Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board are thrilled to announce that Oyster Bay Harbor has been designated as ‘Best Harbor’ winner for the Mid-Atlantic region by the US Harbors organization for 2024.

“US Harbors asked the public to vote for their favorite harbor out of more than 1500 harbors, exemplifying where they had the most passion for where they live, boat and fish,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We are proud to continue many efforts to keep the vitality of our beautiful harbor, including a highly successful shellfish management program with a soon-to-be expanded hatchery that produces millions of clam and oyster seedlings annually. Working with environmental partners on a variety of initiatives to protect our harbor, we will continue these initiatives to help naturally clean our waterways, protect our shoreline and filter local waters while repopulating shellfish.”

Started by US Harbors in 2019, the ‘Best Harbor in the U.S.’ contest allows users to vote on their favorite of over 1,500 coastal and Great Lakes harbors from March to May of each year. U.S. Harbors notes that the contest ‘truly reflects the pride and passion people feel for their local coastal communities.’

“The protection of our natural assets is a high priority for our Town Board, and we will continue our vast efforts to protect the quality and resiliency of our waters,” said Supervisor Saladino. “We thank U.S. Harbors for this great honor and all who supported Oyster Bay Harbor as the best mid-Atlantic regional harbor!”