Mission
STATEMENT
The Friends of Fire Island Pines was established in 2025 with a mission to:
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Protect our Fire Island Pines National Seashore environment from the harms of commercial overdevelopment.
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Protect property values and property owner rental income by limiting the ability of corporations to add hotels across the Pines.
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Maintain the peaceful quality of life for Fire Island Pines residents.
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Create a safe, inclusive, and inviting refuge for all Fire Island Pines visitors.
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Advocate for the rights and well-being of those working in the Pines.
IN OUR CROSSHAIRS
The Friends of Fire Island Pines is currently working to oppose the demolition of 16 Widgeon Walk and erect a hotel-like structure. The stated intention is to add staff housing, but the design looks remarkably similar to a future boutique hotel.
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OPPOSED by the Fire Island National Seashore and under their threat of condemnation if it is built out of concerns of contamination of groundwater and harm to the seashore.
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Would soar 33 feet above grade and 44 feel above sea level, making it one of the tallest structures on the island.
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24 bedrooms and 22 bathrooms with a 225-foot sewage field
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OUR SUPPORTERS
Our supporters currently include 54 homeowners representing 50 households in Fire Island Pines.
STEERING COMMITTEE
Thomas Brown
Michael Giordano
Geoffrey Hoefer
Edward Reddan
Meg Switzgable
Bob Tortola
