Our Ponds, Lake, Bay and Ocean are polluted; coastal resiliency is threatened.

Many of the things we love about Montauk are endangered.

We are currently facing a multitude of pressing environmental challenges that demand our immediate attention. As residents of Montauk, it is imperative that we unite as a community to identify and prioritize the most critical environmental issues, setting aside any political differences.

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Please sign this NEW petition to add your name to this letter asking the Town of East Hampton Planning Department and Planning Board to fully investigate the approvals for Este Restaurant, Offshore (formerly Sands Motel), and Sands Motel East — and to use every authority available under the Town Code and all other applicable laws to determine whether the Este Restaurant approval should be revoked, suspended, modified, or otherwise prevented from proceeding as currently approved.

On August 24, 2026, The Montauker submitted a detailed letter and supporting documentation to the Town identifying serious inconsistencies in the approval, permitting, occupancy, sanitary, and land-use records associated with these connected properties.

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Fort Pond (a closed body of water) is contaminated and unsafe for recreation.

Fort Pond faces significant challenges due to aging septics, cesspools, and 12+ stormwater drains that funnel contaminants into it.

South Lake and Lake Montauk continue to be contaminated.

Restaurants, commercial businesses, and residents have a substantial role in contributing to this contamination issue.

How long will this Surfside Outflow pipe be allowed to continue to pollute?

For centuries, the Surfside Outfall Pipe has allowed contaminated stormwater and debris to flow unchecked, often with high bacterial levels.

An urgent dune & habitat restoration project is imperative at Ditch Plain Beach

We are facing an imminent threat of losing Ditch Plains. The coastline is eroding rapidly, and the dunes are thinning at an alarming rate.

The Southern Pine Beetles Destruction of Napeague Stretch

The ongoing pine tree infestation along Napeague Stretch, between Amagansett and Montauk, poses significant risks. The dead trees create hazards like wildfires and potential accidents on State Route 27, demanding immediate attention and resolution.

Advocating for clean water on Fort Pond for safe recreation.

Fort Pond Bay’s elevated bacteria levels in summer are due to commercial establishments’ failing and outlawed high-capacity cesspools.

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Reposting From Ditch Plains Association Dear, Supervisor, Kathee Burke Gonzalez Deputy Supervisor, Cate Rogers Town Board Member, Tom Flight Town Board Member, David Lys cc: New York Assemblyman, Fred Thiele Suffolk County Legislature, Ann Wellk
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