Residents press council on mosquitoes; Michael DiPaola accuses town of selective enforcement and announces lawsuit

Residents used public comment to press the council on two different concerns: a long-running mosquito problem in Island Park and landfill areas, and allegations of selective enforcement by one resident who said he will sue the town.

Deborah Faber described persistent mosquito breeding around the landfill and salt marsh, contrasting successful earlier remediation that lapsed over time: "When the traps were collected shortly thereafter, all the traps were full...it was the worst that they have ever seen." She asked the council to place the issue on a future agenda for action. Separately, Michael DiPaola said he had previously sued the town and reached a consent decree and alleged recent actions show a continued pattern of targeting him. DiPaola said he intends to file another suit naming town officials and said, "Until then, I will see you in court. Attorney Mulhern will be in touch." The claims were made during public comment and were not resolved or adjudicated during the meeting.