The Village of Westhampton Beach is located on the scenic south shore of Long Island, in the eastern end of Suffolk County approximately 78 miles from midtown Manhattan. Westhampton Beach is considered by many to be the “First Hampton” because it was the first village in the Hamptons to begin renting out rooms. Since its origins, Westhampton Beach has been one of the fastest growing communities on eastern Long Island, yet has still managed to maintain its laidback reputation.

The mission of this website is to be a valuable informational resource to our residents and visitors alike. One can find statistics and facts about the village, information regarding some of our local points of interest, as well as contact information for our various departments within Village Government, our elected officials, appointees, and emergency services contacts. We will also strive to have this website meet the Federal Goverment's Section 508 Standards, which will make the site more accessible for individuals with disabilities.

While you are here, be sure to check out the upcoming events list below, in addition to the municipal calendar of upcoming official meetings of the Board of Trustees, Architectural Review Board, Planning Board, and Zoning Board of Appeals. One can also find information on our Village Beaches (Rogers Beach and Lashley Beach), the Marina and Yacht Basin, the Village Green and Gazebo, as well as information regarding the rules and regulations for using these properties.

As another service, we have provided you with a links page to additional resources you may want to visit. For example, one may be investigating what transportation options are available, they could always visit Hampton Jitney for a bus schedule, or the Long Island Railroad for a train schedule.

This website is an evolving tool, and is not only subject to continual revision, but review and critique by those for whom it has been designed. We welcome your suggestions and hope that you enjoy visiting our website.

Also, we encourage you to visit our wonderful community to enjoy our world class beaches, shopping and dining experiences.

Mayor Conrad W. Teller

What is an Eruv?

An ERUV allows followers of the Jewish religion, if they so wish, to break certain strict rules of Shabbat while outside their home with religious approval.

It conveys no rights to trespass on private property. It is a religious accommodation, not a religious symbol, protected by the Constitution. No public funds are spent on the project.

Tenafly, New Jersey, Mayor Ruskin was contacted. This is a community that had a six (6) year legal battle over the establishing of an ERUV. Since the legal challenge, an ERUV has been established for the past 2 ½ years. Mayor Ruskin says it’s invisible and no change in the community has been observed.

A review of our open businesses found none have been asked to close on the Jewish Sabbath or Holy days. This is just another rumor promulgated by E-mail.

A Special public meeting concerning the request for the establishment of an ERUV is set for Wednesday, May 28th, 7:00pm at Village Hall, 165 Mill Road, Westhampton Beach.

Mayor Conrad W. Teller

• May 28 - Eruv Public Meeting Notice - 7pm
• Map of Proposed Eruv Area

Information regarding Waldbaum's

• March 2007 Letter to the Editor of Southampton Press regarding Waldbaum's including Historical Timeline
• December 2007 Letter to Director of Store Operations of Waldbaum's

Important Information Regarding Swimming Pools

View Section 303 of the Property Maintenance Code of New York State Here

As of January 1, 2008, the Property Maintenance Code of New York State was changed to require that all existing swimming pool enclosures meet the updated enclosure regulations. You can obtain a copy of the new requirements by clicking the provided link above or by visiting the Building Department at 165 Mill Road. 631-288-3483.

Osprey Nest

Click image below to view full size image. Osprey nest is located on Dune Road bayside accross from the Dune Deck.

Municipal Meetings

• May 26 - Memorial Day (Village Office Closed)
• May 28 - Justice Court (Civil) Sessions 1:15pm / 7pm, Village Hall, Lower Level
• May 29 - Planning Board Work Session 5pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 3 - Architectural Review Board Meeting 7pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 5 - Trustees Meeting 7pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 12 - Planning Board Meeting 7pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 17 - Architectural Review Board Meeting 7pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 19 - Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting 7pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• June 20 - Village Election Day 12-9pm, Village Hall, Upper Level
• July 4 - 4th of July (Village Office Closed)
• July 7 - Organizational Meeting

Upcoming Events in the Village of Westhampton Beach:

• May 22 - Taylor 2 Modern Dance Company at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center
• May 24 - Linda Eder at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 8pm
• May 25 - Southampton Hospital Memorial Day Party at the Great Lawn 6pm
• May 30 - Ray LaMontagne at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 8pm
• May 31-June 1 - Spring Arts and Crafts Show at the Village Green 12pm
• June 1 - Bettye LaVette at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center 8pm
• June 16 - WHBPAC 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament at Westhampton Country Club
• June 23 - Hamptons Golf Classic IV With Special Guest NY Giants Super Bowl Hero David Tyree at Hampton Hills Golf and Country Club 10am-5pm
• Jul. 12 - 2008 Joe Koziarz 5K Memorial Run/Walk at the Village Green 7am
• July 12 - Family Counseling Services Summer Garden Gala at the Great Lawn 7-11pm
• Aug. 2-3 - Mary O. Fritchie Outdoor Art Show at the Village Green 12pm
• Aug. 24-31 - The Hampton Classic
• Oct. 11-12 - Fall Arts and Crafts Show at the Village Green 12pm
• Oct. 15-19 - 16th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival
• Dec. 6 - Family Counseling Services Holiday Party at the Westhampton Country Club

Weekly events brought to you by the Westhampton Cultural Consortium, in conjunction with the Westhampton Chamber of Commerce, include live music every Thursday evening, live performances for children every Tuesday afternoon, and a weekly walk group with Bideawee trainers, veterinarians, and adoptable dogs called “Fitness with Fido” every Saturday morning. All events are located at the Village Green and Gazebo. Please visit the Westhampton Cultural Consortium Events Calendar for further information.

Be sure to check out the Westhampton Free Library Events Calendar, the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center Events Calendar, the Hamptons Online Event Calendar, and the Hamptons Travel Guide Event Calendar for more information on events happening within the Village of Westhampton Beach.

Other Notable Events:

• Sept. 27 - 2nd Annual Hamptons Marathon and Half Marathon
• Oct. 15-19 - 16th Annual Hamptons International Film Festival

Statistics and Facts:

Westhampton Beach, incorporated in 1928, is positioned 40.80 degrees north of the equator and 72.64 degrees west of the prime meridian (40° 80' N, 72° 65' W). It has a land area of 2.9 square miles, surface water of 0.72 square miles, local population of 1,902 people within the village (Long Island Regional Planning Board), and a total population of 3,800 people within the 11978 zip code (2000 U.S. Census). Basically residential in character with a sizeable seasonal population, most residences are single family homes, although there are several large cooperative and condominium complexes located within the Village. Commercial development is concentrated in the central business district.

The Village is located in the Town of Southampton, on the south fork of Long Island, about 78 miles east of New York City. The distance from the Village Office to the capitol in Albany is 219.42 miles.

Westhampton Beach maintains its own police department to protect our residents 24 hours a day. The Village Public Works Department maintains our local village streets and municipal facilities. The Westhampton Beach Fire Department is comprised of over 100 volunteer firefighters whom are among the most highly trained and knowledgeable volunteers on Long Island. Westhampton Beach Union Free School District provides educational facilities for the village and surrounding areas.

New York State Route 27A and County Road 31 (exit 63 South from Sunrise Highway) both traverse the Village. Francis S. Gabreski Airport is located just outside the Village and provides service for business and pleasure aircraft.