Governor Kathy Hochul today, in the wake of significant storm damage and erosion from recurring coastal storms, announced $3.5 million in state funding for Tobay and Overlook beaches as work begins to further strengthen the south shoreline of Long Island. Along with local towns and a partnership between the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the work is made possible through a multi-million dollar investment to protect and support the Long Island shoreline.
“The safety of New Yorkers is my top priority, and the ongoing state, local and federal partnership will build stronger, safer Long Island beaches,” Governor Hochul said. “We want to make sure the communities and infrastructure along the Long Island coastline are taken care of and that this effort will curtail further erosion.”
This announcement follows significant damage and erosion after extreme weather driven by climate change led to more risk to coastal communities. This work will help repair shoreline damage, protect communities and important recreation assets from severe weather events, and create jobs that boost local economies…