Town of East Hampton
Joanne Pilgrim has a diverse work experience. Joanne started their career in education, working as a Teacher at various schools from 1983 to 1992. Joanne then transitioned into journalism, working as an Associate Editor at the East Hampton Star from 1995 to August 2023. In 2010, they became a Freelance Writer, taking on roles as an Independent Journalist, Writing Coach, Editor, and Proofreader. In 2018, Joanne joined the Town of East Hampton, serving as the Chief of Staff for the Supervisor. Additionally, they worked as a Naturalist, marine mammalogist, and photographer for the Okeanos Ocean Research Foundation from 1989 to 1991.
Joanne Pilgrim has a Bachelor's degree, cum laude, in Elementary Education and Teaching from Southampton College. Joanne also has a Bachelor's Degree Cum Laude in Education from Southampton College LIU. In addition, Joanne attended Northeastern University where they studied Writing/Teaching Writing. Joanne also pursued a Master's program in Literacy at Northeastern University. However, the specific duration of their education at each institution is unknown.
Town of East Hampton
The town includes the village of East Hampton, as well as the hamlets of Montauk, Amagansett, Wainscott, and Springs. It also includes part of the incorporated village of Sag Harbor. East Hampton is located on a peninsula, bordered on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, to the east by Block Island Sound and to the north by Gardiners Bay, Napeague Bay and Fort Pond Bay. To the west is western Long Island, reaching to the East River and New York City. The Town has eight state parks, most located at the water's edge. The town consists of 70 square miles (180 km2) and stretches nearly 25 miles (40 km), from Wainscott in the west to Montauk Point in the east. It is approximately six miles (10 km) wide at its widest point and less than one mile at its narrowest. The town has jurisdiction over Gardiners Island, which is one of the largest privately owned islands in the United States. The town has 70 miles (110 km) of shoreline.