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Edmund J. Smyth

Supervisor2022-2028

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At a glance

News mentions
2

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
56
Total speaking time
12:03:55
Avg per meeting
12:56
Segments
13739

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Filtered to Environment

Top issues during term (13)(Environment)

high↓Jan 2025[52]

Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Restrictions

Nullified potential state equipment rebate utilization for commercial landscaping shifts.

critical↑Apr 2026[16]

Battery Storage System Moratorium

No direct cost to taxpayers — it's a temporary pause on approvals while the town studies the issue.

medium→Sep 2026[13]

storm recovery and power outages

Residents face potential financial hits from spoiled groceries, lost work time, and possible property damage from fallen trees.

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Preservation of wooded land at the Congregational Church (Centerport)

Allows the church to realize value from its land without variance costs; no town expense.

high↑Jun 2025[6]

Ingraham Preserve Open Space Acquisition

Appropriates $113,200 from the Open Space and Park Improvement Reserve Fund.

high↓Oct 2026[5]

Center Shore Park and Cold Spring Harbor Waterfront Plans

Supported by private donations of $250,000 for Cold Spring Harbor waterfront enhancements.

high↓Aug 2026[2]

Mount Misery Road Pool Cabana and Water Runoff Concerns

Property owners bear the cost of engineering and drainage solutions required by the town.

medium↓Dec 2025[1]

Environmental Review and Wildlife Protections in Local Development

None directly resulting from this informational session.

medium↓Aug 2025[1]

Municipal Energy Efficiency and Grant Funding

Generates hundreds of thousands in external grant funding while lowering town fuel and electricity operating expenses.

high↓Jul 2025[1]

Aquifer Protection and Stormwater Management

high↓Apr 2026[1]

Sabbath Day Path Property Demolition & Asbestos Abatement

$170,000 allocated for demolition and environmental abatement.

critical↓Feb 2025[1]

Vineyard Bay Estates Stormwater and Drainage Improvements

Additional private investment by the developer in enhanced stormwater infrastructure to protect surrounding properties.

high→Jul 2026[0]

Tanyard Lane Estates Subdivision & Wetland Review

Development of multiple high-end homes will increase local tax revenues.

Decisions during term (9)

Recorded while Smyth was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

approved5-0Nov 5, 2026

2026-539 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to apply for and receive financial assistance from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for the Municipal Waste Reduction, Recycling and Recycling Coordination (MWRC) State…

approved5-0May 5, 2026

2026-293 SUPPORT and CLASSIFY under New York State Environmental Quality Review Act Round 24 Suffolk County Downtown Revitalization grant applications (Greenlawn Civic Association) and authorizing the Supervisor to execute all necessary…

approved5-0May 5, 2026

2026-294 SUPPORT and CLASSIFY under New York State Environmental Quality Review Act Round 24 Suffolk County Downtown Revitalization grant applications (Greater East Northport Civic Association) and authorizing the Supervisor to execute all…

approved5-0Apr 14, 2026

2026-173 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to apply for and receive grant funding under the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) Strengthening Essential Cybersecurity for Utilities and Resilience Enhancement (SECURE) Program.…

approved5-0Apr 14, 2026

2026-179 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to execute an agreement with Miller Environmental Group for an 8-hour, on site HAZWOPER Training Course required by the Department of Maritime Services. ____ ____ ____

approved5-0Apr 14, 2026

2026-212 SUPPORT and CLASSIFY under New York State Environmental Quality Review Act Round 24 Suffolk County Downtown Revitalization Grant Applications (Huntington Village Business Improvement District) and authorizing the Supervisor to…

approved5-0Feb 10, 2026

2026-48 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to apply for and receive financial assistance from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation for the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) State Assistance Program.

approved5-0Feb 10, 2026

2026-49 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to apply for and receive grant funding under the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, 2025 Municipal Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Clean Vehicle Rebates Program.

approved5-0Feb 10, 2026

2026-50 AUTHORIZE the Supervisor to apply for and receive grant funding under the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, 2025 Municipal Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure Grant Program.