Queens Tribune Epaper by Michael Nussbaum

Vol. 41, No. 27 July 7-13, 2011

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Pomonok Murder:

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WORRY SETS IN

A double shooting in South Flushing this weekend, the latest in a string of increased crime, has brought concerns of gangs and a spike in violence to the once-quiet area, where police visibility and memorials to the slain are becoming more common. By Jason Cohen…Page 3

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LEGAL NOTICE ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF UBU Property, LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: UBU Property, LLC SECOND: The county within this state in which the office of the limited liability company is to be located is: Queens County. THIRD: The Secretary of State is designated as agent the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company serviced upon him or her is: 37-21 60 th Street, Woodside, New York 11377 FOURTH: The names and residence addresses of all individuals who are to be the original members and the original managers, if any, are: 1. Doris DeDemonico (name) Member/Mgr (title) 100% (perc e n t i n t e r e s t ) 3 7 - 2 1 6 0th Street, Woodside, New York 11377 (residential address Doris DeDemenico (signature of organizer) Doris DeDemonico (print or type name of organizer) Filed By: Michael A. Gallan, Esq. (name) 224 Whitehall Boulevard (mailing address) Garden City, New York 11530 (City, State and ZIP code) ______________________________________________________________ LEVEL 3 MEDIA, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 4/25/11. NY Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/ her to The LLC, 84-15 108 St., Richmond Hill, NY 11418. General Purposes. ______________________________________________________________ Notice of formation of 35TH HARCO LLC Arts. of Org. filed with the Sect’y of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/1/2011. 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: 213 Beach 88th Street, Rockaway Beach NY 11693-1605. Purpose: any lawful act. ______________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of JC Tax & Accounting LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of the State of New York (SSNY) on 02/ 08/2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 151-68 7 th Avenue Whitestone, NY 11357 Purpose: any lawful act or activity. ______________________________________________________________ Name: 357-361 HENRY STREET DEVELOPMENT LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. Of State of NY 03/31/2011. Off Loc.: Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of

LEGAL NOTICE process to the LLC C/O, Ginsburg & Misk, Esqs. 21548 Jamaica Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. ______________________________________________________________ ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF Renart Products LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST. The name of the limited liability company is Renart Products LLC SECOND. The county within this state in which the limited liability company is to be located is Queens. THIRD. The secretary or state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process accepted on behalf of the limited liability company served upon him or her is: 39-06 Corporal Stone Street, Bayside, New York 11361. FOURTH: The name and street address in this state of the registered agent upon whom and at which process against the limited liability company may be served is: Sheila Mullervy, 39-06 Corporal Stone Street, Bayside, New York 11361. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has executed these Articles of Organization on the date below. LegalZoom.com, Inc., Organizer Date: March 30, 2011 / s/ Sandra Bryant By: Sandra Bryant, Assistant Secretary 101 N. Brand Blvd., 11 th Floor Glendale, CA 91203 _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation Cherry Manor 888 LLC art. of org. filed Secy. of State NY (SSNY) 9/9/10. Off. Loc. in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 150-41 11th Ave, Whitestone, NY 11357. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: GAMMA LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/19/11. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 3129 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, New York 11106. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION OF Bushburg LLC Under Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law FIRST. The name of the limited liability company is Bushburg LLC SECOND. The name of the Limited Liability Company translates in English to/means a nickname for an area in Brooklyn, NY between Williamsburg & Bushwick THIRD. The county within this state in which the limited liability company is to be located is Queens. FOURTH: The secretary of state is designated as agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may

LEGAL NOTICE be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process accepted on behalf of the limited liability company served upon him or her is: c/ o United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13 th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. FIFTH: The name and street address in this state of the registered agent upon whom and at which process against the limited liability company may be served is: United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13 th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has executed these Articles of Organization on the date below. LegalZoom.com, Inc., Organizer Date: February 8, 2011 /s/ Matt Pfleging By: Matt Pfleging, Assistant Secretary 101 N. Brand Blvd, 11 th Floor Glendale, CA 91203 _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of OCEAN COAST CRUISES LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/17/2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Leia Kotick, 31-12 45th St. Ste 4, Astoria, NY 11103. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of MAHAVIR CAB LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/06/ 2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Anshu Gaba, 94-30 58th Ave., 1 FL, Elmhurst, NY 11373. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. _____________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: B5 LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/19/11. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 3129 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, New York 11106. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation Castelbuono LLC art. of org. filed Secy. of State NY (SSNY) 4/18/11. Off. Loc. in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 21-64 29 th St, Astoria, NY 11105. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ 28-59 45 TH STREET LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 4/ 22/11. NY Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process

LEGAL NOTICE against the LLC served upon him/her to The LLC, 4408 30 th Ave., Astoria, NY 11103. General Purposes. _____________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION of Union Street Bakery LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY on 1/25/11. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as an agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The address to which SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is to: The LLC, 38-05 Main St. Flushing, NY 11354. Purpose: To engage in any lawful activity. _____________________________________________________________ NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Scaffold Training Institute LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 02/07/11. NY Office location: 37-15 Hunters Point Avenue, Long Island City, New York 11101, Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: (John P. Mastropietro, c/o Mastropietro-Frade, LLC, The Chancery, 190 Willis Avenue, Mineola, New York 11501. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity _____________________________________________________________ FELPPONDD ENTERPRISES, LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 5/2/11. NY Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to The LLC, 6421 Booth St #2A, Rego Park, NY 11374. General Purposes. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of OB (NY) HOLDINGS, LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/17/ 2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 162-27 73rd Ave., Fresh Meadows, NY 11365. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. Notice of Formation Castelbuono LLC art. of org. filed Secy. of State NY (SSNY) 4/18/11. Off. Loc. in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agentof LLC upon whom process maybe served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 21-64 29 th St, Astoria, NY 11105. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of formation of SAYRA’S WINE BAR, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York. SSNY on March 3, 2011. Office located in Queens County. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 9216 Rockaway Beach Blvd, 11693. Purpose: any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of RENAISSANCE GROUP U.S.,

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LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 6/3/11. Office location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Gleason & Koatz, LLP, 122 E. 42 nd St., Ste. 518, New York, NY 10168. Purpose: any lawful activity. _____________________________________________________________ UNA Management LLC, Arts. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 05/11/11. Office location: Queens County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 52-31 39TH Rd., Woodside NY 11377. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act. _____________________________________________________________ IKON MANAGEMENT LLC, a domestic Limited Liability Company (LLC), filed with the Sec of State of NY on 3/ 7/11. NY Office location: Queens County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to The LLC, 3940 30th St., Long Island City, NY 11101. General Purposes. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of HARMANJOT TRANS LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/ 05/2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Sarmail Pelia, 114-12 Lefferts Blvd, South Ozone Park, NY 11420. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice is hereby given that a license number 1253588 for Beer / wine has been applied for the undersigned to sell Beer / Wine at retail in a restaurant known as Patio Llapingacho Restaurant Corp., under the alcoholic beverage control law At 10014 Northern Blvd. Corona, NY 11368 for On-Premises Consumption. _____________________________________________________________ Name of LLC: Feng Mao LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State: 4/26/11. Office loc.: Queens Co. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: c/o Business Filings Inc., 187 Wolf Rd., Ste. 101, Albany, NY 12205, regd. Agt. upon whom process may be served. Purpose: any lawful act. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Qualification of OCTROI CAPITAL ULTRA SHORT INCOME FUND L.P. Authority filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 06/07/ 11. Office location: Queens County. LP formed in Delaware (DE) on 05/23/11. Princ. office of LP: c/o Octroi Capital GP, LLC, 178-36 Wexford Terr., 3B, Jamaica Estates, NY 11432. SSNY designated as agent of LP upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Garey M. Fuqua, 178-36 Wexford

Terr., 3B, Jamaica Estates, NY 11432. Name and addr. of each general partner are available from SSNY. DE addr. of LP: c/o Corporation Service Co., 2711 Centerville Rd., Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Cert. of Form. filed with DE Secy. of State, Div. of Corps., P.O. Box 898, Dover, DE 19903. Purpose: Any lawful activity. _____________________________________________________________ “Notice of Formation of Provectus Technologies, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05-3111. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 33-11 165 th Street Flushing NY 11358 Purpose: any lawful act or activity.” _____________________________________________________________ Action for divorce: Myong Sun Lee v. Yong Sik Sin You are hereby summoned to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or to serve a notice of appearance on plaintiff’s attorney within thirty (30) days after the publication and in case of your failure to answer appear, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the notice set forth below in the complaint. The object of this action is to obtain a judgement of divorce dissolving the marriage between the parties on the grounds that are in accordance with Sub (2) of the Sec 170 of the Domestic Relations law. Hong Kyung Choi, Esq. Attorney for plaintiff 14125 Northern Blvd. #A30, Flushing, NY 11354. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation eStock Books, LLC art. of org. filed Secy. of State NY (SSNY) 5/ 6/11. Off. Loc. in Queens Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 27-28 Thomson Ave #628, Long Island City, NY 11101. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of TIVITOWN LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 02/28/2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 1710 FIRST AVE. #121, NEW YORK, NY 10128-4902 Purpose: any lawful act or activity.

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Queens Deadline Enough Is Enough:

Families React To Pomonok Murder By JASON COHEN In the past year, residents of the Pomonok Houses in Flushing have seen a string of violent acts take place. After two shootings on Saturday, a non-profit group founded in the wake of an October 2010 shooting said it is time for a change in the community. After Laseam Hogan was gunned down on Oct. 15, 2010, people hoped that things would change. Instead, at least by perception of neighbors, gun violence in South Flushing has steadily increased. Crystal McMoore, a friend of Hogan and his mother, Andrea McGowan, formed Let’s Succeed, Empower, and Motivate (LASEAM), after Hogan was killed. The organization is growing slowly, but many people in the community don’t care, McMoore said. “Since his death it’s been chaotic,” she said. “A lot of people said, ‘You’re one person, you can’t do anything.’” However, McMoore and McGowan believe one person can make a difference. That difference did not show this past Saturday. Bullets continued to fly when two more people were shot. Christina Coleman, a 39year-old nurse from 155-26 Jewel Ave., was shot and killed; the intended target, her son

buildings had video cameras, it would be Hassan Gil, 18, was shot once in the a safer place, McMoore said, noting that chest and was able to tell police what signs of community neglect are rampant. happened. The City is in the process of building On Tuesday, police arrested Malik new homes for poor senior citizens in Wallace, 20, for killing Coleman and Pomonok and there also used to be a shooting her son. According to sources, children’s center that was attached to the he was aiming for her other son Mark Housing Police station, which was reColeman who was allegedly involved in cently closed. The children do not have the first shooting earlier that day He anywhere to go after school, she said. was charged with murder, assault and “There are police precincts for nothweapons possession. ing,” she said. “I have yet to see somePolice are also looking for Lerome body get apprehended because of acRobinson, 21 and Mark Coleman, 22, both tual police work.” of 155-24 Jewel Ave., who they refer to as McGowan said she is angry because “people of interest” in the shooting. “In the summertime you think about Policing are searching for Mark Coleman (l.) and since her son was killed, the situation how many kids won’t make it ‘til Sep- Lerome Robinson in connection with a shooting in has gotten worse. To watch her grandkids grow up without their father pains her, tember,” McMoore said. “It feels like Flushing. but the constant violence makes things Armageddon. It feels like a war zone.” “Everybody’s trying to out-prove each even worse, she said. The futures of the children in Pomonok “I’m disgusted,” she said. “I feel like I’m do not look bright, McMoore said. There are other, “she said. People want the violence to stop, but at the about to have a nervous breakdown.” Blood and Crip gang members, and young McGowan said many of the people involved kids from Queensbridge, Brooklyn and Far same time people don’t trust the police, she Rockaway coming together for the wrong said. She said the police don’t do anything or in the shootings have known each other for reason, she said. People need to unite and cannot be trusted for protection if someone years. Her son used to be involved with the stop the violence and not look the other way, does witness a crime. Both she and McGowan wrong crowd, but he was changing. He was a said local politicians are looking the other way people person, funny, kind, considerate; he she added. even protected the person that killed him once. when it comes to the community. On Saturday, LESEAM will hold a birthday “You only see [Councilman Jim Genarro] when he’s running for election,” she said. festival and peace rally in honor of Laseam in “There’s no leadership.” McMoore said she Jamaica’s Baisley Park. Roughly 300 people are has sent numerous emails and letters, and has expected to attend, including elected officials made phone calls to State Sen. Shirley Hunt- Ruben Wills (D-Jamaica) and Leroy Comrie (Dley (D-Jamaica) and then-Congressman An- St. Albans). There will be food, entertainment, thony Weiner (D-Forest Hills), but her calls raffles, face painting, a basketball tournament and overall a fun day paying tribute to Laseam. were never answered. children at home, is unlikely. Reach Intern Jason Cohen at Besides her perceived lack of help from the Recently, after some public discussion, police and politicians, one gaping hole in the jcohen@queenstribune.com or (718) 357former U.S. Rep. Elizabeth Holtzman, who community is the lack of video cameras. If the 7400, Ext. 124. represented much of the Brooklyn portion of the 9th district during the 1970s, has said she would run for the seat if offered the spot by the Dems. Holtzman may be an attractive choice if she decides to run as a "caretaker" of the seat in the event the district, which gained less population according to Census numbers By JASON BANREY than its surrounding districts, is eliminated "It was important to make sure we have As a celebratory atmosphere continued the same recognition as all other families," in 2012. One person familiar with discussion throughout Pride month, local politicians Gilkison said. "We wear our identities on our among district leaders said that there is a split honored members of the community for their sleeves - both as parents and as a gay couple." among some Democrats - those who want to contributions to the LGBT movement. Both Gilkison and Parrish, along with Only five days after the passage of the their twin toddlers, Lukas and Olivia, were have a solid, long-term candidate run for a seat that would continue after 2012, and hotly-debated Marriage Equality Act, nearly asked by various LGBT groups and even City those who fear that a solid candidate, when 100 people packed in to Borough Hall's Speaker Christine Quinn to participate in faced with redistricting, could challenge LGBT Pride celebration June 29. rallies and marches throughout Pride month. Councilmen Danny Dromm (D-Jackson Queens Democratic Chairman Joe Crowley "What they do every day is an act of (D-Jackson Heights) or another long-stand- Heights) and Jimmy Van Bramer (D- courage that will change this world," Van ing Congress member in order to hold onto Sunnyside), two of the City Council's openly Bramer said. "This honor is just for being gay members, handed awards to select indi- who they are." the seat. Republicans are looking to a slew of can- viduals and groups, acknowledging efforts Lieutenant Dan Choi, an openly gay U.S. didates, including businessman Bob Turner that have carried the LGBT movement war veteran who was discharged from the of Breezy Point, who received just shy of 40 throughout the years. Army under the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy," "Today is about recognizing the work of was also honored. percent of the vote in 2010 against Weiner. Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park), a unsung heroes," Van Bramer said after handSince being discharged, Choi has become favorite of national Republicans, took his ing out nine awards to a diverse group of an outspoken LGBT activist, traveling around name out of the running, as did Democratic recipients. "Their daily lives reflect great the globe delivering speeches about his expeAssemblyman Dov Hikind of Brooklyn, who courage." riences of being an openly gay veteran while The 10th annual LGBT event, hosted by inspiring others to stand up their civil rights. has often endorsed Republicans for city, state Borough President Helen Marshall and memand federal office. "When we come out of the closet it's not The 9th Congressional district includes bers of the City Council, is one of a series of for us," Choi said. "It's for the next guy. When stretches from Glen Oaks west to Ridgewood events that took place during June. we fight for justice, we don't fight for just us." Feeling it was appropriate to honor sameincluding Forest Hills and Kew Gardens, Despite the passage of a marriage equality then heads south to include Woodhaven, sex couples for their advocacy and courage, bill in New York State, Choi said it was only Ozone Park, Howard Beach, Broad Chan- Van Bramer honored Chad Gilkison and the beginning of a fight for the LGBT nel, the western half of the Rockaway Penin- Scott Parrish, a couple from Sunnyside that community's civil rights which will eventusula and the Brooklyn neighborhoods of has been active in the LGBT community. ally be honored federally with legislation that As fathers of twins, they feel their family acknowledges same-sex marriages throughBrighton Beach, Sheepshead Bay, Marine is no different than any other, which helped out the country. Park, Mill Basin and Midwood. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at present a positive image that was important Reach Reporter Jason Banrey at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 357- to project throughout the fight for marriage jbanrey@queenstribune.com or (718) 357equality, Parrish said. 7400, Ext. 125. 7400, Ext. 128.

Political Scrum Starts As Election Is Called

LGBT Heroes Honored At Boro Hall Ceremony

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By DOMENICK RAFTER When Gov. Andrew Cuomo called for a Sept. 13 special election to fill former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner's seat, along with six open State Assembly seats statewide - including two in Queens, the typically-slow political off-year kicked off with a bang. This Wednesday, Queens Democratic Party leaders designated the nominees for the Assembly races, though they have not announced a selection for the Congressional seat. Democrats nominated Mike Samanowitz, a District Leader and recentlyretired Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn's former chief of staff, to be the nominee to replace her. In the district previously served by Audrey Pheffer, who resigned to take over as Queens County Clerk, the Democrats chose Philip Goldfeder, an aide to U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer, who lives in Far Rockaway. Republicans had been expected to go with District Leader Jane Deacy of Breezy Point, a former police officer, but a final decision has not been announced. No Republican candidate has been named for the Mayersohn seat. Any independent parties have until July 13 to submit petitions to get on the ballot. The six major parties are not required to go through the petition process. The vacant Assembly seats both significantly overlap the 9th Congressional District. Mayersohn's former district includes Electchester, Kew Gardens and Kew Gardens Hills, while Pheffer's former district includes Ozone Park, Howard Beach and Broad Channel, as well as parts of the Rockaway Peninsula - all shared by the 9th Congressional District. In the Congressional race, Queens Democrats whose names have been floated include former Council members Melinda Katz and Eric Gioia, as well as Assemblymen David Weprin (D-Little Neck) and Rory Lancman (D-Hillcrest). Some insiders have said that a run by Katz, who has two young

Riders Urge Gov. To Adopt Lockbox By DOMENICK RAFTER A year after the MTA's financial crisis led to severe cuts in service all across the borough, some Queens residents and civic groups are demanding lost service be restored and financial subsides be protected. On June 30, 2010, two subway lines, the W and V trains, and a slew of bus lines carried their last riders. Among them: the Q74 that connected the Kew Gardens subway station to Queens College; the Flushing to Whitestone Q14; and the Q79, which connected Little Neck with Floral Park. The Q42, which connects Jamaica Center to Addisleigh Park was reduced to operating only during peak hours in the morning and afternoon. Also cut was the QM22 express bus that began in Jackson Heights, connecting

parts of Astoria and Long Island City close to the East River. On June 27, almost one year to the day after service ended on those lines, officials and local residents gathered at the Ditmars Boulevard subway stop to call for restoration of service and for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign the Transit Lockbox bill, which passed both houses of the state legislature and would prevent the state from raiding subsidies dedicated to the MTA. "We need better long-term transit options in Astoria," said Democratic District Leader Costa Constantinides "We're a growing, thriving community." On the QM22, Constantinides said the low ridership problem would be solved if the bus route and schedule is adjusted. "A small adjustment to that bus would

result in so many more riders," he said. On the other side of the borough, civic leaders are looking to improvise for the loss of the Q79 bus, the only north-south bus line east of the Cross Island Parkway. Attempts at enacting a private van system to replace the bus failed last year and Glen Oaks Village President Bob Friedich and other civic leaders have proposed taking existing east-west bus lines like the Q36 or Q43 along the former Q79 route. The MTA has said it wasn't considering restoring any of the lost service in Queens, but was considering extending already existing lines. Advocates hope the Transit Lockbox Bill, if signed by Gov. Cuomo, would lead to more funding for the MTA, eliminating the need for further cuts and opening the possibility of restored service.

Brodie Enoch, of Transportation Alternatives, a rider advocacy group, said the Lockbox bill would "in a way, guarantee we have some sort of a protection against losing more bus lines and more train lines." The act would prevent the state from taking money dedicated to the MTA to pay other bills. More than $260 million has been taken from dedicated MTA funding in the past three years. Gov. Cuomo has not indicated if he would sign the bill, but it passed the Senate and Assembly unanimously. In the meantime, other boroughs are seeing service extensions. In Staten Island, one express bus added a stop at a park and ride that lost bus connections last year. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 125.

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By JASON BANREY Donovan's Pub, a popular Woodside neighborhood watering hole and home to one of the best burgers in Queens, was shut down by the Dept. of Health last week after racking up 66 violation points during a surprise inspection June 30. The 45-year old establishment, located at 57-24 Roosevelt Ave., was closed for nearly a week, missing one of its biggest opportunities to earn revenue over a July 4 weekend that featured a Subway Series. Manager Jack Donovan said being closed during the Subway Series was a big loss for not only the popular bar but also for its 39 employees. "This is very hard to deal with," Donovan

said. "We've been here for nearly 50 years and this has never happened." According to the Dept. of Health, the number of points assessed for a particular violation depends on how much of a health risk it poses to the public. Violations fall into three categories: a public health hazard, such as failing to keep food at the right temperature to prevent the growth of bacteria; a critical violation, such as the presence of rodents; and a general violation, such as not properly sanitizing cooking utensils. The DOH found Donovan's was guilty of seven sanitary violations, some of which included live roaches present at the facility, food items not properly stored at the right

temperature and raw, cooked or prepared food was adulterated, contaminated, crosscontaminated, or not discarded in accordance with food safety inspection standards. "If you look long enough you're going to find something," Donovan said of the pub's ninth inspection since October. Although the pub has never been shut in the past due to sanitary violations, according to the DOH, on May 20 Donovan's received 67 violation points. Since being closed, Donovan says the hotspot has had to cancel a lot of parties that were booked over the period they have been shut. "People come here, have a burger and a drink before the game all the time - it's a tradition," Donovan said. "But they couldn't

do it last weekend. We serve 1,200 to 1,500 burgers a week. This definitely hurt us." Walking up to the front door, only to realize the pub was shuttered, Jay Lee of Elmhurst was shocked. After having what some have called arguably the best burger in the five boroughs just last week, he decided to bring two friends along to give the pub's cuisine a try. "I probably won't come back after finding out they failed their inspection," Lee said. "But they do have really good burgers." The pub has filed for a re-inspection and expects to be open by July 8. Reach Reporter Jason Banrey at jbanrey@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 128.

New Store Gate Law Will Reduce Graffiti By JASON BANREY A Queens Councilman's war on graffiti has launched a new offensive - eliminating a popular style of "canvas" for illegal taggers. Announcing a new law that will phase out solid metal roll-down gates, Peter Vallone Jr. (D-Astoria), along with a coalition of business owners from Steinway Street, hailed the legislation as another step towards improving the city's landscape. "It's disgusting," said Vallone while pointing at a photograph of a solid metal roll-down gate swathed in spray paint. "It's a canvas for graffiti and at night it makes [the street] look like a war torn alleyway." According to the law, which went into effect July 1, any roll-down gate that is being replaced or newly installed must allow for at least 70 percent visibility through to the storefront window. Businesses with existing solid metal gates do not have to be replaced until July 1, 2026, when the law will take effect citywide. Industrial buildings will still be able to use the solid metal gates if they are The old st yle gates have been a target for currently installed. vandals. The new law requires gates with Vallone, an outspoken opponent of less sur face area. graffiti, added that he helped draft the legislation as a way to improve safety condi- gates was the best money he has ever spent. tions for first responders when called to In the past, Meloni found himself cleaning storefronts with solid metal gates. graffiti off the solid metal gates he previously The legislation to abolish the gates was owned once a week. Since making the switch first proposed by former U.S. Rep. Anthony he says his clients are now able to easily Weiner while he served in the City Council in notice what services they provided, even 1996; it was later revisited by the Council in after the business is closed. 2009. "Technically my gates are always up," Some city business owners have claimed Meloni said of the roll-down gates, which he the new roll-down gates are not as secure as the installed three years ago. "People can see old ones, while others say they have already what we are advertising and it also looks benefited from installing the new gates. better." Tony Meloni, executive director of ImmiReach Reporter Jason Banrey at gration Advocacy, located at 24-40 Steinway jbanrey@queenstribune.com or (718) 357St., said the $3,000 he paid for his roll-down 7400, Ext. 128.

Five Men Cleaned Up On DOE Janitor Fraud dreds of thousands of dollars that were supposed to be used to keep New York City public schools clean and safe for students,” said Preet Bharara, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. “The defendants were allegedly paid by the Dept. Of Education for work they did not do, and despite their alleged efforts to conceal the scheme, their fraud was ultimately uncovered.” Radef was caught after investigators found EZ Pass records that showed he was in Queens while being paid for jobs in the Bronx. Radef, Fernandez, and Cunningham are each charged with two counts of conspiracy to commit theft concerning a program receiving federal funds and two substantive counts of theft concerning a program receiving federal funds. Coppola and Chambers are each charged with one count of conspiracy to commit theft concerning a program receiving federal funds and one substantive count of theft concerning a program receiving federal funds. If convicted, the defendants could face a maximum of 15 to 30 years in prison. The DOE said it would seek to recoup the lost money. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 125.

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By DOMENICK RAFTER Five school custodians are accused with stealing a half a million dollars from city schools by receiving checks for jobs they did not perform and doing private work paid off with public money. The five suspects arrested were Trifon Radef, a former custodian at Theodore Roosevelt High School in the Bronx; Nicanor Fernandez, a former custodian at Harry Truman High School in the Bronx; Michael Cunningham Sr., a former custodial fireman at PS 158 in Bayside; Frank Chambers, formerly a senior lunch helper at PS 158; and James Coppola, a former handyman at IS 25 in Auburndale. Radef, Fernandez, Chambers and Coppola were arrested on June 28, while Cunningham is still at large. According the criminal complaint, Radef spearheaded the scheme in which he and the four other suspects received payment for jobs they never worked at the other schools. Radef also used one or more of the other suspects to do landscaping work at 10 properties in Queens that he owned in Floral Park and Glen Oaks. Fernandez is accused of signing off on some of the payments. “As charged, the defendants were City employees who lined their pockets with hun-

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Keeping Water Safe Last week Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that any future hydraulic fracturing (hydrofracking) done in New York State for the purpose of removing deep-seeded natural gas resources from the ground will be done only in areas that will not affect New York City drinking water. This is a victory for those who have fought to ensure the future stability of what is commonly known as the best tap water in the Tri-State region – and considered one of the cleanest and freshest water supplies in the country. We feel congratulations are in order for Councilman Jim Gennaro, who has, for the last three years, been one of the strongest advocates pushing for the state to review the practice that has, in some cases, been devastating to local water supplies. He fought for a moratorium and for stronger requirements for drillers – and won. A Governor-appointed board of environmental experts and legislative watchdogs has been established and includes Robert Kennedy Jr., one of the state’s and nation’s leading environmental good guys. He is the perfect person to take on this role. His Riverkeepers non-profit group has been one of the greatest defenders of public water, and Kennedy himself was named by Time Magazine as one of their “Heroes of the Planet” for the work he has done for the environment. From an alarm sounded by a Queens councilman to the wise action of the Governor, this plan is a win for the state, for the City and for the people of Queens and beyond who count on the best drinking water to remain that way.

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Card Fees To The Editor: As a small business owner who can personally attest to the hard-hitting nature of swipe fees, I was pleased when Congress took action last year to put reasonable limits on the fees that big banks and credit card companies have used to exploit small businesses and consumers for years. After all, swipe fees have been holding back small businesses for years, and swipe fee rates that are more reflective of the actual cost of transaction processing would free up some much-needed capital that would enable me to expand my business, offer more competitive prices or even give back to the community by sponsoring a local little league team. However, I was disappointed when the Federal Reserve issued final rules that will cap debit card swipe fees at 21 cents after proposing a much lower limit of 12 or even 7 cents. This was after finding that the actual cost per transaction for the banks and credit card companies is just 4 cents, which means under the new rules, they are still guaranteed at least a 400 percent profit on each transaction. That’s huge! I am grateful that folks in D.C. are trying to fix the interchange system that is clearly broken, and welcome the lower fees that will take effect in October. But I am disap-

pointed by this less-than-ideal “fix” that clearly favors Wall Street. George Omogun Owner, Choice Security, Jamaica

Grateful To The Editor: Thanks to the advocacy of community members, Finance Committee Chair Domenic M. Recchia, Jr., members of the City Council under the leadership of Speaker Christine Quinn, and especially the unstinting efforts of Sunnyside’s own Jimmy Van Bramer, I am pleased and relieved to announce that much of the funding that had been proposed to be cut from the City budget for youth and senior services has been restored. Thanks to their efforts, Sunnyside Community Services can continue to offer a continuum of services that enrich and empower individuals of all ages throughout western Queens. On behalf of myself and the more than 18,000 community members we serve, I would like to gratefully acknowledge and applaud the extraordinary efforts of Council Member Van Bramer. In this most recent struggle, Jimmy not only fought to keep essential services funded and available for our most vulnerable citizens, but he took the time to participate in local events in elemen-

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tary school auditoriums and schoolyards to reassure local school children that someone cared how they spent their after-school hours, and sat down with local seniors to hear how devastating a blow it would be to lose any of the services on which they depend. And he did something about it. We can’t possibly thank him enough. Finally, I would like to thank everyone who called 311, attended a rally locally or at City Hall, signed a petition or forwarded an email alert in support of our after-school program and case management and senior services programs. By raising your voices, you sent a clear and persistent message to City Hall, and they could not fail to hear you. While the future remains uncertain, I am comforted and encouraged in knowing that we can count on your support to face these challenges together. Judith Zangwill Executive Director, Sunnyside Community Services

Goodbye, Tom To The Editor: On rare occasions, we have been privileged to meet someone whose life made a significant difference. A person who brought a sense of joy, who was always there to help both on a large scale and individually, a person who was dedicated to making a positive impact on his community and a person whose loss leaves an enormous void. Tom Winberry was that person, “the go to guy” when the community needed a location for a meeting or a special occasion and who was always willing to be a partner in our community’s 9-11 Memorial or our Children’s Halloween event. Under his leadership, the American Legion Continental Post 1424 became a focal spot for our community and was always welcoming; to provide a location for Kidz Care Home Alone Thanksgiving dinners or for our new school to distribute supplies or for our Civic Association to hold meetings. He was a friend, a colleague, a mentor and a member of the Civic Board. With heavy hearts, the Forest Hills Community & Civic Association extends our sincere sympathy to the family of Thomas X. Winberry. Barbara Stuchinski, President, Forest Hills Community & Civic Association

Great Book! To The Editor: Thank you very much for your article (June 2) on Celine Keating’s novel “Layla,” about a young woman’s Deputy Editor: Joseph Orovic

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To The Editor: Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s coordinated legislative strategy to hold off a vote on homosexual marriage until he could corrupt Republicans James Alesi, Roy McDonald, Stephen Saland, and Mark Grisanti needs further scrutiny by legal authorities. Cuomo and his immoral pals effectively sold New Yorkers down the river by forcing through samesex marriage, which most New Yorkers and Americans do not want. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio of Brooklyn recently said the vote was typical of the “corrupt political process in New York State.” He has banned all “yes” voting politicians from participating in events at Catholic parishes and schools. Hopefully he will also excommunicate Cuomo and his living-in-sin girlfriend Sandra Lee. Cuomo, both in his private life and political life, has shown nothing but vile contempt for the Holy Sacrament of Matrimony, while at the same time, demonizing all people of faith as prejudicial bigots. Having successfully deconstructed the single most important institution in human history with his indecent and decadent legislation, it is time for the “Luv Gov” to go – both from the Catholic Church and from the political arena. Gerry Jones, Staten Island

To The Editor: The politicians are always fighting: They’re fighting the closing of fire houses, the closing of libraries and the closing of high schools. It seems to me that if our legislators fought the wonderful pensions and wonderful health benefits that municipal employees receive, that the public pays for, there would be enough money to stop the fighting and fund the necessaries. In addition, those retired workers who now live and spend their pension and health care monies in Florida, Arizona and North Carolina are not doing the people of the city of New York any good when it comes to having money to pay for municipal needs. We should accept the press releases of our elected officials with open arms — firearms. Kenneth Lloyd Brown, Forest Hills

Mid-East Plan To The Editor: The following is my response to President Barack Obama’s speech on the U.S. Mid-East Peace Plan. Thank you. Freedom. Liberty. American beliefs that apply to all peoples. It is not right that after all the blood, sweat, and work we Americans have done to secure the legal protection against discrimination – the right to vote, to have a free press, speech, and our other Bill of Rights; while other human beings suffer as Americans did, and do nothing; while we know how valuable our rights are by living our lives as boldly as Americans are known to. We as Americans and America are judged by what actions we do and do not take. The U.S., by our President, has taken first stages in reforming our foreign policy from mere talk to democratic action. Politics and humanity do not mix well together. I applaud and support our President for helping to change America to being more democratic James Mammarella

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No Fraud Bill To The Editor: The State Legislature accomplished a lot this year, but one important reform was conspicuously left out - passage of the legislation know as the "Fraud Tax Bill" that would crack down on crisis-level auto insurance fraud in New York State. No fault auto accident fraud is one of the fastest growing crimes in New York State, yet it is not expressly illegal. It is one of the reasons New Yorkers pay 53 percent more for auto insurance than drivers in other states. Almost $1 billion has been stolen from New Yorkers in the past five years alone, according to studies, by organized criminal enterprises that stage accidents and run up phony bills with the help of a handful of crooked doctors. But the Legislature refused to do anything about it this year. The state didn't even pass a common-sense measure called "Alice's Bill" that would make staging an auto accident in New York a standalone crime. The bill was named after a 71-year old New York grandmother who was killed when she was struck during a staged accident. The state legislature is rumored to be returning this summer to clean up unfinished business from the 2011 legislative session. Auto insurance fraud reform must be on that list. Rafe Lieber Executive Director, New Yorkers Stand Against Insurance Fraud Mitch Kronenfeld: Classified Manager Elizabeth Mance: Administrative Assistant Classified Ad Representatives: Nadia Hack, Peggie Henderson, Fran Gordon, Marty Lieberman, Chris Preasha, Lorraine Shaw, Sheila Scholder, Lillian Saar

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Helping Out With Joe Crowley’s Dilemma By MICHAEL SCHENKLER I haven’t made the calls that the reporters have. I haven’t talked to Queens Democratic Chairman

Joe Crowley or his party brain trust Gerry, Mike or Frank. I haven’t even discussed who should replace Anthony Weiner with my friend U.S. Rep. Gary Ackerman. I’ve simply followed and read and watched, and thought and played the game that most insiders have been playing — who should Joe Crowley give the Democratic line to in the 9th Congressional District’s Sept 13 Special Election? First, a complaint: The Governor, who has become my hero after demonstrating incredible leadership in managing the terrible New York State Legislature in his first year, after a series of unbelievable accomplishments, personally used his political capital (read goodwill) to orchestrate the passage of the Marriage Equality Act. But as Andrew Cuomo pulls legislative miracles out of his hat, we know that the game of politics is based on horse trading. What has our hero governor been trading?

Might I suggest that he has, in the case of the 9th Congressional District and six Assembly District elections. It appears that the Governor chose the party leaders over the people. He has called a Special Election for the Weiner seat and six Assembly seats in the State –two in Queens – and has timed it so as to avoid Primar y Elections, thus giving party bosses almost single-handed control of who will go to Washington in the Weiner seat, or to Albany in the case of the Assembly elections. The Dems have already ordained Phil Goldfeder to replace Assembly woman Audrey Pheffer, who has become County Clerk, and Mike Simanowitz, replacing his mentor Assembly woma n Net t ie Mayerson, who conveniently retired at a time that would enable the elevation of Simanowitz without a primary. Good government this is not. The people do not get to select the candidates, the party bosse s do. T he Gover nor has shown deference to the party hierarchy and continues a long-lived dreadful practice in New York of allowing political bosses to elevate insiders of their choosing to elective office through back doors and smoked-filled rooms, denying the people their rightful participation in the election process. Watch for another potential area of the Governor forsaking the good government move to play to the legislature. Redistricting should be done by an independent, nonpartisan commission and not by the legislature, which draws lines

to serve the parties and the incumbents. The Governor, during his campaign, clearly stated the need for independent redistricting. We agree. All good government groups agree. We fear Cuomo’s position that an independent commission is required may have fallen victim to one of his legislative accomplishments. What did the Senate Republican Majority Leader get for allowing the vote and therefore passage of Marriage Equality? As long as politics exists there will be horse-trading and compromise. We hope the Governor stands firm on those good government issues which will affect the state for the next decade (read redistricting). But we’re not betting on it. So, who should Joe Crowley anoint as the next Congressman from the 9th District? Crowley must keep many conflicting issues in mind. First, he is aware of the likelihood that one of the two New York seats which will be lost due to redistricting – especially if done by the legislature – and therefore must be concerned that he is not creating a new Congress member who will like the job so much and will turn around and challenge a Queens senior member – or worse, challenge Crowley himself. So Joe must set out to ensure his seat is safe and so is Gary Ackerman’s – the member most likely to pick-up the largest portion of a redistricted former Weiner seat. Crowley must also find some-

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A Major Step Toward Equal Rights For LGBT By HENRY J. STERN Our last column reported that the Legislature had not reached a decision on the major issues before it: rent control, property tax cap and gay marriage. The Senate also voted to name sweet corn the state vegetable. Henry It defeated the onion by 56-6, with six downstate Democrats dissenting. Shor tly thereafter, the dam burst and the bills involving money: extension of rent stabilization and a 2 percent cap on property tax increases were approved overwhelmingly. Gay marriage was considered in the late evening. In the rush to make the 11 p.m. news programs and get the bill signed by Governor Cuomo before midnight, many legislators were not allowed to make statements explaining their

votes, which would have been their moment in the sun. The enormous satisfaction the gay community has demonstrated in the last few days is based on the end of what they regarded as the final legal impediment imposed Stern by New York State to full citizenship. They called the cause “Marriage Equality.” The bill was supported by many in the LGBT communit y who have no intentions or immediate prospects of marriage, but want the same rights that straight people take for granted. I support marriage equality, in part because I know people who love each other and should be allowed to commit themselves, and assume the protections and the burdens of marriage. In principle,

capacity to reproduce should not be a requirement for couple s – many people choose not to have children or are unable to do so. With 300 million Americans and millions more seeking to enter this country, there is no risk of running out of people if gays are allowed to marry. Finally, it is somewhat gratifying to see New York State resume its historic role as a place of legislative initiative on social issue s. Credit goe s to Governor Cuomo and the State legislative leader ship in bot h par t ies. We hope that the success in securing marriage equality will lead to further accomplishments in Albany. It can make an enormous difference, if our leaders work together and stay on track. They have shown the capacity to do so, now we look to them for performance. starquest@nycivic.org

one who can beat a strong Republican – Councilman Eric Ulrich could change his mind and run should the Dems put up a caretaker nobody. Crowley also has been seeking to rise in the ranks of the Democratic Congressional leadership, and therefore cannot afford an embarrassing pick. So the term “caretaker” is the word of the day for the Democratic Leader and his suppor t team – “competent caretaker.” The person Crowley could trust the most, his cousin, relatively new Councilwoman Liz Crowley, is not ready for the big-time Congressional scene – color her out of the race. The safest route is to designate someone who does not necessarily possess the ambition that might cause them to renege on a promise to go quietly if the seat is done away with. Therefore, we suggest Crowley should remove from the list anyone who must give up a secure elective office to take the temporary Congressional gig – folks in office should be perceived as ambitious until retirement. Three oftmentioned choices would be eliminated by this route. Both Mark and David Weprin just took their seats, and Ror y La ncman is Queens’ hope for Assembly leadership now that Mark Weprin and Mike Gianaris have left the esteemed body. Next we look at former electeds. Both former Councilmembers who ran citywide last time out – Eric Gioia and Melinda Katz – have been mentioned. Both are potential stars; both are more than competent; both may use the temporary seat to launch a citywide run in 2013. But both would likely be out of office via redistricting in 2012. They both can also be viewed as capable of fighting to stay in Congre ss no

matter what was agreed to prior to designat ion. We believe that with strong Democrats in New York – Schumer, Cuomo, e ven Bi l l Clinton – Crowley has the ability to meet with strong potentials and extract promises in the presence of the State Dem heav y weights who make it clear that should the “caretaker” decide to challenge a senior member the party hierarchy would take to the streets against them. We also believe it would be easier for Crowley to avoid the potential problem and look for a truly safe, capable caretaker. The first two such names that came to our mind were Claire Shulman and Peter Vallone Sr. The former’s age may be an impediment and we are told the latter is not interested. We think it would be a fitting tribute for the former Speaker to end his elective career serving in Congress. Joe, perhaps he can be convinced. Now that we’ve eliminated just about all the serious Queens possibilit ie s, we look to Brooklyn which makes up 30 percent of the Weiner District. And there, sitting and waiting – no… anxiously waiting – is former U.S. Rep. Liz Holtzman: an experienced, competent 70-year-old caretaker who wants the seat. She can do the job. She’s from the other borough and would be at a great disadvantage challenging a Queens incumbent. We hate to recommend Joe go out of borough, but it might be his simplest move. We’re not sure we would opt for Holtzman if we stood in Crowle y’s shoe s; however, we think that Crowley is likely to make that move and have tried to explain it here. She’s cer tai nly not a bad choice; she’s just from the wrong borough. MSchenkler@QueensTribune.com

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Mall Owner, City Swap Proper ties One of Rego Park's strangest and most unknown green spaces is going to get a huge makeover. A bill passed by both houses of the state legislature at the end of the session last month will allow the renovation and reorientation of Lost Battalion Park behind Lost Battalion Hall near the new Rego Park Mall. The bill, sponsored by State Sen. Toby Stavisky (DFlushing) and Assemblyman Jeff Aubry (DCorona), passed both houses of the state legislature in June and is awaiting Gov. Andrew Cuomo's signature. The bill will allow the city to conduct an "even swap" with mall developer Vornado, which owns a plot less than half an acre in size that had been part of the old Alexander's parking lot along Junction Boulevard between the Horace Harding Expressway and 62nd Drive adjacent to the ornate AT&T building. Stavisky said the change will allow Lost Battalion Park to be reoriented so that it goes up to Junction Boulevard, rather than the diagonal plot that it is on now, surrounded by parking lots. Part of city-owned land the same size will be turned over to Vornado in exchange for the company's land. The land that will be turned over to Vornado will make it more suitable for development along the Horace Harding Expressway between 93rd Street and Junction Boulevard. An "even swap" of city land for private land of any size requires state approval. "It makes the plot more manageable for

This segment of land owned by Vornado will be swapped, allowing the adjacent park to be expanded. both the city and the developer," she said. The new park will be oriented in a straight line from behind Lost Battalion Hall at 93-29 Queens Blvd. along 62nd Avenue to Junction Boulevard, directly across the street from the new Rego Park Mall. Stavisky said the change is needed because the park isn't really usable. "I've been to the park many times," she said, noting the Rego Park Senior Center, which is located in Lost Battalion Hall, often holds events in the park. "It was a strange configuration. It's not really usable, it's too long and narrow." The new park will be easily accessible to residents living in Rego Park west of Queens Boulevard and in and around LeFrak City, which is only two blocks away. Stavisky added that the city is already preparing for the change and Vornado will pay for refurbishing the new park. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 125. —Domenick Rafter

Hevesi Gets Plum Chair manship Assemblyman Andy Hevesi (D-Forest Hills) has been appointed to head a powerful committee. Speaker Sheldon Silver appointed Hevesi chairman of the Oversight, Analysis and Investigations Committee, which reviews how laws and government programs work, if they are being implemented as intended, and whether they operate efficiently and effectively. "I am honored to have been named Chair of the Assembly Oversight, Analysis and Investigations Committee," Hevesi said. "Providing oversight of the state's agencies and authorities is crucial to having an efficient and responsible government. " Hevesi replaces former Assemblyman Jonathan Bing. The Manhattan Democrat chaired the committee until his resignation last month to join the Cuomo Administration as head of the state Liquidation Bureau. Hevesi is one of six Queens members of the Assembly to chair a committee. The other five members who currently hold gavels include Cathy Nolan (D-Sunnyside) and William Scarborough (D-Jamaica) who chair the powerful Education and Small Business Committees respectively; Jeffrion Aubry (D-Corona) who chairs the Corrections Committee; Marge Markey (D-Maspeth), chair of Tourism, Arts, Parks and Sports Development Committee; and Michele Titus (D-Far Rockaway), who chairs the Social Services Committee. Titus had previously chaired the Oversight, Analysis and Investigations Committee in 2010. Queens lost a committee chairman when former Assemblywoman Audrey Pheffer, who had been chairman of the Consumer Protection Committee, resigned in May to become

Queens County Clerk. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 125. —Domenick Rafter

City, State Step Up For Jamaica Bay An agreement struck last week between state and local environmental agencies will increase treatment of dangerous nitrogen levels in Jamaica Bay. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced the signing of two parallel agreements, requiring the DEP to invest in heightened nitrogen treatment systems at four wastewater treatment plants that discharge into the bay. The costs of the system upgrades will be around $100 million and would be completed by 2020. Once in action, the upgrades will cut the amount of nitrogen entering the bay by half. DEP will also dedicate $13 million in Environmental Benefit Projects to support marshland restoration by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and $2 million to restore marsh island habitat in the bay. Also, the city will keep a schedule for plant treatment upgrades and provide for the civic and environmental coalition, which include the Natural Resources Defense Council and Jamaica Bay Eco-Watchers, in their continued involvement in cleaning up the bay. "This agreement will be the turning point where the bay is placed squarely on the path to recovery," said New York DEC Commissioner Joe Martens. Excess nutrient nitrogen in salt water systems is a major cause of algae growth and associated with low oxygen conditions that can cause fish kills, wetland habitat decay, odors and bio-slimes - sometimes referred as a nitrogen "dead zone." These conditions often affect both Jamaica Bay and Long Island Sound during warmer weather. Some 90 percent of the nitrogen going into the bay comes from municipal sewage treatment plants. New York City DEP Commissioner Cas Holloway noted that the city has been working on reducing nitrogen levels in the bay long before this agreement was signed. "We are already removing roughly 8,000 pounds more of nitrogen per day than would be the case without this agreement; when it is fully implemented, we will have cut nitrogen discharges from our treatment plants by at least 50 percent," Holloway said. The agreement will also reinforce the program to improve water quality in Long Island Sound. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 125. —Domenick Rafter

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Nine months have passed since Ed Braunstein won a four-way Democratic primary to replace Assemblywoman Ann-Margaret Carrozza, essentially adding a new title to his business card: "Assemblyman." The 30-year-old took a moment to assess his first session up in Albany, reminiscing on pickup basketball games, the state of the 26th Assembly district, his most important vote, and the 800-pound political gorilla in the room. The initial welcome to the State's capitol rattled Braunstein. "Albany was completely new to me," Braunstein said, though he served as Speaker Shelly Silver's constituent liaison. "They give you the key to the office, one intern, and say, 'Session is at 1 o'clock. Good luck.' It was a little overwhelming." The free-wheeling dive into the job was not helped by public perception of his new colleagues. "Going up there after running last summer, the whole talk was the dysfunctional state legislature and the ethical mess," he said. "Everyone had a negative impression of Albany." But according to Braunstein, the doom and gloom is overplayed. While acknowledging some political tactics throughout the interview, he painted a picture of a bicameral legislature grinding through a drawn out process. His former boss Silver, portrayed by many as one of the most powerful political hustlers in the state, is actually a thoughtful and considerate representative, according to Braunstein. Democrats meet in conference before sessions, providing a forum to speak freely about issues and legislation, while Silver listens. "People tend to think [Silver] does what he wants," Braunstein said. "Shelly Silver listens to everybody's concerns. All the issues are thoroughly vetted. He's our representative." Navigating the waters of the new job was not easy, but Braunstein said Assemblywoman Grace Meng (D-Flushing) came through with needed guidance when addressing mundane technicalities. The limitations of the job, as an Assemblyman within New York City's five boroughs, also presented itself when the Assembly passed an omnibus-style bill addressing housing issues, but neglected to deal with co-op property taxes. The issue is very City-centric, and mandates the involvement of more than just Albany legislators. "The reality of the situation is that up in Albany, when we do a bill that affects New

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Assemblyman Ed Braunstein, after completing his first session in Albany, is still all smiles.

York City, you need to have some agreement with the mayor and the City Council," Braunstein said. He hopes the City and Albany's lawmakers can put their heads together this summer and iron out an agreement to cap co-ops' property tax increases. When asked what his most important vote was, Braunstein did not hesitate in saying, "Gay marriage." "Not very often do you get to vote on a monumental civil rights issue," he said. "When I voted yes on that, I felt like I was making history. I may never have a vote as significant as that again." The vote was made easier by knowing New York's new powerbroker governor was at the helm. "It's when you have a 70 percent popularity rating, when you have someone who is that popular and he handles it with a carrot and stick approach," Braunstein said of Gov. Andrew Cuomo. "He handled everything well. He was smart and calculated." His job is made much easier by the relative positive condition of his district. "I have a great district," he said. "I'm very fortunate to have a healthy district. Our thing is to keep an eye on that and just put out fires as they pop up." He heaped tons of praise upon his Chief of Staff David Fischer, who has the institutional knowledge from years spent doing the same job for Carrozza. "Keeping David Fischer was the best move I made," he said. "Up in Albany, when it comes down to getting a bill introduced and passed, it really helps." Braunstein has also slowly fit in with his newly-elected Assembly colleagues through pickup games of basketball on Tuesdays. He was also on the Senate and Assembly's All Star team in its annual game against the Lexington School for the Deaf. The small forward's playing time was limited though. "I wasn't a starter," Braunstein said. "I think it's a seniority thing." Reach Deputy Editor Joseph Orovic at jorovic@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 127. —Joseph Orovic

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 6/ 21/11, bearing Index Number NC-000483-11/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) Mary Ann (Last) Fable My present name is (First) Miriana (Last) Fable aka Miriana Nacinovic My present address is 203-42 27 th Ave., Bayside, NY 11360 My place of birth is Croatia My date of birth is November 23, 1955 _____________________________________________________________

N500825-05, a copy of which may be examined at the Office of the Clerk, located at 89-17 Sutphin Blvd., Jamaica, NY in room 357, grants me the right to 1. Assume the name of Mohammad Irfan Kully My present name is Mohd Irfan Kully aka Mottd Irfan Kully aka Mohammed I. Kully aka Irfan Kully My present address is 85-42 80 Street Woodhaven, NY 11421 My place of birth is Dallas County, Dallas, Texas My date of birth is 7-31-87 _____________________________________________________________ Davidov Capital LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/2/11. Office in Queens County. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Alexy Davidov, 68-61 147th St, Flushing, NY 11367. Purpose: General. _____________________________________________________________ Roth Realty Management LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/2/10. Office in Queens County. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 79-63 68 th Rd, Middle Village, NY 11379. Purpose: General. _____________________________________________________________ GALIS COMPANY, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 6/21/2011. Office in Queens Co. SSNY design. agent ofLLC upon whom process may be

served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 47-15 195 th St., Flushing, N.Y. 11358. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of Formation of JAG & JORA TRANS LLC, a domestic LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/09/ 2011. Office location: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Jorawar Singh, 135-19 128 Street 2nd Fl, South Ozone Park, NY 11420. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. _____________________________________________________________ Notice of formation of Ugly Art Room LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 05/13/2011. Office located in Queens. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 64-02 79th St, Middle Village, NY 11379. Purpose: any lawful purpose. _____________________________________________________________ UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK Case No: 1:10-cv-03864 (NG)(CLP) SUMMONS ON A THIRDPARTY COMPLAINT HAROLD LEWIN, an incapacitated person by his legal guardian MARIS GORDON Plaintiff, - against - HSBC BANK USA NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Defendant. HSBC BANK USA, N.A.,

Third-Party Plaintiff, - against -. ANTOINE ROSA, ThirdParty Defendant. TO ANTOINE ROSA: This summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an Order of the Honorable Cheryl L. Pollak United States Magistrate Judge of the District Court for the Eastern District of New York, dated June 22, 2011. The Order has been filed with the ThirdParty Complaint in the office of the United States District Court, Eastern District of New York located at 225 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn, New York. This is a third party action brought by Defendant/Third-Party Plaintiff, HSBC Bank USA, N.A (“HSBC”), against you as Third-Party Defendant. The third party complaint against you was filed in the United States District Court, Eastern District of New York, on February 24, 2011. The relief sought is indemnification and contribution, and for all the costs and expenses incurred in HSBC’s defending the action filed by Plaintiff, Harold Lewin, an incapacitated person by his legal guardian Maris Gordon. In case of your failure to appear, judgment may be taken against you in the amount of any judgment which may be obtained herein by the Plaintiff against HSBC, plus all the costs, disbursements, attorney fees and expenses incurred in HSBC’s defending the action filed by Plaintiff,

together with costs, disbursements, attorney fees and expenses of this action. Currently, Plaintiff is claiming in excess of $700,000.00 against HSBC. Service of this summons is complete the twenty-eighth day after the first publication of this summons. Within 21 days after service of this summons on you is complete, you must serve on the Defendant and on the Plaintiff and an answer to the third-party complaint or a motion under Rule 12 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. The answer or motion must be served on the Defendant or Defendant’s attorney, whose name and address are: Phillips Lytle LLP, Attn: Preston L. Zarlock, Esq. One HSBC Center, Suite 3400 Buffalo, New York 14203 It must also be served on the Plaintiff or Plaintiff’s attorney, whose name and address are: Gordon & Gordon, P.C. Attn: Peter S. Gordon, Esq. 108-18 Queens Blvd., 6th Floor Forest Hills, New York 11375 If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the thirdparty complaint. You also must file the answer or motion with the court and serve it on any other parties. Dated: New York, New York June 23, 2011 PHILLIPS LYTLE LLP By /s/ Preston L. Zarlock Preston L. Zarlock, Esq. Andrew J. Wells, Esq. Attorneys for Defendant Suite 3400

One HSBC Center Buffalo, New York 14203-2887 Telephone No. (716) 847-8400 pzarlock@phillipslytle.com 437 Madison Avenue 34th Floor New York, New York 10022 Telephone No. (212) 759-4888 _____________________________________________________________

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Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on 6/ 14/11, bearing Index Number NC-000452-11/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) Auset (Middle) Emanuelle (Last) Alexander My present name is (First) Auset (Middle) Emanuelle (Last) Guzman My present address is 84-20 Austin St., #4G, Kew Gardens, NY 11415 My place of birth is New York, NY My date of birth is February 20, 1993 _____________________________________________________________ Notice is hereby given that an Order entered by the Civil Court, Queens County on the 21 day of March, 2006, bearing Index Number

Notice of Qualification of POOCH PALS LLC, Authority filed with the SSNY on 05/ 13/2011. Office location: Queens County. LLC formed in DE on 03/05/2011. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 3110 23rd St., Apt 5G, Astoria, NY 11106. Principal office of LLC: 31-10 23rd St., Apt 5G, Astoria, NY 11106. Cert of Formation filed with DE Div. of Corps, 401 Federal St., Suite 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

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Boro Man Finds Success In A Gym and has maintained his rigorous diet, he said. "After I began to lose the weight, I began to become more social and more confident," he said. "I feel amazing today. I can do anything." After graduating, he took some acting courses in Manhattan, but had found his true calling when Equinox gym called him offering a job as a personal trainer. He realized this was the perfect opportunity because he could help people that were in a similar situation and show them the way out. Ultimately, it's about making a difference in someone's life and fighting the problem of obesity, he said. "If I only change one life, it will be worth it."

"[Obesity] is a real problem with the generation coming up after me," he added. Baylor has been a trainer for a year and a half and his clients do not often believe that he used to be much bigger until he shows them pictures of himself. Once they see that he changed, they know they can too, he said. Diet alone isn't the biggest problem with people today, Baylor said. It's the fact that food and exercise need to go hand in hand. "That is one of the biggest reasons why my clients like being out with me," he said. Reach Intern Jason Cohen at jcohen@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 122.

Top Cops: Deputy Inspector Richard Napolitano from the 110th Precinct was awarded by Mayor Mike Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Ray Kelly at 1 Police Plaza. Pictured with the Inspector is his wife Elizabeth and Executive Officers Thomas Conforti, Jason Huerta and PO Hee-Jin Park-Dance.

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By JASON COHEN "It felt good, I was able to run pretty fast," One of the biggest problems in America he said. is obesity. East Elmhurst native Karim Baylor However, the weight loss didn't last faced this dilemma head on and is winning too long. His attitude and appearance his fight. began to change when he Baylor, 23, began to gain went to South Beach in Miweight at the age of 8. While ami to attend Johnson and many young kids love junk food Wales University for a deand sweets, overeating was part gree in sports entertainment of his daily routine, he said. He and event management. and his friends would eat fast Baylor explained he didn't food all of the time; however, put on the freshman 15; he he would gain the weight while put on a freshman 20. most of his friends didn't. "That's when I really bal"I was just following what I looned," he said. "I looked in thought was okay," he said. the mirror every day and I His family knew about his eatwasn't happy with what I saw." ing habits and tried to help By the beginning of his freshhim, but at home he was conman year, he was at 257 stantly sneaking food, due to pounds, his clothes did not fit, the "unconscious level of needhe was not social and he lost all ing it," he said. confidence in himself. While attending the High In November of his freshSchool for the Arts and Busiman year, his life completely ness in Corona, Baylor's school changed when a friend asked Karim Baylor today. uniforms never fit him. Because him to work out with him. He of his physical appearance, he wasn't social begrudgingly obliged. At first, he was selfor confident and often heard many fat jokes conscious that people would stare at him, but directed his way. Baylor wanted what most after a few times of going to the gym he was typical high school boys seek: to go on dates hooked, he said. His addiction went from and have a girlfriend, but because of his food to the gym. obesity, he couldn't, he said. "I was so focused to get the weight off," "In a way, I was depressed," he said. "The Baylor said. food gave me a certain happiness." His transformation made him a new perAt the age of 16, his mother took him to son. He cut all fast food out of his diet and a nutritionist, which helped a great deal, began to eat foods such as turkey, grilled Baylor said. In his junior and senior years in chicken, vegetables, salads, tuna and spinhigh school, due to eating healthy and his ach. In four years, he went from 257 pounds participation on the school baseball, team he to 170 pounds. There are always cravings for lost 30 to 40 pounds. sweets and fast food, but he has been strong

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111th Precinct FIREFIGHTER FLASH: On Friday, July 1, at around 2 a.m., Michael Taggart, 48, an off-duty NYC firefighter assigned to Engine 326 in Oakland Gardens was arrested after allegedly drinking alcohol with two 14-yearold boys and exposing his penis to them on 64th Avenue in Oakland Gardens. Taggart was charged with two counts each of unlawfully dealing a child alcohol, endangering the welfare of a minor, public lewdness, disorderly conduct and exposure of a person. 112th Precinct FOUND DEAD: On Wednesday, June 29, at approximately 6:13 p.m. inside of 11156 76th Rd. in Forest Hills., police responded to a 911 call of an unconscious man. Upon arrival, responding officers discovered Shaliek Spurgeon, 25, who lived in Apt. C5 at the address, unconscious and unresponsive lying on a bed inside the apartment. EMS also responded to the location and pronounced Spurgeon dead at the scene. The Medical Examiner was to determine the cause of death and the investigation is ongoing.

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115th Precinct TAXI ROBBERY: The NYPD is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the following men wanted in connection with a robbery in East Elmhurst. On Saturday, June 25, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the two suspects entered a livery cab at Union Street and 37th Avenue, in Flushing. The suspects requested that the driver take them to 100th Street and 23rd Avenue in East Elmhurst. Once at that location, one of the suspects pulled out a gun and demanded money. The victim struggled with the suspects and was struck numerous times in the head with the gun. The suspects fled the vehicle without removing any property. The first suspect is described as an 18year-old Hispanic man, 5-foot-9, 170 lbs. with brown eyes and black hair; the second suspect is described as an 18-year-old black man, 5-foot-9, 180 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair. Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can

also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers Website at nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then entering TIP577. From the DA TORCHER TAGGED: A 27-year-old Brooklyn man has been sentenced to 100 years to life in prison following his conviction on attempted murder and other charges for trying to kill his ex-girlfriend and her two children by pouring gasoline under the door of her Long Island City apartment and splashing her with it when she opened the door – then igniting it. Khenan Clarke, 27, of Ocean Avenue in Brooklyn, was convicted in April of one count of first-degree arson, three counts of second-degree attempted murder, two counts of first-degree assault and one count of firstdegree burglary following an eight-day jury trial. According to trial testimony, Clarke and his ex-girlfriend, Latisha Shaw, who was 22 years old at the time and three months pregnant, were having an argument on the morning of Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, about Shaw refusing to allow him into her apartment or to see the child they had in common – 4-yearold Jaden. Clarke stormed away but returned to Shaw’s apartment less than an hour later with a can of gasoline and began pouring it under the apartment door. When Shaw realized what was happening she opened the door and begged Clarke to stop for the sake of her two sons, Jaden and Amiire, 2. Clarke, who splashed her and the door with gas, told her that she and her two children were going to die that day. He then ignited the gas, setting fire to both the building and Shaw, who went screaming to her neighbor’s apartment with Clarke pursuing her and continuing to splash gas on her. In the meantime, Shaw’s apartment door slammed shut, trapping her two children inside. Hearing the commotion in the hallway, Shaw’s neighbor opened her door and splashed water on her and scared Clarke off with a knife. Shaw then ran to the building roof where firefighters found her with thirddegree burns to her legs. Her two children were rescued from the building apartment by firefighters and treated for smoke inhalation.

Police are looking for these t wo men who robbed a livery driver.

Queens CLOSEUP Senior Dance The Howard Beach Senior Center, located at 156-45 84th St., is featuring “Latin Dance” Lessons and Exercise Program every Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. Sara will be teaching mambo, salsa, cha-cha, meringue and other Latin dances to interested seniors.

Community House Relax, improve your health with meditation, every Thursday at 10 a.m. with Ronnie at the Queens Community House Kew Gardens, 80-02 Kew Gardens Road, Suite 202.

Target Passport Friday Leave your baggage at home and bring a picnic blanket out to Flushing Meadows Corona Park for the Target Passport Fridays at the Queens Museum of Art International Outdoor Film, Dance and Music Series. This week we celebrate Ecuador! Dance and music program begins at 6:30 p.m. and film begins at 8 p.m. Friday, July 8. Queens Museum of Art, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

Families Affected By Autism We invite you to join us for a family program at the Queens Museum of Art designed exclusively for you: “The Museum Explorers Club” Register for Saturday morning sessions to learn about exploring the various types of art making in the museum studio. Learn how to view art with your children. 11 am to noon Friday, July 8, Queens Museum of Art, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

Collaborative Ar t Day Many times people thing making art is the result of one person’s creativity and skill. Actually, there are some forms of art that require two or more people to work together. Let’s think about the different roles people take when they work together. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Sunday, July 10, Queens Museum of Art, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

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KISS In Queens Music writer Ken Sharp is working with KISS on an official book about their early days circa 1972-1975. In the book, there’s a chapter about Coventry, site of their first live show. We’re in need of an exterior photo of Coventry as well as images of KISS performing at the club. The club was located in Queens on 47-03 Queens Blvd, Long Island City from 1973 to 1976. If you can help, please email sharpk@aol.com.

Histor ical Offerings Bayside Historical Society will offer the following events and exhibits open to the community: Ongoing exhibit — Bayside Life: on the Edge of Modernity - exhibit details life as it was in the Bayside community 70 years ago, featuring photographs, memorabilia, documents, accompanying narrative, and reproductions of a local magazine, Bayside Life, published from 1939-1941. Ongoing exhibit: The Women of Bayside — pays tribute to women who have made their mark on the Bayside community throughout history. Featuring both contemporary women and those of yesteryear, the exhibit showcases those whose achievements, whether through volunteerism, business ventures, professional accomplishments or other initiatives, deserve recognition.

Ongoing exhibit: Native Bayside - explores the prehistoric occupation of Bayside and Northeastern Queens through the culmination of archaeological fieldwork by the New York Institute of Anthropology. The accompanying “Native Voice” oral history program is available online at baysidehistorical.org , and features interviews about the local native experience. Ongoing exhibit: The Castle - explores the origins of the Officers’ Club at Fort Totten from its design in the mid-19th century by the Army Corps of Engineers to its use as the original School of Application in 1887. Before and after photos detail the enormous task of restoring this Victorian era jewel. Ongoing exhibit: If the Hat Fits - History through headwear. This exhibit showcases hats throughout time, including the top hat, the bowler, the pill box and the panama hat, among others. Each hat from the collection of 19 pieces tells a story about changing styles, local history, and the world at large. Photographs accompany the display, including some historical photos of Bayside.

NA Can Help Got a drug problem? Call the Narcotics Anonymous helpline at (718) 962-6244 or go to westernqueensna.com

Revealing the Source Members of FCCA who are visual artists show their work in 2011 Member Exhibition, on display July 10-Sept. 11. This year’s theme, Revealing the Source, hopes to illuminate the unique paths that individual artists take in their careers, showcasing works of art that typify members’ “signature” work. Many art works are for sale and a portion of the proceeds benefits FCCA’s Visual Arts programs. Opening reception Sunday, July 10, 4-6 p.m., Flushing Town Hall, 137-35, Northern Blvd., Flushing. (718) 463-7700.

Juventis-Club Amer ica The New York Mets announced tickets for the July 26 soccer match at Citi Field between Juventus FC and Club America went on sale Monday, June 13, online at WorldFootballChallenge.com and 507TIXX.com, and by phone at (718) 507TIXX. Tickets start at $40. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Jackie Robinson Rotunda ticket windows located at Citi Field. The Juventus-Club America game comes on the heels of last week’s 1-1 tie between the national teams of Ecuador and Greece in front of a near-sellout crowd of 39,656 for the inaugural soccer match at Citi Field. The match is part of the Herbalife World Football Challenge, a soccer event featuring some of the biggest and best-known international clubs and teams from Major League Soccer (MLS) competing in nearly a dozen cities across North America from July 13 to Aug. 6.

Saw Festival A concert and art exhibit revolving around the 300-year-old art of playing music on a carpenter’s handsaw will be held Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m. For the past nine years Astoria became a pilgrimage spot for musical saw players from all over the world. The festival is in the Guinness Book of Records for the “Largest Musical saw Ensemble,” with 53 saw players playing together, beating the previous record from Poland (28 saw players). The festival includes a world premier of music written for four musical saws (first time ever such an instrumentation has been com-

posed) as well as the “Chorus of the Saws,” up to 40 musical saw players playing together. Many music styles (classical, contemporary, pop, folk, show-tunes, etc.) performed by musical saw soloists and ensembles from all over the world. A string quartet and Trinity Handbell Choir will accompany musical saw player Natalia “Saw Lady” Paruz in a presentation of the musical saw as a chamber music instrument. The festival will be held at the Hellenic Cultural Center, 27-09 Crescent St., Astoria. Admission is $10. To learn more go to MusicalSawFestival.org.

Zumba in the Park Join Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio as we shake our groove thangs in MacDonald Park Sunday, July 17, 3:30-4:30 p.m.here’s nothing like an outdoor Zumba class to get your heart pumpin’ and your toes tappin’. This is a free, open to the public event. Bring a bottle of water. Weather permitting. MacDonald Park is located on Queens Boulevard between 70th Road and 70th Avenue, Forest Hills. The event is sponsored by Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio, rhythmsandsoul.com, (347) 238-1654.

The Ultimate Excercise Sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation of NYC, the 8 week “Tai Chi class for people with Arthritis or limited mobility” will be held every Wednesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Flushing Town Hall, through Aug. 17. Tai Chi, a time honored exercise that derives its history from the Chinese Martial Arts. 9:30 a,m,, Flushing Town Hall, 137-35, Northern Blvd., Flushing. (718) 4637700.

Brush Painting Volunteerism, the art of brush painting, and helping the needy are rare and special ingredients to the recipe for a Zen-like and beautiful life. This is the underlying spirit behind the Oriental brush painting class formed by Marita Mohr, a young volunteer artist in her twenties who holds a degree in fine arts from the Fashion Institute of Technology and who learned brush painting at a very young age from American and Chinese artists. She believes in the value of this ancient art: its good influence in the inner life of an individual, its uplifting, spiritual and artistic quality, and its role as a bridge between the eastern and western art and the culture of the racially-diverse people of Queens. The art class is held every Saturday at St. Andrew Avellino boardroom in Flushing, except in the summer months. The class dues are donated to the St. Vincent de Paul Society that assists in alleviating the financial burdens of the needy: electric bills, rent, heating bills, and prescription medicines, groceries and others. Through the class, art has become a unique source of support and assistance to the needy. “What a great way to discover the beauty, joy, and mysticism of brush painting, and at the same time help the needy and promote creative fellowship,” said Ms. Mohr. Helping the needy through her art and inspiring others to an ancient world of art have been a moving force in her life.

Want Mohr? An art exhibit showing the works of Marita Mohr and her class will take place on July 10, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Andrew Avellino School Cafeteria located at 158th Street, between 35th Avenue and Northern Boulevard. There will be a reception with the

artists at 11:40 a.m. The show will include paintings of landscapes, birds and flowers, bamboos, and animals, and they have the breath of the oriental tradition and their modern adaptations. Contact: (718) 4616647.

Free Tennis Councilman Jim Gennaro announced that the New York Junior Tennis League, the most acclaimed scholastic tennis program in the United States, will offer free tennis instruction this summer at Pomonok Park, 6511 155th St. The program will operate from 2-5 p.m. and began July 5. The program is open to all community youngsters’ ages 6 to 18 and will offer participants with free tennis instruction by professional instructors, supervised practice and low-key competition. And this year, in partnership with the USTA and First Lady Michelle Obama, the New York Junior Tennis League, will present all youth who participate, with a Presidential Active Lifestyle Award. Children that would like to participate must be signed up by their parents or legal guardians. Walk-on registration takes place at the site on any day in which the program is in operation, beginning on July 5. For further information, call the New York Junior Tennis League, (718) 786-7110 or visit its website at nyjtl.org.

Elder Law Ann-Margaret Carrozza, an estate planning and elder law attorney, served as a member of the New York State Assembly for 14 years. As part of the First Presbyterian Church of Whitestone’s Continuing Health and Wellness Series, she is presenting a free Estate Tax & Elder Law Update on how to “Protect Assets in the Event of Long Term Illness” on Saturday, July 16, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The seminar will take place at the First Presbyterian Church of Whitestone, 15-43 149th St.

Business Women’s Circle’s When all is said and done, a social gathering for like-minded women is a lot of fun. But when you combine it with business networking - it’s fabulous! Come to the Independent Business Women’s Circle’s first “Getting to Know You,” where a two for one admission combined with a delectable lunch and an opportunity to spend 5-10 minutes talking solely about your business will make for a memorable afternoon. The event will be held at Brandywine at the Savoy, 55-15 Little Neck Pkwy., Little Neck, Tuesday, July 12, noon to 2 p.m. Bring visual displays or products, business cards, flyers, discount coupons etc. and be prepared to tell the group what you do and how you do it. Non-members pay $25 for two – themselves and a guest; members pay $5 with a free pass for a guest. Celebrate the summer and learn about our upcoming August tradeshow and how you can participate. RSVP by email to Marcia Isman at mi4mags@aol.com or call Karen Bomzer at (631) 754-6640. You can obtain more information about IBWC including membership perks by visiting ibwc.org

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Boro Baller Picked By Golden State By JASON COHEN The 2011 NBA Draft was filled with international players and very few from the collegiate level. It also may be the last time people may see NBA players for a long time due to the lockout. But one of the collegiate players drafted was Springfield Gardens native and Hofstra University point guard Charles Jenkins. He was selected 44th overall by the Golden State Warriors, a team with many young rising stars and new head coach Marc Jackson. Jenkins was the first Hofstra player selected since Speedy Claxton was taken by the Philadelphi 76ers in 2000. Claxton is currently working as a scout for the Warriors. He was drafted into a near perfect situation. The Warriors are a run and gun team with athletic, sharp shooting guards Monta Ellis and Steph Curry, and with the new addition of Jenkins, the team will be able to

run up and down the floor at a lightning fast pace. Jackson, a St. John's alum and former New York Knick, has a lot on his plate. For the past four years, Jenkins dominated the Colonial Athletic Association. For the third year in a row, he was the recipient of the Haggerty Award, which honors the top collegiate player in the Metropolitan New York area, becoming only the third person to do so. He also won the CAA player of the year award for the second year in a row and totaled 2,513 points, becoming only the 63rd player in NCAA history to reach the 2,500point mark One person who can attest to Jenkins' leadership on and off the court is Hofstra coach Mo Cassara. Though Cassara only coached Jenkins this past year, he got to know him well, he said. The coach said he is excited that he was drafted by such a "gifted" team.

"I think he's got an opportunity to play," he said. As good of a player that he is on the court, he is an even better person off the court, the coach remarked. Cassara believes that Jenkins is a combo guard and that he will fit right in with the Warriors. "With any opportunity he's had, he's excelled," he said. After 21 years of working at the school, Athletic Director Jack Hayes said Jenkins was one of a kind, he said. "He got as much out of the college experience on and off the court as anyone that I have ever seen," Hayes said. "He's as good of a person that you can find." Jenkins was always in attendance at many events at the college. Each year his numbers increased and he was able to compete against some of the best players in the CAA. The

Warriors won't take very long to realize that they now have a very special player in Jenkins, Hayes said. Tom Pecora, the coach at Fordham University, coached Jenkins for four years at Hofstra. In Jenkins' sophomore year, Pecora said he sensed that he had a special player that had the ability to make it to the NBA. There are many players who can score, rebound or play defense and then there are ones who are clutch and Jenkins is one of them, the coach said. More importantly, the man that people see on the court is a ferocious player, while off the court he is a true gentleman, Pecora remarked. "He evolved into a great player," Pecora said. "In time he will be a leader." Reach Intern Jason Cohen at jcohen@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 124.

Rep. Warns GOP Health Plan Will Hurt By JASON BANREY U.S. Rep. Joe Crowley (D-Jackson Heights) warned his constituents last week that adoption of the GOP budget in Congress will make life harder for seniors in Queens. Marking the 45th Anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid, Crowley unveiled a report on the impact of the GOP's plan to end Medicare and Medicaid, "Breaking the Promise." It details how 89,630 seniors living in the 7th Congressional District, which spreads across both Queens and the Bronx, will be significantly affected by proposals included in the Republicans' Fiscal Year 2012 budget. "Republicans are trying to end healthcare

as we know it," Crowley said of the Republican Party's efforts to dismantle both Medicare and Medicaid and implement a voucher system which would increase the costs for seniors currently receiving assistance. If passed into law, the budget would repeal the Affordable Care Act's closing of the prescription drug coverage gap and eliminate new preventative care benefits. Standing with seniors in solidarity on July 1, Crowley addressed their concerns and spoke of the importance of retaining the vital programs which have ensured a basic level of healthcare to many in the borough. Theo Oshiro, director of health advocacy for Make the Road New York, an immigrant

advocacy organization helping educate seniors about the issue, said the Republicans' plan to dismantle Medicare and Medicaid would place the burden of healthcare costs on individuals who already have difficulty affording coverage. "Future generations will stand to lose a lot," Oshiro said. "We're hoping this doesn't become a reality. There are better ways to do this not on the backs of our seniors." Inocencia Nolasco, 70, has been on Medicare since she retired. Over the years, due to her limited income, she has come to rely heavily on the coverage she receives through the federal program. "Medicare is important to me because it

guarantees that I can see my doctor and stay healthy," Nolasco said. "The Republican plan worries me. I don't know how I will be able to afford healthcare if this happens." The budget proposal for FY 2012 passed the House of Representatives in April. The proposal has yet to be voted on by the Senate. In an effort to reach an agreement on the FY 2012 budget, Congressional Democratic leaders and officials of President Barack Obama's administration are now considering several proposals which would cut tens of billions of dollars to both Medicare and Medicaid. Reach Reporter Jason Banrey at jbanrey@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 128.

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LaGCC Aims To Help LIC Tourism As Long Island City is fast becoming a desired tourist destination, LaGuardia Community College has launched an ambitious tourism project that will assist local hotels and tourism suppliers in meeting increased demand. The LaGuardia LIC-Queens Tourism Development Project is encouraging local hoteliers to look to the college for its 25 years of tourism education and its travel and tourism and hospitality students as valuable resources. The project was developed by the College's Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management (TTHM) program, which will receive advisement by the Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC). "This partnership is a win-win situation for the hotel community, arts, entertainment and cultural venues, restaurants, food and beverage suppliers, as well as LaGuardia students," said Professor James Giordano, the director of TTHM. "We can connect the business community to our TTHM classrooms and curriculum. At the same time, these tourism organizations will serve as learning laboratories for our students as they become active agents in the tourism development process." The TTHM program will provide hotel owners with training, seminars, presentations and courses that cover such topics as hotel operations and manage-

gage its 280 travel and tourism and hospitality management majors who will serve the hoteliers in a number of capacities. Integrated into the students' classroom assignments will be a variety of activities - marketing and research projects, case studies and event planning - that will focus on the needs of individual local hotel owners. Students will also be placed on internships at the local tourism suppliers. Long Island City, once a masHotels like the Comfort Inn at the foot of the sive industrial park with factories, Queensborough Bridge are popping up all automobile companies and bakeries, is now proclaimed a "hot" across Long Island City. neighborhood with luxury apartment, marketing, technology systems m e n t b u i l d i n g s , w a t e r f r o n t p a r k s , trendy restaurants, art galleries and and events and meeting planning. Giordano noted that a recent kick-off museums. Among the area's attractions forum is an example of the types of the are P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, the events that the program will schedule. Graffiti Park, the Museum of Moving Addressing the hotel owners who at- Images, Socrates Sculpture Park, the tended the event was Julie Heizer of the Fisher Landau Center for Art and the Office of Travel and Tourism Industries Noguchi Museum. With those attractions come tourists. of the U.S. Dept. of Commerce, who spoke about the latest trends and fore- And with tourism comes hotels. Long Iscast on tourism. "Ms. Heizer's talk was land City has 18 hotels along Queens very beneficial because it identified who Boulevard and Bridge Plaza, the majority the travelers are and where they come of which were built over the past five years. "Tourism is important for many reafrom," said Brandon Philpart, general sons: it creates jobs, services and broadmanager of Ravel Hotel. The program will also actively en- ens the tax base," said Seth Bornstein,

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Making a Home for Wildlife Waste Management is committed to protecting the environment and preserving natural resources. That commitment extends to our efforts to restore wildlife habitat around our facilities nationwide. Working with the Wildlife Habitat Council and local conservation groups, we have set aside over 25,000 acres for wildlife at 100 Waste Management sites – including one right here in New York City. To learn more, visit www.thinkgreen.com.

Director of the Queens Economic Development Corporation. "This project is important as it will focus attention on Long Island City - one of the fastest developing communities in the entire city." To ascertain the primary business concerns of the local hoteliers, Giordano noted that the college conducted a basic needs assessment survey this past January. Students in the Lodging and Hotel Operations and Management course visited 13 hotels to gather responses. "The survey uncovered that the majority of the hoteliers needed assistance in pricing/revenue and marketing," said Giordano. "These concerns can be easily addressed through presentations, seminars, training and courses in the TTHM program curriculum." He said that the hoteliers also expressed an interest in forming a local industry-based consortium of tourismrelated suppliers working together to address present and further tourism demands. "A coordinated approach to tourism can allow Long Island City and the college community to benefit from the latest trends in urban tourism," said Giordano. "Long touted as the next 'hot' neighborhood, Long Island City can enjoy a growing tourist movement from the traditional areas of Manhattan."

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By JOSEPH OROVIC Sky View Parc has seen its share of headaches since its inception. But last week, the monolithic development on College Point Boulevard was dealt a major blow when 118 potential buyers were refunded 75 percent of their collective $5 million in down payments. The returned cash was the result of a settlement between the buyers and the project's current financial backer, ONEX Real Estate Partners. In a statement, the firm said it wanted to get past the issues presented in the suit. "As the new sponsor we wanted to do the best thing for the project and start fresh under new management," said ONEX Real Estate Partners President Michael Dana. Prominent real estate attorney Adam Leitman Bailey represented the buyers in the suit, basing their claim on the sponsor's failure to abide by the Federal Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act by registering Sky View Parc with the Housing and Urban Development Dept. Leitman Bailey's case also contended the project's developer did not inform buyers of major changes in the project, including delays, a restructuring of the project's $519 million loan and a new sponsor. The disclosure of such information would have allowed the 118 buyers to legally back out of their contracts. Bailey said evidence of the problems was withheld, as the case was settled before the trial reached the discovery phase. ONEX's attorney dismissed any implication that the suit was settled to hide dirty laundry. "There was no merit whatsoever to the allegations that any major changes had occurred, which had an adverse effect on the project, and, in fact, all of the changes have only made the project stronger," said Mark Walfish of Katsky Korins LLP, who represented ONEX Real Estate Partners. "The only

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City Pensions Jump 20% In Past Year

City Comptroller John Liu announced Tuesday that preliminary numbers indicate the New York City Pension Funds recorded investment returns of more than 20 percent in Fiscal Year 2011, which ended June 30. This is the first time in 13 years the funds have achieved this mark. The preliminary data indicates the funds' values at approximately $119 billion as of June 30, 2011, which exceeds the $115 billion pre-2008 crash peak, and the June 30, 2010 value of $97.8 billion. The estimated returns for FY 2011, the first full fiscal year under Liu, who took office on Jan. 1, 2010, follow gains of 14 percent in FY 2010, and reflect stock and bond market recoveries, as well as new actions taken by the Comptroller's Office and the Trustees of the Pension Boards. "While the markets remain volatile, we have vigorously pursued a diversification strategy to enhance our returns while lowering pension costs to the City. This will protect pensioners and taxpayers alike in the long run," Liu said. "It has been gratifying to work closely with our dedicated Trustees to achieve these results." Together with the Trustees of the five Pension Boards, the Comptroller's Bureau of Asset Management (BAM) has implemented a number of changes over the past 18 months in order to enhance the team managing the $119 billion NYC Funds. BAM has added more than 150 years of investment experience to its ranks by hiring seasoned professionals to target asset classes such as public equities, hedge funds, fixed income, private equity and real estate. In addition, BAM, working with the Boards of Trustees, is completing asset allocation reviews of each of the Funds' portfolios to more aggressively capitalize on market opportunities and diversify the mix of investments to mitigate against market fluctuations. Liu credited Deputy Comptroller for Asset Management / Chief Investment Officer Lawrence Schloss and the Bureau of Asset Management for helping the Funds attain these results.

reason the sponsor settled was because the lawsuit was a distraction and they wanted to put it totally behind them." The monolithic mixed-use project at 40-22 College Point Blvd. has faced numerous troubles from the onset, including construction delays and lackluster sales. The travails forced original developer Muss to cede control of the $1 billion project to ONEX Real Estate Partners and the Related Companies. Reach Deputy Editor Joseph Orovic at jorovic@queenstribune.com or (718) 357-7400, Ext. 127.

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Sky View Settles On Buyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Claim The beleaguered Sky View Park has settled a claim by 118 buyers.

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It’s About The Water:

Though Some Cheer Fracking Deal, Others Find Plan Hard To Swallow By DOMENICK RAFTER The Cuomo Administration has decided to allow the controversial natural gas drilling procedure called hydrofracking, but with a laundry list of stipulations, including a ban on the procedure within the New York City watershed and some stricter regulations. “We are going to do this safely,” said New York Dept. of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Jack Martens on July 1. “Our top priority is drinking water.” Hydrofracking, or hydraulic fracturing, a procedure in which natural gas is harvested from bedrock, is controversial because the chemicals used in the procedure are dangerous and can often seep into drinking water in wells and reservoirs. Energy companies have eyed New York as fertile ground because the Marcellus Shale bedrock formation, which covers a wide swath of the state from the Hudson Valley to Lake Erie, is home to large amounts of untapped natural gas. Environmentalists and City offi-

cials expressed concern that hydrofracking can lead to contamination of the city’s water supply system that originates in the Catskills.

Formerly Opposed Last year, the state declared a moratorium on permits for hydrofracking, a move hailed by Councilman Jim Gennaro (D-Fresh Meadows), who had been seeking to get the state to stop the practice for the prior two years. Last week, Gennaro – one of the staunchest opponents to the procedure – applauded the Governor’s decision to lift the moratorium with the caveat that no drilling be done in any area that would affect the drinking water supply for the City. “The [New York City] Council is pleased that the State, under Gov. Cuomo’s leadership, will propose to ban hydrofracking within the New York City drinking water supply watershed,” said Gennaro, chairman of the Environmental Protection

Committee. “This is terrific news.”

What Will Happen? The procedure will be banned in the watersheds of New York City and Syracuse, limiting the permitted area to a narrow swath of the Southern Tier along the Pennsylvania Border. Drilling will also be banned on state-owned land, within 500 feet of aquifers and no permits will be issued for drilling near private water wells. That still leaves 85 percent of the Marcellus Shale open for drilling. Martens said energy companies will have to make public some of the chemicals they are using when hydrofracking. A High-Volume Hydraulic Fracturing Advisory Panel has also been put together by Gov. Cuomo that will be charged with developing recommendations to ensure DEC and other agencies are enabled to properly oversee, monitor and enforce high-volume hydraulic fracturing activities and avoid and mitigate impacts to localities. The panel will also be tasked with evaluating the current fee structure and other revenue streams to fund government oversight and infrastructure related to hydrofracking. The 13-member panel will include environmentalists Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Mark Brownstein from the Environmental Defense Fund; business leaders like Mark Boling from Southwest Energy; and politicians from the Southern Tier, including former Lt. Gov. and Jamestown Mayor Stan Ludine, and two state legislators from Binghamton, the city in the center of the Marcellus Shale area; Democratic Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo and Republican State Sen. Tom Libous. No permits will be issued until the public has 60 days to see the DEC’s repor t. That 60-day period will begin in August.

and Assembly committee chairs. State Sen. Tony Avella (D-Bayside), who introduced a bill banning hydrofracking statewide, authored a letter to Gov. Cuomo, co-signed by Assemblyman William Colton (D-Brooklyn), opposing any lifting of the moratorium. “The risk presented by hydrofracking, where a single accident can do irreparable harm to our water supply and our farmland, simply outweighs any potential economic benefit,” the letter read. “This decision by DEC and the Executive to lift the moratorium on hydraulic fracturing is misguided and premature,” said Assemblyman Kevin Cahill (D-Kingston), chairman of the Energy Committee. Reach Reporter Domenick Rafter at drafter@queenstribune.com or (718) 357-7400, Ext. 125.

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Not An Easy Sell The administration’s decision was met with stiff opposition from hydrofracking opponents in the state legislature, including Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver

What Is Hydrofracking? Horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing (hydrofracking) are legal and common in New York. The majority of wells in the Marcellus Shale will be hydraulically fractured.

How It Works Horizontal drilling has been used in New York since the 1980s. A “horizontal well” is first drilled down vertically to a depth above the target gasbearing rock formation. Special tools are then used to curve the well so that the hole is drilled horizontally within the gas-bearing rock for up to several thousand feet. Ten percent of DEC’s 2007 well drilling permits were for directional and horizontal wells.

Except for special tools used underground, horizontal drilling is performed using the same equipment and technology as vertical drilling, with the same protocols in place for aquifer protection, fluid containment and waste handling.

Benefits Of Horizontal Drilling Maximum contact with the gas-bearing rock formation, so that more gas can be produced from a single well. Multiple horizontal wells can be drilled laterally from the same surface location, so that less of the ground surface is disturbed compared to using vertical wells to produce the same amount of gas.

The Pump Process

What’s In It?

Hydraulic fracturing consists of pumping a fluid and a propping material such as sand down the well under high pressure to create fractures in the gas-bearing rock. The propping material (usually referred to as a “proppant”) holds the fractures open, allowing more gas to flow into the well than would naturally. No blast or explosion is created by the hydraulic fracturing process, which has been used in New York since at least the 1950s. Hydraulic fracturing technology is especially helpful for “tight” rocks like shale. Hydraulic fracturing of the Marcellus Shale will require large volumes of water to fracture the rocks and produce the desired amount of gas. Each well may use more than 1 million gallons of water.

The hydraulic fracturing fluid typically contains compounds added to the water to make the hydraulic fracturing process more effective. These may include a friction reducer; a biocide to prevent the growth of bacteria that would damage the well piping or clog the fractures; a gel to carry the proppant into the fractures; and various other agents to make sure the proppant stays in the fractures and to prevent corrosion of the pipes in the well. The Department is assessing the chemical makeup of these additives and will ensure that all necessary safeguards and best practices are followed. Source: NYS Dept. Environmental Conservation

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Celebrating 200th

Council Members Julissa Ferreras, Vincent Gentile and Mark Weprin express support for the Autism Initiative at a City Hall rally.

Assemblywoman Grace Meng and local community leaders proudly participated in the 200th Anniversary of Macedonia AME Church. Pictured l. to r.: Gene Kelty, Marilyn Bitterman of Community Board 7, Grace Meng, Catherine Williams of Macedonia and Councilman Peter Koo.

On June 30, not to be outdone by the events of a few days later on the Hudson River, Astoria celebrated Independence Day with a fireworks show of its own. Photos by Lisa Cavanagh

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Women’s Bar Assn

The Queens County Women’s Bar Association held its annual Installation Dinner June 21 at Russo’s on the Bay. Above: Incoming President Hon. Bernice D. Siegal, Justice of the Supreme Court, was installed. Below: Nettie Mayersohn, Ann Margaret Carrozza, Mark Weprin, Helen Marshall and Karen Koslowitz attended. Photos by Ira Cohen

Queens Borough President Helen Marshall and Chairman Robert Tierney of the Landmarks Preservation Commission celebrate the start of restoration work on the historic, century-old Tifereth Israel synagogue in Corona.

Cunningham Signs

As part of National Trails Day, Senator Toby Ann Stavisky joins the Friends of Cunningham Park for the dedication of the National Trails Interpretive Signage. Pictured l. to r.: Marc Haken and Diane Cohen of Friends of Cunningham Park, Stavisky.

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Leisure A Personal Perspective:

We Can't All Be At The US Open By JASON BANREY To a smal l cadre of individuals, being a ball person at the US Open tennis tournament is a position reserved only for the most agile, physically fit calm and collected connoisseurs of the sport. The job gives you an opportunity to stand amongst some of the world’s greatest tennis players to ever walk the earth – but it is a n occupation that is not easily earned. On June 24, I had my oppor tunity to tr y out for one of the 75 available coveted positions at this year’s tournament and, in a nutshell, it is not as easy as it looks. Of the 600 part icipants who signed up for the day’s tryouts, I am not so sure I made the cut, but I was w illing to give it a tr y no mat ter how nervous I was. Prior to stepping on to the indoor cour t at Billie Jean King Nat ional Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, I believed my athletic ability was up to par with USTA ball p erson standards. But I was wrong. The tryout began like an interview process. Participants are asked to fill out a form before you are cal led up to t he court.

Nervously, I asked Danny Casesa, the ball person supervisor overseeing the tryouts, to run through the process for me before I gave it my all. The instructions were simple, yet seemed strict: line up beside the net – no moving around, eyes straight at all times, hands behind your back while waiting for the ball to hit the net, in a graceful fashion scoop the ball up with both hands and return to either side of the court you are closest to. Sounds simple, right? One by one the balls struck the net. Coming in successive fashion, each ball brought me out front and center on the court. With the grace of a chimpanzee and the quickness of a gazelle I made it through the process. But 20 minutes later, drenched in sweat, I found myself trying to catch my breath. Fueling my less-than-par performance was only one granola bar which I had quickly wolfed down about a half an hour before stepping foot on cour t. “We’re going to step it up a bit,” Casesa said. “You ready?” “Of course,” I replied with a nervous

smile as I wiped my sweaty brow. “I was born ready. Let’s do it.” In the second round I was asked to stand at the back position at the far end of the court where I was asked to accurately return the balls to the opposite baseline with only a single bounce. One after the other, the tennis balls made their way in a fur y towards my direct ion. As each ball bounced near me I lost the confidence I had mustered only moments before. Watching me bobble each ball like a cheap carnival act that never got the hang of juggling, Casesa said we were done. “This is nothing,” Casesa said. “Imagine doing this with thousands in the stands watching.” I did not think I would be able to handle that kind of pressure, but for others it is all about keeping cool. Laray Fowler of Astoria has had the honor of serving as a ball person at the U.S. Open for the last 15 tournaments. She has shared the court with tennis great such as Andre Agassi, Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic, the world’s current No. 1 ranked player. What was once a nerve racking experi-

ence, Fowler now does with ease in the face of some of the world’s greats. “I feel privileged to be front row and center,” Fowler said with a smile. “It’s exciting.” In the end, I believed my effort s were recognized as above average. I have yet to hear back from the USTA as to whether or not I made the cut. I’m not holding my breath. Despite my success, I weighed the options of pursing a career as a ball person. Would traveling across the countr y, following tennis tournaments for $7.75 per hour be wor th it? In the end I am going to take my chances continuing to cover Queens. There is less perspiration involved. Although you may not see me gracing the emerald cour ts at this year’s Grand Slam Tournament, which take s place from Aug. 29 to Sept 11. in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, be sure to appreciate each ball person’s execution. Take it from me it is not as easy as it looks. Reach Reporter Jason Banrey at jbanrey@queenstribune.com or (718) 3577400, Ext. 128. Photo by Jason Banrey

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One of the participants tries his hand at being a US Open ball person.

Queens Symphony Set For 2 Outdoor Shows There’s nothing like a summer evening with friends enjoying live music outdoors. The Queens Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce t wo summer concer t dates and locations, free to the community of Queens. Queens Symphony Orchestra, under the musical direction of QSO Music Director Constantine Kitsopoulos, will present its 13th Annual Great Lawn Summer Concert, “Opera Under the Stars,” Wednesday, July 20, 7 p.m., at St. John’s University’s Great Lawn in Jamaica. “Opera Under the Stars will also take place on Sunday, July 17, 5 p.m. at the newly renovated George Seuffer t Bandshell at Forest Park in Woodhaven.

The concert s will feature fabulous opera singers w ith the QSO per forming operat ic hits that will have you humming along. This free event, which is held rain or shine, is made possible by sponsorships from Consolidated Edison, New York Cit y and State Departments of Parks and Recreation, Assemblyman Ror y Lancma n, New York State Council on the Ar t s, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs and CocaCola. In case of inclement weather, the concerts w ill be moved to alternate locat ions. For more information, call QSO at (718) 570-0909, or e-mail them at qso@queenssymphony.org, or visit queenssymphony.org.

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CARA MIA be the pazzo salad, which she said trans220-20 Hillside Ave. Queens Village late s to “craz y salad.” Instead, a dish of (718) 740-9118 cavatelli, broccoli rabe accompanied by hot CUISINE: Italian sausage and oil was placed center stage. HOURS: Tue-Fri 11 am to 10 pm; Sat As carnivores that enjoy pasta, we were noon to 10 pm; Sun 1-9 pm not at all disappointed that the salad took a PARKING: In Rear backseat. She quickly explained the mix CREDIT CARDS: All major up, but left us to eat in peace. After an afternoon shower brought cool As soon as the plate was empty it was to a warm summer Sunday, a friend and I car ted away and on its heels was the pazzo decided to enjoy the pleasant weather with salad. A bev y of me sclun was met with a stroll, and ended up set tling in for a grilled vegetables, mozzarella and provowarming Italian dinner to prepare us for lone, all topped with a warm balsamic the coming week. vinaigret te. At the edge of Queens Village, mere Denise followed the salad with meatballs blocks from Bellerose, Cara Mia in homemade sauce. The meathas welcomed generations. My balls had a ver y unique flavor, guest and I were welcomed into RESTAURANT which is explained by the 100a dining room awash with soft year-old recipe. Next up was a light. Denise, who seemingly combination plat ter of veal and mans this ship of classic cuisine, chicken parmigiana. A deluge of navigated through the cozy dinmozzarella and sauce covered the ing room and seated us in a meat. After devouring the meats booth. we picked at the cheese that The menu boasts a meatball drifted to the edges of the plate, recip e that is a centur y old. savoring its sweet saltiness. There are also dishes teeming The dinner was rounded out with mozzarella – and for those with lightly breaded shrimp of you who know me understand I have scampi in white wine. Since my guest is never met a slither of cheese I could not allergic to shellfish, I dove into the scampi adore. all by my lonesome. I never complained. I First up was the bread basket, which is ate every morsel. rife with garlic squares crafted in-house Though dinner was over, de ssert was and a baguet te from a Cara Mia vendor. yet to be had. Since I was full from the The drink special, a passion fruit mar tini, scampi I let my guest choose de sert – the made it s way to the table cour te sy of Italian cheesecake prepared on premises. Denise. Though I had asked for the drink There was no fanfare to accompany the special, hearing of its passion fruit flavor I cheesecake; no cherries, chocolate sauce inwardly turned up my nose – I’m not a or anyt hing that would distract from the fan. With a serious measure of apprehen- pure flavors. A subtle lemon tang shot from sion I took a sip… and then another. Sim- the cake on first bite. It is unlike American ply put, it was refreshing. I nursed the cheesecake with its heaviness. After such drink throughout dinner as I wanted its a rich meal we needed something light to decadence and flavor to last the evening. settle our stomachs. This was just the right Denise promised our first course would finale to a wonder ful evening.

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RELIGIOUS ASTORIA CENTER Saturdays, July 9, August 6 Tot Shabbat. Astoria Center of Israel, 27-35 Crescent Street, LIC. 278-2680.

MISCELLANEOUS CLOTHING SWAP Saturday, July 16 at 11 at the Sunnyside library swap clothing, shoes and accessories. WALK ABOUT Saturday, July 30 Independence Residences, Inc. will hold the 2 nd Annual Queens Walk About in Cunningham Park. 805-6796, ext. 133. ADOPTION MEETING Saturday, July 30 at 10 at Family Focus Adoption, Little Neck. 224-1919.

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TALKS DAY BOOK CLUB Monday, July 11 at the Windsor Park library at 2. INVESTMENTS Monday, July 11 Edward Jones Investment seminar at 6 at the Steinway library. SUMMER BOOK CLU B Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Lefferts library “Women of the Silk” will be discussed at 2. BOOK CLUB Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Arverne library at 4. AUTHOR TALK Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Windsor Park library “Time Will Travel” will be discussed at 4. BOOK TALK Thursday, July 14 “Long Day’s Journey into Night” will be discussed at 6:30 at the Glendale library. POETRY TALK Saturday, July 16 three poems discussed at the Bayside library at 3. ELDER LAW Saturday, July 16 10:30noon at the First Presbyterian Church of Whitestone, 15-43 149 th Street. Thursday, July 21 at Queensborough Communit y College. 631-6343 to register. Free Estate Tax and Elder Law Update on “How to Protect Assets in the Event of Long Term Illness.” FLUSHING Friday, August 5 “A Thousand Splendid Suns.” 1 at the Flushing library.

TEENS BIKE REPAIR Saturday, July 9 at the Steinway library at 11. CHESS CLUB Saturdays at the Flushing library at 2. KNIT & CROCHET Mondays at the Douglaston/ Little Neck library at 4. POP ART PROJECT Monday, July 11 at the Fresh Meadows library at 1. LIC CRAFT Monday, July 11 at the LIC library at 1. SKYPE CHAT Monday, July 11 at the Queens Village library. 7766800 to register. BUTTON CRAFT Monday, July 11 at the St. Albans library at 2. MOVIE NIGHT Monday, July 11 at the Lefrak Cit y library at 3 and at 5 at the Arverne library. FAMILY GAME NIGHT Monday, July 11 at the South Jamaica library at 6 CULTURE OF AFRICA Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursday, July 12, 13, 14 at the Laurelton library at 2:30. SUMMER CROCHET Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Douglaston/Little Neck Parkway at 2:30. WII & BOARD GAME Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Bayside library at 3. SUMMER READING Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Briarwood librar y. Register. TEEN GAMING Tuesday, July 12 at the Fresh Meadows library at 3:30. CHESS LESSONS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Winsor Park library at 4. CHESS Wednesdays at 3:30 at the Queens Village library. SUMMER READING Wednesday, July 13 at the Fresh Meadows library at 1. COMPUTER CREATIONS Wednesday, July 13 at the LIC library at 2. NE WSPAPER Wednesday, July 13 at the North Hills library. Register. GAME DAY Wednesday, July 13 at the Howard Beach library at 4. COMIX Wednesday, July 13 make your own commix at the Astoria library at 2. TEEN CRAFT Wednesday, July 13 at the Central library at 3. SUMMER GAME DAY Wednesday, July 13 at the St. Albans library at 4. ORAL HISTORY Wednesday, July 13 at the Windsor Park library. Register. CRAFT DAY Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Flushing library at 2. SUMMER READING Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Peninsula library at 2. TEEN THURSDAYS Thursday, July 14 at the Bay Terrace library at 3. GAME TIME Thursday, July 14 a t t h e North Hills library at 3:30. GRAPHIC ARTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Bayside library. Register. ARTS & CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Ridgewood library at 4.

CREATIVE WRITING Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Langston Hughes library at 4:30. CHESS TOURNAMENT Thursday, July 14 at the East Flushing library at 5. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Arverne library at 3. ARTS & CRAFTS Friday, July 15 at the LIC library at 2. GAME PLAYERS Friday, July 15 at the Laurelton library at 3. SUMMER READING Friday, July 15 at the Peninsula library at 3. CHESS LESSONS Friday, July 15 at the Windsor Park library. Register. TEEN GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Rosedale library at 4:30. TEEN HAPPY HOUR Friday, July 15 at the Flushing library at 3. TEEN TIME Friday, July 15 at the Douglaston library at 11. TEEN HAPPY HOUR Friday, July 15 at the Flushing library at 2. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Elmhurst library at 4. NE WSPAPER Friday, July 15 at the LIC library at 4. CHESS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Woodside library at 4.

MEETINGS CATHOLIC VETS Mondays, July 11 American Mart yrs Catholic War Veterans Post 1772 meets in Bayside. 468-9351. VFW 4787 Mondays, July 11, 25 Whitestone VFW Community Post meets. 746-0540. COMM. BD. 9 Wednesday, July 13 at Queens Borough Hall. 2862686. AMER. LEGION 131 Tuesdays, July 19, August 16, September 20 American Legion, Post 131 meets at 8 at 10-20 Clintonville Street, Whitestone. 7674323. TALK OF THE TOWN Tuesdays, July 19, August 2, 16, September 6, 20 learn the art of public speaking in St. Albans at 7:15. 640-7092. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Tuesday, July 19, Wednesday, August 3, Tuesday, August 16 at Holy Family in Fresh Meadows. 969-2448. TOASTMASTERS Wednesday, July 20 learn the art of public speaking at the Voices of Rochdale in Jamaica. 978-0732. FLUSHING CAMERA Wednesday, July 20 Flushing Camera Club meets at Flushing Hospital. 479-0643. GAY MEN Thursdays, July 21, August 4 Queens Pride House Men’s Group. 429-5309. FH VAC Wednesday, July 27 Forest Hills Volunteer Ambulance Corp meets. 793-2055.

YOUTH SUMMER READING Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Langston Hughes library at 2:30. WII & BOARD GAMES Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Bayside library at 3. SUMMER READING Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Broad Channel library. Register. CHESS CLUB Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Steinway library at 3:30 and the LIC library at 3:45. GIRL SCOUTS Tuesday, July 12 at 3 at the Laurelton library. Register. MATH WIZARDS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Arverne library at 4. ACTIVITY DAY Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e McGoldrick library. Register. CHESS LESSONS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Windsor Park library. Register. LEARN CHESS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Rosedale library at 4:30. CHESS Wednesdays at the Queens Village library at 3:30. FILM FEST Wednesday, July 13 at the Broadway library at 10:30. FAMILY STORY TIME Wednesday, July 13 at the Seaside library at 11. EARLY READERS Wednesday, July 13 at the South Ozone Park library at 2. CRAFTS Wednesday, July 13 at the Arverne library at 2:30. CRAFTS Wednesday, July 13 at the Bay Terrace library at 3:30. KNIT & CROCHET Wednesday, July 13 at the South Hollis library at 3:30. BABYMOUSE CLUB Wednesday, July 13 at the Arverne library at 4. KNITTING Wednesday, July 13 at the Bayside library at 4. GAME DAY Wednesday, July 13 at the Howard Beach library at 4. CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Glendale library at 2. CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Pomonok library at 2. CHESS Wednesdays at 3:30 at the Queens Village library. READ TO ME Wednesday, July 13 at the Bay Terrace library at 10:30. READ TO ME Wednesday, July 13 at the Bellerose librar y. Register. S TORY T I M E Wednesday, July 13 at the McGoldrick library at 10:30. READ TO ME Wednesday, July 13 at the N o r t h F o re st Pa r k l i b ra r y. Register. DINOSAURS Thursday, July 14 at the B a y s i d e l i b ra r y. Re g i s te r. Also at the Bellerose library. Register. GIRL SCOUTS Thursday, July 14 at the Rosedale library at 1. ARTS & CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Steinway library at 3. LITTLE KID CRAFTS

Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Howard Beach library at 3:30. ARTS & CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Steinway library at 4. ARTS & CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e North Hills library. Register. GAME TIME Thursday, July 14 a t t h e North Hills library at 3:30. CRAFT TIME Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Ozone Park library at 3:30. ARTS & CRAFTS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e McGoldrick library. Register. MAGIC WORKSHOP Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Kew Gardens Hills librar y. Register. T WILIGHT TALES Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Douglaston library at 6:30. BOY SCOUT 138 Thursdays Boy Scout Troop 138 meets at 7:30 in the basement at 192-15C 64 th Circle, Fresh Meadows. For those 11 and older. 4542391. VARIETY PROGRAM Friday, July 15 at the Lefrak Cit y library. Register. ARTS & CRAFTS Friday, July 15 at the LIC library at 2. SUMMER READING Friday, July 15 at the Peninsula library at 3. CHESS LESSONS Friday, July 15 at the Windsor Park library. Register. BALLOON WORKSHOP Friday July 15 Woodhaven library. Register. KIDS GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Rosedale library at 3. TODDLER CRAFT Friday, July 15 at the Briarwood librar y. Register. READ TO ME Friday, July 15 Windsor Park library. Register. CREATIVE WRITING Friday, July 15 at the Bayside library. Register. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Queens Village library at 2. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Bay Terrace library at 2:30. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Arverne library at 3. FLASH FRIDAY Friday, July 15 at the Ozone Park library at 3. CHESS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Auburndale library at 3:30. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the McGoldrick library at 4. YU-GI-OH Friday, July 15 at the Queensboro Hill library at 4. CHESS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Woodside library at 4.

THEATER AUDITIONS Monday and Tuesday, July 11, 12 auditions for “Crossing Delancey” at 7:30 at Zion Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 243-01 Northern Blvd., Douglaston. 347-7329015 questions.

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QUEENS LIBRARIES Many branches of the Queensborough Library offer toddler and pre-school programs. Contact your local branch for dates. FAMIY CRAFT Saturday, July 9 at the Bayside library. Register. SCULPTURE PARK Saturdays through September 24 the Socrates Sculpture Park will hold drop-in workshops for families. MATH HELP Saturdays at the Flushing library at 10. CHESS CLUB Saturdays at the Flushing library at 2. S TORY TIMES Saturdays at 11 and Tuesdays at 10:30 weekly story times at Barnes & Noble, 1766 0 Un i o n Tu r n p i ke , F re s h Meadows. CRAFT PROGRAMS Sunday, July 10 basic embroidery 1-3. August 14 introduction to quilting 1-4. Queens Historical Societ y. 939-0647, ext. 17. KNIT & CROCHET Mondays at 4 at the Douglaston/Little Neck lib ra r y. B r i n g n e e d l e s a n d yarn. LIC CRAFT Monday, July 11 at the LIC library at 1. DRAMA CLUB Monday, July 11 at the Arverne library at 2. ARTS & CRAFTS Monday, July 11 at the McGoldrick library. Register. CROCHET Monday, July 11 at the Rosedale library at 3. GIRL SCOUTS Monday, July 11 at the Hollis librar y. Register. KNIT & CROCHET Monday, July 11 at the Douglaston library at 4. COOK Monday, July 11 at the Woodside library. Register. LANDSCAPE ARTIST Monday, July 11 at the Steinway library. Register. FAMILY NIGHT Monday, July 11 at the South Jamaica library at 6. CROCHET CLUB Monday, July 11 at the North Hills library. Register. FAMILY FILM Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Pomonok library. Register. ARTS & CRAFTS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Queensboro Hill library at 2:30. STORY & CRAFT Tuesday, July 12 at the Central library at 4. SUMMER READING Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Lefrak Cit y library at 2 and at the North Forest Park library at 3 and at the South Ozone Park library at 3:30. SUMMER READING Tuesday, July 12 t the North Forest Park library. Register. DROP IN & READ Tuesday, July 12 drop in and read at 2 at the Peninsula library. ARTS & CRAFTS Tuesday, July 12 at the North Hills library. Register. CROCHET Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Douglaston library. Register.

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Queens Today EDUCATION/GAMES/CRAFTS WOODBLOCK PRINTING Easy method in full color at the National Art League. 969-1128. JH ART CLUB Classes in all art forms days and evenings for children and adults. 454-0813. DIGITAL PHOTO. Saturdays, July 9, 16 New Americans Program and the Queens Museum of Art present “Come and Learn About Digital Photography” at the Flushing library. 929700, ext. 135 to register. CRAFT CLASSES Saturdays 11-3 at Maria Rose International Doll Museum in St. Albans. 2763454. SCRABBLE CLUB Saturdays at 10 at Count Basie Jr. HS, 132 nd Street and Guy R. Brewer Blvd. 8865236. PET OWNERS Saturdays (not on holiday weekends) from 1-4 free Doggie Boot Camp at Crocheron Park in Bayside (weather permitting). 4545800. Reservations required. Donations accepted. BRIDGE CLUB Mondays except holidays 12-4 at Pride of Judea in Douglaston. Lesson & play $10. Partners arranged. 4236200. KNIT & CROCHET Mondays at the Douglaston/ Little Neck library at 4. DRAWING CLASS Mondays at the National Art League in Douglaston. 3610628. LINE DANCE Mondays beginner to intermediate lessons 6-9 in Bayside. 917-886-0519. ADULT CHESS Mondays and Thursdays at the Queens Village library at 5:30. LIC CRAFT CLUB Monday, July 11 at the LIC library at 1. SKYPE CHAT Monday, July 11 R e g i s t e r 776-6800. BUTTON JEWELRY Monday, July 11 at the Queensboro Hill library. Register. CROCHET Monday, July 11 at the Rosedale library at 6. JEWELRY MAKING Monday, July 11 at the St. Albans librar y. Register. POETRY WORKSHOP Mondays, July 11, August 1 at the Woodhaven library at 6:30. COMPUTER BASICS Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e South Ozone Park library at 10. SCRABBLE CLUB Tuesdays at the East Flushing library at 3:30. GET YOUR YARNS OUT! Tuesdays after evening Minyan at 8, knitters, crocheters, needlepointers, and others meet at the Forest Hills Jewish Center. 263-7000, ext. 200. BEGINNING COMPUTER Tuesday, July 12 computer classes for beginners at the Arverne library at 10:30. TOUR THE WORLD Tuesday, July 12 at 10:30 and Thursday, July 14 at 6.

To u r t h e Wo r l d V i a t h e Internet at the Rosedale library. POWERPOINT Tuesday, July 12 introduction at the Steinway library. Register. BASIC COMPUTER Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Astoria library at 11. JOB READINESS Tuesday, July 12 and Thursday, July 14 introduction to computers and job readiness at the Far Rockaway library at 11. COMPUTER CLASS Tuesday, July 12 at the South Hollis librar y. Register. EXCEL Tuesday, July 12 introduction to Microsoft Excel at the Steinway librar y. Register. SCRABBLE Tuesday, July 12 at the Fresh Meadows library at 1. KNIT & CROCHET Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Windsor Park library at 2. CHESS CLUB Tuesday, July 12 at the LIC library at 3:45. LANGUAGE CLASS Wednesdays Conversational Hebrew 2:30-3:30 and Torah Stories in Yiddish 3:30-4:30 at the Bayside Jewish Center. 352-7900. TANGO CLASS Wednesdays, July 13, 20, 27 a t B u e n o s A i re s Ta n go i n Forest Hills. 347-642-4705. LATIN RUMBA Wednesday, July 13 Latin Rumba Dance Class at the Flushing library. Register. DUPLICATE BRIDGE Wednesdays 10:30-3:00 at the Reform Temple of Forest Hills. $12 session, includes light lunch. 261-2900 INDOOR SOCCER – DADS Wednesday evenings at the Forest Hills Jewish Center. 263-7000. OIL PAINTING CLASS Wednesdays 6-8 adult classes, all levels. Grace Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. 472-4055. WATERCOLOR CL ASS Wednesdays at 9:30 at NAL. Traditional and contemporary, all levels. 969-1128. BASIC COMPUTER Wednesday, July 13 at the Windsor Park library. Register. WRITERS’ WORKSHOP Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Bayside library. Register. NAIL ART Thursday, July 14 learn the ancient art of NakhaChitra at the Mitchell-Linden library. Register. QUILTING CLASSES Thursdays 10-2 at the Maria Rose Doll Museum in St. Albans. 276-3454 or 917817-8653 to register. QUILTERS Thursdays at the East Elmhurst library at 12:30. CHESS CLUB Thursdays at the East Flushing library. Register. COMPUTER CLASS Thursdays at the Queensboro Hill library. Register. KNIT & CROCHET Thursdays at the Fresh Meadows library at 6. BALLROOM DANCING Thursday, July 14 at the

Woodside library at 6:30. POETRY WORKSHOP Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Langston Hughes library at 6:30. KNIT & CROCHET Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Fresh Meadows library at 6. COMPUTER TUTORIALS Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Woodside library at 6:30. KNITTING CLUB Fridays at the Maspeth library at 10. KNIT & CROCHET Fridays at the Fresh Meadows library at 10:30. CHINESE FOR TRAVEL Friday, July 15 learn Chin e s e f o r Tr av e l a t t h e Laurelton library. Register. BASIC COMPUTER Friday, July 15 basic computer lessons at 11, 11:30 and noon at the Auburndale library. Register. GAME PLAYERS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Hillcrest library at 2. COMPUTER CLASS Friday, July 15 courses in Word, PowerPoint and more at the Ozone Park librar y. Register. BANAGRAMS & SCRABBLE Friday, July 15 at the Windsor Park library at 2. GAME DAY Friday, July 15 at the Arverne library at 3. All ages. CHESS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Auburndale library at 3:30. WIRE SCULPTING Friday, July 15 at the McGoldrick library. Register. CHESS CLUB Friday, July 15 at the Woodside library at 4. PUBLIC SPEAKING Saturdays, July , 16, 30, August 6, 20 learn to communicate effectively at Elmhurst Hospital. 646-4367940. ENVIRO. JEWELRY Saturday, July 16 at the Steinway librar y. Register. POETRY WRITING Tuesday, July 19 budding poets are invited to a constructive feedback in a personalized setting at 7:30 at Barnes & Noble, 176-60 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows.

ALUMNI THOMAS JEFFERSON Sunday, January 15 class of 1961 will meet in Florida. Tjhs1961@aol.com

FLEA MARKETS FLEA MARKET Saturdays and Sundays through Oc tober 1 at Faith Mission, 114-40 Van Wyck Expressway. RUMMAGE SALE Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Bellerose Jewish Center from 9-4. 254-04 Union Turnpike, Floral Park. THRIFT SHOPS Saturdays 11-4 at Bargain Boutique Thrift Shop, Queens Baptist Church, 9323 217 th Street, Queens Village.465-2504.

ENTERTAINMENT Fridays through August 26 the Queens Museum of Art will hold its 7 th International Outdoor Film, dance and music series. 592-9700. PLAY Saturday, July 16 Lady Spain Productions presents “A Permanent Solution for a Temporary Problem” at 2 at the Flushing library. CABARET Saturday, July 16 at the Forest Hills library at 2:30. PARIS TO RIO Saturday, July 16 at 2:30 at the Fresh Meadows library. SAW Saturday, July 16 concert and art exhibit revolving around the 300 year old art of playing music on a carpenter’s handsaw. Hellenic Center in Astoria. $10. 27-09 Crescent Street at 2. OPERA

Sunday, July 17 at 5 at the Forest Park Bandshell. Wednesday, July 20 at 7 at St. John’s Universit y Great Lawn. Martin Sola, tenor and Marcos Sola, baritone with members of the Queens Symphony Orchestra. 5700909. Rain or shine. JAZZ July 30 Gordon Au and the Grand Street Stompers. August 4 Jazzmobile in front of the museum at 7. August 20 B a b y S o d a J a z z B a n d . Armstrong House Museum. 478-8274. WORLD MAKER FAIRE September 17-18 family fun festival to make, create, learn, invent and more by celebrating arts, crafts, engineering, food, music, science and technology. Hall of Science.

HEALTH INTRO YOGA Saturdays, July 9, 16 at the Steinway library and at the LIC library. Register. YOGA IN THE PARK Saturdays through September 24 at Socrates Sculpture Park. 956-1819. CAPOEIRA IN THE PARK Saturdays through September at Socrates Sculpture Park. 956-1819. NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS 7 days a week. 962-6244. Flushing. PILATES IN THE PARK Sundays through September 25 at Socrates Sculpture Park. 956-1819. TAI CHI IN THE PARK Sundays through September 25 at Socrates Sculpture Park.956-1819. WAITANKUNG Sundays at 2. Waitankung is a great total-body workout. Join these ancient Chinese exercise classes in the Flushing Hospital/Medical Center auditorium on 45 th Avenue between Parsons and Burling. Free. Jimmy 7-10pm 347-2156 information.

ENVIRONMENT COMPOSTING Tuesday, July 12 food waste drop off at the Steinway library at 4. ENVIRONMENTAL FILMS Thursday, July 28 “Wetland Technology.” Idlewild Park Science Learning Center in Springfield Gardens. 347824-2301 to register.

EXHIBIT ART SHOW & SALE Fridays, July 8, 15 Friends of the East Elmhurst library will hold an art show and sale. 424-2619. ART EXHIBIT Friday, July 15 Albert Iskhakbayev’s work will be on display at the Richmond Hill library.

TREAT DEPRESSION Monday, July 11 Natural A p p ro a c h to Tre a t i n g D e pression at the Flushing library at 6. INTRO YOGA Mondays, July 11, 18, 25 at the Ridgewood library. Register. ALZHEIMERS Tu e s d a y s , J u l y 1 2 , 2 6 Caregiver Support Group in Forest Hills. 592-5757, ext. 237. ZUMBA Wednesdays the Sisterhood of Bay Terrace Jewish Cent e r , 1 3 - 0 0 2 0 9 th S t r e e t , Bayside, will hold Zumba Fitness classes from 7:30-8:30. $8 members, $10 others. 428-6363. WELL SPOUSES Wednesdays, July 13, August 10 Well Spouses and Partners of the Chronically Ill and Disabled meet at St. Charles Rehab. 516-8298740. ZUMBA FOR HEALTH Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Ridgewood library at 6. PESTICIDE EXPOSURE Thursday, July 14 Pesticide Exposure in our Everyday Life at the Steinway library at 6. OA Fridays 6:30-8:30 at Unit y Center of Flushing, 42-11 1 5 5 th S t r e e t . S a t u r d a y s 10:30-noon at Resurrection Ascension, Feely Hall, 85-18 61 st Road, Rego Park. Beginners meeting except the last Friday of each month, which is a writing meeting. CO-DEPENDENTS ANON. Fridays 10-11:45 at Resurrection Ascension Pastoral C e n t e r , 8 5 - 1 8 6 1 st R o a d , Rego Park. Women only. ZUMBA IN PARK Sunday, July 17 3:30-4:30 at MacDonald Park, Queens Blvd. between 70 th Road and 70 th Avenue in Forest Hills. Free. NAMI Wednesday, July 20 National Alliance on Mental Illness meets at 7:30 at Sloman Auditorium in Glen Oaks. 470-8100.

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MOVING IMAGE Museum of the Moving Image, 35 th Avenue and 37 th Street, Astoria. $10 adults. 777-6888. CHINESE MUSIC Saturday, July 9 music of summer concert at the Flushing library at 2. TWO PIANOS Saturday, July 9 at the Forest Hills library at 2. FILM Saturday, July 9 “Vanishing of the Bees” at 3 at the Sunnyside library. FILMS Saturday, July 9 “The Lives of Others.” August 13 “Notes on a Scandal.” Church in the Gardens in Forest Hills. Pot luck dinner at 6. 268-9142 information. CONCERT Sunday, July 10 Linda Ipanema and the Dixie Cats at 3 at the Central library. COMMUNITY DAY Sunday, July 10 n : art making, museum tours, speakers, music. Free admission to Noguchi Museum. 2047088. 11-6. MOVIE NIGHT Monday, July 11 at the Arverne library at 5. FAMILY GAME NIGHT Monday, July 11 at the South Jamaica library at 6. CHINA Monday, July 11 Impressions of China slide presentation at 6:30 at the Hillcrest library. OPEN MIC Monday, July 11 Open Mic Poetry Night at 7:30 at Barnes & Noble, 176-60 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows. BINGO Tuesdays at 7:15 at American Mart yrs Church, church basement, 216-01 Union Tu r n p i k e , B a y s i d e . 4 6 4 4 5 8 2 . Tu e s d ay s at 7:15 (doors open 6) at the Rego Park Jewish Center, 97-30 Queens Blvd. 459-1000.$3 admission includes 12 games. FAMILY FILM Tu e s d a y, J u l y 1 2 a t t h e Pomonok library. Register. ARGENTINA & CHILE Wednesday, July 13 Natural Wonders at 6:30 at the Central library. DANCE UNDER STARS Wednesdays through July 27 Dancing Under the Stars 7-8:30 at Little Bay Park roller hockey rink. 352-4793. WINDMULLER PARK Thursday, July 14 Lew Picardi Orchestra performs big band music. Thursday, July 21 “A Grand Night for Singing” play by Rodgers and Hammerstein. 6:45 at Windmuller Park, 52 nd Street and 39 th Drive, Woodside. OPEN MIC Thursday, July 14 a t t h e Seaside library at 6:30. FILM SCREENING Thursday, July 14 at 2 “ Tro u b l e d Wa t e r ” w i l l b e shown and discussed at the Fresh Meadow library. LIVE JAZZ Fridays through December 13 at 180-25 Linden Blvd.., St. Albans. 347-262-1169 ticket information. PASSPORT FRIDAYS

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Elijah Kim Air Force Airman Elijah Kim graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, 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. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. He is the son of Inja Hankim of Indian Run Drive, Carrollton, Texas, and nephew of Celcilia Chung of Flushing. Kim graduated in 2010 from Bayside High School.

On Saturday, April 2, children and their parents attended the free Tot Shabbat Service and Passover Workshop at Temple Tikvah. The children listened to the story of Passover and sang Passover songs. They learned about the symbols of the Seder. Parents, grandparents and children alike journeyed with Rabbi Sheinberg and Cantor Bonne around the Seder table and made a crown which they decorated with stickers representing each of the symbols. For more information about our Tot Shabbat Program please visit us at web site, templetikvah.org/education. Air Force Airman Charmaine J. Joyner graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, 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. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force. She is the sister of Casandra Toole of St.

Charmaine J. Joyner

Proceeds from the recent Big Apple Circus “Dance On” benefit for Outreach at Cunningham Park in Fresh Meadows will help the agency expand and enhance drug and alcohol treatment and training services. Pictured l. to r. are representatives from organizations sponsoring the event: Vincent Dragone, Sr. Field VP, Mutual of America; Robert Taylor, Pres., Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation; Martha Taylor, Dir., Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation; Grandma the Clown; Neil Sheehan, Exec. VP, Outreach; Cindy Fu, Treasurer, Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation; David Fu, VP, Walter Kaner Children’s Foundation; Ringmaster Kevin Venardos and some family members. Albans. Joyner graduated in 2009 from Bayside High School. Five Yeshiva University students will perform advanced undergraduate-level research this year as part of the Henry Kressel Research Scholarship program. The scholarship—established in 2008 by Dr. Henry Kressel, chairman of the YU Board of Trustees, managing director of Warburg Pincus LLC and a Yeshiva College graduate—offers students the unique opportunity to craft a year-long intensive research project under the direct supervision of University faculty. “Our goal is to provide the opportunity for promising students to perform creative research with our outstanding faculty,” said Dr. Kressel. Among this year’s recipients are Nasim Tishbi of Forest Hills. Tishbi will work in the lab of Dr. Evan Minzter, assistant professor of chemistry at Stern College for Women, and will explore Oxysterols—oxygen-containing naturally produced analogs of cholesterol. “Cholesterol is a major component of animal cell membranes that displays a wide diversity of effects on membrane functions,” explains Tishbi. “Even slight alterations in cholesterol’s structure have the ability to change the properties of membranes. In this study I will investigate the physic-chemical effects resulting from the presence of physiological amounts of oxysterols in model membranes.” Tishbi, who hopes to pursue a career in dentistry, credits Yeshiva University’s “wide range of science classes with the advancement of my scientific knowledge. The opportunity to perform active research on a topic I find extremely interesting, with access to the latest experimental methods and instrumentation, provided me with practical experience and exposure to real scientific research.” The scholars will each receive a stipend of $7,500 for the year, along with travel money and appropriate research-support expenses. Following their research tenure, Kressel Scholars will present their work to the student body to stimulate a larger intellectual discussion on their topics. The United Hospital Fund presented Distinguished Trustee Awards to 35 trustees from metropolitan area hospitals. The honorees are being recognized for their leadership, generosity, and extraordinary service to not-for-profit and municipal hospitals in New York City and nearby communities.

This is the 21st year the Fund has presented Distinguished Trustee Awards, and for the third year, honorees from outside New York City are also being recognized. The 35 honorees are all trustees from the Fund’s beneficiary not-for-profit hospitals, New York’s municipal hospital system, and hospitals participating in the United Hospital Fund/Greater New York Hospital Association quality improvement collaboratives. TD Bank (through its charitable giving arm, the TD Charitable Foundation) is the generous underwriter of the 2011 Tribute to Hospital Trustees, reflecting its commitment to hospitals and health care in New York, community involvement as a corporate value, and customer focus. Greg Braca, Regional President of TD Bank, joined United Hospital Fund President Jim Tallon and luncheon co-chairmen Patricia S. Levinson and Howard P. Milstein in recognizing the 35 Distinguished Trustees honored at the event. Queens awardees include: Samuel R. Karetsky, St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children; Sherman Klein, MD, Flushing Hospital Medical Center; John R. Maese, MD, New York City Health & Hospitals Corporation; George Murphy, Peninsula Hospital Center; W. Douglas Singer, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center; The Hon. Sol Wachtler, North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System; Albert Wiltshire, Wyckoff Heights Medical Center; and William G. Wolff, MD, FACR, New York Hospital Queens. Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut is pleased to announce its graduates from the annual Commencement held on May 14-15. Approximately 1,200 graduates received degrees from Sacred Heart University this year. Area residents who received degrees include: Astoria resident Vincent Spevack, Bachelor Of Science In Business Administration; Astoria resident Kaitlyn Briffa, Bachelor Of Science In Accounting; Bayside resident Francisco Perez, Doctor Physical Therapy; Forest Hills resident Eileen Gillespie, Master Of Science In Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner; Maspeth resident Stephanie Valentino, Bachelor Of Science In Criminal Justice; Kew Gardens resident Emilie Rosano, Bachelor Of Science In Biology; Jamaica resident Jason Settles, Master Of Arts In Criminal Justice; Neponsit resident Jennifer Hill, Bachelor Of Arts In Media Studies; and Breezy Point resident William Slattery, Bachelor Of Science In Finance.

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Muss Development announced that Ken S. Konfong and Nicholas J. Forelli have joined the firm. Kongfong will serve as senior vice president, property management. Forelli will serve as assistant vice president, and will be involved in leasing for all Muss Development properties. "Ken and Nicholas will both be excellent additions to our team," said Muss Development principal Jason Muss. "Ken is no stranger to Muss Development and we are fortunate to be able to leverage his experience, knowledge and dedication on a wide range of the firm's properties. His management skills will be a huge benefit for the many tenants of our commercial, retail and residential properties." Most recently, Konfong was the director of operations for Sky View Parc and Sky View Center, the 3.3-million-square-foot mixed use complex in Flushing, where he served as the primary facility manager. Prior to this position, Konfong served as director of operations, and later, assistant general manager of the Palisades Center for Pyramid Management Group. Konfong also served for five years as an assistant vice president for the New York City Economic Development Corporation, responsible for a number of high profile properties, including the South Street Seaport, Governor's Island and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Cruise Terminals. He also served as the special events logistics coordinator for the Macy's July 4th Fireworks, New York City Fleet Week and the New York City Triathlon. Earlier in his career, Konfong was a legal consultant and also worked at the law firm of Misrok & Rosenbaum of Valley Stream. He earned a Juris Doctor from Touro College of Law and a BBA from the University of Miami. Konfong is a member of several professional associations including the International Council of Shopping Centers, Building Owners and Managers Association Inter-

national and the National Property Management Association. With the addition of Forelli, Jason Muss noted that the executive adds a new dimension and high energy level to the firm's leasing efforts. "His wide ranging experience in leasing various types of product will be a tremendous asset to Muss Development going forward," Muss said. Prior to joining Muss Development, Forelli was the director of leasing for Long Islandbased Rosen Associates Management Corp., where he was responsible for three million square feet of property in 15 states. He also handled creative marketing and advertising efforts to promote various properties. Earlier in his career, Forelli was a retail leasing consultant at Welco Realty, Inc., where he represented landlords and tenants in major retail areas throughout New York and New Jersey. Forelli also worked as the director of sales for Massey Knakal Realty Services, representing sellers in investment sales transactions in the metro New York area. Forelli is a member of the Real Estate Board of New York and the International Council of Shopping Centers. He earned a BS in Architecture/Landscape Architecture from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and participated in the Study Abroad Program of the University of Sheffield in the U.K.

Models Of Queens

Gabby Rising

It’s not often we interview a model seemingly too busy to… well… model, but given her schedule, we’re surprised Gabriella Neglia even had time to take our phone call. The Queensborough Community College student joined the ranks of Bayside’s Shortstack Models, and has climbed its ranks in two short years through dedication and perseverance. “I never missed a rehearsal,” she said nonchalantly. Before you dismiss the achievement, know that Gabriella also works two jobs, teaches religion and is a full time student. “I don’t really have too much time to myself,” the workaholic admitted. In the few seconds she does have free time, she hits up movies or just chills out at a friend’s house. She has also been known to crochet, and admits to being a triple-letter Scrabble junky. Next year, Gabriella has her sights set on Queens College, as she pursues a degree in teaching special education. When asked about her modeling ambitions, the Whitestone native caged her response in talk about Shortstack – such is her dedication to the organization. “I hope our name gets out,” she said. “I hope that more people will learn about us and our goals and hopefully we’ll get more sponsorship. And do more things in the community.” That focus has helped propel her to the position of Program Director for next year. May we also say, she’s got looks that match her ambition.

Gabriella Neglia Home: Whitestone Age: 20 Height: 5’ 0" Weight: 100 lbs Stats: 30-25-31

Now In The Nineth As if it wasn’t enough that our Congressman

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Does anybody in D.C. know how to spell?

resigned after an embarrassing social media scandal, constituents in the 9th Congressional District who go to Washington D.C. will find a rather embarrassing plaque on Weiner’s now-vacant office. The plaque that once read “Anthony Weiner” now reads “Office of the Nineth Congressional District.” No, that wasn’t a misprint; it really DOES read “Nineth Congressional District.” No wonder they can’t balance the budget, they can’t even write numbers correctly. But chin up Nineth Congressional District, Gov. Cuomo has called a September special election to replace Weiner…and the misworded plaque.

Johnson’s Return After an 11-year hiatus from managing, former Mets manager Davey Johnson has returned to baseball. Last week, after Nationals manager Jim Riggleman abruptly resigned, he was replaced with interim manager John McLaren for two days and Johnson then replaced him. Many people wonder why the Nationals would choose a 68-yearold man to manage an extremely young, average team. Maybe people forget that in 1986, he led a very young team with rising stars Davey Johnson as a Met in Darryl Strawberry, and Doc Gooden and a proven veteran Keith Hernandez to a World Series. Well, maybe this team, led by promising stars Bryce Harper and Stephen Strasburg – as well as All-Stars Jayson Werth and Ryan Zimmerman – can do the same. Can Davey take that New York magic of ’86 and bring a championship to the nation’s capital? We’ll be watching.

March Of The Turtles

Some of the hard-shelled critters that caused flight delays at JFK. Frequent international fliers know JFK’s runways can be as clogged as the city’s streets. But last week, flights were delayed by arguably the slowest impediment ever: turtles. Port Authority specialists collected about 100 diamondback terrapins crossing runway 4L at 10 a.m. last Wednesday. Some flights were delayed by up to half an hour,

as the reptiles headed to Jamaica Bay to get their groove on. The turtles’ march across the runway has become an annual event. It makes us long for the days when the only turtles meriting attention were a quartet of the Teenage Mutant Ninja variety, living in the sewers and named after famous Italian Renaissance painters.

A Man Of Peace It is written – well it almost is. According to official documents filed with L.A. County Superior Court last week, Queensbridge’s own Ron Artest, is attempting to change his name. According to the documents Artest filed, his new name would likely be “Metta World Peace.” “Metta” means loving. That does not surprise us at QConf. Ever since Artest left the borough, before settling in to the golden pastures of L.A., he has been on one wild ride. This antic is just another notch in a bizarre line of events which we have witnessed over the years. Citing “personal reasons” for the new name, Artest hopes to change his image while having a nifty name on the back of his jersey next year, a la Chad Ochocinco, formerly Johnson, of the Cincinnati Bengals. Anyone who wishes to chal-

Confidentially, New York . . .

Maybe Ron Artest is trying to change his image, still tarnished by the classic Malice at the Palace from when he was with the Pacers. lenge his request for the new name can object in writing up until two days before the hearing. Please pass the stamps – fast!

Dilemma Tired of dealing with people’s crotches in your face on the 7 train? Sick of getting attitude when asking someone to move so you can get to the door on the Q76? Ever want to scream when some smelly guy sits next to you on the J train, even though every other seat in the car is empty? Well, one San Francisco blog, thebolditalic.com, has a handy etiquette guide for their transit system that we think can come in handy here on our coast. Among the advice given in the guide: if there are plenty of open seats, don’t sit right next to another passenger – that only makes you scary, not friendly; when the weather is bad and the bus is late, there is no need to rush the bus as soon as the doors open. Save the crazed onboarding for Noah’s Ark.