irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $102KSquassux Landing Marina providing dock spaces and boat launching ramp to approx 220 boaters. Located at the mouth of the Carmen's River, part of the Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, provide access to this natural resource and also the Great South Bay via boat, canoe or kayak.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Shoreline Preservation Fund
Dedicated fund supported by surcharges on marina fees to protect and maintain the local shoreline environment
Squassux Landing Marina
Provides dock spaces, boat launching ramp, and seasonal storage for motorized and non-motorized vessels to resident and supporter members of the association
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 3 activities
- Administration of user fees and environmental surchargesCharges annual membership and usage fees for marina access and vessel storage, including a $200 surcharge on all boaters starting in 2025 and other fees with portions directed to the Shoreline Preservation Fund to support environmental protection efforts.
- Operation of Squassux Landing MarinaOperates the Squassux Landing marina seasonally from April 15 to November 15, providing dock spaces and boat launching ramp access for approximately 220 boaters. Manages infrastructure repairs, seasonal removal of boats, and installation of ice-eating systems to protect facilities.
- Public access to natural areas and waterwaysProvides public access to the Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge and the Great South Bay through boat, canoe, and kayak launch facilities. Offers seasonal storage for non-motorized vessels to Hamlet residents at a fee, with surcharges directed to environmental preservation.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Annual membership and boater meetingsHosts an annual membership meeting each year between mid-May and the end of June for officer elections and organizational business; also convenes annual boater meetings to review marina operations, financial reports, and infrastructure needs, such as the February 19, 2026 meeting at Squassux Landing.
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Transparent Governance Meetings 1 activity
- Community engagement and civic meetingsHolds monthly board meetings open to the public on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm, prepares and posts meeting minutes for transparency, and convenes special membership meetings as needed with one week's notice to engage residents in governance and decision-making.
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Private Lake and Beach Access Management 1 activity
- Community surveys and policy developmentAdministers community surveys—such as one yielding 60 responses—to inform marina policy decisions, including maintaining a jet ski–free policy at Squassux Landing Marina based on resident feedback.
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Beach and Waterway Cleanup Initiatives 1 activity
- Marina infrastructure maintenance and cleanupOrganizes community cleanup events to remove, clean, and store ice eaters from the marina and conducts assessment and planning for repair of marina infrastructure damaged by ice, affecting 45–50% of docks, mooring poles, and pilings, with estimated costs of $40,000–$50,000.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Environmental education and public forumsOrganizes educational events and public forums featuring organizations like Citizens Campaign for the Environment and BLARG to inform residents about environmental issues, including the Brookhaven landfill plume and associated health risks, such as the October forum and March 27 public hearing at Brookhaven Town Hall.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$274K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$272K99%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$110K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$39K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$428K
Cash$428K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$428K
Liquid reserves46.5 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +30.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Lovito III | Dockmaster | 15 | $18K |
| Janet Quirk | Treasurer | 15 | $15K |
board members · 8
- Andrew Komosinski — Director
- Karin Wagner — Director
- Kevin Glynn — Director
- Kris Holmberg — Director
- Lynda Wagner — Director
- Mike Martens — Director
- Stephen Heck — Director
- Steve Young — Director
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- BLARG Partner — Partnered with the Quality of Life Committee to provide talking points and factual information about the landfill plume.
- Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society Partner — Linked as a related historical organization in the community.
- Brookhaven Free Library Partner — Hosted trivia night at the BVA annual meeting, contributing to community engagement and event programming.
- Brookhaven Free Library Partner — Linked as a community educational partner.
- Brookhaven Hamlet Foundation Partner — Collaborates on tree planting initiatives through shared contact points.
- Brookhaven Hamlet Foundation Partner — Linked as a related organization supporting the community.
- Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group (BLARG) Partner — Collaborates with BLARG on environmental advocacy, acknowledging their resources and advocacy efforts regarding landfill contamination.
- Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group (BLARG) Partner — Partnered with BVA to provide resources, advocacy support, and expert testimony on landfill contamination issues affecting the community.
- Brookhaven Town Government Government — Directs residents to town services for odor complaints and graffiti reporting.
- CEED Partner — Linked as a community partner organization.
- Citizens Campaign for the Environment Partner — Collaborated with the BVA's Quality of Life Committee to host an educational forum on the Brookhaven landfill plume and environmental health risks.
- Citizens Campaign for the Environment Partner — Collaborated with the Quality of Life Committee to educate the community about the Brookhaven landfill plume.
- Citizens Campaign for the Environment Partner — Partners with Citizens Campaign for the Environment for information and activism related to landfill contamination and environmental protection.
- Dennis Puleston Osprey Fund Partner — Linked as an environmental partner organization.
- Dockmaster Partner — Dockmaster manages slip assignments, enforces rules, and serves as primary contact for operational concerns at Squassux Landing.
- Friends of Fire Island National Seashore Partner — Linked as a conservation partner organization.
- Friends of Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge Partner — Linked as a conservation partner organization.
- Hamlet Organic Garden Partner — Linked as a community gardening partner.
- Long Island Sound Study Partner — Linked as an environmental partner focused on the Long Island Sound.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Refers residents to NYS DEC for odor complaint reporting.
- Post-Morrow Foundation Partner — Provides meeting space for the Brookhaven Village Association at the Annex Building.
- St James Parish Hall Partner — Hosts BVA events, including the January 15 boaters meeting.
- St. James Partner — Lent the Parish Hall to BROOKHAVEN VILLAGE ASSOC INC for use during the Ash Wednesday services.
- St. James Partner — Lent the Parish Hall to BVA for use during their Ash Wednesday services, supporting BVA’s community meeting logistics.
- Town of Brookhaven Government — Collaborates with the Town of Brookhaven to determine qualifying homes and residential status for membership.
- Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge Government — Provides access to natural resources through proximity and integration with the refuge's location.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Organizing for Environmental Advocacymethodology: community_organizingBy mobilizing residents through collective action and unified participation, the organization amplifies community influence on environmental decision-making, because sustained resident engagement strengthens advocacy outcomes and policy impact.
- Fee-Based Stewardship for Sustainable Shoreline Preservationmethodology: fee-based environmental stewardship fundingBy implementing user fees with dedicated surcharges, the organization funds shoreline preservation efforts, because linking financial contributions to usage ensures sustainable, community-supported environmental maintenance.
- Story-Based Advocacy to Influence Policymethodology: story-based_advocacyBy using personal narratives and resident testimony in public forums, the organization increases the effectiveness of advocacy, because lived experience generates authentic public engagement and strengthens influence on regulatory decisions.