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Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger

Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger

authorStaff Writer on Sep 25, 2025

Inside Southampton Village: Traffic, Housing and What’s Next with Mayor Bill Manger

This week, the editors are joined by Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger who addresses some of the most pressing concerns in the village. Traffic, of course, is at the top of the list, but also on the table is workforce housing, a potential sewer system and rehabilitation of the arboretum grounds at Southampton Arts Center as well as the World War I monument in Agawam Park. Also discussed was some fun stuff coming up, including Southampton Fest and the Hamptons International Film Festival, which in October will offer screenings at the newly renovated Southampton Playhouse.

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