First responders memorial sculpture on the riverfront
Town of Riverhead
Summary
"Grateful Turnout," a sculpture woven from donated fire hose and turnout gear, is proposed for the island at Heide Bear Way and McDermott Avenue, with community members invited to weave thank-you messages into it. The board endorsed the site and next steps toward donation and installation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Supported by a New York State grant; the artist will donate the work, with the town providing site preparation and installation support.
First responders being honored, downtown visitors, and the local arts community.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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