MAMARONECK, NY (April 1, 2026) — The Town of Mamaroneck has announced its participation in the revitalized Long Island Sound Watershed Intermunicipal Council (LISWIC), a regional partnership aimed at enhancing the watershed through coordinated municipal efforts.
Town Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney confirmed that Mamaroneck has approved an intermunicipal agreement to join LISWIC, underscoring the town’s dedication to environmental stewardship and addressing shared challenges such as stormwater management and climate adaptation.
The watershed includes numerous municipalities facing interconnected issues like flooding, shoreline protection, and water quality. LISWIC offers a structured forum for collaboration and advocacy to tackle these critical issues.
“Joining LISWIC represents an important step forward in strengthening regional partnerships,” said Eney. “Environmental challenges do not stop at municipal boundaries, and this collaboration allows us to more effectively protect our natural resources and prepare for the impacts of climate change.”
Mamaroneck will work with neighboring municipalities and various governmental partners to advance initiatives for resilience and sustainability. The LISWIC Board of Representatives will include both the Town Supervisor and Town Administrator, ensuring Mamaroneck’s active participation in shaping regional policies.
The revival of LISWIC signifies a renewed commitment among watershed communities to collectively protect the Long Island Sound and the surrounding environment for future generations.
Village of Pelham Manor
The Village of Pelham Manor has approved an intermunicipal agreement to rejoin the revitalized Long Island Sound Watershed Intermunicipal Council (LISWIC), reaffirming its role as a founding member of the regional partnership. Village officials said the move reflects a continued commitment to coordinated environmental planning across municipalities in the watershed, including efforts focused on water quality, stormwater management, shoreline protection, and climate resilience. Under the agreement, Pelham Manor will appoint representatives to the council’s Board of Representatives, allowing the village to participate in regional initiatives and policy discussions while retaining local control over land use and operations.
This article was prepared with the assistance of AI tools under the direction and editing of Robert Cox.
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