Supervisor· 2022-2028
Edmund J. Smyth
Huntington
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Top issues during term (20)
The Cornerstone Melville Mixed-Use Development
Increases commercial and residential assessment values in the Melville area.
Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Restrictions
Nullified potential state equipment rebate utilization for commercial landscaping shifts.
Municipal Budget Adjustments and Capital Grants
Increases the maximum credit card spending limit for electronic purchases to $100,000 and adjusts departmental budgets across town operations.
Map of Eastern Hills Subdivision Waivers
Private developer funding for drainage infrastructure.
2026 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budgets
Overall town fund budget increases by 2.3% with a 0% tax increase in general and part-town funds.
Residential Variance Requests and Neighborhood Improvements
Private property investments with no direct cost to the town.
Heckscher Park Improvements and Open Space Funds
Directly impacts how $6.4 million in open space reserves and park improvement funds are budgeted and spent.
Comac Little League Field Renovation Funding
Involves a recommended $360,000 town funding allocation alongside $139,100 from the little league organization.
Tax Cap Considerations and Upcoming Budget Hearings
The budget gap stands at approximately $16 million between a services-rolled-forward budget of $264 million and a tax-cap-compliant draft of $248 million.
SEQRA Compliance and Generic Environmental Impact Statements for TDFRs
Economic certainty and development timelines for commercial property owners acquiring sanitary flow credits.
Melville Crossing Development Approval
The project seeks industrial development agency (IDA) tax abatements, which critics argue will shift tax burdens onto local homeowners.
Water District Bond Authorizations and Infrastructure Upgrades
Involves $7.075 million in total appropriations, backed by $3.875 million in bond debt and $3.2 million in district funds.
Commercial Property Use and Vehicle Restrictions on Depot Road
Negligible financial impact on the town.
storm recovery and power outages
Residents face potential financial hits from spoiled groceries, lost work time, and possible property damage from fallen trees.
Contested Retaining Walls and Drainage at 35 Hemingway Drive
The applicant will have to pay for an independent engineering review ordered by the town.
Revocation of Accessory Dwelling Unit at 11 Jameson Court
Estates at Elwood (Media Villa) Development
Generates new housing and ratables for the Elwood school district while preserving significant open space.
Vape Shop Saturation and Regulations
Potential revenue increase from higher fines.
The Artery Revitalization Project
Funded through $500,000 in county and federal grants, with potential future town matching funds of $50,000.
Manor Farm Park License Agreement
Generates lease revenue for the town while transferring maintenance responsibilities for historic structures.
Decisions during term (1037)
Recorded while Smyth was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Acceptance of minutes of October 22, 2026
Public Hearing 23747 — 27 Carman Road, Dix Hills (Rojas Ortiz and Martinez)
Public Hearing 23765 — 9 Montana Street, Huntington (Franco)
Public Hearing 23764 — 56 Wintercress Lane, East Northport (Varughese)
Public Hearing 23785 — 169 West Pulaski Road, Huntington Station (Casey)
Public Hearing 23784 — 10 Jameson Court, East Northport (Konur)
Public Hearing 23786 — 950 East Jericho Turnpike (Motorrad Realty LLC / Habberstad)
Resolution — retention of H2M Architects and Engineers (ZBA 23729, 35 Hemingway Drive)
Accessory apartment applications ADU 2284, 2295, and 2297
Approval of Minutes for October 8, 2026
Front Yard Variance for 48 Highland Court
Signage Variance and SEQRA Negative Declaration for 215 Jericho Turnpike
Retaining Wall Variance for 8 Dickens Avenue
Retaining Wall Variance for 10 Dickens Avenue
Retaining Wall Variance for 12 Dickens Avenue
Retaining Wall Variance for 14 Dickens Avenue
Second Extension of Grant for 104 Soundview Terrace
Amended Decision for 33 Pine Drive
Accessory Dwelling Unit Preliminary Approval for 27 Weston Street
Accessory Dwelling Unit Preliminary Approval for 68 Ninth Avenue
Voting record (24)
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Approval of Special Use Permit for Cornerstone Melville
Defeat of Gas Leaf Blower Restriction Ordinance
Adopt Local Law Introductory No. 26-2026 (Tax Levy Limit Override)
Late Starter: Six Remnant Defendants Participation Form
Recused from executive session discussion on this matter.
Authorize South Huntington Water District PFAS Treatment Improvements and Bonds
Authorize Huntington Sewer District Facility Improvements and Bonds
Resolution adopted 5-0.