Islip Officials Celebrates Major Upgrades At West Islip Marina

ISLIP, NY — West Islip Marina back and better than ever after undergoing infrastructural upgrades that are now complete.

Earlier this week, current and former Town of Islip officials celebrated completion of the upgrades with a recent recent ribbon-cutting ceremony. In attendance were Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter, Councilmen Jorge Guadron and Michael McElwee, Town Clerk Linda Vavricka, Commissioner of Parks and Recreation Tom Owens and former Councilman Brian Ferrugiari.

"These improvements will help support local marina operations and provide better access to the water for residents," Carpenter said. "Now more than ever, we are focused on enhancing boating safety throughout the Town, and we’re grateful to take another step forward with this project."

Officials said the upgrades were designed to improve safety, accessibility and environmental resilience. Key enhancements consisted of rebuilding the boat ramp and replacing the west side bulkhead, both essential to marina operations. The electric and water services on the west side were upgraded to better serve boaters and the marina’s north wall also underwent renovations. At the marina entrance, both sides of the breakwater were fully replaced and dredging was completed to support safe navigation.

In addition to the, the project also included enhancements on the east side of the marina. Native plants were added along the breakwater to support shoreline stability and environmental health, along with a new fencing installed along the beach. Roadways and parking areas on the west side were repaved, creating a more accessible and welcoming experience for residents.