HELPFUL HOMEOWNER INFORMATION
Important Telephone Numbers:
To report a FIRE or MEDICAL EMERGENCY, dial 911.
Ocean Beach Fire Dept. (631)583-7500
Ocean Beach Police Dept. (631)583-5866
Ocean Beach Village Office (631)583-5940
Ocean Beach Dept. of Public Works (631)583-7682
Ocean Beach Post Office (631)583-7368
Ocean Beach Village Justice Court (631)583-0104
Marina/Recreation (631)583-5153
Doctor’s Office (631)583-8548
Fire Island Ferries (631)665-3600
Fire Island Water Taxi (631)665-8885
H2O Water Limo/Taxi (631)878-0222
Fire Island National Seashore (631)687-4750
Verizon (877)728-6101
PSE&G (800)490-0025
IMPORTANT DATES
Property Taxes: Due annually June 1st 6/1 – 7/1 without penalty
Marina – Boat/Jet-ski Slip: Due 1/1 – 3/15
Ferry Ticket Book Sales: Due 12/1 – 3/15
Vehicle/Cart/Equipment: Due 10/1 – 1/15
Summer Cart Permit: Due 4/1 – 6/15 (Essential Service Only)
Tennis Seasonal Rental: Due 1/1 (first come first serve)
CONTACT FORM
Whether you are a new or existing resident, it is imperative that the Village has this information on file. In order to receive tax bills, important notices, emergency notification and email updates, etc. it is very important to submit the CONTACT FORM, with a copy of your new deed to the Village Office.
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
WAGONS
Please pick up your wagons at Windswept. Any wagons currently being stored there will be removed on Friday, June 28th, 2024 and relocated to the area adjacent to the Ballfield. We appreciate your patience while we establish a new wagon park area by the ferry terminal.
RENTAL PERMITS
There is a minimum 7-day rental period. Rental Permits are $125 and must be applied for electronically via the website www.villageofoceanbeach.org under “Application Forms”. Applications must be submitted at least 7 days in advance of the rental period and can be paid by mailing a check and/or credit card (2.25% - Debit 1.25% service charge applies). Renting your house without a permit is a violation of the Village Code and may result in tickets and fines up to $3,000 per day and/or revocation of rental privileges.
BBQ PERMITS
BBQ Permits must be applied for electronically via the website www.villageofoceanbeach.org under “Application Forms”.
HOMEOWNER BBQ Permits are for homeowners that do not rent. An application must be applied and paid for every two years. The fee is $100.
RENTAL BBQ permits are free of charge each year with the filing of the first rental permit, it is a separate application and only needs to be completed once a year if you will be submitting rental permits
CONSTRUCTION PERMITS
Building Inspection / Code Enforcement are located in the Village Office.
Email: bldgdept@villageofoceanbeach.org Phone: 631-583-5940
Building Inspector: Michael Mandarino
Please find applications on the website www.villageofoceanbeach.org under “Application Forms” – Construction Permit/Fence Permit/Ordinary Repair Maintenance. A construction permit is not required for painting, power- washing and most landscaping, EVERYTHING else requires a permit. During the summer months, Emergency Construction permits can only be obtained in the Village Office and are only granted under extenuating circumstances. Construction without a permit is a violation of the village code and is subject to violations and/or fines.
FERRY TICKETS
Discounted Homeowner Ferry Ticket books are limited to six (6) books per household and must be applied for each year electronically via the website www.villageofoceanbeach.org under “Application Forms”. Ferry Ticket Application Sales open December 1st and end on March 15th.
GARBAGE RULES
Garbage pick-ups are Wednesday & Sunday nights starting at 5:00 pm (except for holidays)
Picked up by Brownie Carting: (631)750-5325 or Carting@BrownieNY.com
All garbage must be in a plastic bag, in a can with handles and with a secure detachable lid. Containers no bigger than 32 gallon pails & not to exceed 60 lbs. There is a three (3) pail maximum for each collection day, excess garbage pails will be charged $25 per can per pickup. Garbage violations are subject to fines per village code. We appreciate your cooperation!
RECYCLABLES
Recyclables are collected on Sunday nights - solid waste consisting of newspapers, corrugated boxes (cardboard, boxes, etc. must be flattened & bundled), plastic soda and milk containers, glass bottles and jars and metal food and beverage cans. WRAP PAILS are available at the village office for $25
BULK TRASH
Bulk Trash runs from June – September. The schedule can be found on the village website under “Application Forms”
Two (2) Items Per Property Per Pickup.
NO Mattresses
NO Furniture (i.e. NO Sofa, Couches, Large Tables/Chairs/Recliners etc.)
NO Large Appliances (i.e. NO Refrigerators, Ranges, Washers, Dryers, etc.)
NO Barbeque’s
NO Construction or Landscaping Debris.
You must notify Village Hall by the Tuesday immediately before a pick-up day. NO LATER THAN 3PM (No Exceptions) to provide address and identify items. Items must be placed at curbside after 3PM on Tuesday for Wednesday pick-up.
***THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS SERVICE***
LIST OF CARTERS BULK TRASH
Beachcomber (347) 234-8531 beachcombertrucking@yahoo.com
Cherveny Carting (631) 495-5658
Metcalf Carting Co. (631) 665-8088
Michael Kahler (631) 583-7271
Spoons (631) 583-6703
Brownie Carting (631) 750-5325 Carting@BrownieNY.com
Dylan Wallace (917) 575-5251
LIFEGUARDS & BEACHES
Email: oceanbeachsurfrescue@gmail.com
Chief Lifeguard: Jillian Weinstein (631)583-9040
Lifeguards are on duty from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend
Weekends Only – Mid-May thru Mid-June
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm / Sunday: 9:00 am -5:00 pm
Monday thru Sunday (7 days a week) – Mid-June thru Labor Day
Mon. - Fri.: 9:00am-5:00pm / Saturday: 9:00am-5:30pm / Sunday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Weekends Only – Labor Day thru Mid-September
PLEASE DO NOT SWIM WHEN LIFEGUARDS ARE NOT ON DUTY!
Beach Access/Overpasses are located at Surf View Walk, Ocean Breeze Walk, Bayberry Walk, Cottage Walk, Bungalow Walk, Ocean Road, Wilmot Road, and Surf Road
Lifeguard Station and Restrooms are located at the west side of the Cottage Walk overpass and are only open when the lifeguards are on duty
Handicap Accessible ramp is located at the Bungalow Walk overpass
MARINA BOAT SLIP OR JET SKI SLIPS
Dockmasters office is located at the end of Bayberry Walk on the north side of the Wagon Park & Tennis courts
DOCKMASTERS Phone: 631-583-5153 Email: info@villageofoceanbeach.org
Marina slip rentals run from April 15th - November 15th - Electronic applications for Homeowners are accepted Jan. 1st - Feb. 15th, Renters & Out-of-Village applications accepted Feb. 15th - March 15th. Slips are assigned on a first come, first serve basis and must be applied for each year electronically via the website at www.villageofoceanbeach.org under “Application Forms”.
MARINA BOAT SLIP OR JET SKI SLIPS
Marina slip assignments are subject to change.
Transient dock opens May 15th and closes October 31st. Rates can be found on the website. Payments are only accepted by credit card
ELECTIONS
Elections are conducted every 4 years for the offices coming due. In order to participate in Village Elections you must be a registered resident of Ocean Beach and registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections. Information to register is available on our website under Elections.
PETS
Dogs & pets must be leashed in all public areas of the Village. You are responsible for bagging & cleaning up after your pet. Dogs & pets are not allowed on the beach at any time.
FOOD, DRINK & NOISE
Food & drink (including alcoholic beverages) are not permitted on the beach, overpasses or walks. Water bottles are permitted. You can eat & drink non-alcoholic beverages on Bay Walk (in town only).
Music and voices are easily heard, please be mindful and respectful of your neighbors. According to the Village Code noises should not be heard “outside the perimeter of the property”, especially after 10:00 pm.
NEW APP - REPORT A CONCERN!
In the next few weeks, we will be rolling out a new app for residents, to help provide a more convenient way to report a concern to the Village. You can download the free app directly to your smartphone. Residents will have the option to make an anonymous report or you may provide your information, should you wish to receive an update on your concern!
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS:
Stay informed, please register to receive emergency notifications.
FIRE IS OUR BIGGEST THREAT!!!
Never toss a lit cigar/cigarette. Never leave your grill unattended and be extra careful when using gas/propane tanks.