The star-filled night sky and the natural nocturnal landscape have been recognized as resources to be restored and protected in East Hampton, and the APC supports legislation that extinguishes unnecessary lighting and requires shielded light sources.  Night lighting negatively impacts the natural ecology of Accabonac Harbor and its watershed, advancing algae growth and oxygen depletion in the Harbor and disrupting the natural cycles of many native animals.  Please visit the East Hampton Town website to view the local lighting law or learn how to report violations, and for more information visit the Dark Sky Society website: http://www.darkskysociety.org/resources.cfm