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Rye Town Park was established in 1907 by an act of the New York Legislature. The park, which is located along Forest Avenue in the City of Rye, is a sixty two (62) acre preserve of mature plantings; gentle, rolling hills; a duck pond; and beachfront. The park's crescent shaped 1200 foot long white sand beach offers the general public splendid access to the shores of the Long Island Sound. The park has a long history as a recreational outlet for the community, dating back to the 1860's when the area was known as Oakland Beach.
The park is operated by the Rye Town Commission, a regional governing body comprised of chief elected officials of the Town of Rye, the City of Rye, the Village of Port Chester, and the Village of Rye Brook. Two additional commissioners are appointed to the Commission, one from the Town of Rye and one from the City of Rye. Operating funds for the Park's general maintenance are generated through the sale of beach passes and parking permits. The balance is paid by the Town of Rye and the City of Rye.
The Friends of Rye Town Park has a close and cooperative working relationship with the Rye Town Park Commission. This public/private partnership has been successful in jointly funding various park improvements over the years. It's current project is the restoration of the duck pond to it's original size.
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