LINAP Newsletter Archive

August 2023

This month we are highlighting the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection and the Long Island Sound Study.

Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection (LICAP)

Long Island Sound Study I

Long Island Sound Study II

July 2023

This month we are highlighting the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by the South Shore Estuary Reserve (SSER).

South Shore Estuary Reserve Update

June 2023

This month we are highlighting the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by the Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative.

Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative Update II

Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative Update I

May 2023

This month we are highlighting the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by the Soil and Water Conservation Districts in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Nassau County Soil and Water Conservation District

Suffolk County Soil and Water Conservation District

April 2023

This month we are highlighting the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by the Long Island Regional Planning Council (LIRPC).

LIRPC Update I

LIRPC Update II

March 2023

This month we are highlighting tips for an eco-friendly lawn and LIRPC’s Long Island Water Quality Challenge

LIRPC’s Long Island Water Quality Challenge

Tips for an Eco-Friendly Lawn

February 2023

This month we are highlighting the work from the Protection Committees in Nassau and Suffolk County

Nassau County Protection Committee

Suffolk County Protection Committee

January 2023

This month we are highlighting the work from NYS Center for Clean Water Technology (CCWT)

CCWT Update

2022 Issues

December 2022

This month we are highlighting our partner’s accomplishments from 2022

Summary of Partnership Accomplishments (PDF)

November 2022

This month we are highlighting on-site wastewater infrastructure programs in Nassau and Suffolk County

Nassau County on-site wastewater infrastructure update

Suffolk County on-site wastewater infrastructure update

October 2022

This month we are highlighting wastewater infrastructure projects in Nassau and Suffolk County.

Nassau County Wastewater Infrastructure Update

Suffolk County Wastewater Infrastructure Update

September 2022

These two issues highlight Septic Smart Week and the Long Island Water Quality Challenge.

Septic Smart Week with tips on septic care

Long Island Water Quality Challenge Announcement

August 2022

This issue highlights the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by the Long Island Sound Study (LISS).

LISS $54M Budget Expands Opportunities to Fund a Wide Range of Sound Restoration Projects
The Long Island Sound Futures Fund (LISFF)
New Environmental Justice Grant
Sustainable and Resilient Communities
Hypoxic Area Continues to Decline in the Sound
New Web Application to Measure Hypoxia
LISS Funded Research Finds Link Between Low Oxygenated Waters, Excess Nitrogen, and Coastal Acidification Solute Transport Model
Program Implementation and Progress Table Database

June 2022

This issue highlights the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by the Peconic Estuary Partnership (PEP).

Homeowners Rewards Program
Nitrogen and Septic Improvement Outreach
Stormwater Wetlands Project: Meetinghouse Creek
Peconic Estuary Solute Transport Model
Groundwater Discharge Study
Harmful Algal Blooms in Priority Embayments
2021 Annual Water Quality Report
Take the Reduce Nitrogen Pledge

May 2022

This issue highlights LIRPC’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Program and introduces the winners of this year’s Long Island Water Quality Challenge.

April 2022

This issue highlights the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by the Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

Long Island Regional Envirothon
Nassau County Soil and Water Conservation District Initiatives
Suffolk County Soil and Water Conservation District Initiatives

March 2022

Five Tips for an Eco-friendly Lawn
Take the Nitrogen Pledge

February 2022

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative.

Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative
Sugar Kelp Fertilizer Pilot Study
Ribbed Mussel Pilot Study
Economics of Commercial Bioextraction Feasibility Study
GIS Tool to Help Identify Suitable Sites for Bioextraction

January 2022

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by our LINAP partners in Suffolk County.

Suffolk County Coastal Resiliency Initiative
Countywide Wastewater Management District
Septic Improvement Program
Environmental Excellence Award
Subwatersheds Wastewater Plan
Environmental Health Information Management System

2021 Issues

In 2021, we continued to build our way back up from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic modifying the way we work, collaborate and support our partners. This month’s newsletter provides an overview of the great progress that was made in advancing the goals set by the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan during another extraordinary year.

November 2021

Water quality monitoring is a fundamental tool in water resource management and protection initiatives. Monitoring plays an important role in identifying impacts associated with residential and commercial development, industrial facilities, pollution events, storms and climate change. In this edition of the LINAP Newsletter, we highlight the many notable water quality monitoring programs underway in our region.

Save the Sound Unified Water Study
Hempstead Bay Water Quality Monitoring Program
Gobler Laboratory
Water Quality Monitoring in the Long Island Sound
Peconic Estuary Water Quality Monitoring Strategy
South Shore Estuary Reserve Coordinated Water Resource Monitoring Strategy

October 2021

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we introduce the Long Island Water Quality Challenge 2021 – 2022

STEAM competition invites middle and high school students to join the effort to tackle nitrogen pollution. Letters of interest due on January 10, 2022.

September 2021

This issue highlights the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by the Center for Clean Water Technology.

Nitrogen Removing Biofilters
NYS Wastewater Research and Innovation Facility
Shinnecock Indian Nation Septic System Upgrades
Nitrogen Sensor
Bulkhead Permeable Reactive Barrier at Hampton Bays

August 2021

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the ongoing nitrogen reduction related initiatives led by our LINAP partners at the Long Island Sound Study.

LISS Management Committee Finalizes 2021 Work Plan
Report Highlights 15 Years of Long Island Sound Futures Fund Accomplishments
Hypoxic Area Continues to Decline in the Sound
Returning the Urban Sea to Abundance
Environmental Justice Workgroup
Solute Transport Model
Sugar Kelp Pilot Projects
Interactive Web-based Viewer to Illustrate the Potential Future of Marsh Systems

July 2021

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by our partners in the Peconic Estuary Partnership (PEP).

Take the Reduce Nitrogen Pledge
Homeowners Rewards Program
Stormwater Wetlands Project: Meetinghouse Creek
Living Shoreline Nutrient Bioextraction Pilot Project
Water Quality Monitoring Strategy/2020 Annual Water Quality Report
Peconic Estuary Solute Transport Model
Nitrogen Assessment Project

June 2021

In this month’s issue we highlight the ongoing nitrogen related efforts in the South Shore Estuary Reserve (SSER).

Nitrogen Reduction Efforts in the SSER
Department of State (DOS) Geographic Information Gateway Story
Completed SSER Local Assistance Grant Program Projects
South Shore Blueway Trail

May 2021

In this month’s issue we highlight the on going nitrogen reduction initiatives lead by our partners in Nassau County.

Nassau County Launches S.E.P.T.I.C.
Western Bays Reconstruction and Resiliency Initiative
Nine Element Watershed Plan
Newsletter Survey

April 2021

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the ongoing nitrogen reduction-related initiatives led by the Long Island Regional Planning Council (LIRPC).

The Long Island Water Quality STEAM Challenge
Hempstead Bay (Western Bays) Water Quality Monitoring
Newsletter Survey

March 2021

In this month’s issue of the LINAP Newsletter, we focus on actions that can be taken to be eco-friendly this Spring.

Tips for an Eco-Friendly Lawn
Take the Nitrogen Pledge
Newsletter Survey

February 2021

This issue highlights the release of Suffolk County’s Wastewater Management District feasibility study.

January 2021

This issue highlights the Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative.

Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative
Utilizing Seaweed Aquaculture to Improve Water Quality in New York’s Coastal Waters
Sugar Kelp Fertilizer Pilot Study
Ribbed Mussel Pilot Study
GIS Tool to Help Identify Suitable Sites for Bioextraction
Shellfish Aquaculture Guidance Document

2020 Issues

December 2020

Despite the setbacks that 2020 delivered, LINAP partners remained vigilant and committed to advancing the goals set by the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan. This month’s newsletter provides an overview of the great progress that was made during this unprecedented year:

November 2020

This issue highlights LIRPC’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Program and introduces the 2nd Annual Long Island Water Quality Challenge.

October 2020

In this month’s issue of the LINAP newsletter, we highlight the ongoing nitrogen reduction initiatives led by our partners in the Peconic Estuary Partnership.

About the Peconic Estuary Partnership
Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) Update Complete
Total Maximum Daily Load for Nitrogen for the Peconic Estuary
Peconic Estuary Solute Transport Model
Living Shoreline Nutrient Bioextraction Pilot Project
Rain Garden Stormwater Treatment Project
Nitrogen Assessment Project
Subwatershed Management Plans for the Peconic Estuary
PEPC Intermunicipal Agreement
Homeowners Rewards Program
Agriculture Stewardship Program

September 2020

LISS Celebrates 35th Anniversary
LISS Budget Highest in History
2020 Long Island Sound Futures Fund
National Coastal and Estuarine Summit
Nutrient Bioextraction Pilot Projects
New Sustainable and Resilient Communities Work Group
System Wide Eutrophication Model Update
Solute Transport Model
Water Quality Monitoring

August 2020

LINAP Webpage Updates

June 2020

The South Shore Estuary Reserve
SSER Local Assistance Grants
NYSDOS Geographic Information Gateway – South Shore Estuary Reserve Shellfish Story
2018 South Shore Estuary Reserve Benthic Habitat Mapping Survey
Crosswalk Analysis
Nitrogen Reduction Efforts in the SSER

May 2020

Nitrogen Load Modeling for Nassau County’s Subwatersheds Released
South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Projects
- Reconstruction and Resiliency Upgrades
- Nitrogen Removal
- The Bay Park Conveyance Project
- Long Beach Water Pollution Control Plant Consolidation Project
Point Lookout Sewer Study
Nassau County Septic Improvement Program

April 2020

A Major Step Forward for Suffolk County’s Subwatersheds Wastewater Plan
Wastewater Management District Feasibility Study
Septic Improvement Program
Septic/Cesspool Upgrade Program Enterprise (SCUPE)
Suffolk County Environmental Health Information Management System (“EHIMS”)
Coastal Resiliency Initiative

March 2020

Tips for an Eco-Friendly Lawn

February 2020

Nitrogen Removing Biofilters
New York State Wastewater Research and Innovation Facility
Next Generation Nitrogen Removing Biofilters
Shinnecock Indian Nation Septic System Upgrades

January 2020

Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative
Utilizing Seaweed Aquaculture to Improve NY’s Coastal Water Quality
Oyster Bay Sugar Kelp Pilot Project
Shellfish Aquaculture Guidance Document
GIS Tool to Help Identify Suitable Sites for Bioextraction

2019 Issues

December 2019

Hempstead Bay (Western Bays) Water Quality Monitoring
Suffolk County Wastewater Management District Feasibility Study
Nitrogen Smart Communities
Long Island Water Quality Information Data System (LIQWIDS)
The Long Island Water Quality Challenge

October 2019

Governor Cuomo Announces Launch of Innovative Pilot Project to Combat Harmful Algal Blooms
2019 Report Shows Nitrogen Pollution Linked to Sewage Continues to Plague Long Island’s Waters
Plans to Reopen the Town of Hempstead Lab Underway
Governor Cuomo Signs Legislation that will Allow Sewers in Kings Park

September 2019

About the Long Island Sound Study
Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan
Total Max Daily Load/Nitrogen Reduction Strategy
Long Island Sound Futures Fund
Water Quality Monitoring
Advanced Septic System Nitrogen Sensor Challenge; Phase II: Prototype Testing

August 2019

Overview of the South Shore Estuary Reserve
Comprehensive Management Plan
South Shore Estuary Local Assistance Grants
Coordinated Water Resource Monitoring Strategy
South Shore Estuary Reserve Benthic Habitat Mapping
South Shore Estuary Reserve Council Stewardship Award

July 2019

Peconic Estuary Program
Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP)
Solute Transport Model
Nitrogen Mitigation Projects
Homeowner Rewards Program

June 2019

Subwatersheds Wastewater Plan
Septic Improvement Program
Septic/Cesspool Upgrade Program Enterprise
Environmental Health Information Management System
Water Quality Improvement District Feasibility Study
Coastal Resiliency Initiative

May 2019

6 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Lawn
LINAP Recommendations for Nitrogen Fertilizer Applications on Residential and Commercial Turfgrass

April 2019

Nitrogen Removing Biofilters
New York State Wastewater Research and Innovation Facility
Constructed Wetlands
Permeable Reactive Barriers

March 2019

Nassau County Subwatershed Planning
South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Projects
- - Reconstruction and Resiliency Upgrades
  - Effluent Diversion Projects
City of Long Beach Wastewater Diversion to the South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
Point Lookout Sewer Study
Nassau County Septic Improvement Program

February 2019

Oakdale Sewer Expansion
Over $1.5 Million in Funding for Research Projects in the Long Island Sound and its Watershed
Interactive Map Published for Potential Water Reuse Opportunities on Golf Courses

2018 Issues

November 2018

Treated Wastewater Reuse Roadmap Developed
Suffolk County Issues a Request for Proposals for a Countywide Water Quality Improvement District Feasibility Study
The New York Ocean Acidification Task Force Will Examine Adaptive Strategies for Ocean Acidification in State Waters
The United States Environmental Protection Agency Nitrogen Endpoints Memorandum Available for Public Comment

October 2018

Long Island Regional Planning Council and the Suffolk County Legislature Approve Funding for Countywide Water Quality Improvement District Study
LINAP Program Manager and Program Consultant
Nutrient Bioextraction Initiative
South Shore Estuary Reserve Stewardship Awards

September 2018

National Estuary Week
FLUPSYs Installed in the South Shore Estuary Reserve
Funding for Southold Cedar Beach Creek Habitat Restoration Project
Peconic Estuary Seeks Public Input on its Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan
2018 Long Island Sound National Estuary Program Work Plan

August 2018

Town of Hempstead Shellfish Hatchery Expansion Project
Town of Southampton Expands Septic Incentive Program
Town of North Hempstead Offers Town Residents Sustainability Classes

July 2018

Long Island Regional Planning Council Issues a Request for Qualifications for Nassau County Water Quality Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting
National Coastal Resilience Fund
Water Infrastructure Improvement Act and the Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grants Program
Town of Hempstead Unveils Plans to Re-open Water Testing Lab
New York Department of State Releases the 2017 Long Island South Shore Estuary Reserve Coordinated Water Resources Monitoring Strategy
South Shore Estuary Reserve Program Implementation Specialist Needed
Call for Nominations for South Shore Estuary Reserve Council Stewardship Award
Governor Cuomo Awards Over $1 Million in Clean Water Infrastructure Funds to Springs School in East Hampton

June 2018

Water Reuse at Cedar Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant
Long Island Regional Planning Council Issues a Request for Qualifications for Nassau County Water Quality Monitoring Analysis and Reporting
Suffolk County Water Authority Program Encourages Water Conservation

May 2018

Public Meetings
Fertilizer Fact Sheets
Advanced Wastewater Treatment System at Lake Ronkonkoma County Park
Long Island Commission on Aquifer Protection

April 2018

Long Island Sound Study – Bioextraction Coordinator
Restore New York Shellfish and the Shellfish Restoration Council
Center for Clean Water Technology – Nitrogen Removing Biofilters

March 2018

Long Island Sound 2017 Hypoxia Event Shortest in 24 Years
Suffolk and Nassau Counties Receive State Funding for Replacement of Aging Septic and Cesspools
Town of Brookhaven Sewer Expansion Funding

February 2018

LINAP Water Reuse Workgroup
Department of State Announces $668,385 in Grants to Protect and Guide Preservation of South Shore Estuary Reserve
Governor Cuomo Announces Resiliency Project to Reduce Nitrogen in the Western Bays

2017 Issues

2017 Year In Review

Suffolk County
Nassau County
Long Island Regional Planning Council/Department of Environmental Conservation
United States Geological Survey
Stony Brook University Center for Clean Water Technology
South Shore Estuary Reserve
Peconic Estuary Program
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Seatuck Environmental Association
Department of Agriculture and Markets (DAM)

November 2017

LINAP Water Reuse Workgroup
Department of State Announces $668,385 in Grants to Protect and Guide Preservation of South Shore Estuary Reserve
Governor Cuomo Announces Resiliency Project to Reduce Nitrogen in the Western Bays

October 2017

United States Geological Survey: Solute Transport Methods to Estimate Time-Varying Nitrogen Loading Rates to the Peconic Estuary
Department of Environmental Conservation Releases Report on Eelgrass and Water Quality
Peconic Estuary Seaweed Aquaculture Feasibility Study