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A day after the Postal Inspector’s Office and the NYPD arrested a man for mail fishing in Howard Beach, authorities said the suspect told them there are “hundreds” doing the same thing across the five boroughs.

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Clinton, Trump win big in NY, Queens Despite campaigning in the boro, Sanders, Kasich can’t pull upsets by Christopher Barca Associate Editor

he “Dump Trump” and “Feel the Bern” movements never caught on here in Queens or in New York State. Tuesday’s New York presidential primaries saw former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and business mogul Donald Trump both creep closer to clinching the nominations of the Democratic and Republican parties, respectively, as the two candidates cruised to easy victories. On the Democratic side Clinton, the former first lady and two-term senator from New York sailed past U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) 58 percent to 42 percent statewide as of Wednesday morning, according to the New York State Board of Elections. In the GOP primary, Trump, a Jamaica Estates native, earned a whopping 60 percent of the vote, blowing the doors off Ohio Gov. John Kasich and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Tex.), who picked up 25 and 15 percent, respectively. In Queens, the winners’ margins of victory were even higher, according to the New York City Board of Elections. Beloved by many senior citizens and members of the African-American, Latino and Asian-American communities, Clinton dominated Sanders across the diverse borough, earning 62 percent of the vote. The wife of former President Bill Clinton racked up the votes across the predominantly African-American neighborhoods of Southeast Queens, winning 77 percent of the vote in Laurelton, 76 percent in Cambria Heights and 75 percent in Springfield Gardens. Combining the neighborhoods of Jamaica, Queens Village, St. Albans, Rosedale, Laurelton, Cambria Heights, Springfield

Hillary Clinton celebrates her victory in the New York Democratic PHOTO BY AMY RIO presidential primary on Tuesday in Manhattan. Gardens and Hollis, Clinton picked up 29,026 votes while Sanders garnered 9,629, giving the former senator a 75 percent margin of victory in the area. The Democratic frontrunner also ran up the score in Corona and East Elmhurst, both predominantly Hispanic neighborhoods. She won both those areas with a commanding 69 percent of the vote.

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Even though Sanders was born and raised across the border in Brooklyn, residents of Southwest Queens and Astoria felt the Bern. Ridgewood was the Vermont senator’s best-performing neighborhood in the borough, where he garnered 2,627 votes — about 600 more than Clinton — giving him a 56 percent share of the electorate there. Glendale, Middle Village and Maspeth saw a tighter race, with Sanders winning each neighborhood by 5 percentage points. In Astoria proper, Sanders won 53 percent to 47 percent, but the gap was 10 points in the Steinway section of the neighborhood. Throughout the rest of Queens, Clinton handily carried neighborhoods like Forest Hills, Flushing and Kew Gardens — winning each by over 20 points — but eastern and western portions of the borough were much closer. In Hunters Point, where Sanders drew 3,000 people to a rally along the waterfront on Monday, he narrowly lost to Clinton by 5 percentage points, or 450 votes. Neighborhoods such as Bayside, Auburndale, College Point, Whitestone and Douglaston — all of which have significant white populations — also saw him give Clinton a run, ultimately losing each by between 5 and 8 percentage points. Taking the stage around 9:45 p.m., a few minutes after CNN projected she would win the state, Clinton told the crowd of around 500 supporters inside the Sheraton on 53rd Street in Manhattan that while she’s won primaries all across the country, Tuesday’s victory was “personal.” “Today, you proved once again there’s no place like continued on page 18

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USPS: ‘Hundreds’ fishing mail in NYC Most crime down in 106th Precinct; Capt. Ganley transferred to the 103rd by Matthew Bultman Chronicle Contributor

Last Tuesday, a man allegedly walked up to a mailbox in Lindenwood carrying a bottle that was tied to a shoestring and covered in a sticky substance. As inspectors from the U.S. Postal Service watched, he dropped the bottle inside the box, police said, still holding the string and then pulled it back out with mail stuck to the outside. Authorities said the suspect, Pablo Fernandez, was doing what has become known as mailbox fishing. People often use a contraption covered in rat trap glue — whether it’s a bottle, a carton of juice, or a bundle of CD’s — to snag the mail and take whatever valuables might be inside. Fernandez, who police said was caught fishing in a mailbox on the corner of 84th Street and 155th Avenue, allegedly admitted to a second incident at 83rd Street and 153rd Avenue. He was charged with petit larceny and possession of burglar’s tools, among other things. While he was being questioned, authorities said Fernandez told them there were hundreds of people doing the same sort of thing, not just in the Howard Beach area, but around the five boroughs. “I think as we’re wading into this we’re finding out a bit more,” Capt. James Fey, commanding officer of the 106th Precinct, said at last Wednesday’s meeting of the 106th Precinct Community Council. In some instances, authorities have caught

Postal Inspector Rich Gutierrez, far right, demonstrates how crooks use a hook and line to steal PHOTO BY MATTHEW BULTMAN mail out of mailboxes. thieves altering checks that were fished from the mailboxes, forging new amounts and signatures onto them. Postal Inspector Rich Gutierrez said the phenomenon is relatively new to the New York City area, having spread from the West Coast, where brazen thieves have in some instances resorted to stealing entire mail trucks to get

their hands on the contents. “A lot of people like the convenience of collection boxes on the street corner,” Gutierrez told residents at the council meeting. “And we have a situation where there is a lot of mail sitting in boxes overnight. Unfortunately, the bad guys have figured that out. They’ve figured it out to an alarming rate.”

Perhaps supporting Fernandez’s claims, postal inspectors have noticed a rash of mail thefts throughout New York City, as well as Suffolk and Nassau counties in Long Island. Hoping to stem this wave, Gutierrez said the Postal Service is implementing certain changes in its procedures, including shoring up the security of the boxes. Post offices are also trying to collect the mail more often, including on Sundays, which has become a favorite day of thieves because mail has built up over the weekend. But like authorities have seen on the West Coast, the criminals aren’t limiting themselves just to mailbox fishing expeditions. Gutierrez said the Postal Service has seen mail being stolen from its trucks, as well as from carts that mail carriers push around. “They see parcels and take the parcels,” the postal inspector said. He said investigators have additional leads on some of the recent thefts but asked residents to remain vigilant and report to police anything that might seem suspicious. Responding to questions from residents about the possibility of making penalties stricter for someone caught stealing mail, Fey said it’s possible that laws will be changed or courts will begin to react more harshly if these issues continue to progress. “The easy part is to get them in, to be honest,” Gutierrez added. “The tough part is getting people to negotiate.” continued on page 12

Sanders aide might run for Ulrich’s seat Mike Scala mulling campaign based on councilman’s hints he may leave in ’17 by Anthony O’Reilly

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State Sen. James Sanders Jr.’s (D-South Ozone Park) legislative aide could run for the seat occupied by Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) should the borough’s only Republican choose to not run for another term next year, the Queens Chronicle has learned. Mike Scala, a lifelong Queens resident, told a reporter those plans are very preliminary. He has already filed papers with the state Board of Elections declaring his intention to run for the 32nd Council District in 2017, but only so that he can raise money in the event he decides to go forward with a campaign. “It’s very early,” Scala, a Democrat, said. He said he would most likely only go ahead with a campaign should Ulrich decide to end his tenure as councilman at the end of next year. Earlier this year, Ulrich and Queens GOP leaders touted the young gun as a possible opponent for Mayor de Blasio in next year’s election, though he hasn’t said definitively if he will do so. He is able to run for one more four-year term as a councilman before he is term-limited out of office. When asked if he would still run for the seat should

Ulrich stick around, Scala said “probably not, but it’s very early.” It would not be his first time running for political office. In 2012, the former Rosedale resident challenged Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Queens, Nassau) in a three-way Democratic primary but lost in a landslide. Scala, who right now is living in Albany until the end of the political session, said he would make the improvement of public transportation in South Queens his No. 1 priority if elected. He is the first vice president of the Queens Public Transit Committee, a group of concerned residents who advocate for better transportation infrastructure throughout the borough. “We need better transportation,” he said. “It’s great that we have the Rockaway ferry coming back next year but it shouldn’t have been taken away in the first place.” Scala would also focus on “general quality-of-life issues,” such as the repaving of residential streets. When asked his opinions on de Blasio’s job as mayor so far and if he would be a critic of the mayor while in the Council, Scala remained mum. “I’m looking to work with everyone in the Council,” he Q said.

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CEC 27 in hot water with elected officials Members tried to make Centreville building a middle school, pols charge by Anthony O’Reilly Associate Editor

Community Education Council 27 tried to quietly make an under-construction school in Centreville a Queenswide middle school rather than the K-to-5 institution that Community Board 10, the area civic association and politicians expressed support for, elected officials charged this week. “This is a joke,” Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) said. “We’re going to have to undo a lot of misunderstandings.” Messages left at the CEC’s office for this story were not returned by press time. A secretary at the superintendent’s office referred all inquiries to the Department of Education’s press office, which did not return a request for comment. According to Ulrich and other elected officials, the CEC first planted the idea of making the building a middle school while Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña held a town hall at its January meeting. “One of the members said ‘you know, we have a shortage of middle school seats,’” Ulrich said, adding that the member suggested to the chancellor making the Centreville site into a middle school. Elected officials showed up to the CEC’s meeting Monday to express their opposition to the idea. Ulrich said his office was notified of the meeting the Friday before that. “The families in this room and throughout

According to some officials, members of Community Education Council 27 tried to make an under-construction school in Centreville a middle school rather than a primary education institution FILE PHOTO as elected officials requested. the neighborhood have come here because there is no greater place in this city to live, work and raise a family than right here in Ozone Park,” a statement from Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (D-Ozone Park) read. “For this reason, we must ensure that our community’s institutions are intended for the

maximum benefit of our families.” Betty Braton, chairwoman of CB 10, noted an elementary school would prove to be the most beneficial designation of the school for Centreville residents. “You could fill that school the day it opens,” Braton said.

According to city statistics, there are close to 500 children around the age of 5 living in the census tract where the school is located — or 51 percent of all the children living in that area. The school is slated to have 504 seats and be opened for the 2017-18 school year. “If that doesn’t say we need a primary school, the DOE should go back and get better educated,” Braton said. One of the other requests for the school was that it be named after Art Beroff, a former CB 10 member who joined it at age 19 and died in 2004 from cancer at 44. Beroff was also a member of School Board 27 under the now-defunct Board of Education. What was worse for the elected officials and community leaders is that the school would have been open for all Queens residents, meaning Centreville middle-schoolers were not guaranteed a spot in the school that is due to open in their backyard. The school — bordered by Albert Road, Raleigh Street and North Conduit Avenue — was proposed to give Centreville residents a closer place to send their children to be educated. Parents living in Centreville have been forced to bring their children to PS 63, located at 90-15 Sutter Ave. — which requires crossing Cross Bay Boulevard — or PS 146 in Howard Beach, located at 98-01 159 Ave., continued on page 13

W’haven to rally for Neir’s landmarking City’s oldest bar, where ‘Goodfellas’ was filmed, to be site of May 7 event by Anthony O’Reilly

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Neir’s Tavern has been serving up pints and food at the same location since 1829 and now the community wants to make sure it can continue to do so for even more generations to come. On May 7, preservationists and Neir’s regulars will rally in front of the historic Woodhaven bar and call on the Landmarks Preservation Commission to protect the historic building’s interior from any future threat. “This is a microcosm of how New York City used to be and what we’re losing every day due to rapid development of a city that’s losing its character,” Loycent Gordon, owner of Neir’s Tavern, said. “When people walk into Neir’s, they feel that old-time, old New York.” The rally will take place at the watering hole, at 87-48 78 St., from 2 to 6 p.m. Last year, Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley (D-Glendale) sponsored a proposal to landmark the

interior of the bar. Gordon said he is working on having the exterior landmarked as well. Gordon said he organized the event after he saw several historic places in Queens ignored by the LPC and torn down by developers. “We’re not looked after,” he said. “We all know that we’re always left on the back burner, whether it’s with landmarking or simply getting city services.” The bar could change hands or even become another business but landmark status would protect it from demolition or alterations. The event is being organized in conjunction with the Historic Districts Council of NYC, an advocacy group working for the recognition of historic sites in the city. “This is one of the few taverns left in New York City that is historic and that was actually a tavern,” Simeon Bankoff, executive director of the Historic Districts Council, said when asked why his group is supporting Neir’s Tavern. “It’s really worthy.” Besides being the oldest bar

operating out of the same place since its opening, Neir’s has been the site of some historic events. Scenes of the Maf ia classic “Goodfellas” was shot there, Mae West reportedly had some of her first performances in the bar, it continued to operate through Prohibition and was located near the long-gone Union Course horse racetrack. For Ed Wendell, president of the Woodhaven Historical Society, Neir’s is one of the historically significant places in his neighborhood that deser ves to be preserved. “It was right outside the main gate of one of the biggest race tracks of the time,” Wendell said. “People walked out of the bar and that was the first place they would see.” The longtime Woodhaven resident wants people years from now to walk down 78th Street and still see the bar there. “I don’t want them to say, ‘Hey, I want to travel down to where that place was,’” he said. “We need to protect ourselves from ourselves.”

Regulars at Neir’s Tavern are preparing to call on the city to landmark the FILE PHOTO historic Woodhaven watering hole. At last Saturday’s Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association, Crowley reiterated her support for the land mark ing of the bar’s interior. “I support it 100 percent,” she said.

Gordon said he also has the suppor t of the Queens Economic Development Corp., Assemblyman Mike Miller (D -Wood haven), Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) and, “most importantly,” the Q community.

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down all over Queens. Most of the time what replaces them is no improvement, except to the owners’ bottom line. Of course, there were and are plenty of old buildings, homes and businesses, that are nothing special and don’t put a tear in too many eyes when they’re taken down. Right across the street and a block away from this newspaper’s front door is the old Abbracciamento’s, on the Rego ParkMiddle Village border. It was an excellent restaurant and before that a fine movie theater. We’re expecting it to be torn down any day now, to be replaced by an apartment building, likely much like the ones just north of it on Woodhaven Boulevard. If anyone has raised a finger in hopes of preserving it, we haven’t heard about it. And aside from the memories many people undoubtedly treasure of the eatery or the theater, it doesn’t seem all that remarkable. But many buildings that would be worthwhile to preserve, like Garaufis’ old house and others in that area, or in nearby Broadway-Flushing, are coming down all the time. What to do? Landmarking efforts for both neighborhoods have not succeeded. This page recently proposed a compromise, inspired by the situation at the Bell-Ahles House in Bayside (since landmarked) that would allow the owner of a property

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at the time of landmarking designation to avoid its restrictions, which would only kick in for the next owner. Preservationists derided the idea, but had Garaufis’ house been landmarked when he owned it, under our proposal it would have been saved. So would many others that only see the wrecking ball when new owners buy them. We offered the idea because we recognize both the value of preservation and the importance of property rights. The latter are vital but not absolute; hence zoning. Now there’s a proposal to landmark Neir’s Tavern in Woodhaven, the oldest continuously operating bar in the city. We’re all for it. The owner wants it. And if the building is landmarked, it doesn’t mean someone in the future couldn’t open another kind of business there should the saloon ever prove unviable. It just means he or she would have to keep the structure and features such as the bar intact. The Queens Civic Congress just honored three activists at its biennal gala [see two stories in this edition or at qchron. com]. What do they all have in common? They’re preservationists. That just goes to show how important maintaining tangible bits of our history are to many people here. If only more buyers of notable properties agreed.

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Value the undocumented Dear Editor: The most critical issue of the election campaign that will shape this nation’s future is the decision of how to deal with the twelve million undocumented immigrants. Building a wall on our southern border will do little to provide a long-term solution, if we consider our own history. In the early 19th century, Britain established a blockade off the African coast to end the slave trade, and the U.S. Congress enacted a law that prohibited importing slaves. These measures were essentially a wall to prevent any additional slaves from being brought into the country. However, by that time, there was a self-sustaining amount of slaves already in the United States, since the children of slaves were also considered slaves. By the end of the Civil War, six decades after the blockade and the law against importing slaves, there were approximately four million emancipated slaves seeking to join American society as full-fledged citizens. However, during Reconstruction, a very shameful period

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Earth Day, every day Dear Editor: Let us celebrate Earth Day, April 22, all year long. Besides recycling newspapers, magazines, glass, plastics, old medicines, paints and cleaning materials, there are other actions you can take which will also contribute to a cleaner environment. Leave your car at home. For trips in the neighborhood, walk or ride a bike. For longer travels, consider public transportation. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York City Transit, Long Island Rail Road, MTA Bus, Nassau Inter County Express Bus and Staten Island Ferry, along with other private transportation owners, offer various options, such as local and express bus, ferry, jitney, subway and commuter rail services. Most of these systems are funded with your tax dollars. They use less fuel and move far more people than cars. In many cases, your employer can offer transit checks to help subsidize a portion of the costs. Utilize your investments and reap the benefits. You’ll be supporting a cleaner environment and be less stressed upon arrival at your final destination. Many employers now allow employees to telecommute and work from home. Others use alternative work schedules, which afford staff the ability to avoid rush hour gridlock. This saves travel time and can improve mileage per gallon. You could join a car- or vanpool to share the costs of commuting. Use a hand-powered lawn mower instead of a gasoline or electric one. Rake your leaves instead of using gasoline-powered leaf blowers. The amount of pollution created by gasoline-powered lawn mowers or leaf blowers will surprise you. A cleaner environment starts with everyone. Larry Penner Great Neck, LI

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in U.S. history, a combination of racism, unjust laws and unspeakable violence against African Americans stripped them of their civil rights and relegated them to a subservient caste for more than a century, crippling their social and economic progress. Similar to the Africans brought here, undocumented immigrants are an enriching segment of our population. Consequently, it is unlikely that we are going to round them up and deport them without conflict. Neither can we expect significant self-deportations; therefore, as our nation’s demographics change, the political and socioeconomic challenge will become more complex. One hopes, concerning this issue, wise leadership will devise a constructive solution that will negate a recurrence of the injustice and violence embedded in this nation’s history. Glenn Hayes Kew Gardens

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Queens District Attorney Richard Brown Tuesday said the calls for a special prosecutor to oversee the investigation of the death of a Maryland man who was fatally shot by cops early Sunday morning are “neither helpful nor productive — nor does there exist any basis in law or in fact therefor.” “Under the law, responsibility for the investigation into the facts and circumstances surrounding the death of George Tillman last weekend rests with my office,” Brown said in a statement provided to the Queens Chronicle. “Let me assure everyone that our investigation will be thorough, fair and impartial.” Brown’s statement came hours after state Sen. James Sanders Jr. (D-South Ozone Park) told the Chronicle that there are conflicting accounts of Tillman’s death. According to police, the Maryland man, who was visiting his family in South Ozone Park, was spotted by 106th Precinct officers on 135th Street standing next to a doubleparked car with an open bottle of rum. The officers allegedly spotted a firearm in his waistband and attempted to approach him when he fled. After being stopped by backup officers, Tillman allegedly reached for the .40-caliber Hi-Point gun and was shot by four officers. He was hit in the torso several times. Tillman was transferred to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, where he was declared dead. Sanders said he’s heard, and seen, a much different story. The senator said he’s seen a video of the incident that shows Tillman with no gun in his possession when he was shot by police. “This video needs to be looked at by the proper authorities,” he said. “We need some objective people looking at this who can make a determination.”

106th Council continued from page 4 In other news, Fey reported crime in the precinct was down over the past month in almost every category, compared to the same time last year. The lone exception was homicide, as there was one recent murder on 131st Street. Police say the killing did not appear to be a random act of violence. No arrests have been made, but police are pursuing various leads, Fey said. Fey also announced that Capt. John Ganley, the former executive officer of the 106th Precinct, has been transferred to the 103rd

Brown, in his statement, said senior members of his staff were at the scene early Sunday morning and the investigation is ongoing. But for the senator, the different stories being told are reason enough to appoint a special prosecutor, as is allowed by state law. “We understood there would be times when the police account and the community account would be so vastly different that it may put the local district attorney in a compromised position,” Sanders said. The governor’s office determines if a special prosecutor is needed in policeinvolved shooting cases, a Queens district attorney spokesman said. Sanders also said he’s heard reports of police officers “intimidating” witnesses. Brown said he is aware of Sanders’ concerns. “Based on comments appearing in the media this morning, my office has reached out to Senator Sanders and requested that he make available whatever information he possesses in regard to the incident,” the district attorney said. Sanders said there are many in the South Ozone Park community who are calling for a special prosecutor to be assigned to the case, and that the list is continuing to grow. Capt. James Fey, commanding officer of the 106th Precinct, called the incident “tragic” during his report at the Ozone Park Civic Association meeting Tuesday. “A tragedy happened,” Fey said. The four officers who shot Tillman were not injured but were transferred to Northwell LIJ-Medical Center for evaluation. Fey said they were “very upset” by what happened that night. “They took someone’s life,” the commanding officer said. “They didn’t want to Q do that.” Precinct to handle the executive officer role there. That is the same precinct that Fey worked in before he took over the 106th in March. “Our loss is their big gain,” Fey said. Ganley’s departure comes just over a month after Deputy Inspector Jeffrey Schiff, the former commanding officer of the South Queens command, was transferred to take over the 105th Precinct in Queens Village. Ganley arrived at the 106th in late 2013 shortly after Schiff did. In other news, Howard Beach resident Barbara McNamara was voted the council’s new recording secretary after Frances Scarantino resigned from the post last Q month.

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Construction ongoing at former gas station Building will hold two retail businesses by Christopher Barca Associate Editor

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continued from page 6 which is across North Conduit Avenue. It’s also being built as the city is finally starting the placement of water mains and sewers in the area as part of the HWQ411B project. Ulrich notified residents of the CEC’s attempt to change the classification of the school as Department of Transportation and Department of Design and Construction officials attempted to update residents on the project on Tuesday. However, most inquir ies were answered the same way. “I don’t know,” or “I don’t have that answer right now,” was what most people heard when they questioned the two officials on the project. Their questions ranged from if all necessary property acquisitions were completed to if there’s a specific timeline for certain streets in the neighborhood. The HWQ411B project consists of the replacement of two miles of sewer lines and three miles of water mains, and the reconstruction of 12 miles of sidewalks, roads and curbs between 135th Avenue and Linden Boulevard to the north, Cross Bay Boulevard to the west, Aqueduct Race Track to the east and North Conduit Avenue to the Q south.

Vander Veer Management and is being developed by Manhattan-based SBLM Architects. It is unknown what businesses will operate out of the building once completed. The Chronicle reported earlier this month that the DOB had signed off on construction permits at the end of March, but failed to report that work was already Q underway at the site.

Construction work at the site of the former Gulf gas station at 90-04 Metropolitan Ave. in Forest Hills that closed in 2013 is well underway. According to documentation at the location and city records, the 4,500-squarefoot, one-story building will host two retail stores and 20 parking spaces. Heavy equipment and a handf u l of worker s were seen on-site o n We d n e s d ay morning, with a pair of men transporting materials from a work van into the shell of the building that has gone up in recent weeks. T h e l o t i s Pedestrians stroll past construction on the site of the former Gulf owned by Long gas station at 90-04 Metropolitan Ave. in Forest Hills on Wednesday PHOTO BY CHRISTOPHER BARCA I s l a n d - b a s e d morning.

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Both sides of the tracks strike back Koz calls rail reactivation ‘dangerous’; Goldfeder: She’s a ‘career politician’ by Anthony O’Reilly Associate Editor

Days after Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) issued a lengthy statement opposing the reactivation of the “obsolete” Rockaway Beach Rail Line, Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (D-Rockaway Park) told the Queens Chronicle her comments were “more of the same from a career politician who can’t see beyond the next election cycle. “This short-sightedness is depriving thousands of Queens families of the transportation access they desperately need, and ignores the explosive growth our borough has seen in recent years,” Goldfeder continued. “If it were up to naysayers like Councilmember Koslowitz, our borough would never grow, never provide new opportunities for families to thrive.” Responding to the assemblyman’s comments, Koslowitz said in an emailed statement, “It is unfortunate that Assemblyman Goldfeder is resorting to name calling. I represent the interests of the people of the 29th Councilmanic District, who elected me to serve.” In her close to 500-word missive sent out two weeks after the MTA agreed to conduct a feasibility study for reactivating the defunct rail line for trains, Koslowitz said, “spending hundreds of millions of dollars to study and then reconstruct this outdated rail line which last ran more than 50 years ago is not an option that should be considered.” The councilwoman noted that there is already a Long Island Rail Road line that runs through her district that “causes my constituents grief to no end,” and that adding another one would only exacerbate the problem. “Reactivation would have a devastating impact upon the people of the 29th Council District, and that is why I steadfastly oppose this disastrous and dangerous plan,” she said in her statement. Putting a train back on the line, which would connect Rego Park — part of Koslowitz’s district — to Ozone Park and the Rockaways — which Goldfeder represents — would require the taking of land in parts of the councilwoman’s district, including the Fleet Street baseball fields used by the Forest Hills Little League. “Residents of Southern Queens should never have their interests put against the interests of those people living in other Queens neighborhoods,” Koslowitz said. She threw her support behind other transportation improvements for those living in Goldfeder’s district.

Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder and Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz this week differed on how the restoration of the Rockaway Beach Rail Line would affect Central Queens residents. Koslowitz said it would have devastating effects on her constituents. FILE PHOTOS

“That is why I actively support the introduction of bus routes to the nearest subway station, expansion of express bus service into Manhattan and subsidies to support full-time ferry service for Southern Queens commuters looking for new and better transportation options that have an actual opportunity to reach service sooner rather than later,” Koslowitz noted. But for Goldfeder, bringing the train back on the line is the best option for his constituents. “Reactivating the Rockaway Beach Line is the best and most cost-effective way to improve commutes for Queens families and provide new access to opportunity and economic growth,” he said. “I am confident the MTA’s feasibility study will prove this once and for all, and bring us closer to creating a transportation network that serves all families.” The councilwoman isn’t so sure of that. She pointed out that, even if the MTA decides to go ahead with putting trains back on the line, there will still need to be

environmental impact studies, preliminary designs done and property acquisitions worked out. “Indeed, another 50 years might pass before all this happens,” she said. “Focusing on other actual and achievable transportation alternatives would be more helpful.” Koslowitz has expressed support in the past for using the right-of-way where the train used to be as a 3.5-mile stretch of parkland known as the QueensWay. But one other Rockaway representative this week told the Chronicle he believes the train proposal is the better bet. In a wide-ranging interview, Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Queens, Nassau) said the rail proposal would be the best way to provide public transportation for people in the Rockaways. When asked about the necessary land acquisitions that would affect Forest Hills residents, Meeks responded that there doesn’t appear to be that many needed. “At least not in the plans I’ve seen,” the congressman said. Q

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State Sen. Joe Addabbo Jr., left, and Community Board 6 District Manager Frank Gulluscio inspect the newly repaired stanchions supporting the abandoned Rockaway Beach Rail Line over Yellowstone Boulevard in Forest Hills. The rusted beams had holes large enough to PHOTO BY CHRISTOPHER BARCA stick one’s hand through late last year.

One used to be able to stick a hand through the bottom of one of the abandoned Rockaway Beach Rail Line’s stanchions. State Sen. Joe Addabbo Jr. (D-Howard Beach) did that in December in calling on the city to fix the eight eroded steel and concrete columns supporting the trestle atop Yellowstone Boulevard in Forest Hills. The Department of Citywide Adminstrative Services did just that late last month, shoring up the base of the pillars with an extra two feet of concrete and repainting the steel beams that extend upwards in support of the former trackbed. “Whether we use it or not,” Addabbo said of the abandoned rail line, “we should not have a safety issue like this, and the rust was

obviously something that might have impaired the structure’s stability.” After noticing the crumbling stanchions from his car as he drove by late last year, Addabbo wrote to DCAS asking for repairs to be made. The agency told the Chronicle at the time that it had begun laying out a plan to do so. “They wouldn’t have done all this work if it wasn’t needed,” Community Board 6 District Manager Frank Gulluscio said. “It’s better to be proactive than to be reactive, after someone gets hurt when a situation occurs.” “I’m glad they saw it that way,” Addabbo added. “Why should we have to react to a situation?” Addabbo said DCAS will also look into repairing rail line stanchions at 95th, 101st and Q 103rd avenues in Ozone Park.

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Police credited one officer’s quick thinking and tech-savviness with helping catch a suspect in a violent home invasion. Michael Callahan, an officer in the 106th Precinct, used an iPhone app to track one of the phones that had been stolen in the robbery, which led police to a 27-year-old man with a long rap sheet. Callahan was honored as Cop of the Month on Wednesday at the precinct’s Community Council meeting. “Due to his quick actions, his quick thinking ... they were able to apprehend this person who was escalating in violence and who is probably the most vicious sort that we have out there,” said Capt. James Fey, commanding officer of the 106th Precinct.

At about 5 a.m. March 25, Callahan and other officers responded to reports of a home invasion on 134th Road. Police said three men armed with guns had broken into the home, pistol-whipping some people inside and breaking one man’s nose. They found a safe with $15,000 in cash and made off with other valuables, including two iPhones, police said. Fey said Callahan entered one of the victims’ Apple ID into the “Find My iPhone” app, which used GPS to track the location of the phone. Police followed the signal and found one of the suspects with the phone, along with a credit card, Social Security card and a second phone that all had also been stolen from the home. The man had 14 previous arrests, including two for felony assault and one robbery. He Q was held on $250,000 bail.

Buyback recovers 89 guns A gun buyback program that took place in Laurelton last Saturday is being called a success by its sponsors in government and law enforcement. Jointly sponsored by the N Y PD, Queens District Attorney Richard Brown and Councilman Donovan Richards (D-Laurelton) at Evangel Temple on Merrick Boulevard, the program resulted in 89 weapons turned in with no questions asked in return for payments of between $25 and $200. Among the weapons recovered were 46 revolvers, 21 semiautomatic pistols,

assault weapons, rifles, shotguns and BB guns. “Our one-day gun buyback effort has proven to be a success,” Brown said. “Eighty-nine weapons have been taken out of circulation. I think it is fair to say that the citizens of Queens County are safer today as a result.” “Bringing the gun buyback to District 31 was a success, once again taking dozens of weapons off the street to make Queens a more secure place to live for residents and police officers,” Richards Q added.

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Walcott says he will work to have expansions, new branches started by Anthony O’Reilly Associate Editor

The Queens Library system is “on the move” as a whole, its President Dennis Walcott said at Monday’s Borough Board meeting, but some wish it could move just a little bit quicker in their area. “I see all these branches that are getting these expansions and, honestly, I’m a little bit jealous,” Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) said. “We’ve been talking about a Rego Park branch since I was in the Council the first time.” Koslowitz spoke of the long-standing request to have a new branch built in the central Queens neighborhood after Walcott ran down a list of other library buildings that are being renovated or built throughout the borough, including the Elmhurst and East Elmhurst expansions and the creation of the Hunters Point branch. The councilwoman expressed frustration that the price of a potential new Rego Park library has grown from $19 million to $29 million in the more than 15 years it was first requested by the community. Walcott said he is aware of the request for a new Rego Park branch and is working to have it come to fruition. “Rego Park is definitely on my radar screen,” he told Koslowitz.

Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz questions Queens Library officials on the construction of a new Rego Park branch during Monday’s meeting of the Borough Board. Library President Dennis Walcott said he will work with the community on getting the project started. PHOTO BY ANTHONY O’REILLY Speaking on another long-awaited library project, Walcott and Queens library officials told Glendale representatives it might be some time before work on the proposed expansion of the community’s branch starts. The officials added, however, that they are working closely with the Department of

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71-34 Main St. while the building at Vleigh Place and 72nd Avenue has been closed. Walcott said his team is working hand-inhand with the DDC to ensure all renovation and expansion projects undertaken by the library system are done in a timely and transparent manner. The lifelong Queens resident and former city schools chancellor took control of the library system last month after its former president, Tom Galante, was fired by the trustees after he reportedly spent millions of taxpayer dollars on personal items. Adrienne Adams, chairwoman of Community Board 12 and a Queens Library trustee, praised the job Walcott has done in his short time at the helm. “He’s come out of the blocks running,” Adams said. “It’s truly a breath of fresh air.” The chairwoman pointed to a handout that broke down Queens library projects by community district as an example of Walcott’s reforms. “This alone, to me, is golden,” Adams said. Walcott touted the afterschool and community resources available at different branches — including a “tie-brary” at the Central Library, where patrons can rent ties — but said his work is not done. “We’re not just going to do good things, Q we’re going to do great things,” he said.

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Rosedale to Riyadh: Meeks talks shop Congressman addresses domestic and foreign policy, President Obama’s legacy by Michael Gannon Editor

Congressman Greg Meeks (D-Queens, Nassau), running for his ninth term in the U.S. House of Representatives, spoke on a broad range of topics both domestic and international on Monday in a meeting with the Queens Chronicle’s editorial board. Meeks, 62, is supporting Hillary Clinton for president. He said he is planning no major legislative initiatives until a budget deal is reached, saying that is the key to many of the issues in the 5th District and the state. “You have the [Federal Aviation Administration] reauthorization and what that means for JFK [Airport],” he said. “You have renovations at the Social Security Building in Jamaica that is only half-used and can mean jobs. Right now, Republicans seem to just want to bottle things up.” On the airport, Meeks supports efforts by U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Flushing) to return monitoring and enforcement of noise and air pollution standards to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, rather than control by the FAA. He also does not think more and more traffic coming into Kennedy should lead to expanding the airport. “I think you might have better usage of the facilities at JFK,” he said. “Does that mean things like moving or widening runways? I think that would be a better fix.” He also supports so-called Next-Gen technology, which is supposed to allow more planes to take off and land in a safer window. Technology, he said, also is connected with his support of a $15-per-hour minimum wage in places like New York, California and others where the cost of living is higher. He favors a slower transition in places “where it might wreck

Eight-term U.S. Rep. Greg Meeks sat down with the Chronicle’s editorial board in Rego Park on Monday. PHOTO BY ANTHONY O’REILLY the local economy.” He said people who throw out the possibility of low-wage workers being replaced by automation in places like fast-food restaurants are asking themselves the wrong questions, saying workers throughout history have been replaced by advances in technology. The trick, he said, is helping those displaced do even better. “That’s why I think education is so important,” he said.

The congressman believes the long-talked-about resurgence of Jamaica already is underway, particularly along and near its commercial corridors. He asserted there is no turning back. He would like to see anchor stores such as Target come into the area, acknowledging that developers would have to get creative with things like parking, which can be had for free all day at places like the Green Acres and Roosevelt Field malls in Nassau County. He also said developers will have to have the proper incentives to keep those now living in Jamaica proper from being forced out by gentrification. On national policy, Meeks is a staunch supporter of the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as ObamaCare, despite fits and starts that have included some state exchanges going bankrupt, major insurance companies pulling out or threatening to do so, and young, healthy people who are not enrolling at numbers that can support the system. “Thirty million more people have health insurance,” Meeks said. “When Medicare was new, there were problems. They looked at it. They tweaked it. They fixed it.” He favors working out unspecified incentives to keep insurance companies participating, and a possible mix of incentives and increased penalties for those not enrolled. Meeks is taking a wait-and-see attitude on a bill by U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) that would allow survivors of those killed in the 9/11 attacks to sue Saudi Arabia over its alleged complicity in the 2001 massacres that directly killed nearly 3,000 people. President Obama and House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wisc.) oppose the bill, saying it could open the United States to suits from overseas. Meeks said he wants to first see a 28-page continued on page 21

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Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump dominate in New York, Queens continued from page2 home,” Clinton said. “New Yorkers, you’ve always had my back and I’ve always tried to have yours.” With the win, Clinton’s lead over Sanders in pledged delegates grows to around 235, firmly entrenching her in the driver’s seat entering the final two months of the primary season. She acknowledged as much, saying her party’s presidential nomination is now firmly within her crosshairs. “The race for the Democratic nomination is in the homestretch,” she said, “and victory is in sight!” Clinton and her husband criss-crossed the borough in recent weeks to drum up support, with the former appearing in Jamaica, Flushing and Jackson Heights while the latter spoke at events in Corona and Flushing. Sanders did little campaigning in the borough aside from his Monday rally at Hunters Point South Park, but the Queens residents who attended said they will remain loyal to the Vermont lawmaker no matter what happened on Primary Day. “I’ve been voting for Bernie as long as I’ve been able to vote,” said Astoria resident Tyler Stoddard, who was born and raised in the Burlington, Vt. area when Sanders was the city’s mayor from 1981 to 1989. “He’s an honest politician. What you see is what you get.” On the Republican side, Trump walloped Kasich and Cruz all across the state, including Queens.

Of the 62 counties in New York, the controversial businessman won 61 — earning nearly 70 percent of the vote in upstate areas — with the sole exception being New York County, Manhattan, which Kasich won 45 percent to Trump’s 42 percent. It wasn’t nearly as close in Queens, as the mogul known for making many questionable statements about Muslims, Hispanics and women over the course of his campaign dominated with 68 percent of the vote. Kasich, who held a town hall in Howard Beach late last month, earned just 18 percent while Cruz picked up 14 percent. Trump ran away with nearly every Queens neighborhood, picking up around three-quarters of the vote in areas like Howard Beach, Ozone Park, Middle Village, Maspeth and Douglaston. Of every neighborhood in the city, only four in Staten Island supported Trump at a higher rate than Howard Beach, where 1,148 of the 1,409 voters chose him, good for 84 percent of the GOP electorate. Trump failed to reach 50 percent in just three sections of Queens: Kew Gardens, South Jamaica and Springfield Gardens. Cruz didn’t come away from Queens empty-handed, though. He managed to win 53 percent of the vote in Far Rockaway, besting Trump by 70 votes. He also performed well in a handful of individual Kew Gardens Hills precincts, topping him by a few votes along Main

Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump won both his home state and borough COURTESY PHOTO handily on Tuesday. Street near 72nd Avenue. Kasich, the only Republican to campaign in Queens, outperformed Trump in portions of Long Island City and throughout Southeast Queens, where GOP turnout was in the single digits. In Election District 39 in Hollis, District 43 in Rosedale and District 68 in Springfield Gardens for example, the Ohio gover-

nor earned the single Republican votes cast in each. While Trump galvanized disenfranchised Republicans all across the country en route to record turnouts in some primaries, many Queens members of the GOP stayed home on Tuesday. Of the 115,703 registered Republicans in Queens, just 28,277 voted in the primary, a 24 percent turnout. In comparison, 198,681 of the 675,661 registered Queens Democrats went to the polls — a turnout of 29 percent. Both of those numbers were lower than the state turnout rate, as 34 percent of Democrats and 33 percent of Republicans across New York made their voices heard at the ballot box. “It’s really nice I have to say, to the people of New York, the people that know me the best, the people of New York who give us this kind of a vote,” Trump said in his victory speech. “This has been an incredible evening, an incredible day and an incredible week.” Up next in the primary process are two of New York’s neighboring states — delegaterich Pennsylvania and Connecticut — as well as Rhode Island and Delaware next Tuesday. Should Trump and Clinton both sweep on April 26 as some pundits expect, the two candidates will be in prime position to more or less clinch their parties nominations with strong showings in the California presidential Q primaries in early June.

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Parents learned how to help save Planet Earth in celebration of Earth Day! Mrs. Brennan and Class 2-303 joined us for a read-aloud of “Recycle teaching our parents and students the importance of saving our Earth.” She also shared the strategy of “sequencing” with our students and patents. Parents and students painted butterflies using recycled egg cartons! The students enjoyed being creative! Parents then participated in a planting activity making terrariums where they recycled gravel and planted succulent plants using moss and dirt. Ms. Rebecca Franco, a parent at the school was celebrated herself for organized this great event.

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The school is sincerely thankful to Ms. Tallon for sharing her passion for animals with not only her students, but with staff and parents as well. Parents attended a read-aloud where Ms. Tallon shared her favorite book, “Before You Were Mine,” by Maribeth Boelts. Ms. Caceres and Class 2-302 joined the read aloud as they were the class with the most donations to the school’s Pet Drive, which was organized by Mrs. Degnan, the IEP teacher. Ms. Tallon’s K-219 class entertained everyone with a song and dance about animals! Bobbi and the Strays addressed all with a questions and answer opportunity for the students. One of ms Tallon’s students shared that their family adopted a cat, Tuxie from Bobbi and the Strays! Students wore orange and donated $1 to this great cause making a total donation of $85 to BATS!

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Eligible senior citizens and disabled individuals can apply for free rent freeze registration at a series of events in Flushing, Councilman Peter Koo (D-Flushing) announced with Department of Finance officials, area leaders and community advocates last Thursday. “Flushing Senior Housing Month is a targeted effort to educate and enroll eligible residents in these important cost-saving, rent freeze programs,” Koo said in a prepared statement. The Department of Finance will staff lo cat ion s a rou nd t he neig hb orho o d throughout May and June to help eligible

Elderly, disabled can apply for rent freeze residents apply for the Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption and Disability Rent Increase Exemption. In order to be eligible for SCRIE, seniors must lease a unit that is part of a rent-stabilized, rentcontrolled or Mitchell-Lama development. Those wishing to receive DRIE must be receiving at least one of the following: disability-related Medicaid, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income or U.S. Department of

Veterans Affairs disability compensation or pension. Applicants must also be at least 18 years old. Those who plan on receiving the serv ic e s a r e e n c ou r a ge d t o R SV P i n advance. The registration will be available at five different locations: • May 5 — 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Self Help Benjamin Rosenthal Senior Center, 45-25 Kissena Blvd. Call (718) 559-4468 to RSVP;

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continued from page 18 intelligence repor t that allegedly details Saudi involvement, a report classified under the George W. Bush administration. As for Ryan, who assumed the speakership back in October, “he would make a great minority leader,” the Congressman said. Meeks is alone among Democrats in the New York City delegation in his support of the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade pact that involves a dozen Pacific Rim nations but is not in force. Critics, particularly congressional Democrats allied with organized labor, see it as domestic job killer. Meeks said he sees it as a benefiting American manufacturers and exporters who will have easier access to overseas markets. Meeks, a member of the House Foreign Relations Committee, visited Cuba with Obama back in March, marking the official thaw in U.S.-Cuban diplomatic relations after more than five decades. “It was historic,” he said. He said that despite the troubles Cubans have suffered under the Castro regime, “current policy wasn’t working,” adding that more exposure and influence can only help Cuban citizens. Meeks believes Obama’s greatest legacy will be the turnaround of the economy, in virtual shambles when he inherited it. “I don’t think he gets enough credit for that,” he said. Meeks did not address what about the Obama administration has disappointed him the most, saying instead he believes the president’s biggest personal disappointment was not being able to pass more comprehensive gun control laws, particularly in the wake of the Newtown, Ct. elementary school shootings Q in 2012.

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The gift of giving this holiday time Volunteers, electeds help compile, distribute Passover packages The holiday spirit was in the air last weekend, as volunteers and area elected officials alike stepped up to make a difference in the lives of needy believers. Adolescents, the elderly and those in between stopped by the Queens Jewish Community Council in Forest Hills last Sunday to put together and help distribute Passover packages to those in need of food in preparation for the eight-day holiday — which commemorates the Jewish people fleeing slavery in Egypt — beginning at sundown on Friday. In the Passover packages were 5 pounds of matzah, potatoes, carrots, onions, grapefruit, apples, jam, tuna fish, mayonnaise, oil and other edibles. The QJCC distributed more than 3, 0 0 0 P a s s ov e r packages for over 5,000 area residents o n Su n d ay a n d Q The long line to pick up a Monday. — David Schneier Passover package.

Younger and older people alike help sort edible items to be included in the QJCC’s Passover packages.

Rabbi Sholom Steinig, Solomon and Gavriel Ben Yehudah pack Passover packages PHOTOS BY DAVID SCHNEIER for members of the Beit Elohim Hebrew Congregation. S t ate Sen. Toby Stavisky helps fill a bag with Passover i t e m s a l o ng s i d e Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz and Assemblyman David Weprin on Sunday at the Queens Jewish Community Council.

Filled to the brim. Adolescent volunteers load up bags of food to be distributed by the QJCC ahead of Passover, which begins Friday evening.

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Pre-game entertainment is ‘Steps Ahead’ at MSG Before the Knicks stepped onto the court at Madison Square Garden April 3, the crowd was treated to pregame entertainment courtesy of the dancers of Ozone Park-based Steps Ahead Dance Studio. The group of about 20 girls entertained the audience at the World’s Most Famous Arena with choreographed dances put together by

the studio’s instructors. The performances were set to jazz-funk and hip-hop music, and both received a loud round of applause from the crowd. The dances were also shown on TV during the MSG Network’s broadcast of the game. The girls and their instructors, seen here, later took to the stands to cheer on the

Knicks, who lost 92-87 to the Indiana Pacers. “To dance at MSG is such an honor and was a truly proud and memorable moment for all of the Steps Ahead Dance Studio family, one that we will never forget,” the dance studio said in an email. “This evening was the culmination of a long process to be selected to dance at the famed arena.”

The Queens Borough Board Monday unanimously supported the creation of the John F. Kennedy Industrial Business Improvement District. The proposed dist r ict consists mostly of custom brokers, messengers, trucking and towing operations and freight shippers along Rockaway Boulevard in Community Districts 12 and 13 and would encompass 525 properties that employ about 8,000 workers. Barbara Cohen, a consultant to the BID, said the proposed annual budget of $500,000 would be used to “advocate for the businesses in the area.” She called the merchants within the planned district “overlooked.” Industrial and commercial property owners would pay into the BID’s budget at a cost of 10 cents per square foot annually. Residential properties would pay a “symbolic” $1 per year while nonprofit and publicly owned properties would be exempt from contributing to the budget. Cohen said she hopes to have Mayor de Blasio’s signature on legislation approving the BID by the end Q of this year. — Anthony O’Reilly

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The lessons ranged from what emergency supplies to have on hand at all times to how to plan an evacuation route and how to let first responders know if you need assistance. The presentation was given as part of Gov. Cuomo’s initiative to train 250,000 New Yorkers on how to be prepared for any catastrophe that might hit the state. — Anthony O’Reilly

The Chess Club at St. Helen Catholic Academy in Howard Beach helps students improve logic, planning and discipline, judgment and self-control. It also helps to increase memory retention and even IQ. Recently, the children stopped to smile before starting their games.

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Civic Congress honors trio of volunteers Nod to Schreiber, Gallagher and Wilkinson given by Victoria Zunitch Chronicle Contributor

The Queens Civic Congress on Sunday honored three accomplished Queens activists at its Tenth Biennial Luncheon at Antun’s in Queens Village, which featured a speech by U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara. QCC President Harbachan Singh told the guests that in the 50-year history of the group, their civic associations have helped to make Queens a better place by working on many issues of importance to local residents: airplane noise, transportation, homeless shelters, the environment, advocating against the closure of hospitals and post offices, land use, historic preservation and many other issues that affect the borough’s people and businesses. Christina Wilkinson was honored as president of Newtown Historical Society, particularly for her work on historic preservation, and as associate editor of the all-volunteer publication the Juniper Berry, the Juniper Park Civic Association’s quarterly public service publication. James Gallagher Jr., was honored for his work as president of Fresh Meadows Homeowners Civic Association. He was born in 1950, which, he noted, was before the existence of the Long Island Expressway, Utopia Parkway and St. John’s University. “We’ve come a long way in Eastern Queens,” Gallagher said. Warren Schreiber was honored for his work as president of the Bay Terrace Community Alliance — in particular, for working for a dozen years to get a comfort station built in Fort Totten Park. “I invite everybody to come by, have a complimentary flush. Have a free flush on the Parks Department,” Schreiber said. The luncheon was attended by a large cast of activists and a clutch of area politicians. Queens Borough President Melinda Katz and state Sen. Tony Avella (D-Bayside) both spoke, and Katz sang the national anthem to warm appreciation from the crowd. Bharara delivered the keynote speech [see separate story]. New York City Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) was in attendance, along with members and presidents of the numerous civic associations that serve Queens and some student activists. Bob Friedrich, president of the Glen Oaks Village Co-Op, said he was particularly glad to hear Bharara’s speech because he’s a fighter of corruption among politicians. Friedrich said he has lost political races in recent years, but if he ever gets elected, he’d go straight to Bharara’s office and offer to help in any way possible. “Finally, we have someone who has the guts to go in there and do what needs to be Q done,” Friedrich said.

Holly Civic Association Vice President Carol Marrone, left, and President Denise Winters.

Glen Oaks Village Co-op President Bob Friedrich, left, U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara and Michael Feiner, president of the Bayside Hills Civic Association.

Honoree James Gallagher Jr., president of the Fresh Meadows Homeowners Civic Association, flanked by Kim Ohanian, Queens Civic Congress vice president; Harbachan Singh, the QCC presiPHOTOS BY VICTORIA ZUNITCH dent; and Kevin Forrestal, its executive vice president.

Jagir Singh Bains, president of the Sikh Awareness Society and a member of Community Board 8, and longtime QCC officer Rich Hellenbrecht, with a petition in support of the Small Business Jobs Survival Act.

Honoree Christina Wilkinson, president of the Newtown Historical Society, joined by Forrestal; James Trent, president of the Queens County Farm Museum; and Singh.

A family moment, left, with Schreiber and his wife, Roberta; and a bipartisan moment, with Democratic Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz and businessman and former Republican candidate for office Tony Nunziato.

Jamilla Udin, seated right, deputy political director of the Alliance of South Asian American Labor, joined by members of the Civic Activism Network of the Queens College Urban Studies Club.

Honoree Warren Schreiber, president of the Bay Terrace Community Alliance and Third Vice President of Community Board 7, is flanked by Forrestal; Tyler Cassell, a member of the Bay Terrace Community Alliance; and Singh.

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Bharara added that he doesn’t think it’s exactly correct that “everyone” in New York U.S. Attorney for the Southern District politics is corrupt, but he thinks there’s too Preet Bharara told Queens civic activists and much corruption. “There are so many good people in politicians on Sunday that their borough is not immune to the public corruption his office is government, in elected office, who are doing famous for fighting, and that it is on them to great things, and are honorable and have integrity and have loyalty to the law and want to do help. “It takes the efforts of the press, the politi- things the right way, and the problem is it’s cians themselves and the public, especially ruined for them because of the bad folks, many through organizations like this, and collections of whom my office has sent to jail over the last few years,” he said. of organizations like this,” Bharara said. Putting dirty politicians in jail may be necBharara spoke at the Queens Civic Congress’ Tenth Biennial Luncheon at Antun’s essary, Bharara said, but it’s not sufficient. Caterers in Queens Village. The group was While certain crimes affect a particular neighhonoring three longtime Queens activists for borhood or community, public corruption affects every single person who their accomplishments: Christiis a resident or a citizen in New na Wilkinson, president of the York, he said, and he called on Newtown Historical Society, the press, the public and, speJames Gallagher Jr., president of cifically, the members of the the Fresh Meadows HomeownQueens Civic Congress to do ers Civic Association, and Wartheir part. ren Schreiber, president of the “None of the things that you B a y Te r r a c e C o m m u n i t y hope to come to pass, through Alliance. your advocacy through your Bharara said the work of his civic organizations, or as citioffice is to protect the rights and zens, parents and members of safety of everyone through both U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara the community, none of those civil and criminal cases involvaddresses the Queens Civic things can come to pass if your ing not only corruption but also Congress. government is not honest, if the illegal sale of prescription PHOTO BY VICTORIA ZUNITCH your government is not on the drugs and illegal drug abuse, terrorism, public housing, cyber crime and the level, if decisions are not made on the merits and if the game is rigged,” he said. rights of the disabled. Bharara also talked about the civil and Although he joked that his office technically doesn’t directly cover Queens and he there- criminal work his office does, especially in the fore left his subpoenas in Manhattan, Bharara areas of public housing, disability rights and said, “I know there are some fine public ser- prescription drug abuse. “We do the best we can every day to vants who are here, and elected members who were nice and came and said hello, but there achieve justice for everyone. And often, it’s for have been members of your ranks who have people who no one else fights for. Often, it’s for people who have been left behind, who not been so upstanding.” Among the politicians Bharara has been have been left out, or left to their own devicinvolved in prosecuting are ex-state Sen. Mal- es,” he said. On housing, Bharara said his office is colm Smith of Jamaica, ex-state Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos of Long Island, ex- working with other agencies to secure the Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver of Manhat- rights of residents to a clean and safe environtan and ex-City Councilman Dan Halloran of ment, free of mold, with working and safe eleWhitestone. Skelos is expected to be sentenced vators and electrical systems, but also to protect residents against violence and drug in the coming weeks. The mention of Halloran drew laughter crimes. Bharara was foreshadowing two indictfrom the room. Halloran is serving a 10-year sentence in federal prison for bribery, wire ments that would be announced just two days later. His office unsealed two indictments fraud and conspiracy. “What’s troubling about the Halloran exam- Tuesday charging 36 members of two rival ple is what he said in his own words about organizations with operating drug trafficking everyone else, by maligning everyone else,” operations out of NYCHA developments in East Harlem. Bharara said. Referring to drugs, Bharara said twice as Bharara said he is troubled by Halloran’s statements, caught on tape and now famous, many Americans abuse prescription painkillers such as cocaine, heroin and hallucinogens made after he accepted a $7,500 cash bribe. “Money is what greases the wheels. Good, combined. The percentage of high school students who have tried heroin more than doubled bad or indifferent,” Halloran said. Halloran also said, “Well, that’s politics, between 2005 and 2011, however, and last that’s politics. It’s all about how much. And year, heroin deaths outnumbered homicides. Addiction to legal painkillers is linked to that’s our politicians in New York, they are all like that. All like that. And they get like that heroin use because the cost of prescription because of the drive that the money does for painkillers has become so high, people addicteverything else. You can’t do anything without ed to them have turned to heroin because it’s continued on page 45 the f---ing money.” Chronicle Contributor

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For Queens kids it’s readin’, exercisin’ and nutrition by Mark Lord Chronicle Contributor

Books, squat jumps and turkey wraps came together on Tuesday afternoon as two organizations kicked off a new partnership at PS 239 in Ridgewood. Get Focused, a nonprofit established in 2009 to educate youth about the lifelong benefits of healthy living, and Advocate Community Providers, a network of 2,000 independent physicians who serve Medicaid patients citywide, combined forces for the first of a planned series of community book fairs to promote healthy minds and bodies using reading, exercise and proper nutrition across the city’s public school system. On Tuesday, an estimated 500 students from PS 239, along with their siblings and parents, interacted after school with more than a dozen volunteer certified trainers from World Gym in Ridgewood and other fitness establishments, who guided them through various entry-level exercises. Each participant was given the opportunity to use exercise as currency to “buy” a book from among the hundreds that were donated by community members and area businesses for the occasion. Thus the name of the joint campaign: Get Focused on Reading. Already, a dozen similar events have been scheduled for the next three months across the five boroughs.

Supporters of Get Focused and Advocate Community Providers, along with students from PS 239, display a few of the books that were up for grabs at Tuesday afternoon’s event. At top right, trainer Nick Tekula motivates Xavien Gracia, 8, and at right, Get Focused founder PHOTOS BY MARK LORD Goldin Martinez works with Edison Peralta, 7. Goldin Martinez, the charismatic founder of Get Focused, was pleased with the amount of cooperation that went into the event, which was a month in the planning. “There was very high parent involvement today,” Martinez said. “Parents set the example.” The school’s staff was also very cooperative, he added.

said. “You just put your hands on the floor and pretend you’re climbing.” For his efforts, he was able to cart away copies of “Jack and the Beanstalk,” “Lost Moose” and “Two Ways to Count to Ten.” Edison Peralta, a 7-year-old second-grader, worked out for a few minutes with Martinez, after which he decided, “It was a little hard but fun.” One of the older student participants was continued on page 29

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week of exercise can help to make these changes more visual as we tend to look at our bodies. Some simple changes such as parking at the furthest spot available and walking this distance to the mall, the library or the grocery store can add up to 15-30 minutes per week.

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Five things you should know about spring allergies April showers bring May f lowers but they also bring on sneezing, runny noses and watery eyes for some of the 50 million Americans with allergies. The spring allergy season begins in some regions of the country as early as February and can last into the summer months. The most common spring allergy culprits are pollens from a variety of trees and grasses, as well as mold, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Because there can be millions of pollen particles and mold spores in the air, finding allergy relief can seem nearly impossible for some, says allergist Dr. Michael Foggs, ACAAI president. But by knowing what triggers your allergy symptoms and how to avoid these allergens, you can be on your way to a sneeze-free season. Knowing more about the spring allergy season can also help you fight symptoms. ACAAI allergists have put together the five things you should know about spring allergies. • Allergies are on the rise — Every year more adults and children are diagnosed with allergies. There are several speculations about this increase, including climate change and increased allergy awareness. Studies have also shown pollen counts are gradually increasing. Even if you never had allergies in the past, you can develop them at any time. That lingering cold may be allergies and you should see your local board-certified allergist for testing and treatment. • It matters when you medicate — If you fall victim to spring allergies annually, you should begin taking your medication

two weeks before symptoms typically begin. Keep an eye on the pollen counts in your area. Even if the temperature doesn’t feel like spring, there could already be pollen circulating in the air. To be better prepared, you can track your symptoms with MyNasalAllergyJournal.org. • There isn’t a cure, but there is something close — Unfortunately, there is no cure for spring allergies. However, immunotherapy (allergy shots) provides symptom relief while modifying and preventing disease progression. Immunotherapy can also be tailored for an individual’s needs. So if you’re allergic to pollens, dust and pets, allergy shots can provide you with relief from these allergens. • Symptoms can be severe — Runny noses, itchy eyes and sneezing aren’t the only symptoms of spring allergies. If you are coughing, wheezing and have trouble breathing, asthma might be one of your allergy symptoms. In fact, an estimated 75-85 percent of asthma sufferers have at least one allergy. Asthma attacks can be life-threatening. Aside from avoiding allergens, you should also be under the regular care of an allergist and use medications as prescribed. • When in doubt, get checked out — Not every cough is due to a respiratory infection. And colds shouldn’t be blamed for every runny nose. If you find yourself battling unwanted symptoms for more than two weeks, it is likely time to see an allergist to get tested, diagnosed and treated. Allergies and asthma are serious diseases and that’s nothing to sneeze at. Misdiagnosis and inapQ propriate treatment can be dangerous. — Brandpoint

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Effective ways to reduce asthma attacks Millions of people — 25.9 million in the United States alone — have asthma, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Asthma has become increasingly prevalent in all sex, age and racial groups since the early 1980s. It is one of the most common and costly diseases and still has no cure. Swelling of the airways occurs when a person has asthma. This can result in wheezing, coughing and tightness in the chest. For those who cannot find relief, asthma attacks can prove deadly. Although there is no way to prevent asthma, by following a plan, there are ways to lessen the frequency and severity of attacks. Most of these tips involve reducing contact with allergens that can trigger asthma attacks.

• Put allergy-proof covers on pillows. • Vacuum at least twice a week with a HEPA air filter-enhanced vacuum cleaner. • Reduce humidity around the house, as it can lead to the prevalence of mold. Mold is a common asthma trigger. That means using a dehumidifier, keeping bathrooms clean and dry and repairing any leaks promptly. • Insist that people who smoke tobacco products do so outside of the house. Secondhand smoke has been shown to increase the development of asthma and other chronic respiratory illnesses, says the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.

When an asthma attack occurs, a rescue inhaler can help quiet a potential attack.

HOME First, assess your house to identify and reduce common allergens. • Wash linens and clothing in hot water to kill off any dust mites. The water temperature should be at least 130 F. • If pets trigger a reaction, keep

companion animals off furniture and beds where they can leave fur and dander behind. Limit the rooms in which pets can stay. There is some research that states children exposed to animals early in life may actually be less likely to develop allergies and asthma.

OUTSIDE, WORK AND SCHOOL You may have less control over allergens outside of the home, but there are still ways to cut down on attacks. • Avoid smoking areas outside of stores and office buildings. • Know the office cleaning schedule and work around those hours. In some instances, cleaning

products and other chemicals can trigger attacks. • Keep stress at a minimum because intense emotions can bring on asthma symptoms, according to Paul Ehrlich, M.D., coauthor of “Asthma Allergies Children: A Parent’s Guide.” • Check the air quality outdoors before venturing outside. Stay inside during ozone alerts or when the air is very humid or stagnant. • Seasonal allergies and asthma often go hand-in-hand. Check pollen, mold and ragweed counts. Stay indoors on peak days. • Be sure physical education teachers are aware that gym class may trigger asthma attacks in your children, and that they should look for apparent symptoms. In addition to these tips, a rescue inhaler can help quiet a potential attack. Keep medication available at all times. Plus, speak with a doctor about customizing an attack prevention plan even further. More information is availQ able at aaaai.org. — Metro Creative Connection

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Achoo! Are your seasonal allergies under control? According to a recent survey by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, which was sponsored by Meda Pharmaceuticals, nearly one-half of allergy sufferers (48 percent) are highly satisfied with their prescription allergy treatment and report high satisfaction for their children too, suggesting that a visit to a healthcare professional might be the best way to identify the right treatment. The online survey included 1,001 U.S. adults (18 and older) and parents of children ages 12-17 with seasonal allergies. Most reported having moderate to severe symptoms in the spring, summer and fall. Millions of adults and children have seasonal allergies and its prevalence continues to rise. Trees, grass Moderate to severe seasonal allergy symptoms can impact and/or weed pollens usually trigger productivity, sleep and drain energy. PHOTO COURTESY BRANDPOINT seasonal allergies at certain times of the year. 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San Diego, and Dr. William Berger, FACAAI, Dr. Berger suggests scheduling appointAllergy & Asthma Associates, say the ments well in advance of allergy season surveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s results underscore the importance because treatment is more effective when of knowing how best to treat your allergy it begins early. A professional can explain symptoms and what is triggering them. 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Take Ten Festival gives performers a huge chance to take a chance by Mark Lord Chronicle Contributor

Ah, the lure of the big city! Queens community theater stalwarts, four of them actors and one primarily a director, are about to embark on a new journey together. They’re taking a joint leap into the world of Manhattan theater, where they will be part of an annual attraction known as The Take Ten Festival, presented by Between Us Productions. The event, running April 26 to May 1, was designed to give emerging writers, actors and directors an opportunity to show their work and win prizes for their achievements. This year’s festival will feature no fewer than 16 plays, each no longer than 10 minutes in running time. The Queens troupe’s project is called “Edward’s Closet,” an original script written by Jenn Dlugos and Charlie Hatton, which director Johnny Culver describes as a comedy in the vein of the old 1970s variety sketches. “We have added a back story to all the characters,” Culver, an Astoria resident, said. “None of the dialogue changes; it is just given a little meat for the actors to chew on. And boy, do they!” The actors include four veterans of Parkside Players in Forest Hills, where their paths have crossed in the past. “My uncle started the group in the early

Queens theater veterans Terri Matassov, left, Mike Miller, Lauren Snyder, Johnny Culver and Kevin Schwab are taking their acting and comedy talents to Manhattan next week to compete in PHOTO BY MARK LORD The Take Ten Festival. ’80s,” Kevin Schwab, a lifelong resident of Glendale, said. “They threw me up on stage,” beginning with “Camelot” when he was 8 years old. Now a theater teacher at both Queens College and Forest Hills High School, Schwab suggested that performing in Manhattan means “you can do obscure pieces. You can

find a cute little play that people won’t take a risk on here in Queens.” It’s an idea seconded by Terri Matassov, who has lived most of her life in Richmond Hill. “Here the community wants to see a wellknown play,” she said, adding that actors working in Manhattan can play characters that allow them to flex their acting muscles.

“There’s more opportunity to push the button a bit” in Manhattan, Culver said, as most theatrical groups in Queens, often based in churches or synagogues, are sometimes limited in their choices of material. Mike Miller of Glendale and Lauren Snyder of Forest Hills are reunited in the new work, having first met in a production of a play called “Trust,” presented by Parkside in 2009. Miller’s connection to Culver goes back to “Amateurs” in 2012, in which they both appeared, also at Parkside. Matassov and Culver have perhaps known each other longest, having worked together for the first time 15 years ago. And now all five are becoming a closerknit group thanks to the upcoming production, having been brought together by Culver’s casting notice. “It’s nice to showcase what we have to offer,” Matassov said. “When people think theater, they think Manhattan first.” In defense of the Queens theatrical scene, Snyder said a lot of great work is being done here. “People don’t know about it,” she said. “Edward’s Closet” is scheduled for April 27 at 9 p.m. and April 29 at 7 p.m. at the Thirteenth Street Rep, 50 W. 13 St. in Manhattan. Tickets are $20. For further information, visit Q betweenusproductions.wix.com.

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Abbracciamento’s back on the block? Online real estate listing shows an $18 million asking price for site by Christopher Barca Associate Editor

The former Joe Abbracciamento Restaurant at 62-96 Woodhaven Blvd. on the Middle Village-Rego Park border may be looking at its third real estate flip in two years. Last Thursday, a Chronicle reporter noticed a for sale sign featuring Elmhurstbased Wing Fung Home Realty Group’s n a me a nd logo t ap e d t o t he g ut t e d building. The sign had been removed by Friday afternoon, but a listing for the site can be found at real estate website mlsli.com, with Wing Fung Home Realty listed as the location’s realtor. The listed asking price for the Woodhaven Boulevard block between 62nd Drive and 63rd Avenue, which contained the popular former restaurant and a handful of other small businesses, is $18 million. When contacted by the Chronicle on Tuesday, Wing Fung Home Realty agent Jian Li — the realtor handling the site — said he had no comment on the validity of the listing or whether the building or the lot — after planned demolition — is for sale. Demolition to make way for a seven-story, 119-unit residential building has been planned for the location since restaurant ow ner Joh n Abbracciamento sold the venue to the Criterion Group for $9 million in April 2014 — one month after he closed the 60-year-old eatery.

An online real estate listing shows the former Joe Abbracciamento Restaurant on the Rego ParkMiddle Village border is back on the market with an $18 million price tag. However, the site’s FILE PHOTO owner filed a demolition notice with Community Board 5 earlier this month. But in February 2015, the Long Island City-based real estate company flipped the property to Flushing-based 62-98 Realty LLC for $10.85 million. Last December, the Depar t ment of Buildings approved a permit for a sidewalk shed at the location and processed an application pertaining to equipment that will be used to potentially tear down the

structure, pending agency approval. The demolition permit was first filed with the DOB in April 2014 — one month after the new building permit was sent in — and a DOB spokesman told the Chronicle in December that both permits are still active, despite the change in ownership. Phone messages left for Choi Yan Chan, the owner of 62-98 Realty LLC according

to city records, were not returned by press time. When asked about the $18 million dollar listing, Community Board 5 District Manager Gary Giordano said in a Monday email it was the first he was hearing of it. Michael Cohen, press director for Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills), said the same thing when asked by phone on Tuesday if the lawmaker’s office knew of it. While little is known about a potential sale, demolition of the structure may be imminent, as the property owner filed a demolition notice with CB 5 earlier this month. Giordano said such notices must be submitted to community boards at least 10 days in advance of any work taking place. “They have to file with us within 10 days,” Giordano said, “but it could mean they’re a month away. We don’t know.” Some area leaders like Giordano have expressed unease over the last two years in anticipation of a large housing structure taking over the block. Other area residents suggested at a meeting over the future of the Central Queens Academy charter school that the educational facility expand into the Woodhaven Boulevard space. A school administrator told the Chronicle in March the institution does not view the former restaurant as a viable educaQ tional site.

CB 5 eyes new liquor license rules, process Panel asking bars to compromise on closing times, music levels by Christopher Barca

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Not only has Ridgewood’s population gentrified over the last few years, its business scene has as well. As more and more bars and restaurants take over what used to be industrial and manufacturing space in the neighborhood, Community Board 5 is looking to get one step ahead of the process. “We’re trying to keep a handle on this,” District Manager Gary Giordano said at the board’s montly meeting last Wednesday, “because very often, problem bars bring a lot of crime and a lot of trouble to the neighborhood.” According to Giordano, there are more locations with liquor licenses that allow for on-premise sales in Ridgewood (81) than there are in Maspeth (33), Glendale (23), Middle Village (14) and the board’s sliver of Rego Park (seven) combined — an issue he said is compounded by the stream of problem-

atic bars in Ridgewood. What kicked off last Wednesday’s discussion was last month’s new liquor license application for Aby’s Bar Corp. at 681 Seneca Ave. in Ridgewood. The board voted 35-0 to deny the application, citing the history of raucous locations on the street and that of the proposed bar’s management, who — according to Giordano — admittedly ran another area venue that was closed along with three others by the 104th Precinct in recent years. “That area of Ridgewood has seen a real number of problem bars,” he said. “When I mentioned to [Capt. Mark Wachter] the locations in the Seneca Avenue corridor that were coming back to apply under new applications, he was quite concerned.” The district manager added the board has seen an increase in liquor license applications filed by new entities at locations that had recently been shut down by the NYPD, an

activity he deemed suspicious. “Are these new applicants related in any fashion to the old applicants?” he asked rhetorically. “The heck I know, but I’m told by good sources that’s usually the case.” In order to foster a neighborly attitude amongst new and established bars alike, CB 5 has recently started asking all locations applying for a new or renewed liquor license to fill out questionnaires regarding their business practices before coming to the board. Additionally, the advisory panel is asking all operators interested in opening a bar in the district to agree to close their venue by 2 a.m. at the latest every Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning, something seven businesses have already agreed to. “In a couple of places,” Giordano said, “we put in a stipulation that the sound — if they told us they were having a DJ or that music would be a significant portion of their business — would not be

Community Board 5 District Manager Gary Giordano, left, discusses the panel’s plans to better weed out possibly problematic bars during the liquor license application process with Carmen Santana, standing, at last week’s PHOTO BY CHRISTOPHER BARCA board meeting. louder than 42 decibels as measured outside the establishment.” CB 5 is also exploring creating a new committee, whose members’ sole role would be to review liquor license applications.

“We’ve been very vigilent and I don’t apologize for that,” the district manager said, “because we don’t have virtually any bars in the CB 5 area that were a problem Q before and are still open.”

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ol o h c s old e h t f ue o q i s k n r h o tec n i New w t h delig portraits, allegories, narrative figure paintings, figure sculptures and capriccios. All paintings are done in oil. Gallery Manager Patrick Byrnes explains that in a time where many BFA and MFA programs prioritize a distinct, concept-driven vision, this atelier style might offer the impression that individuality takes second priority. “Since the technical training is foregrounded, it takes a while for artists who emerge from this tradition or are speaking to this tradition to develop the things that make their art specific to them,” said Byrnes, also one of the show’s featured artists. He spoke just before the exhibit’s opening last Friday. “It takes a while to figure out what you want to say with your art. You have this incredible ability to translate nature and to draw and paint well, and then the question is, ‘Well, what do you do with that?’ And what’s exciting about this group is how diverse the results are.” Continued onon page continued page 36

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Think of it as one language—spoken nine different ways. Aptly titled “Residents,” a new exhibition at Eleventh Street Arts in Long Island City showcases nine artists who’ve recently completed rigorous training at Grand Central Atelier, the workspace next door. There, artists pursue the methodology of historic ateliers, which prized creating art from life. Dedicated studio practice in drawing, sculpture and oil painting is a key focus. Those who have attended the previous six shows since Eleventh Street Arts’ 2014 opening can expect the same kind of refined, true-to-life, almost photorealistic renderings of humans, animals, flora, fauna and more. Indeed, “Residents,” comprising 47 works, presents evocative paintings, drawings and figure sculptures foregrounding a dedicated honor to the natural world. But distinguishing “Residents” is its emphasis on the many viewpoints that emerge from the same detail-oriented training. There are still lifes — with some adhering to the engrossing trompe l’oeil (trick-the-eye) style —

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The stylings of jarocho, the folk music, distinctive clothing and people of Veracruz, Mexico will be the flavor of a concert by Radio Jarocho at North Shore Towers in Floral Park.

“The Wind in the Willows,” A.A. Milne’s adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s beloved novel, performed by the Gingerbread Players. Sat.-Sun., Apr. 23-24, 2:30 p.m. St. Luke’s Church Parish Hall, 85 Greenway S., Forest Hills. Suggested $15; $12 students, seniors, members of groups. Tickets/info: (718) 268-7772, gingerbreadplayers.org.

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“Troll,” about the perils of unchecked free speech in the internet age, anonymity and hate. Thru Sun., Apr. 24, varying times. $18. The Secret Theatre, 44-02 23 St., Long Island City. Info/tickets: (718) 392-0722, secrettheatre.com.

JamaicaFlux: Workspaces and Windows, large-scale display of visual art installed along Jamaica Ave. Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Ave. Free. Info: (718) 658-7400, jamaicaflux.info.

Heather Kravas — play, thing, a performance-art considered landscape of ridiculous labors, private rituals and delicate dances. Wed.-Sat., Apr. 27-30, 8 p.m., The Chocolate Factory, 5-49 49 Ave., Long Island City. Info/tickets: (718) 482-7069, chocolatefactorytheater.org.

“Residents,” new works that invoke, challenge and celebrate the classical tradition, by nine recent grads of Grand Central Atelier. Viewing by appointment, Mon.-Sat., thru June 3. Artist talk, Wed., May 4, 6-8 p.m. Eleventh Street Arts, 46-06 11 St., Long Island City. Free. Info: eleventhstreetarts.com.

Senior Theater Acting Repertory, spring music and stage entertainment. Fri., Apr. 29, 1 p.m., Pomonok Community Center, 67-09 Kissena Blvd., Flushing. Free. Info: star-queens.org. Shakespeare-aoke, a cabaret-style evening honoring the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death, with readings of short scenes and monologues by the public, hosted by the Gingerbread Players. Sat., Apr. 30, 7:30 p.m., St. Luke’s Church, 85 Greenway South, Forest Hills. $10 to perform; $5 to attend. Info/registration: (718) 2687772, info@gingerbreadplayers.org. “Southeast Queens, A Play with Music,” about “a place with more than its share of history.” Thru Sat., May 7, varying times, Black Spectrum Theatre, Roy Wilkins Park, 177 St. and Baisley Blvd., Jamaica. $25; $20 seniors; $12.50 children. Info/ tickets: (718) 723-1800, blackspectrum.com.

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MUSIC “Miracle of Miracles,” celebrating Jewish writers of American musical theater, from vaudeville to today, featuring classic standards, with Broadway veteran Danny Gurwin. Sun., Apr. 24, 3 p.m., Queensborough Performing Arts Center, 222-05 56 Ave., Bayside. Tickets: $35. Info: (718) 6316311, visitqpac.org. Music for Life: Celebrating Larry Sherman, honoring singer, activist, photographer and writer. Sat., Apr. 30, 5 p.m. (photo gallery opens), 6 p.m. (concert). Free, limCOURTESY PHOTO ited seating. Center at Maple Grove Cemetery, 127-15 Kew Gardens Road, Kew Gardens. Reservations: (347) 878-6614. Info: friendsofmaplegrove.org.

com. “Collective Stance,” film installations and sculpture by Leslie Hewitt, the former in collaboration with renowned cinematographer Bradford Young and focused on the Great Migration and civil rights movement. “In Practice: Fantasy Can Invent Nothing New,” works of creative fantasy differentiated by distinct material approaches. Both open Sun., May 1-Aug. 1; opening reception Sat., Apr. 30, 6-8 p.m. $5 suggested admission; $3 students; free to Long Island City residents. SculptureCenter, 44-19 Purves St., LIC. Info: (718) 361-1750, sculpture-center.org.

“To the Moon and Beyond: Graphic Films and Inception of ‘2001: A Space Odyssey,’” rarely seen artwork created for the 1968 epic film. $15; $11 seniors, students; $7 ages 3-17. Thru Aug. 14. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave., Astoria. Info: (718) 777-6888, movingimage.us. Taikoza, a musician who’s created a new sound using Japanese Taiko drums and bamboo flutes. Sat., Apr. 23, 2 p.m., Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Ave., Flushing. Free. Info: (718) 3537853, nyc.gov/parks.

Holocaust Memorial Service, with guest speaker Dr. Alex Hershaft, Holocaust survivor and social justice/animal rights advocate, by the Howard Beach Judea Center, in conjunction with the Howard Beach Assembly of God. Sun., May 1, 7 p.m., at the center, 162-05 90 St. Free. Info: (718) 641- 6743.

Radio Jarocho, a group that plays son jarocho, a folk-music genre fashioned after the towns, musicians and countryside of Veracruz, Mexico. Wed., Apr. 27, 8 p.m., North Shore Towers, 272-40 Grand Central Pkwy., Floral Park. Free. Info/tickets: (718) 793-8080, kupferbergcenter.org.

“Echoes,” paintings celebrating 2,000 years of Mexican culture, examining early imagery and links to the present. Thru May 21, Pachanga Patterson eatery, 33-17 31 Ave., Astoria. Free. Info: (718) 554-0525 (eatery); domingocarrasco.com (artist).

SPECIAL EVENTS Beer + Bacon Classic, with all food samples from expected 150 vendors including bacon. Fri., Apr. 22, 7-11 p.m. (Sat., Apr. 23 sold out). All food samples include bacon. $79-$139. Citi Field, 123-01 Roosevelt Ave., Flushing. Info: baconandbeerclassic.com.

“Essence of Queens,” photography of landmarks by Carlos Esguerra. Thru May 8, Tue., Sat. and Sun., 1-4 p.m. only. Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38 Ave., Flushing. Info: (718) 359-6227, vomuseum.org.

Arbor Fest, with activities for all ages, including petting zoo, arts and crafts, live music, facepainting, tours, vendors, beer tent. Sun., Apr. 24, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing. $10; $8 children. Info: (718) 886-3800, queensbotanical.org. COURTESY PHOTO

“Moth Story Slam: Backwards,” storytellers telling 5-minute tales on the theme “backwards” — regression, going back in time, rebounds, etc. in competition. Entrants put their names in a hat, names are picked, tales are told, audience judges pick winner. Mon., Apr. 25, 7 p.m. $10. Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd. Info: (718) 4637700, flushingtownhall.org.

Queens College student works, by those in Studio Art, Design and Art History program. Fri., Apr. 22-May 22. Opening reception Fri., Apr. 22, 6 p.m. Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd. $5 suggested admission. Info: (718) 463-7700, flushingtownhall.org.

“Green Garden, Green Planet,” hands-on workshops, information on environmentally friendly practices and more, to celebrate Earth Day. Tue., Apr. 26, 12:30 p.m., Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38 Ave., Flushing. Info: (718) 359-6227, vomuseum.org.

“Paint Heads,” featuring nine artists fascinated with the properties of paint and building on the lessons of the past. Thru May 1, Thu.-Sun., 12-6 p.m. Jeffrey Leder Gallery, 21-37 45 Road, Long Island City. Free. Info: (917) 767-1734, jeffreyledergallery.

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“Queens County Parks: Urban Landscapes,” photos by Paul Melhado. Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Center, 175-10 Cross Bay Blvd., Broad Channel. Thru May. Free. Info: (718) 318-4340, nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit.

TOURS Prospect Cemetery/King Manor Tour, led by Prospect Cemetery Association Curator and President Cate Ludlam. Sat., Apr. 23, 12 p.m. Meet at southwest corner of Jamaica Avenue and Parsons Boulevard. $20. Info: (718) 278-0700, astorialic.org. Gangster, Crime and Hollywood Tour, through Woodhaven, focusing on the area’s Mafia and Hollywood history; Trump and sports too. Sun., April 24, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. $45, includes lunch at historic Neir’s Tavern. Info: (516) 652-4527, metronyctours.com. continued on page 38

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Joey Ramone was always a punk, a rebel revolting against societal expectations. The proof is right there at the bottom of his report card from the end of his junior year at Forest Hills High School. “No homework, no books,” one of his teachers wrote. “Does not function as a member of the class.” While some would argue it’s far from punk to be honored in such a way, that report card and other unique artifacts are on display at the Queens Museum’s “Hey! Ho!

‘Hey! Ho! Let’s Go: Ramones and the Birth of Punk’ When: Through July 31 Where: Queens Museum, Flushing Meadows Corona Park Tickets: $8; $4, seniors and kids; queensmuseum.org

Let’s Go: Ramones and the Birth of Punk” exhibit dedicated to the legendary Forest Hills rock band. The exhibit is split into four sections — each featuring tunes like “I Wanna Be Your Boyfriend” from the band’s first demo tape playing overhead — with the first room of the display allowing viewers a peak into the early lives of Jeffrey Hyman, John Cummings, Thomas Erdelyi and Douglas Colvin, long before they became the leather jacketwearing rebels with new surnames. The few dozen people moseying through the exhibit last Friday made sure to photograph Joey Ramone’s tight-fitting Forest Hills High School shirt, Johnny Ramone’s baby pictures and the original press release issued by the former in 1975, famously announcing “The Ramones all originate from Forest Hills and kids who grew up there either became musicians, degenerates or dentists. “The Ramones are a little of each.” Dedicated to the touring prowess of the deceased punk rockers, an entire wall in the exhibit’s second section is nothing but advertisements in various languages — stretching from floor to ceiling — for gigs from the Hollywood Palladium in

Joey’s microphone, Johnny’s guitar, Marky’s drum. It’s all there at the Queens Museum’s PHOTO BY CHRISTOPHER BARCA new exhibit honoring the Ramones. California to the Bataclan in Paris and everywhere in between. Arguably the most popular attraction in the exhibit, however, is the wall of instruments the Ramones used as well as the leather jackets they wore throughout their decades of touring the world, a section no one with a camera at the museum could

walk past without snapping a photo or two. J o h n ny R a m o n e’s g u i t a r s , M a r k y Ramone’s signed snare drum and Joey Ramone’s microphones are all there, items that Queens Museum public relations associate Grace Munns said took years to acquire from a variety of sources. continued on page 39

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continued from page 33 The show contains new works by Liz Beard, Anthony Baus, Byrnes, Devin Cecil-Wishing, Zoe Dufour, Sally Fama Cochrane, Samuel Hung, Brendan Johnston and Justin Wood. Byrnes said how it was all curated was self-directed; he asked the artists, all his friends within the “tightknit” community, to select what they’re most proud of. He added that grouping the artists into their own zones within the two-room gallery gives a better sense of personalities, techniques, pictorial concerns and themes. The first room seems to highlight this idea of diversity. It cont a ins b eaut iful por t ra it s by Byrnes, which contrast playfully with vibrant works by Hung, who uses such subjects as candy corn, plastic ducks and a barrel of monkeys. There’s also a striking terra cotta sculpture titled “Portrait of an Artist” by Johnston,

and a hydrocal sculpture by Dufour. Baus, completing a fellowship in Rome, presents three works synthesizing ideas of master drawings, the medium of pen and ink wash, perspective and storytelling into a capriccio, a kind of architectural fantasy. While many also paint landscapes, there are none presented. It’s for good rea s o n : M o s t of t h e works in the exhibit were When: Through June 3; Mon.-Sat., c re at e d ins i d e G r a n d by appointment only Central Atelier. A side Where: Eleventh Street Arts, from Baus’ creations, all 46-06 11 St., Long Island City are Queens-made. Entry: Free. In the main room, the info@eleventhstreetarts.com differences in vision are much more apparent and

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fascinating, with Fama Cochrane ruminating on science-based subjects, Wood and Cecil-Wishing presenting enthralling still-life works and Beard bringing in narrative portraits. It’s also fascinating to see the different concerns of individual artists themselves; Johnston, for example, juxtaposed stilllife paintings of recently caught birds or seafood with terra cotta sculptures and portrait paintings. “There’s a similar vocabulary although the results are different and the intentions might be different,” Byrnes said. “The language of painting and drawing in this very traditional way is something we share.” Linked to the exhibition are two

Clockwise from top left, “Santiago,” by Zoe Dufour; “Devon,” left, “Quail and Copper Bowl” and “Blackfish and Clams” by Brendan Johnston; the main room at Eleventh Street Arts; admirers of Liz Beard’s works; “Living Water” by Beard, an Astoria resident; and a dapper dog with “Santiago” and Beard’s “Self-portrait.” On the cover: Budding art aficionado Emma Schreil observes “Attributes of the Arts,” lower left, PHOTOS BY CRISTINA SCHREIL and other works by Justin Wood. evenings of ar tist talks : On Wednesday, April 20 there was a short talk and Q&A with some of

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Spectrum Theatre in Jamaica. The latter group is now presenting Queens has an amazingly rich heritage, “Southeast Queens — A Play with Music,” though many people, even those who have written by Carl Clay, the theater’s executive producer, with additional script material prolived here all their lives, are unaware of it. In an effort to rectify the matter, several vided by Jacqueline Wade, which covers local writers, including this reporter, have much of the same territory as last year’s turned the borough’s history into theatrical attraction. Anyone who grew up in the area will presentations. One play I wrote, “Let’s Hear It for readily identify with many of the on-stage Queens,” encompassing the entire borough, references; younger audiences should find it was performed in 2013 by the FSF Commu- a welcome alternative to a history class. The premise is familiar: A young boy must nity Theatre Group, while another, “Made in Southeast Queens,” had a more localized present a history report in school and, under focus and premiered a year ago at Black the guidance of his grandmother, begins to skim through a photo book that provides the impetus for all that follows. The audience is also introduced to the child’s mother, Stella, a young, hardworking woman, and his uncle, Brooks, When: Thru May 7, varying times who is employed as a bus driver for a local tour company. Where: Black Spectrum Theatre, Complications arise when Brooks gets Roy Wilkins Park, 177th St. himself into trouble at his job. Before and Baisley Blvd., Jamaica long, the boy, Jordan, suggests his uncle Tickets: $25; $20 seniors; $12.50 children, start up his own company to go into (718) 723-1800, blackspectrum.com direct competition with his boss. Along the way, many interesting piecqboro contributor

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Elijah Hollingsworth as Jordan, Shelley Miller as his mom, Stella, Scottie Davis as his grandmother, and Robert Siverls as PHOTO BY MARK LORD his uncle, Brooks. es of information about the history of the area are revealed, via dialogue, song and screen projections. At times, the pacing of the production, which has been directed by the singlenamed Passion, is admittedly slow, but it’s never long before the next diversion materializes. The first act provides the stronger of the play’s two halves, establishing the storyline and revealing facts about the neighborhood

that are alternately impressive, surprising and, on occasion, provocative. Following intermission are two scenes that prove superfluous. One involves an extended step competition, meant to introduce a friendly rivalry among the area’s high schools; the other features a sweet potato pie eating contest, which comes across as a silly bit of business. Things get back on track after that, with plenty of lessons learned, both for the characters and the spectators. Derek Galloway is in charge of the show’s music and technical aspects, both of which add considerable flavor. We hear snippets of recordings by the area’s well-known celebrity music makers as well as vocal performances from several of the performers. While the action takes place on an almost bare stage, the many projections prove an effective replacement for scenery. Kudos to Leila Wright for her fine lighting design. The lead actors include Elijah Hollingsworth as the precocious Jordan, Shelley Miller as his devoted mother, Scottie Davis as his unusually energetic grandmother, and, in the most consistently effective performance, Robert Siverls as Brooks. Performances continue through May 7. Q

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“The Lorax,” a Dr. Seuss classic, screened for “Go Green Family Movie Night.” With snacks, a prize for best Lorax costume, raffles for baskets containing the book and more. For children 5 and up with adult. Fri., Apr. 22, 6-8 p.m. Free; preregistration req’d. Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. Info: (718) 229-4000, alleypond.com.

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Kids’ art classes: Latin American Cultural Center of Queens at ARROW Community Center, 35-35 St., Astoria. For ages 8-16, every Tues. and Thurs., 4:30-6 p.m. and Sat., 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Info: (718) 261-7664, laccq@aol.com.

CLASSES CPR, Sat., Apr. 23, 10 a.m., All Nations Center, 86-74 80 St., Woodhaven. $40 (no checks). Info: (347) 839-3504. ESL: Practical English for Employment and U.S. Citizenship. Language and cultural lessons and U.S. Citizenship Test preparation, designed to be taken together. Free from the Latin American Cultural Center of Queens. Mon. and Fri., thru June 27, 6-8 p.m., PS 13, 55-01 94 St., Elmhurst. Info: (718) 261-7664, laccq@aol.com. Personal training, by Mike Iozzino, every Mon., 1:30 p.m. Tai chi for beginners, by David Knee, every Tue., 11 a.m. Art, by Art Neshamkin, every Thu., 1:30 p.m. Kew Gardens Community Center, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, suite 202. Suggested donation: $1 or $2. Info: (718) 268-5960.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES Adult coloring classes, “the latest craze,” shown to lower blood pressure, reduce stress. Materials provided. Every Wed., 10:30-11:30 a.m., Howard Beach Senior Center, 155-55 Crossbay Blvd. Info: Rosalie, PHOTO BY JENN GAYLOR (718) 738-8100. Emergency preparedness lecture, by Chris Kraft. Tue., Apr. 26, 10:30 a.m. Nutrition lecture, on avoiding dehydration and simple health recipes, by registered nurse Denise Lobody. Wed., Apr. 27, 10:30 a.m. Both at Howard Beach Senior Center, 155-55 Crossbay Blvd. Info: Rosalie, (718) 738-8100. Medicare specialist consultations, by appointment, every other Wed., 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Catholic Charities Bayside Senior Center, 221-15 Horace Harding Expwy. Info: (718) 225-1144. Maspeth Senior Center, 6961 Grand Ave. Free English classes for Chinese speakers, computer instruction, Silver Sneakers, tai chi, yoga and more; breakfast and lunch served. Info: (718) 429-3636.

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continued from page 39 “It took about three years,” Munns said of the realization of guest curator Marc Miller’s original idea. “There was some infighting among their estates, so getting everyone to cooperate and give up stuff that obviously means a lot to them was hard.” Once the family members all agreed to participate in the project, items started flowing in. According to Munns, Johnny Ramone’s widow, Linda, a Rosedale native, was one of the exhibit’s main contributors, as was Joey Ramone’s brother, Mickey Leigh. Miller donated items from his personal collection, but portraits of the band members and other items created and owned by diehard fans — such as South Carolina painter Shepard Fairey — also make up a portion of the exhibit’s third room, dedicated to the post-retirement lives of the Ramones. If checking out their original guitars and hearing some of their punk rock classics isn’t enough, fans are encouraged to sing along with Joey Ramone as a 25-minute clip of the Forest Hills boys’ famous New Year’s Eve 1977 concert in London is shown on a loop in the exhibit’s fourth room. The exhibit is already proving to be a hit with music fans across the borough, as thousands of people streamed into the museum on opening night last Sunday to

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see the display and hear live Ramones covers from area punk bands, breaking attendance records. New York isn’t the only city where fans can relive the Forest Hills band’s punk roots and success, as the exhibit moves to Los Angeles in September for a stay at the Grammy Museum before possibly touring the globe, much like the punk rock royals did tirelessly for decades. “We’re hoping eventually this becomes a touring exhibit,” Munns said. “The Ramones have very rabid fan bases in places like Brazil and Japan, so Marc Miller’s vision is after Q this, we’ll start a worldwide tour.”

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255 AUDUBON AVENUE LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 02/24/12. Latest date to dissolve: 12/31/2082. Office: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 31-10 37th Avenue, Suite 500, Long Island City, NY 11101. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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SURROGATE’S COURT-QUEENS COUNTY CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: The heirs at law, next of kin, and distributees of NICOLAE KALADJIAN, deceased, if living, and if any of them be dead to their heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, legatees, executors, administrators, assignees, and successors in interest, whose names are unknown and cannot be ascertained after due diligence, ATTORNEY GENERAL OF NEW YORK STATE, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF QUEENS COUNTY; A petition having been duly filed by Smaranda Moraru, who is domiciled at 560 Main Street, #717, Roosevelt Island, New York 10044. YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Queens County, at 88-11 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, New York, on June 2nd, 2016, at 9:30 o’clock in the AM noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of NICOLAE KALADJIAN, lately domiciled at 54-16 82 Street, Elmhurst, N.Y. 11373, admitting to probate a Will dated April 18, 2002, (a Codicil dated_________) (a Codicil dated_________) a copy of which is attached, as the Will of NICOLAE KALADJIAN, deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that [ X ] Letters Testamentary issue to: Smaranda Moraru [ ] Letters of Trusteeship issue to:________ [ ] Letters of Administration c.t.a. issue to________ (State any further relief requested) HON. PETER J. KELLY, Surrogate, Margaret M. Gribbon, Chief Clerk, March 24th, 2016 DATED, Attested and Sealed. George W. Klein, Attorney for Petitioner, Telephone Number, 718-575-3373, 70-09 Austin St., Suite 204, Forest Hills, N.Y. 11375, Address of Attorney. [NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you.] P-5 (10/96)

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continued from page 25 cheaper, he said. “So we’re looking as far as we can to prosecute the people who are peddling the poison here in our communities, in Queens and elsewhere, to shut down corrupt pharmacies and corrupt doctors,” Bharara said. Bharara also noted that more than 25 years after the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed banning discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all public places and private places open to the public, disabled people in New York City still have problems accessing restaurants and public schools. “If you have a disability and you live in this city, you have the right to equal access and enjoy every privilege of living in the greatest city on earth,” Bharara said. “If your child or your grandchild has a disability, he or she should be able to go to the local school,” he added. Bharara also touted his office’s work on helping to reform Rikers Island, a theme that would be sounded later that night in a “60 Minutes” piece focused on the troubled jail complex. He said that even prisoners have rights, such as the right to not be subjected to abuse of solitary confinement. “Rikers Island is broken,” Bharara Q said.

Guilty of shooting off-duty cop Officer Joseph Koch was protecting beating victim by Michael Gannon Editor

An Ozone Park man who shot an offduty police officer coming to the aid of a woman who was being beaten in 2013 has been convicted of second-degree attempted murder and other charges. Jose Bernazard, 42, shot former NYPD Officer Joseph Koch in his hand on June 16, 2013 as Koch responded to cries for help from the son of a woman Bernazard was assaulting in her Jamaica home. Bernazard, who grabbed for Koch’s offduty weapon, was shot in the abdomen in the altercation. He faces 50 years to life in prison when he is sentenced on May 3 according to a statement issued by Queens District Attorney Richard Brown. The bullet shattered bones in Koch’s hand, forcing him to leave the NYPD. Koch was leaving a Father’s Day barbecue on South Street when he heard a boy in the street screaming that his mother was being attacked. He ran to the woman’s home and confronted Bernazard In a statement to the Chronicle, Patrick Lynch, president of the Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association, said he hopes Bernazard receives the maximum sentence.

The man who shot NYPD Officer Joseph Koch and ended the young cop’s career is facing FILE PHOTO 50 years to life in prison. “Joseph Koch is typical of our selfless and heroic police officers who respond to calls for help when on or off duty,” Lynch said. “That Father’s Day in 2013 when he heard the screams of a woman being beaten, he responded without giving a thought

to his own well-being. That was the day he saved a woman’s life, took a dangerous man off the streets of our city and sustained a serious injury that ended his career as a police officer.” “Although the police officer was offduty ... he adhered to his oath to serve and protect the public by immediately going to the woman’s aid,” Brown said. Koch was honored at the White House by President Obama in May 2014, one of 53 Top Cops from across the country chosen by the National Association of Police Organizations. Bernazard had dated the woman a few times and had been stalking her for about 18 months, assaulting her numerous times and violating protective orders on at least three occasions. He also was convicted of second- and third-degree assault, first-degree burglary, aggravated criminal contempt, seconddegree cr iminal contempt, cr iminal obstruction of breathing or circulation, second-degree criminal trespass, fourthdegree criminal mischief and first-degree stalking. Brown said Bernazard had stalked the woman between January 2012 and Q June 2013.

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Former SJU fencers make Olympic team Both are veterans of the 2012 games by Christopher Barca Associate Editor

Members of the Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association brought their anti-Select Bus Service petition outside their own borders Tuesday as they visited the Ozone Park Civic Association to gather signatures. Vance Barbour, seen here handing out petitions, Alex Blenkinsopp and Giedra Kregzdys told Ozone Park residents of their website, saveourstreets.nyc, where a petition is posted opposing the multi-million dollar plan that would make one lane in

each direction on Woodhaven and Cross Bay boulevards for buses only, make pedestrians wait on revamped median bus stops and eliminate several left turns along the corridors. The project is expected to be completed some time next decade. Members of the WRBA said they plan on visiting other civic associations in Community District 10 in the next few weeks to spread the word of their petition. — Anthony O’Reilly

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The road to Rio leads through Queens for these two Olympic fencers. St. John’s University alums Darly Homer and Dagmara Wozniak will represent the United States at the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janerio in August, the school announced last Wednesday. Homer qualified for the U.S. Olympic team by winning silver medals at both the Senior World Championships and Pan American Championships last year, while Wozniak secured her spot on the squad after excelling on the World Cup circuit over the last 12 months. A resident of the Bronx, Homer will compete in the men’s saber category — an event he finished sixth in during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Wozniak, a New Jersey native, will compete in the women’s saber event, four years after finishing eighth in London. Homer graduated from St. John’s in 2012 while Wozniak earned her degree one Q year earlier.

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In S. Richmond Hill, one theater, many names by Ron Marzlock Chronicle Contributor

One of the lost neighborhood movie theaters of Queens was the Civic/Casino Theatre at 113-18 Liberty Ave. in South Richmond Hill. Built in 1922 on an irregular plot of land measuring 124 by 131 feet, it had only one screen and sat 900 people. Originally named Our Civic Theatre, it was renamed The New Civic Theatre by 1932. The 1935 Queens directory shows that by then it had been given its final name, The Casino Theatre. Howev- How the Our Civic Theatre and Richmond Hill Bank on Liber, the deed to the property erty Avenue looked in summer 1925. always read The Civic Theatre until after World War II, when the title remained proud that it never succumbed and changed hands and the operator became The became a XXX movie joint like so many others had in Queens. Prudential Playhouse. Today it is a grocery named Apna Bazar By the late 1950s the building was owned by the Jerome Theater Co. The neighbor- Cash & Carry (yes, that’s the company’s hood supported the little theater until it spelling). The building is owned by Allied finally closed its doors in 1979 — and IV LLC and is valued at over $3 million. Q

A uniform disgrace by Lloyd Carroll Chronicle Contributor

Sept. 21, 2001 was the date of the first professional sporting event played in New York, the Braves taking on the Mets at Shea Stadium, after the horrific events of 10 days earlier. Mike Piazza hit a two-run home run in the bottom of the eighth inning that night that gave the Mets a come-from-behind 3-2 win over their key rival at the time. Given its historical and emotional context, it remains one of the greatest moments not only in Mets history but in Major League Baseball’s as well. When I first heard rumors that the Mets had sold the uniform that Mike Piazza had worn that night I attributed that to typical Mets carelessness for the little things. Baseball teams routinely sell game-worn jerseys as well as bats, balls and lineup cards, so I figured that it must have inadvertently been placed in the wrong lot. It’s like when television networks used to routinely erase tapes of popular shows. It wasn’t until this past year that someone was able to track down a tape of the first Super Bowl, which was played in January 1967. I was infuriated to read in last Friday’s New York Daily News that Mets ownership willingly had sold the autographed Piazza uniform to a memorabilia auctioneer three years

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Two Family Brick Beauty with Approved Plans to Convert To 3 Family, Fully Tenanted with Over 4K Rent Roll, 2 Car Garage, Great Location! Asking: $729K

Commercial Properties For Sale!! Package Deal!! Property and Business, Great Location!

Call Paul Deo For More Info 718-848-4700

BROOKLYN Huge Warehouse Approximately 5,406 sq. ft. On M1-1 Zoning with Close Proximity To Highway and Airport. Owner Very Motivated!

Call Subhas Ramroop Today for more information 347-581-5596

Call Subhas Ramroop for more info 347-581-5596

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96-10 101st Ave., Ozone Park, NY 11416

RICHMOND HILL 2 Family Brick Detached in Excellent Condition, Party Dvwy & Full Fin. Basement.

Call Gladys Martinez for more information 917-443-0097

Call John Dibs today 718-848-4700 for more information.

OZONE PARK Huge Renovated House, One of The Biggest in Ozone Park, 2 Family, 8 BRs, 2 Baths, 2 Kits, 2 L.R./D.R., High Ceilings, 2 Car Gar., Pvt. Dvwy For 6 Cars. 5 Extra Rooms In The Basement. Lost Size: 4,950 sq. ft, R5 Zoning. Call Glenda Inestroza for more info 646-325-3627

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