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Vol. 44, No. 6 Feb. 6-12, 2014 queenstribune.com

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Queens native brings hot dog car back home to Woodhaven during year-long trek.

By Luis Gronda ‌ Page 22

Civics Question MTA Approves Creedmoor Safety Renovation of After Break-out Flushing LIRR Stop PAGE 3

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Council Grills Queens Library President PAGE 14

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Queens DeaDline

Activists Protest At Crowley’s Office

By Trisha sakhuja Staff Writer

On Friday, more than 125 activists and community members held a rally in front of U.S. Rep. Joseph Crowley’s (D-Jackson Heights) office to ask where he stands on an international trade deal currently being debated in Congress.

According to representatives from the Food and Water Watch and Trade Justice New York Metro, they said the Trans Pacific Partnership that is being negotiated in Congress would ship domestic jobs overseas and undermine important state and local laws protecting public health, workers’ rights and the environment.

A group of senior citizens, puppeteers, performance artists, veterans, union members, local business owners and residents visually displayed their opposition to the TPP by chanting, “Which Side Are You On, Crowley.”

Activists oppose the 12-nation North American Free Trade Agree-

protect us in international ment-style deal because they call tribunals, resulting in more it “the end of democracy.” fracking, factory farms and Corrine Rosen, a senior orcontaminated food,” he ganizer with Food and Water said.

Watch, a consumer protection A spokesperson for group, said the Trans Pacific Crowley said one of the Partnership could spell disaster most important parts of his for communities large and small job is hearing from his conthat are seeking to protect themstituents. selves from all sorts of public “The Congressman votes health and environmental danon trade agreements based gers. on their individual merits “These monstrous trade and their impact on jobs, nadeals, negotiated secretly in the halls of Washington, are boons activists advocating against the Trans Pacific tional security, and families for multinational corporations Partnership deal sing in front u.s. Rep. Joseph and communities. He has that seek to profit at the expense Crowley’s office, asking him to voice his stand opposed a number of trade deals like Most Favored Naof American jobs and American on the international deal. tions status for China, the health and safety standards,” she said. and other public interest law interferes Central American Free Trade Agreement and the North American Free She said the TPP would enable with their potential future projects. foreign corporations to sue the U.S. Adam Weissman, founder of the Trade Agreement. With respect to the government for unlimited sums in in- Global Justice for Animals and the En- Trade Promotion Authority legislaternational tribunals outside the juris- vironment, an organization fighting tion that President Obama requested diction of the U.S. court system when corporate globalization, said Crowley in the State of the Union address, this they believe federal, state or local US is one of only two New York Demo- has not yet come before the House for environmental, consumer protection crats in the House who have not spo- a vote, but Congressman Crowley did vote against the measure the last time ken out against fast tracking the TPP. “Fast track renders Congress pow- it came before Congress.”

Reach Trisha Sakhuja at (718) 357erless to amend TPP to ensure that this trade deal won’t empower foreign 7400, Ext. 128, tsakhuja@queenstricorporations to attack the laws that bune.com, or @Tsakhuja13.

Community Asks For Creedmoor Investigation By jOE MarViLLi Staff Writer While the patient who bolted from CrWhile the patient who bolted from Creedmoor Psychiatric Center last week was recaptured, his initial escape has left community leaders concerned about the site’s security.

A statement from 14 civic groups was sent out on Feb. 2 to state their alarm and distress over the escape of Raymond Morillo, who was serving 15 years in prison for manslaughter and assault. While he was ultimately caught again in Memphis, Tenn., the civics are upset about the fact that he was able to escape.

The Bellerose Hillside Civic Association, the Creedmoor Civic Association, the Glen Oaks Village Co-op, the Queens Civic Congress and the Bay Terrace Community Alliance were among the groups that sent out the joint-letter to show their concern.

“It’s a fiasco. Their security is very lax,” Glen Oaks Village Co-op president Bob Friedrich said. “As a result of that, the 105th precinct responds every time there’s an incident there.

They’re just as outraged as we are. It really creates a problem for the communities served by it.”

Besides expressing the civics’ frustration over the escape, the letter contained a plan to ensure the safety of the communities surrounding Creedmoor. In addition to demanding a full investigation into the incident, it also called for the adoption of a compre-

hensive security plan for the entire Creedmoor campus, the transfer for resources from the Office of Mental Health to fund a proper level of security, disclosure and transparency to the type of people being housed at Creedmoor and a Community Notification Protocol to provide alerts to dangerous situations.

“We want to be part of the solution. We want to know what the protocols are going to be, what the resources are and what type of patients are being held in this facility,” Friedrich added.

The letter also asked for similar review of security at Zucker-Hillside Hospital, as there have been a few problems at that site as well.

“It’s located in the middle of a huge residential area. We’ve had situations in the past. They’ve been few and far between. But we want to make sure the security apparatus there is sufficient,” Friedrich said.

The community leaders were shocked about the escape when it happened; particularly that Creedmoor housed such dangerous individuals and did not appear to have adequate security to keep them there.

“I was surprised it was housing offenders that were so dangerous. There wasn’t some mechanism put in place to notify the community,” Warren Schreiber, president of the Bay Terrace Community Alliance, said.

Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @Joey788.

Nassau DA Kathleen Rice Running For Congress By jOE MarViLLi Staff Writer

that took aim at Hempstead’s openair drug market. By focusing on substance abuse treatment, job training Nassau County’s district attorney and counseling, the program helped has put her name in the ring for re- to cause an 82 percent drop in drugtiring U.S. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy’s related crime in the subsequent (D-Garden City) seat, a part of which years.

She also tackled government coris in Queens.

Kathleen Rice, the DA for Nassau ruption by bringing more than 80 prosecutions against elected County since 2005, anofficials from both parties nounced her bid for the who have abused the system. seat on Jan. 30, less than Some more under-thea month after McCarthy radar problems were also announced that she would confronted and improved step down after struggling

by Rice, such as widespread with health issues in the cheating on the SAT and last few years.

ACT exams and shopper Rice, the first woman deaths due to trampling. to serve as Nassau’s chief nassau Da Her work has garnered law enforcement officer, Kathleen Rice the approval of her district, has been known for her progressive criminal justice policies. as she was re-elected in both 2009 Soon after taking office, she helped and 2013.

With her announcement, Rice said to author and fought for the passage of legislation to enact tougher pen- that she plans to follow in McCarthy’s alties on individuals who drink and footsteps, especially when it comes to drive with children in the car and on combating gun violence and advocatdrunk drivers who injure other mo- ing for communities in need.

For more information or to contorists on the road. She also worked to reduce plea bargaining for repeat tribute, visit www.kathleenrice.com.

Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 357offenders.

In 2008, Rice put together the 7400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstriTerrace-Bedell Initiative, a program bune.com, or @Joey788.

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City Council Green Scores Revealed

BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer The scores are out, and when it comes to the City Council’s environmental policies, many Queens officials have earned high marks.

The New York League of Conservation Voters released its Environmental Scorecard on Jan. 29, examining how well the members of the City Council have done in terms of sponsoring and voting for bills that have an effect on the environment.

The scorecard, which covers the 2012-2013 legislative session, looked at the votes and sponsorships for 17 bills that indicated the highest collective priorities of the Council, covering everything from recycling to clean energy, biodiversity to transportation and energy efficiency to air quality.

The League of Conservation Voters is the only organization that produces an environmental scorecard to give an independent assessment of the City Council, according to its press release.

While Queens as a whole appeared to do well, earning a 91 out of 100 average, it actually came below the City average of 92. The Manhattan delegation had the highest score, with a 98 average. Brooklyn was in second with 93. The Bronx tied with Queens and

Oakland Gardens) and Donovan Richards (DLaurelton) also received high scores, earning a 94 and 91, respectively.

“I am proud of my environmental record because creating a more sustainable city is a promise we make to our children and to future generations,” Weprin said.

Richards, the new Councilmembers Elizabeth Crowley, Daniel Dromm, Peter Koo and Jimmy Van Bramer all scored 100s on their environmental scorecard from the Chair of the Environmental Protection, said he was League of Conservation Voters. ready to help create a more importance of the green legislation environmentally-friendly New York.

Staten Island came in last with 88.

Those at the top of the pack for that was passed last year.

“I’m elated to have received a 91 “We must protect our environment on my environmental scorecard from Queens were Councilmembers Elizabeth Crowley (D-Middle Village), and by changing policies, we can set the League of Conservation Voters last Daniel Dromm (D-Jackson Heights), the City on a greener path,” he said. week. I look forward to working with Peter Koo (D-Flushing) and Jimmy “I supported legislation that banned the LCV to build a more sustainable, Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside). All four plastic bags and Styrofoam as well as green and resilient city,” he said. of those elected officials received per- bills addressing composting, recycling The lowest scores for Queens went and truck emissions, among others.” fect scores of 100. to former councilmen Dan Halloran Koo was also happy about his score and Peter Vallone Jr., who both re“The New York City Council has continued to keep environmental is- and is already looking towards this ceived a 76. Councilwoman Julissa sues at the top of its agenda. There year’s environmental legislation.

Ferreras (D-East Elmhurst) also re“I won’t rest on my laurels howev- ceived a 76, but the league noted that is no doubt that we will maintain an open dialogue with environmental er. I am in the process of writing more she missed several important votes advocates in order to continue pass- environmentally-friendly bills that I due to maternity leave, skewing her ing meaningful legislation that makes look forward to discussing with my score.

New York City more sustainable and colleagues and the public in the near Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 357future,” he said. greener for all,” Van Bramer said.

7400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstriCouncilmen Mark Weprin (D- bune.com, or @Joey788.

Dromm’s comment stressed the

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Non-Profit Pushes Tax Credit Awareness

By Trisha sakhuja Staff Writer On Jan. 31, elected officials, community partners and residents from western Queens joined a non-profit to recognize Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day and encourage New Yorkers to use free tax prep sites to file their taxes.

Last year, Urban Upbound, a community development corporation in Long Island City that works to provide public housing residents with the tools and resources for economic mobility and reliance, provided free tax prep services to 2,825 individuals who collectively received $3.4 million in refunds. This year, the organization hopes to serve 4,000 New Yorkers.

Bishop Mitchell Taylor, CEO and founder of Urban Upbound, said over the 10 years that they have provided free tax returns, they have collected $9 million through EITC returns.

Taylor said families living in public housing are often forced to pay high fees or are scammed into rapid refund services that can wind up costing them hundreds of dollars.

“Urban Upbound is about changing public housing communities, not from the outside in, but from the inside out and organizing all of your social networks,” he said.

Along with providing free tax counseling services, Taylor said Urban

Upbound offers a comprehensive, integrated slate of services that includes employment assistance, one-on-one financial counseling, a college access program for youth and community revitalization.

“We are trying to educate the consumer because the educated consumer is the best consumer,” he said. “You don’t have to fall for the rapid refund rip-off, come get your taxes done at Urban Upbound for free.”

He said they are not only concerned about helping people avoid the rapid refund rip-off, but it also gives their counselors an opportunity to understand a family’s financial situation to further help individuals who may be unemployed or applying to college.

“It’s really a part of a larger goal to help people living in urban tracks, who live 100, 200, 300 percent below the poverty line,” Taylor said.

Taylor’s advice for those who receive a tax refund is to put it in the bank for at least seven days.

“One thing you do not want to do is go out and spend it spontaneously,” he added.

Majority Leader of the City Council Jimmy Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside) said every year Urban Upbound helps public housing residents and low income New Yorkers get back millions of dollars on their tax returns.

“By keeping the community at the

Bishop Mitchell Taylor, the CEO and founder of Urban Upbound, held a press conference on Jan. 31 with Councilmen Jimmy Van Bramer and Costa Constantinides, community leaders and Queens residents to recognize Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day and encourage people to use free tax prep sites for filing taxes. heart of its services, Urban Upbound empowers those they assist through quality programming that improves the fabric of the neighborhood,” he said.

Councilman Costa Constantinides (D-Astoria) said too many families on fixed incomes have too few resources when preparing their taxes.

“Urban Upbound has been a beacon for our community providing many financial services that cover all aspects of financial health including much needed tax preparation,” he said.

U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-

Astoria) said Urban Upbound offers a great program that helps hard-working lower income people recoup some of their hard-earned money through their tax system.

“Bishop Taylor’s Urban Upbound program will help residents of Western Queens file their EITC claims – it’s a fast, easy way for people to claim the money they’re entitled to receive from the federal government,” she said.

Reach Trisha Sakhuja at (718) 3577400, Ext. 128, tsakhuja@queenstribune.com, or @Tsakhuja13.

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Ulrich Good For Veterans

In Our OpInIOn

Keep The Community In The Know The news that a patient who was convicted of manslaughter and assault was able to escape from Creedmoor Psychiatric Center is alarming enough. The news from nearby civic groups that they were not notified by the center about his escape seems downright negligent.

A statement from 14 civic groups near Creedmoor was sent out last Sunday, expressing their dismay that someone with such a violent past was able to escape simply by switching clothes. They were also shocked that they were not notified by the facility, ostensibly their neighbor, instead having to rely on news sources for information. As such, they published a seven-point plan on what Creedmoor could do to make sure this scenario does not happen again. One of those bullet points is for a Community Notification Protocol to provide alerts for dangerous situations.

After this latest incident, such an alert seems like a must-have for Creedmoor and the surrounding communities. There is no reason such a mechanism was not already in place, given that the center does house some violent characters. While the Office of Mental Health is in the midst of an investigation to see how the escape happened within Creedmoor’s walls, we hope they will remember that such incidents can be dangerous to the community outside their walls.

The communities deserve to know when a problem occurs. Such a notification system could save someone’s life.

In YOur OpInIOn Do Not Allow Illegal Conversions To The Editor:

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ayor de Blasio and other City officials are floating the idea of legalizing illegal basement apartments and other units as a way of dealing with the need for more affordable housing in our city. The outgoing chair of the City Planning Commission, Amanda Burden, has stated that we must accept an increase in density and height in our neighborhoods, if we are to accommodate all of those needing housing. She admitted that this would be a hard sell in most areas of the City.

These proposals should send up red flags across the City.

Many civic organizations have fought against illegal conversions and overdevelopment for many years. Civics have lobbied for rezoning of our neighborhoods that would

maintain the character of those communities. Those rezonings have been accomplished with the help of elected officials and the City Planning Commission.

We must not move backwards and negate those rezonings by allowing legalization of units that will overburden the infrastructure of existing communities. In addition, many schools in our city are overcrowded, especially here in Northeast Queens. Cramming additional people into alreadystressed areas will strain those educational resources.

We must also consider the plight of the individual homeowner who invested a huge amount of money to afford a home in our city. If they chose to live in a single family district, or any other area for that matter, and supported zoning that protected those areas from overdevelopment, why should

the City be able to overrule those protections to remediate the need for more housing units?

Yes, we definitely need more units of affordable housing in our City. But there has to be other solutions that would not impinge on the rights of current homeowners. When you look at some of the huge projects already underway in certain parts of the City, perhaps more units should be set aside for affordable housing homes and less units for luxury and market priced units. Two examples that come to mind are the Flushing Commons and the Willetts Point projects. Those projects and others must also take into account their impact on existing neighborhoods, businesses, schools and traffic, and adjust plans accordingly.

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To The Editor:

I

offer my sincere congratulations to Councilmember Eric Ulrich on his new appointment as the Chairman to the Veterans Committee. It is not just a high profile position, but an opportunity to provide his vetted establishment as an already accomplished legislator to the veteran community throughout the City when it is needed most.

Myself as well as many other veterans throughout the City were surprised to hear of his appointment to this position considering the “Pledge of Allegiance” issue that came out of his decision to support Melissa Mark-Viverito for Council Speaker. I must also concede to the fact that I was one of those veterans whom was disdainful over his choice but after some thought in regards to the issue I came to the conclusion that myself as well as my fellow veterans were looking too deeply into what we perceived as a problem within our Legislative ranks, yet at the same time we were depriving the time and energy which can

To The Editor:

I

was ver y saddened to hear of the passing of the Tribune’s premier photographer Ira Cohen. The Greater Woodhaven Development Corporation was so fortunate, for he attended all of our Spring Dinner Dances and our “Wonderful Woodhaven Street Festivals,” taking unbelievable pictures for your newspaper.

At our dinner dance on June 1, 2013, in spite of a monsoon rainstorm, he was there. During our Dinner Dance Ceremony, due to the proximity of Memorial Day, we always ask all of our veterans to come forward and introduce themselves. At that time, Ira stated he was a Vietnam veteran. We invited Maureen Coppola Advertising Director

Reporters: Joe Marvilli, Natalia Kozikowska, Luis Gronda, Trisha Sakhuja

Alan Goldsher Director of Marketing

Photographers: Ira Cohen

Shanie Persaud Director Corporate Accounts/Events

Contributors: Melissa Hom, Eric Jordan, Barbara Arnstein, Tammy Scileppi

Account Executives Merlene Carnegie Shari Strongin Tom Eisenhauer Maury Warshauer Donna Lawlor

Webmaster: Shiek Mohamed

Ryan S. Graham, Chairman, Legislative Committee, Queens County Council VFW

Remembering Ira

Marcia Moxam Comrie, Contributing Editor

Art Department: Rhonda Leefoon, Lianne Procanyn, Barbara Townsend

be put into serious projects that will improve the lives of this City’s veterans.

Furthermore, as we all know from our military experience, communication on the battlefield is key to making sure the mission runs smoothly as well as successfully. This same line of communication should also be relayed to Eric as he takes on this challenging position and the same should be transparently afforded back to the veteran community from the newly appointed Chairman.

As far as the Organization I serve as well as the veteran population in general, I urge all fellow veterans throughout the City to remain focused on our objectives which is to improve the lives of our Brother’s and Sister’s whom have served and are still serving and to work proactively with Eric Ulrich to make sure that these objectives are successful for our warriors whom have given so much and asked for so little.

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him to come up and be acknowledged.

Then we saluted all of our veterans, our heroes, and thanked them for their service. All these years and we didn’t know that this personable professional and excellent photographer was also a Vietnam veteran and a hero.

Ira will be missed.

Maria Thomson, Executive Director, Greater Woodhaven Development Corp.

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SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 130 55 127 Street, Queens, New York 11420. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. ________________________ Best Chef, LLC, Article of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York

(SSNY) on 09/23/2013. Office in Queens County, SSNY designated Agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 175-20 Wexford Terrace, Ste. 12R, Jamaica, New York 11432. ________________________ Dee Global Ventures LLC, Article of Organization filed NY Secretary of State (SSNY) 12/23/13. Office in Queens Co., SSNY designated Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process. The LLC address is 155-62 116th Road, Jamaica, NY 11434.

Purpose: No Service Co. ________________________ NOTICE OF MEETING: Notice is hereby given that the Annual Meeting of the members of FLUSHING CEMETERY ASSOCIATION will be held at the office of the Cemetery, 163-06 46th Avenue, Flushing, Queens County, New York on Friday, March 7, 2014, at 9:00A.M. for the purpose of electing Trustees, approving the renewal of its policy of indemnification insurance for its Trustees, Officers, and Employees and the transaction of other business as may properly be brought before the meeting. Dated: January 24, 2014 JOAN H. CORBISIERO, Secretary ________________________ 47-40 11th Street Realty LLC Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/27/13. Effective Date: 1/1/14.Office in Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 166-25 Powell’s Cove Blvd, Whitestone, NY 11357. Purpose: General. ________________________ Notice of formation of [EVELYN ENTERPRISES LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on [6/5/2013].

Office located in [QUEENS].

SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC [41-15 45 STREET, APT 6C, SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104]. Purpose: any lawful purpose. ________________________ Notice is hereby given that a license, number 1267721 for class change to full liquor license has been applied for

by COFFEED Corp. doing business as COFFEED to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in a cafe under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 3718 Northern Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101 for on premises consumption. ________________________ Notice of formation of JiaShi Real Estate, LLC Articles of organization filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 1/8/2014. Office location:

Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 136-40 39th Ave, Ste 508,NY11354. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ Notice of formation of SFA REALTY LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/15/2013.

Office location, County of Queens. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 8326 Lefferts Blvd, Apt. 3-E, Kew Gardens NY 11415. Purpose: any lawful act. ________________________ QUADRAT ARCHITECTURE LLC, a Prof. LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 12/12/2013. Office loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 25-54 12 Street, Apt. 4C, Astoria, NY 11102. Purpose: To Practice The Profession Of ARCHITECTURE. ________________________ Probate Citation SURROGATE’S COURT, COLUMBIA COUNTY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK,

BY THE GRACE OF GOD FREE AND INDEPENDENT File Number: 2013-24096 TO: THOMAS MCQUADE, believed to be the son of Terrence McQuade, deceased son of Margaret McQuade; predeceased sister of the decedent herein VERONICA W. THOMAS, after due diligence shown, his post office address being unknown to the petitioner. A petition having been duly filed by Theodore Guterman, II, who is domiciled at 35 County Route 24, East Chatham, New York, 12060.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surroate’s Court, Columbia County, at the Courthouse, 621 Route 23B, Claverack, New York, on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at 9:15 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of VERONICA W. THOMAS, lately domiciled at 83 Snydertown Road, Town of Taghkanic, in the County of Columbia, State of New York, United States, admitting to probate a Will dated July 1, 2010, as the Will of VERONICA W. THOMAS, deceased, relating to real and personal property, and Granting Letters Testamentary upon the estate of the decedent to THEODORE GUTERMAN, II HON. RICHARD M. KOWEEK Surrogate Teresa F. Slemp, Chief Clerk Dated, Attested and Sealed: January 10, 2014 Attorney Theodore Guterman, III 21 North 7th Street

Hudson, NY 12534 Tele. No. (518) 828-5400 NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear, it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you. SURROGATE’S COURT STATE OF NEW YORK : COUNTY OF COLUMBIA NOTICE File No. 2013-24096 In the matter VERONICA W. THOMAS, deceased To: THOMAS MCQUADE, believed to be the son of Terrance McQuade, deceased son of Margaret McQuade; pre-deceased sister of the decedent herein, Veronica W. Thomas: The above referenced Citation which is served upon you by publication, relates to a proceeding in the Surrogate’s Court of Columbia County, New York seeking to probate the Last Will & Testament of Veronica W. Thomas, deceased. The relief sought is the probate of decedent’s Last Will & Testament. Dated: January 27, 2014 GUTERMAN SHALLO & ALFORD, PLLC Attorneys for Petitioner 21 North Seventh Street Hudson, New York 12534 (518) 828-5400 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JAN 10 2014 bearing Index Number NC-001180-13/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Dolly (Last) Anderson My present name is (First) Jamunee aka Dolly Ranjitsingh, aka Dolly Anderson My present address is 104-20 Queens Boulevard, Apt. #5V, Forest Hills, NY 11375 My place of birth is Trinidad My date of birth is June 20, 1948 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JAN 22 2014 bearing Index Number NC-001199-13/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Karisma (Middle) Rose (Last) Botreau My present name is (First) Rose (Middle) Karisma (Last) Botreau aka Karisma Botreau My present address is 9355 214th Place, Queens Village, NY 11428 My place of birth is Queens, NY My date of birth May 20, 1994

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qUEENS THIS wEEk last week’s ceremony included MarkViverito, Comptroller Scott Stringer and Public Advocate Letitia James.

Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (DOzone Park) administered the official oath during the event, pinch-hitting for Justice Augustus Agate, who was sick and unable to attend.

Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 3577400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune.com, or @luisgronda.

Hillcrest HS Sophomore Scores Big On First PSATs

By naTaLia KoZiKoWsKa Staff Writer Photo by Luis Gronda

Councilman Eric Ulrich is sworn in for a second term by Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder.

Ulrich Sworn In For Second Term

By Luis Gronda Staff Writer

It was a celebratory night for Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) last week, gathering family and friends to ring in his second term representing District 32.

The Councilman held the ceremony at PS 63 in Ozone Park, a significant place in Ulrich’s life, as it is where he attended elementary school. Ulrich defeated district leader Lew Simon last year to retain the seat.

After several colleagues and friends spoke of working together on issues despite Ulrich’s party affiliation, including Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito, the Councilman stepped up and discussed his vision for the next four years.

Among the issues Ulrich highlighted during his speech were streamlining the district’s recovery from Superstorm Sandy, improving transportation in the district and improving technology for the schools in his district.

During his speech, Ulrich reassured his constituents that he intends to serve for them and making sure the residents get what they need.

“The only thing that I can do is recommit myself to you and promise you that I will evoke the same passion and energy to this job that I did four years ago,” he said. “The fire to serve the public still burns inside of me and I will work overtime to make this term as successful and productive as the first.”

Ulrich said one goal is to expand express bus service in the district, which is something he often discussed during his reelection campaign.

He also said he will help give local NYPD precincts what they need to keep the streets safe. This includes installing ARGUS security cameras that

the Councilman secured for locations in Woodhaven and the Rockaways last year.

The Councilman also pledged to help small businesses on major corridors like Cross Bay Boulevard and Jamaica Avenue and bring jobs to the area by, in part, hosting free business seminars in the district. This would give people free, one-on-one counseling, dispersing information on how to bid on City contracts and telling them how they can expand their business, Ulrich said.

A lighter moment occurred during his swearing-in ceremony. The Councilman read remarks from an old kindergarten report card, given to him in 1990, that his family found while looking for old pictures.

“Let’s hope Eric’s attention span increases as he matures,” read one comment, which drew much laughter from the audience.

“If I didn’t know better, I’d say this was written last week,” he joked.

Among the dignitaries to attend

Though she only learned of the test the day before, Hillcrest High School sophomore Sanjana Conroy-Tripathi scored big on her first practice SAT. Out of a possible 800 points in each section, the star student scored a whopping 750 in critical reading, 670 in math and 700 in writing skills.

“I didn’t study for the PSAT. I went in cold,” Conroy-Tripathi said. “I never studied and didn’t even know I was taking it until the day before. It [the test results] really surprised me. I was thrilled.”

While Conroy-Tripathi admits she was stunned by her test scores, her background as a consistent honor student sheds light as to why she scored so high on the PSATs. “I usually have an average in the upper 90s and it’s really important for me that I do well in school,” she said. “[My motivation] is internally driven.

I have been an over-achiever and a perfectionist since I was a little kid and sometimes it fights me, but most of the time, it’s helpful.”

Conroy-Tripathi also credits her mother, a professor at St. John’s University, for much of her academic success.

Photo by steven J. Ferrari

New Councilman Sworn In

New Astoria Councilman Costa Constantinides was sworn in to office by former Speaker Peter Vallone Sr., during a ceremony at Long Island City High School on Jan. 26.

Photo by bob harris

Hillcrest High School sophomore Sanjana Conroy-Tripathi scored an incredible 2120 on her first PSAT exam.

“My mom definitely helped. She started me off with phonics and stuff like that when I was pretty little and because of her, I just love to read and write,” she said.

When she is not studying or reading, Conroy-Tripathi enjoys a few extra curricular activities at Hillcrest High School.

“I do the knitting club and I’m teaching myself to crochet there,” she said. “I also edited part of the school newspaper this past issue. I’m hoping to coordinate with my associate director and the newspaper editor to see if I can be a freelance writer because I’m not actually in the journalism class.”

When she gets older, Conroy-Tripathi said she would like to be a writer.

She hopes that her strong academic background will get her into a college with a good writing program.

“I want to be an author. I want to write poetry and novels,” she said.

“Doing well in school will definitely help me get into a good college with a good writing program.”

She is exploring a few options and said she considering the Macaulay Honors program at CUNY and the creative writing program at New York University. She also said she is looking into the possibility of obtaining a scholarship to St. John’s University.

Reach Natalia Kozikowska at (718)357-7400 Ext. 123 or nkozikowska@queenspress.com or @nkozikowska.

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The DREAM Act Inches Closer To Reality

By Trisha sakhuja Staff Writer The New York State DREAM Act may be closer to becoming a reality this year.

Both State Sen. Jose Peralta (D-East Elmhurst) and Assemblyman Francisco Moya (D-Jackson Heights) said this year may mark a victory for the dreamers, because they see viable support among the State Senate to pass the bill.

The DREAM Act would allow undocumented students who meet instate tuition requirements access to

state financial aid, such as the Tuition Assistance Program, and scholarships for higher education.

Passing this bill would allow the thousands who have attended New York schools from kindergarten through 12th grades to come out of limbo after graduating high school, ineligible to receive federal tuition assistance, scholarships, grants or loans, Moya said.

Peralta said with the four members of the Independent Democratic Caucus fully supporting the bill, they are getting closer and closer to their goals.

“We need 32 votes to make this a reality,” he said. “If we can get one Republican [State Senator] that puts us at our magic number, then it’s smooth sailing in the [State] Assembly.”

A total of $25 million would go into the education budget under the DREAM Act, which is the equivalent of two percent of the overall TAP budget and only 0.01 percent of the State’s annual education budget, Moya said.

Moya added that many have misconceptions about the bill and it stems from not fully reading or understanding the bill.

“This will not take away spots from citizens of the country. These dreamers have to meet a certain criteria just like everyone else does. They have to have a certain academic and economic threshold,” he said.

“If you graduate from college, you are going to earn more money and then you are most likely going to stay in New York State, you are going to pay into taxes; you are going to get a better paying job. So the State actually ends up winning,” Peralta said.

Reach Trisha Sakhuja at (718) 3577400, Ext. 128, tsakhuja@queenstribune.com, or @Tsakhuja13.

Lancman Talks Committee Assignments Although he did not receive any chairmanships, Councilman Rory Lancman (D-Hillcrest) did grab seats on all three committees dealing with public safety, an assignment he said he looks forward to undertaking.

Lancman talked to the Queens Tribune about the role he plans to have in the Public Safety, Fire and Criminal Justice and Juvenile Justice Committees, as well as in his other three assignments; Consumer Affairs, Environmental Protection and

Blasio and Police CommisOversight and Investigasioner William Bratton are tions. pushing for, Lancman said Even though Lancman he is excited about the obwas one of only four counligation those safety comcilmembers to not receive mittees have to switch proa committee chairmanship, cedures up without causing he took the snub in stride, an increase in crime. saying that it is simple math “I want to make sure we that not everyone gets a title transition out of the Stop and and that he will still have Frisk era. I will closely examplenty to do without one. ine Commissioner Bratton’s “I have a full plate, I’m Councilman not worried about that,” he Rory Lancman policies that he’s going to implement,” he said. said. “I don’t need to chair In terms of his other three comany old committee just to chair one.”

Given the changes Mayor Bill de mittee assignments, Lancman said he

finds all of them to be equally important. While Oversight and Investigations is a committee that only gets moving when something needs to be looked into, the councilman does want to make sure both consumers and businesses are protected and not used as the City’s bankroll. He also said that the City has to adapt to changing weather patterns.

“Our Sandy response is equally matched with environmental issues,” Lancman said.

Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 3577400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstribune.com, or @Joey788.

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MTA To Renovate Flushing LIRR Station

BY JOE MARVILLI Staff Writer A plan to renovate the entrances to the Flushing-Main Street Long Island Rail Road station has been approved.

On Jan. 29, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board unanimously voted in favor of an effort by the MTA and LIRR to acquire the property at 40-36 Main St. using the New York Eminent Domain Procedure Law, in order to construct elevators and staircases to the station platform, making the stop handicap accessible.

The MTA said the elevator and stairway would be a safer, more accessible entry point for commuters and would update the station to come into alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The current entrance is an alley off of 40th Road and the nearest ADA accessible stop is Broadway Station, located two miles away.

The rehabilitation of the Flushing-Main Street station on the Port Washington branch will cost around $8.5 million, an amount that was paid for in the MTA’s 2005-2009 Capital Program. Improvements that will be added include the construction of two new elevators, platform railings, lighting and warning stripes to support ADA compliance and improved safety. The existing platform lighting

by the MTA,” Koo said. fixtures and platform railings Meng said that she had been were installed in 1987 and are pushing for the upgrades since out of date with the code. she was in the State Assembly.

The property is directly “I cannot be happier to see north of the LIRR bridge overplans for the upgrades finally pass structure. At the moment, moving forward,” she said. it is occupied by Ou Jiang City “The Flushing station is in need Supermarket. In order to inof critical renovations in order stall and maintain a new elevato serve the growing the needs tor for the Manhattan-bound of Flushing residents.” train platform, the existing Many community and civic building will be demolished. leaders have come out in supThe MTA Real Estate Dept. port of the project, including is working to reach an agreeformer Comptroller John Liu, ment with the supermarket, former Borough President with discussions still in progA rendering of what the new LIRR station in Claire Shulman and the Flushress. ing Business Improvement While there was an AA Flushing would look like after renovations.

District.

Plaza food vendor where the “If the project can be carried out as “I honestly think the Long Island eastbound elevator would go, it had been seized late last year by the MTA planned, access to the station will be Rail Road is an eyesore in the heart of through eminent domain, according significantly improved and the eleva- downtown Flushing. It’s about time,” tors will make Flushing Main Street the BID’s executive director, Dian Yu, to spokesman Salvatore Arena.

This project came together when handicapped accessible for the first said. “It’s definitely a good start that they are looking to start this new projunallocated funds from the LaGuardia time,” he said.

On Oct. 28, 2013, the MTA had a ect. I think it’s good for our reputation Airport Access project were re-allocated to MTA agencies. As a result, the public hearing about the project. Both as well.”

Community Board 7 also said it LIRR got an additional $16 million for Councilman Peter Koo (D-Flushing) and a representative for U.S. Rep. was happy the project was moving its 2005-2009 Capital Program.

Design work is underway, with a Grace Meng (D-Flushing) expressed forward.

“Wonderful...this is long overdue,” tentative construction start date in their support for the project, with Koo 2015, if the land acquisition is com- adding that he would like the super- district manager Marilyn Bitterman pleted. Arena said that the work market owner to be well-compensat- said.

Reach Joe Marvilli at (718) 357should not affect commuters. If it does ed.

“I am glad to see that the renova- 7400, Ext. 125, jmarvilli@queenstriinterfere at any point, the LIRR would tion project has finally been approved bune.com, or @Joey788. let customers know far ahead of time.

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POLICE BLOTTER 102nd Precinct City EmployEE ArrEstEd – At 1 a.m. on Feb. 3, police arrested Edward Vazquez, 41, an off-duty City Dept. of Sanitation worker, and charged him with endangering the welfare of a child.

108th Precinct City EmployEE ArrEstEd – At 7:10 a.m. on Feb. 3, police arrested Albert Robles, 37, an off-duty NYPD officer, and charged him with DWI. BurglAry – The NYPD is asking the public’s assistance locating the following suspect wanted for a burglary.

At 6 p.m. on Jan. 30, in the vicinity of 50th Street and 43rd Avenue, a suspect approached a 65-year-old female as she was entering her apartment. Once inside, he threw her to the ground, punching her in the head. The victim sustained bruising and swelling to her lip. The suspect fled on foot without taking any property.

The suspect is described as a white male with light-colored hair, approximately 50-60 years old and weighing 170-190 lbs. He was last seen wearing a baseball cap, dark clothing and white sneakers.

Anyone with information should call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at (800) 577-TIPS, visit www. nypdcrimestoppers.com or text tips to 274637 (CRIMES), then enter TIP577.

All calls are confidential.

110th Precinct

pEdEstriAn struCk – At 5:55 p.m. on Feb. 3, officers responded to 911 calls of a pedestrian struck in the vicinity of 74th Street and Broadway.

Upon arrival, officers determined that an unidentified female was crossing Broadway when she was struck by a Q35 bus making a right turn on Broadway. EMS responded and pronounced the female dead on the scene.

The driver of the bus remained on the scene.

115th Precinct roBBEry pAttErn – The NYPD is asking the public’s assistance locating and identifying the following suspect sought for questioning in connection with a livery car robbery pattern that occurred within the confines of the 104th and 115th Precincts.

The first incident occurred at 12:43 a.m. on Oct. 12, within the 115th Precinct. A driver was dispatched to 2744 Ericsson St. Upon arrival, the first suspect entered the rear of the vehicle and displayed a firearm, while the second suspect removed the victim’s property. No injuries were reported at this incident.

The second incident occurred at 12:15 a.m. Jan. 8, within the confines of the 104th Precinct. A driver was dispatched to 1716 Stephen St. Upon arrival, the first suspect asked the driver to open the trunk while the second suspect displayed a firearm and demanded property. The victim was struck in the face, did not comply and the suspects fled without property.

Minor injuries were reported.

The third incident occurred at 5:28 a.m. on Jan. 21 within the 115th Precinct. The driver was dispatched to 2740 Ericsson St. Upon arrival, the suspect asked the driver to open the truck, displayed a firearm and demanded property. The victim complied and the suspect fled with the property. No injuries were reported at this incident.

The fourth incident occurred at 6:10 a.m. on Jan. 24. A driver was dispatched to 27-40 Ericsson St. Upon arrival, the suspect asked the driver to open the trunk, displayed a firearm and demanded property. The victim did not comply and the suspect fled without property. No injuries were reported from this incident.

Anyone with information should call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at (800) 577-TIPS, visit www. nypdcrimestoppers.com or text tips to 274637 (CRIMES), then enter TIP577.

All calls are confidential.

113th Precinct roBBEry – The NYPD is asking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the following suspect, wanted in connection with a robbery.

At 8:40 a.m. on Jan. 18, in the vicinity of 140-15 Rockaway Blvd., a male suspect approached a male victim and demanded money. The victim complied and was then shot in the torso.

The victim was treated and released from Jamaica Hospital.

Anyone with information should call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at (800) 577-TIPS, visit www. nypdcrimestoppers.com or text tips to 274637 (CRIMES), then enter TIP577.

All calls are confidential.

Got info?

Call Crimestoppers at 1-800-577-tiPS (8477) or text tips to CRiMES (274637) then enter TIPS577

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LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

Michelle Ridgely Vintage Couture Tailoring LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 1/13/14. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 95-22 63rd Road #103, Rego Park, NY 11374. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on DEC 16 2013 bearing Index Number NC-001158-13/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Jamie (Last) Ramos Flores My present name is (First) Jaime (Last) Ramos Flores (infant) My present address is 78-10 Jamaica Ave., Woodhaven, NY 11421 My place of birth is Queens, NY My date of birth is May 28, 2011 ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on JAN 22 2014 bearing Index Number NC-001203-13/QU, a copy of which may be examined at the

Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Isabel (Middle) Cuesta (Last) Tena My present name is (First) Isabel (Last) Tena aka Melida Isabel Cuesta Freire aka MeIida Isabel Tena aka Isabel C Tena aka Isabel Cuesta My present address is 56-05 31st Ave Apt 6P, Woodside, NY 11377 My place of birth is Riobamba, Ecuador My date of birth is April 19, 1924 ________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: FIVE BOROUGHS PERFECT HOMES LLC. Articles of organization filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 10/01/2013. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 130-18 158th Street, Jamaica New York 11434. Purpose: Any lawful activity. ________________________ Notice of Qualification of Schlegel Holdings, LLC. Authority filed with NY Dept. of State on 1/2/14. Office location: Queens County. LLC

formed in DE on 12/26/13. NY Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: c/o Century Fasteners Corp., 5020 Ireland St., Elmhurst, NY 11373, principal business address. Regd. agent upon whom process may be served: CT Corporation System, 111 8th Ave., NY, NY 10011. DE address of LLC: 1209 Orange St., Wilmington, DE 19801.

Cert. of Form. filed with DE Sec. of State, 401 Federal St., Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: all lawful purposes. ________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on DEC 03 2013 bearing Index Number NC-001123-13/ QU, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435, grants me the right to: Assume the name of (First) Juliana (Middle) Joy (Last) Falcone My present name is (First) Juliana (Middle) Joy (Last) McLennan (infant) My present address is 58-05 82nd Street, Middle Village, NY 11379-5332 My place of birth is Brooklyn, NY My date of birth is February 08, 2011

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Show Them The money

Council Questions Library’s CEO Over Salary

BY NATALIA KOZIKOWSKA and TRISHA SAKHUJA

Queens Library CEO Thomas Galante was in the hot seat at Wednesday’s City Council oversight hearing.

City and the Union on a City-wide basis and not within the Library’s control.

“That said, since 2008, the Library has provided 513 well-deserved promotions for our employees,” he said.

“This includes 33 custodial, maintenance and logistics employees, 63 clerical employees and 331 librarians.

These individuals were recognized for their hard work, and rewarded with higher titles and well-deserved salary increases.”

He went on to say that last fall, library officials developed and implemented a reclassification of the community libraries that created promotional opportunities for public service employees across all categories, resulting in 15 of their custodial employees being promoted in the last month.

For nearly three hours, council members grilled the chief executive officer about his $391,594 salary and $140,000 worth of office renovations– perks Galante referred to as “average” compensation in the non-profit sector earlier in the week.

Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside), the newly appointed Majority Leader, who is also chairman of the Cultural Affairs and Libraries Committee, called for the oversight hearing following media allegations that taxpayer dollars were used to fund the new office space, which inGalante’s Six-Figure cludes a private outdoor Salary smoking area.

As for Galante’s high Those who particiannual salary, Public pated in the hearing were Advocate Letitia James particularly troubled by said there has been a Galante’s six-figure salThomas Galante lot of media attention ary and lavish upgrades when weighing in the library’s mas- surrounding his executive pay, which sive budget cuts, which have resulted comes from City tax-payers and is apin more than 100 employees being laid proved by the Library’s board.

“Is it your position that this salary off over the past five years.

The council members seemed per- that you receive is consistent with Liplexed that library employees have brary presidents in this nation?” she gone without raises since 2008, but said.

Galante said he agrees that his salGalante is earning more than Mayor ary is not consistent with many of the Bill de Blasio.

In regards to the many library em- nation’s presidents, but went on to arployees who have gone without raises, gue his salary is pegged according to Galante said the library’s budget took what other non-profits across the City a hit beginning in 2008, when it saw pay on average, which is the “normal multi-million dollar government op- competitive amount.”

Councilwoman Liz Crowley (Derating funding reductions every six Middle Village) continued to press months.

“Today, our government operating Galante’s annual salary by stating funding is $16 million (or 17 percent) his annual compensation is too high less than it was in 2008,” he said. “Since based on other non-profits that do not 80 percent of our operating budget rely on City tax-payers as much as the funds the cost of employees to operate Central Library does.

Galante said he believes his comour libraries, these significant funding reductions resulted in a hiring freeze pensation is “fair.”

Crowley said his salary should and the reduction of 253 positions.”

Galante said hard-working employ- be aligned with that of a City Comees have not seen a general wage in- missioner and his management staff crease since 2008, which is a matter of should be aligned with that a City their contract, negotiated between the management.

The City Council held an oversight hearing on Wednesday following media allegations that taxpayer money was used to fund Thomas Galante’s lavish new office space.

“You said your last five years have been tough, for you, for your management, but the numbers I have seen indicate that you have received $32,000 in raises, that the top management of Queens Library have received $10 to $32,000 in raises, all this while your workforce has been reduced by 253 in the field,” Crowley said.

Furthermore, in 2010 when the library’s budget underwent negotiation, Crowley reminded Galante that he promised there would be more layoffs, but 44 library employees were compensated that year alone.

“Your workforce in the library is continuously asked to do more with less,” Crowley said.

Galante was repeatedly asked if he earns outside income by several councilmembers, including Eric Ulrich (ROzone Park).

Galante insisted that he will not talk about his outside income, because this hearing is held to learn about the library’s operations.

“I am disappointed by some of your answers today,” Ulrich said.

“Every other elected official who is a stakeholder and an investor in the public library system has a lot of work to do to restore the public confidence in our ability to serve them with public libraries.”

Outsourcing Union Jobs Van Bramer said he opposes outsourcing contract workers and pressured Galante about the Queens Library Administration’s decision to replace its union workers with lowerpaid private contractors to clean the Central Branch in Jamaica and Flushing Library Branch.

Galante responded by saying “it really is a matter of money in the end.”

Galante said many difficult decisions have been made along the way, including the use of contract cleaners.

He went on to say that by hiring contract cleaners, they saved half a million dollars a year.

“We opened the Flushing library

on Sundays with that savings, which is about a $200,000 cost, and we implemented a promotional advancement program for our custodial staff, librarian staff [and] our clerical staff,” he said.

“Our custodians are the best there are,” Galante said. “They handle a wide variety of responsibilities that are crucial to library operations. However, given the operating funding reductions and looming operating budget reductions in the City’s Financial Plan, it became necessary to further supplement their work with contract cleaners. The right to do so was negotiated between the Union and the Library. Not a single custodian lost his or her job.”

In August, Joanne King, communications director for Queens Library, claimed the cash-strapped library made the difficult decision to contract out in an effort to make room in the budget for additional resources.

“It [the money saved] is part of the library’s operating budget and is used to provide public service,” King wrote in an email from August. “Every dollar is either allocated to books, to staff, to utilities or similar.”

Galante said that even though he has the highest regard for the union that represents his hard-working employees, they do not always agree.

“But we share a commitment to high-quality library service; to more good jobs that people can raise families on; and to working together to make a significant difference in people’s lives,” Galante said.

On a closing note, Van Bramer said he looks forward to Galante’s commitment to ending the practice of contracting out the Library’s custodial staff.

“This hearing, while difficult for you and your team here, is an important piece of our oversight responsibilities and getting us to a better place, but it does not in any way diminish the importance of the library and the amazing work that is done at the libraries,” Van Bramer said.

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Push to Create Liberty Ave. BID Begins

By Luis Gronda Staff Writer A local community leader is spearheading a project that hopes to give Liberty Avenue its own Business Improvement District.

Although other major corridors in Queens, like Jamaica Avenue in Woodhaven, Myrtle Avenue in Ridgewood and Sutphin Boulevard in Jamaica have their own Business Improvement Districts, the same cannot be said for Liberty Avenue, the major shopping district for Richmond Hill residents.

Vishnu Mahadeo, the president of the Richmond Hill Economic Development Corp., is looking to change that and is turning the wheels on getting the BID approved by the end of this year.

Business Improvement Districts often bring needed City-wide services to major business thoroughfares like more garbage pickup and to bring more foot traffic to the area.

According to Mahadeo, garbage bins along the corridor are often filled to the brim with trash and it is not picked up often enough, leading to an eyesore for residents shopping on the avenue.

“It’s a sick site,” he said, describ-

ing the piles of garbage that can be seen daily.

One of his goals for the BID is to advocate for more frequent sanitation service on Liberty.

He also hopes that establishing a BID will lead to different types of businesses on the avenue, an area that is already bustling with diversity.

The Ozone Park rezoning, which was passed by the City Council late last year and includes Richmond Hill, could allow other establishments to open in the area, expediting the need for a BID, Mahadeo said.

“That is one of the additional reasons to push for the BID,” he said.

The possible BID has already received the support of State Sen. James Sanders (D-South Ozone Park) and the Queens Economic Development Corp.

According to Mahadeo, they have identified the BID’s boundary, from Woodhaven Boulevard to the Van Wyck Expressway, and now they must hold a series of public meetings to identify the needs of the community that would be affected.

Other steps that must be com-

pleted include approval by the Community Boards it covers, the Dept. of City Planning and finally, the City Council.

Mahadeo said the goal is to have

the BID approved by the end of 2014.

Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 3577400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune.com, or @luisgronda.

Crystal Windows Execs Expand Roles Flushing-based Crystal Window and Door Systems announced that Steve Chen, the company’s executive vice president, assumed the title of chief operating officer. Founder and president, Thomas Chen, also takes the title of chief executive officer.

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In his new role as Crystal CEO, organization, and provides oversight for the window and door production Thomas Chen will focus primarily on strategic initiatives related to new facility in Chicago.

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Queens Readies For Romantics On Valentine’s Day

BY JOE MARVILLI and LUIS GRONDA Staff Writers

When it comes to Valentine’s Day, Queens couples have a bevy of options to keep their romances going strong.

The Borough has a wealth of restaurants and entertainment options that make for superb dates during any time of year. For Feb. 14 though, many places make sure to increase the romanticism and love, whether it is just for a candlelit dinner, a theater performance or more.

When it comes to restaurants, couples can find delightful meals and specials for a wonderful and tasty evening with your significant other.

Trattoria Neo is one such restaurant. The Whitestone eatery will feature a performance by guitarist John Ducroiset from 7 to 10 p.m. With songs that mix together Latin, Mediterranean, Brazilian, flamenco and rock styles, he will be sure to add another degree of warmth to any couple’s evening.

In addition, Trattoria Neo will have a pre-fixe four course menu, with an appetizer, salad, pasta, entrée, with a special Valentine’s dessert and coffee bonus available for $49.95 per person. The restaurant is located at 15-01 149th St. and can be reached at (718) 767-1110.

Trattoria 35 in Bayside will have a special Valentine’s Day menu for the

14th. They will be handling business slightly different than most establishments. They will not have a pre-fixe menu and seats will be on a firstcome, first-serve basis.

Arturo M., a manager at Trattoria 35, said that customers fill the restaurant every Valentine’s Day, in part, because they like that the menu is not pre-fixe.

Another reason for its popularity, Arturo said, is customers say it is a perfect type of establishment to take your significant for dinner.

“They find it to be a romantic place,” he said.

He added that they shorten their menu for the day because of the high volume of people who eat at the restaurant, allowing to provide faster service to its customers. According to Arturo, they pick the most popular dishes to be on the menu that day.

Russo’s On The Bay, a catering hall in Howard Beach, will host a Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance on Feb

13, the day before the holiday.

The event will offer appetizers, pasta, entrées and an open bar. It will begin at 7 p.m. and end at midnight.

DJ Satisfaction Guaranteed will provide the music for the dinner. It costs $80 for a ticket.

If you are interested in attending the dinner dance, call (718) 843-5055 to make a reservation.

It is recommended that you get reservations for all these restaurants or any others you may consider for Valentine’s Day. Maurizio Vendittelli, the general manager of Il Bacco in Little Neck, said that the holiday is a very busy day for all restaurants.

“Valentine’s Day is one of those days where the restaurant tends to flourish,” he said. “It’ll be a beautiful night, I’m sure.”

If dinner is not enough for you, there are plenty of events happening on Valentine’s Day that can add some excitement to the day.

At 8 p.m. on Feb. 14, Queens College will present “Love is Good: An Evening with Christine Andreas.” For this romantic performance, the Broadway actress and singer will be joined by her husband, composer Martin Silvestri. For tickets, call the box office at (718) 793-8080.

In Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the Queens Theatre will hold a 2 p.m. production of William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” Widely considered one of The Bard’s funniest and most

Christine Andreas will perform at Queens College for Valentine’s Day. romantic plays, the Aquila Theatre will add their brand of innovation and theatricality to the stage. Tickets can be bought by calling (718) 760-0064.

The Laughing Devil Comedy Club will give couples a chance to laugh together with its Valentine’s Weekend Spectacular. Starting at 8 p.m., this show will feature a lineup of comedians debating the he-said/she-said parts of everyday life. Tickets are $30 and come with two soft drinks, glasses of wine or draft beers.

Resorts World Casino will get couples moving for its “2 of Hearts Concert,” with Latin musicians Brenda K. Star, Tito Puente Jr., Coro, and DJ Nicky G. Hosted by Vic Latino, this concert will kick off at 8 p.m.

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Expert Tips For An Emotional Valentine’s Day

With the onslaught of roses, hearts and cherubs, it’s easy to think Valentine’s Day is all about women, but men deserve something special too.

You don’t need to gift luscious chocolates or a new designer watch to get the ultimate Valentine’s Day reaction.

This year, more women are thinking ahead to create customized cards for their beaus that truly speak from the heart - and men are responding with tears of joy.

An amazing Valentine’s Day card will tell the story of your relationship through beautiful images, heartfelt messages and premium materials, according to Joseph Joyce, creative director for online greeting card brand Cardstore.com. This visual representation of your love can tug at heartstrings. In fact, 88 percent of men and 90 percent of women say a strong man isn’t afraid to show his true emotions, according to a recent Cardstore.com survey conducted by Harris Interactive, and these cards may inspire just such an emotionallyfueled response.

Joyce offers these tips for creating the perfect Valentine’s Day card for your man: Take Your Time “Choose something you love about your relationship; it could be conversations you have, an activity you do together, parenting together, any-

thing,” Joyce said. “Then, think about adjectives that describe the other person in those situations: loving, happy, giving, thoughtful or romantic. This will help you choose a card that speaks to your relationship and help you decide if you’d like to be funny, romantic, thoughtful, or all of the above.”

Don’t worry if you can’t think of the perfect card; take the stress out of finding the right one by leaving some time to look.- Browsing the fantastic options online is sure to get your creative juices flowing.

authentic and memorable.”

Try choosing a photo that highlights an unforgettable moment you shared together and incorporate it into your card.

You might tuck a printed photo inside the card, but to really impress, consider designing your card online with your personal photos.

Personalize “Personalization is a huge trend,” Joyce says. “Creating something custom for someone is very special, and easier with current technology. We also continue to see design trends like chalkboard, beautiful handlettering and flirty card-copy.”

Remember, a card is more Be Yourself than just a piece of paper. It Your Valentine’s Day tells the recipient how you truly card should represent you feel and, with the right touches, and the feelings you have will inspire tears of joy, laughter for your partner. “Be yourand love. self, speak from the heart, “People really like the keepand let the card be the sake aspect of the cards. With card,” says Joyce. “In other so many digital photos floatwords, you don’t have to try to sound like a greeting Planning and personalization can make any ing around, there’s something wonderful about a printed photo card because that part’s al- Valentine’s Day filled with emotion. card on heavy paper stock that ready done for you. Just be honest and say what you feel.” too,” says Joyce. “It’s because photos people love,” says Joyce. “Cards that are so rich in detail and emotion, and tell your story, or have photos that are Incorporate Photography one photo can tell the whole story of specific to your relationships, become “Do you have trouble deleting pho- a single moment in time. Candid and more meaningful.”

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Lunar New Year Kicks Off At School

Students at PS 46, the Alley Pond School in Bayside, kicked off the Lunar New Year with festivities at the school Tuesday morning. At left, first graders show off their martial arts skills with a demonstration. At right, students perform the “Dance of the Wind,” meant to welcome spring, as one of the final performances of the celebration. The Lunar New Year parade, honoring the year of the horse, will be held in Flushing on Saturday, Feb. 8, starting at 11 a.m. Photos by Joe Marvilli.

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Queens Borough President Melinda Katz spoke at the ”Evening of Fine Food” fundraiser held on behalf of the Queens Center for Progress, which provides vital services to people with developmental disabilities, on Jan. 28. The two honorees at the event at Terrace on The Park were former Queens Borough President Claire Shulman (left) and Joseph Sciame (second from right), the vice president of community relations for St. John’s University. Katz, Shulman and Sciame are shown in the photo along with Charles Houston, executive director of the Queens Center for Progress.

Taking A Trip To Albany

Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder took a break from his schedule to practice yoga with dozens of seniors at the Catholic Charities Peter J. Striano Senior Residence in Howard Beach.

District Office Opening

During an open house for Councilman Paul Vallone’s new district office, the newly-elected Councilman (right) greets Kevin Ryan, president of the Northeast Queens Republican Club, and a former staffer for Vallone’s predecessor, Dan Halloran. Photo by Joe Marvilli.

A delegation from the City Council visited Albany last week to discuss issues with the state legislature. While in Albany, City Council members met with other legislators.

Pictured (from left) are Councilmen Mark Weprin and Jimmy Van Bramer, State Sen. Toby Stavisky, Councilwomen Julissa Ferreras and Karen Koslowitz and Councilmen James Vacca and Daniel Dromm.

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LEISURE

Woodhaven Native Drives Wienermobile

By Luis Gronda Staff Writer If you see a giant hot dog on wheels strolling down your block, do not be alarmed: It is just the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.

The traveling hot dog car has been traveling across the country with a twoperson crew, including Woodhaven native Amanda Vazquez.

Vazquez became interested in going on the year-long voyage when the company, Kraft Foods, visited Penn State University, where she went to college.

She said the prospect of traveling the country for one year appealed to her because it was a “once in a lifetime” chance.

“It was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up,” Vazquez said.

There are six different Wienermobiles traveling the U.S., each assigned to different parts of the country. Vazquez’s car traveled the southwestern United States last year and will tour the northeast this year.

She, along with a colleague, has traveled parts of the United States attending parades, festivals, 5K runs and wherever else they are invited to. At each stop, people gather around the

vehicle and take photos with the 27foot hot dog on wheels. Vazquez said people are allowed to take a tour inside the weinermobile.

Inside the car, the vehicle is made of aspects that you would associate with eating a hot dog: the floor is made of ketchup and mustard-colored tiles, and the carpet is splattered with condiments.

Vazquez said she drove the car from New York to San Diego last year, exploring much of the southwestern United States, including Los Angeles, Colorado and Utah. Her favorite state to visit was Arizona, she said, because she got to visit tourist areas like the Antelope Canyon.

This year, she will drive the hot dog mobile through states like Ohio, Kentucky and Pennsylvania.

Recently, she brought the wienermobile to her neighborhood in Woodhaven. Vazquez said she parked the car on Jamaica Avenue and Forest Parkway and let curious on-lookers see the vehicle up close.

“It was nice to share it with people and put a smile on their face,” she said.

In the seven months since her journey began, Vazquez said she has

Red Storm Starting To Show Potential St. John’s is beginning to show its potential, winning four of its last five games following an impressive victory last Saturday against Marquette. The Red Storm are 13-9 overall and 3-6 in Big East play heading into Thursday night’s game at Providence.

“They’ve just been on this steady climb since halftime of the Georgetown game,” head coach Steve Lavin said.

It was a month ago when the Red Storm were down 42-16 at halftime to the Hoyas. According to JaKarr Sampson, it was the low point of the season.

Then came the heartbreakers for a team that Lavin called “snakebit in terms of the number of close losses.”

A game slipped out of grasp against Villanova; a two-point loss at DePaul; a stunning double overtime loss at home to Providence was bitter.

“We were very disappointed that we lost because we had the game won,” guard Sir’ Dominic Pointer said. “We found a way to lose and that’s our fault.”

A victory against Dartmouth got the Johnnies back in the win column.

St. John’s held off Seton Hall for its first Big East win of the season after five consecutive losses, and then went on the road and defeated Butler. After a loss in the final seconds on the road to Creighton, the Red Storm came back to Madison Square Garden and dispatched the Golden Eagles.

“This is four out of five wins for us and we have some great momentum,” said D’Angelo Harrison after his 27-point performance led St. John’s to a win over Marquette.

“Everything is moving in the right direction and everyone just bought in.”

“I actually think we have played better in some of the recent games that we lost,” Lavin said. “It’s one of the mysteries of the game that makes it tough to figure.”

The winning coach went on to say that “sometimes you play really well and lose, sometimes you play ok and win.”

For the coaches and players who get to see everything, the turnaround is not a surprise.

“We always have great practices and it’s finally clicking now,” said Harrison.

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learned a lot about herself, mainly to have fun in life and go with the flow of the moment.

She will continue driving the hot dog car until June. When asked about her plans post-Wienermobile, she said she hopes to get a job in the field she obtained her degree in. She graduated Penn State as a Public Relations major.

Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 3577400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune. com, or @luisgronda.

Woodhaven native Amanda Vazquez is riding the Wienermobile throughout the United States for one year. Recently, she brought the vehicle to Queens, parking it on Jamiaca Avenue and Forest Parkway and giving on-lookers the chance to explore it.

Queens Filmmaker Launches Online Crowdfunding Campaign

By Trisha sakhuja Staff Writer Jackson Heights native and veteran filmmaker Joe Eckardt is hoping that an Indiegogo campaign will help pay for his next feature film.

“I Ride Alone” is the true story of Vietnam vet and devoted biker Kevin Benedec, who has overcome incredible obstacles to put his life back on track.

The story picks up as his mother passes away and he loses his way again. In order to find answers; and put his life together again – he jumps on his bike and rides across country to find himself. It is there that the next adventure begins.

Joe’s brother and one of the producers of the film, Jorge Eckardt, said it is a very gripping story.

“It’s dramatic and we think it’s going to translate really well on the big screen,” he said.

Joe said the film would appeal to anybody who has overcome adversity in their life.

The duo’s production company, Rock On! Films, wants to create a film based on a true story that showcases the beautiful landscapes of this country with plenty of bikes and adventurous riding for the bike enthusiast, but in order to do that, they have launched an online crowdfunding campaign with a goal to raise $1.2 million.

Joe said he was instantly drawn to the script of the film, written by Kyrle Rosales, who wrote the story about her brother’s life, but later passed away from cancer.

He said this has become a passion project of his, having worked on it for eight years.

After years of trying to secure fund-

ing the conventional way, they have decided the only way an independent filmmaker can retain control of their project is to secure funding through other means.

The brothers say their online campaign is unique because it will not only fuel their film, but the donors will also have a say in building this project. In return for their contributions, individuals can nominate and vote on important aspects of the project.

Their audience will have the opportunity to choose the music and genre of soundtrack for the film, the lead actor and actress and the supporting actor, as well as the type of bike ridden by the supporting actor, the lead actress and actor.

“Something that bikers like to do is build their own bikes so we designed a campaign where they would have a say in the film,” Joe said.

“Bikers are very a loyal bunch of people and they take care of their own,” Jorge said. “No one has been able to give up that kind of a creative control to the public. We want the people to be heard.”

Joe has directed and produced numerous feature films and documentaries. He has worked with some notable names in the industry – including, but not limited to – Nicolas Cage, Dennis Hopper, Steve Buscemi, Cuba Gooding Jr., Danny Trejo, Corbin Bernsen, Lacey Chabert, Jason Mewes and director Robert Rodriguez to name a few.

To make a contribution towards the film and to have a say, visit www.indiegogo.com/projects/i-ride-alone.

Reach Trisha Sakhuja at (718) 3577400, Ext. 128, tsakhuja@queenstribune. com, or @Tsakhuja13.

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This week marks the beginning of the 2014 Winter Olympics, a sporting event that showcases world-class athletes competing at the highest level of winter sports.

This year’s games will be held in Sochi, Russia, a resort city in southern Russia located just off the Black Sea, bordering Georgia.

Among the most popular sports played at the Winter Olympics include men’s and women’s hockey, figure skating, snowboarding and ski jumping.

For hockey, many of the countries playing in the games will comprise of players from the National Hockey League, including the United States, New York Rangers captain Ryan CallaCanada and Russia, who are han is a member of the U.S. men’s nalooking to capture the gold on tional hockey team. their home ice.

If you watch the NHL on a daily ing, the women’s team will also try to basis, you will see a different game bring home the gold. Ashley Wagner during the Olympics. Some of the headlines the group of skaters. The 2012 major differences include a bigger ice and 2013 U.S. champion is competing surface. The average size of an NHL in her first Olympics.

The group also includes Mirai Narink is 200-feet-long and 85-feet-wide; for European rinks, it is 210-feet-long gasu, who represented USA during the Vancouver games, and Gracie Gold, and 98-feet-wide.

While fighting is commonplace in who finished second at the 2013 figure the NHL, in international hockey, it is skating championship.

Shaun White is one of the most almost non-existent because you are ejected from the game if you fight. In popular winter athletes, and he will the NHL, it is only a five-minute major represent USA at the Winter Olympics once again. The 27-year-old snowpenalty.

The American men’s team faces a boarder is a two-time gold medalist, tough road to, at the minimum, repeat winning first place in the half pipe in their silver medal performance from 2006 and 2010.

Besides White, other American the Vancouver games in 2010. Canada, once again, will bring a strong team to snowboarders at the games include the games. And then there are other Chas Guldemond, Eric Willett and Kelly Clark, who won gold during the contenders like Sweden and Russia.

The U.S. will bring back several play- 2002 games in Salt Lake City and took ers who were on the team four years home the bronze in 2010.

Ski jumping was added to the Winter ago, including goaltender Ryan Miller, forward Patrick Kane and defensemen Olympics for the first time this year and Sarah Hendrickson will lead the Ryan Suter.

The New York Rangers will be well- women’s team that is expected to comrepresented on Team USA, with Ryan pete for the gold. Hendrickson secured Callahan, Derek Stepan and Ryan Mc- the overall title for America at the 2012 Donagh all going to Sochi. New York World Cup for USA, winning nine out Islanders forward Kyle Okposo did not of the 13 cups at that competition.

Other aspects of the games to watch make the team, which many considered a notable omission from the roster. out for include the Jamaican bobsled Team USA’s first game will be Feb. 13 team, who were made famous by the 1993 cult film, “Cool Runnings,” and against Slovakia.

Canada will also boast a star-stud- the Norwegian Curling team, whose ded roster, including Sidney Crosby, stylish pants made them an Internet Steven Stamkos and New York Islanders sensation in 2010.

Reach Luis Gronda at (718) 357forward John Tavares, and is looking to 7400, Ext. 127, lgronda@queenstribune. repeat as gold-medal champions.

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Wind & stonE

Flushing Town Hall will present a concert by Wind & Stone, a World Music Project by gamin and Satoshi Takeishi.

The former is a renowned piri, taepyeongso and saengwhang player and the latter is a percussionist and arranger.

The duo will present both traditional and contemporary Korean music, including the world premiere of Korean composer Yoon-Ji Lee’s composition. The show will start at 8 p.m. and costs $15 for the general audience and $10 for students/members. For information, call (718) 463-7700.

dEssErt tastinG

Rudy’s Bakery and Café will host a dessert tasting at its Ridgewood location, 905 Seneca Ave. Try desserts like chocolate peanut butter tart, tiramisu, Granny Smith apple crisp lemon meringue tart and dark chocolate mousse cups.

It costs $15 to get in. The tasting will be at 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 p.m.

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lunar nEW yEar paradE

Goldstein Theatre in Queens College with a diverse and rich repertory of more than 100 works by the leading choreographers and emerging artists of today. The works explore the diversity of Latino culture through the fusion of classical, Latin and contemporary dance. The performance will start at 8 p.m. and repeat the next day at 3 p.m. Tickets range between $29 and $49. For more information or to buy tickets, call (718) 544-2996.

HEart association FundraisEr

New Olympia Health Club, located at 65-06 Fresh Pond Road, Ridgewood, will host a fundraiser for the American Heart Association, starting at 11 a.m. The event is sponsored by SELF Magazine. Registration costs $20.

For information, call (347) 463-9779.

livE Bands FundraisEr For lEukEmia and lympHoma Botanical GardEn lunar FEstivitiEs

Queens Botanical Garden will hold its own free celebration following the Lunar New Year Parade in Flushing.

Beginning at 1 p.m., there will be demonstrations of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, where attendees can mix their own herbal tea bags for $5. There will be two performances of the New York Chinese Chorus, accompanied by traditional Chinese instruments, at 2 and 3 p.m. Activities are first come, first served and supplies are limited; limited seating available for both performances. The Garden is located at 43-50 Main St.

BallEt Hispanico

Ballet Hispanico will take the stage at the

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The Queens Chapter of Team in Training is holding a fundraiser at Astoria Tavern for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society from 7 p.m. till midnight. With $10, it supports the LLS and gets you a drink special, plus three bands and a DJ. The bands include Astoria’s Hellgate 3, the Gems of Utter Trash from Brooklyn, Brandon Fitzpatrick and DJ Matt. Drink specials include $3 domestic drafts, mixed drinks, TNT’inis and $4 wine. An additional $10 buys you raffles for a TV, iPad Mini and Rangers tickets for the Feb. 27 game.

sUNDay 2/9 Hanji WorksHop

As part of its Lunar New Year celebrations, Flushing Town Hall will hold a hanji workshop. Korean

The Lunar New Year Parade is the centerpiece of celebrations in Flushing for this holiday. Starting at 10 a.m., spectators will get to see dragon dancers, steel drummers and fireworks, plus much more. While there usually are viewing stands, most people watch along Main Street.

folk paintings are drawn on the traditional mulberry paper known as hanji. In this workshop, you can write your wishes for the New Year on hanji and create a one-of-a-kind art piece to take home. The workshop starts at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for the general audience and $8 for members and students.

FacE tHE music: nEW voicEs

The Queens Museum will hold the third in a series of four concerts by Face the Music, the country’s only ensemble for those 18-and-under that is solely devoted to the music of living composers.

Two of the group’s string quartets will perform at the museum, playing Ken Benshoof’s “Traveling Music” and Daniel Bernard Roumain’s “King.” There will be two concerts, at 2 and 4 p.m. For more information, call (718) 592-9700.

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Members of the Con Brio Ensemble will perform works by Schumann, Brahms and Schubert at 4:30 p.m. in the Church in the Gardens, 50 Ascan Ave., Forest Hills.

Admission is $12, $10 for students and seniors. For information, call (718) 4591277.

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DJ Walter. All seniors are invited for the festivities.

The senior center is located at 155-55 Cross Bay Blvd.

The party will run from 1 to 3 p.m.

Located in front of the Forest Hills Post Office on 70th Avenue, this neighborhood green market boasts a variety of locallygrown fresh products. The market offers free cooking demonstrations, kids activities and the opportunity to mingle with neighbors. The market is open every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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The Laughing Devil Comedy Club in Long Island City will present The Queens of Queens, a mostly-LGBT comedy show hosted by comedian Adam Sank.

Headlining is Vanessa Hollingshead from Comedy Central Presents. The show is $10 with a two-item minimum. For information, visit www.laughingdevil.com.

arm WrEstlinG sHoWdoWn

The New York Arm Wrestling Association will host the inaugural Sit-Down Arm Wrestling Championships, 1 p.m. at Cheap Shots Sports Bar, 14905 Union Turnpike, Flushing. Competition is open to the public. For information, visit www.nycarms.com.

TUEsDay 2/11 valEntinE’s dancE party

The Howard Beach Senior Center will be having a Valentine’s Day Dance Party hosted by

The next Navigating the Medical System Lecture will start 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Etz Chaim, 147-19 73rd Ave., Kew Garden Hills.

Emmanuel Moustakakis, M.D., director, Coronary Care unit, and Maria Miccio, exercise physiologist, NYHQ Cardiac Health Center, will discuss advances in endocrinology and diabetes care.

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A Billy Joel tribute band, called Songs in the Attic, will play Resorts World Casino. The show will start 8 p.m. The casino is located at 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in South Ozone Park.

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QUEENS FOCUS St. Josaphat’s R.C. Church of Bayside will hold a flea market plus Polish meat and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 9 in the Parish Hall, 34-32 210th St., Bayside. For information, call Steve at (718) 224-3052.

Local students have been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at the University of Hartford in Connecticut. They include: Flushing: Gregory Molcznski, Shay Shahin.

Queens Village: Puja Bhardwaj.

Local students were named to the President’s List for the fall 2013 semester at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn. They include: Bayside: Becky Wong, Charles Drakoulias.

Flushing: Jin Hyung Kim, Julie Vorobyov, Kai Xiang Lin, Susan Cho. Queens Village: Kharter Ratliff.

Whitestone: Intiporn Rojanasopondist, Jie Sun, Megan Basaldua.

Jasleen Saini of Queens Village was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at SUNY Canton.

Local students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at SUNY New Paltz. They include: Flushing: Arielle Kovics.

Queens Village: Danit Ianovici, Jaime Latorre.

Whitestone: Laura Molina.

Local students have been admitted to Hofstra University as students for the spring 2014 semester. They include: Bellerose: Erin Guilfoyle.

Douglaston: Erika Cohen.

Flushing: Yuelei Wang, Lakhvir Singh, Karla Sanmartin, Zhangyi Chen.

Queens Village: Milan Patel.

Vivian Chen of Oakland Gardens and Alyssa Wesley of Queens Village were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College.

at Hofstra University. They include: Beechhurst: Teresamarie Governale Little Neck: Shannan Ferry.

Queens Village: Neena Punnoose, Gaitrie Sackichand, Alaysia Williams.

Christopher Rossi of Whitestone was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Ga. Local students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh. They include: Bayside: Fae Kuhnen.

Bellerose: Maria Martori.

College Point: Rosemarie Whyte.

Floral Park: Lauren Epstein.

Flushing: Angelica Cosentino.

Angela Kim of Flushing was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at St. Bonaventure University.

The American-Italian Cancer Foundation’s mobile, no-cost breast cancer screening program will offer screenings on the following days: Feb. 7: Joseph Addabbo Health Center, 6200 Beach Channel Drive, Arverne.

Feb. 12: Queens Health Center, 97-04 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica.

Feb. 13: PS58 – School of Heroes, 72-24 Grand Ave., Maspeth.

Feb. 15: Ecuadorian International Center, 37-47 76th St., Jackson Heights.

Feb. 20: Korean Presbyterian Church of Queens, 143-17 Franklin Ave., Flushing.

Feb. 24: Woodside Optical, 61-8 Woodside Ave., Woodside.

To schedule an appointment, call (877) 628-9090.

Queens Community Cultural Judaism will present a question and answer discussion on Jewish Philosophy, Ethics and Politics, 2 p.m. Feb. 15 at

Cop Of The Month Evelyn DeCoursey (left), 110th Precinct Community Council president, and Deputy Inspector Ronald Leyson (right), commanding officer, presented the Cop of the Month award to Police Officer Michael Johnson (center) and Louis Gerlach (not pictured) at the council’s Jan. 20th meeting. the UUCQ building, corner of 149th Street and Ash Avenue, Flushing. For information, call (718) 380-5362.

The 109th Precinct will accept nominations for the spring Citizens Police Academy class through Feb. 15.

For information, call (718) 321-2268 or (718) 321-2269.

Douglaston Community Theatre will hold auditions for the psychological thriller “Night Must Fall,” by Emlyn Williams, 7:30-9 p.m. on Feb. 10, 11 and 13 at Zion Episcopal Church, Church Street, Douglaston. For information, call (516) 623-3692.

Candace Chau of Flushing received a degree during winter 2014 commencement ceremonies at the University of Delaware.

Nina Lygeris of Flushing was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Alvernia University in Reading, Pa.

Local students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Ithaca College. They include: Bayside: Jacquelyn Kim Reyes.

Flushing: Candace Burton, Jihyun Lee, Kyra Leeds.

Fresh Meadows: Jingqi Wu. Kew Gardens Hills: Rowena Wu. Queens Village: Jasmine Collazo, Davisa Mills, Oyinlola Ogundipe.

Corrine Markovich of Bellerose received a Master of Science degree in communication disorders during fall 2013 commencement ceremonies at SUNY New Paltz.

Local students were named to the Provost’s List for the fall 2013 semester

Town Hall Meeting Assemblyman Mike Miller (center) and South Asians For Empowerment recently hosted a town hall meeting at the Sikh Cultural Society in Richmond Hill to discuss important issues within the South Asian Community.

Local students were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Conn. They include: Bayside: Kevin Cash, Jaime Lynn Moyles, Jenna Patterson.

Flushing: Ali Fadil.

Queens Village: Kayla Kirton, Chrismichael Pertab.

Whitestone: Christina Kulogowski.

Deborah Kosnar of Flushing was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Champlain College in Burlington, Vt. Craig Mellick of Flushing was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Clarkson University in Potsdam.

Samantha Marulli of Glen Oaks was named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2013 semester at Butler University in Indianapolis, Ind. Air Force Airman Alejandro Castillo graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eightweek program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Castillo is the son of Claudia and Victor Ballesteros of Jackson Heights.

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Into The Great Wide Open He may be out of office, but he's not out of the public eye just yet.

Last week, former Councilman Peter Vallone Jr. held a fundraiser at an Astoria bar, prompting many people to question what he was planning to run for.

While thanking supporters at the event, Vallone didn't give any specifics about his future plans, telling those in attendance that the future was wide open.

So why hold the fundraiser?

A source close to the former Councilman said he held the

"birthday fundraiser" - two months before his birthday in order to clear off some debt from his recent Borough President campaign. He didn't want to wait, the source said, because Vallone may be taking a job with Gov. Cuomo's or Mayor de Blasio's administrations.

Working for the government, the source said, he wouldn't be able to hold a fundraiser.

Whatever Vallone ends up doing in the future, we hope he continues to be a presence on social media. Facebook and Twitter wouldn't be the same without him there.

More Snow For Joe, Please The Mayor's handling of snow in his first month is getting a lot of attention.

During the last snow event, MSNBC's Joe Scarborough, host of the network's "Morning Joe," complained that the response to the snow, especially for residents on the Upper East Side, made him feel like he was living in Queens.

The morning host may be

over-reacting a bit, but here at QConf, we can't seem to dredge up any sympathy, considering how the Borough has been historically treated during weather emergencies.

Perhaps if Upper East Side denizens threw on a pair of boots instead of walking around in pricey Manolo Blahniks, they would be less concerned about getting around in the snow...

Seperated At Birth?

Transition periods can sometimes be confusing, and we at QConf found out just how bad it gets while trying to update the annual Blue Book: The Official Guide to Queens.

It seems as though there’s still some confusion at Queens Borough Hall over who is doing what.

The confusion came when we tried to determine what Barry Grodenchik was doing these days.

Grodenchik, who was Deputy Borough President and Director of Community Boards under Helen Marshall, is still working at Borough Hall, according to a staffer, but is not necessarily considered part of Borough

President Melinda Katz’s staff.

A call back from Katz’s office asked us to remove Grodenchik as being listed as Director of Community Boards because Katz had only named three staff members, and the Community Boards position was not one of them. The request came despite the fact that Grodenchik is listed on the official application to become a community board member.

Maybe Grondenchik pulled a Costanza, just showed up on Jan. 2 and got to work, with no one being the wiser. After all, the former Deputy Beep bears a resemblance to the iconic "Seinfeld" character…

Musicians OF QuEEns

Woodbine Falls

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Wonder or Blunder?

Why travel to Egypt to marvel at the Great Pyramids or travel to Greece to admire the Colossus of Rhodes when you can simply swipe your MetroCard?

According to Mayor Bill de Blasio, there's a new world wonder in town.

Last week, at an event honoring transit heroes, de Blasio praised the City’s transit agency, even declaring the MTA’s transit system as a real contender for the honorific of “Eighth Wonder of the World.”

“We often hear different things around the world described as the ‘eighth wonder of the world.’ It’s one of the great overused phrases,” de Blasio reportedly said. “But with the MTA, we may have found a candidate worthy for the title. It really may be the eighth wonder of the world.”

De Blasio went on to highlight at the size of the system, which carries millions of New York riders every day.

We here at QConf think de Blasio may be giving the MTA a little too much credit. With the number of times service is interrupted on Queens lines, they may need to call it the “Eighth Blunder of the World.”

Some musical artists are clearly defined in their sound and their genre. Others opt to jump from style to style. The members of Woodbine Falls have combined their musical influences into a distinctive blend that makes them stand out from the crowd.

Woodbine Falls is a fivemember, Astoria-based band that features singer Laura Kivlen, guitarist Eric Cecil, flutist Kaori Fujii Cecil, upright bassist Ray Cetta and drummer Coleman Bartels. With styles and influences that include jazz, classical, blues and rock, the group faces a challenging, but ultimately rewarding songwriting process.

“This makes for both an interesting and challenging writing process. At first, it was difficult to find a common language and direction, but now the songs have evolved to blend all the various elements into a sound that is truly unique,” Kivlen said.

“It's definitely not your typical band instrumentation, but that is what gives us our original sound.”

Woodbine Falls is not just the name of the band, but is also a waterfall in Red Lodge, Mont., that served as the catalyst for three of the members.

Eric had grown up in the area and was eventually married to Kaori in Red Lodge. While they were back for the wedding, the two sent Kivlen to hike the trails that led her to Woodbine Falls. Several months later, Kivlen and Eric started writing together, with Kaori deciding soon after to contribute to the group as well.

“It was clear we needed a name. Woodbine Falls was an obvious choice, perfectly capturing the haunting melodies of

our first songs,” Kivlen said.

Since then, the band has made Astoria its home base, finding that the neighborhood was a hub of musical talent, lacking the spectacle that is attached to Brooklyn artists.

“It's interesting, a lot of focus with bands is automatically on Brooklyn. But we personally know many great bands and professional musicians who proudly live in Queens,” Kivlen said. “If anything, our surroundings allow us to concentrate more on the music and less on the pageantry.”

Woodbine Falls’ debut single, “Chase the Blue,” was actually filmed in Astoria Park. “Chase the Blue” can be found on the band’s debut, self-titled EP, which was tracked at Spin Studios in Long Island City.

According to Kivlen, the EP was recorded mostly through live takes, with the exception of some overdubbing. With all of the necessary hard work being done ahead of time, Woodbine Falls was able to just focus on their performance once they entered the studio.

Woodbine Falls plans to record its first full-length album in July, working with engineer Mike Schultz. To support the album, the band plans to fundraise through RocketHub. Any additional money raised after they meet their goal will go to a charity for music education.

You can catch Woodbine Falls over the next two months at Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 2. The shows will take place on Feb. 16 and March 19 at 8 p.m.

For more information about Woodbine Falls, visit www. woodbinefalls.com.

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