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Undocumented now can apply for licenses ‘I never thought I would see this day happen,’ assemblywoman says by David Russell Associate Editor

he lines at the Department of Motor Vehicles have been longer than usual. New York’s Green Light Law went into effect Monday, allowing undocumented immigrants to apply for driver’s licenses. “I grew up undocumented,” said Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz (D-Jackson Heights) at a press conference at Make The Road NY headquarters. “I never thought I would see this day happen.” Undocumented immigrants can produce records to prove their identity such as an expired passport, expired ID number from a consulate or valid foreign driver’s license or one that has been expired for less than 24 months. The license won’t provide access to aircraft or federal facilities such as nuclear power plants, however. The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the federal government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” Beginning in October 2020, travelers on commercial aircraft including domestic flights will need identification that meets the REAL ID standards, including proof of citizenship or legal immigration status. The state Legislature passed the measure in

A long line at the Department of Motor Vehicles in Flushing on Monday as undocumented TWITTER SCREENSHOT / ROCCO VERTUCCIO immigrants are allowed to apply for driver’s licenses. June, joining 12 other states and the District of Columbia. Immigrant advocacy groups across the state pushed for the bill. The Business Council of New York State backed it, touting economic growth. City Comptroller Scott Stringer’s office found that 150,000 of the estimated 525,000 undocumented immigrants in the city would get licenses if the Green Light Law took effect. Auto sales would go up by an estimated 2.7 percent. The policy would bring the state $9.6 mil-

lion in driver’s license fees, and $1.4 million of that money would go to the MTA, according to the Comptroller’s Office. In Queens and elsewhere, Department of Motor Vehicle offices were f looded with license applicants. But some have objected. Erie County Clerk Michael Kearns argued in a lawsuit that the measure violated federal law and would make New Yorkers less safe, but the case was dismissed in November “because the law is legal,” said New York Attorney

General Letitia James. “Any claim of victory by the Governor or the Attorney General are hollow,” Kearns said in a statement, according to reports. “We still don’t know whether the Green Light Law is constitutional. The Judge did not tell me I have to issue driver’s licenses to illegal immigrants. All we know is that the County Clerks statewide have to wait to either be prosecuted or removed from office.” Last Friday, U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe of the Northern District of New York dismissed a suit filed by Rensselaer County Clerk Frank Merola, who argued compliance with the law will put him in conflict with federal immigration law. Sharpe ruled Merola didn’t have the proper standing to bring the case. The state used to allow undocumented immigrants to apply for and obtain the licenses but ended the policy in 2001 after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. A 2002 executive order by Gov. George Pataki required applicants to provide a Social Security number. In 2007, Gov. Eliot Spitzer tried three times to allow undocumented immigrants be issued driver’s licenses. First Spitzer issued the rule as an executive order, only to withdraw it; then he introduced it as a legislative bill, but it was easily defeated in the Senate; and then he introduced it as an administrative measure through the DMV, but that was Q withdrawn in the face of opposition.

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Digging for a fix in S. Ozone Park mess Excavating for cause of sewage flood is being done by hand by Michael Shain Editor

Excavation at the site of the sewer blockage, above, is painstakingly slow. Meanwhile, pumps work at open manholes, right, to PHOTOS BY MICHAEL SHAIN provide a bypass sewage system.

The cause of the Thanksgiving night sewage mess in South Ozone Park is still a mystery. In a scene out of a mine-disaster movie, crews are excavating by hand to get to a waste pipe buried more than 40 feet beneath the Belt Parkway. Mechanical shovels are standing by to remove dirt from the hole directly under the 150th Street bridge that connects the neighborhood to the industrial area surrounding JFK International Airport. But the work is too intricate to allow the big machines to dig, said officials. To avoid causing more damage by disturbing a network of water mains and drainage pipes located above the waste pipe, crews of four to six men are working with shovels, around the clock, to get to the trouble spot. Determining the cause of the horrendous backup is crucial to the cleanup. City Comptroller Scott Stringer cannot release funds to get rehab work started or replace residents’ water heaters, washing machines and the like until authorities know what is to blame. Homeowners still trying to recover from the disastrous sewer backup last month got a bad scare last weekend when two days of steady rain caused more basement flooding.

But it turned out to be the chronic drainage problem the neighborhood has suffered through for years, according to Kari White, head of the 149th Street Civic Association, which has been coordinating relief efforts. The smell of sewage — though not as strong as it was — still permeates the 40-square block area bounded by Baisley Pond Park and the Van Wyck Expressway on the east and west, and Rockaway Boulevard and the Belt Parkway on the north and south. An elaborate bypass system to take sewage around the blocked pipe to a treatment plant on the south side of the Belt is “just a Band-Aid,” said White Mobile pumps are stationed at open man holes on most st reet corners. James Pinchback is among scores of residents still living in nearby hotels. “I can get back in, but we can’t live there,” he said of his home on Inwood Street at 130th Avenue. “There’s basically nothing in my basement.” He has been waiting for three weeks for a replacement hot water heater and new boiler. Most of Pinchback’s family’s clothes and much of their furniture have been carted away in the cleanup after the spill. Q “It’s a mess, isn’t it?” Pinchback asked sadly.

Parents petition to get diversity names Lawmakers join in chorus against schools’ ‘predetermined outcome’ by Michael Shain

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More than 1,000 supporters in just four days signed a petition calling on the city Department of Education to reveal the names of a working group that will play a key role in devising a controversial school diversity plan. “There’s a rigged jury here,” said Jason Fink, father of a student at PS 101 in Forest Hills. Fink is among the organizers of a fast-growing group called Queens Parents United, who fear Mayor de Blasio and the DOE are going to impose new admissions criteria on District 28 in central and Southeast Queens as part of a plan to make all schools more closely reflect the racial makeup of the city’s school system. “We have a right to know who has been chosen to represent us,” the petition, posted on Change.org, reads. “These are voluntary positions and by not revealing them, or the methodology of their selection, suggests this is a ‘kangaroo court’ of cronies ... not a legitimate process and intended to produce a predetermined outcome.” Parents have been promised by the city that they will be able to recommend how and by what means the district’s eight middle schools will implement a new diversity plan due at the end of the current school years. District 28 covers the neighborhoods from Forest Hills and

Rego Park south to Jamaica. It is among the most racially diverse in the city. But school performance, as measured by state tests, indicate that schools in the northern part of the district are demonstrably more successful than those in the south. The district was chosen last summer as a pilot project for the rest of the borough, suggesting that changes in admissions policies there will become standard for the other six school districts in Queens. The DOE has so far declined to name the members of the working group of parents, teachers and students that will have final say on the recommendations. In a frank letter to Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza last week, signed by eight legislators, Assemblyman Andrew Hevesi (D-Forest Hills) complained that the push to come up with a diversity plan in District 28 has been “opaque, confusing, and inconsistent. “For the record, none of the signatories of this letter are opposed to diversity and equity in our schools,” the letter said. The letter, Hevesi told the Chronicle, sprang from a tumultuous first meeting two weeks ago between parents and the DOE’s consultant on the diversity project, WXYZ, a Manhattan architecture and urban planning firm. “That meeting didn’t go too well,” the lawmaker said. “It became clear to us that if we were ever going to be successful,

Eight legislators from Queens signed a letter last week questioning the Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza’s diversity plan. A parent PHOTO BY MICHAEL SHAIN confronted DOE officials, left. there needs to be meaningful engagement with parents. “This is no threat,” he said. “I’m cautiously optimistic. But if I see they are going to shove this down our throats, my attitude will change.” So far, the parents’ group remains unconvinced by the city’s claims there is no plan yet. “It’s just optics,” said Fink. “The city is determined to impose some version of busing — Q by which I mean, forced transit — and quotas.”

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Pol: ‘We’re really depending on you’ MTA reps discuss Bus Network Redesign proposal at Borough Hall by David Russell Associate Editor

More buses from Queens to Lower Manhattan and extended Q44 service to Fordham Plaza are among changes in the MTA’s Queens Bus Network Redesign proposal. Mark Holmes, chief officer with the MTA Bus Co., called it a “Once in a lifeti me redesig n,” at Borough Hall on Monday. More direct routings will simplify travel with the MTA looking for fewer turns, especially in areas with the highest pedestrian concentrations. The agency is looking to spread out bus stops, as it says 20 seconds will be saved for every stop removed. The local bus average stop spacing is proposed to be changed to 1,400 feet from its current 850 feet. “We have the dubious honor of having the closest-spaced bus stops in the country,” Holmes said, adding, “Nobody likes to lose their bus stops; however, everyone wants their buses to move a little faster. But it’s a delicate balance that we are keenly aware of.” Craig Cipriano, acting president of the MTA Bus Co., acknowledged the concern that fewer stops could impact seniors. “We’re taking that all into account,” he said. “What we want to see is we can stop the bus less so that we can keep it moving and get it to where you want to go.” Lucille Songhai, assistant director of government and community relations for MTA-NYC Transit, said that the organization looked at where hospitals, schools a n d s e n i o r c e n t e r s we r e l o c a t e d . Enhanced connectivity among bus lines would mean more direct access to colleges and hospitals, the agency said. Public workshops will allow residents to give feedback, such as telling them if a stop in front of a senior center is planned to be removed. “We need to know that information because we don’t want to impact our seniors,” she said. Challenges facing the MTA are overcrowding, bus bunching and slow speeds leading to declining ridership. Many routes go to three main hubs — Jamaica, Long Island City and Flushing. One example of a change would be the Q58, which travels between Ridgewood and Flushing with one indirect, f ixed travel path with close stops and multiple turns. The proposed solution is to set up two different routes but with the same start and end points. Other proposals include expanding the Q44 to Fordham Plaza in the Bronx and having the Q50 run from Co-op City in the Bronx to LaGuardia Airport. Four bus routes connect Queens to Lower Manhattan and all four are in central Queens. The MTA is looking to double the number to eight, including routes to Bayside, Spr ingf ield Gardens and Queens Village. There are also buses that

Lucille Songhai, assistant director of government and community relations for MTA-NYC Transit, speaks at Borough Hall Monday about the Queens Bus Network Redesign proposal. Mark Holmes, left, chief officer with the MTA Bus Co., called it a “Once in a lifetime redesign.” Jessica PHOTO BY DAVID RUSSELL Schabowski, right, from the Mayor’s Office, listens on. would have access to Hudson Yards. Councilman Daneek Miller (D-St. Albans) said the MTA should focus the most at tention on i nt ra-borough traveling. “We’d like to be connected within the borough of Queens so that we can really grow our commerce, our economy, within the borough,” he said. C o u n c i lwo m a n Ad r ie n n e Ad a m s (D-Jamaica) echoed the sentiment, telling MTA officials, “We want to make sure that we’re taken care of in-house.” She also said, “I’m excited about this ambition because it’s something we’ve never seen before.” Councilman Bar r y Grodenchik (D-Oakland Gardens) noted that there are no subways or ferries in his area. “I’m not going to build a canal on Bell Boulevard,” he said. So, that leaves his constituents with buses. “We’re really depending on you,” Grodenchik told the MTA representatives. Public outreach and education began in May with an Existing Conditions Report released in September. The draft plan will be released at the end of December. There will be public workshops in January and February. Then the MTA will receive input and adjust the plan. In April a nd May the f i nal proposal will be released but will still be subject to feedback, Cipriano said. “We really want to get this right,” he said. Only 20 of the 81 subway stations in or near Queens are accessible according to Americans with Disabilities Act standards. The MTA said the bus network redesign could be important for those customers whose t ransit options are limited. About 52 percent of Queens commuters

travel via transit. According to Census American Community Survey data, about 39 percent of borough commuters identified rail modes as their primary means of

transportation with 11 percent putting buses at the top. Approximately 94 percent of Queens residents live within a quarter-mile of a bus stop, according to the MTA. Cipriano said the MTA worked with the City Planning Commission to account for a population increase. Holmes said that small businesses were taken into consideration in the planning process. As the city encourages residents to use other modes of transportation than cars, the reliability of mass transit becomes vital, Grodenchik said. “When we talk about gridlock, when we talk about the car epidemic that we have, we’re not going to get people out of cars unless we really give them choices,” he said. Users on the MTA website can access a trip planner to find the quickest possible means of traveling. When the draft plan is released at the end of the month, there will be another option for users to see the proposed reroutes and how they would impact their commute. Customers will also be able to explore a new system — Remix — and leave comments about routes and stops. “It’s a tall task,” Holmes said. “There’s Q no doubt about it.”

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Marching off to college Students from the Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School here take their group walk to the post office in Forest Hills to mail in their college applications. It is an annual ritual for more than 2,000 seniors nationwide — including those at Channel View School for Research in Rockaway Beach and MELS in Forest Hills — called the College March. Outward Bound works with students to

prepare them for college with special instruction and resources. “The ritual ... helps promote collegegoing cultures in participating schools and gives underclassmen an important milestone to which to aspire,” the organization said in a prepared statement. Parents, teachers and local merchants also attended the march for support. — Michael Shain

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Could This Noninvasive, Natural Treatment Be the Answer to Your Knee Pain? For 10 days only, I’m running a very special offer where you can find out if you are a candidate for cold laser therapy. What does this offer include? Everything I normally do in my “Knee Pain Evaluation.” Just call before December 29, 2019 and here’s what you’ll get… • An in-depth consultation about your problem where I will listen … really listen … to the details of your case. • A complete neuromuscular examination. • A full set of specialized X-rays to determine if arthritis is contributing to your pain (if necessary). (If you have films please bring them for evaluation). • A thorough analysis of your exam and X-ray findings so we can start mapping out your plan to being pain free. • You’ll see everything firsthand and find out if this amazing treatment will be your pain solution, as it has been for so many other patients. Until December 29th, you can get everything I’ve listed here for only $37. The normal price for this type of evaluation including X-rays is $250, so you’re saving a considerable amount by taking me up on this offer. Remember what it was like before you had knee problems – when you were pain free and could enjoy everything life had to offer. It can be that way again. Don’t neglect your problem any longer – don’t wait until it’s too late.

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New research in a treatment called Class IV Laser Therapy is having a profound effect on patients suffering with knee pain. Unlike the cutting type of laser seen in movies and used in medical procedures, the Class IV therapeutic laser penetrates the surface of the skin with no heating effect or damage. Laser Therapy has been tested for 40 years, had over 2000 papers published on it, and has been shown to aid in damaged tissue regeneration, decrease inflammation, relieve pain and boost the immune system. This means that there is a good chance cold laser therapy could be your knee pain solution, allowing you to live a more active lifestyle. Professional athletes like The New York Yankees and team members of the New England Patriots rely upon cold laser therapy to treat their sports-related injuries. These guys use the cold laser for one reason only…

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ueens is for the birds — at least when it comes to the new law passed last week to stop the poor things from killing themselves en masse by flying into our windows and glass-encased buildings. Every one of our members of the City Council voted for the measure, which passed 43-3 last Tuesday, except for Eric Ulrich, who was absent. The bill attacks a serious problem — as many as 230,000 birds die in the city each year because they crash into glass they don’t see, according to NYC Audubon. And even that tally may be low. Nationwide, the figure is about 600 million a year, according to the American Bird Conservancy, out of which you’d expect New York City to be responsible for more than the 0.04 percent represented by 230,000. That’s because the city lies along the Atlantic Flyway, one of only four major north-south paths across the country used by migrating birds. It’s the same reason you can see so many nonnative birds at Jamaica Bay during the spring and fall migrations. So the City Council decided, with minimal dissent, to mandate that owners of new buildings install bird-

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protective glass on the lower 75 feet of a structure. Existing buildings will not be affected until they undergo renovations. And materials that are not birdfriendly will still be allowed for up to 10 square feet within any 10-by-10-foot area of exterior wall. Owners will have options on what type of glass to install. It could be glass that uses fritting: ceramic lines or dots we can barely see but that jump out at birds. Or it could be glass that has strips in it that reflect ultraviolet light. Birds see them; we don’t. Over time, new technologies are likely to develop. Yes, there will be some increase in costs for the private sector. But it should not be crippling. Evidence that the costs can be absorbed can be found in the Real Estate Board of New York’s take on the bill. Rather than opposing it, REBNY thanked the Council for addressing its concerns, while hoping lawmakers will track the availability of bird-protective materials. Mayor de Blasio will sign the bill, and it will take effect one year later. It’s a step we support to help harmonize our relationship with the natural world without causing great controversy or strife among people.

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Dear Santa ... Dear Editor: All I want for Christmas (or even after) is: 1) Someone to cook healthy meals for me (Trader Joe’s preferably). No red meat, little carbs, low sugar, hardly any calories. Can it be done? All of the above. 2) A Dunkin’ Donuts gift card with lots of money on it (I’ll share). 3) To sell more of the books that I write (I have over 100 left) and royalty checks from some of my published books, that are more than $1.14. They make good holiday gifts and come with free bookmarks — one of a kind that I design. I also give student discounts. 4) To volunteer on Christmas Day at my regular food pantry/kitchen, serving many meals and hoping those who attend have a great day and enjoy their hot meal! 5) For people who don’t clean up their dog’s crap on sidewalks and by the trees that line some of the streets in parts of Queens, to please do (no pun intended). Looks disgusting, smells — it’s selfish! And for those owners who do clean up, a big thank you! 6) Honesty (it’s the best policy). Not good when people lie, a very bad character trait. 7) To get this letter published. 8) I’m not telling (Santa has a clue). 9) A new president (wouldn’t that be nice!). A president with the class of President Kennedy and the intelligence of Presidents Kennedy, © Copyright 2019 by MARK I PUBLICATIONS, INC. All rights reserved. Neither this newspaper nor any part thereof may be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in any form, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, microfilming, recording or by any information retrieval system without the express written permission of the publishers. This copyright is extended to the design and text created for advertisements. Reproduction of said advertisement or any part thereof without the express written permission of MARK I PUBLICATIONS, INC. is strictly prohibited. This publication will not be responsiblefor errors in advertising beyond the cost of the space occupied by the error. Bylined articles represent the sole opinion of the writer and are not necessarily in accordance with the views of the QUEENS CHRONICLE. This Publication reserves the right to limit or refuse advertising it deems objectionable. The Queens Chronicle is published weekly by Mark I Publications, Inc.at a subscription rate of $19 per year and out of state, $25 per year. Periodicals Postage Paid (USPS0013-572) at Flushing, N.Y. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Mark I Publications, Inc., 71-19 80th St., Suite 8-201, Glendale, NY 11385.

Cheers for Cuomo on Cabrini

hen British officials asked the public to select a name for a new research vessel and the winner was Boaty McBoatface, they found themselves in a dilly of a pickle. They went with the RRS Sir David Attenborough instead but, not wanting to ignore the public altogether, they gave the name to one of the ship’s unmanned subs. When New York City asked the public to name great historical women for whom statues should be erected, and the top choice was Catholic Saint Mother Cabrini, first lady Chirlane McCray and Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen had no such respect for the public — or the

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Clinton and Obama. The integrity and honor of all of the above. And add in Presidents Washington and Lincoln. Also someone who listens to others, respects others and has good leadership skills. And last, a president our Founding Fathers and most of America could be proud of! (Can you deliver, Santa?) 10) And finally, less violence in all the world. For people to listen to each other, better be less judgmental of others take care of the Earth, donate time to help others, be less selfish and thoughtless and, oh yeah, more reruns of “I Love Lucy.” And if possible, when I’m in Los Angeles for my birthday, can you arrange having a cup of Dunkin’ Donuts coffee with Brad Pitt for me (he’ll treat, naturally; he has more money than I). I’ve been a very, very good girl this year and last. You can ask my friends. I also do a lot of volunteer work! Thanks, Santa. Carol Lynn Lustgarten Forest Hills

saint. They simply nixed the choice. Not the right worldview, apparently. Or ethnicity. So, no statue for the city, just a bunch of angry Catholics and Italians. Enter Gov. Mario Cuomo. Seeing a chance to do the right thing and embarrass Mayor de Blasio at the same time, he declared that a statue of Mother Cabrini would be built somewhere on state-controlled land. Last week, the South Cove of Battery Park in Manhattan was announced as the site. We salute Cuomo for standing up for the people’s choice and pledging to erect a statue to a true saint who dedicated her life to bettering the lives of immigrants to our fair city.

Fix school diversity plan Dear Editor: (An open letter to New York City Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza (Mayor Bill de Blasio) We write to you today as duly elected officials from the city, state and federal levels of government with our collective concerns regarding the District 28 Diversity Plan. The constituents we have the privilege of representing encompass all of D28 and our offices have been hearing directly from concerned parents and families. For the record, none of the signatories of this letter are opposed to diversity and equity in our schools. However, it is our responsibility to report to you that the way this process has been introduced to our respective communities has been opaque, confusing, and inconsistent. We appreciate the Department of Education’s statements regarding public engagement and community involvement, but real opportunities

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Dear Editor: Your Dec. 5th op-ed by Bob Friedrich, “Beware as pro-criminal law takes effect Jan. 1” (multiple editions), presents a skewed and sensationalized view of the criminal justice reforms that will be implemented next year. I am a lifelong resident of Briarwood, and I know many members in my community and the Borough of Queens understand the harmful impact our archaic bail, discovery and speedy trial laws have had on our fellow New Yorkers. These reforms do not prevent holding those who commit harm from being held

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Better than Greta Dear Editor: This year’s Time magazine selection for the Person of the Year reveals the skewed priorities and mindset of the media. The selection was an unhappy schoolgirl who is neither a scientist nor an economist and believes the planet is in existential danger and we will all soon die. Her name is Greta Thunberg, a teenager, whose sudden notoriety has given her a platform to propagate controversial, unproven theories. She offers no solution to the economic devastation her ideas would cause: only anxiety, anger and frustration. If Time were indeed honestly trying to highlight the younger generation’s response to the threats to our planet, a little research would have revealed other problems as well as solutions. At the age of 19, Dutch entrepreneur Boyan Slat founded The Ocean Cleanup, a nonprofit that aims to rid the oceans of plastic. He was recognized as one of the 20 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs Worldwide (Intel EYE50), and is the youngest-ever recipient of the UN’s highest environmental accolade: Champion of the Earth. It has been six years since Boyan Slat, now 25, began developing a system to clean up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a trash-filled vortex in the Pacific Ocean that’s more than twice the size of Texas. Time deems climate change the greatest existential threat to our planet and Thunberg was the best person to promote their agenda. Sam Farmer of Changing America writes: “Greta Thunberg — named person of the year by Time Magazine — has shown the world that nothing can interfere with the fulfillment of her mission of climate activism. Not cyberbullying. Not expressions of opposition, some from prominent power players. And perhaps most remarkably, not an autism spectrum diagnosis. In fact, her autism profile is arguably an asset as she sets forth in winning over hearts and minds across the globe.” Some may possibly construe this as child abuse by Time. Edward Konecnik Flushing

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accountable, but simply ensure that all those accused will have a fair chance at resolving their case, a constitutional right that has too often been ignored for marginalized people. When the predatory policing practice of stopand-frisk ended, this same panicked rhetoric predicted impending doom … that never happened. In the years since stop and frisk ended, the number of people in jail has plummeted, and at the same our city has experienced the lowest rates of murder, sexual assault, burglary and violent crime in almost 70 years. There is no evidence to suggest excessive incarceration keeps New Yorkers safe and our current crime rates prove just that. I stand with millions of my community members across this city and state who celebrate the passage of these reforms, which mark the beginning of a new era of our city when justice can be afforded to all. Misael Syldor Briarwood

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for our residents to be involved and engaged have simply not materialized to date. It is also clear to us that the four public engagement meetings planned by the DOE for this issue will not be suff icient to receive meaningful input and feedback from our constituents. We therefore make the following requests in order to put this process back on track: 1) We request that you hold more than four meetings, at varying locations and times of day, in order to be as inclusive and respectful as possible of the constraints of the daily lives of our constituents. 2) We request adequate notice of these meetings be made to all interested parents and families. 3) We request that our offices and our constituents be given any and all necessary information in a consistent, timely, and easily accessible manner. We consider these requests to be the bare minimum the DOE must provide in order to make this process successful. While we fully understand that the goal of these efforts is to create implementable recommendations and that no changes are pending as of yet, it is important for you to understand that we believe it would be inappropriate for any of us to support a diversity plan created without meaningful conversation and engagement of our constituents. We stand ready to assist you in your effort to comply with these recommendations. Andrew Hevesi NYS Assemblyman for the 28th District Forest Hills Adrienne Adams NYC Councilwoman for the 28th District Jamaica David Weprin NYS Assemblyman for the 24th District Fresh Meadows Toby Ann Stavisky NYS Senator for the 16th District Flushing Grace Meng U.S. Representative for the 6th District Flushing John Liu NYS Senator for the 11th District Bayside Daniel Rosenthal NYS Assemblyman for the 27th District Flushing Karen Koslowitz NYC Councilwoman for the 29th District Forest Hills

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Chamber is wrong — we need Rockaway Rail Line by Stacey Pheffer Amato and Phil Goldfeder

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In the wake of a deadly shooting spree at a kosher grocery in Jersey City last week, officers from the 106th Precinct fanned out to reassure synagogues in Ozone Park and Howard Beach that security here is being stepped up. A message posted on the precinct’s Twitter page late last week showed police cars parked in front of two houses of worship,

the Howard Beach Judea Center and the Ozone Park Jewish Center, and included the hashtag #neighborhoodpolicing. Four people, including a Jersey City police officer, were killed when a couple, linked to a radical, anti-Semetic religious sect, open fired inside the Jewish grocery. Both terrorists were shot dead by police. — Michael Shain

Car dealers seek donated coats New York’s car dealers are helping to lead the way in donating thousands of winter coats to those in need during the 31st annual NY Cares Winter Coat Drive. People can donate new or gently used coats through Dec. 31 at many dealerships across Queens, listed here: Bayside Volkswagen; Star Chrysler Dodge Jeep; Star Hyundai/Genesis of Bayside; Volvo Cars of Queens; City Cadillac Buick GMC; BMW of Bayside; Ford Lincoln of Queens; Helms Bros. Inc.; NorthStar Mitsubishi Kia; Koeppel Ford; Koeppel Mazda; Koeppel Nissan; Koeppel Subaru; Lexus of Queens; Paragon

Acura; Paragon Honda; Silver Star Motors; Queensboro Toyota; Queensboro Volkswagen; Star Chrysler Dodge Jeep; and Star Hyundai/Genesis of Bayside. Mark Schienberg, president of the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association, applauded the members’ efforts in a prepared statement and said, “Once again, this year, we will do everything possible to keep New York families warm as the winter cold moves in.” More information can be found online at gnyada.com/community/coat-drive and Q newyorkcares.org/coat-drive/map.

Last month, the MTA released the longawaited Rockaway Beach Branch reactivation study and the conclusions confirmed what we have known all along; it will benefit overall ridership and all Queens families. To put it plainly, restoring service on this right-of-way would cut commutes substantially between South Queens and Manhattan, improve mobility within our borough and promote economic growth for the borough and the entire city. The results of the study demonstrate that this project is not only possible, but completely necessary. Earlier this week we were informed that the Queens Chamber of Commerce strangely supports a proposal that would create a public park on the deactivated right-of-way and ignore the transit needs of the entire borough. While we appreciate the benefits of public space, we are completely opposed to a park proposal that ignores the needs of Queens residents and are outraged that the chamber would choose to support the creation of a park — with no transit options — over economic development. The few local residents and outside interest groups that are advocating for a park already enjoy significant access to public parkland, not to mention expansive transit options and commutes of 30 minutes or less to Midtown Manhattan. There is absolutely no reason why the residents of southern Queens and Rockaway shouldn’t be afforded that same opportunity. The utilization of this abandoned right-ofway would open opportunity for thousands of local businesses and would promote access to jobs for all of Queens — all of which the chamber should be promoting and facilitating, not publicly denouncing. Even more ironic, there was once a time when the Queens Chamber of Commerce was on the right side of this issue. In a 1971 New York Times article, the incoming chamber president actually proposed an

extension of transit service into Rockaway and went on to advocate for transportation in the borough, saying: “Over two million people live here but we can’t get the right time on transportation. Queens has always been treated as a stepchild but we’re not going to be treated as second class citizens any more.” It seems the chamber has lost its way. Our community has seen a major construction boom and resurgence post-Sandy. We’ve seen growth firsthand with the expansion of the hugely successful Resorts World Casino, the revitalization of JFK, the investment in Downtown Far Rockaway and Edgemere Commons, which will create over 5,000 units of housing. The renaissance of the Rockaway Peninsula has created a world-class destination for everyone to enjoy, and the overall growing population demonstrates that the restoration of this rail line is needed now more than ever. We both believe that southern Queens, Rockaway and the entire borough would be better served if this forgotten track once again fulfilled its original purpose as a much-needed transit option. We urge the Queens Chamber of Commerce to reconsider its misguided stance on the project. The time to improve transportation in our community is now and we will continue to move Q forward — all aboard! Stacey Pheffer Amato is New York State Assemblywoman for the 23rd District, in South Queens and the Rockaways, where Phil Goldfeder is the former Assemblyman.

Gun buyback on Dec. 21 The NYPD and the Queens District Attorney’s Office will host a gun buyback program from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, at the New Jerusalem Baptist Church at 122-05 Smith St. in South Jamaica. Those who qualify can receive a prepaid $200 gift card for functioning handguns and assault weapons and a $25 card for other rifles, shotguns and air guns. Participants can turn in as many firearms as they like but can only receive payment for up to three guns with a maximum payout of $600.

Any member of the public can participate, though active and retired law enforcement personnel and gun dealers are not eligible. Guns must be brought to the site in a paper or plastic bag or in a box. Firearms being transported by car must be carried in the trunk of the vehicle. All surrendered guns will be screened by a police officer. Once the weapon is determined to be operable, the cash cards will be issued. Further information may be obtained Q by calling 311.

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Unpopular dog leash bill withdrawn by Koz Office received dozens of complaints over proposed stricter enforcement by David Russell Associate Editor

Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz (D-Forest Hills) has dropped a bill that would have tightened up the leash law, a measure she introduced after a constituent was attacked by a dog in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. City parks have designated off-leash areas from the time the park opens until 9 a.m. and from 9 p.m. until the park closes. The attack came after 9 p.m. when dogs are permitted to be off leash and Koslowitz drafted the bill with that in mind, but she pulled it back after residents voiced opposition. “The office received a lot of calls from dog owners who said that this would really constrain them and their pets if the off-leash hours were taken away,” said spokesman Michael Cohen. Dozens of calls came in. “There were about 40 or 50,” Cohen said. “None in support of the bill.” He said Koslowitz is looking for other ways to protect the public from unleashed dogs in parks. One idea, which was part of the d ropped leg islat ion, would have increased the number of dog runs, large fenced-in areas in parks for dogs to exercise unleashed during park hours. Forest Hills resident Barbara Schanker, who walks her golden retriever in Juniper

Councilwoman Karen Koslowitz introduced a bill calling for stricter enforcement of dogs on leashes but withdrew the bill after opposition. Spokesman Michael Cohen said there were about PHOTO BY MICHAEL SHAIN 40 to 50 calls that came in. “None in support of the bill.” Valley Park every morning, learned about the proposed bill on Facebook and let Koslowitz’s office know her unhappiness. After nearly two weeks of trying to meet with the lawmaker, she was emailed back and told Koslowitz had withdrawn the bill from the City Council.

Schanker told the Chronicle that each time a dog of hers — she’s had four — has been attacked, it was at a dog run. “People tend to be more responsible when a dog is off leash because your dog has to be well-trained, otherwise they’re going to run into the street,” she said.

The dog owners holding a leash could be careless, according to Schanker, thinking, “Well the dog’s not going to run away so I don’t have to pay attention.” Schanker acknowledged, “There’s always going to be some people that are not responsible with their dogs and the dog may not be friendly.” She said dogs at Juniper Valley Park are well-behaved and it is a safe park. Schanker has seen three incidents in the 18 years she has been going there. Schanker’s first dog trainer said that “a tired dog is a very well-behaved dog” so it’s good to exercise with other dogs. The dog owner has made friends at the park as well, saying it’s part of her social life in addition to being good for the dog. “If you have a dog, it’s because you enjoy doing things with your dog,” Schanker said. “So this is just one more thing you’d be allowed to do.” Schanker said she goes to Juniper Valley Park instead of Forest Park, despite the latter being closer to home, because of lighting and safety. Forest Park saw more complaints made to 311 about unleased dogs by the end of May 2019 than in all of 2017 and 2018 combined. The 102nd Precinct told the Chronicle it Q would look to educate dog owners.

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Cementers seek 20 apprentices

That kooky Christmas house by the beach This year, Mike Giglio swears his small house in Hamilton Beach passed a longsought-after milestone. He kicked up the number of Christmas lights on it from 60,000 to 80,000. “That’s more than the Rockefeller Center tree,” said Giglio, who retired last summer from his job with the city’s Department of Environmental Protection and confessed he has a lot more time on his hands these days. He started more than 30 years ago overdoing holiday decorations on his homes — first in

Richmond Hill, then in Hamilton Beach. Between the 175 lighted and inflatable figures — everything from the Grinch and Frosty to Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus and the three wise men — and the hand-cut candy canes, signs and Santas, Giglio guesses he has spent as much as $30,000 on his display over the years. His electric bill for the month of December runs north of $400, he said. Giglio’s house is located at the top of a dead-end street, next door to the West Hamil-

ton Beach Volunteer Fire Co., on Rau Court at 104th Street. He used to get a lot more Christmas sightseers in Richmond Hill, he said, even though his display in Hamilton Beach has gotten bigger and more elaborate. “It’s kind of hard for people to find this place,” he said of the out-of-the-way neighborhood reachable only by a single bridge. “But I always told my daughters: ‘No way is Santa going to miss us from the sky,’” he said. — Michael Shain

The District Council 16 Cement and Concrete Workers Training and E ducat ion Fu nd w i l l conduct a recruitment for 20 skilled construction craft laborer apprentices from Jan. 6 through 17. Applications can be obtained from the DC 16 Training Center at 29-18 35 Ave. in Long Island City from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays during the recruitment period. Only 300 applications will be distributed, on a first-come, first-served basis. The recruitment will run for 10 business days or until 300 applications have been issued, whichever comes first. Applications must be received no later than Jan. 17. Applicants must be at least 18 years old; have at least a 10th-grade education; be able to read and understand course materials in classroom instruction; submit to a drug test; and be able to perform the work of the trade as determined by a physical agility test with various tasks such as lifting two pieces of lumber totaling 79 pounds, carrying them for 75 feet and placing them neatly on the ground. For further information, applicants should contact District Council 16 at Q (718) 392-6970.

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Councilman Bob Holden addresses Community Board 5 to discuss a bill that would require the Department of Transportation to mark the location of fire hydrants next to a street with an outPHOTO BY DAVID RUSSELL line and his visit to Creedmoor Psychiatric Center.

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Holiday cheer at NYFAC Then, on Sunday, big-hearted bikers helped raise money for the facility at the sixth annual NYFAC Toy Run, sponsored by the NYFAC Foundation. Rainy weather washed out the traditional motorcycle procession down Cross Bay Boulevard. But that didn’t stop the group from celebrating its fundraiser. — Michael Shain

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FDNY companies Engine 286 and Ladder 135 have said some delayed response times occur because they can’t find fire hydrants in Glendale and Ridgewood that are blocked by parked cars. So Councilmen Bob Holden (D-Middle Village) and Ben Kallos (D-Manhattan) sponsored Int. 1819, introduced last Tuesday, which would require the Department of Transportation to mark the location of each fire hydrant by painting a symbol in the middle of the street directly across from it. Of the bill’s necessity, Holden said, “That’s really sad,” during last Wednesday’s Community Board 5 meeting but he added that most nights in his district people are parked where they shouldn’t be. “This bill will make safety a priority,” he announced to the board. The bill was referred to the Council’s

Transportation Committee. Holden also told CB 5 he had visited Creedmoor Psychiatric Center, something he called an “eye-opener.” He decried how many empty buildings there were — but he has an idea on how to use them. “There are buildings that are sitting there that are wonderful buildings, at least 10 very, very large buildings, that are just sitting there rotting away,” Holden said, adding, “Millions of taxpayer dollars are being wasted yearly there.” Holden said homeless people could be given help with “nice facilities” there. He touted Creedmoor’s transitional residence, with its supportive services and counseling to people with mental illness, saying there’s “great work” going on. “Everyone gets their own room and they have a cafeteria and they have outside space,” the lawmaker said, adding, “You’re going to hear more about that from me.” Q

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A Christmas Toy Drive to remember It’s been 25 years and the generosity of our readers keeps growing by Michael Shain Editor

You did it again! The contributors to the Chronicle’s Annual Toy Drive donated more than 1,500 games, dolls, coloring books, stuffed animals, model trains, blocks, Legos, soccer balls, volley balls, airplanes, dinosaurs, trucks, story books, bats, tea sets, modelling clay, art kits, glitter, scrapbooks, jewelry kits, jump ropes, magic sets, scooters, toy soldiers, teething toys, gloves, hats and (phew!) scarves — including some coldweather wear crocheted by hand. If you donated, give yourself a round of applause and a pat on the back! We’ve been doing this toy drive for 25 years now and can’t remember another year like this. The corners and closets of our office in Glendale have been heaped with bags and boxes of toys waiting to be delivered to those in need. I n t he next week , you r donations will be distributed to kids who have to spend the holidays in one of five homeless shelters in Queens and the ch ild ren of ou r needy veterans. Thanks to the generosity of our readers, we have been able to expand our original list of recipients beyond that to include special schools and daycare centers that have asked us for help. In the final week of the drive, the donations came pouring in. Some have come from individual readers who simply showed up at the door of our newsroom, their arms filled with bags, asking where they could drop off the goodies. The lion’s share came to us through our network partners — stores, gyms, banks

and offices from all over Queens that set up donation boxes and dropped off the gifts to our office. A list of our contributors this year includes: • Vincent Ciccia of Flushing • Rosemary DiCristo of Maspeth • George Rauer of Middle Village • Louius Massari of Glendale • Rober t and Elaine Rubin of Kew Gardens • Cathy Chirichella of Glendale • Barbara Xavier of Astoris • Sandra Rodriguez of Rego Park • Carol Sym of Maspeth • Nancy Zirin of Howard Beach • Victor Sawchuck of Middle Village • 60 Sutton Place in Manhattan • Astoria Creatives of Astoria and • Linda Dobson of Middle Village. The drive is run in cooperation with the U.S. Marine Cor ps’ Toys for Tots campaign, one of the oldest and best-k now n Christmas charity programs in the country. But it would be impossible to have been as successful as the drive was without the help of our partners, who volunteered their time, resources and space to this effort. Among those we want to thank are Maspeth Federal Savings; Cross County Savings; Sterling Bank; TD Bank; St. Margaret’s School; the Moose Lodge; Abraham Kevin Spann & Sons Allstate; the Howard Beach Kiwanis Club; Kueber Realty; Astoria Bowl; Modell’s Sporting Goods; Verizon Wireless; Push Fitness Club; Bella Nova’s Pizza; Joe’s Restaurant; QED Astoria; Astoria Coffee; Reflexion Dance & Fitness; Lockwood Astoria; Bright Start Child Learning Center; Green Desk LIC; and Q Astoria Provisions.

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For heartwarming holiday stories you can’t beat, look no further than the Petco Foundation’s Holiday Wishes Grant Campaign. At petcofoundation.org/holiday-wishes, you’ll find great tales of the love between pets and their human companions, including two from Queens. Those two stories together won $30,000 in grants for Korean K9 Rescue, a Queens-based group that saved and adopted out the two dogs. The pooches whose owners’ stories were found so compelling by the Petco Foundation are Ernie, left and above with his owners, Sarah Marlowe and Ariel Arias, and Annie Oakley, top and right with her buddy Ralph, who is on the autism spectrum. “The first time I met Ernie, I picked him up and he kissed me

on the nose,” Marlowe wrote in her story about the dog she and Arias adopted in 2017. “From that moment I knew he was part of our family. We have laughed every single day since he came home with us. He is tiny but has such an adventurous spirit. He absolutely loves life and every moment with him is pure joy.” Especially endearing to Marlowe and Arias is the way they’ve gotten to know so many of their neighbors better through Ernie’s love of meeting people, which sparks conversation. Ralph’s mother, Lenore Koppelman, wrote that the dog they adopted this October is the family’s hero. “When Ralph is having an autistic meltdown, she rushes in to check on him and licks his face until he laughs,” Koppelman said. “When he

doesn’t want to leave his room because he would rather be coding on his computer all day, her need to be walked forces him out into the sunshine and over towards the park. When Ralph is struggling to understand how to connect with other children on the playground, Annie flops her tongue out of the side of her mouth and looks around a little bit cock-eyed, and kids come rushing over to meet her and squeal over how adorable she is.” Ernie and Annie Oakley and their respective families live in Astoria. Korean K9 Rescue, which is based there and is run by Gina Boehler of Middle Village, is online at koreank9rescue.org. The Petco Foundation awarded its holiday grants last week. — Peter C. Mastrosimone

Albany hits brakes on e-bike legislation Pols, immigrant advocates urge Gov. Cuomo to sign; safety concerns raised by Michael Gannon

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Two Queens legislators are at odds with Gov. Cuomo, if not yet at an impasse, on pending legislation that would legalize the use of electric bikes and scooters around New York State. Assemblywoman Nily Rozic (D-Fresh Meadows) and state Sen. Jessica Ramos (D-East Elmhurst) hosted a rally at Corona Plaza on Dec. 13 calling on Cuomo to sign a bill that would legalize electric scooters and a class of electric bicycles that often are the preferred mode of transportation for delivery workers, particularly those delivering food for restaurants. Battery-powered pedal-assist bikes, which gain speed only when a rider pedals, are legal, but the faster throttle-control bikes, like scooters, are not. Tickets for riding them can run hundreds of dollars and the NYPD has the authority to seize illegal bikes on sight. Ramos and Rozic were joined in Corona by advocates for immigrants, delivery riders and cyclists, among others. “New York is at the crux of a transportation revolution and we have an amazing opportunity to change the lives of thousands of people by legalizing e-bikes and e-scooters and giving them accessible, reliable and environmentally friendly transit alternatives,” Ramos said in a statement issued by her

office. “I’m hopeful that we will deliver justice to all of the delivery workers who look forward to this law as a means to perform their jobs safely and with peace of mind.” “While the city’s crackdown on delivery workers continues putting thousands of immigrant workers at risk, we still have an opportunity to deliver economic justice by signing this bill,” Rozic said. “From the criminalization of unregulated e-bikes to transit deserts that could benefit from improved connectivity, we are only one step away from introducing sustainable, micromobility options in New York.” In an email to the Chronicle, Caitlin Girouard, Cuomo’s press secretary, said there are concerns. “Since June, we have raised very significant safety and operational concerns as well as technical errors riddled throughout the legislation,” she said. Girouard also wrote that more than 900 bills passed both houses of the Legislature in the session that ended in June, and that more than 150 remain under review by the Counsel’s Office and the Division of the Budget. “It is our responsibility to ensure that the bills, as written, are responsible, enforceable and accomplish their intended purpose,” she concluded. Mayor de Blasio has supported the enforcement efforts but Ramos and Rozic said

Marco Conner, left, of Transportation Alternatives, Assemblywoman Nily Rozic and state Sen. Jessica Ramos last week called on Gov. Cuomo to sign a bill that would legalize electric bikes PHOTO COURTESY NYS SENATE favored by food-delivery workers and others. their backers include the New York League of Conservation Voters, the Queens Chamber of Commerce and the New York Conference of Mayors, among others. “New York City needs Gov. Cuomo to correct the wrongs committed by Mayor de Blasio by signing this bill,” said Marco Conner, deputy director of Transportation Alterna-

tives, in the legislators’ press release. “At the direction of the mayor, immigrant New Yorkers are ticketed in excess of $500 and have their livelihood confiscated, all for using vehicles which are environmentallyfriendly, reduce congestion, and are nearly as safe as traditional bicycles ... Gov. Cuomo can Q end this by signing the bill now.”

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Queensboro FC set to score in the boro Soccer club will be visible, founder says by Anthony O’Reilly Chronicle Contributor

David Villa’s life story is similar to many in Queens — he didn’t come from the richest neighborhood, and he never had the best resources at his disposal. His father was a miner, and a leg fracture at age 4 almost ended his soccer career before it even began. As his close friend Councilman Francisco Moya (D-Jackson Heights) put it, “This individual was never supposed to make it into the professional soccer world.” What Villa did have was unrivaled talent, and a desire to make it no matter what. That drive led him to become one of soccer’s best forwards and a World Cup and Union of European Football Associations Champions League champ. Now, he’s hoping to help thousands of Queens children get the leg up he never had. Villa is a lead investor in Queensboro FC, the United Soccer League side that will begin play in 2021. Jonathan Krane, CEO of asset management firm KraneShares and the football club’s ownership leader, said it was Villa who drew him to Queens. “He really just loves the area and I know he was very involved there when he was with New York City FC,” Krane told the Chronicle. “I know what a special place Queens is,” Villa said in a statement. “I love the cultures,

the food, the people and their passion for life and, of course, soccer. There is no other place like it in the world. It’s a dream to help build this football club in Queens and I couldn’t choose a better location.” Queensboro FC’s games will be primarily played at a new stadium at York College in Jamaica, with select matches at Citi Field. But the club will be seen all throughout the borough, Krane said, through clinics hosted all over Queens. “We’re really looking forward to getting involved at the grassroots level,” Krane said. About a month after announcing the club’s formation, Queensboro FC is keeping true to its word. It’s already met with a supporters’ group and participated in a turkey drive around Thanksgiving and a Christmas tree lighting in East Elmhurst. “We really want to be seen,” Krane said. The club’s roots, in many ways, can be traced back to 2015 when Villa joined NYCFC, which plays its home games at Yankee Stadium. Villa teamed up with Moya — a longtime supporter of the soccer star’s former club, FC Barcelona — to host soccer clinics throughout western Queens. “You couldn’t ask just for a better person,” Moya said of Villa. “He has a great affinity for helping young kids.” He also opened sports academies for chil-

Queensboro FC’s ownership leader, Jonathan Krane, left, and investor David Villa, a star on the pitch, PHOTOS COURTESY QUEENSBORO FC, LEFT, AND VIA ‘THE PLAYERS TRIBUNE’ are making the team a presence here. dren throughout the borough, including one in Astoria. Such academies aren’t new to Queens, but they now take on a new significance. Now, area youngsters can participate in them and dream of one day playing for their hometown club: Queensboro FC. “Some kid playing in Flushing Meadows Corona Park right now is going to be able to wear his borough’s crest one day,” Moya said. The United Soccer League is America’s

second-tier league — Major League Soccer, which NYCFC plays in, is the first. Krane said he’s not worried about getting the club to the MLS, and that he’s happy with the USL. “They’ve been great in getting us started and helping us with whatever we need,” he said. “We’re happy with them.” Besides, he added, he’s more concerned with integrating the club into Queens’ fabric. “We’re looking forward to being seen in Queens and Q becoming a part of the borough.”

Jamaica armory is getting an upgrade New defense budget includes $91M to modernize, expand 1933 building by Michael Gannon

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The U.S. Senate on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a $738 billion defense budget for fiscal year 2020 that includes $91 million for the expansion of and massive renovations to the Jamaica Readiness Center. The armory, built in 1933, houses two units of the New York Army National Guard; the 1st Battalion of the 258th Field Artillery and the 442nd Military Police Co. Both units were among those that responded in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in 2012. The House of Representatives passed the measure last week, and Reuters and other news agencies stated on Tuesday that President Trump is expected to sign it into law. The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 will authorize full funding for a 41,000-square-foot addition to the Jamaica Readiness Center and restoration of an existing 140,000-square-foot facility to support the center’s training, administrative and logistical needs. In a joint statement issued by the office of U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY), he, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Queens, Nassau) hailed the funding, calling the building’s present condition inadequate and outdated.

The New York National Guard Armory in Jamaica, built in 1933, is in line for a four-year $91 milPHOTO BY MICHAEL GANNON lion upgrade in the new defense budget. The funding will replace outdated mechanical systems, and eliminate current environmental and safety hazards. The construction includes upgrades to the armory’s gas, electric, sewer, water and communication utilities, in addition to a new roofing system and an emergency generator. New security

cameras will be installed to bolster security measures and controlled access. “The readiness of our nation’s military is built, in part, on adequate facilities that support troops,” Schumer said. “Soon the National Guard will have the funds needed to improve the long-term readiness and recruit-

ment capabilities of the Jamaica Armory here in Queens.” “I am pleased to see funding for the Jamaica Armory Readiness Center pass in the NDAA so it can make its way to the Army National Guard for construction,” Meeks said. “The readiness center, along with the repairs and improvements of the existing space, has been a much sought after upgrade for the National Guard, and will be instrumental in their continued operations here in my district.” “The Jamaica Armory is essential to our country’s national defense, the Army’s mission, and the New York community,” Gillibrand said. “I was proud to fight for this funding to be a part of the final NDAA and to help ensure the troops at Jamaica Armory have the resources they need to be prepared.” A spokeswoman for Schumer said the funds become available upon being signed into law. She said it then becomes the National Guard’s responsibility to award contracts and set construction time lines, though the original request for the funding proposed construction beginning in FY 2021 and taking four years to complete. The bill also includes funding to start the Space Force, which Trump was fighting to establish. It will function under the U.S. Air Q Force.

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Two branches still under renovation No planned work for R’wood; Maspeth improvements coming down the line by David Russell Associate Editor

Concern recently was raised that all four libraries in the mid-Queens area might be closed for renovations at the same time, but that won’t be the case, according to Queens Library spokeswoman Lisi de Bourbon. The Glendale branch at 78-60 73 Place has been closed since April 2018 in order to make the exterior and interior of the building more handicap-accessible and aesthetically pleasing. In May 2018, the library opened a temporary storefront within The Shops at Atlas Park, 10 blocks northeast of the library. There was a late 2019 date for Glendale work to be finished but the construction will continue into next year. “It is difficult at this point [to determine] when Glendale will re-open to the public,” de Bourbon said in an email. The Department of Design and Construction is awaiting an updated construction schedule from the contractor. The city’s Office of Management and Budget has yet to approve the QPL’s request to cover the cost of furniture and technology. Crystal Wolfe, president of the Friends of the Maspeth Library, told the Chronicle the Glendale branch was on track to open sometime from January to March, according to information she received at the Community Board 5 Committee on Libraries meeting.

The storefront location at the Atlas Park mall will close once the Glendale branch reopens. According to the library, the temporary location was used by 69,411 people and the space held more than 300 programs attended by more than 2,000 children from its opening through April 2019. The Middle Village branch at 72-31 Metropolitan Ave. is closed for the installation of a new heating and cooling system and is expected to reopen early next year. Councilman Bob Holden (D-Middle Village) dislikes the site where it’s located. “A lot of people don’t even know it’s there,” Holden said. A representative from the Friends of Ridgewood Library joked that the people from the cemetery go there. The Maspeth Library has several needs, which is why it won’t close right away. The branch needs a new roof but will be kept open until capital funding is allocated to pay for interior renovations and the installation of a new HVAC system. “Ideally, we would like all three projects to be done at the same time to minimize disruptions to our customers,” de Bourbon said. No repairs are scheduled for the Ridgewood branch though there have been complaints about a leaking roof. The Friends of Ridgewood Q Library could not be reached.

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Strikers suffer another holiday season Dec. 22 marks 1,000 days of their strike against Spectrum by Katherine Donlevy Associate Editor

“I used to love the holidays. Now I become the Grinch, I really do,” Tatianna Cabezas said from her mother’s living room couch with her therapy dog, Scooby, in her lap. “At this point I don’t go anywhere. I don’t want to celebrate anything.” Cabezas, along with 1,800 fellow Charter Communication strikers, is entering her third holiday season without the security of a job. Rather than celebrating the holidays, the strikers note a solemn anniversary — Dec. 22, the first night of Chanukah, marks 1,000 days on strike. “We’re fighting, and we continue to fight,” said Cabezas, who is a striking captain. “I hope I’m not fighting a pointless battle. I do hope it does boil down to our favor and we get what’s owed to us.” The strike began on March 28, 2017. The strikers, members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 3 union, refused to return to work after Charter Communications, also known as Spectrum, allegedly cut pension and healthcare obligations. Charter said the union wasn’t taking a great deal that included raises for most members, though IBEW Local 3 claimed most of the proposed raises ref lected the state minimum wage hike. Cabezas had worked as an installer and troubleshooter for Spectrum while living in Flushing, but has since moved back into her parents’ tiny Bronx apartment. “I lost my apartment ... I had to give up my car ... I was at one point living out of my car because I was too proud to come back to my parents’ house and admit my

failures,” Cabezas said. Cabezas said her decision to join the strike and “stand up for what’s right” has cost her more than material items — her ex-wife used the strike as motivation to divorce Cabezas, taking their two children with her. “I don’t get to see my kids because of my taking the decision of not going to work and being on strike and standing up for what’s right,” said Cabezas. Despite striking against Spectr um, Cabezas and her fellow strikers are still employees of the company. The union has helped its members f ind work since the strike began in 2017, but cannot guarantee the same wages they had previously been ear ning. Many strikers are forced to accept ent r y-level jobs despite their expertise — Cabezas said she makes less than half of what she had been making at Spectrum. Cabezas is in the process of claiming bankruptcy, a decision she hopes will ultimately aid her financial struggles, but is currently costing her extra expenses. The holiday season is a painful reminder of the strike’s consequences for Cabezas, which has prompted her to ignore the season altogether. “I just don’t go to fam ily events,” she said. “There’s nothing more embarrassing then showing up to places when you can’t afford to give gifts to anyone. “I actually did try to go last year with my parents and I saw everyone give out gifts, and I’m there, and everyone’s hugging their children and I didn’t get to hug my children. Everyone’s giving out the gifts and I didn’t get to buy gifts. I’m just taking up space inside a tradition of the family.”

Tatianna Cabezas, who has been on strike for nearly 1,000 days, lives in her parents’ apartment with her therapy dog, Scooby. She shows off her latest paycheck, totaling only $203.34 for two days of work, wages that are much PHOTOS BY KATHERINE DONLEVY, ABOVE, AND COURTESY IBEW LOCAL 3 lower than what she had been receiving at Spectrum. Cabezas suffers from insomnia, anxiety and depression as a result of the strike. She spent six months in Ecuador with family in attempts to relax and forget her financial troubles, but they were waiting for her upon her return. “I don’t get the support from [my family] anymore,” Cabezas said. “They tell me to go back and I’m just tired of people telling me to give up. I’m very prideful.” Spectrum announced on Dec. 11 that it was donating $5,000 to the Coalition for the Homeless as part of the Spectrum Employee Community Grants program. The funds will be used to provide services to 200 women to receive a “thorough and practical understanding of the job market and workplace.” “You put so many people outside of their homes, yet you’re trying to make yourself look good to the public,” said Cabezas on the telecom’s ironic donation. “Give

the people their jobs back.” Troy Walcott of College Point worked for Spectrum for 20 years before joining the strike, and considers himself one of the lucky ones because he doesn’t have a family and kids suffering from the repercussions of the job action. “My life was more affected because everything I built in the past that was geared toward preparing for the future was lost,” said Walcott. “Most of the things I had plans for, my retirement account ... I had to devolve and dip into my savings just to maintain ... My future got taken away.” Walcott was a survey technician, but now drives for Uber and is a leader of the strike. Walcott founded the New York City Communications Campaign to “Unplug Spectr um.” The cable system worker cooperative is made up of former Spectrum strikers advocating for cable to become a munici-

pal service. It would remove Spectrum and hire the strikers in its place, “the workers who built the city for 40 years.” When asked whether they have s y mpat hy for t hei r st r i k i ng employees, a Spectrum spokesperson said, “Spectrum’s diverse and skilled technicians have been delivering great service to more than 1 million New York City customers. We are committed to providing ou r 11,000 New York employees with highly competitive wages, excellent health-care and retirement benefits and training and career growth opportunities.” The strikers plan to hold a rally at City Hall for their Unplug Spectrum plan the day after their solemn 1,000 days on strike mark. “I give [the strikers] all the props in the world,” said Cabezas. “Pain and suffering doesn’t come close to what all of us have been Q going through.”

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 3 union members have been on strike for nearly three years, advocating for better wages and proper healthcare benefits. The holiday season is especially hard on the strikers, who often can’t afford the luxury of giving gifts to loved ones.

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Open space, resiliency at shoreline workshop Experts talk recreation opportunities, protecting LIC from storms and the sea by Michael Gannon Editor

The ongoing discussion about just how best to redevelop part of the Long Island City waterfront focused Monday night on open space, and the best ways to protect the 28-acre area from the ocean during future storms. And with Plaxall, a longtime manufacturing presence and major landowner joining the city, TF Cornerstone, Simon Baron Development, L&L MAG and about 100 residents at a workshop at Hunters Point Middle school, all the guests were finally at the party. The evening began with brief presentations from Dana Getman of Shop Architects and Gena Wirth of Scape, a landscape architect, on the potential for creating more open spaces and reusing those already in place; and to connect the refurbished water f ront to su r rou nding neighborhoods. “What are the gaps?” Wirth asked. An analysis of the area found a lack of eateries, community gardens, f lexible plaza and lawn space and places, picnic areas and places where one could just sit and relax. Jason Loiselle of Sherwood Design Engineers gave an overview of how the area historically has been affected by tides and storm surges; its capacity to handle stormwater; and how rethinking everything from waterfront bulkheads to the placement and height of green space and streets could protect the neighborhoods and even reduce water pollution to the north in Bowery Bay. Loiselle said the existing bulkheads run from over 10 feet in height down to 5 feet, depending on location. He said done properly a new barrier could protect “40 acres that sit behind it.” He also said proper planning from the waterfront on back could help the area manage even a 25-year-storm with 9-foot tidal surges. But he also said proper rainwater man-

Residents discuss their preferences for how the Anable Basin section of the Long Island City waterfront could offer the most useful open space, while protecting the coastline and inland PHOTO BY MICHAEL GANNON from nature’s worst. agement could remove up to 17 million gallons a year of combined sewage overf low into Bowery Bay from the present 109 million if they could divert 17 acres’ worth of rainwater from discharging into the combined sewer and storm sewer line that runs just to the east of the project area, He also said that “no-build” options being discussed by opponents of the rebuild keep that 17 million gallons flowing when the area gets as little as 4 inches of rain, which he said occurs about 30 times a year in the area. He said it also leaves the area unprotected from storm surges. The roughly 100 attendees subsequently broke off into groups to examine maps of the area crafted to take their ideas for types and locations of open space, recreation areas and other facilities; and their preferences for holding back the ocean in future storms. They then presented their findings to the room. Richard Khuzami, president of the Old

Astoria Neighborhood Association, said he, for one, prefers a layered coastline where waves get broken up at the waterline with natural and manmade barriers to stop or diffuse storm surges inland. “Bulkheads don’t tend to hold up so well,” he said. Luke O’Brien of HarborLAB, which promotes canoeing for recreational and environmental benefits, believes the redevelopment should foster recreational boating. While several people discussed the benefits of more shaded gathering areas — “We don’t want to repeat the Court Square mistake of one tree for every 2,000 people,” LIC resident Peter Johnson said — one attendee said covered pavilions also should be considered, particularly given their utility when it rains. “Pavilions offer a lot of flexible space,” he said.” A handful of speakers said they still

would like to hear more from the developers on what they are considering. “Are you going to have 60-, 70-, 80-story buildings?” Johnson asked the developers’ representatives in the back of the room. “We’re being asked to plan something, but we don’t know how big this will be or how many people [would be coming].” One presenter expressed a similar concern. “It’s like we’re building a house — we don’t know how big it is going to be but we’re trying to choose between blue tiles and green tiles,” she said. The workshop was moderated by Gail Mellow, the former president of LaGuardia Community College. The Rev. Mitchell Taylor, who co-moderated last month’s workshop on jobs and economic opportunities, was unable to attend. Mellow, speaking at the start of the meeting in the school’s fifth floor cafeteria, said that wasn’t going to be the purpose of the meeting. “You won’t be seeing definitive plans,” M e l l o w s a i d . “ Yo u’ l l b e s e e i n g parameters.” Your LIC is a consortium that was set up at the behest of the City Council after Amazon pulled out of an agreement to set up its second corporate headquarters in Long Island City. L&L Mag, Simon Baron and TF Cornerstone own or control a good deal of the property involved. TF Cornerstone controls two parcels of city-owned land based on agreements reached prior to the Amazon deal. Plaxall, the biggest landowner in the area, joined the consortium two weeks ago. Two more public workshops are being plan ned. One will cover com munit y resources such as schools, recreation and culture, which Mellow said is likely to be in January or February. Another will involve discussion of housing, transit and infrastructure. All who are interested can find more information or leave their comments and Q suggestions at yourlic.nyc.

Our Lady of Layout retiring this week by Michael Shain Editor

Terry Nusspickel, editorial production manager of the Chronicle, is retiring. After a 25-year career with the newspaper, she is stepping down today, Dec. 19. Terry started at the Chronicle as a part-time typesetter — journalism’s version of a typist — not long after her two children, Melissa and Tommy, were old enough to enter middle school. Largely self-taught, she mastered the maddening art of layout and print production in short order. Later, the responsibility for getting the paper up on the web every week fell to her. “I think I’ve done everything here from soup to nuts,”

Terry said. “It has been a wonderful learning experience for me. I will miss it,” said Terry. “I loved my job and the people I worked with.” Born in Flushing, she lived first in Ozone Park and then Howard Beach after getting married and raising a family. She plans to move to Williamsburg, Va. sometime this spring, following the birth of her third grandchild. “I wish Terry all the best in her retirement,” Chronicle Publisher Mark Wiedler said. “Everyone at the Chronicle will miss her dedication to the newspaper. “Up to the last day, Terry continued to make sure everything is perfect in what she takes care of. “I hope she loves living in Virginia and comes back to Q see us when visiting her three grandchildren.”

Terry Nusspickel of Howard Beach is retiring as production manager of the Chronicle after 25 years. PHOTO BY MICHAEL SHAIN

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TMLA’s Jamie Gross, left, Fiona Maloney, Jeanne Brostek Altenau, Assistant Principal Jean Mauro, Principal Ann O’Hagan-Cordes, Joseph Brostek, Carol Benedetto Brostek, Emma Gilvary PHOTO BY RITA PIRO and Julia Wyman show off the pens donated by the elder Brostek.

Gift to TMLA warns internet is forever ‘If you post, you may be toast!’ The Mary Louis Academy in Jamaica Estates recently received a very unusual donation from the father of two of the school’s alumnae. Joseph Brostek donated 1,000 specially imprinted pens in recognition of the school’s outstanding efforts to educate its students about the internet and the hazards of social media. “Hardly a day goes by that we don’t hear about someone being damaged by something they posted on social media,” said Brostek in a letter accompanying the gift. “We hear about politicians who are forced to resign or not re-run for office. People who lose their jobs. Celebrities who are greatly embarrassed. A recent All-Star baseball player had to give a public apology for something he posted as a teenager. “And there is what I call the ‘quiet damage’ that we may not hear about. Job applicants who are turned down because of their social media history. Applicants who may be rejected by colleges for the same reason. Many organizations have assigned staffers to do social media screening. Sadly, many people do not realize that what they post is out there in cyberspace forever. A careless or simply foolish comment can become a serious obstacle down the road.”

Brostek, vice president of the BroadwayFlushing Homeowners Association, historian of St. Andrew Avellino RC Parish and a trustee of the Queens Historical Society, congratulated TMLA for being one of the first in the New York area to focus on social media responsibilities. The school conducts weekly programs to guide students in making responsible decisions concerning the internet. The counseling department invites guest speakers from the media, education and NYPD to provide information and lead discussions at sessions to increase the program’s effectiveness. “As the proud father of two TMLA graduates I am very pleased to provide the students with a gift of special pens, which include the message: ‘It is always wise to pause and think before speaking, posting or hitting send,’” said Brostek. “I sincerely hope the students will heed this message and perhaps share it with their siblings and friends.” Brostek retired from his alma mater Queens College in 2010 after directing commencement and other college events for 22 years. When meeting with students he frequently addressed the potential pitfalls of social media with the admonition, “If you post, you may be toast!” Q

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High school unveils high-tech bio lab NewYork-Presbyterian, St. Francis Prep celebrate with ribbon cutting by Katherine Donlevy Associate Editor

After generous donations from NewYorkPresbyterian/Queens and the school’s alumni, St. Francis Preparatory School built a new state-of-the-art anatomy and biology lab this summer, and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Dec. 13. The upgraded lab lies below a Hippocrates quote: “Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.” The room is filled with new desks and equipment, and includes an “operating room,” with an anatomage table. The anatomy visualization system allows students to perform virtual surgery on human and animal cadavers, as well as use clinical diagnostic tools. “To have a high school student have access to a piece of technology like this is unheard of,” said Principal Patrick McLaughlin, who graduated from the school in 1973. “It’s a game changer ... We want them to be the best they can be at the end of the day.” St. Francis Prep entered into a partnership with NYPQ in 2018 that encouraged students to volunteer within the hospital to gain exposure to the potentials of a career in healthcare. The relationship continued to develop until NYPQ donated $100,00 to aid St. Francis Prep in developing a laboratory that would encourage students to explore

St. Francis Preparatory School principal Patrick McLaughlin, a 1973 graduate of the school, wields a giant pair of scissors to cut the ribbon on the school’s new biology laboratory, made PHOTO BY KATHERINE DONLEVY possible by NewYork-Presbyterian Queens donations. those possibilities within the confines of their own classroom. “In order to really create a spark in a student’s mind, what they’re going to do in heathcare or science, they need something like this to kind of pull them in,” said NYPQ’s Chief Operating Officer Robert Blenderman, a 1997 graduate of St. Francis Prep. “To the students — push and explore. I think this is a really great venue to really

start to understand: ‘Is this something that I’m going to be passionate about, is this something that I can be driven to do every single day of my life as a career?’ ... Take advantage of this.” Jessica Doherty, a junior of the high school, said she had little interest in the science world until she started taking classes at St. Francis Prep, and now hopes for a career in the medical field.

“The table that we’ve gotten has been such an amazing opportunity for us to learn and I’ve just been so thrilled that I’ve gotten the opportunity to use it,” Jessica said. The Catholic institution’s chaplain, the Rev. Ralph Edel, invited the school community and its guests to join in prayer as he blessed the lab before the ribbon was cut. “So many people believe for some reason ... faith and science, there’s some sort of conflict there. That’s not true,” said Edel. “It’s amazing that in this Catholic institution we can marry those two things as beautifully as we do time after time after time.” McLaughlin was joined by Blenderman, Jessica, Edel, St. Francis President Brother Leonard Conway, Science Depar tment Chairperson Kimberly Istrico and NYPQ President Jaclyn Mucaria to ceremoniously cut the lab’s ribbon. “This is nice, this is beautiful, this is great technology, but what happens in the classroom is the most important thing,” reminded McLaughlin. “What every one of these science teachers does in the classroom is the thing that matters. We could have an old dilapidated lab, and with the teachers we have we would still produce the outstanding students that we have here today. Thank God we don’t have to teach in a Q dilapidated lab!”

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“It stayed here while the city grew around us,” said Executive Director Jen nifer Weprin. “Think about the growth of what has happened to New York, to our economies, to our families over that time, and yet this land was still continuously farmed. It’s an incredible story.” Feeding hungry New Yorkers is one of the farm’s core missions, and it donated nearly 400 pounds of fresh food to hungry New Yorkers within the past year. It also formed a partnership with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center to bring fresh produce to its service area, which has traditionally experienced limited fresh food access. Additionally, the farm is now running a December food drive to benefit the Queens College Food Pantry. “We’re going to farm on that land, and be able to grow new produce that we don’t already grow on-site,” said Weprin. “It expands our capacity, our goal to serve communities in need ... we now have the bandwidth and will continue to develop that to serve New Yorkers in a meaningful way.” The farm acts as both a cultural and educational resource, serving nearly 400,000 visitors a year, 100,000 of whom are students. It already has set its sights on its next project — the construction of an education center complete with a teaching kitchen. According to Weprin, the farm has raised about half the funds necessary for the project, and is working with city officials to raise the rest. “It will tie in directly to all that we do here,” said Weprin. “Especially our younger student visitors who can come here, even the little ones, get so attached to this site and it Q grows forward.”

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“Theater of Operations: The Gulf Wars 19912011,” with more than 300 works in various media by 80 artists, many based in Iraq or its diasporas, on the 1991 Persian Gulf War, the sanctions that followed and the 2003 Iraq War. Through March 1, MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Ave., Long Island City. Free with admission: $10; $5 students; free kids under 17. Info: (718) 784-2084, momaps1.org.

Hello Panda Festival, a cultural extravaganza with more than 120 lantern exhibits, 60 food vendors, live performances, art, crafts, games, heated tents and more. Daily through Sun., Jan. 26, 5-10 p.m., Citi Field parking lot, 41 Seaver Way, Flushing Meadows Corona Park. $25-$28; $22-$25 kids, seniors, military; free kids under 4; $80-$90 family; $90 season pass. Info: (718) 886-8158, hellopandafest.com.

“Marbles in the Valley,” with abstract prints and otherwordly photos portraying nostalgic landscapes reminiscent of the native countries of Queens’ diverse communities, by Corona native Nancy Paredes. Through Sun., Dec. 22, Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing. Free with admission: Info: (718) 886-3800, queensbotanical.org. “Sculpture & Textiles by Linda Rettich,” with sculptural scenes made of tiny beads, figures, textiles, culinary delights and more. Through Sun., Dec. 22, Voelker Orth Museum, 149-19 38 Ave., Flushing. $2 suggested. Info: (718) 359-6227, vomuseum.org. “GingerBread Lane 2019,” the new edition of the world’s largest gingerbread village, with every single element edible, created by Queens chef Jon Lovitch; with make-your-own workshops on select days. Through Sun., Jan. 12, New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111 St., Corona. Free with admission: $20; $15 seniors, kids, students with ID (workshops extra). Info: (718) 699-0005, nysci.org. Artist Co-op 2019, with paintings, sculptures, mixed media works and more by 12 emerging and mid-career Queens and NYC artists. Through Sat., Jan. 25, Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, 16104 Jamaica Ave. Free (donations welcome). Info: (718) 658-7400, jcal.org.

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Vaude / A Toast to the Boogie, with tap dancer and musician Omar Edwards and his band performing jazz, reggae and more. Fri., Dec. 20, 7:30-10 p.m. (preshow dance workshop with Edwards 4-5:15 p.m.), Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Ave. $18; $12 seniors, kids; $15 each groups of 10 or more. Info: (718) 658-7400, jcal.org.

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“A Charlie Brown Christmas” returns to The Secret Theatre this week, with all the favorites like that spindly tree and the song “Christmas Time is Here,” though with a different cast than seen here in a past production of the show. See Theatre. PHOTO BY REIKO YANAGI Singer-Songwriter Sabina Khan, with the indie singer-songwriter and Queens native performing originals and covers, joined by guest artist Ray Hodge. Sat., Dec. 21, 4-5:30 p.m., QED, 27-16 23 Ave., Astoria. $10. Info: (347) 451-3873, qedastoria.com.

THEATRE “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” a family-friendly musical based on the beloved 1965 animated special about the holiday’s true spirit, featuring “Christmas Time is Here,” jazz and new numbers. Thu.-Sun., Dec. 19-22; Mon., Dec. 23; Fri.-Sun., Dec. 27-29; Thu.-Sat. Jan. 2-4, 7 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., Dec. 21-22 and 28-29; Sat., Jan. 4, 3 p.m., The Secret Theatre, 44-02 23 St., Long Island City. $22; $25 at door; kids under 17 $12.50; $15 at door. Info: (718) 392-0722, secrettheatre.com. “Miss Molly,” a 1918 comedy by Elizabeth Bale about mistaken identities in the home of a “crabbed old misogynist,” by the Woodside Players of Queens. Sat., Dec. 21, 2 p.m., Forest Hills Library, 108-19 71 Ave. Free. Info: (631) 898-4205, (718) 268-7934.

COMEDY Oratorio Society of Queens Holiday Concert, with excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah,” Christmas carols and Chanukah songs, led by Maestro David Close, left, and featuring guest artist and cantor Jerry Korobow, soprano Jennifer Gliere, tenor John Easterlin and bass Nathan Bahny. Sun., Dec. 22, 4 p.m., St. Kevin RC Church, 45-21 194 St., Flushing. $40; $35 seniors, students; $10 kids under 13 with adult. Info: (718) 279-3006, queensoratorio.org. COURTESY PHOTOS

“The Muppet Christmas Carol” Live Reading and Sing-Along, with multiple comedians performing the 1992 musical fantasy comedy-drama film based on Dickens’ tale, with sing-alongs, dances and more; with all proceeds benefiting the Coalition for the Homeless. Fri., Dec. 20, 8 p.m., The Creek and The Cave, 10-93 Jackson Ave., Long Island City. $10. Info: (718) 706-8783, creeklic.com/calendar. Movies R Dumb Presents “The Star Wars Holiday Special,” with the universally panned 1978 TV special playing while Frank Conniff of “Mystery Sci-

Sunday Family Workshop: Winter Scene, with projects creating a swirl of snowy winter skies, storytelling and more, geared toward kids 5 and up and their families, on a drop-in basis. Sun., Dec. 22, 1:30-4:30 p.m., Queens Museum, Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Free with admission: $8 suggested; $4 seniors; free students, kids. Info: (718) 592-9700, queensmuseum.org.

ence Theater 3000” and three other comics riff on it. Fri., Dec. 20, 11 p.m.-12:30 a.m., QED, 27-16 23 Ave., Astoria. $10. Info: (347) 451-3873, qedastoria.com.

FILM “Chinese Portrait,” the 2018 personal snapshot of contemporary China’s diversity, showcasing tableaus of people and environments. Through Sun., Dec. 22, various dates and times, Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave., Astoria. $20; $15 seniors, students; includes museum admission. Info: (718) 777-6888, movingimage.us. “Apollo 11: First Steps Edition,” an exclusive version of the 2019 documentary about the mission that landed men on the moon for the first time 50 years ago, with never-before-seen footage. Daily through Tue., Jan. 21, 3 p.m., New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111 St., Corona. $6; $5 kids, students, seniors, plus admission: $16; $13 seniors, kids, students with ID. Info: (718) 699-0005, nysci.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS Adriance Farmhouse Holiday Open House, with tours of the 18 t h - c e n t u r y home, warm fireplaces, kids’ crafts, mulled cider, barnyard animals to meet and more. Fri.Sat., Dec. 26-28, 12-4 p.m., Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Floral Park. Free; donation of nonperishable food encouraged. Info: (718) 347-3276, queensfarm.org. FILE PHOTO

“The Nutcracker,” Tchaikovsky’s beloved ballet about a little girl’s journey through a fantasy world of fairies, princes, toy soldiers and an army of mice, based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s story, by Ballet for Young Audiences. Sat., Dec. 21, 2-3 p.m., Jamaica Performing Arts Center, 153-10 Jamaica Ave. $5. Info: (718) 658-7400, jcal.org, jamaicapac.org. COURTESY PHOTO

“Pokémon Detective Pikachu,” the 2019 urban mystery fantasy film about a teen teaming up with a Pikachu to investigate his father’s disappearance; accompanied by drop-in media-making. Sat., Dec. 21, 11 a.m.; Sun.-Mon., Dec. 22-23; Thu.-Wed., Dec. 26-Jan. 1, 12 p.m., Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave., Astoria. $15; $11 seniors, students; $9 kids 3-17; includes museum admission. Info: (718) 777-6888, movingimage.us.

LECTURES/TALKS Book talk: “The Magnificent Bridges of New York City,” with photographer Dave Frieder, “The Bridge Man,” who climbs atop them for his shots, talking about his book that was more than 20 years in the making. Thu., Dec. 19, 6:30 p.m., Roosevelt Island Library, 524 Main St. Free. Info: (212) 6884836, (917) 744-3721, rihs.us. continued on page 38

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Christmastime is the season of giving, and what better gift is there to give than food? With these recipes, you can make it look like you spent more time in the kitchen than you did wrapping presents, but in reality these festive delicacies to delight friends and family take very little time. Pavlova (Serves 8-10) Ingredients: • 4 large egg whites • 1 cup of fine sugar • 1 tsp. vanilla extract • ½ tsp. cream of tartar • 1 tsp. cornstarch Instructions: Preheat an oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using an electric mixer, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form, about five minutes, then add sugar in two installments, beating for 30 seconds at a time, then continue beating until glossy stiff peaks form, about two minutes. Add

Pavlova and beef Wellington are two fine dishes to make during the holiday season. vanilla and beat for one more minute. Use a rubber spatula to fold in cream of tartar and cornstarch. Spread the mixture into an 8-9 inch circle, and make decorative peaks with the back of a spoon if desired. Make sure there’s a circle in the center. Place into the oven, and as soon as you close the door reduce the heat to 200.

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Bake until the mixture is dry, about 90 minutes. Turn the oven off, but leave the pavlova in the oven to cool to prevent cracking. Once cool, top with whipped cream and other toppings such as lemon curd, berries, chocolate chips and more. If you’re up for a challenge, try to design the pavlova so it looks like a Christmas wreath. Enjoy!

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CLASSES/WORKSHOPS Introduction to Midrash, each Mon., 10-11 a.m., through end of Jan.; Jewish Medical Ethics, each Wed., 10-11 a.m., through end of Jan.; Introduction to Judaism, each Thu., 7-8 p.m., through May 21; all taught by Rabbi Daniel Wolpe, Flushing-Fresh Meadows Jewish Center, 193-10 Peck Ave. Free. Info: (718) 357-5100. Life drawing, with a live nude model, free drinks, music, no judgments, no skeptical eyes. Each Thu., 6:30 p.m., The Plaxall Gallery, 5-25 46 Ave., Long Island City. $10. Info: (347) 848-0030, licartists.org. Kew Gardens Road. Free. Info: (718) 268-5960.

CLUBS Alley Eco-Club — a Citizen Science Club for Adults, a new group with participants making and recording their observations about the natural world and discussing them at meetings. Sun., Dec. 22 (and each 2nd and 4th Sun. of the month), 10 a.m., Alley Pond Environmental Center, 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. Free. Info: (718) 229-4000, alleypond.com, tom0153@ hotmail.com. Scrabble Club, with participants bringing their own Scrabble sets to play the popular word game. Each Fri., 10:15 a.m.-12 p.m., Glen Oaks Library, 256-04 Union Tpke. Free. Info: (718) 831-8636, queenslibrary.org. Knit & Crochet Club, with participants meeting up to share techniques and patterns and bringing their own supplies. Each Fri., 10:30 a.m., Howard Beach Library, 92-06 156 Ave. Free. Info: (718) 641-7086, queenslibrary.org.

SOCIAL EVENTS Israeli folk dancing, with instruction for beginners, in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Each Mon., 7:30 p.m. (beginners’ instruction); 8:3010 p.m. (intermediate dances), Hillcrest Jewish Center, 183-02 Union Tpke, Fresh Meadows. $10. Info: (718) 380-4145, hillcrestjc.org.

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Howard Beach Senior Center, with exercise classes every weekday except Thu., varying times; dances with a DJ and hot lunch every Tue., 12-3 p.m.; art classes every Thu., 9:3011:30 a.m., 12:30-2:30 p.m.; intro to sign language every Fri., 10-11:30 a.m.; karaoke every Wed., 1-3 p.m.; monthly book club; and more, 155-55 Crossbay Blvd. Info: (718) 738-8100. SNAP of Eastern Queens Innovative Senior Center for adults 60+, 80-45 Winchester Blvd., Queens Village. Classes — Exercise every Mon.: advanced, 11 a.m.; beginners, 1 p.m. Every Tue.: magic and ABC computer class, 10 a.m. Every Wed.: armchair yoga, 9 a.m.; Zumba gold, 10 a.m. Every Thu.: creative writing, 11 a.m.; painting, 1 p.m. Every Fri.: fall prevention, 10 a.m.; women’s discussion group, 11 a.m. Info: (718) 454-2100. 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. Della Monica-Steinway Senior Center. Serving adults 60 and over. 23-56 Broadway, Astoria. Exercise classes daily, 10 a.m. Social dancing every Mon. and Thu., 1 p.m. Daily lunch served 11:45 a.m. Info: (718) 626-1500.

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Notice is hereby given that a Liquor License, serial number 1323720, for beer and wine has been applied for by the undersigned to permit the sale of beer and wine, at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at LINDA AZOGUENITA BAKERY RESTAURANT INC located at 51-01 108th St., Corona, NY 11368 for on-premises consumption. LINDA AZOGUENITA BAKERY RESTAURANT INC

NOTICE is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 11-01-19, bearing Index Number NC-000976-19/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me (us) the right to: Assume the name of (First) ABIGAIL (Middle) LOUISE (Last) TATUM. My present name is (First) HELMUTH (Middle) NICKOLAS (Last) TATUM FKA ABIGAIL LOUISE TATUM. The city and state of my present address are College Point, NY. My place of birth is HENRICO COUNTY, VIRGINIA. The month and year of my birth are November 1997.

NOTICE is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 08-20-19, bearing Index Number NC-000471-19/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me (us) the right to: Assume the name of (First) MAHIR (Middle) HASAN (Last) ADNAN. My present name is (First) MD (Middle) ADNAN (Last) MAHIR KASAB AKA MD A MAHIR AKA MD ADNAN MAHIR KASAB (infant). The city and state of my present address are Jackson Heights, NY. My place of birth is DHAKA, BANGLADESH. The month and year of my birth are September 2009.

NOTICE is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 10-02-19, bearing Index Number NC-000856-19/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me (us) the right to: Assume the name of (First) ALLISON (Middle) ELIZABETH (Last) ALBORNOZ-MENDOZA. My present name is (First) ALLISON (Middle) ELIZABETH (Last) ALBORNOZ. The city and state of my present address are Elmhurst, NY. My place of birth is MANHATTAN, NEW YORK. The month and year of my birth are February 2001.

NOTICE is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 10-31-19, bearing Index Number NC-000953-19/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me (us) the right to: Assume the name of (First) SHUE (Last) WANG. My present name is (First) CATHERINE (Last) WANG FKA SHUE WANG. The city and state of my present address are College Point, NY. My place of birth is CHINA. The month and year of my birth are December 1956.

STATE OF NEW YORK, SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SCHENECTADY, SUMMONS WITH NOTICE Index No.: MAT2019-191, Filed 05/28/2019, 9:02:54 AM, County Clerk Cara M. Ackerley, Schenectady County, NY, Inst Num: 201923143, Naromattie Ganpat, Plaintiff, -against- Rajesh Sukhram, Defendant. ACTION TO ANNUL A MARRIAGE AND/OR ACTION FOR DIVORCE, To the Above Named Defendant: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED TO RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS and to the requests for relief made by the Plaintiff by serving a written Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorney, at the address stated below. If this Summons with Notice was served upon you within the State of New York by personal delivery, you must respond WITHIN 20 DAYS after service, exclusive of the day of service. If this Summons with Notice was not personally delivered to you within the State of New York you must respond WITHIN 30 DAYS after service is complete in accordance with the requirements of the Civil Practice Law and Rules. NOTICE: The objective of this action is to obtain a Judgment annulling the marriage between the parties upon the ground of fraud in the inducement and/or to obtain a Judgment of Divorce upon the ground that the relationship between Plaintiff and Defendant has broken down irretrievably for a period of at least six months, pursuant to Domestic Relations Law Section § 170(7). THE RELIEF SOUGHT BY THE PLAINTIFF IN THIS ACTION IS AN ANNULMENT OF THE MARRIAGE AND/OR A JUDGMENT DIVORCING THE PARTIES AND DISSOLVING THE MARITAL RELATIONSHIP, WHICH HAS HERETOFORE EXISTED. PLAINTIFF ALSO REQUESTS THAT SUCH JUDGMENT GRANT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OF ADDITIONAL AND ANCILLARY RELIEF: Granting either party the right to resume the use of any prior surname or maiden name; and Awarding Plaintiff such other and further relief as to the court may seem just and proper, together with the costs and disbursements of this action. There are no known assets subject to equitable distribution. Pursuant to Domestic Relations Law § 255, effective October 9, 2009, notice is hereby given that once the judgment of divorce is signed, a party hereto may or may not be eligible to be covered under the other party’s health insurance plan, depending on the terms of the plan. IN THE EVENT THAT YOU FAIL TO APPEAR OR ANSWER, JUDGMENT WILL BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU, by default, for the relief demanded in this Summons with Notice. The relief sought is an annulment of the marriage and/or a judgment of absolute divorce in favor of the Plaintiff dissolving the marriage between the parties in thls action. AND any other relief the court deems fit and proper. Dated Schenectady, New York, May 16, 2019, [signed] Wayne P. Smith, Attorney for Plaintiff, 157 Barrett Street, Schenectady, New York 12305, (518) 393-1371.

Notice is hereby given that a Liquor License, serial number 1323762, for beer, wine, and liquor has been applied for by the undersigned to permit the sale of beer, wine, and liquor at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at Cantina Sports Bar Corporation located at 3764 103rd St., Corona, NY 11368 on-premises consumption. Cantina Sports Bar Corporation

1111 CYPRESS AVE LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 11/12/2019. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 1111 Cypress Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

Notice of Formation of 33RD STREET LIC, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 06/27/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: GEORGE XU, 35-06 LEAVITT STREET, SUITE CF-A, FLUSHING, NY 11354. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of A M & Z Car Service LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/31/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: A M & Z CAR SERVICE LLC, 8824 189TH STREET, HOLLIS, NY 11423. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice is hereby given that a license, Serial #1319877, for beer and wine has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer and wine at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 39-07 Prince Street, Units 1H and MH, Flushing NY 11354 for on-premises consumption. The company’s name is Juyang Prince Holding Corp.

116-07 REALTY LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/15/09. Latest date to dissolve: 12/31/2109. 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, 116-07 Metropolitan Avenue, Kew Gardens, NY 11418. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of 450930 Astoria Management LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/29/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: IBRAHIM FODA, 45-09 30 AVE, ASTORIA, NY 11103. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of Aviva Bauer Counseling LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/22/19. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 48-15 11th St, Apt 8D, Long Island City, NY 11101. Purpose: any lawful activity.

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Legal Notices Notice of Formation of SCOOP NYC, LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/22/19. Office location: Queens County. Princ. office of LLC: 58-82 57th Dr., Maspeth, NY 11378. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at the addr. of its princ. office. Purpose: Any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of TEAM FRESH NYC LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/27/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: TEAM FRESH NYC LLC, 8911 153RD ST., APT 2G, JAMAICA, NY 11432. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. Notice of Formation of Terom & Sons LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/18/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: SEETA ROMONA LATCHMAN, 9419 96TH ST, OZONE PARK, NY 11416. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

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C M SQ page 44 Y K SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE Index No. 709804/2019 Date Filed: 12/4/2019 Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff, -againstGeraldine Bennett a/k/a Geraldine A. Bennett, if she be living or if she be dead, her spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; City of New York Environmental Control Board; City of New York Parking Violations Bureau; City of New York Transit Adjudication Bureau; State of New York; and “JOHN DOE”, said name being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of premises being foreclosed herein, and any parties, corporations or entities, if any, having or claiming an interest or lien upon the mortgaged premises, Defendants. PROPERTY ADDRESS: 211-24 93rd Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or a notice of appearance on the attorneys for the Plaintiff within thirty (30) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Robert J. McDonald, a Justice of the Supreme Court, entered Dec. 3, 2019 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Queens County Clerk’s Office. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $300,000.00 and interest, recorded in the Queens County Office of the City Register on April 23, 2008, in CRFN 2008000163506 covering premises known as 211-24 93rd Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428 a/k/a Block 10554, Lot 70. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above, Plaintiff designates Queens County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING A PAYMENT TO YOUR MORTGAGE COMPANY WILL NOT STOP THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: November 4, 2019, Frank M. Cassara, Esq., Senior Associate Attorney, SHAPIRO, DICARO & BARAK, LLC, Attorneys for Plaintiff, 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard, Rochester, New York 14624, (585) 247-9000 Fax: (585) 247-7380 our File No. 19-080591 #98104

CHROME MANAGEMENT LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/15/19. 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, c/o Double A Property Locating Services, Inc., 118-35 Queens Boulevard, Suite 400, Forest Hills, NY 11375. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of CREATIVE BEGINNINGS REALTY GROUP, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/23/2019. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, 83-19 141ST STREET, APT. 705, BRIARWOOD, NY 11435. Purpose: For any lawful purpose.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS, INDEX NO.: 706281/2019, DATE FILED: 4/9/2019, SUMMONS, NYCTL 2018-A TRUST AND THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS COLLATERAL AGENT AND CUSTODIAN FOR NYCTL 2018-A TRUST, Plaintiffs, -against- RODRIGO ACOSTA; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; CITY OF NEW YORK ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD; CITIMORTGAGE, INC.; “JOHN DOE # 1” through "JOHN DOE # 100", the last 100 names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiffs, the persons or parties intended being the owners, tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, and if any of the aforesaid individual captioned defendants, if any, be dead, their respective heirs-atlaw, next of kin, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, or through any of the aforesaid individual captioned defendants, if any, if they be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest In and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiffs, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiffs' attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Darrell L. Gavrin, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Queens County, dated Nov. 19, 2019 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Queens County Clerk’s Office. THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a Tax Lien as evidenced by a certain Tax Lien Certificate bearing number 4A, which was duly recorded as CRFN 2018000284203 in the Office of the City Register of Queens County on August 23, 2018 and that there is now due and owing to the plaintiffs the original amount of the Tax Lien, to wit: $4,976.53, along with interest, surcharges, penalties, additions, expenses, attorney’s fees, and the costs and disbursements of this action, less any payments made on account to premises k/a Block 8870, Lot 46. Plaintiffs designate Queens County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: April 9, 2019, LEVY & LEVY, Attorneys for Plaintiffs, 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021, (516) 487-6655, BY: JOSHUA LEVY, ESQ., File No. 1000859 #98052 KRISTINA LUCIA TEDDY BEARS LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 10/30/2019. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 3515 80 Street, Unit 41, Jackson Heights, NY 11372. Reg Agent: U.S. Corp. Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Ave., Ste 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

PROJECT QUEENS LLC Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/18/19. Office location Queens Co. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 10/16/19 SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Simon Gerson 39-01 Main St. RM 503 Flushing, NY 11354. DE address of LLC: 3411 Silverside Rd Ste 104 Wilmington, DE 19810. Arts. Of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, PO Box 898 Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: any lawful activity.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS, INDEX NO. 709416/2018, SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS, Plaintiff designates QUEENS as the place of trial situs of the real property Mortgaged Premises: 12809 116TH AVENUE SOUTH OZONE, NY 11420. District: Section: Block: 11672 Lot: 37. U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-AM1, Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPHINE BRANCH if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SHTEIN EQUITIES, INC.; AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL RELATED SERVICES COMPANY, INC.; AMERICAN EXPRESS CENTURION BANK; MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT, INC.; NEW YORK CITY PARKING VIOLATIONS BUREAU; NEW YORK CITY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL BOARD, THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendants. To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $304,000.00 and interest, recorded on August 6, 2007, at Liber 2007000404345 of the Public Records of QUEENS County, New York, covering premises known as 12809 116TH AVENUE SOUTH OZONE, NY 11420. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. QUEENS County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. RAS BORISKIN, LLC, Attorney for Plaintiff, BY:_VERONICA RUNDLE, ESQ., 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, NY 11590, 516-280-7675

C M SQ page 45 Y K THE CROSSING AT JAMAICA STATION 667 NEWLY CONSTRUCTED UNITS AT 148-10 ARCHER AVENUE & 147-40 ARCHER AVENUE, JAMAICA, QUEENS Amenities: controlled entry access system, 24/7 on-site maintenance, fitness rooms, bicycle storage, outdoor terraces, children’s rooms, resident lounges, laundry rooms, on-site management office (located at 148-10 Archer Ave) Transit: E/F/J/Z, LIRR, AirTrain, Q6, Q8, Q9, Q20A, Q20B, Q24, Q25, Q34, Q40, Q41, Q42, Q43, Q44-SBS, Q54, Q56, Q60, Q65, Q83, Q84 No application fee • No broker’s fee • Smoke-free building More information: www.liveatJSQueens.com & NYHousingSearch.gov These buildings are being constructed through the ELLA program and the Mix-Middle program of the New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC),the Inclusionary Housing Program of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), and Tax Code Units through NYS Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). Individuals or households who meet the income and x A percentage of units is set aside for applicants with disabilities: household size requirements listed in the table below o Mobility (5%) may apply. Qualified applicants will be required to o Vision/Hearing (2%). meet additional selection criteria. Applicants who live x Preference for a percentage of units goes to: in New York City receive a general preference for o Residents of Queens Community Board 12 (50%) apartments. o Municipal employees (5%)

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AVAILABLE UNITS AND INCOME REQUIREMENTS

3 Bed

2 Bedroom

$828

$949

3 Bedroom

$2,142

$2,582

Monthly Units Rent1 Available

145% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

$2,026

$2,542

$3,063

$3,530

$25,372 - $38,440 $30,446 - $34,160 $30,446 - $38,440 $30,446 - $42,680 $30,446 - $46,120 $35,178 - $38,440 $35,178 - $42,680 $35,178 - $46,120 $35,178 - $49,520 $35,178 - $52,960 Household Size2

$1,081

$1,309

$1,504

1 Person

$36,480 - $44,820

2 People

$36,480 - $51,240

1 Person

$39,086 - $44,820

2 People

$39,086 - $51,240

3 People 2 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 6 People 7 People

$39,086 - $57,660 $46,938 - $51,240 $46,938 - $57,660 $46,938 - $64,020 $46,938 - $69,180 $54,206 - $57,660 $54,206 - $64,020 $54,206 - $69,180 $54,206 - $74,280 $54,206 - $79,440

Annual Household Income3

Monthly Rent1

Minimum – Maximum

1 Person

$60,412 - $93,375

2 People

$60,412- $106,750

1 Person

$75,463 - $93,375

2 People

$75,463 - $106,750

3 People

$75,463 - $120,125

2 People

$90,583 - $106,750

3 People

$90,583 - $120,125

4 People

$90,583 - $133,375

5 People

$90,583 - $144,125

3 People

$104,640 - $120,125

4 People

$104,640 - $133,375

5 People

$104,640 - $144,125

6 People

$104,640 - $154,750

7 People

$104,640 – $165,500

Units Monthly Avail Rent1 -able

Minimum – Maximum

$1,481

$1,789

$2,059

$2,442

Household Size2

Annual Household Income Minimum – Maximum

Monthly Rent1

1 Person 2 People

$71,418 - $108,315 $71,418 - $123,830

$2,587

1 Person

$89,178 - $108,315

2 People

$89,178 - $123,830

3 People

$89,178 - $139,345

2 People

$107,075 - $123,830

3 People

$107,075 - $139,345

4 People

$107,075 - $154,715

5 People

$107,075 - $167,185

3 People

$123,669 - $139,345

4 People

$123,669 - $154,715

5 People

$123,669 - $167,185

6 People 7 People

Minimum – Maximum

1 Person $49,269 - $59,760 2 People $49,269 - $68,320 2 People $52,800 - $68,320 3 People 2 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 6 People 7 People

Units Household Available Size2 15

$2,943

Annual Household Income3

1 Person $52,800 - $59,760

$1,946

$3,391

$1,380

House -hold Size2

$52,800 - $76,880 $63,395 - $68,320 $63,395 - $76,880 $63,395 - $85,360 $63,395 - $92,240 $73,235 - $76,880 $73,235 - $85,360 $73,235 - $92,240 $73,235 - $99,040 $73,235 - $105,920

Annual Household Income3 Minimum – Maximum

1 Person

$68,675 - $97,110

2 People

$68,675 - $111,020

1 Person

$85,749 - $97,110

2 People

$85,749 - $111,020

3 People

$85,749 - $124,930

2 People

$102,960 - $111,020

3 People

$102,960 - $124,930

4 People

$102,960 - $138,710

5 People

$102,960 - $149,890

3 People

$118,903 - $124,930

4 People

$118,903 - $138,710

5 People

$118,903 - $149,890

6 People

$118,903 - $160,940

7 People

$118,903 - $172,120

Units Household Available Size2

Annual Household Income3 Minimum – Maximum

1 Person 2 People

$90,652 - $123,255 $90,652 - $140,910

1 Person

$113,212 - $123,255

2 People

$113,212 - $140,910

3 People

$113,212 - $158,565

2 People

$135,909 - $140,910

3 People

$135,909 - $158,565

4 People

$135,909 - $176,055

5 People

$135,909 - $190,245

3 People

$156,960 - $158,565

4 People

$156,960 - $176,055

5 People

$156,960 - $190,245

$123,669 - $179,510

6 People

$156,960 - $204,270

$123,669 - $191,980

7 People

$156,960 - $218,460

$3,243

$3,904

$4,501

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Tenant pays electricity; rent includes gas for cooking, heat, and hot water. 2 Household size includes everyone who will live with you, including parents and children. Subject to occupancy criteria. 3 Household earnings includes salary, hourly wages, tips, Social Security, child support, and other income. Income guidelines subject to change. 4 Minimum income listed may not apply to applicants with Section 8 or other qualifying rental subsidies. Asset limits also apply.

Apply online or through mail. To apply online, please go to nyc.gov/housingconnect. To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed envelope to: The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. Only send one application per development. Do not submit duplicate applications. Do not apply online and also send in a paper application. Applicants who submit more than one application may be disqualiﬁed.

When is the Deadline? Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than February 6th, 2020. Late applications will not be considered.

What Happens After You Submit an Application? After the deadline, applications are selected for review through a lottery process. If yours is selected and you appear to qualify, you will be invited to an interview to continue the process of determining your eligibility. Interviews are usually scheduled from 2 to 10 months after the application deadline. You will be asked to bring documents that verify your household size, identity of members of your household, and your household income. Español

Presente una solicitud en línea en nyc.gov/housingconnect. Para recibir una traducción de español de este anuncio y la solicitud impresa, envíe un sobre con la dirección a: The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. En el reverso del sobre, escriba en inglés la palabra “SPANISH.” Las solicitudes se deben enviar en línea o con sello postal antes de 6 de febrero de 2020.

䬨ỻᷕ㔯䆓䯂 n yc.gov/housingconnect ೼㒓⬇䇋Ǆབ㽕㦋পᴀᑓਞঞ к䴶⬇䇋㸼ⱘㅔԧЁ᭛⠜ˈ䇋ᇚᙼⱘಲ䚂ֵᇕᆘ䗕㟇 The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. ֵᇕ㚠䴶䇋⫼㣅䇁⊼ᯢĀCHINESEāǄᖙ乏೼ҹϟ᮹ᳳ Пࠡ೼㒓ᦤѸ⬇䇋៪䚂ᆘк䴶⬇䇋 ᑈ ᳜ ᮹Ǆ Русский

Чтобы подать заявление через интернет, зайдите на сайт: nyc.gov/housingconnect. Для получения данного объявления и заявления на русском языке отправьте конверт с обратным адресом по адресу The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. На задней стороне конверта напишите слово “RUSSIAN” на английском языке. Заявки должны быть поданы онлайн или отправлены по почте (согласно дате на почтовом штемпеле) не позднее 6 февраля 2020 г.

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nyc.gov/housingconnectG㜄㉐G㝜⢰㢬㡰⦐G㐔㷡䚌㐡㐐㝘UG 㢨GṅḔⱬḰG㐔㷡㉐㜄G␴䚐G䚐ạ㛨Gⶼ㜡⸬㡸G ⵏ㙸⸨㐐⥘⮨Gⵌ㋕㟝G⸽䍠⪰ The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. 㡰⦐G⸨⇨㨰㐡㐐㝘UG⸽䍠G◫⮨㜄GˈrvylhuˉG㢨⢰ḔG 㜵㛨⦐G㤵㛨㨰㐡㐐㝘G YWYWG≸GYG㠈G]G㢰ᾀ㫴㝜⢰㢬G㐔㷡㉐⪰G㥐㻐䚌ᶤ⇌G ㋀㢬㢨G㵁䣀G㐔㷡㉐⪰G⸨⇨㚰G䚝⏼␘.

Kreyòl Ayisyien Aplike sou entènèt sou sitwèb nyc.gov/housingconnect. Pou resevwa yon tradiksyon anons sa a nan lang Kreyòl Ayisyen ak aplikasyon an sou papye, voye anvlòp ki gen adrès pou retounen li nan: The Crossing at Jamaica Station, Attn: Application Request, 909 Third Avenue, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10022. Nan dèyè anvlòp la, ekri mo “HATIAN CREOLE” an Anglè. Ou dwe remèt aplikasyon yo sou entènèt oswa ou dwe tenbre yo anvan dat 6 fevriye, 2020.

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2 Bedroom

3 People 2 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 3 People 4 People 5 People 6 People 7 People

$1,705

$2,975

Unit Size

1 Bedroom

2 People $25,372 - $34,160

Monthly Units Rent1 Available

3 Bedroom

Studio

$1,007

Annual Household Income3

80% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

$681

125% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

1 Bedroom

2 People $23,658 - $34,160 1 Person $25,372 - $29,880

Unit Size

Studio

1 Person $23,658 - $29,880

House -hold Size2

130% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

2 Bed

$633

Units Monthly Avail Rent1 -able

Minimum – Maximum

165% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

1 Bed

40% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

Studio

Annual Household Income3

60% AREA MEDIAN INCOME (AMI)

Units House Monthly Avail -hold Rent1 -able Size2

Unit Size

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SPORTS

BEAT

I HAVE OFTEN WALKED

Mets cut Cespedes’ pay The beginning for iconic by Lloyd Carroll Chronicle Contributor

Corporations traditionally save Friday afternoon for the release of news that they would prefer not receive much scrutiny. The Mets surprised everyone when they announced Friday that outfielder Yoenis Cespedes had agreed to reduce his guaranteed base salary for 2020 from $29.5 million to $10 million. Cespedes, who has been a frequent habitue of the injury list because of a smorgasbord of ailments since the beginning of the 2017 season, is in the last year of his four-year contract. The reason for this drastic cut in salary was because the Mets felt he had violated the terms of his contract when he mysteriously broke his ankles while on his Florida ranch in May. The Major League Baseball Players Association would normally fight tooth and nail to prevent a team from reducing an injured player’s compensation by even one cent. Its unwillingness to challenge the Mets’ decision indicates how strong a case the team had. The details of how the home run slugger incurred those ankle injuries that required multiple surgeries were kept hush at the time of this announcement. Joel Sherman and Ken Davidoff of the New York Post wrote that he did not fall off of a horse but may have been hurt by another animal on his ranch. Perhaps Cespedes was training for the Professional Bull Riders

Monster Buck Off that will take place at Madison Square Garden from Jan. 3 through 5. A major spring training story in 2016 was how Cespedes would drive a different sports car every day to the complex. My guess would have been that he hurt himself while driving either a motorcycle or dune buggy. With him, anything is possible since he always appears to be marching to his own drummer. Mets general manager Brodie Van Wagenen was Cespedes’ agent when he worked at the Creative Artists Agency, so this placed him in an awkward situation. Cespedes should be thankful to Van Wagenen is in his current position because if it was anyone else, the odds are the Mets would have voided his contract. Van Wagenen was able to work out a facesaving deal for Cespedes because Mets CEO Fred Wilpon and his son, Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon, did not want to embarrass their general manager and because it would not have been in the organization’s best interests to have this storyline linger into 2020. One thing is certain. Cespedes has every economic incentive in the world now to focus on getting back into playing shape as quickly as possible; to have a big season; and to treat the media with more respect than he has displayed. The furtherance of his career depends on it. Q See the extended version of Sports Beat every week at qchron.com.

writer Jimmy Breslin was here by Ron Marzlock Chronicle Contributor

Thomas James Curtin, an Irishman born in Canada in 1879, arrived in New York in 1895 and married Agnes Collins in 1903. They had three children: Frances, in 1906, James, in 1909, and Harriet, in 1918. Curtin, a New York City court reporter, bought a 75-by-100 foot property at 134-02 101 Ave. in South Richmond Hill. All three of his children became college graduates. Frances was charmed by and fell in love with a piano player named James Breslin. They were married, had a son, James, born in 1928, and daughter, Deidre, in 1931. Shortly later he took off and abandoned the family. Frances moved back home with her two children in tow. There was never a mortgage against the home and they did OK as Frances worked as a teacher and welfare investigator. Young James’ greatest love and mentoring was provided both by his mother and grandma Curtin. In 1954, Jimmy Breslin married Rosemary Dattolico, a daughter of a coal and ice distributor. He sired six children and went

The Jimmy Breslin home located at 134-02 101 Ave., South Richmond Hill — early 1940s with his grandma Agnes Curtin in the doorway. to work as a copy boy for the Long Island Daily Press. His breakout story was in 1963, when he did a piece on the gravedigger for the assassinated JFK. Grandma Curtin and Jimmy’s mother, Frances, both lived long enough to see him become a journalist and author. The famous writer died at 88 on March 19, 2017, writing to the very end. The big old house he was raised in is long gone, replaced with Q a huge multifamily brick home.

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Updated One Bedroom Condominium with Terrace in Howard Beach. Monthly common charges are only $330 a month and that includes your heat, hot water, and cooking gas. Low taxes estimated $2350 annually. Close proximity to shopping center; express bus to Manhattan; LA Fitness; Gateway Mall; express way and Resorts World. Pet Friendly Building!

• Lindenwood • • Lindenwood • Why Rent When You Can Own Your Own Cooperative In Prime Lindenwood Section. Studio apartment needs TLC, selling “As Is”, monthly maint: $475.27 includes heat, hot water, cooking gas, security, and RE taxes. Intercom and buzzer vestibule entrance, park benches thru-out grounds. Low flip tax only $5/share, 145 shares. Ideally located near shopping center!

Large Updated L-Shaped Two Bedroom, Two Bath Cooperative With Terrace; In Prime Lindenwood Section. Laundry room on every floor. Intercom & buzzer vestibule entrance, park benches thru-out grounds. Low flip tax only $5.00 a share /355 shares. Monthly maintenance is $1129.33 plus $14.00 for security; total: 1143.33. Includes heat, hot water, cooking gas, security, and real estate taxes. Ideally located near shopping center, public transportation, express bus to Midtown, airport and highways.

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• Lindenwood • 296 Leonard St., Williamsburg, NY $2,599,000 Mixed-Use 2 Family + Commercial

Brand-New House Built In 2018. Raised home with a high foundation and storage room under the house. Hardwood floors thru-out, CAC, sprinklers, large yard and garage. Everything is new - just move right in! ©2019 M1P • CAMI-076987

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to own this residential mixed use property in Howard Beach. The first f loor and lower level are currently occupied by a medical office. The second floor features a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Close to public transportation and highways.

• Brooklyn • Studio Co-op close to 86th Street shopping and transportation. Great investment property. Pet friendly. Parking is $250. No board approval, no flip tax.

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Beautiful Townhouse, 2 terraces, 3 BRs, 2 full baths, 2 half baths. Kitchen with SS appl., granite counters and table. Deck, AG pool, tiled floors, all renovated, 2 car driveway, garage, view of water from front balcony.

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HOWARD BEACH/ROCKWOOD PARK

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HOWARD BEACH/LINDENWOOD

Beautiful Hi-Ranch. Top floor features 3 BRs, 2 all-new full baths, new mint kitchen with granite countertops, SS appl., custom granite island, tiled kitchen floor, walk-in apt., central air, in-ground pool. Asking $849K

Beautiful 4 Bed Colonial with deck overlooking water. All new. First floor features large living room and dining room, 1/2 bth, mint kitchen with granite countertops, new cherrywood cabinets, S/S appliances and commercial stone oven and broiler. 2nd fl features 3 BRs with beautiful full bth and water views. Top fl has another bedroom with deck overlooking water, yard, pvt driveway and garage. Asking $769K

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Hi-Rise - 2 Bed, 2 Baths updated kitchen. Asking $247K Hi-Rise - Mint AAA, 2 Bed, 2 Baths, custom kit., Asking $310K new baths. Garden Co-op - 3 Bed, 1 Bath, freshly painted, Hi-hats, new closet doors, w/dryer in apt, updated kit. Asking $299K

Cross Bay Blvd, commercial space for rent, 2nd fl, 850 sq. ft., all new tiled office w/bath, $2,750/mo., plus electric.

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Garden Co-op, freshly painted, updated kitchen and bath, 3 BRs, 1 bath. Hi-hats in living room and master bedroom, new closet doors. Washer dryer combo in apt. Move-in condition. Asking $299K Total down payment required 25%

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Legal 2 fams, 4 BRs, 4 baths. Large brick on 25x100 lot. 5 over 5, full bsmt. with sep. ent. 9' ceilings. Driveway and det. garage, needs TLC. Asking $1,228,000

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HEMPSTEAD Newly Renovated 4 Fam. Home Being Sold As Is (OCCUPIED). Gross Rent Roll Is Approx 106K Annually. New & Updated Heating & Electric Systems. 4 Sep Heating Units, Tenants Pay Their Own Heating & Electricity. Owner Is Responsible For Water & Annual Taxes. PRICE: $812,000 Contact Rajni Mohnani for more information 646-407-5642 JAMAICA Property Features An Attac. SingleFamily House w/ 3 BRs & 2.5 Baths With An Alleyway at The Rear To Access Parking. Owner Will Improve On The Bsmmnt. PRICE: $520,000 Contact David Owoeye for more information 718-848-4700

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RICHMOND HILL Fully Ren. 2 Family with 6 BRs, New Bathrooms, & Updated Kitchens with Stainless Steel Appliances, Hardwood Floors Throughout. Have to see! PRICE: $799,000 Contact Paul Deo for more information 347-581-9863 S. OZONE PARK Newly Renovated Det One Family with Finished Bsmnt, Plus One Car Gar, New Kitchen, New Floors, New Windows, Two New Baths & Much More! PRICE: $589,000 Contact John Dibs for more Information 718-848-4700

BELLE HARBOR MINT 1 BR Co-op. This Unit is Completely Updated w/Fully Restored Wood Floors, Brand New Kit w/ Stainless Steel Appliances & New Paint. Tons of Closet Space. Located Steps From Local Restaurants, Bars, Public Transportation & Markets As Well As 1 Block To The Beach. Laundry on Site. PRICE: $279,000 Contact Cass Boggiano for more information 702-332-9776

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