Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich

11/07/2026

Congratulations to Suffolk Plastic Surgeons, P.C. on their new location at 24 Research Way in East Setauket! I had a wonderful time celebrating this new chapter with their team.

After relocating from Belle Meade Road, we’re excited to see their practice continue to grow alongside the many other medical offices in the area.

Thank you for continuing to serve our community and sharing your expertise and services with our residents. Wishing you all the best in your new space!

10/29/2026

Collection change notice - November 11th

In observation of Veterans Day, your regularly scheduled paper/cardboard weekly collection will take place Saturday, November 14th. Please place all items at the curb Friday night to ensure collection.

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

The subject of orphanage voluntourism doesn’t get nearly enough attention. We often associate volunteering abroad with good intentions, life-changing experiences, and the desire to help those less fortunate. But what we don’t always realize is that these well intentioned efforts can sometimes do more harm than good to the very people we’re trying to help.

This is especially true in the multibillion dollar orphanage voluntourism industry, where travelers may believe they’re spending money to support a meaningful cause, when in reality, what they’re purchasing is an experience, not necessarily helping a child in need.

It was an eye opening reminder that good intentions alone aren’t always enough, and that we have a responsibility to better understand the impact of our efforts to help others.

A heartfelt thank you to Barak Laub and Dr. Kate Thompson for shedding light on this important issue and for your years of dedication to raising awareness and advocating for vulnerable children. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from your work and hope more people become aware of this issue. We look forward to working with you to help advocate for stronger legislation to provide regulatory oversight and standards over these industries. Special thanks to Kira Diaz for organizing and inviting me to the event.

To learn more about the issue please visit: https://www.volunteersneededthefilm.com

10/22/2026

I was invited to speak to the fifth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School about my role as a Town Councilmember and some of the local environmental issues we’ve been working on, including addressing invasive pepperweed at West Meadow, the Mill Pond Dam, and data centers on Long Island.

I was so impressed by how much these students already knew about what’s happening in our community and the thoughtful questions they asked! It really speaks to the wonderful work their teachers are doing to connect classroom lessons with real issues in our community. These students are clearly in great hands!

Thank you to the students and teachers for having me. I really enjoyed our conversation and can’t wait to be back next year.

10/20/2026

Another successful year at Stony Brook University's 3D PATH Toy Adaptation Event!

It was great to see so many students come together to use their creativity and engineering skills for such a meaningful cause. By adapting everyday toys for children with disabilities, these students are helping make playtime more accessible and enjoyable for kids who might otherwise have a hard time using these toys.

At this student run event, we were taught how to rewire and solder the toys, changing out switches and small control parts into buttons or other devices that allow children with disabilities to operate the toys. It was such a fun and hands on way to learn and help kids!

A big thank you to the 3D PATH Club, Dr. Mei Lin Chan, faculty advisors, and everyone who helped organize this event. Special thanks as well to the sponsors and industry partners who continue to support these students and this wonderful initiative. It's always great to see our students giving back to the community and using what they've learned to make a real difference. Looking forward to seeing this tradition continue for years to come!

10/16/2026

Thank you to Comsewogue High School for inviting me to celebrate the grand opening of the new Spartan Store!

I’m so impressed by the hands-on approach to giving students valuable skills they can carry into the real world. Every transaction, customer interaction, and challenge they encounter will be an opportunity to learn and grow.

A big thank you to Dr. Quinn, Dr. Mosca, Mr. Parente, the Board of Education, and everyone who helped bring this idea to life. Your dedication to providing students with meaningful educational opportunities truly shows!

Special thanks to Assemblywoman Rebecca Kassay for securing funding to help make this initiative possible. Congratulations to everyone involved!

10/13/2026

The Town of Brookhaven is inviting students to participate in the 2026 Brookhaven Recycles Poster Contest! This year's contest encourages students to promote environmental awareness and the importance of recycling by creating an original poster based on one of two themes: “Know Before You Throw!” or “Recycle for a Greener Climate!”

Two winners will be selected from each of the following grade categories: K–2, 3–5, 6–8, 9–12, and Special Education. Winners will be invited to receive recognition at the Town Board meeting on November 19, 2026.

All submissions must be received by Tuesday, October 27, at 8:00 PM. Students, parents, and educators are encouraged to visit www.BrookhavenNY.gov/Poster for complete contest rules, submission requirements, and additional information.

10/10/2026

The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau's Thanksgiving Food Drive is back!

From October 13 through November 13, we’re collecting non-perishable food items and $10 gift cards to local grocery stores to help families in need enjoy a Thanksgiving meal this holiday season.

Donations can be dropped off at several locations throughout the Town. Please see the flyer for suggested donation items and a full list of drop-off locations. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference, and we thank you for helping us support local families throughout our community this Thanksgiving! For more information, contact the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau at 631-451-8011

10/07/2026

This property was purchased as part of the community-supported vision for Founders Landing Park which is a project that includes relocating and restoring the historic Roe Tavern near its original East Setauket location.

That is real history. President George Washington spent the night there on April 22, 1790, during his post-Revolutionary War tour of Long Island. Austin Roe was a member of the Culper Spy Ring, which provided critical intelligence to Washington during the Revolution.

The former auto repair property was acquired with the explicit purpose of demolishing the shuttered building and taking another step toward the community’s long-standing vision for improving Setauket Pond Park and the harbor.

Yet somehow, in New York, removing a derelict former auto repair shop to expand a public park and advance a significant historic preservation project becomes its own bureaucratic battle.

As one person quoted in the article described the old garage: it smells “like it was about to catch fire.”

Sometimes government really does make the simple unnecessarily difficult - with Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich and Three Village Civic Association.