Suffolk County · Town
Town of Shelter Island
The Town of Shelter Island is a unique island community nestled between the North and South Forks of Long Island, accessible only by ferry. Nearly one-third of the island is protected as the Mashomack Preserve. With a small year-round population that swells in summer, Shelter Island maintains a quiet, rural character distinct from the rest of Suffolk County.
Quick Facts
- Population
- ~2,500
- Area
- 12 sq mi
- Town Seat
- Shelter Island
- Incorporated
- 1730
Town Supervisor & Executive
Chief executive of the town government
Town Board
Legislative body of the town
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Albert Dickson
Council Member
Republican
Shelter Island, Suffolk Co.
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Benjamin Dyett
Council Member
Democrat
Shelter Island, Suffolk Co.
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Elizabeth Hanley
Council Member
Democrat
Shelter Island, Suffolk Co.
Since 2026
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Margaret Larsen
Deputy Supervisor / Council Member
Democrat
Shelter Island, Suffolk Co.
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Administrative Officials
Elected administrative roles
Communities & Hamlets
Villages, hamlets, and neighborhoods within Town of Shelter Island
Shelter IslandShelter Island HeightsDering Harbor