Make Your Voice Heard: Shape the Future
Discover how you can contribute to the restoration efforts for Stony Brook's Mill Pond and Smithtown's Stump Pond.
The future of these ponds depends on community participation. Your involvement matters. Here are ways you can contribute:
1. Stay Informed
Keep up-to-date with developments.
- Check this website for updates.
- Follow Suffolk County Government announcements (County Executive, DPW).
- Monitor NYS DEC for dam safety & environmental news.
- Read local news covering Smithtown and Stony Brook.
2. Attend Public Meetings
Participate in local governance.
- Look for meeting schedules on the Suffolk County Legislature site.
- Check the Town of Smithtown site for relevant meetings.
- Watch for project-specific update meetings announced by the county.
3. Contact Officials
Share your perspective with decision-makers.
- Suffolk County Executive: Hon. Ed Romaine (Contact Info).
- Your Suffolk County Legislator: (Find Yours Here).
- Town of Smithtown Officials: (Contact Info).
- Your NYS Assemblymember & Senator.
4. Share Your Story & Photos
Contribute to our collective memory.
- Share historical photos, memories, or recent observations related to the ponds.
- These contributions enhance our Gallery.
- **How to Submit:** Please email details and files to:
[You need to create and insert an email address here, e.g., contact@suffolkpondsinitiative.org] - (Note: Submission implies permission for website use with attribution.)
5. Support Local Groups
Connect with organizations working on related issues.
- Seatuck Environmental Association
- Local Historical Societies (Stony Brook, Smithtown)
- Nissequogue River / Stony Brook Harbor watershed groups
- Consider volunteering or donating.
6. Educate & Discuss
Foster informed community dialogue.
- Share information from this site responsibly.
- Engage in constructive conversations about the ponds' future.