Paul T. Given Park Welcome Center

The Town of Smithtown is transforming the former Oasis Gentlemen's Club into a welcome center for Paul T. Given Park.
The project includes park enhancements such as invasive plant removal, pathway improvements, and the installation of an overlook deck.

Start Date

January 2025

Completion Date

Projected for late 2025

Location

Paul T. Given Park, Smithtown, NY (by the Bull)

Description

The Town of Smithtown is transforming the former Oasis Gentlemen's Club into a welcome center for Paul T. Given Park.
The project includes park enhancements such as invasive plant removal, pathway improvements, and the installation of an overlook deck.

Start Date

January 2025

Completion Date

Projected for late 2025

Location

Paul T. Given Park, Smithtown, NY (by the Bull)

Description

The Town of Smithtown is transforming the former Oasis Gentlemen's Club into a welcome center for Paul T. Given Park.
The project includes park enhancements such as invasive plant removal, pathway improvements, and the installation of an overlook deck.

Start Date

January 2025

Completion Date

Projected for late 2025

Location

Paul T. Given Park, Smithtown, NY (by the Bull)

Funding Source

$1.5 million grant awarded to the Town of Smithtown

Funding Source

$1.5 million grant awarded to the Town of Smithtown

Funding Source

$1.5 million grant awarded to the Town of Smithtown

Current Status

Renovations have commenced; ongoing construction and park improvements

Next Steps

Continue renovation of the building into a welcome center
Complete park enhancements and infrastructure upgrades

Project Timeline

January 2025: Grant awarded and project initiated
Mid-2025: Ongoing construction and park improvements
Late 2025: Expected project completion

Current Status

Renovations have commenced; ongoing construction and park improvements

Next Steps

Continue renovation of the building into a welcome center
Complete park enhancements and infrastructure upgrades

Project Timeline

January 2025: Grant awarded and project initiated
Mid-2025: Ongoing construction and park improvements
Late 2025: Expected project completion

Current Status

Renovations have commenced; ongoing construction and park improvements

Next Steps

Continue renovation of the building into a welcome center
Complete park enhancements and infrastructure upgrades

Project Timeline

January 2025: Grant awarded and project initiated
Mid-2025: Ongoing construction and park improvements
Late 2025: Expected project completion

Purpose

Revitalize a neglected area into a welcoming space for residents and visitors
Enhance the natural beauty and accessibility of Paul T. Given Park

Concerns:

Ensuring timely completion within budget
Minimizing disruptions to park visitors during construction

Purpose

Revitalize a neglected area into a welcoming space for residents and visitors
Enhance the natural beauty and accessibility of Paul T. Given Park

Concerns:

Ensuring timely completion within budget
Minimizing disruptions to park visitors during construction

Purpose

Revitalize a neglected area into a welcoming space for residents and visitors
Enhance the natural beauty and accessibility of Paul T. Given Park

Concerns:

Ensuring timely completion within budget
Minimizing disruptions to park visitors during construction

Who Does What

Town of Smithtown: Oversees project planning, funding allocation, and construction management.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC): Collaborates on environmental restoration efforts.
Local Contractors: Execute construction and renovation work.

Who Does What

Town of Smithtown: Oversees project planning, funding allocation, and construction management.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC): Collaborates on environmental restoration efforts.
Local Contractors: Execute construction and renovation work.

Who Does What

Town of Smithtown: Oversees project planning, funding allocation, and construction management.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC): Collaborates on environmental restoration efforts.
Local Contractors: Execute construction and renovation work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What amenities will the new Welcome Center include?
A: The first floor will feature restrooms, a bait shop, food concession, and an office for canoe/kayak rentals. The second floor will house a multipurpose meeting room for community use.patch.com+1greaterlongisland.com+1

Q: What are the planned improvements for Paul T. Given Park?
A: Enhancements include removal of invasive species, installation of bioswales, new landscaping, development of hiking trails, improved fishing access, construction of a canoe launch, ADA-accessible pavilion, raised viewing deck, picnic area, playground, and repairs to the historic steel bridge.smithtownny.gov+7tbrnewsmedia.com+7tbrnewsmedia.com+7

Q: How is the project being funded?
A: The project is funded by a $1.5 million grant from the New York State Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.patch.com+2smithtownny.gov+2tbrnewsmedia.com+2

Q: When is the project expected to be completed?
A: The Welcome Center and associated park improvements are projected to be completed by late 2025.

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