Aug 21, 2026

Dear Neighbors:

This week, Trustee Ian Jabloski announced that he is stepping down from the Village Board of Trustees effective August 26th.

On behalf of the Village of Asharoken, I want to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for his remarkable 15 years of dedicated service to our Village.

Throughout his tenure as Trustee and Deputy Police Commissioner, he has been a steadfast and valued member of the Village government. He consistently provided thoughtful and sage advice to the Mayor and Board, drawing on his experience, judgment, and deep commitment to Asharoken.

Ian's accomplishments during these 15 years are numerous and have had a lasting impact on our community. He spearheaded the repaving of Bevin Road, implemented the numbering of the Village beach lots, and made significant contributions to the planning and construction of our new Village Hall, among many others. These tangible improvements will benefit Asharoken residents for many years to come.

Ian's record of service is particularly noteworthy. He was elected to the Village Board seven times, never facing a contested election — a remarkable testament to the confidence and respect that the residents of Asharoken have placed in him. He also has the distinction of serving on the longest continuously serving Village Board in Asharoken's history, with 15 years of uninterrupted service.

Beyond these accomplishments, Ian's willingness to give his time, share his knowledge, and work collaboratively for the betterment of the Village has been invaluable. His steady presence and sound judgment have helped guide Asharoken through many important decisions and challenges.

The Village of Asharoken is fortunate to have benefited from Ian's dedication, leadership, and commitment. On behalf of the Mayor, Board of Trustees, and residents of Asharoken, I thank Ian for everything he did for our community during his impressive 15 years of service.

With sincere appreciation,
Mayor Dr. Gregory Letica

Aug 7, 2026

Dear Neighbors:

I am pleased to report that Fireworks by Grucci has agreed to provide the Village with a $15,000 credit in response to the issues with this year's fireworks display. The credit will be applied as $3,750 per year over the remaining four shows in our current contract.

I had a terrific conversation with Phil Grucci earlier this week. He could not have been more understanding, respectful, and responsive to the concerns I raised. Everyone I have worked with at Grucci has been courteous, professional, and committed to making things right.

The $15,000 credit is essentially equal to the amount that Asharoken residents voluntarily donated to support this year's fireworks. That means if you purchased Asharoken apparel, bought raffle tickets, attended the Support the Fireworks party, or made a direct donation, your contribution was not in vain, and it will be applied towards the next four fireworks displays.

The continued financial support of our residents is essential. Without the donations and generosity of our community, the future of the Village's fireworks program would be uncertain. Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make this incredible tradition possible. I look forward to a beautiful day and terrific display next July. I would like to thank Trustee and Police Commissioner Mel Ettinger for his assistance in securing this credit from Grucci.

The village has decided not to reschedule the fireworks this year. The expense of the barge, police overtime and the additional contractual obligations to Grucci make the costs prohibitive.

In an effort to keep you informed, here is my latest Mayor's Report from the August 4th Board of Trustees meeting:

• Mayor's Report: August 4, 2026

Have a great weekend!
Mayor Dr. Gregory Letica