About This Library
Public documents are the foundation of informed civic participation. This library organizes the most important documents relating to the South Huntington Water District, the Melville Crossing development proposal, the New York Avenue sewer project, and the Town of Huntington’s related decisions.
Where documents are available for direct download, links are provided. Where documents must be requested from the issuing agency, instructions are included. All of these documents are public records — you have the right to obtain them.
If a document you need is not listed here, see the How to File a FOIL Request section at the bottom of this page.
Have a document to share?
If you obtain records through a FOIL request or other means that are relevant to this site, please send them to: documents@shwdaware.com
General inquiries: contact@shwdaware.com
Everything listed on this page is a public document. If an agency declines to provide a document listed here, you have the right to file a formal Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request to compel its release.
SHWD Financial Documents
These documents are produced by the South Huntington Water District and audited by an independent CPA firm. They are the most authoritative source of financial data about the district.
SHWD 2024 Audited Financial Statements
What it is:
The district’s complete financial picture for fiscal year 2024, prepared by independent auditors. Contains balance sheet, revenue and expense data, bond schedules, debt service obligations, capital project commitments, and notes to financial statements.
Why it matters:
This is the primary source for the financial data on this site — bond debt ($26.3M outstanding), debt service ($3.4M/year), developer contributions ($73,975), and the 1,4-dioxane surcharge revenue ($1.68M).
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD-Financial-Statement-2024-FINAL.pdf
SHWD 2022 Audited Financial Statements
What it is:
The district’s complete audited financial report for fiscal year 2022
Why it matters:
Extends the historical bond debt trend back to 2022.
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD-Financial-Statements-12.31.2022-FINAL.pdf
SHWD 2017 Audited Financial Statements
What it is:
The district’s complete audited financial report for fiscal year 2017.
Why it matters:
Provides the baseline bond debt figure ($16.8M) used to calculate the 57% increase through 2024.
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD Annual Financial Reports — All Available Years
Browse all available financial reports and budgets directly on the SHWD website
shwd.org/resources/financials-budgets/
SHWD Annual Consumer Confidence Reports (Water Quality Reports)
What it is:
Annual reports required by the EPA disclosing the quality of the district’s drinking water, including any contaminants detected and their levels.
Why it matters:
The primary public document on 1,4-dioxane and other contaminant levels in SHWD’s water supply.
How to obtain:
Available at shwd.org or on request from SHWD.
SHWD Budget Documents
SHWD 2026 Adopted Budget
What it is:
The district’s approved operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2026
Why it matters:
Documents the $0 budgeted for developer system construction charges, the 5.9% water rate increase, and the property tax levy approaching the NYS cap — all key data points on this site.
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD 2025 Adopted Budget
What it is:
The district’s approved operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2025.
Why it matters:
Shows the $2.845M legal settlement (one-time), and the estimated $134,145 in system construction charges — which the 2026 budget then zeroes out.
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD 2024 Adopted Budget
Download (SHWD source):
SHWD 2023 Adopted Budget
Download (SHWD source):
2023-Adopted-Budget-Document.pdf
SHWD Capital Plan / Five-Year Capital Improvement Program
What it is:
The district’s multi-year plan for capital investment in infrastructure — treatment plants, main replacements, equipment.
Why it matters:
Documents the ~$17 million in capital projects committed over the next five years, including Treatment Plant 10 ($7.95M), Plant 3 ($6.07M), Plants 4 & 8 ($5.66M), and Plant 12 tank ($2.69M).
How to obtain:
Request from SHWD. This document may be embedded in the annual budget or financial statements, or may be a standalone plan.
Melville Crossing Documents
These documents relate to the proposed 400-unit Melville Crossing development at 75 Maxess Road, Melville.
Expanded Environmental Assessment — Main Document
The full Expanded Environmental Assessment submitted to the Town of Huntington for the Melville Crossing development at 75 Maxess Road. Covers water demand, sewer capacity, traffic, and environmental impacts.
Preliminary Site Plan
The preliminary site plan submitted as part of the Melville Crossing application.
Appendix A
Appendix B
Appendix C
Appendix D
Appendix E
Appendix F
Appendix G
Appendix H
Appendix I
Appendix J
Appendix K
Appendix L
Appendix M
Appendix N
Public Hearing Notice — March 19, 2026
The official public notice of the Town of Huntington hearing on the Melville Crossing application.
How to obtain:
Town Clerk — 631-351-3206. Also posted at huntingtonny.gov and published in local newspapers.
Melville Crossing Development Application
The formal application submitted to the Town of Huntington for approval of the project, including site plans, project description, and supporting documentation.
How to obtain:
Town of Huntington Planning Department — 631-351-3196.
Melville Crossing Water Demand / Engineering Report
Any engineering analysis of the project’s projected water demand submitted to the Town or SHWD.
Why it matters:
Source of the 116,000+ GPD peak demand figure.
How to obtain:
Town of Huntington Planning Department or SHWD. FOIL if not provided informally.
New York Avenue Sewer Project Documents
NY Avenue Sewer Project Contract / Award Documents
The contract and award documentation for the $66 million New York Avenue sewer project awarded to ALAC Contracting. Completion date: April 2027.
How to obtain:
Suffolk County Department of Public Works or Town of Huntington Engineering Department. FOIL if not provided informally.
NY Avenue Corridor Development Planning Documents
Any Town or County planning studies addressing future land use and development along the Route 110 / New York Avenue corridor.
How to obtain:
Town of Huntington Planning Department or Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning.
Town of Huntington Documents
Town Board Bond Authorization Resolutions (SHWD)
Town Board resolutions authorizing the South Huntington Water District to issue bonds for capital projects. Every dollar of SHWD bond debt was authorized by a Town Board resolution.
How to obtain:
Town Clerk — 631-351-3206 / 100 Main Street, Huntington.
Town Board Meeting Minutes and Agendas
Official records of Town Board proceedings, including votes on development applications and bond authorizations.
How to obtain:
Available at huntingtonny.gov or from Town Clerk.
Town of Huntington Comprehensive Plan
The Town’s long-range land use and development planning document.
How to obtain:
Town of Huntington Planning Department or huntingtonny.gov.
How to File a FOIL Request
The New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) gives the public the right to access records held by government agencies. SHWD, the Town of Huntington, and Suffolk County are all subject to FOIL.
When to Use FOIL
- A document request has been ignored or declined
- You want to formalize a request and establish a response deadline
- You want to create a paper trail
- You are seeking documents that an agency has not proactively made available
How to File with SHWD
Address: 75 Fifth Avenue South, Huntington Station, NY 11746
Phone: 631-427-8190
Email: info@shwd.org
How to File with Town of Huntington
Town Clerk: 100 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743
Phone: 631-351-3206
Check huntingtonny.gov for current FOIL contact email
FOIL Request Template
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Date]
Records Access Officer
[Agency Name]
[Agency Address]
RE: Freedom of Information Law Request
Dear Records Access Officer:
Pursuant to New York State Public Officers Law, Article 6 (Freedom of Information Law), I request copies of the following records:
[Describe the specific documents you are requesting — be as specific as possible, including date ranges where known]
If any portion of these records is withheld, please provide written notice identifying the specific exemption claimed under FOIL and the factual basis for its application.
Please confirm receipt of this request within five business days as required by law, and provide the requested records or a denial within twenty business days.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Phone/Email]
Under FOIL, agencies must acknowledge your request within 5 business days and respond within 20 business days. If denied, you have the right to appeal. The New York Committee on Open Government (dos.ny.gov) provides free guidance.
This document library is updated as new materials become available. If you obtain a document through a FOIL request that is relevant to the issues on this site, consider sharing it with the community: documents@shwdaware.com