In 2022, Suffolk County was authorized by New York State to add Seaweed to the existing Aquaculture Lease Program (ALP) in Peconic and Gardiners Bays. We are now gathering input on the proposed program to ensure that it is compatible with other uses in the Bays and with the existing ALP program. A link to the existing ALP maps is provided below. Please click here for more information.
You can provide comments using the below portal or you can email us directly at seaweed@suffolkcountyny.gov if you have any questions or need further information. Comments will be received until April 30, 2024.