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Report on Sag Harbor Water Quality

In the Fall of 2016 the Sag Harbor Village Harbor Committee asked Stony Brook’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Studies (“SOMAS”) headed by Dr. Christopher Gobler to do a scientific assessment of the waters of the Village’s bays and coves. Although there had been concern about water quality previously, there had not been rigorous scientific sampling and documentation.

Later that year the Village received a proposal from Dr. Gobler and over the course of 2017 and early 2018 a private public partnership was formed to finance what has become a two year study.

Sampling began in April 2018 and culminated in September 2019. Dr. Gobler made a presentation to the Mayor, Trustees, the Harbor Committee, donors and the public in February, 2020.

The report (click to view) below summarizes Dr. Gobler’s presentation.

Permission to link thanks to the Sag Harbor Village Harbor Committee

“Living On The Edge”

Brought to you by Defend H2O.

Coastal adaptation in the face of rising seas is imperative for the sustainability of wetlands, wildlife, clean water and community lifestyle. Living On The Edge brings into focus the environmental implications of coastal armoring and why coastal retreat is critical to resource sustainability.

Kevin McAllister is founder and president of Defend H2O, a non-profit environmental organization working to protect clean water and coastal resources. Kevin’s academic training includes degrees in Natural Resources Conservation, Marine Biology and Coastal Zone Management. His professional environmental work spans more than 30 years with extensive training in coastal protection and restoration.