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Green Energy Fee Adopted in Southampton Village; Wetter Promoted to Police Captain

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Southampton Village Police Chief Suzanne Hurteau and newly promoted Captain Chris Wetter.

Southampton Village Police Chief Suzanne Hurteau and newly promoted Captain Chris Wetter.

Southampton Village Police Chief Suzanne Hurteau and newly promoted Captain Chris Wetter.

Southampton Village Police Chief Suzanne Hurteau and newly promoted Captain Chris Wetter.

authorCailin Riley on May 27, 2025
At their latest work session on May 20, Southampton Village Board members unanimously approved creating a new green energy fee. The law essentially authorizes a variance with respect to sustainable... more

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