Sewer District Community Forum Scheduled For Southampton Village

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Southampton Village is set to host a "Clean Water Project" community forum to discuss efforts to create a sewer district downtown in the village business district.

The event takes place on Saturday, October 19 from 10 a.m. until noon in the Southampton Village Hall board room; Village Hall is located at 23 Main Street in Southampton.

Members of the Southampton Village board, the Clean Water Project Committee, and Dr. Christopher Gobler are slated to attend the presentation and discussion.

Along with a presentation, the discussion will touch on topics including why a sewer district is needed; what the sewage treatment plant would look like; how it would work; and more, with an aim of dispelling "any myths or misconceptions," officials said.

Community members are encouraged to attend, ask questions and engage in the session.

The goal is "to engage residents on the project, provide transparency, and solicit feedback," officials said. "A sewer district is desperately needed to address the persistent pollution of Lake Agawam and other village water bodies. A sewer system would strengthen the business district and allow for more restaurants and additional affordable housing options."