East Hampton Town officials are negotiating a new lease with the Maidstone Gun Club, which has remained closed since 2022 due to concerns over stray bullets allegedly hitting nearby homes. In response to a lawsuit filed by seven neighbors, the club plans to keep its outdoor rifle range closed indefinitely as part of the discussions aimed at enhancing safety measures on the 97-acre property.
Club officials assert that a new agreement could stabilize operations while address community worries, yet some residents remain staunchly opposed, citing evidence from a 2023 police investigation linking specific stray bullet incidents to the facility. As negotiations approach completion, the stakes rise not only for the club’s future but also for the safety and tranquility of local residents impacted by its past operations.
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