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Town Board Considers Closure of 'Milk and Things' for Repeated Illegal Sales to Minors
The town board discussed the closure of a business named 'Milk and Things' due to repeated violations of laws prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to minors and the sale of flavored vapes, which are illegal in New York State. Despite a previous adjournment for compliance, the business continued to sell these products. A warrant executed on June 25th, 2026, confiscated flavored vapes, and a minor purchased a flavored vape from the location. The town attorney's office recommended keeping the establishment closed due to its status as a public nuisance and its role in attracting young people to nicotine addiction. The board ultimately decided to table resolution 523 to August 5th, allowing the business's representative to work with the town attorney's office to agree on a plan for selling the property immediately, with strict monitoring if operations are allowed to continue temporarily.
Public Hearings Held for Covenant Removal and Single-Family Home Development
The board heard a request to lift historical covenants and restrictions for Planning Board job 23-44 AI Intercount Realy LLC. The representative stated that these covenants no longer relate to the property's current or future use and that they were not seeking relief from proposed new covenants. The board also held a public hearing concerning the application of Stanley Gilpin (HPLN3-36, Planning Board job 25-27 AE) for property located on the northeast corner of Gilbert Place and Overland Avenue. The applicant intends to build a single-family home on the property, which is zoned for business E and residence B but should be residential as it is on a residential block. The owner has agreed to all covenants and restrictions for the home.
Advocates Urge Town to End Moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems
Julia Damiano, representing the New York League of Conservation Voters and the Citizens Campaign for the Environment, urged the town board to allow the moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) to expire and support their responsible deployment. She highlighted BESS as essential for storing renewable energy, providing reliable power, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, supporting clean energy goals, creating local jobs, and stabilizing energy costs. While acknowledging safety concerns, she stated that modern BESS facilities are designed under strict safety codes, citing updated guidelines from the New York State Fire Prevention and Building Codes Council. Lauren Corkin Doulan, representing the Alliance for Clean Energy (ACE New York), echoed these points, emphasizing the need for solutions to grid stress during extreme weather and expressing a desire to partner with the town. Both speakers urged the town to update its codes and embrace this technology for energy security, grid resilience, and affordability.
Property Owner to Repair Investment Property at 15 Isles Place Following Town Action
During the discussion of Resolution 513, Bernard J. Zimn, representing a client for 15 Isles Place, addressed the board. His client is working with the town and has filed a plumbing inspection report. The town had to board up the location on an emergency basis. Zimn's client, Nikari Fernandez (represented by her spouse Walter Ayala Mahia), purchased the property about a year or two ago as an investment and intends to repair it to its original condition with a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) and then sell it. Zimn inquired who to contact to enter the premises without issues. Ron Kusner from the town attorney's office will arrange for an inspector to grant access for the client to work on the property. The board approved the resolution, which grants authority for the town's actions at the property, acknowledging the client's intent to repair and sell, and the clearing of alleged squatters by Suffolk County Police on May 16th.
Resident Raises Concerns About Persistent Nightly Fireworks
A resident, Julie Vera, living at 43 Tmont Road in Lindenhurst, expressed concern about nightly fireworks from mid-May to September, and sometimes into October. The fireworks, including firecrackers and loud explosions, occur between 8:30 PM and 1:00 AM, disturbing her sleep. Assistant Deputy Town Attorney Jorge Rosario, who runs the quality of life task force, will introduce her to an investigator who works overnight hours. The investigators have previously worked with residents to gather information leading to police action. The town plans to provide Ms. Vera with the investigator's contact information for direct communication regarding issues in her area.
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