '96) E. The Homing Fort Wright Trail MEMBERSHIP Heather Ferguson, membership chairman, reports that as of May 1,2001, the museum has 17 life members and 242 donors to the OSPREY Campaign 18 SUMMER OF 2001 EXHIBITION FISHERS ISLAND "LOST AND FOUND" Friday, June 29, 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Bagley's Barn, opposite Yacht Club) Opening reception for summer exhibition. Short talk on the history and rcnovation plans 200 I for thc museum, 6:00 p.m. All welcome. SUMMER HOURS JUL Y THROUGH LABOR DAY Friday & Saturday 9 a.m.- noon Sunday II a.m.-12:00 p.m. And by appointment 631- 788-7293 SPECIAL EVENTS July 14, Sat. 11-12 noon - With I.P.P. "Childrcn's Nature & Wildlife Identification contest (ages 3+ -. refreshments) July 21 weekend - "100 Miler Run" to celebrate Mr. Albert H. Gordon's 100 birthday. Benefit H.L.F.M. (Details to be announced) July 22, Sun. 7 p.m. S. Beach -"Starry, Starry Night" (ages 10+ -- refreshments) Aug. 18, Sat. 11-12 noon - With I.P.P. "Children's Nature & Wildlife Identification contest (ages 3+ -- refreshments) Aug. 26, Sun. 7 p.m. S. Beach - "Starry, Starry Night" (ages 10+ -- refreshments) NATURE WALKS July and August. Start at 2 p.m. from Bagley's Barn; conducted by Curator Edwin Homing. Tuesdavs for adults and children; Wednesdays for adults. (Sponsored by the Island People's Project; no charge.) '.{_:~~, 19 BECOME A "FRIEND" OF THE HENRY L. FERGUSON MUSEUM The museum has been and is financially supported by its interested "Friends" and a modest endowment. Help the museum to acquire land on the Island for thc preservation and protcction of its natural rcsourccs and open spaces for future generations. (See the Henry L. Ferguson Museum Land Trust brochure, with preservation options for the landowner.) Life Friend $1,000 or more =Sustaining $500 - $999 Contributing $100 - $499 _Family $25 - $99 _Individual $10 - $24 _Junior (under 18) $1 - $9 Additional contribution for acquisition of land (The H.L.F.M. Land Trust) $ (To the H.L.F.M Endowment $ Name Address City State, Zip Check should be made payable to "Friends of the HLFM." Corporate matching gifts welcomed. ~ BOARD OF GOVERNORS Richard S. Baker, VP Etiz.1bclll F. Husband, VP Sarah Tremaine Bulger Jean U;utchtenburg Alicia Hesse Cleary Steven Malinowski Elizabelll H. Cook G. Carey MalUliessen Kennelll Edwards Robert 1. Miller, Treas Charles B. Ferguson, Pres. "Tats" Yerkes Quinlan Harry L. Ferguson III Pierce Rafferty Healller Ferguson Bagley Reid Sally M. Ferguson SCali Reid Allison Goss Mary F. Russell Albert H. Gordon, Hon. Penni Sharp, Sec. Callla Hesse K.H. Stunevallt, Hon. Edwin H. Horning, Cur. Raben K. White Katherine Homing. Asst. Curator FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY, INe. BOX 553 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 ANNlJAL REPORT 2000-01 Your Conservancy has spent most of the past year playing defense in three areas of importance to our fragile island ecology -- chemical-free mosquito control, preserving our Island lobster fishery, and protecting our waters and beaches from further dumping of contaminated dredge spoils at the nearby New London Dumpsite. This has been frustrating work, all the more so because in each case, for as much as three or five years, we have been defending our environment against the NY State and Federal regulators (NY DEC and US EP A) whose job it is to protect it. We hope that next year we will be able to devote more of our energy and resources to affirmative projects that protect, conserve or even restore our Island's unique environment. Restoring Our MOsqJlito Control Program For 15 years the Island's Mosquito Control Program has operated under Suffolk County permits, applying to the Island's wetlands only the most benign microbial larvicides that target mosquitoes and black flies and are harmless to other insects, fish, animals and plant life. The Program has given the Island effective mosquito control without the use of chemical sprays that have Rachel Carson-style persistence in the environment. Spraying has been the subject of protest meetings from Maine to Mamaroneck this spring as the West Nile season approached and concerned citizens worried about the impact on songbirds, fish and even Iobsters-- let alone human beings. The Program has operated at a minimal cost to taxpayers, thanks to the efforts of the Conservancy in recruiting college students and arranging their training and certification as pesticide technicians or applicators by the DEC, and the generosity ofFIDCO in providing housing and motor vehicles and donating the cost of the larvicides. The Town of Southold has contributed the salaries of the technicians. In short, the Island has had an environmental poster mosquito program at minimal cost to taxpayers. It was therefore a shock last October when the DEC launched an investigation and shut down the Fishers Island Program, impounding its supply oflarvicides before the West Nile threat had entirely abated. And more of a shock in March when the DEC issued Notices of Violation, asserting tens of thousands of dollars of civil penalties (as well as possible criminal fines and imprisonment) for hypertechnical violations of its Byzantine pesticide regulations against seven of the college student technician/applicators, FIDCO's manager who signed checks in payment of larvicide invoices, and one Island woman who had no connection with the Program at all. No action was taken against Suffolk County, who was primarily responsible for the violations, if indeed there were any. 20 After three months of haggling with DEC lawyers and enforcers, who showed little concern for mosquito control or the protection of the environment, we were able to negotiate terms ofa Consent Order (including payment of total penalties of $ 10,000, with an additional $14,000 deferred) that made it possible to restructure the Program under complete control of the County and to persuade two oflast year's crew to return to run the Program and recruit a third college classmate. But settlement with the DEC could not be reached until June 15, some three weeks after our technicians were ready to begin work and well into the mosquito season. Since then they have been on the job, catching up with the generations of mosquitoes that got off to an unimpeded start. In the ill-wind department, the only good that has come out of this sorry episode is that the DEC agreed to let the returning technicians take a Department of Health training course on the identification of disease-bearing varieties of mosquitoes and their preparation for laboratory testing for West Nile virus and other diseases, in lieu of repeating their allegedly defective 1999 pesticide training course. The Conservancy has equipped them with a dissecting microscope and other necessary equipment, and the Program now has on-site capacity to monitor for West Nile mosquitoes. Protecting Our I.obster Fishe1:y Thanks to the personal intervention of Governor Pataki, who overruled the DEC and the NY Attorney General, New York State is appealing the January, 2001 ruling of the Federal District Court that struck down as unconstitutional the 1911 New York statute which limited access to the waters surrounding Fishers Island to New York resident licensed lobsterrnen. Since January, Fishers Island Sound has been carpeted with thousands of Connecticut pots, adding to those already set by Montauk lobsterrnen and placing the fishery in imminent danger of collapse. The Conservancy and the Fishers Island Lobsterrnen's Association, through their pro bono counsel Debevoise & Plimpton, will file an amicus curiae brief in the Circuit Court of Appeals, where they hope to be joined by the States of Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and possibly Massachusetts. The appeal will be argued in the fall. Meanwhile, because the New York Attorney General did not seek a stay of the District Court ruling that would have kept the Connecticut lobsterrnen at bay pending appeal, the Conservancy and the Lobsterrnen's Association have continued to press the DEC to create a lobster conservation zone that would impose a 300-pot limit on any licensed lobsterrnan who wished to fish in an area extending one mile from the shores of Fishers Island. These efforts suffered a setback with a change in the senior administration of the DEC, but recently we have received encouraging signs that, again with the backing of Governor Pataki, the DEC will promulgate the conservation zone regulation on an emergency basis. The zone would be coextensive with the existing no-trawl zone around the Island. The 300-pot limit is probably not enough to support lobstering as a full-time livelihood, but it would drastically reduce the number of Connecticut and Montauk lobsterrnen who would fish here and thus save something of the 90-year old fishery for Fishers Island residents 21 Blodcing Dumping of Dredge Spoils near the Race The Conservancy's 1995 suit still goes on against the Navy, the Army Corps of Engineers and the EP A over the dumping of a million cubic yards of contaminated dredge spoils from the Thames River "Seawo]f' project at the New London Dumpsite just over a mile from the Island. The dismissal of the suit by the Federal District Court is on appeal. One direct and positive consequence of the suit was the admission by the EP A and the Army Corps (after ignoring it for 18 years) that the Federal Ocean Dumping Act does apply to Long Island Sound. In 1999 the EP A began proceedings for the legal designation of disposal sites in Long Island Sound under the strict criteria of the Ocean Dumping Act. Since New London remains a possible candidate site, the Conservancy is participating actively in these proceedings to ensure that all of the many issues regarding the New London site are fully considered. Because of alleged EP A and Army Corps funding problems, the completion date for the proceedings has been extended from the originally projected 2003 to 2006 or 2007. At the intersection of dumping and lobstering, the Conservancy initiated a major affirmative project this past year -- sponsoring research into the causes of lobster shell disease in Fishers Island waters, and specifically trying to determine whether there is a link between the outbreak of the disease here several years ago and the dumping of the "Seawolf' dredge spoils at the top of the Race in 1995-6. The research is being conducted by Dr. Deanna Prince, a leading expert in lobster shell disease at the University of Maine. Her work has been funded by generous grants of $30,000 from the Luce Foundation and $10,000 from the Sanger Fund, as well as generous gifts from several other foundations and individuals. Our efforts to obtain some of the $8.6 million of Federal and state money appropriated for the study oflobster mortality and lobster disease in Long Island Sound were rejected -- tempting one to ask whether the regulatory authorities would rather not know the answer to our question. We have now funded about two-thirds of the estimated $90,000 cost of the research project, and Dr. Prince is at work on a time schedule that should permit us to use the results in the EP A's disposal site designation proceedings, if the results suggest a link between dumping and shell disease. * * * * * We are also keeping a weather eye on other threats to the well-being of the Island and its ecology, including the proposal to "upgrade" the U.S. Agriculture Department's animal disease research facility on Plum Island, eight miles upwind from Race Point, to deal with human epidemic diseases. Our summary financial statements for the calendar years 2000 and 1999 and the year 2001 to date are set forth below. They show the Conservancy in good financial health to continue our research and other activities, with reserves to take on any new threats to our Island environment and a war chest to fight off any new proposals for illegal dumping at the New London Dumpsite. 22 I would like to conclude with an expression of our heartfelt thanks to all our friends and supporters who make the Conservancy's work possible. John H. Thatcher, Jr. President July 7, 2001 Board of Directors Barry R. Bryan Alicia Hesse Cleary George Cook Edward Crane Reynolds duPont, Jr. Patricia Faulkner Elizabeth Furse Robert 1. Geniesse Edwin Horning Ellie (Mrs. W. Boulton) Kelly Leila Hadley Luce Marguerite Purnell Barbara Reigel Thomas Sargent Nina Schmid Cindy Scott C. Nicholas Spofford John H. Thatcher, Jr. Jacqueline (Mrs. Harold) Williamson 23 . FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY, INe. Beginning Balance Income l/l/Ol- BOX 553 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 INTERIM FINANCIAL SUMMARY l/l/Ol 6/5/01 l/l/Ol $69,562 6/5/0l (Donations) (Interest) Total Income for period Expenses 1/1/01 - 6/5/01 Accounting Fees Legal Fees Scholarships - Mosquito Control training Lobster Testing Secretarial Services Postage Office Supplies State Filing Fee Printing & Miscellany Total Expenses for Period Added to Surplus Ending Balance and surplus for period 24 $38,422 $ 915 $ 39,337 $ 1,405 $ 6,768 $ 5,000 $ 505 $ 76 $ 128 $ 321 $ 35 $ 1,572 $ 15,810 $ 23,527 $ 93,089 FISHERS ISLAND CONSERVANCY INC. STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES - CASH BASIS FOR THE YEARS ENDED ...0; REVENUES: Gifts and grants Interest and dividend income Other TOTAL REVENUES OPERATING EXPENSES: Professional fees Environmental expenses Printing publications, dues and subscriptions Office expense Filing fees TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES INCREASE (DECREASE) IN NET ASSETS NET ASSETS - beginning NET ASSETS - end 25 DECEMBER 31 , 2000 1999 $ 45,514 745 105 47,354 20,850 25,443 572 514 1,242 50 49,581 (2,317 ) 71,879 $ 59,552 $ 52,090 358 (235) 52,223 23,442 13,821 1,745 275 1,492 110 40,885 11,338 50,541 $ 71. 879 1F bJbers Island 1F erry DbbJid ~Cro#N""Sp<<MJAagj17w _ v...s_~ I'-gj_ v.... '947, a..p.a.699) FisJ.er. 1.land. New Y orl 06390 RODmT P. KNAUFF M.nap - Secretary T.I.p~..~ 631-788-7463 F.., 631.788.5523 Report to the Fishers Island Civic Association 2001 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS . Reyaold. d...Poal Jr. Chairman TLo.... F. DoLedy, Jr. -... Lllhe M. AL....a DUld C. Rar.L... II G......J.F...... J.. During the year 2000, the Race Point and Munnatawket ferries carried 162,700 passengers and 45,100 automobiles and trucks. These figures represent a less than 2% decrease in each category, ,. The Fishers Island Wharf Reconstruction project was begun January 10,2000 by Atlantic Subsea, Inc. and completed November 17, 2000. Actual opening and use of the new dock was delayed until May 23, 2001, due to the protracted time involved in obtaining the final traffic study report from Sidney B. Bowne & Son, the engineering firm retained to perform the traffic flow and safety study, The Ferry District graciously agreed to conduct the study in order to facilitate safety concerns from the community at large, As the report suggested, the flow of traffic now originates at Trumbull Drive, through to the staging area, past the ferry district office and south on Greenwood A venue. Also available is the "Fox Avenue" loop past the Garbage District and around to the freight area for freight pick up/drop off. In concert with Fishers Island Development Company and BD Remodeling and Restoration, Inc" the Ferry District accomplished the paving of Fox A venue, which was in dire need of repair. In addition, a pedestrian area has been included and successfully utilized since the opening. It is intended that the period style lighting, benches and, with the help of the Fort Wright Association, flower pots, will be installed on the new dock this summer. After much ado, the operation has been running vel') smoothly and the Ferry District has received many "kudos" and compliments regarding the new staging area, traffic pattern, and long and short term parking areas, The New London Terminal Project continues to go forward. With the assistance of Capitol Associates of Washington, D.C., the Ferry District was able to obtain a grant in the amount 01'$1,250,000 derived from the federal Transportation Efficiency Act (TEA- 21). Our efforts for the next Federal fiscal year are centered again on TEA-2l funding and to date the Hours of Representatives subcommittee on Transportation has ear marked the Ferry District for $2.1 million. Our efforts will continue to confirm and secure these funds After securing funding the Commission would like to commence the terminal upgrade as soon as practical hopefully in early 2002. Harter, Secrest & Emery. LLP of Rochester, NY has also been retained to support the request for funding from the Slale of New York. Frank E. Downes Construction Co., Inc. of New Britain. C'T is the pre- construction manager. 26 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT p.o. BOX 123 FISHERS ISLAND, NEWYORK 06390 Dear Neighbors and Friends, The year 2000 was another busy year for your fire department. Our members responded to 83 fire calls. The EMT's of our ambulance squad had 47 emergencies requiring their skills. The Sea Stretcher crews transported 42 of our ill neighbors to the New London Coast Guard facility where they were taken to L&M Hospital. In addition, your volun- teer firemen held drills and training sessions twice a month. The Ambulance Squad held Emergency Medical Training classes each month. Our island is truly fortunate that we have 62 members of the department to volunteer for time con- suming and always dangerous responsibility. We are equally fortunate that the members have received your g~nerous support each year during our fund drive. A portion of the funds raised in our annual drive and proceeds from the Peter Sanger Memorial Marathon are used to maintain and operate Sea Stretcher. She will be ten years old this year and has served the Island continually through the years. However, we feel that it is prudent at this time to create a special fund to be available for major repairs and its eventual replacement in the future. Starting this year, we will be putting aside part of each year's donations as well as any contributions that you wish to de deposited in the "Sea Stretcher Fund." We thank you for your past support and ask you to help us keep Sea Stretcher always ready to serve our Island. Thank you. The Members of the EI. Fire Department COMMITTEE Ken Edwards Sr. John Clavin Kandi Sanger Penn Sanger Reynolds duPont Jr. C"Lis ~wA~JS. OFFICERS Alan Thibodeau - Chief Greg Thibodeau - First Assistant Penn Sanger - Second Assistant Dave Denison - Secretary & Treasurer 27 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P.O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Co_issioaen T,eason, and Sttc,nary Catherine Jeu.sseu 'I'IIomaa F. Doherty Jr. Richard E. Hale LlIW1'e1b:e R. Horn J_ M. wan Arthnr J. WalslJ TREASURER'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR YEAR 2000 RECEIPTS: TAX REVENUE & INTEREST $311,135.70 210.00 RENTAL OF POLING PLACE INSURANCE REBATE 645.00 TOTAL RECEIPTS $311,990.70 BALANCE AT BEGINNING OF YEAR TOTAL RECEIPTS & BALANCE $26,542.32 $338,533.02 28 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P.O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 ClHIIMissitnlers Thomas F. Doherty Jr. R1cb.rd E. Ible IAlwrellCe R. Hol'1l J._ M. W.U Ardlnr J. WlIIsb DISBURSEMENTS PERSONAL SERVICES HYDRANT RENTAL INSURANCE M&R APPARATIJS & EQillPMENT M&R BillLDING & PROPERTY TELEPHONE & ALARM SYSTEM ELECTRIC ENERGY FUEL SOCIAL SECURITY TAX MEDICAL EXPENSE OTHER EXPENSE LOSAP TOTAL CURRENT EXPENSE PURCHASE OF EQillPMENT TRANSFER TO RESERVE FUNDS TOTAL PAYMENTS GENERAL FUND BALANCE END OF YEAR - CHECKING ACCOUNT TOTAL PAYMENTS & BALANCE 29 TnfJSIlnr alld Secretary c.tberlue J_D $ 16,360.36 30,228.20 26,455.08 20,724.21 2,554.32 1,392.96 5,055.81 3,594.97 1,213.24 1,100.00 6,537.49 73,168.40 $188,385.04 23,549.17 75,000.00 $286,934.21 $1,598.81 $288,533.02 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P.O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 Co_issJolll!l'S Treasurer and Secretary Catherine Jenssen Thomas F. Doherty Jr. Riehard E. Hale Lawreaee R. Horn J_ M. WaU ArthnrJ.Walsh BREAKDOWN OF OTHER EXPENSES OFFICE EXPENSE $ 687.14 GASOLINE & OIL 866.32 INSPECTION, SCHOOL, CONVENTION ELECTION EXPENSE 4,394.08 189.95 DUES 400.00 TOTAL CURRENT EXPENSE LISTED AS OTHER EXPENSE $6,537.49 30 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P.O. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 C_wwllen TIIomas F. DoIlerty Jr. Riellard E. Bale La_ R. Bon James M. WaD Artbar J. Walsh TUflSllur flM SecrdiUy Catherine Jeallell EXIDBIT "A" GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2000 ASSETS CASH ON DEPOSIT - CHECKING ACCOUNT $1,598.81 GENERAL FUND MM ACCOUNT ~209,304.25 TOTAL ASSETS $210,903.06 SURPLUS AVAILABLE FOR FUTURE EXPENDITURES $210,903.36 EXIDBIT "B" RESERVE FUNDS BALANCE SHEET APPARATUS & RESERVE FUND $165,603.35 $ 49,440.34 $215,043.69 EQUIPMENT REPAIR RESERVE FUND TOTAL CASH ON DEPOSIT AVAILABLE FOR FUTURE EXPENDITURES $215,043.69 31 FISHERS ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT P.o. BOX 222 FISHERS ISLAND, NEW YORK 06390 ComMissiOllers Tutullur alUl Secretary Catllerille .fe_a 'nomas F. DoIIerty Jr. Richard E. Hale Lawre_ R. Rom Ja_ M. Wan Arthur J. WaIsII APPARATUS & EQUIPMENT RESERVE FUND Ian. 1,2000 NORTII FORK. BANK & TRUST BOH TRANSFER FROM CHECKING $97,661.26 65,000.00 2,677.89 264.20 INTEREST IAN - NOV. INTEREST DECEMBER BALANCE ON HAND 12/31/00 165,603.35 EQUIPMENT REPAIR RESERVE FUND Ian. 1,2000 NORTII FORK. BANK BOH $38,538.14 TRANSFER FROM CHECKING 10,000.00 INTEREST IAN - NOV MISC 821.24 2.08 INTEREST DECEMBER 78.88 BALANCE ON HAND 12/31/00 $49,440.34 32 . We are_scheduled to receive a number of new trees this fall. Our program removing "terminal trees" and placing new ones is ongoing. Our Memorial Tree Program is a wonderful way to create a permanent tribute to someone and offers a living contribution to all island residents and visitors. The town of Southold Land Preservation Committee is presently reviewing a land parcel application from Fishers Island. Other parcels and easements which might fit this program are also under discussion for future consideration. It has been a very active year for the Land Preservation Committee and financial resources for eligible properties remain available. Contact person: Peter Burr Box 685 F.I., NY 06390 33 Hazardous Waste Day At Transfer Station Saturday, July 14,2001 8:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. w ~ Hazardous Materials Include (but not limited to): Empty Paint cans Pesticides Insect Spray Diesel Gas Motor oil Cooking oil Acid base oxidizer Contractors, please come accompanied with a check Batteries Aerosols Propane cylinders Paint thinner Fishers Island Garbage & Refuse District Office: 788-7445 Fax: 788-7451 Email: figriWfishersislandnet 2001-2002 TRANSFER STATION 788-5515 Summer Schedule May 14 through October 14 Closed Wednesdays Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 pm. to 4:30 pm. Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. w U1 Winter Schedule October 15 through May 12 Tuesday, Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sunday 10:00 am. to 1:00 p.m. HOLIDAYS WILL BE POSTED ALL GLASS-all colors' HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE CARTON-milk & juice boxes' MAGAZINES ALUMINUM CONTAINERS PAPER PLASTIC CONTAINERS marked with a 1 or 2- BOOKS STEEL CANS-food &drink CORRUGATED CARDBOARD-must be flattened 2'X2' size STYROMFOAM BEANS MUST be bagged No Metal Clothes Hangers-No wire-No Pots & Pans"" Trash MUST be separated No Off Hours Dumping, Violators will be fined 'Please rinse out "These items go to Compost Facility Landlords & Real Estate people-please post for tenants' information . "Hazardous Waste Day will be held Saturday, July 14, 2001" From 8: 15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Fishers Island Garbage & Refuse District Office: 788-7455 Fax: 788-7451 Emai1: figr@fishersisland.net 20001-2002 COMPOST STATION FACILITY 788-7227 Summer Schedule April 2 through October 14 Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 & 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday 7:30 am. to 10:30 a.m. Winter Schedule October 15 through March 31 Closed Sundays Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 am. Saturday 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. HOLIDAYS WILL BE POSTED 'WOOD 'METAL 'STOVES, WASHING MACHINES, REFRlDGERATORS (doors removed) 'ALL OTHERS: plastic toys, small appliances, insulation, fiberglass, broken glass, suitcases. mattress & box springs, etc... FEE SCHEDULE: Large Appliance Fee: Brush, leaves, logs, ete... Pickup Trucks Small Dump Truck (3 yards) Large Dump Truck (7-9 yards) Double Axle Truck $ 6.00 $ 7.50 $20.00 $40.00 $60.00 PLEASE ASK ATTENDANT WHERE THESE ITEMS GO. No Off Hours Dumping, No Trespassing "Please adhere to posted hours of" "0 eration and no s eedin " ~ FISHERS ISLAND LIBRARY ASSOCIATION P. O. BOX 366 FISHERS ISLAND NEW YORK 06390 Summer 2001 When the Fishers Island Library was founded the citizens of the island came to read the classics and textbooks. Now island residents have more varied and modern demands, not only for books, but also for computers and audio-visual resources. The patrons have evolved and the library remains responsive, expanding the collection of works on paper as well as other media. Central to the success of the library is our librarian, Ann Banks. Ann has been with the library for over 25 years and is the most extraordinary resource we have. She can find you just the right book, locate a video, and help future technicians get their start on the MAC. Over the years Ann has successfully built the book collection in response to the varied demands of students and beach goers alike. Our special building has been greatly enhanced, thanks to the most recent renovation, and now we are able to welcome groups as well as individual readers to our special space. The library is, in many ways, a community center hosting a variety of entertaining, informative and instructional events. These programs augment the library's audience and encourage widespread attendance for all ages. Thanks to the generosity of The Sanger Fund, we have been able to increase the number and diversity of our programs. Throughout the year our program director, Cynthia Riley, organizes events for children and adults alike. This summer, in addition to visiting performers and lecturers, the children's Story Hour will continue on Tuesday afternoons and the annual writing contest will be continued. Previous years' winning entries are available at the front desk. Look for announcements of upcoming events on the Community Bulletin Board outside the Post Office. If you have any suggestions or comments, please let us know. We would also welcome anyone interested in volunteering at the library - opportunities vary from helping restock shelves or being a reader to assisting at special events. As it has in the past, the library will strive to meet the needs of the community. Future plans include making the library accessible to all with the addition of a ramp leading to the reading room entrance, repaving the parking area, creating handicapped parking spaces, and improving the access from the main road. We are enormously grateful for the contributions to the annual appeal as we rely on donations for 75% of our operating costs. In addition to our annual appeal we raise funds through the adopt-a-book program, so when you see us on the village green, give generously. Please visit your library often to check out a book, surf the net, read in a corner, or attend one of our exciting programs. The Board of Trustees of the Fishers Island Library Charlotte McKim, Leslie Tombari, Debbie Walters, Jane Vasilou, Ellen Harvey, Jean Harvey Baker, Mary Horn, Kathy Koehnen, Leila Hadley Luce, Jennifer Russell, Greg Thibodeau Ann Banks, Librarian Cynthia Riley, Program Director 36 1lfiBlJrrs .1slanll ijobsttrmtn's .Association, .Jnr. Fishers Island, New York 06390 Summer 2001 Dear Fishers Islanders, The Fishers Island Lobstermen's Association represents those of us who work at one of Fishers Island's last remaining industries. Each of our members carefully sets his gear around Fishers Island, respecting the rights of others who fish nearby and, more importantly, respecting the importance of preserving the lobster population in our waters. Our Association has been most fortunate to receive the enthusiastic support and assistance of many concerned individuals and groups, and we want to make sure that all island residents are aware of their efforts on our behalf. Recently, a lawsuit filed on behalf of Connecticut lobstermen overturned a long- standing law protecting local waters from non-New York residents. While New York Governor Pataki has appealed the ruling, our local lobstermen must for the time being compete with these much larger businesses. We would like to acknowledge the continuing support of Barry Bryan who has provided extensive legal assistance -- all "pro bono". F. I. Conservancy president John Thatcher has spent dozens of hours and run up huge personal phone bills contacting lawyers, twisting politicians' arms, and developing potential plans to preserve our lobster fishery. Our New York State Assemblywoman, Pat Acampora, has been very supportive and willing to help in any way she can. And you, our fellow Fishers Islanders, have supported us by purchasing lobsters from our members. We thank you very much for your support, and thanks to the Fishers Island Civic Association for including this message in their Annual Report of Island Organizations. Sincerely, The Members of the Fishers Island Lobstermen' s Association Dave Denison, President Francis Doyen, Vice-President 37 ghe &lishers dslanJ dchool P.O. DRAWER A. FISHERS ISLAND. NEW YORK 06390 (631) 788-7444. FAX (631) 788-5562. EMAIL:FISCHOOL@FISHERSISLAND.NET June,2001 Fishers Island School is a unique New York State public school offering a high quality education for each child. Kathleen Koehnen is Superintendent. This was a very successful year with our students learning and growing every day under the direction of their very fine teachers. Community members with questions or who would like to visit the school are asked to contact the Superintendent. Fishers Island School has fourteen teachers working with students in the elementary school (pre- K through grade 6) and upper school (grades 7-12). Elementary students work and learn in open and inviting multi-age classrooms of two grades together. Emphasis is placed on a providing a literary environment and on mathematics. Special area subjects include art, music, Spanish, physical education, computers, and technology. Kindergarten Teacher Laura Edwards retired at the end of the 2000-01 school year. Upper school students (Grades 7 -12) work and learn in grade level and some mixed grade classes for English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, health, and physical education. In addition, special area teachers offer electives in Spanish, band, music theory, home and careers, driver education, art, computers, business, drafting, photography, and technology. Keyboarding and Computer Applications are graduation requirements. All students develop a Research Paper, which includes an oral defense of their research and a presentation including computer and art skills. Students at any grade identified for Special Education receive service. New Special Education Teacher Ken Dugas joined the Fishers Island faculty after 34 years in Special Education in Waterford. The position came open upon the resignation of Jennifer Gordon in August, 2000. Parttime specialists work with students as needed in Speech, Guidance, and School Psychology. Speech Teacher Deb Raymond moved on to a full time position in Connecticut in September, 2000. Sharon Shalloo retumed to the school as Speech Teacher after several years absence. In addition to working with school age children, Mrs. Shalloo works with families with children ages 0-5, providing information on language development at various stages and responding to parent questions. Student achievement continues to be high. In the New York State Assessments in English Language Arts and in Mathematics, all students achieved at the satisfactory or higher level. Most students continue their study of science, mathematics and foreign language throughout their high school years. Five students graduated in June, 2001, and will be attending the University of New Haven, Simmons College, State University of New York at Oswego, College of New England, and University of New Hampshire. In addition, a Fishers Island School student graduated this year from Perkins School for the Blind and will be attending Mitchell College. We continued our work on curriculum development. A new mathematics program for grades PreK through 6 was implemented this year. This program emphasizes problem solving in addition to basic algorithms. Course Outlines, available for each course offered in grades 7-12, are being revised. Page 1 of 2 38 Staff development continued to focus on professional journals, membership in New York State professional organizations, and attending conferences. For our fall Staff Development Day, we visited schools in Greenport, New York, and in Connecticut to learn new techniques. Our spring Professional Development Day was led by our school psychologist, special education teacher, and speech teacher, with teachers learning new techniques in differentiating instruction, language-based disabilities and behavior management. Student Council continued their leadership in planning and holding student activities. All students in grades 7-12 are members of Student Council. Activities this year included Island Clean Up, Spook House, two Karaoke-Pizza nights, a winter formal dance, white water rafting in Maine, the Boat Dance, a trip to Six Flags, and an end of year beach party. We continued our training of students in grades 5-12 in CPR and students in Grades 8, 10, and 12 in First Aid. Two concerts, involving students in Pre-K through grade 12, were held during the year. The Faculty-Student-Community Chorus sang on the green for the island Memorial Day ceremonies. Many students were in the spring musical, Fiddler on the Roof Tennis and golf lessons were added after school in the fall, in addition to teams in cross country, basketball, and golf. Adult and Family Programs during the winter included cooking, volleyball, aerobics, open gym, basketball, and faculty-community-student chorus. Community members with suggestions for this coming winter are asked to contact the Superintendent. The Board of Education continued its reorganization of the district's fmancial systems. Computerization of the school's bookkeeping took place for this first time this year. Long term bookkeeper and District Treasurer Mary Pankiewicz retired in September, 2000. Robert Holmes became Interim Business Administrator during the winter, with Alicia Smith joining the school in the spring as School Business Official. Mrs. Smith has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and six years of experience in businesses slightly larger than our school. The position of District Treasurer was split from bookkeeping, according to law, with Peter Burr as Interim, and then appointment of Terry Crupi in late winter as District Treasurer. Mrs. Crupi has an MBA in Accounting and experience as an IRS agent. The bond on the school's original construction in the 1970's was paid off in full in December, 2000. Work continues on upgrading the building in the areas of electrical service, Science Lab, and enclosing some of the open spaces. The Teen Center, located in the Bowling Center, is nearing completion, thanks to Eagle Scout candidate Michael Scace and also the school's Construction Systems class. Work on the Work Out Room will resume this upcoming fall. A five year plan for all facilities is being developed. The school continues to focus on the importance of communication with parents and the community. A monthly calendar and newsletter is sent to boxholders during the school year. The school's website is located at flachool.com. A "Board Showcase" at each Board meeting profiles a teacher and her lhis students. Community members continued to serve on several school committees. The Board of Education consists of five elected members. Community members are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings, which will be held in 2001-02 at 5:30 PM on the third Wednesday of each month. Board of Education members in 2000-01 were: Margaret Bryan (President), Christopher Edwards (Vice President), Jeffrey Edwards, Susan Horn, and Aaron Lusker. Chris Edwards completed his term of office. Stephen Scace was elected to succeed him. Voters at this year's Annual Meeting, held on May 15,2001, approved the budget proposal for 2001-02 of$2,211 ,348. This represents a decrease in tax rate of approximately 1 %, and a similar budget total continuing now for four years. The budget continues to support all current staff and programs, staff development and curriculum development, as well as on-going maintenance of the facilities and construction of the new Science Lab. Many community groups utilize the school's facilities for their events and meetings. Guidelines for community use of the building are available from the Superintendent. Page 2 of 2 39 Parking at the New London site remains scarce. This should be kept in mind by all travelers when planning for driverless cars, repairs, etc.; arrangements should be made well in advance and pick-ups promptly executed to avoid additional congestion. It is recommended that if you have to travel off the Island, that you make a reservation. Many mid-week boats have been going out full, with automobiles left behind. Also, remember the 20 minute prior-to-departure "show time": that means you must show up no later than 20 minutes prior to departure or lose your reservation. Please note that the official time at the staging area arrival point comes from AM 1010, WINS, New York. We encounter many instances where persons order food or have medicine coming and then do not come to pick it up. Most food and medicine comes to the Island on the 3:30 p.m. boat from New London and arrives at 4:15 p.m. If you have ordered food or are expecting medicine, please be here to get it!! We cannot be responsible for food spoiling after it arrives if we cannot contact you. It is anticipated that if something is important enough to require soecial/express (Federal Express, etc.) handling, it should be expected bv the consignee. Please be diligent about picking these items up if you are expecting them. We will endeavor to contact you during our regular business hours once we know of a delivery. REMINDER: If you are new to the Island or renting and you are not listed in the telephone book and will be receiving freight, please notifY us as to who you are and where we can reach you. Outgoing UPS and Federal Express shipments may be arranged through the Ferry District Manager's Office. The only international shipments accepted will be documents envelopes. If you desire next day delivery, the item should be delivered to the Manager's Office before 12 Noon. Keep in mind that Express Mail service is also available at the Fishers Island Post Office until 4:00 p.m. Please remember that the Ferry District is not a "pack and ship" or an agent of any express service. The ANNUAL ELECTION of a Commissioner of the Fishers Island Ferry District for a term of 5 years will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2000 between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the Fishers Island Fire House. Electors of the District qualified to vote for Town Officers of the Town of South old at the preceding Town Election AND owners of real property situate within the Fishers Island Ferry District upon the last preceding town assessment roll shall be eligible to vote. The ANNUAL MEETING to present estimated revenues and expenditures for the fiscal year January I, 200 I through December 31, 200 I will be held at the Fishers Island School on Friday, August 24, 2000 at 6:00 p.m. 40 ISLAND BOWLING CENTER 8.8.8.8.8.8. FISHERS ISLA~~~ ~~ YORK 063908.8.8.8.8.8. Summer 2001 Greetings to all from the Island Bowling Center! Located behind the school, the Island Bowling Center is open each Saturday night from 6:45 until 9:30. We have a snack bar which serves fries, chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, fried shrimp and clams, milk shakes, and many other similar items. There are four bowling lanes, two of which are equipped with gutter guards so that little people can bowl without getting gutter balls all the time. We hope you will come and visit! The Bowling Center was furnished through donations by island residents, and is operated as a not-for-profit public service solely by volunteers. It is a real community center open all year round, and many families visit regularly. It can also be used by private groups for parties or as an outing on a night other than Saturday. If you wish to do so, please contact Dave Denison at 788-5627. During the past year, the storeroom in the Bowling Center has been converted into a "Teen Center." A Foosball table is there now, and plans for more games are being made. This will make the Bowling Center even more of an asset to the community. Please come down some Saturday night to see us. We will be happy to make you some fries, get you a soda, or whip up a milk shake for you (if we're not out of ice cream!). The phone number at the Center is 788-5601 if you want to call first. Bowling it's fun, doesn't have many rules, knock things down with a large, heavy ball. better??? and you get to What could be 41 ISLAND CONCERTS P.O. Box 81 Fishers Island, NY 06390 July 2001 Island Concerts was founded 21 years ago to bring quality musical events to the island community during the entire year. The current summer program consists of a voice and pian%rgan concert on June 30th at the Union Chapel featuring island resident tenor, Cal Beggs. On July 14th, concert pianist Steven Lubin will present a family concert at the Union Chapel, "Math, Music and Miracles", followed by his classical concert on July 15th at the O'Keefe home. On July 29th, the award-winning Miro String Quartet will offer a classical program at Mrs. William Ridgway's home. And, lastly, on August 3'd, at the Fishers Island Club, internationally acclaimed tenor, Robert White will perform a medley of best-loved songs. During the 200 I winter-spring season, Island Concerts has helped fund the orchestral accompaniment of the Fishers Island School's "Fiddler on the Roof' production and has also contributed funds towards the restoration of the baby grand Steinway recently donated to the Union Chapel. The Island Concerts Committee is supported by modest ticket sales to summer events and donations received in response to an annual appeal. Respectfully submitted, ~ Linda Musser and Ghislaine Boulanger, Co-chairs Committee Members: Mrs. C. Richard Bartels, Mr. John Beggs, Mrs. J. Truman Bidwell, Ms. Ghislaine Boulanger, Mrs. Kenyon Boocock, Mr. John Brim, Ms. Joanne Burr, Ms. Margaret Elliott, Ms. Roberta Elwell, Mrs. Lincoln Frank, Ms. Susan Hall, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hansell, Ms. Jennifer Mancusi-Ungaro, Mr.Sheldon Meyer, Ms. Linda Musser, Mrs. James O'Keefe, Mr. & Mrs. Stowe Phelps, Mr. Bagley Reid, Mr. John Spurdle, Mr. Peter Steil, Ms. Mary Linda Strunk, Mrs. David Strupp, Ms. Lee Stuckert 42 Island Health Project, Inc. Box 344 Fishers Island, NY 06390 631-788-7244 To the Residents and Friends of Fishers Island: The Island Health Project is most grateful to the Fishers Island community for your continued support. Your generous donations made our Campaign for the Health of Fishers Island a huge success and your response to our annual appeal continues to help us in our day-to-day operation. Our thanks to Jennifer Parsons, Pat Downey Schiestl and their committee for their hard work on the Fishers Island Cookbook, and to Tom & Bunty Armstrong for hosting "Daffodils and Drinks", on April 28th, all for the benefit of the IHP. Dr. Jack Hand has completed his second year as our full time resident physician. During the winter months he continued his work at the Groton, CT Sound Medical practice, part of Lawrence & Memorial Hospital. He and MaryAnne have become an integral part of our Fishers Island community. With your strong showing of support for our proposed new doctor's office, we are continuing to move ahead with our plans. We will keep you posted of future progress. Sincerely, The Board of the Island Health Project SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Monday Evenings 6:00 - 7:00 PM IN AN EMERGENCY CALL 911 43 ISLAND HEALTH PROJECT, INC. 2000 RECEIPTS Appeal Endowment HOG Tournament Hay Harbor Sale Fees Collected Reimbursement In Memory Miscellaneous DISBURSEMENTS Physician Stipend Insurance Maintenance & Repairs to House Clinic Expense Secretarial salary and benefits Office Expense Accountant Fuel Telephone Electricity Water HOG Withholding for Salaries Hay Harbor Sale Expense Special 44 $72,008.78 4,175.00 56,248.30 15,890.70 280.00 12.39 1,420.00 6.320.57 $156,355.74 $72,907.00 5,333.79 11,780.39 3,060.51 26,618.25 1,815.89 3,245.00 1,784.24 2,802.52 1,055.26 257.01 11,241.20 8,560.18 867.73 6.301.76 $157,630.73 ~ISLAND Summer 2001 Dear Fishers Islanders, Fishers PEOPLES PROJECT Box 523 Island, New York Summer 2000 06390 A . . . ~~~. ,(f~"b IPP was founded in the 70's to provide recreational and educational opportunities to enrich the entire Fishers Island Community. It takes countless volunteer hours, and the much appreciated generous donations of all our supporters to fulfil this mission. Special thanks to Dan Gillan for directing our week-long basketball camp (June 2000), Mario Obando for teaching fall tennis. and Janio Spinola for running the fall soccer program. We are also grateful to FlDCO for providing us with storage space four our summer programs' supplies and files in Building 98. IPP's agenda for the 2001 summer season is underway, with events scheduled at follows: July 2 - August 10 July 8 July 21 July 26 August 18 August 20-24 August 23 Summer morning program at the school (96 children signed up at this point) Fourth of July Parade Arts and Crafts Fair (9 a.m. - I p.m.) House and Garden Tour (12-4 p.m.) Summer Program Parents Meeting (5 p.m. at Library) Arts and Crafts Fair (9 a.m. - I p.m.) Basketball Camp (9-12 at school outdoor courts) IPP Annual Meeting (5 p.m. at Library) We welcome Meg Atkin as our Director for the Summer Morning Program. She is a teacher at the Rocky HilI School in East Greenwich, RI and is a lifelong summer resident of the island. Our tremendous thanks to Pirates Cove for providing one of their apartments for Meg to rent. Housing continues to be the biggest challenge for IPP when hiring a Summer Program Director. We are also pleased to announce that our swim program is back! We have hired Tara Vandenbosch to teach swimming lessons and Leah Dyer to lifeguard at Dock Beach M-F: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. They commute from Waterford, CT each day. Please stop by the Beach and welcome them to the Island if you get a chance. Goose Island Corporation has graciously provided beach users with bathroom facilities at the old Sunrise Restaurant. lPP is enormously grateful for a grant from the Civic Association to cover the majority of the costs of providing a lifeguard at Dock Beach. (The Beach 45 would have to be closed if we did not have one.). The morning program fees have remained stable, but there is a minimal fee for swim lessons this year. There were several off-season activities sponsored by IPP this past year. (lPP is planning to expand its role in this area in the future.) Board member Cynthia Riley arranged for a vet from Mystic Noank Veterinary Hospital to visit the Island regularly throughout the year for routine pet health care. She also coordinated programs at two Senior lunches during the winter - a Fishers Island Trivia Game and a Chanteyman from Mystic Seaport. IPP was proud to sponsor the rock-climbing portion of a Fisher Island high school trip to "Adventure Bound" in Maine in the spring, and contributed funds to assist in the Island production of "Fiddler on the Roof'. IPP again sponsored the annual Halloween Parade and Easter Egg hunt. IPP is undertaking a project to improve drainage, re-grade and re-seed the Ball Field in the early fall. A substantial grant from the Noyes Foundation has been provided for this purpose, and Island contractors and individuals are volunteering in a effort to keep costs down. Additional funds for this project are still needed. We would like to extend a special thank you to our countless supporters over the years. If you would like to get more involved, have some ideas or projects you would like to see IPP pursue in the future, or have any questions about our programs, please contact one of our Board members, or Molly Frank (Director of Volunteers: 788-7984) All Fishers Islanders help to make IPP a success, and we count on your support as we move forward. With best regards, Diana Fiske I Jennifer Sanger (Co-Presidents) Anne W. Burnham (Secretary) Gail Cypherd (Treasurer) Anne Cutler (V.P. Director of Summer Programs) Cynthia Riley (V.P. Director of Off Season Programs) Board members: Philip & Esther Colbran, Virginia Collins, Trudi Edwards, Liz Furse, Molly Frank, Sue Lusker, Kip O'Brien, Jennifer Parsons, Traci Thibideau, John Wasley, Louisa Evans (ex-officio) 46 I iThe Island People's Project PO Box 523, Fishers Island NY 06390 Profit and Loss Statement 2000 Income Contributions / Annual Appeal . Summer Morning Program . Registration Musical $33936.00 Craft Fairs House & Garden Tour . Basketball - Registration Soccer - Registration . Daffodils & Drinks Donation Interest earned . Noyes Foundation - Ballfield Project Total $12618.00 $135.00 $930.00 $3300.00 u$1150.00. $90.00 $1050.00, $653.00 $1 2000.00 >t $65862.00 Expenses Summer Morning Program Payroll Expenses . Workman's Comp Payroll Tax . Disability (The Hartford) Arts & Crafts / Snacks Dock Beach / Swimming . Nets, floats, permit, sign . Lifeguard Special Events {Halloween Parade & Easter Egg. . Other Programs Basketball u .Jall Tennis _ u __, Equipment for Programs/Repai, House & Garden Tour Bookkeeper . Insurance $16905.00 $892.00, $1480.00 $37.00 $677.00 $2991 .00 $653.00 $201.00 . GeneraLI,Ja.b.i1jty .Director's In_su~nc<l. _ _ _ . u . AccOlJntingEee!l... ___ n..Dffice Supplies,LMailings. ,A.dvef"Sising (FI Gazet~e) . n u_ _Misc;:P<l.Ila.lti<l.SlsO)Bank. <;hargesHsL_ . m_ _iFed. JaJ<.ctof!ll,990P~H3_~ _ _~tol'(STAl!.{FormCbaf49i'){lQL _.~ FIUtjlity_LHL_ .__ um__m.$J_41.00,_ . u__" To~al ___. ,_. ,.$J!i7J8.09'. -1'" . $621.00 $450.00, $712.00 u$192.00, . . $3000.00 $4624.00 $1095.00.__ ___ $475,00. $lS19.00, . ___$_50.00, ' t- , ._ ___.__..~.._.,._.,_,,_"'.. ___._.._._.~.,_._.,_,..,"._,_,.L.._.__.._. _ _ _"__,,___._._~_ ." - _,____"_,_____.__...._.__ . .-- - -- -- - - --------..-.-..". . -- - -'-----"---"- Ltol!l!PfofLtllClss) . ____. ..... _ _.__'$?~11.1,9.Q".L...___ . _ __ __..__.. j* tL2QQQ_N_()Y.<l.s~()_1l!lcla.!iCll1clcma.~i().I1..t()_!>e.PllU0\V3rcl.~a.!lfteldJl!Olec!...____. !, fall 2001 (drainage, re rade, re-seed)' , 47 SANGER FUND 2001 The Sanger Fund was established in memory of Peter D. Sanger in 1986, and since that time has made about 91 grants totaling more than $949,000. The purpose of this fund is to provide baCk-up to Island organizations when special requirements exceed their budgets. More than , 50 people contributed in the initial appeal establishing the fund. There was a second appeal in connection with the initiation of the Walsh Park project, to which over 100 people contributed. The Sanger Fund does not have a regular annual appeal so as not to compete with fund-raising efforts of other Island organizations. The fund does, however, receive unsolicited contributions each year. The current endowment is approximately $956,000. The Sanger Fund committee is responsible for reviewing proposalS and awarding grants. Current committee members are Kandi Sanger, Chair; Mark Andrews, secretary; Jean Calhoun; Ken Edwards; Dick Hale; Catherine Jenssen; Steve Malinowski and Peter Burr. There are approximately 25 organizations on the Island, and committee members are responsible for coordinating with these groups to identify special needs that might exceed budgets. Recent grant awards by The Sanger Fund indude: Island Health Project Campaign ThanksgMng Turkeys (from Nov. '00) H.l. Ferguson Museum (2'"' Installment) F.I. Conservancy (lobster shell disease study) Sea Stretcher engine replacement challenge $25,000. $212. $8,300. $10,000. $1 5,000. The Sanger Fund welcomes requests from Island organizations that meet special funding requirements. Grant applications are available from committee members. 48 'WYJ 23 'eJi./'u" !J.[and, dV. 'y. 06'390 Dear Island Residents, June 200 1 Walsh Park Benevolent Corporation's most significant accomplishment during the past year was the acquisition of a single family home, bringing our total properties under management to fourteen. We remain committed to sustaining and growing the number of properties that are only available to year round residents. We know from the experiences of Fishers Island and every other coastal community, that maintaining a vital pennanent population is a significant and clfficult issue. We believe that availability of affordable housing is a key consideration as families assess their quality of life. Our thanks once again to the participants and volunteers for making the annual Walsh Park Open Gold tournament a great success. Special thanks to the Hay Harbor Club for the use of the course and to Manager Dick Dugpn, Greenskeeper Dave Denison, Golf Pro Phil Leddy and staff for their outstanding support. Thanks as well to tournament organizer Gail Cypherd and many other Walsh Park residents for their wonderful assistance. This years tournament will be Saturday )uly 28th, at noon. Finally, thanks to so many Island families for their gracious support over the past 13 years. Sincerely, 0.). 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