Islip Notebook: Ocean Ave. Dock Refurbishment Completed

Renovation work at the Ocean Avenue Dock in Bay Shore was recently completed, which was part of a four-year project to refurbish the Bay Shore Marina.

The work included replacing the bay side dock and bulkheading, adding new dock slips and benches and improving parking in the area. A portion of the cost of these renovations has been funded by a New York State grant.

“Bay Shore Marina is one of the finest waterfront facilities on Long Island, and we are proud to celebrate yet another step in its revitalization,” said Supervisor Phil Nolan. “With the reconstruction of this dock, we hope more people will come explore this beautiful part of the south shore.”

Solar-powered Crosswalk Installed

The Town’s first solar crosswalk was installed recently at the corner of Sycamore Avenue and Lanson Street in Bohemia.

A solar panel on the top of the post absorbs sunlight to power flashing lights to ensure that the corner is a safe environment for pedestrian crossing, town officials said.

“The solar crosswalk is just one of the many projects the Town has worked on to promote green energy,” said Nolan. “It’s great that in this particular instance we’re also able to address a matter of public safety.”

Volunteer Honored

Islip officials recently honored Terry Fontana for her volunteer efforts throughout the Town.

For more than 25 years, Fontana has shared her passion for the game of tennis with youngsters in communities throughout the Town. She was a leader in the planning and operation of the annual Suffolk Tennis Rally Day, an event that is put on by the Town and the United States Tennis Association.

The Suffolk Tennis Rally Day brings children from Islip and local Community Tennis Associations throughout Long Island together at Casamento Park in West Islip to learn the fundamentals of the sport.