Fishers Island Ferry Terminal Ramp and Pump Station Improvements
Southold
Summary
Fishers Island Ferry District Manager Geb Cook presented funding shortfalls for a critical boat ramp replacement project and long-term plans for a new ferry vessel. The board discussed seeking state or county financial assistance and exploring bonding and rate audits.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Capital needs include a $600,000 funding gap for the ramp project and multi-million dollar outlays for a new ferry.
Fishers Island residents and commercial operators dependent on reliable ferry transportation.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Town Board (Work) - Sep 22, 2026
The town engineer reported on completed emergency pump repairs and upcoming DEC permit evaluations for the Fishers Island community sewer system.
Town Board (Regular) - May 20, 2026
The town is moving forward with a $1.6 million bond to replace the vehicle offloading ramp at the Fishers Island ferry terminal and declared an emergency to fix failing sewer pumps on the island.
Town Board (Work) - May 5, 2026
Council Member Stevens and town officials detailed their recent visit to Fishers Island, addressing pressing needs around emergency medical services, water main upgrades, electrical submarine cables, and road maintenance.
Town Board (Work) - Feb 10, 2026
Fishers Island Ferry District Manager Geb Cook presented funding shortfalls for a critical boat ramp replacement project and long-term plans for a new ferry vessel. The board discussed seeking state or county financial assistance and exploring bonding and rate audits.
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