WELCOME to the VILLAGE OF OCEAN BEACH
The Incorporated Village of Ocean Beach is the unofficial capital of the half mile wide by 32 mile long barrier beach of Fire Island, just five miles south of Long Island, New York. Fire Island is a unique place. We are a summer community, but we are also a national park, the Fire Island National Seashore.
We have 17 communities, yet we also have long stretches of beautiful beaches, uninhabited wetlands and wilderness areas.VOBEC hopes that you find our website useful in obtaining information on recycling, finding out about upcoming VOBEC events, glancing at our Fun Facts and tips on what you can do about the environment, and understanding the eco-system of our barrier island.
If you don't find what your looking for, send us an email at vobec.fi@gmail.com!
Latest Initiatives and Upcoming Events
Our 20th Annual Environmental Awareness Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 11th at 11 AM at Windswept. Topic will be the quality of our water: Bay, Ocean and Tap.
Our guest speakers are Adreinne Esposito, Carl Lobue and Robert DiGiovanni. Refreshments will be served. Contact us at VOBEC.FI@gmail.com for further information.
Community Composting Program
In the Fall of 2025 we launched a Community Composting Program. Our program is designed to divert compostable materials from landfills and reduce the garbage removal burden faced by the Village. The compost bins are currently on the deck at Windswept. All participants will have access to the soil generated.
If you are interested in participating in the program please email us at VOBEC.FI@gmail.com
Tree Legislation
VOBEC is pleased to announce that the Village has adopted new legislation designed to protect trees in our Village. Chapter 144 of the Village Code - the Tree and Vegetation Protection Ordinance - regulates the removal of trees and vegetation in Public Places as well as on Private Property. For a full description of this essential new legislation take a look at the Tree Protection of the Areas of Focus Tab.
NEWS IN OCEAN BEACH
A team of 5th and 6th graders at the Woodhull School has been named the middle school winner of the 2026 Long Island Water Quality Challenge—selected unanimously among submissions spanning grades 6 through 8. Reviewers noted this year’s field was especially strong, making this recognition all the more meaningful. Their project, Storm Seagulls Attack Nitrogen, stood out for both its scientific thinking and practical application.
The challenge invited students to design solutions to reduce nitrogen pollution—an issue that directly impacts Long Island’s water systems and drinking supply. With the opportunity to secure up to $2,500 to bring their design to life on our campus, this work is just beginning.
VOBEC applauds the students at the Woodhull School for their hard work and we are looking forward to updates throughout the year.
