BackgroundThe precise language is consistent with similar legislation already in place locally, at the Incorporated Villages of Southampton, North Haven, and East Hampton, summarized below and
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- Gas Leaf Blowers can operate September 21 to May 19: 8am - 4pm/ Monday - Friday and 8am - 1pm on Saturday.
- Gas Leaf Blowers (GLB) are restricted from operating: May 20 to September 20 and on Sundays/year-round and holidays.
Grounded in the 400+ Plan section of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan, this legislation was recommended by the Sustainable Southampton Green Advisory Committee as a result of public pressure, and significant public health and environmental benefit that align with New York State GreenHouse Gas (GHG) reduction targets.