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Southampton to Spend $26M for Beach Access and Wildlife

1/13/2026

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Southampton Town officials plan to spend $26 million to buy an 11-bedroom oceanfront mansion for public beach access and wildlife preservation.
The property at 150 Meadow Lane is valued at $27 million and will be discussed in a public hearing.
Jacqueline Fenlon, director of the town’s Community Preservation Fund, and environmental advocate Bob DeLuca said the purchase will restore habitat, protect wildlife, improve access, and help offset long-term coastal costs.

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Southampton Town officials plan to spend $26 million to buy an 11-bedroom oceanfront mansion for public beach access and wildlife preservation.
The property at 150 Meadow Lane is valued at $27 million and will be discussed in a public hearing.
Jacqueline Fenlon, director of the town’s Community Preservation Fund, and environmental advocate Bob DeLuca said the purchase will restore habitat, protect wildlife, improve access, and help offset long-term coastal costs.