Nesconset Sachem Civic Association

11/06/2025

The Sheep, the Wolf, and the Sheepdog

In the crowded streets of New York City, it’s easy to see how many people move through life like sheep, busy, distracted, and trusting that the system will keep them safe. Into this flock step figures like Mamdani, wolves cloaked in rhetoric, preying on complacency and feeding off division. They promise change, but their real goal is control.

Thankfully, there are still sheepdogs, those who see the danger clearly and are willing to confront it head on. Donald Trump, for all his flaws, has played that role: disruptive, alert, and fiercely protective of the herd. He’s not here to blend in or follow the rules of the wolves; he’s here to keep watch, to challenge, and to defend.

The lesson is timeless: a society without sheepdogs eventually belongs to the wolves.

11/01/2025

As election season heats up, politicians on every side are busy arguing, posturing, and pointing fingers. But while they play politics, thousands of Long Islanders are struggling to put food on the table.
Right now, our local food pantries are stretched thin. Families, seniors, and children depend on them more than ever — and shelves are running low. It’s easy to feel powerless watching political headlines, but we have the power to make a real difference today.
If you’re able, please donate nonperishable food or contribute to your local food pantry. A bag of groceries, a few cans of soup, or even a small financial gift can help a neighbor make it through the week.
Let’s show what true Long islanders looks like
compassion over politics
action over words.
Together, we can make sure no one on Long Island goes hungry this season.
Find a nearby pantry near you and donate

10/30/2025

Originally posted by My Ronkonkoma ... Efforts to improve the health and beauty of Lake Ronkonkoma — Long Island’s largest freshwater lake — are gaining new momentum thanks to a collaborative initiative between Stony Brook University researchers and local officials. After years of community concern over pollution, algae blooms, and declining water quality, this partnership represents one of the most focused and science-driven restoration plans in decades.
Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences is bringing cutting-edge research and environmental expertise to the project. Scientists are conducting water quality testing, studying sediment buildup, and monitoring nutrient levels that contribute to harmful algal blooms. Their goal is to develop long-term, sustainable solutions to restore balance to the lake’s ecosystem — not just short-term cleanups.

Local leaders from the Town of Brookhaven, Town of Islip, Town of Smithtown and Suffolk County are also stepping up, committing resources to stormwater management, updated drainage systems, and shoreline maintenance. These improvements are designed to reduce the runoff that carries fertilizers, debris, and other pollutants into the lake — one of the main causes of its water quality issues.

Additionally, the Lake Ronkonkoma Advisory Committee continues to work closely with environmental experts, civic groups, and residents to ensure the lake remains a community priority. Regular meetings and clean-up events help keep the public involved and informed about progress.

If successful, this partnership could serve as a model for freshwater restoration across Long Island, proving that science, government, and community engagement can work hand-in-hand to preserve our natural resources.

For residents who have long cherished the lake for recreation, family gatherings, and scenic beauty, these efforts bring hope that Lake Ronkonkoma will once again thrive as the jewel of Suffolk County — clean, healthy, and vibrant for generations to come.

10/27/2025

10/27/2025

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10/27/2025

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10/22/2025

As a lifelong Republican, I never thought I’d see the day when I’d be ashamed of my own party’s leadership… but here we are.

Our town, once proudly known as the most treed town in the USA, is being carved up and paved over. Bit by bit, the peace, the green canopy, the sense of community that made Smithtown special are being bulldozed to make room for more gas stations, strip malls, and yes — another 7-Eleven.

And the insult to injury? They’re using my tax dollars to do it.

I’ve always believed in conservative values, fiscal responsibility, local control, and preserving what makes our communities worth living in. But somewhere along the line, the definition of “conservative” got lost in a haze of campaign contributions and overdevelopment deals.

The only real chance we had to stop this mess was lost when Rob Trotter lost the primary to Ed Worthime. Rob was the one guy willing to say, “Enough. Let’s keep Smithtown, Smithtown.”

Now I’m stuck with a choice that makes me sick to my stomach:
Do I not vote at all? Do I cross the line and vote Democrat just to save what’s left of this town?
Or
do I write in Rob Trotter’s name as a protest as a statement that I’m done watching our leaders use our money to turn Smithtown into Queens?

At this point, it’s not about party. It’s about preserving what’s left of the town we grew up in. If being a Republican now means paving paradise for another convenience store, then count me out.

06/10/2025

Hi Neighbor,
This is a Friendly reminder, You’re Invited to a Community Discussion on the future of Nesconset’s Open Land
Wednesday, June 11th @ 7PM Location: Ronkonkoma Fire District – Red Building, 505 Hawkins Ave., Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Legislator Rob Trotta will present a plan to purchase and preserve all remaining open land in Nesconset including Storybook Homes Property. He needs strong community support to make it happen. You need to hear him.

Why It Matters
• Nesconset has more apartments than any other area in the Town of e don’t need more.
• Smithtown is 18% parkland, but Nesconset has only 3%. That imbalance impacts our quality of life, property values, and the character of our neighborhood.

If we don’t act now, we’ll see more poor planning and over development. Picture a 7-Eleven on every corner, or worse, more aggressive developers like Storybook Homes squeezing every dollar of profit out of every acer.

What’s Going on at Lilly Pond Park & Commerdinger Farm?

Your Voice Matters This is not a lecture, it’s a conversation among neighbors. Bring your concerns, ideas, and talents. Help shape the future of our community.

JOIN US – IT’S FREE! Have talents, ideas, or concerns? Want to make a difference? Become a part of Nesconset Neighbors United Email or mail your name, address, phone number, and email to: [email protected]

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS We’re looking for community members with all kinds of skills: bookkeepers, accountants, grant writers, secretaries, engineers, researchers, IT specialists to help with our website and database. Meeting attendees for Town Board, school board, and Chamber of Commerce sessions

Let’s stand together for Nesconset.
Protect our green space. Preserve our peace. Promote our future.

06/05/2025

Hi Neighbor,
You’re Invited to a Community Discussion on the Future of Nesconset’s Open Land
Wednesday, June 11th @ 7PM
Location: Ronkonkoma Fire District – Red Building, 505 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY 11779

Legislator Rob Trotter will present his plan to purchase and preserve all remaining open land in Nesconset including Storybook Homes Property. He needs strong community support to make it happen. You need to hear him.

Why It Matters
• Nesconset has more apartments than any other area in the Town of Smithtown. We don’t need more.
• Smithtown is 18% parkland, but Nesconset has only 3%. That imbalance impacts our quality of life, property values, and the character of our neighborhood.

If we don’t act now, we’ll see more poor planning and over development. Picture a 7-Eleven on every corner, or worse, more aggressive developers like Storybook Homes squeezing every dollar of profit out of every acer.

This is a grassroots effort to keep Nesconset from becoming the next Queens.

What’s Going on at Lilly Pond Park & Commerdinger Farm?
• The historic house is unsafe closed to the public and has been vandalized several times
• Off-leash dogs are disturbing the wildlife and habitat.
• The parks and preserve are underused, undeveloped and in need of attention.

A revitalization plan to fix the parks is on the table, featuring a community watch program, a dog park, and enhancements that benefit residents, their pets, and local wildlife alike."

Your Voice Matters This is not a lecture, it’s a conversation among neighbors. Bring your concerns, ideas, and talents. Help shape the future of our community.

JOIN US – IT’S FREE! Have talents, ideas, or concerns? Want to make a difference? Become a part of Nesconset Neighbors United Email or mail your name, address, phone number, and email to: [email protected]

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS We’re looking for community members with all kinds of skills: bookkeepers, accountants, grant writers, secretaries, engineers, researchers, IT specialists to help with our website and database. Meeting attendees for Town Board, school board, and Chamber of Commerce sessions

Let’s stand together for Nesconset.
Protect our green space. Preserve our peace. Promote our future.