Shelter Island by the Numbers: March 16, 23

1.83%
Percent is the projected spending increase by the Shelter Island School District for the 2023-24 school year.

2.85
Million dollars came into town coffers from the Community Preservation Fund 2% real estate transfer tax in 2022.

4,144

Calls for Police service in 2022, including 157 criminal cases; 37 arrests; and issuing of 438 tickets.

2
Sites — the Shelter Island Heights Pharmacy and Police Headquarters — are available for safe disposal of pharmaceuticals.

15 &15

Beds needed to house Bucks in June and July for the 2023 season.

1
Turkey reported injured in the Center that flew away before an animal control officer could render assistance.