Government
Analysis: Key takeaways about future land use in Riverhead in draft comprehensive plan update
What does the draft comp plan update say about future land use in the Town of Riverhead? Here's a rundown of key points. Deadline for public comment is coming up Friday.
Government
Draft comprehensive plan update document released; comment period ends March 15
Riverhead Town has released a preliminary draft of the comprehensive plan update document prepared by BFJ Planning. View or download it here. Comment period ends March 15.
Government
Comp plan update workshop: Community members comment on plan’s preliminary goals
A crowd of more than 50 people went to Riverhead Town Hall on Wednesday to share their thoughts on preliminary goals and recommendations for the town’s comprehensive plan update.
Government
Public input sought on draft recommendations for comprehensive plan update, public workshop set for Dec. 13 at Town Hall
The purpose of the Dec. 13 workshop is to test draft recommendations with the public before the draft document is presented to the public, according to town officials.
Government
Planning consultants brief town on proposals to revise industrial zoning, revamp transfer of development rights program
Responding to community concerns about the nature and amount of industrial development in Calverton, planners are recommending zoning changes to reduce industrial development density and update rules for modern warehouse development and other uses.
Government
Westchester developer interested in building spa and beach resort on L.I. Sound in Riverhead
A Westchester-based developer is looking to build a '5-star resort' on the Long Island Sound in Riverhead and has met with Town Board members and other officials to discuss the idea.
Government
A vision for Riverhead Town: Planners present draft vision statement, give update on work so far
The vision for Riverhead: "a vibrant and sustainable community that balances economic growth, environmental stewardship, and quality of life for all residents." Town's planners give update on work done on comp plan update so far.
News
Industrial development, especially warehouses and EPCAL plans, are on residents’ minds at workshop with planners Saturday morning
Riverhead held the first of two public workshops on the comprehensive plan update today at the Suffolk Theater. About 90 people turned out to hear the planners' present issues and participate in breakout group discussions.
Government
A fresh start: Riverhead hosts Saturday meeting, hoping to boost public participation in planning for the community’s future
The town's new planning consultants will conduct their first public outreach meeting Saturday morning. They are hoping to get more community members involved in the process. Second article in a series focusing on the comprehensive plan update.
Environment
Riverhead Town wants your input: Workshop on comprehensive plan update set for April 22
The public is invited to a workshop on Riverhead’s comprehensive plan update on Saturday, April 22 at the Suffolk Theater on Main Street.