President’s Messages

Dear Neighbors,The moon is full, raging winds are making LI Sound look like the ocean and record high tides have pushed the water up to the street. It must be January on Eaton’s Neck I had planned on talking about the budget we just presented but, as you can see, Mother Nature doesn’t care about budgets. Winter storms like we had mid-month remind us who really runs things out here. See that river? Four months ago, it cost us nearly $3,000 to re-level the beach from similar damage. We got lucky on this one, but as you review the budget…

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Should I say Merry Christmas or Happy New Year? That all depends on when we get this issue printed. And with that level of efficiency, a new administration begins … A quick word of thanks to the outgoing board. Frank assembled a talented team and gave them the latitude to do their best work. Through bulkhead fundraising, watercraft re organization, website building, Tides upgrading, global pandemics…and, to cap it all off, bulkhead building, the challenges were many. Never have I seen a board work harder under such adverse conditions. It was an honor to be part of it and to…

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The end of summer is sadly approaching. I hope everyone enjoyed everything it had to offer and squeezed the sunshine out of each day. Please remain safe for the remainder of our outdoor time and continue to respect our neighbors and community as we navigate this uncertain time together. Thank you everyone for your support and commitment to your neighbors. Schools will be back in session soon, if you haven’t already seen the school buses practicing their routes throughout Eaton’s Neck. Please be cautious driving as the kids are going to be getting on and off buses sooner than we…

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Summer is in full swing here on the Neck. The smell of sunscreen fills the air and a layer ofsand has found its way into every crevice of life. It’s been such a pleasure seeing the kidsenjoying summer around the neighborhood and how much they have all grown up during thispast crazy year. Congratulations to our graduates as they move on to whatever is next. Weare so proud of all of you. Eaton’s Neck will always be home. Thank you to our Eaton’s Neck Fire Department as well as all the other Fire Companies whomcame out to celebrate the 4th…

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Dear Friends of Eaton’s Neck The sun is shining, boats are humming and the fish are biting! Welcome to summer on Eaton’s Neck, friends. Almost everyone’s favorite time of year has finally arrived. A HUGE thank you to all the folks who participated in a very successful beach clean- up this year, preparing our beach for the summer ahead. It was wonderful having new members and families join us and give back to the community. Registration and watercraft assignments are necessary in keeping the beaches clean and enjoyable for all members. Insuring that members are able to access the water…

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Dear Friends of Eaton’s Neck The Ospreys have returned along with warmer weather and longer days, signifying sum- mer is around the corner. Our first official POENB social activity of the year, the annual Easter Egg Hunt, was a huge success and there is reason to believe there will be more events to come this summer. Several beach cleanups are in the process of being organized to bring our prop- erties, facilities and beaches into prime condition. Those who have so kindly offered their services will be contacted with dates and various duties. It’s not too late if you would…

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Dear Friends of Eaton’s Neck, The snowmen have melted to reveal a sprinkling of new life breaking through the  earth. The ground beneath us unfreezes and the sun makes a daily appearance remind ing us we can all start to get rid of the winter layers. It’s Springtime on Eaton’s Neck and  with the new season we find ourselves excited to build community, share laughs and create  amazing memories.   Spring is when we, your POENB Board, focus on membership. Over the last uncer tain year, we hope you’ve appreciated your unique community more than ever. POENB dues  are used to…

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