The Way It Was for November 2, 2023
From an 1898 “must vote for Scudder” push to the Election Day “backlash” of 1998, here are tales of campaigns past.
Competitive Races at the Top of Southampton Town Ballot
With Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman facing a term limit this year, two current trustees seeking a seat on the town board, and newcomers stepping up to challenge incumbents in multiple roles, Election Day in Southampton is shaping up to be a competitive one.
Small Parcel, Big Precedent on Harbor View?
The owner of a Springs property wants to demolish his 1,600-square-foot cottage, built before zoning laws were established in 1957, and build a 2,160-square-foot house with a terrace, covered porch, and new sanitary system. Besides the requested special permit, five variances are needed.
No Contest for Town Board
Kathee Burke-Gonzalez will probably cruise into the supervisor’s office, David Lys will most likely hold onto his spot on the town board, and Tom Flight is the standout among the other candidates. But to provide constructive dissent, the G.O.P. must step up its game.