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August 27, 2010

Bellport Centennial a big hit

Letter to the Editor-

The recent celebration of the 100 year anniversary of Bellport Village was a huge success.

These types of events do not happen automatically- they are the result of many people working very herd behind the scenes to make it all happen.

There are too many people to name and acknowledge here, but for sure I must congratulate Sherry and Tom Binington for running and orchestrating such a great event for all of us.

Our whole family participated in many events and enjoyed all the others over this weekend-from the Centennial Golf Outing to the antique car parade and then to the sea chanties at the dock.

Well done and thank you to all the volunteers who made this such a memorable and wonderful celebration.

Michael and Janet Foster
Bellport, NY

 

 

August 22, 2010

Courtesy Not In Short Supply

I am delighted to write this letter regarding Chief Dane Hartman of the Bellport Fire Department. Recently I was notified of a brush fire on a parcel of property that I own. The response was immediate & competent as always by the Bellport Fire Department but Chief Hartman went above and beyond the call of duty. Chief Hartman notified me out of courtesy as to what had taken place on my property. The extra time he took to notify me put my worries & fears to rest. The residents of the Bellport Fire District have a great deal to be thankful for!

With respect,

Joseph P. Gagliano
Village of Bellport

 

 

August 13, 2010

Sidewalks, Lights, Sewers. MONEY

Because it is offered doesn't mean it should be accepted. $300,000.00 to upgrade sidewalks? $150,000.00 from the Dormitory Authority? And we wonder why our State and Federal Goevrnments are running record deficits. There is no such thing as free money!

As to the sidewalks, without any knowledge of where these funds might be spent, I am at very best, skeptical. In the business district? Why? On the Lanes, it could prove to be disastrous. (threat to trees and a loss of a little more of what makes Bellport, Bellport) Residents should be made aware of how this money might be used before any is accepted. I would be sure that not a dime is spent in the Historic District. I am also concerned about the $15,000.00 grant for lighting. Why?

Finaly, I can assure you from experience you DO NOT want to be any part of a study, creation or implimentation of a Sewer District(another taxing entity). OPT-OUT. It is uneccessary, extremely costly, a major disruption to daily life and just wait till you get the bill to be connected. Bellport sits atop the best purifying system nature could provide. Don't listen to some Bureaucrat with an agenda tell you how you need this! Bellport is doing just fine and isn't getting any bigger. There is no need to interfere with the natural process.

Senator Foley, Mr. Mayor, may I suggest you read the 8/13/10 New York Times. Front page "Spending Posts Now a Liability for Lawmakers" The gist is, don't spend unless absolutely neccessary. Earmarks and bringing home pork is for PIGS. Stop the Craziness!!!!!!!!!

Sincerely,

Tony Dwyer
Sewall's Pt., FL

 

 

August 5, 2010

Bellport Mayors

I don't know where the Advance reporter got his information on the history of the past mayors of Bellport, but the story about Harold Penny must have been done by radar. Please note that he didn't even get the spelling of his last name right. During the year 1931 prohibition was in effect and many Bellporters were part of illegal alcohol "transactions." . There was a lot of money changing hands in those bad days of depression from bootleggers which my father wanted no part of. When the people involved started storing liquor in our cellar my father decided to resign as mayor. He and Mr. McIntosh were definitely not the best of friends so they parted ways. I don't know what happened to the money after that, but I do remember the liquor stashed in the cellar.

George Penny
Bellport, NY

 

 

August 1, 2010

The Best Place On Earth!

This was a beautiful beach week and I had the good fortune to go to four beaches in our area, Smith’s Point, Cupsogue, Meschutt and our own Ho Hum Beach. All were beautiful and the weather was perfect, but one beach was the best, and it was ours. We are so lucky. My kids love coming home to Bellport and the beach, whether it’s Ho Hum or Mothers’. My grandchildren love the beach too. The marina is great for our family with the playground and the chance to catch snappers and crabs on the dock. Keeping our facilities in top shape doesn’t happen without a lot of hard work. Thanks to the Village and to Rich Rieb and his wonderful staff who keep our beaches and marinas clean, welcoming and safe for all of us and our families. We do live in the best place on earth!

Connie Albin
Bellport, NY

 

July 28, 2010

The Lights On Bellport Lane

Bellport Lane - One of the many wonders of Bellport and often the main street people see when visiting. The Lane evokes memories of a time past...charming, historical, beautiful to look at. There are so many wonderful stories about the Lane and its homes...from seafarers, to artists, to the many interesting people and families who have inhabited these homes for hundreds of years.

But the Lane has gone dark. Even on summer evenings, when the town of Bellport is mostly inhabited, a nighttime stroll down Bellport Lane is often dark. Homeowners have perhaps gone back to the city or are away on vacation. Midweek and off season, it is incredibly dark strolling down the Lane at night. In fact, it is somewhat spooky at times.

We would love to see the lights come back at night. Walking down Bellport Lane and seeing the warmth of lights from these beautiful homes is so comforting...it is part of the charm of our village.

A few timer lights, well placed in these homes, would bring back so much character and life to Bellport Lane. We have a home on Bellport Lane and have done so. Even when we arrrive at night to our house, the twinkling lights welcome us in.

Just a thought.

Marna Davis
Bellport, NY

 

July 14, 2010

Letter to Bellport of Thanks

I want to say thank you to the Bellport Yacht Club for hosting a wonderful regatta July 3rd and 4th. It was my son’s first time racing in an i420 regatta and what a wonderful venue for him to always remember! My husband and I loved your “Mayberry” town. Everyone was so nice and friendly and the town was picture perfect. We hope next year you will be hosting another i420 regatta because we can’t wait to visit Bellport again.

Jaime Robinson
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

June 23, 2010
 
Handicapped Parking

Just a note to remind folks that handicapped spaces are not for quick visits to the Post Office or to the Market. There are folks who need to park close because of health problems. These handicapped stickers are not just given out on whims. I frequently see cars without handicapped stickers or handicapped license plates parked in the blue spaces in front of CVS or the post office.

Please think of others and save yourself a parking ticket or a tow, thank you.

Joan Napolitano
Bellport, NY