Town of Islip: Facility Closures, Meetings Canceled

TOWN OF ISLIP, NY — The Town of Islip have implemented some changes in response to the coronavirus outbreak across Suffolk County. Officials announced on Monday that town offices on 655 Main Street (Town Hall), 401 Main Street (Town Hall West) as well as the offices in 40 Nassau Avenue and 50 Irish Lane (Brookwood Hall), will be closed to the general public. The town made the decision following the news of the second coronavirus-related death reported in Suffolk County. The number of confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in the county climbed to 74

The closure will go into effect on Monday, but will still be open by appointment only and to employees. Residents are encouraged to use the town’s website a to conduct any necessary town business. Visit the E-Government Services page here.

Constituent services can be reached by calling 631-224-5380. Senior Centers closed until further notice, however, essential Senior Citizen services will continue, including at home meal delivery and transportation to doctors appointments. Seniors who use Senior Centers for meals may request home delivery by calling 631-224-5340.

Traffic Violations conferences scheduled for March 23 and April 6 have been canceled. The Town’s Planning Board meeting scheduled for Thursday has been canceled. There will be no animal adoptions for 2 weeks, effective Monday. Donations will still be accepted. For Lost Dogs, call 631-224-5660.

WRAP Pail distribution will be halted for 2 weeks, effective Monday. All programs, classes, concerts and the exhibit at the Islip Art Museum are canceled until further notice.

"These are unsettling times for all of us. However, I want to reassure you, on behalf of our Town Board, that the Town of Islip is working hand-in-hand with county, state and federal officials, to ensure that our residents have the latest information about COVID-19, symptoms, prevention and protocols," Supervisor Angie Carpenter said in a statement. "I am asking everyone to do their part by social distancing, working from home, avoiding social gatherings, checking in on a neighbor and supporting their local businesses. Our Township is made up of more than 330,000 residents, many of whom endured Hurricane Sandy. Our Town came together then, and we will get through COVID-19. Be safe and stay well."