Polish Town National Register of Historic Places listing
Town of Riverhead
Summary
The reorganized Polish Civic Association wants to hang Polish flags and banners on Pulaski Street's 21 light poles, honor Polish veterans through the Hometown Heroes program, and help document Polish Town for a possible historic registry listing. The town flagged technical issues with the thinner poles and is working with the association on specs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The association would purchase and maintain the flags itself; no town cost identified.
Polish Town residents, businesses, and the broader community through neighborhood pride and cultural celebration.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Board Work Session - Mar 19, 2026
The reorganized Polish Civic Association wants to hang Polish flags and banners on Pulaski Street's 21 light poles, honor Polish veterans through the Hometown Heroes program, and help document Polish Town for a possible historic registry listing. The town flagged technical issues with the thinner poles and is working with the association on specs.
Town Board Work Session - Jan 15, 2026
Getting Polish Town on the National Register could bring 20% tax credits for homeowners and businesses who renovate — and preserve a neighborhood that's unique in the country. Volunteers are needed to survey 500-600 properties.
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