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Click the following link in order to see
the new plans which were revealed by Tritec Development for the famous
Patchogue Four Corners:
Tritec Four Corners drawings
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The Village of Patchogue, with a population of 11,500, is located on the
Great South Bay, app. 50 miles from Manhattan and app. 60 miles from Montauk
Point. The general border lines of Patchogue Village are Blue Point on
the West, Roe Blvd on the North, Bay Avenue on the East and the Great South
Bay on the South.
The Village government consists of a Mayor and six
Trustees. Each position serves a four (4) year term and elections are
held every two (2) years unless a special election is required for a
replacement position. The Village Justice is also a four (4) year term.
As an incorporated village the Village of Patchogue also has its own Planning,
Zoning and Architectural Review Board. These boards are designed to help
streamline the development process for new homes and business’ to further
serve the residents and business owners the Village also has its own Building
and Housing Department.
We have one of the finest downtown shopping districts on Long Island. In
addition to the fine mix of retail stores, there are fine restaurants, banking
facilities, professional offices to serve people from all walks of life.
Patchogue is proud of its Chamber of Commerce that is very active and
productive for the community's benefit. The three major service clubs -
Kiwanis, Lions and Rotary are very supportive to community needs and meet in
local restaurants. Other community organizations such as fraternal, military
veterans, charitable, etc. are a vital part of the community
The Patchogue Theatre is a 1200 seat theatre built in 1921 as a vaudeville
house and in 2000 was renovated back to its original glory and is one of the
finest performing arts centers on the East Coast. The Theatre is a hallmark of
our community and serves as a destination point for many folks all over Long
Island.
We are very proud of our shorefront and
riverfront that present much activity. The Patchogue River is one of the
largest and finest on Long Island and accommodates numerous private yachts and
small craft as well as commercial vessels. There are many fine restaurants and
marinas that service the entire region. The Fire Island National Sea Shore is
headquartered in our Village where ferry services are provided to Watch Hill
on Fire Island. Ferry service is also provided to Davis Park on Fire
Island.
Patchogue Village has a very extensive recreation
program that includes a municipal pool, athletic fields, tennis courts and a
large park on our shore front that is available to people of all ages.
Boys and girls participate in the baseball, basketball and volleyball leagues
as well as summer fun programs and swimming lessons. We also provide adult
leagues in softball and volleyball. Our senior programs are outstanding,
with craft programs and trips to NYC available to all seniors.
Churches of most denominations and Synagogues are long
established in the community. Schools, libraries, medical services are
available throughout the community. Two colleges make Patchogue their home -
St. Joseph's College and Briarcliff College. Brookhaven Memorial
Hospital has a strong presence with a facility that houses dialysis treatment,
home care, hospice care and administrative functions located in the Village
and the hospital is located east of the village
Patchogue is a transportation hub with the Long Island Railroad, Suffolk
County Bus Service, Ferry Service to Fire Island, connections to all major
highways and a major regional airport just minutes away at McArthur Airport;
all with easy access to our downtown. The village has its own bus to transport
citizens to and from parts of the community.
The Suffolk County Police Department 5th Pct is located
on Waverly Avenue and East 2nd Street. The village has a Public Safety
Department that provides additional security to the community. The
Patchogue Fire Department has served the community for over 125 years and is
located in our downtown.
The Village of Patchogue has long been the anchor on the South Shore of
Long Island and has been a place "We are Proud to Call Home". Should you wish
to contact myself or any member of the Board of Trustees, their e-mail
addresses are located on the contacts page of this website.
Paul Pontieri
Mayor