Susan Buckheit, 63 
 How long have you lived in Hampton Bays? 18 years now. 
 Where were you before that? Middle Island. I just kept moving east and eventually settled here. I rented for four years here first before I decided to stay. 
 Why did you decide to settle here? I like the location of Hampton Bays and the people. We're fortunate enough to live near the ocean and the bay. 
 Has the community changed much in the last 18 years? I think so. It's growing, it's becoming much more of a year-round community. And the population is more diverse. 
 What are your favorite things to do in town? Go over to the beach. We have a great library and a lot of activities. They started a St. Patrick's Day parade and the San Gennaro festival. 
 How does it compare to other places you've lived? It's very different. It's much more of a hometown. There's a "this is my community" feel. 
 How would you define the character of Hampton Bays? It's a spirited community. There's a lot of spirit here. There have been a number of different situations with people needing help and assistance and people have always been willing to help in that regard.

Susan Buckheit, 63 How long have you lived in Hampton Bays? 18 years now. Where were you before that? Middle Island. I just kept moving east and eventually settled here. I rented for four years here first before I decided to stay. Why did you decide to settle here? I like the location of Hampton Bays and the people. We're fortunate enough to live near the ocean and the bay. Has the community changed much in the last 18 years? I think so. It's growing, it's becoming much more of a year-round community. And the population is more diverse. What are your favorite things to do in town? Go over to the beach. We have a great library and a lot of activities. They started a St. Patrick's Day parade and the San Gennaro festival. How does it compare to other places you've lived? It's very different. It's much more of a hometown. There's a "this is my community" feel. How would you define the character of Hampton Bays? It's a spirited community. There's a lot of spirit here. There have been a number of different situations with people needing help and assistance and people have always been willing to help in that regard.

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