Town Trustees

Overall, the Southampton Town Republican incumbent Trustees are an impressive lot, although their opponents have found weaknesses in their handling of dock applications and in their unwillingness to fight Golf at the Bridge, which could affect Trout Pond. We support Scott A. Strough, a real estate broker who acts as chairman, Edward J. Warner, a Hampton Bays bayman, and Jon Semlear, a Noyac bayman, without hesitation. Peter Corwith of Water Mill is another good incumbent, who has worked for public access.

As in East Hampton, however, the Democrats have fielded a number of good candidates. One is Julie Penny, who would bring a committed environmental voice to the board. Another is Kelly King, who presents his concerns about public beaches and docks very reasonably.

Marietta M. Seaman has our vote for re-election as Southampton Town Clerk as does William Masterson Jr. for Highway Superintendent.