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Paul Pereira elected new Mineola mayor

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Trustee Janine Sartori also elected after finishing Walsh’s term on board

BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y Deputy Mayor Paul Pereira was elected mayor of Mineola in Tuesday’s village elections. He will succeed Scott Strauss, who served the village for 11 years and did not seek re-election.

Pereira was first elected to the board in 2008 and became deputy mayor in 2011. He has lived in Mineola for over four decades.

Voting numbers were unavailable on Wednesday morning, but election results were to be certified Wednesday night at the Mineola Board of Trustees meeting.

Also elected were Trustee Janine Sartori, who finished out current North Hempstead Councilman Dennis Walsh’s term, and Jeffrey Clark, who takes the seat vacated by Trustee George Durham.

Durham did not seek re-election after 11 years on the board.

All three officials ran on the New Line Party slate and were uncontested. Pereira was to be sworn

in for a four-year term on Wednesday, with Sartori and Clark to be sworn in for two-year terms as well. Scott Fairgrieve, the village justice, also ran unopposed and was re-elected.

When Pereira announced his campaign, his party released a statement saying he has kept a focus on finances and infrastructure in the village.

“Paul has consistently fought to keep our Mineola way of life,” the New Line Party said. “He worked to lower debt and hold the line on taxes. He has voted time and time again to invest in infrastructure such as roads, sewers and clean water. Paul is the natural choice to succeed Mayor Scott Strauss and has his full backing.”

With Pereira’s election, his current seat becomes vacant. Someone will be appointed to fill his seat and finish his current term, similar to what Trustee Sartori did for Walsh’s term.

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The Mineola Mustangs challenger basketball team huddles up ahead of a game Friday. Challenger leagues establish sport programs for people with both physical and learning disabilities.

Wheatley student dies after crashing into bus

BY R OB E RT PELAEZ A 17-year-old Wheatley High School student driving on Glen Cove Road in Old Westbury crashed his car

into a NICE bus and died last Wednesday afternoon, according to the Nassau County Police Department.

Officials said Hasan Suleman was driving a 2019 BMW southbound on Glen Cove

Road near Hewlett Drive just before 3 p.m. Suleman crossed over a median and hit a NICE bus, which had no passengers on at the time, traveling the opposite direction, officials said.

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Malverne mayor joins 24 hours usual Dem race for Congress notice of meet info Keith Corbett 4th candidate to replace Kathleen Rice Public access to agendas limited

BY R OB E RT PELAEZ AND BRANDON DUFFY

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Malverne Mayor Keith Corbett is running for Kathleen Rice’s seat in Congress.

BY R OB E RT PELAEZ Village of Malverne Mayor Keith Corbett announced last week he will join a Democratic field that is growing crowded for the 4th Congressional District.

Corbett, who serves as law chair for the county’s Democratic Party, is an election lawyer and a partner in the Harris Beach law firm. Corbett, in a news conference launching his campaign, said he is “tired with the left fighting with the right” and hopes to put a stop to partisan politics if elected.

“I am running to restore a sense of decency in Washington DC, to return to the days of real progress,” Corbett said in a statement. “Partisan politics is tearing our Country apart, and while the pop-star politicians fight to get likes and retweets, I will be fighting for you.”

The 4th Congressional District comprises central and southern Nassau County, including Floral Park, Garden City, Hempstead, Mineola, Carle Place, New Hyde Park and Westbury. Under newly drawn redistricting maps, it also takes in the villages of East Williston, Williston Park, Lake Success and some unincorporated parts of the Town of North Hempstead.

Corbett’s candidacy means he will join Nassau County Legislators Carrié Solages (D-Lawrence) and Selia Bynoe (D-Westbury), along with former Hempstead Supervisor Laura Gillen, in the race to fill the seat currently held

by U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice (DGarden City), who will not run for re-election.

Rice, who was first elected to Congress in 2014 and is in the midst of her fourth term, said in a tweet that elected officials “must give all we have and then know

when it is time to allow others to serve.”

“Though I will not be running for re-election to Congress this year, I will remain focused on protecting our democracy and serving my constituents throughout the rest of my term,” Rice continued.

Rice became the 30th Democratic member of Congress to bow out of the fall elections, including U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi (DGlen Cove), who represents the 3rd Congressional District on the North Shore and is running for governor.

State and Nassau Democratic Chairman Jay Jacobs told Newsday he believes either Corbett or Bynoe will win the election and take Rice’s place in Congress.

“Between the two of them will come a candidate that’ll win,” Jacobs told Newsday.

Efforts to reach Jacobs for further comment were unavailing.

As the issue of governmental transparency has become more prominent on the North Shore over the past year, a study by Blank Slate Media found a handful of villages do not post agendas for their public meetings until a day before, if at all.

The issue has arisen recently in the Village of Thomaston, where a local zoning law that set off months of controversy was passed at a Board of Trustees meeting with just one member of the public present, leading residents to question the transparency of their elected officials.

Following a study conducted

by Blank Slate Media earlier this year about the accessibility of villages’ budgets, another one was conducted analyzing the publishing and distribution of the agendas for various board meetings.

The study found that 10 villages on the North Shore have their agendas for Board of Trustees meetings available for the public, either online or via email, at least three days, if not a week, before the scheduled meeting date.

The Villages of Great Neck, Great Neck Estates, Kings Point, Thomaston, Flower Hill, Port Washington North, North Hills, Westbury, East Williston and Manorhaven all have their agendas posted at least a few days before their meetings.

Kings Point Clerk Gomie Persaud said she tries to post the agenda, which is always subject to change until the meeting begins, as early before the meeting as possible so residents can have an idea of what will be discussed and whether they choose to attend.

The Villages of Lake Success, Russell Gardens, Baxter Estates, Sands Point, Plandome Manor and Munsey Park have their agendas online at least 24 hours before, officials told Blank Slate Media, while the Villages of Saddle Rock and South Floral Park do not post theirs online.

Efforts to reach officials from those villages for comment on their agenda practices were unavailing.

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Thomaston residents expressed their displeasure over the extent of transparency from their elected officials last year.

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Sirota finishes career on high note Roslyn gymnast finishes 8th in state after capturing county title for 3rd straight year

BY M I C H A E L J . L E W I S

There were a ton of emotions going through the head of Roslyn senior Shani Sirota as she came off the floor at the state championships in Buffalo on March 5.

She was finishing an incredible scholastic career that saw Sirota win three Nassau County championships and advance to the New York state championships three times.

And as she approached the vault for the final time in her career, Sirota said the emotions were hitting her.

“I was sad as I was waiting for [the vault] because I knew it was over,” Sirota said. “I really didn’t want to fall on the vault! Once it was over, I was relieved and really proud of my career. I think the emotion of it being over is still hitting me.”

“For me, there were happy tears at the end,” said Roslyn gymnastics coach Stephanie Orfini. “You’re sad to see her go, but happy in all that she’s accomplished. I could never ask for more than what she’s given me.”

For Sirota, this year’s states went extremely well. Competing in all four of the apparatuses, she placed in the top eight in two of them: Sirota nabbed a fourth-place finish in vault and a fifth-place finish on floor exercises.

Her all-around score of 36.725 was

first place at states in floor exercises, and in both ninth and 10th grades, she finished fourth overall in the state.

That goes along with her three straight county championships, the last coming in February.

“She’s always been this calm, confident athlete,” Orfini said. “She doesn’t get rattled in competition, and she practices like she competes. She’s been wonderful to coach.”

All that success in gymnastics made Sirota a hot prospect among major Division I college programs, with the University of Maryland having the best combination of what she was looking for.

Starting this fall she’ll be competing for the Terrapins and majoring in kinesiology.

“It was the mix of the academics and the program that sold me,” Sirota said.

“The gymnastics team was really welcoming and the coaches made it feel like famPHOTO COURTESY OF ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL ily.” her storied career at Roslyn beRoslyn High School’s Shani Sirota advanced to the state championships for hindWith her, Sirota said she’s hoping that her the third year in her high school career. college experience is as rewarding as her time with the Bulldogs. good for eighth at states.

“You can’t end your career any better “My teammates and coaches, and the “I did as well as I could and I had as than she did,” Orfini added. “She goes to whole support I’ve gotten here has been much fun as I could, knowing it was my states and lands all four routines. It was so great,” Sirota said. “It’s hard to think I last time,” Sirota said. “Always want to do so great to see.” won’t be able to compete for Roslyn anybetter, but I was happy.”

As a freshman in 2019, Sirota won more. But I had such a great time.”

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G.N. attorney stabbed to death in Queens Women charged with murder of immigration lawyer Jim Li, 66, in attack at his office

BY R OB E RT PE L A E Z A Great Neck lawyer was stabbed to death on Monday morning in his office in Queens, according to NYPD officials.

Police said they responded to a 911 call of “an assault in progress” at 136-56

39th Ave. in Flushing around 11:44 a.m.

When officers from the 109th Precinct arrived at the building, they found immigration lawyer Jim Li, 66, with stab wounds “to his body and neck,” officials said.

Li, a lawyer for Jim Li & Associates, was transported to NYC Health + Hospi-

tals/Elmhurst, where he was pronounced dead. Officials said Xiaoning Zhang, 25, of Flushing, was arrested and charged with murder and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon.

Chris Li, who is said to have worked with Jim Li, told The New York Times that

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Great Neck lawyer Jim Li was stabbed to death on Monday, according to the NYPD.

the firm had been working on a pro bono case with Zhang. On Friday, according to The Times, Zhang asked Jim Li to remove a picture of her protesting outside the United Nations building from the internet. Chris Li told the Times that Jim Li told Zhang he could not do that and Zhang threatened him and attempted to choke him, when Jim Li called the police.

Police allegedly arrived at the office before 5 p.m. Friday, but no arrests were made. Chris Li told the Times Zhang came back to the office on Monday with a cake and expressed her gratitude for the employees. Zhang then followed Jim Li into his office, when other employees began to hear screaming shortly after, according to The Times. Chris Li said he entered the office and saw Jim Li bleeding from his neck and abdomen with Zhang standing behind him.

Efforts to reach Li’s office for comment were unavailing.

The Times reported Li was born Sept.

7, 1955, in Wuhan. Li reportedly served in the Chinese Army at 15 years old before majoring in constitutional law at Beijing University. As a doctoral student in 1989, Li served as a legal adviser to the Beijing Workers Autonomous Federation, an organization promoting students seeking democratic freedom, according to The Times.

Split town board hires Herricks budget round redistricting consultant two same as the first

BY R OB E RT PE L A E Z On a divided, partisan vote, the North Hempstead Town Board hired a lawyer to work on any future redistricting efforts.

The board voted 4-2 last Thursday to approve an agreement to obtain legal services from Jeffrey Wice, the director of New York Law School’s Census and Redistricting Institute. Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, who

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The Town of North Hempstead approved a resolution last Thursday to retain the redistricting services of Jeffrey Wice, the director of New York Law School’s Census and Redistricting Institute.

was elected on the Republican line, voted against the hiring, and her spokesman called it a “backroom” selection that was brought forward with scant notice.

Wice, who is also an adjunct professor at the law school, has worked for local governments throughout the state and nation to aid in nonpartisan redistricting efforts and has 40 years of experience in voting rights and census law. In the 1980s, Wice developed the first national Democratic Party redistricting assistance program and worked with elected officials to prepare for the 1990 redistricting.

He has since served as counsel to the Democratic National Committee and other redistricting projects across the nation.

Wice also played a vital role in establishing councilmanic districts in North Hempstead in 2003. Councilwoman Veronica Lurvey, a Democrat, touted Wice’s efforts and said his familiarity with the town would serve North Hempstead and its residents well to prepare for any tentative redistricting efforts.

“His vast familiarity with New York state law and the Town of North Hempstead makes him an excellent resource for us,” Lurvey said during the Town Board’s meeting last Thursday.

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BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y The Herricks Board of Education held a session last Thursday on the proposed $125.31 million budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year, a 1.99 percent increase from the current year.

The proposal, which was unchanged from the initial draft, calls for a 0.50 percent increase in the tax levy, which the dis-

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The Herricks school district has proposed a $125.31 million budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year.

trict said fell below the state tax levy cap of 1.61 percent.

Over the last seven years, the district’s average tax levy increase has been 1.54 percent.

“We are very happy to be in that place,” Lisa Rutoske, the assistant superintendent for business, said in February. “That’s taken a lot of work and a lot of advocacy efforts on behalf of our community, our parents, our board, and our administration over the last few years.”

A first draft of the proposed budget was presented by Rutoske and Superintendent Fino Celano at a Board of Education meeting on Feb 17. Further discussion is expected to take place at budget meetings on March 24 and April 7. The budget adopted by the board will include feedback from the community and will be presented for voter approval on Tuesday, May 17.

The district expects an increase in total state aid of $2.2 million from 2021-22, a 15% increase from the legislative budget approved last March. Until final approvals of the budget, state aid may change, the district said.

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Long Island Association prez Ukranians on calls for greater collaboration L.I. unite to

BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y Matt Cohen, president and CEO of the Long Island Association (LIA), said business communities are more resilient and stronger when they collaborate in the face of uncertainty at Blank Slate Media’s event for the Top Business Leaders of Nassau County.

As head of the region’s leading nonprofit business organization, Cohen said businesses are stepping up to adversity both at home and across the world.

“2021 was a tough year for our businesses, coming off 2020 which was even tougher,” Cohen said last Thursday night. “We’ve had to overcome public health challenges, supply chain issues and inflation but what our business community proved was that it’s more resilient and stronger when we collaborate.”

As a keynote speaker for the event held at Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, Cohen was joined by other speakers Kathleen Wisnewski of National Grid Long Island, John Flanagan of Northwell Health and John Buran of Flushing

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Long Island Association President and CEO gives a keynote address Thursday night at Blank Slate Media’s Top Business Leaders of Nassau County awards event.

Bank. The event was hosted by Antoinette Biordi, a three-time Emmy award-winning anchor and reporter who has been with News12 Long Island since 2010.

Cohen also described the LIA’s 2022 policy priorities, which included helping small businesses, making Long Island more afford-

able, making business more inclusive and improving infrastructure, among other things.

“Small businesses are the lifeblood of our economy,” Cohen said. “It’s about 90 percent of all businesses on Long Island and they went through hell and back again during the height of COVID-19.”

Flanagan, the senior vice president of government affairs at Northwell Health, spoke on the ingenuity and creativity needed, specifically by CEO Michael Dowling, to get New York’s largest private employer on the other side of the pandemic.

“From March to May in 2020, over 21,000 New Yorkers died from COVID-19; that tsunami hit New York more than anywhere else,” Flanagan said. “So with our employees we tested more, cared for more people. There wasn’t anything anyone could have done to prepare for what came.”

Flanagan said Dowling preached against hysteria in an op-ed he wrote for Newsday, saying that common sense, following science and protecting people were going to make the difference.

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This Greek Catholic monastic order works actively among Ukrainian Catholics and other Greek Catholic churches in central and eastern Europe.

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Prosecutors seek 17.5 years U.S. Rep. Meeks for ex-county exec Mangano endorses Robert

BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y Federal prosecutors are recommending that former Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano be sentenced to 17.5 years in prison for his role in accepting bribes and kickbacks in exchange for governmental action.

In a 25-page memorandum submitted last Thursday, prosecutors said Mangano, 59, exhibited behavior over five years that “evidences a total disregard for the law and a complete betrayal of his public office.”

Mangano, along with his wife, Linda, was found guilty on corruption charges in March 2019.

His bribery conviction is based on a deal he made with Harendra Singh, a restaurateur on Long Island and a star witness in the trial, in which Singh kicked back money and personal benefits in return for pushing the Town of Oyster Bay to authorize loans for Singh, according to a previous news release from the U.S. attorney’s office.

Mangano and his wife obstructed justice by conspiring with Singh to fabricate work Linda Mangano supposedly performed at Singh’s restaurant to prevent a grand jury investigation, the

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Former Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano, as seen leaving the federal courthouse in Central Islip in 2017. news release said.

Prosecutors said that several weeks after Edward Mangano took office, he used his political influence to have the Town of Oyster Bay “indirectly guarantee” $20 million worth of personal loans to Singh for improvements to Tobay Beach and the town’s golf course.

Singh in turn paid for five vacations, hardwood flooring, a custom office chair, watch and a “no-show” job worth $450,000 for Linda Mangano as

a marketing director for Singh, prosecutors said.

Along with the sentencing, prosecutors recommended to U.S. District Judge Joan Azrack that Mangano pay full restitution for his victim’s losses, which includes over $11 million to Phoenix Life Insurance Co., which repaid defaulted loans and $4 million for Oyster Bay’s legal fees, prosecutors said.

Federal prosecutors Catherine Mirabile, Christopher Caffarone and Lara Treinis Gatz also recommended the court issue a forfeiture order of over $500,000, the amount of bribes Mangano received for his wife Linda’s no-show jobs and vacations. In addition, they are recommending Mangano forfeit a Panerai Brand Luminor watch, which was given to their son.

Prosecutors said that Mangano’s actions were far from one mistake and his “criminal conduct began the moment he was elected as Nassau County Executive and continued for years.”

Prosecutors will make oral arguments on March 23, the Manganos’ initial sentencing date. It has since been pushed back to April 14.

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Great Neck’s Robert Zimmerman , a Democratic candidate for New York’s 3rd Congressional District.

The campaign of longtime Democratic National Committee member Robert Zimmerman said he has been endorsed by U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-Queens) as he bids for his party’s nomination in the 3rd Congressional District.

Meeks, who has been chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee since 2021, said Zimmerman has committed himself to the district.

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Kyra’s Law advances in New York Senate

BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y Krya’s Law, a bill inspired by a tragedy suffered by lifelong Manhasset resident Jacqueline Franchetti, was approved by the state Senate Judiciary Committee last week and will move to a vote by the full Senate.

Franchetti has led a fight to reform the New York justice system that let her daughter slip through the cracks.

On July 27, 2016, 2-year-old Kyra’s father shot her twice in the back while she was sleeping at his Fairfax, Virginia, home on an unsupervised, court-sanctioned visit. He then set the house on fire and shot himself to death.

After Kyra was killed, Franchetti founded Kyra’s Champions and the Kyra Franchetti Foundation, whose mission is to protect children in custody cases from being ordered by a court into the home of an abusive parent.

Franchetti’s advocacy has led to multiple bills, including Kyra’s Law, which passed the 12-person committee unanimously, being introduced. The bills make child safety the top priority in Family Court, increase judicial training on family violence and eliminate the use of forensic evaluators, among other things.

Franchetti said that the bills have garnered interest and led to over 15,000 emails sent to legislators in support of the five bills.

State Sen. Anna M. Kaplan (D-Great Neck), a sponsor of the bill that aims to require the court to consider a child’s health and safety when making child custody and visitation decisions, said Kyra’s Law will protect children.

“What happened to Kyra Franchetti should have never happened, and it should never happen to any child ever again,” Kaplan said in a statement. “Kyra’s law will ensure that children involved in custody cases are protected, and that their safety is

centered and prioritized, and that’s why I’m proud to be its sponsor, and will continue to work diligently towards its successful enactment.

“I’m so grateful for the relentless activism and advocacy of Jacqueline Franchetti, whose efforts on behalf of child safety are an inspiration to us all, and I’m grateful for the support of my colleagues in the Senate Judiciary today who overwhelmingly supported advancing this critical legislation.”

In the Assembly, the bill has been sent to a committee.

A more recent part of Franchetti’s initiative is her student advocacy group, which involves North Shore students in the policymaking process and gives them a voice.

In December, Gov. Kathy Hochul released a report from the Blue-Ribbon Commission on Forensic Custody Evaluations, created by then-Gov. Andrew Cuomo last year, of which Franchetti was one of 20 members.

The group was aimed at providing recommendations to the governor about updates to the evaluations for New York courts after negative experiences were reported by parents, attorneys and court officials.

Kyra’s eighth birthday would have been April 4, the beginning of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Throughout the month, Kyra’s Champions is planting 745 pinwheels at Port Washington’s Blumenfeld Park and Mary Jane Davies Green Park in Manhasset, where Kyra loved to play.

The 745 pinwheels represent the 20 children murdered by their parent during a child custody case, divorce or separation in the last five years and the 725 deaths of New York children in the last decade reportedly kept hidden by Child Protective Services, according to the Albany Times Union.

More information about Kyra’s Champions can be found at www.kyraschampions. org.

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6 charged in county drug bust at smoke shops

BY B R A N D ON D U FF Y

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(Clockwise from top left) Mohamed Elfeky, Hardik Sureshbhai Patel, Rashmin S. Patel, Mauleshkumar R. Patel, Manpreet Walia and Mahendrakumar V. Patel.

Nassau County police said six men were arrested after officers found that tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the principal psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, was being sold at five smoke shops, including one in Mineola.

Search warrants were used at the smoke shops, including Evolve Smoke Shop on Jericho Turnpike. Police said during the searches “large quantities of Tetrahydrocannabinol were recovered, along with MDMA, Heroin and U.S. Currency.”

Other locations that were searched included Evolve Smoke Shops in Bethpage, Hicksville and two in Farmingdale.

Police arrested Mohamed Elfeky, 31, Hardik Sureshbhai Patel, 24, Rashmin S. Patel, 27, Mauleshkumar R. Patel, 36, Manpreet Walia, 25, and

Mahendrakumar V. Patel, 36.

Evolve Smoke Shop has locations in Farmingdale, Hicksville, Mineola, Melville and South Farmingdale, along with other Suffolk County locations.

Elfeky has been charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance in the fifth-degree, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh-degree and criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third-degree. He was also charged with two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth-degree.

The other five defendants were all charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance in the fifth-degree and two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifthdegree. Each has pleaded not guilty.

Efforts to reach their lawyer for comment were unavailing.

$50M more proposed Manhasset boys advance for Hurricane Ida relief in state basketball tourney

BY R OB E RT PE L A E Z Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti (D-Port Washington) announced that the state Assembly has proposed $50 million to be included in the state budget as a relief fund for victims of Hurricane Ida last year.

The September hurricane’s remnants damaged homes, drainage structures and other buildings throughout Queens and Long Island with harsh winds and rainfall, totaling roughly $50 million in needed repairs. Sillitti, in a Friday news conference, said the Assembly’s proposal was expected to be voted upon this week to be entered into the final round of budget discussion.

PHOTO COURTESY OF WENDY TEPPEL

Some homes in Great Neck experienced significant flooding from Hurricane Ida in September.

“Many property owners are still dealing with significant hardships six months after the hurricane hit New York,” Sillitti said in a statement. “Our neighbors need their government’s assistance and I am determined to make sure that they receive the resources they need to bounce back from this substantial hardship. This is the first step.”

Efforts to reach a state representative for comment on the tentative budget were unavailing.

Out of the 2,900 residential homes throughout New York that were impacted

by Ida, a handful were flooded by rainfall upwards of nine inches in the Village of Great Neck.

During a September board meeting, village resident Wendy Teppel spoke on behalf of a group of residents residing on Chadwick, Plymouth and Warwick roads to advocate a study of the drainage system.

Teppel, who has served on executive boards at various schools throughout the area, said she has never seen destruction and flooding from a storm like Ida in more than 40 years of living in the village, with roughly two to three feet of water entering her two-story home.

While a smattering of areas throughout the peninsula were hit with flooding and damage to homes, those who live on Chadwick, Plymouth and Warwick have been experiencing inefficient drain systems for years, she said. Teppel said the main floors of her home and others’ homes were submerged, something that did not even occur during Superstorm Sandy.

Mayor Pedram Bral said the storm was the worst one he witnessed during his time in Great Neck.

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BY M I C H A E L J . L E W I S The heat was blistering, even at 7 or 8 a.m.

The sweat poured off the teenagers’ foreheads, and shade seemed as far away as a snowstorm.

But they all showed up, day after day, to Christopher Morley Park last August.

The Manhasset boys basketball team would come out in the 90-degree temperatures and run through drills and workouts their coaches had prepared.

According to the players who were there, very few complaints were heard, and just about everyone came on time

and worked hard.

Coaches say that it’s in the offseason where championships are won, and in the case of the Manhasset team, it absolutely seems true.

“It’s not easy to get up in the morning to do that stuff, but we always had the end goal in mind,” junior Liam Connor said. “For the most part, pretty much the whole team wanted to be at those workouts.”

“It was unusual how much those guys wanted it, even in August,” said head coach George Bruns. “That told me a lot right then.”

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PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTIN PERFETTO

Manhasset’s boys basketball team won the Long Island Class A championship this year.

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OUR VIEWS

Obvious gas tax fix may not be best

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he price of regular gas on Long Island hit $4.461 a gallon on Sunday – an increase of 81 cents from a month ago and $1.60 since last year.

What’s to be done?

For starters, we should not complain. Not at a time when Russia is bombing hospitals and schools in Ukraine, millions of its citizens are fleeing with only the shirts on their backs and what they can carry and the country’s military and remaining citizens, grandmothers included, fight against a larger, better-equipped army willing to use terrorist tactics.

Nationally the price of gas at the pump has risen 75 cents since Russian President Vladimir Putin began his military buildup at Ukrainian borders in December.

Since then NATO and the United States have imposed unparalleled sanctions on Russia with President Joe Biden also slapping a ban on Russian gas.

And even before the White House moved to curtail Russian oil imports, several global energy companies — including Shell, BP and ExxonMobil — had voluntarilyagreed to suspend their operationsin Russia.

The alternative for the United States and its allies was to stand by and do nothing in the face of Russia’s barbaric assault on Ukraine.

Or start World War III with Russia by attacking its fighter planes and anti-aircraft installations.

With atrocities rising in Ukraine and Putin’s intentions beyond Ukraine still uncertain, we still may be drawn further into the conflict.

But for now, the Biden administration is doing what should be done and that means we will pay more at the pumpas a price for helping Ukraine defend its free-

dom.

So what about gas prices?

New York Republicans as well as Democrats such as U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi, who is running for governor, have called on Gov. Kathy Hochul to suspend New York’s 46-cent-per-gallon gas tax.

Hochul has not ruled out suspending the gas tax, but she correctly noted that such a move might not result in lower prices at the pump.

Robert Zimmerman, a Democratic candidate for New York’s 3rd Congressional District, has endorsed House and Senate legislation to suspend the federal gas tax through 2022.

There is no doubt that an increase in gas prices impacts almost every aspect of our lives, including the transportation of goods we buy as well as our own transportation.

Especially hard hit are the less affluent among us and those facing long commutes to work. For them, higher gas prices can be financially crushing.

A short-term fix could provide relief, but there are downsides to lifting the taxes that should be considered.

Hochul is correct that suspending the gas tax does not guarantee that prices will come down. Last year, oil companies spent a good portion of their huge profits on dividends and stock buybacks.

So any suspension of the gas tax should include some mechanism that ensures the benefits of the taxes being suspended get passed on to consumers.

Another downside is that the benefit of reduced gas prices gets passed on to everyone – those who can afford the higher prices and those can’t.

A less costly way to offset the increase in prices would be to target those who face long commutes

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and those in financial need.

Another downside is whether suspending the gas tax actually works as intended.

That’s because the best way to reduce the cost of gas is to drive less. And the higher the price the greater the incentive to drive less.

For instance, the early months of the pandemic caused a global drop in demand for oil. In turn, crude prices fell to $18 per barrel.

But as the economy recovered in recent months, so did demand for crude. As of April 2021, the average price for a barrel of crude oil was around $60 a barrel but it had doubled to about $125 by last week.

Higher gas prices do benefit the United States oil industry, which has been a net exporter in recent years.

But it is also the largest source of revenue for Russia and other major oil exporters, such as Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Venezuela – dictatorships that have refused to sanction Russia or increase their production.

Not to mention the devastating cost of gas and oil on the environment.

So what are the ways that people on Long Island can drive less?

One that became all too familiar during the pandemic but

certainly accomplishes the goal is working from home.

We have had two years to adjust to remote work and many businesses have found that the same work can be done as well if not better from home.

With COVID receding, many people look forward to returning to work in-person. But many do not – preferring the savings in time and costs of commuting.

Again, we must recognize that this primarily benefits white-collar workers.

Another alternative is a return to public transportation.

In the case of Nassau County, that means the Long Island Rail Road and here the news is very good.

LIRR ridership fell to around 40 percent of 2019 levels during the pandemic and, according to Phil Eng, the outgoing president, it ticked up to 45 percent to 48 percent in January.

So there is plenty of capacity for commuters seeking to avoid driving.

Even better news is LIRR construction projects that are coming online in 2022, including the 3rd track and Eastside Access, which will allow commuters bound for the East Side of Manhattan to stop at

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Grand Central Terminal instead of traveling to Penn Station and then back.

Eastside Access will save East Side-bound commuters as much as 20 to 30 minutes each way – enough to persuade many more people to take the train, especially if New York City imposes congestion pricing.

The 3rd track and Eastside Access will not have an immediate impact on the rising cost of gas at the pump, but it is not too soon to prepare for the benefits that will be reaped by the county.

Home values, for one, should see an impact in the reduced commute times for people working on the East Side of Manhattan.

Village and town officials could also address the lack of affordable housing by taking full advantage of transit-oriented housing near LIRR train stations to serve people who live in Nassau but commute to work in New York by train.

All the while reducing demand for gas and oil.

There does need to be an immediate response to the rising prices of gas that will probably get worse before it gets betters.

But the most obvious response may not be the best response short term or long term.

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KREMER’S CORNER

Russia is our enemy now and forever

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e Americans live a very sheltered life.

We are fortunate that there have been no wars on our soil since we battled the British in 1812. Some might consider the 9/11 tragedy a foreign war, but there were no troops on our soil.

I have never had a conversation with my friends about such places as Kosovo, Rwanda, Aleppo or Yemen. But the faroff tragedy in Ukraine should be a part of our daily thinking because Vladimir Putin is unhinged and dangerous.

Foreign wars rarely impact on our daily lives. Occasionally gasoline prices spike due to a cut off in foreign supply or there is some foreign-made product that is no longer available for purchase.

But this war promises to keep America on its toes for many years to come and we will pay a price in many different ways.

There are very few of our readers who were around dur-

ing World War II. As a young child, I have a few memories about what it was like to live in a democracy at a time when the world was in the midst of a foreign war.

I do know that gasoline sold for $21 a gallon with a three-gallon limit, and meat and other precious products were rationed. I also recall that in 1973 during the Arab-Israel war, gasoline sold for seven dollars a gallon, thanks to the cut back in Arab oil production.

Whenever precious commodities like gasoline become expensive, some politicians immediately look for a scapegoat.

Some of my Republican friends tell me it is President Biden’s fault, but the facts say otherwise. The price of a gallon of gas began to rise in 2019 under then President Trump and has continued to rise.

The COVID pandemic interrupted oil and gas production at a time when we were energy sufficient. With a growing number of petroleum workers dis-

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abled due to illness, production fell behind and the amount of stored gasoline declined.

When the public decided it was time to drive again, there was less gasoline available.

When consumption went up the energy industry got greedy and arbitrarily raised prices.

The next Republican knock on President Biden is that he is listening to the environmental groups and that’s why gasoline prices are rising. When you ex-

amine the facts, there is a different story to tell.

Last year, the Biden administration issued 3,500 oil and gas drilling permits, which is 35 percent higher, than the number granted by the former president during his first year in office. In addition, there are 9,000 permits ready for use by any oil or gas company willing to drill.

There is no doubt that the president is opposed to drilling in the Arctic, but there are lots of good reasons why industry should be stopped from despoiling the last refuge of an endangered animal population.

The decision to stop buying oil products from Russia will raise some pump prices but at a time when the Russian Premier is slaughtering thousands of innocent Ukrainians. There is no reason to reward his country with American dollars.

If anyone deserves praise at this crucial time in world history it is Joe Biden. Prior to the invasion, Mr. Putin was

under the impression that the 30 NATO countries were weak and disorganized. Thanks to the president, NATO has joined forces and placed over 100,000 soldiers on alert in countries close to the Russian border.

If you are an American citizen who thinks that the war in Ukraine is no threat to America you are sadly mistaken.

Vladimir Putin has been locked up in the Kremlin for two-plus years due to his paranoia about COVID. Plus, there is no doubt that he is fearful that one of his close confidantes might decide to end his madness with some type of lethal method.

It is safe to assume that if Putin is able to conquer Ukraine, he may turn his attention to a NATO country that was once in his Russian orbit.

The late President Roosevelt once told America “the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” But this is 2022 and we have much to fear from the mad man in the Kremlin.

A LOOK ON THE LIGHTER SIDE

Paradoxical anniversary from upside down land

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o it’s official: it has now been two years since America closed for business, thanks to something we’d never heard of before, a Coronavirus pandemic.

I’ve given up waiting for us to “open.”

Instead, it’s as if we all plunged together off a cliff into a very deep pool and struggled there for far too long, but there is no “other side” to climb out on. Instead, the pool just got gradually shallower and shallower, until today we are still wading through it, still sloshing along but asking ourselves, “Is it over yet? Is it still a pandemic?

Do I wear a mask? Or what?”

It seems to me that one of the weirdest side effects for all of us to live with now is the turning inside out, or upside down, or otherwise reversing the polarity of standards and values I always held to be true.

For instance, until the pandemic came along, good parenting always involved limiting the amount of time your child

spent watching TV, or being on their phone or computer. Some parents even installed apps that would turn devices off after a specified amount of screen time. “Get off that computer and go outside and play!” we were encouraged to yell at our kids.

But with COVID, the careful parent instead yelled “Don’t you even think of going outside. You stay right here, indoors, where I know you’re safe!” And so we encouraged everyone to stay inside, watching screens from one end of the day to the other.

Another thing that got turned inside out, at least for me, was the supposed virtue of planning ahead. I was never much good at that, but I had learned over the years to deploy it as one tool of many for fighting anxiety. But with the pandemic, that all backfired.

It only generated more stress when whatever you planned fell through. It was actually counterproductive to look any farther ahead than dinner.

JUDY EPSTEIN

A Look on the Lighter Side Even trying to fill in a Gratitude Journal backfired on me.

Whenever I tried to write down three things I was grateful for at the end of a day, all it did was remind me of three more things that could be taken away from me by the morning. “At least I’ve got my health,” I would say — only to hear the skeptic in my head add “for now.”

But the nastiest trick this pandemic has played on us was turning all our relationships in-

side out. It used to be that the more you cared about somebody, the closer you stayed in touch. No longer.

This was driven home for me when one of my sons, at the start of a weeklong visit, found out that although symptomless, he had tested positive for Coronavirus. Fortunately, my husband and I both tested negative, but the logistics then totally floored me. I started tearing my hair out, trying to figure out who would stay in which bedroom, on which floor, and who got the working shower—and who got control of the kitchen.

My son solved the whole conundrum by announcing he had booked himself into an Airbnb.

If he got worse, I could leave chicken soup at his door (or, of course, call the doctor), but I couldn’t even kiss him goodbye.

I waved from 6 feet away and, because he loved his father and me, he left us.

It was so much the reverse of what I wanted.

It suddenly reminded me

of the games of tag I used to play as a youngster with some neighborhood kids. There were two boys, one of whom I liked and one of whom I didn’t. I was a fast runner, so when I was “It,” I could choose which boy to go after. But at that age, the worst punishment that I could administer was a kiss because “Aaugh! Cooties!” Which meant that I spared the boy I liked and chased the other one and kissed him instead. How backwards can you get?!

Which is exactly what, in a more serious way, this pandemic has done to us all. The more we love someone and care about their health, the farther away we must stay. No hugs, no kisses, no regular visits—until the people you care the most about, you end up not seeing at all.

My son is young and healthy, so I’m confident he’ll be done with his virus in no time.

But not being able even to hug him? That’s practically killing me.

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THE BACK ROAD

Fallout from Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill

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y now you may be aware that the Florida State Legislature has passed a bill that would restrict discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in schools in kindergarten through the third grade, or “in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students”— language that will likely extend the prohibition to the upper grades. The bill is awaiting Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature.

Republican Florida State Rep. Joe Harding, who introduced the bill, claimed that the bill is to make certain that parents are “in the know and involved on what’s going on” with their child’s education.

Those advocating against the bill maintain that its underlying purpose is for Republicans to generate political support amid a more assertive advocacy environment for LGBTQ rights and greater examination of what children are taught in schools.

Opponents of the bill are raising the question, what effect are

these laws having on the mental health and well-being of LGBTQ kids and parents?

Florida GOP state Sen. Ileana Garcia, chair of Children, Family and Elder Affairs, stated that “gay is not a permanent thing. LGBT is not a permanent thing.”

Critics have questioned her contention stating that “to say ‘it’s not permanent’ implies that they have a ‘cure,’ implies intervention, implies a ‘therapy’, and we know what that means.”

According to GLAAD (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation), “conversion therapy is any attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.”

They caution that because this has come under increasing scrutiny, providers often change their terminology to avoid detection, with some of the terms seeming to be relatively harmless at first glance; such as, sexual orientation change efforts and healing sexual brokenness.

Among those who use these sanitized terms are, according to

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GLAAD, “proponents of conversion therapy often intentionally conflate the attempted altering of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression with the treatment of an actual condition such as sexual addiction.”

Long-time national weather anchor Sam Champion, who came out as gay in 2012, recently tweeted about the new Florida bill: “I knew I was different very early, and was bullied at school VERY YOUNG. If you can’t go to a teacher or administrator to

talk, you are alone. The #Florida #DontSayGay bill is cruel and further isolates.”

Many tweeted in support of Champion’s stance. One wrote, “I struggled through school. Those teachers who saw me, really saw me, stepped up to ask the hard questions [and] saved me.”

Another responded, “These kids NEED their teachers, for some of them it’s the only support they will know.”

And, one more tweeted, “I was bullied young also. I still remember my fifth grade teacher making fun of me in front of the class and got them laughing at me. One reason I became a teacher was so no student of mine would go through my classes being bullied.”

Although this is hardly an exhaustive account of potential mental health impacts, testimony on social media offers important first-person insights from the LGBTQ community.

The “Don’t Say Gay” bill represents but one effort in the State of Florida. Notably, two months

into 2022, lawmakers in many more states have introduced bills that will likely limit the rights of LGBTQ Americans.

In a sobering moment inside the Florida State Capitol building, student protesters and faith leaders staged a sit-in, in advance of the vote on the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.

They joined together singing “Amazing Grace.” Then they slowly quieted as youth organizer Madelyn, rolled across the floor in her wheelchair, reading the names of LGBTQ people who have died by suicide after experiencing anti-LGBTQ hate.

Passing laws like “Don’t Say Gay” offers no benefit to children or parents, especially those who may be trapped in the darkness of discrimination and hate.

If we cannot trust our schools and dedicated teachers and pupil personnel staff to deliver quality lessons and to sensitively respond to students who are struggling with differences of any kind, suicide and profound sadness will continue to follow.

OUR TOWN

The secret behind outsiders’ climb to top

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hat does it take to be the best? Is it talent, willpower, luck, support?

Maybe it’s money or hard work or good parenting? Perhaps it’s a little of all that. It’s hard to say, but we got a hint this weekend when perhaps the greatest athlete who ever lived was accepted into golf’s Hall of Fame and he gave a speech, a speech that I will not soon forget.

Of course, the athlete I am referring to is Tiger Woods, who graced the world with his otherworldly talent for the last 30 years.

One is always lucky to be in the presence of greatness.

Many of us have seen greatness up close and personal even if it’s only to ask for an autograph. I

So exactly what does it take to get to the top?

recall the first time I watched Woods in person. It was at Bethpage during the US Open back in 2002 and I was part of the press corps and had good access to him. I recall standing behind him as he warmed up on the range.

At this point, he was hitting 2 irons and I still remember vividly what I saw. The first time he took the club back I said to myself: “Oh, that’s what they mean by being on plane.”

For those of you who don’t know golf jargon, being “on plane” means that you are taking the club back exactly the way you are supposed to. Then I recall the flight of his 2 irons. I had never seen anything quite like it. Out they went and when one expected them to drop, they just kept on going higher and higher to about 250 yards, then dropped gently onto the ground, one after the other.

This is real talent in action and one is tempted to say it was natural talent, but I had already learned that his talent came from his otherworldly work ethic.

During his Hall of Fame acceptance speech, Woods revealed a simple story that perfectly explained how he got to be the best.

It was a series of incidents that

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he experienced as a teenager. His parents had taken a second mortgage on their home so he could travel around the country playing in AJGA events at prestigious country clubs.

But he soon learned that when he arrived at the clubs, being a child of African-American descent, he was not allowed in to have lunch with the other kids.

He then said after that he learned to say only two things when he got to the clubs: “Where is the first tee and what’s the course record?”

That is a chilling story and demonstrates all we need to know about how to get to be No. 1 in any area of life. All you need is to be marginalized as an out-

sider and made to feel that you do not belong.

This truism is seen in the world of art. Over the last 60 years there have been four major American artists to emerge and to go down in history as true leaders in the field of art.

These would be Andy Warhol, Jean Michel Basquiat, Julian Schnabel and Jeff Koons. All four have been controversial, wildly successful and have moved the world of art in the direction they wanted it to go in.

Andy Warhol was the founder of Pop Art. Basquiat legitimatized Graffiti Art. Julian Schnabel was responsible for the rebirth of Expressionism in art and Jeff Koons synthesized conceptual art with minimalism and Pop Art. All four of these artists made hundreds of millions of dollars, reached the very top of the art world and were all outsiders and shunned by the art world. In other words, they share much with Tiger Woods in being shamed, humiliated and not accepted.

Warhol was shunned by his peers for being way too effeminate. Basquiat was a Black graffiti artist. Schnabel came from a Jewish home in Brooklyn and moved to Texas where he un-

doubtedly experienced prejudice.

And Koons’s work, like his glassencased Hoover Vacuum Cleaners, continue to produce consternation, confusion and ridicule by most who see them.

How odd it is to conclude that the essential ingredient of those who climb to the top of the pyramid is to be shunned, laughed and or hated. And this is a lesson I try to teach my patients who suffer from abuse or ridicule as teenagers. As the saying goes, “that which does not kill you will make you strong.”

The future Tiger Woods of the world will be found in the pool of kids who are currently being laughed out and shunned and ridiculed. Those being bullied today will be the ones running corporations, playing in the big leagues or starring on Broadway tomorrow. This is but one of the many ironies of life. Or as someone said in the Bible: “The meek shall inherit the Earth.”

So do not feel defeated and do not lose hope if today you are not in with the in-crowd. And are not considered to be one of the cool ones. Learn to say what Tiger once said: “Where is the first tee and what’s the course record?”

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Don’t stop talking about climate change

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alking gets a bad rap.

We say things like talk is cheap and a picture is worth a thousand words. The reality is those sentiments are sometimes true, but not always. Talking should not be disparaged or underrated in many contexts and climate change solutions is one of those subjects.

Talking is at the top of the list of things people can do to address climate change. Not only is it something we all do regularly, it is effective. The more we talk about climate change the more people learn and the more attention the whole topic receives. More attention on the topic means more people talking and learning. As people learn more, they are more likely to get involved in behaviors that address climate change. Additionally, as more people are talking, there are more ideas being exchanged.

More exchange of ideas means more creativity and a greater chance of the world finding solutions to climate change. And with more people

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paying attention to the topic and being more informed about climate change and prepared to take actions to address climate change, there is a greater chance of people adopting and implementing the solutions generated in the course of exchanging ideas. With implementation of more solutions, there is greater mitigation of the consequences of climate change.

All of that from the simple act of talking.

While talking is itself a simple thing to do, talking about climate change may not be so simple. How do we add our voices to the conversation? One way is through stories. Stories are a powerful communication tool promoted by many climate activists and organizations. Stories are effective because by speaking from personal experience we make an intangible, often distant and overwhelming situation more real, more relatable, and more concrete.

Even though climate change is touching each of us, albeit to varying degrees, it is

LYNN CAPUANO Earth Matters not always apparent that is the case. A person’s climate change story can connect listeners to climate change through their connection to the storyteller and the story. In telling a climate change story, the key is to be descriptive, personal and use your own voice. You can speak specifically about your lived experience of climate change which could be living through a severe storm like Superstorm Sandy, a flood event, or suffering health effects related to extreme or extended heat.

You can speak about how

you draw on your self-awareness of the kind of person you are to apply your skills to address climate change. You can focus your story on your view of the world and your vision of a better world and how climate change is disrupting that view and vision and what you are doing to realize your vision in the face of climate change.

I offer these only to get you thinking. They are not prescriptive but suggestions for framing what you want to say to others when you talk about climate change, because talking about it is crucial to doing something about it.

When I talk about climate change, I focus on the message that every individual can make a difference. Our individual actions address climate change and help to mitigate its consequences. It’s probably no surprise that this is what I talk about as it’s typically the message of this column – there are actions we each can take every day that make a difference.

I came to this belief in elementary school when I ap-

proached my parents about changing schools and they agreed to let me. Since then I have had little doubt that I can make a difference in the world.

My belief in the power of an individual to make a change drives me to this day and is what makes me believe that we will address climate change and preserve this planet for future generations.

Life is not something that happens to us. We live our lives through our choices and our behavior. We have control over both, and both can be powerful agents of change. So this month I am encouraging you to talk about climate change. Tell your story, tell someone else’s story.

The important thing is to talk about it. Make it a topic that is uppermost in people’s minds.

That’s how we start to get people to pay attention and then take action. If we’re not talking about it, people aren’t thinking about it and they’re not doing anything about it. And there’s so much people can be doing.

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IMPACTFUL LEADERSHIP Congratulations Harry for your recognition as a Top Business Leader of Nassau County Nassau County Industrial Development Agency’s (NCIDA) board of directors and staff are proud to honor our own CEO, Harry Coghlan, for his vision and leadership.

During Harry’s tenure the agency has facilitated private investment of more than $400.0MM resulting in the creation of 8,700 permanent jobs, $1,817.2MM in permanent sales, and the creation of over 1,000 residential apartment units while supporting diverse industry sectors including housing, healthcare, hospitality, technology, and consumer products.

Harry Coghlan, Chief Executive Officer/ Executive Director

The NCIDA congratulates all the honorees of Blank Slate Media’s Top Business Leaders of 2021. Together we are building a strong and sustainable economy in Nassau County.

For more information, visit NassauIDA.org, or call 516-571-1945

Congratulations Adhi Sharma, MD President, Mount Sinai South Nassau For being honored by Blank Slate Media as one of the Top Business Leaders of Nassau County in 2021.

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Blank Slate Media honored 48 of Nassau County’s Top Business Leaders at an awards ceremony and networking event held at Crest Hollow Country Club on March 10. LI Association President/ CEO Matt Cohen, Esq. was the keynote speaker, followed by Director of Customer and Community Management for Long Island National Grid Kathleen Wisnewski; Sr. Vice President, Government Affairs for Northwell Health John Flanagan; and President/CEO of Flushing Bank John Buran. Antoinette Biordi, an Emmy Award-winning News12 reporter and anchor, was the emcee.

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Blank Slate Media honored 48 of Nassau County’s Top Business Leaders at an awards ceremony and networking event held at Crest Hollow Country Club on March 10. LI Association President/CEO Matt Cohen, Esq. was the keynote speaker, followed by Director of Customer and Community Management for Long Island National Grid Kathleen Wisnewski; Sr. Vice President, Government Affairs for Northwell Health John Flanagan; and President/CEO of Flushing Bank John Buran.

Antoinette Biordi, an Emmy Award-winning News12 reporter and anchor, was the emcee.

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GLABICKI TO KICK OFF NEW MUSIC VENUE Spotlight Art Bar, located adjacent to The Paramount in Huntington, has announcev that Friday, March 18 will feature a live intimate concert performance starring the lead singer of Rusted Root – Michael Glabicki.

This event is the first ticketed concert event on our new Spotlight Stage – with tickets available now for purchase via Ticketmaster.com or at The Paramount Box Office.

For this performance, Glabicki takes all the new songs and old favorites Rusted Root has been performing and performs reenvisioned versions of them in a more intimate setting with Rusted Root’s long-time guitar player and background vocalist, Dirk Miller.

For the concert on Friday, March 18, tickets will be $25 in advance, doors will open at 8 p.m. and showtime is set at 9 p.m.

Spotlight Art Bar at The Paramount has been showcasing local live musicians in Huntington Village since the Summer of 2020, but this show will officially launch the room as a new 200-capacity standalone concert venue that will be booked throughout the year with ticketed events in Spotlight’s Art Gallery moving forward.

In addition, to live music and art, Spotlight also offers a variety of food & drink menu items including burgers & salads, as well as pizzas and specials from Ella’s along with seasonal offerings. For questions, reservations or additional information, you can call Spotlight at (631) 637-1225 or visit us on social media or on our website: www.spotlightny.com.

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Port Library presents sounds of ‘Cold Chocolate’ Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band that fuses folk, funk and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own.

Led by Ethan Robbins (vocals/guitar) and Ariel Bernstein (percussion), the Boston-based group released their third full-length album, Down The Line, in the summer of 2020. Robbins says, “I see this album as a leaping off point for many more new albums to come, and that’s an exciting prospect.” Bernstein adds: “I think this album is the best representation of who we are as musicians to date. We had so much fun putting it together and

felt no restrictions or expectations on the songs we wrote.”

Punctuated by tight harmonies and skillful musicianship, Cold Chocolate has quickly gained recognition for their original music and high-energy shows. The band has shared bills with Leftover Salmon, David Grisman, and Angelique Kidjo, and regularly performs at venues and music festivals up and down the East Coast.

Jason Verlinde of The Fretboard Journal who covered the band’s FreshGrass Festival set noted “there were plenty of magical moments…I will never forget [watching] Cold Chocolate perform…”

Kathy Sands-Boehmer of No Depression raved, “[Ethan] feels the music in his heart and soul and it shows when he plays. Ethan becomes the music on stage.

There’s an almost mystical connection between his guitar and the notes that flow out of it.”

Join us for a very special SoundSwap event as we get to share in that connection with Cold Chocolate, ‘Live at Lapham’ and on the Zoom platform!

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Slavonic Serenade with Zlatomir Fung Long Island’s full symphony orchestra, the Massapequa Philharmonic, will make its first appearance at the Adelphi Performing Arts Center on April 3 at 3 p.m. with a program entitled “Slavonic Serenade.”

Music Director David Bernard will lead the orchestra in Brahms Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Liszt Les preludes and Dvořák’s Cello Concerto. The cello soloist will be Zlatomir Fung, International soloist and Gold Medalist—and youngest winner—of the XVI International Tchaikovsky Competition.

“We are thrilled to bring Zlatomir Fung to the beautiful Adelphi Performing Arts Center,” says PACS Music Director David Bernard. “Zlatomir is an incredible talent, and we are proud to offer this rare opportunity to hear this sought-after artist perform the notable, brilliant and endearing Dvořák’s Cello Concerto is an opportunity that must not be missed,” says Bernard.

This concert will offer a limited number of ‘InsideOut seats’ that place audience members onstage with the musicians.

InsideOut Concerts, developed by David Bernard, brings audiences closer to the music and the music-making, turning a concert into a fully immersive experience.

David Bernard’s InsideOut Concerts

is regularly featured by the Park Avenue Chamber Symphony in New York City and by other symphony orchestras including the Greenwich Symphony and the Danbury Symphony.Says Bernard, “InsideOut not only develops new audiences for classical music, but places the Symphonic Concert on the same level as fully immersive events, like escape rooms and immersive theater.

It is equally as thrilling to newcomers to classical music as to seasoned concertgoers.

We are very excited about helping to grow classical music audiences on Long Island.”

The Massapequa Philharmonic has brought engaging and innovative programs to Long Island audiences at the Madison Theatre in Rockville Center and at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, including a multimedia presentation of Gustav Holst’s “The Planets” in collaboration with Dr. Jackie Faherty of the American Museum of Natural History and Hayden Planetarium.

“Slavonic Serenade”, will be performed at the Adelphi Performing Arts Center, One South Avenue, Garden City, on Sunday, March 6 at 3 p.m.. Tickets are available at the Adelphi Performing Arts Center’s website https://sforce.co/3pVjzMVFor additional information, please visit www.massphil. com

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Guide to preparing for college admissions Junior year is a pivotal time in the lives of high school students. Junior year marks a transition to upper classmen, and students begin to ponder their post-high school academic careers around this time as well.

The college preparatory process can seem daunting, particularly if a student does not have a sibling who recently went through the steps and can offer advice. Well-meaning parents may want to share their own experiences, but much has changed since parents were looking ahead to their own college experiences. That doesn’t mean parents can’t offer important assistance, particularly when they learn the ropes of today’s college preparatory process.

Speak with a guidance counselor to plan courses Parents and students can meet collectively with a guidance counselor to talk about goals and coursework. Many high schools offer Advanced Placement classes or dual enrollment courses that enable students to earn college credit.

Discuss extracurricular activities Colleges and universities do not just look at grade and test scores; they consider the entire applicant.

Therefore, high schoolers should dabble in various clubs, organizations and sports to make them more appealing to admissions departments.

Enroll in a test preparation course Though a growing number of American colleges and universities have abandoned ACT and SAT scores as part of their admissions process, many schools still require those scores. Students can benefit from taking test prep classes either in school or through outside tutoring businesses. Learning strategies for the tests as well as seeing sample questions can remove some of the anxiety associated with the tests.

Visit schools and attend college fairs Parents and students should make appointments to visit several college campuses that offer courses students are interested in. Getting one’s name in admissions departments’ databases also opens up students to emails about upcoming events and application deadlines.

Learn about The Common Application The Princeton Review says most schools will use The Common Application as part of the admissions process.

This enables students to enter all of their information and apply to multiple schools using the same account.

However, schools will typically have different supplemental essay topics or test score requirements. Essays typically are required to be around 650 words.

Get financial paperwork in order Applying to college and applying for financial aid (which every student should do regardless of income) are two separate processes. In the United States, students will start with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA will help determine eligibility for grants, scholarships, federal work-study, and student loans. The FAFSA requires information taken from federal income tax statements.

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Important ways music education benefits students

Researchers increasingly are finding that “do-re-mi” may be just as essential to children’s development as “A-B-C.” Music education, which was once required in the classroom, is increasingly absent from school curriculums. However, proponents feel there should be a greater push for musical education as part of school curricula because of the many benefits students reap from music education.

Taps into multiple skill sets Music participation goes beyond playing an instrument or singing notes from a page. Experts at Music Together, an early childhood music development program, say that participating in music education involves many different skills, including listening, vision, fine motor skills, problem solving, and utilizing large and small muscle groups.

Transformative effects A growing body of research points to music for its transformative effects on youngsters. Participation in music education may help improve communication skills, foster better memory and help children focus their attention more effectively, according to the instrument retailer Zing Instruments.

Music may provide the common ground to unite children in pursuit of a common goal.

Improves language skills Neurobiologist Dr. Nina Kraus participated in “The Harmony Project,” which involved a series of experiments among second and third graders. Dr. Kraus discovered conclusively that music enhanced sound processing and cognitive skills (memory and attention). Music helps students develop the left side of the brain, which is known for processing language. A 2014 study by Arete Music Academy found children who study music tend to have larger vocabularies and more advanced reading skills than those who do not participate in music education.

More consistent attendance rates The National Association for Music Education determined that schools that offer music education have better attendance rates (93.3 percent) than those that don’t (84.9 percent).

Higher grades A study in The Journal for Research in Music Education found that students who participated in excellent music programs scored higher on tests in mathematics and English/language than students enrolled in lower-quality music programs or none at all. Researchers concluded there is a correlation between music education and better retention of material.

Support from parents and teachers Both educators and parents strongly believe that music education has a positive impact on overall academic performance, indicates NAMM Foundation and Grunwald Associates LLC. They also feel that budget cuts in music education or deficits in supplies and insufficient allocation of resources is detrimental to students.

Increased IQ scores An experiment published in a 2004 issue of Psychological Science conducted

by E. Glenn Schellenberg at The University of Toronto at Mississauga found that, over the course of nine months, six-yearold participants who were given piano and voice lessons tested on average three IQ points higher than those who had drama lessons only or no lessons at all.

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Get prepared for the summer camp season

Summer camp season is just around the corner. Each summer, millions of children depart for campsites around the country to swim, hike, craft, and enjoy the companionship of friends.

Summer camps in North America were first established in the 1880s and were attended by children without their parents for overnight stays. By the 20th century, summer camps had become an international phenomenon, and various organizations hosted traditional summer camps or camps geared toward religion, sports, music and other subjects and activities. According to the American Camp Association, each year more than 14 million children and adults in the United States attend camp. America is home to more than 14,000 day and resident camps (8,400 are overnight camps and 5,600 are day camps). Nonprofit groups are the largest sponsors of summer camps.

Many people put off summer camp planning until it is too late. Parents should keep in mind that camps begin registration early in the year and have specific cut-off dates for enrollment. Parents who want to beat the crowds this year can use this guide to help plan a summer camp agenda. · Attend an orientation seminar. Take the time to visit prospective camps for a tour, and use this open house as an opportunity to learn more about the programs offered. If available, find a camp employee to discuss your child’s eligibility for enrollment. Some camps may offer webinars for convenience. · Fill out the enrollment package completely. Each camp has their own requirements for registration. Expect to submit some personal information, including a

medical background and proof of insurance, names and numbers of emergency contacts, and any other pertinent information as it applies to the camper. This may include allergies, fears, physical or mental disabilities, or even preferences in camp courses. · Establish payment schedules. Summer camps vary in price. The ACA says camp costs range from $100 to more than $1,500 per week. However, many accredited camps offer some sort of financial assistance for children from families with limited financial means. If cost is a factor, be sure to broach the subject. · Prepare children for the physical challenges a camp may present. Summer camp activities may be rigorous, and campers may need to be cleared by a physician before starting. Be sure to schedule your child a physical and bring along any pertinent forms. Children also can increase their levels of physical activity compared to the often sedentary nature of winter. Such preparation can prevent injuries when engaging in outdoor and physical activities. · Shop for supplies. Camps are likely to provide a list of requirements with regard to clothing and other equipment campers will need. Make sure kids have enough shorts, T-shirts, socks, athletic shoes, swimsuits, toiletries, and other camp necessities before they leave. · Keep children in the loop. Engage children in the planning process to help alleviate their fears and get them excited about summer camp.

Summer camp can foster lifelong memories. Parents can help kids prepare in advance for the fun that’s soon to arrive.

Start gearing up now for summer camp plans to guarantee kids attend the camps they prefer.

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How children can have memorable summer camp experiences

As hours of sunlight increase, thoughts may turn to summer vacation. For many children, summer vacation wouldn’t be the same without camp.

Adults may have their own fond memories of going to summer camp when they were children because of the opportunities it presented to be independent and meet new people. Campers often bond over shared experiences, whether they are planned activities or unexpected “disasters” like a rainstorm washing out a canoe trip. That is why so many parents choose to carry on the summer camp tradition when they have their own children.

However, some kids may not be ready to jump right into the summer camp lifestyle. Such youngsters may need extra reassurance and support to make the most of their time at camp. The following are some tips for making summer camp an enjoyable experience.

Try many new activities Summer camp is about expanding boundaries and interests. Campers should sign up for many activities, including those that normally may be out of their wheelhouse. A camper may be pleased to learn that a new craft activity or a sports game piques his or her interest.

Connect with fellow campers in advance If the camp has a social media presence, follow the camp’s posts and connect with other like-minded campers even before they arrive. Talking with others who share similar interests can help campers feel more comfortable about meeting up once they arrive at camp.

Follow the safety rules While campers may spread their wings a bit at summer camp when not under the watchful eyes of parents, any mischief should not come at the expense of safety. Campers should stick to the safety protocol so that camp is not memorable for the wrong reasons.

Change another camper’s experience A camper who recognizes a fellow camper is reserved and shy can invite that person to come sit with other friends at meals or to participate in an activity. This can help build a lasting friendship and make camp that much more enjoyable for someone in need.

Plan ahead Families can visit the camp in advance and get a lay of the land. Knowing what to expect in terms of facilities and activities can assuage some anxiety. It also will help campers hone in on what to pack and what to expect over the summer.

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Develop a rapport with camp counselors The saying “you only get one chance to make a first impression” extends to campers meeting camp counselors.

When campers interact with counselors for the first time, they should be outgoing, polite and open to new ideas. Counselors will appreciate easy-going campers and could be good resources of useful information, such as how to score an extra dessert at mealtime.

Summer camp season is on the horizon and campers can take several steps to foster memorable and fun experiences along the way.

Summer camp is a beloved tradition in many families. Many parents of young children fondly recall spending their summers at summer camp, where they made lifelong friends and learned the finer points of roasting marshmallows and competing in three-legged sack races.

Parents looking for the right summer camp for their kids will soon discover there are various types of summer camps, each offering youngsters something different. The following are some of the summer camp options parents can expect to encounter as they search for the right camper for their kids.

Day camp Day camps are not overnight camps, which means kids will return home each night rather than sleep over at camp. Day camps typically offer many of the activities people have come to associate with camps, including crafts, sports and even day-trips to experience local culture or attractions. Many day camps are co-ed, and counselors typically live within the community.

Faith-based camp Faith-based camps offer many of the same activities as more traditional summer camps, but do so while simultaneously offering campers the opportunity to celebrate and further explore their religious beliefs. Some faithbased camps may focus heavily on religion, incorporating faith into daily camp activities, while others may be more subtle with regard to integrating religious beliefs and lessons into camp activities.

Sports camps Some summer camps focus on a particular sport, catering to young athletes who want to further develop their athletic talents. Sports camps may feature guest lectures and lessons from notable local athletes and coaches, while some camps may provide instruction from current and/or former professional athletes.

Some sports camps are overnight, while others are day camps.

Family camps Family camps are opportunities for the whole family to enjoy the summer camp experience. Family camps typically tailor their activities around tasks families can complete together, with counselors providing assistance when it’s needed. Family camps may be faithbased or secular, and families typically stay overnight, sleeping in facilities on the campsites or in lodging away from home.

Special needs camps Parents of children with special needs can still send their kids to summer camp, as there are many camps that cater to such youngsters. Special needs camps may cater to campers who are blind, deaf, learning disabled, or mentally or physically disabled. Staff at special needs camps typically undergoes extensive training, which helps to calm some of the fears parents may have about leaving their special needs children at camp. Facilities at special needs camps are often built to accommodate the specific needs of campers.

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Things to consider before choosing a summer camp

Summer camp is often something kids look forward to, and something they will fondly recall long after they reach adulthood. For many kids, summer camp provides a first taste of independence, as youngsters spend significant time away from home without their parents for the first time in their lives. But as great an experience as summer camp can be for youngsters, it can be just as difficult an experience if parents don’t find the right fit for their children. That’s why it behooves parents to start thinking about summer camps for their kids in winter, before camps start filling out their rosters, which tends to happen in early spring. The following are a few things parents should take into consideration when seeking a summer camp for their kids.

Staff The right summer camp staff can make all the difference. Many children are understandably shy when arriving at a summer camp, as their friends from back home might not be joining them. That can make kids hesitant to participate in activities or less enthusiastic about those activities. But a good staff will know how to make kids feel welcome, which should help them come out of their shells and make the most of their summer camp experiences.

The quality of staffs can vary significantly depending on the camp, so it’s important that parents ask camp representatives about their staffs before making any commitments. Ask how long the staff has been together and the types of training new and even veteran staff members undergo before the start of camp season? Does the training include first aid and emergency medical training and certification?

It’s also good to ask about the vetting process the camp employs before hiring new staff, including the extent of its background checks. Are criminal background checks conducted? How many references must potential staff members supply to be considered for employment? A good camp

will be forthcoming with answers to all of your questions, so eliminate those that appear hesitant to share information about their staffs.

A day in the life When vetting camps for kids, parents should ask what a typical day is like once the season hits full swing. Many parents want their youngsters to have a wellrounded experience, while others might want their kids to attend a more specialized camp, whether it’s a sports camp focusing on a particular sport or a music camp devoted to helping kids become better musicians. Regardless of the type of camp parents are considering for their kids, they should ask about what daily life at the camp is like. Ask to see schedules and how strictly camps adhere to those schedules. When considering specialized camps, ask the staff representative if kids will have the chance to simply have a little fun and which types of recreational activities are planned to give kids a break from what are often rigorous schedules.

Camp goals Another thing parents must consider before choosing a summer camp for their kids is the goals of each individual camp.

A camp should be dedicated to ensuring kids have fun, even when kids are attending more specialized camps that tend to be more strict. In addition, parents should look for a camp that wants its attendees to foster relationships with their fellow campers. Camp can be lonely for some youngsters, especially those attending summer camp for the first time, but a summer camp that strives to promote friendship among its campers can reduce, if not eliminate, any feelings of homesickness.

Late winter is when parents should start looking at summer camps for their kids, and there are a host of factors moms and dads should take into consideration during the vetting process to ensure their youngsters have as much fun as possible.

Five reasons why summer camp is a good choice for kids

Summer vacation offers students a respite from lessons and the routine of school. Children might once have eagerly awaited those final days of classes so they could lounge poolside, skip rocks across ponds and spend the long days of the season playing with friends. But many of today’s youngsters spend much of their summer vacations indoors playing with their digital devices.

Perhaps that’s why one of the last vestiges of the classic summer vacation escape - summer camp - remains such a viable option for parents who want their children to get outdoors once the school year ends.

Although kids needn’t be in camp all summer long, a week or two can benefit campers of all ages. The following are five reasons why summer camp might be the right fit this year.

1. Explore talents. Summer camps help young people explore their unique interests and talents. Under an organized, yet often easygoing, camp schedule, kids can dabble in sports, arts and crafts, leadership, community support, and so many other activities that may not be fully available to them elsewhere.

2. Physical activity: Lots of camps build their itineraries around physical activities that takes place outdoors. Campers may spend their time swimming, running, hiking, playing sports, climbing, and so much more. This can be a welcome change for

kids accustomed to living sedentary lifestyles. Regular physical activity has many health benefits and can set a foundation for healthy habits as an adult.

3. Gain confidence. Day and sleepaway camps offer campers the opportunity to get comfortable in their own skin.

Camps can foster activities in self-esteem by removing the academic measures of success and fill in with noncompetitive opportunities to succeed. Campers learn independence, decision-making skills and the ability to thrive outside of the shadow of their parents, siblings or other students.

4. Try new things. Camp gives children the chance to try new things, whether that’s learning to cook, exploring new environments or embracing a new sport or leisure activity. Opening oneself up to new opportunities can build character and prove enlightening for children.

5. Make new friends. Camp is a great place to meet new people and make lifelong friends. Campers flood in from areas near and far. This provides kids with a chance to expand their social circles beyond their immediate neighborhoods and schools.

Camps benefit children in a variety of ways. Lessons learned in camp can strengthen values, build confidence, develop coping mechanisms when adversity strikes, and enable campers to make lifelong friends.

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How to help kids with math

Many parents recall struggling with math at one point or another in their academic careers. According to PBS, little is known about the neurobiological or environmental causes of math disabilities. Many experts attribute them to various deficits in a handful of skill types, including difficulties connecting the relationship between numbers and the quantities they represent and an incomplete understanding of the language of math.

Determining what’s behind a student’s struggles with math may require a collective effort on the part of parents and educators. Parents also may need to make a concerted effort to help their children with math at home, and they can approach that in various ways.

· Learn the ways modern teachers teach math. It may not take long before parents recognize that math is now taught differently than it likely was when they were still students.

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students who are struggling with math can contact their children’s teachers to learn the methods they’re using in the classroom. Ask for pointers on presenting the material at home and do your best to grasp the new approach. · Utilize kids’ interests to relay mathematical concepts. Kids may find material more relatable and easier to understand if parents incorporate their interests into lessons. For example, parents can use sports to reinforce concepts kids are being taught in the classroom. If a child’s favorite football team is winning by 21 points, parents can ask children to determine how many touchdowns the opponent will need to score to tie the game. Young readers can be given books that help children build fundamental math skills like counting, addition and subtraction. Incorporating kids’ hobbies into home math lessons is a great way to build their enthusiasm for math. · Speak with teachers. Ask teachers for their advice on relating concepts at

home. Teachers may be limited in regard to how they can teach math in the classroom, but they might be able to offer some tips to make materials more relatable at home. · Work with a tutor. Parents who are struggling to grasp the new ways math is taught can easily become frustrated, and that frustration could rub off on kids. Before things reach that point, parents can reach out to tutors. Some

schools provide tutoring programs, while others may recommend local tutors. Fellow parents also can be great resources and may be able to recommend tutors who have produced successful results for their children in the past.

Struggles with math are not uncommon. Parents can try various strategies to help their kids grasp mathematical concepts more fully.

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How young children’s vocabularies benefit from being read to A recent study from researchers at The Ohio State University found that the disparity between the number of words young children who are frequently read to have heard compared to those who have not been read to is significant.

The study first appeared online in the Journal of Development and Behavioral Pediatrics and found that young children whose parents read them five books a day entered kindergarten having heard roughly 1.48 million words. By comparison, children whose parents never read to them had heard just over 4,600 words by the time they entered kindergarten.

Even children who are read to daily hear significantly fewer words than children whose parents read them five books a day.

Such children hear just under 300,000 words prior to entering kindergarten.

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Reach Out and Read, a national nonprofit that champions the positive effects of reading daily and engaging in additional language-rich activities with young children, reports that language-based interactions help children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and literacy. Reading to young children also enhances their understanding of the world by transporting them to places and times they have never experienced.

One study also noted the effects that reading to young children can have on the relationship between parent and child. That study, authored by researchers at the University of Wollongong in Australia and Boston University and published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, found that reading to young children supports a strong relationship between parent and child.

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ALL THINGS POLITICAL

Nassau Democrats must get their act together

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his past election cycle the Nassau Democratic Party got creamed. Former Democratic Nassau County Executive Laura Curran lost to Republican Town of Hempstead Councilman Bruce Blakeman in what was supposed to be an easy race. Equally as shocking, former Democratic Town of North Hempstead Clerk Wayne Wink lost the open seat in the supervisor’s race to Manhasset civic leader and former SEC attorney Jennifer DeSeana.

Curran, liked and respected by both sides of the aisle, was expected to be the easy victor. Wink, also popular, was an ever-present fixture in his solidly left-leaning town. Several other incumbent Democratic Town Council and

Nassau County legislative elected officials lost as well.

So how did this happen?

Here’s one explanation. Local Dems have several splintered liberal factions, which fight among themselves. Then when the primaries are over, the losing factions stay home. On the other side of the aisle, the Nassau County Republicans have a simple, unified message and they stick to it. Blaming Curran for higher taxes from a broken assessment process was disingenuous, but it worked.

The Republicans also kept the issues local and focused on stopping crime, even though Nassau is among the lowest crime counties in America. On crime, the far-left Democrats wanted to

ADAM HABER All Things Political defund the police while the moderate Dems stayed mostly silent.

This brought the Republicans out to vote. This coming November, if Nassau County’s state and federal Democratic candidates do not put forth a relatable, cohesive

message, the losses will continue.

Unfortunately, Nassau Dems are their own worst enemy. After Laura Curran lost, she went on Fox News and knocked progressive policies and blasted President Biden saying, “[Biden] has a hard time putting a sentence together. I think everyone gets nervous listening to him talk, that he’s going to mess up.”

All those who supported Curran, from progressive Dems to moderates, should be furious at her comments. Supporters who helped her get elected in 2017 worked on her re-election campaign in 2021 and those who donated to her should have been graciously and repeatedly thanked. Instead, she publicly knocked the whole left, which

is contrary to everything Curran stood for while county executive.

It’s hard to trust politicians when they spew hypocrisy. I couldn’t imagine a former Nassau Republican ever saying something like that.

Nassau County Democratic Party leader Jay Jacobs also made unforced errors that are disenfranchising those whose support he is seeking. In early March, Jacobs sent an email to Democratic donors that said in part, “I request that you hold off on making any contributions to any of the candidates until we have had an opportunity to discuss the complexities of this race.

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Hochul’s housing plan merits consideration

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he fact that Gov. Kathy Hochul has pulled Accessory Housing from her to do list of budget priorities – clearly realizing it would be political suicide – does not deter Republicans from accusing Hochul and Democrats of destroying Suburbia (just as they continue to use the lies about defund police; they’re coming for your guns; the tyranny of masks and vaccine mandates; and CRT indoctrination in public schools!).

Hochul initially proposed to change zoning laws to allow Accessory Dwelling Units as part of a $25 billion five-year housing plan aimed at creating and preserving 100,000 affordable homes throughout New York, of which 10,000 would have support services for vulnerable populations. Affordable housing is being advanced in separate legislation.

At a Republican rally Feb. 6 in the Great Neck Village Green, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman decried, “Hidden in the governor‘s 300-page budget message, (a proposal) would take land use authority from villages and overnight a house could go up, you don’t know who they are, who rents out. It would change the character [of suburbia] increase the population in Nassau County without planning, infrastructure, police, teachers.”

Blakeman added: “We’re not going to take it anymore. This is our county, our way of life. It’s worth fighting for. We won’t take it lying down.. In suburban life, parents have choice over what they do.”

And another rally against accessory housing Feb. 3, The Island Now reported Blakeman said, “From overcrowding classrooms, endangering the safety of communities, straining public safety, sanitation, traffic, and utility resources to destroying the environment and increasing the carbon footprint, Gov. Hochul’s policy directly threatens L.I.’s quality of life and will turn our neighborhoods into the overcrowded urban centers that most residents fled from in order to live here.“ “Allowing Accessory Dwelling Units on the property of homes that are currently zoned for single-family use is nothing short of a direct attack on our suburban communities and the quality of life we cherish,” North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena said. “The legislation proposed in the governor’s budget cannot be allowed to go forward, and I will work tirelessly to defeat it on behalf of those who have elected me.” (Notably, a former North Hempstead Supervisor, Jon Kaiman, now a candidate for Congress, first proposed accessory housing years ago, but withdrew the proposal after a backlash.)

The problem is that despite the Republicans’ protestations, they are already turning a blind eye to what is now illegal (unsafe, unhealthy) housing — there are numerous examples in the Village of Great Neck — while pushing high-density development of multistory buildings (often because the developer is a friend, donor or relative) and hide the adverse impacts on traffic, environment, schools. Witness the Village of Great Neck, and Mayor

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Pedram Bral’s mantra that more development is the only antidote to ever increasing property taxes.

What they have no interest in, though, are the affordable housing strategies that help homeowners directly and can be accomplished in short order.

And yet voters of all stripes are clamoring for affordable housing.

Just as affordable housing has to be done – and can be done – in a way that enhances the community for everyone, using sustainable development and wellness strategies, there is a place for accessory housing and it could be, should be, done with appropriate regulations. It would solve the longstanding demands for affordable housing to help seniors keep their family home, to give young people a steppingstone to homes of their own, to enable vital workers like health care and teachers to be closer to jobs and lowering costs of commuting, to keep a workforce in the community who are also our volunteer firefighters.

Another benefit is that se-

niors would have someone close by to assist them if necessary. Indeed, Accessory Housing is called “Mother-Daughter” or “Granny” housing and has been used often in the past, during housing shortages, such as during World War II. And there is an argument to be made that justice demands a kind of reparations for decades of discrimination (GI bill, federal mortgage redlining, bank policies, limited access to credit, punishing credit ratings and higher interest rates and downpayment requirements) that have contributed to Nassau County being one of the most segregated in the country, and people of color never attaining the legacy wealth that comes with home ownership (and quality public schools).

And isn’t access to home ownership preferable over outright payouts of the compounded interest on 40 acres and a mule? Also, home ownership contributes to a stable community of people invested in quality of life, and who are more engaged voters.

But though Hochul’s proposal would allow for homeowners to turn attics, basements, garages and separate cottages into housing, it is hardly a laissez-faire, anything goes enterprise in which municipalities have no authority. Her legislation would allow municipalities to set minimum and maximum size requirements that both meet safety standards but will not prevent reasonable new construction” that does not jeopardize public health or safety, Blank Slate reported. The state could – and should — also set minimum criteria.

What Hochul is proposing would allow apartments within single-family homes, as well as construction of cottages and trendy tiny houses as small as 200 square feet in a backyard — too tiny for a family but affordable to young adults, when too many are squeezed out of home ownership, especially as housing values have skyrocketed along with rents. But so have property taxes and maintenance costs, forcing empty nesters out of their community.

(See details of “Accessory Dwelling Unit Act of 2022” in Newsday’s “Hochul plan to boost ‘accessory’ housing sparks debate on LI”, https://www.newsday. com/news/region-state/hochulhousing-accessory-dwelling-unitzoning-1.50503340) Politicians have talked for decades about affordable housing, but fail to do anything about it as the situation has worsened. Building projects require years of planning and construction. Accessory Housing would be a fast way with minimal capital investment to take the edge off a housing and employment crisis – like health care workers and teachers who can’t afford to live here – and alleviate pressure on seniors who are house rich but cash poor.

They are great at attacking a proposal, but contribute very little to a workable proposal of their own to solve this important problem. And while it is questionable how many homeowners would take advantage of Accessory Housing – whether it would in fact produce overcrowding – suburbia is already different than in the 1950s.

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President Biden’s fuzzy math on the deficit

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he speech writer who prepared President Biden’s State of the Union address must have flunked math at school. Biden’s claim that “he was the only President to ever reduce the deficit by a trillion or more in a single year” had no merit.

In March 2021, there was the $2 trillion COVID Relief bill, December 2021 another $900 billion and $2 trillion more in March

2021. Most of these funds were borrowed and added to our longterm debt. Biden’s proposed Build Back Better bill would cost another $2 trillion.

On a bipartisan basis, both Democrats and Republicans are to blame for our national debt growing from $4 trillion in 1992 to over $30 trillion in 2022. It is time to install a national debt clock with daily updates in both Congress

and the White House. They can see daily how much they are adding to long-term debt every time they pass spending bills dependent upon borrowing to pay the tab.

Our national debt has reached $30.316 trillion and is on a path to grow by $1 trillion or more for years to come. Today’s tab averages $91.100 per citizen or $241.611 per taxpayer. (Source: March 14,

2022 National Debt Clock) Who is going to bail out Uncle Sam to pay for this? Government, the private sector and citizens must make difficult financial decisions on how to use existing resources. Americans prioritize their own family budgets. They make the difficult choices in how existing household financial resources will be spent.

The world’s favored currency

is our dollar. This could end if Washington will not control annual increases in spending and debt.

If things continue the way they are, don’t be surprised if China surpasses us and the yen becomes the world’s favored currency. Our reign as the No. 1 superpower will come to an end like all empires.

Larry Penner Great Neck

NHP village reflects renewed hope, unity

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esponsive village government requires a copartnership between its mayor and Board of Trustees and every village homeowner, business owner and taxpayer.

From the first days of their new village administration, New Hyde Park Village’s Mayor Chris Devane, Deputy Mayor Madhvi Nijjar and the NHP Village Board have worked hard to strengthen the bonds of community spirit.

Events such as the Village’s Earth Day celebration, concerts in the park, NHP’s Halloween Parade, Diwali Celebration, Christmas Tree Lighting etc. (also under the new leadership of NHP’s Cultural Commission Chairperson Christie Cosuanco Su) have all helped to build a bigger and more inclusive tent in our village.

With every new bond of trust established with our neighbors, the board has successfully reflected a vibrant new image of New Hyde Park Village to the

world.

The beauty and strength of the faces and hearts with whom we share our community continue to be the source of our renewed strength, spirit and unity, too.

Over the last several months, we’ve been reminded that although New Hyde Park is a beautiful tapestry of diverse peoples from all different walks of life and cultures, we share one unshakable bond – a love for our community and a collective faith in our new leadership. That faith has enabled us to draw new light and hope for our little hometown.

There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about the most. Although we may have varied visions for our future, we share a common love for our neighbors and our neighborhood. And in that space, our mayor and the board have encouraged problem-solving to flourish.

Plans that improve our parks, village hall, community center and infrastructure are well underway. Moving forward, our active engagement and respectful participation will continue to be our best assets – both in good times and times of challenge, too.

In its latest unity-building event, the Village of New Hyde Park and its Cultural Commission partnered with the New Hyde Park Fire Department to host New Hyde Park’s first St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 12, to honor our everyday heroes – our first responders. Despite the harsh weather, it was enthusiastically

attended.

Over 16 fire departments, the Nassau County Police Department, New York State representatives and law enforcement officials, local organizations and youth proudly marched along with the grand marshal, Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, to pay tribute to our Bravest and Finest.

Every day we see news stories reporting such difficult challenges in our nation. We see video recordings from firsthand witnesses, we see news reporters on the scene, but who we don’t often see are the first responders who have put their lives on the line to protect our community and the lives of its citizens.

Dispatchers, police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians and paramedics ensure our safety, rescue us from dangerous situations, provide supportive and medical attention and maintain peace as we carry on our lives seemingly

oblivious to the challenges that surround us daily.

Whether it is fighting fires, responding to crime and disorder, providing health services and support to those most in need of critical care at times of crisis, our first responders do what needs to be done in service to others, often placing themselves at risk in the process. It was evident from the faces of those who watched New Hyde Park’s inaugural St. Patrick’s Day Parade that all attendees are humbled and grateful for their commitment and dedication.

On behalf of my family, friends, and fellow neighbors throughout our beloved village, BIG THANKS to NHP Mayor Chris Devane, Deputy Mayor Madhvi Nijjar, the Village Board and the NHP Fire Department for their leadership and partnership in making New Hyde Park Village the best it can be.

Diane Bentivegna New Hyde Park

Trumputin: the butcher of Ukraine

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ladimir Putin was a psyops specialist in the Soviet KGB, he was never a military officer or field marshal.

From the moment he assumed power in 1999, his mission was clear. He has said so, the restoration of what was the Soviet empire. His M.O. has been clear: Discredit Western liberal democracy and sow dissension

via the propagation and spreading of volatile disinformation, all in order to “soften” his envisioned battleground.

With the surprisingly successful influence campaign waged on behalf of and with the cooperation of the Trump campaign in 2015-16, Putin saw his way cleared considerably. Russian disinformation “astroturf” campaigns in Europe, the U.K. and

here successfully fomented and heated up dissension wherever he operated.

Brexit was a notable success.

Do we remember Maria Butina, the “Russian Bombshell” (since deported) influence peddler who allegedly brought a donation to the NRA from Putin, ostensibly to “set up gun safety programs in Russia.”

Coincidently at the same time

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the NRA dramatically increased its political giving (purchase?) of the RNC, the Trump campaign and any number of one-time Republican senators and Congress members. I say “one-time” because they are all Trumplicans now, the “R’ being simply a vestigial reference and homage to their current racist intent. Has there since been anything more divisive in our body politic than gun rights?

After receiving his orders directly in Helsinki, the wholly owned useful idiot proceeded to do his best to dismantle or disable NATO (soften the battleground) culminating with his actions towards Ukraine and President Zelenskyy (directly soften the

battleground). The defeat of this disgraced, twice-impeached useful idiot, despite his attempts to recreate the previous success, caused Putin to accelerate his plan for Ukraine.

Now Putin has “Let Slip the Dogs of War” which know no bounds. He has demonstrated in Ukraine that he is clearly a war criminal whose vile butchery the world is duly noting. The Trumplican right and its propaganda outlet, Fox News, continue to spew Russian disinformation and propaganda.

Blood is on their hands. Blood is on the hands of Trumputin.

Eric Cashdan Sands Point

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recently experienced something quite unique, amazing and extremely lucrative. We had two open houses on back-to-back Sundays, one on Feb. 20 and another on Feb. 27. To everyone’s surprise, including both sellers, we had 35 clients and 11 brokers with their clients show up and wait on line as we only allowed two couples or individuals in at a time. We still followed CDC protocol and to be as safe as possible, also asked if they were vaccinated, too.

We received seven genuine and qualified offers at and during our first open house. We sat down with the owners and went over all of them one by one. We not only looked at the prices offered, but the terms and conditions. When it came down to the nitty-gritty, the homeowners decided to accept the one that had the highest price.

But the icing on the cake was a very cursory inspection of less than 45 minutes and again no deduction on the price as the home was in triple mint condition and we had enough back-up offers that the seller wasn’t going to reduce the agreed price by a single penny.

It was also non-contingent on the appraisal even if it came up short on the agreed and accepted contract price as the purchasers would make up the shortfall out of their pocket.

This was put in the contract of sale to bind the buyers to that agreement. I surmised that they not only wanted the home, but they needed it so much that they stepped up to the plate and did whatever it would take to secure the premises to be the No. 1 offer. Most important it was selling for way above the listed price.

Emotion obviously became the dominant factor and not the asking price.

During our second open house the following Sunday. we had 25 clients show up and four brokers with their clients, again waiting on line to get in. We followed the same process and protocol, while all the necessary and proper paperwork were filled out as required for housing discrimination and agency disclosures. Covid forms are now optional as per each office and/or sellers request.

During that open house we had five offers and four more that night. We spoke to these sellers on the phone and went over all the details, price, terms and conditions and after going back and forth settled on a final offer that was very close to the asking price.

Terms this time were no inspection and again non-contingent on the appraisal. Both homes were considerably above the $1 million listing. Once again the psychol-

PHILIP A. RAICES Real Estate Watch

ogy and emotion that the buyers displayed during the negotiations were a blueprint and duplication of what we experienced with the previous week’s clients and were tantamount to their purchasing the home.

There are needs and wants and when the needs are greater than the wants (champagne tastes and beer pockets), those purchasers will do whatever it takes to secure a home or even an investment property, as long as it makes some sense in the brain and the cents in their pocketbook. The ultimate question is how one goes about dealing with clients whether they are yours as a broker or salesperson or an outside broker’s or agent’s clients at your open house.

It’s a must to separate the “wheat (the real buyers) from the chaff (tire kickers and lookie loos).”

So much time is wasted in coming to a satisfactory conclusion of getting the highest price in the quickest time with the most advantageous terms and conditions.

In my mind, dealing with a seller and purchaser requires quite a lot of skill and expertise over years of learning and gaining the necessary knowledge to create a win/ win environment so we create a happy seller and buyer. I always say that a seller will only come down so much and a buyer will only come up so much, although there are some exceptions to that rule, too. We as professionals cannot strangle either one to force and push people to do what we may sometimes want them to do.

It is all about consulting and guiding both parties through the arduous and many times complicated process to create a successful and happy closing for all parties.

Recognizing and knowing the emotional attachment that comes with purchasing not only real estate but any commodity with those who are truly qualified is an art.

A certain methodology over time must be learned and constantly practiced, like learning how to ride a bicycle. I have been involved and have heard of transactions that ei-

ther fell apart due to lack of communication, disclosure or out-andout lies or a combination of both.

This obviously isn’t what the public wants or needs. What they require and demand is some caring, being candid and upfront, a clear line of communication, accurate information, and the exchange of thoughts and ideas to formulate a plan that satisfies and solves problems if and when they arise. In this fashion the broker and/or agent is able to walk away knowing that future referrals will come about and be an extremely and very important factor in growing their business.

Philip A. Raices is the owner/ Broker of Turn Key Real Estate at 3 Grace Ave Suite 180 in Great Neck.

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Recent Real Estate Sales in the

Willistons

156 Cushing Avenue, Williston Park

123 Schley Avenue, Albertson

5 bd, 2 ba, Sold On: 2/11/22, Sold Price: $930,000 Type: Single Family, Schools: Herricks

5 bd, 2 ba, Sold On: 1/28/22, Sold Price: $960,000 Type: Single Family, Schools: Herricks

8 Lee Avenue, Albertson

26 Fordham Street, Williston Park

4 bd, 2 ba, 1,418 sqft, Sold On: 1/18/22, Sold Price: $739,500 Type: Single Family, Schools: Herricks

3 bd, 1 ba, 1,450 sqft, Sold On: 1/26/22, Sold Price: $600,000 Type: Single Family, Schools: Mineola

Editor’s note: Homes shown here were recently sold in New Hyde Park, the Willistons, Mineola and surrounding areas by a variety of real estate agencies.

This information about the home and the photos were obtained through the Zillow.com. The homes are presented solely based on the fact that they were recently sold in New Hyde Park, the Willistons, Mineola and are believed by Blank Slate Media to be of interest to our readers.

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Public usually gets 24 hours to see agendas Continued from Page 2 ones are accessible via the calendar. For the Board of Trustees meeting held every other Monday, agendas are posted before the weekend.

The Village of Floral Park has draft agendas available under a tab on the village website, archived as far back as 2017. Agendas are either posted the day of Tuesday Board of Trustees meetings or the day before. The Village of Mineola has agendas archived from 2019, and they are accessible via the village’s calendar and a tab. For Board of Trustees meetings held Wednesday, agendas are posted on either the Tuesday or Monday of that week.

The Village of New Hyde Park’s agendas are accessible from a tab on the village’s website and are posted one day before Board of Trustees meetings, which are held on the third Thursday of each month. The Village of North Hills has agendas for the year accessible under a tab and, according to the village administrator, they are posted whenever available but no later than the Friday before Wednesday’s Board of Trustees meetings.

The Village of Old Westbury has current and archived agendas available under a tab and they are posted by Friday.

Meetings are held by the Board of Trustees on the third Monday of every month.

The Village of Roslyn Estates has current and archived agendas accessible under a tab on the village website. Agendas are

posted “sometime before” the Board of Trustees meeting, according to village officials.

In the Village of Bellerose, agendas are accessible on the village’s website and are posted before the weekend for Board of Trustees meetings, which are held on Mondays. In the Village of Roslyn, agendas are posted on the village calendar and are updated before the weekend. Board of Trustees meetings are held on Tuesdays.

The Village of Westbury does not have Board of Trustees agendas available online but does have agendas for the zoning board available online. In Williston Park, agendas are accessible via the village calendar and are made available at least 24 hours before Board of Trustees meetings on Mondays.

In Roslyn Harbor, agendas are not available online but public notices are posted to the website ahead of Board of Trustees meetings.

Kristin O’Neill, assistant for the state’s Committee on Open Government, said a municipality is only required by law to send out a notice of a regularly scheduled meeting at least 72 hours before the meeting. Those notices, she said, are required to be sent to what the government agency lists as its designated newspaper.

“There’s no legal obligation to prepare an agenda or to follow an agenda if one is prepared,” O’Neill said in a phone interview. “However, the open meetings

Paul Pereira elected as Mineola mayor

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Deputy Mayor Paul Pereira was elected mayor of Mineola in Tuesday’s village elections.

Continued from Page 1 In Williston Park, Mayor Paul Ehrbar was re-elected alongside Trustees Kevin Rynne and Bill O’Brien, and Village Justice Kevin Kiley.

Ehrbar received 222 votes, Rynne and Kiley each received 228 votes and O’Brien received 225 votes.

All four officials ran uncontested on the Integrity Party slate.

Ehrbar, first elected in 2010, begins another fouryear term after winning a 2018 re-election bid against former Williston Park Fire Chief Anthony Gagliardi.

Rynne, who is deputy mayor, and O’Brien were re-elected to their fourth and second terms, respectively.

Ehrbar is the second in his family to serve as mayor.

His wife, Doreen, served as Williston Park mayor from 2000 to 2006.

Kiley has been in his current role with the village since 2007.

law does require that any records scheduled to be discussed be made available to the public via the agency’s website at least 24 hours prior to a meeting.”

The word “records” indicates any resolution, local laws, policies or things of that nature. One individual with experience covering municipalities said “agendas should be posted online as early as possible to encourage residents to take part and have a say in what is happening in their own backyards.”

In the Town of North Hempstead, agendas for the Town Board are published roughly 24 to 48 hours before the monthly meetings. But disputes on the board about various items have spilled over into public sessions, resulting in some meetings lasting more than three hours.

Of certain agenda items in January regarding the employment status of a town superintendent, Supervisor Jennifer DeSena said she would have preferred to discuss the matter in a closed session but said the board does not meet before its public meetings.

Charles McQuair, special counsel to the supervisor, said party caucuses are unproductive and the board should meet in executive session beforehand.

In the Village of Thomaston, the issue of transparency was raised after trustees, during a July 12 meeting, unanimously approved a new local zoning law “for property located in certain adjoining zon-

ing districts,” according to village minutes.

The local law permitted an application for a five-story apartment complex on the site of the Tower Ford building at 124 S. Middle Neck Road. Strong opposition was expressed at later meetings by groups of residents calling for Mayor Steven Weinberg to resign and claiming he conducted “shady dealings” with the developer of the proposed project and that residents were not effectively notified of the new local law in the July meeting.

Weinberg, in an email to Blank Slate Media, said, “The Village gave all required legal notices, and complied with all applicable procedural requirements.”

“We are concerned with how the village government communicated the project with residents and how the law was passed,” one resident said. “I understand the village complied with all the laws. But this is an important project for every local resident.”

After the July meeting, a lawsuit against Weinberg and the village was filed, the plans for the apartment were scrapped, the change in the zoning code was repealed and the village hired consultants to determine the historical value of the property. The consultants found the property to be within the village’s definition of a landmark and the property was ultimately given landmark status by village officials.

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A 17-year-old Wheatley student died after crashing his car into a NICE bus on Glen Cove Road in Old Westbury last week.

Continued from Page 1 Suleman suffered severe body and head trauma and was pronounced dead at the scene by a Nassau County police medic.

The driver of the bus, a 63-year-old man whose name was not disclosed in a police news release, suffered minor injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital, according to the news release.

The driver of the bus remained in stable condition following the incident, officials said. NICE spokesman Mark Smith told Newsday the orga-

nization is “cooperating closely with the local authorities in their ongoing investigation.”

Efforts to reach law enforcement officials for further comment were unavailing.

“This is an enormous loss to our community,” East Williston School Superintendent Elaine Kanas said in a letter to the community. “Please know that our counselors, psychologists, and social workers in each building are ready and available to support the students through this difficult time.”

Herricks budget 2nd round same as first Continued from Page 4 According to the proposed budget, the majority of the 2022-23 school year’s funding will be used for the students’ dayto-day experiences, with 73 percent of the budget allotted for programming. Capital spending accounts for 13 percent of the budget, and administration makes up 11 percent of the budget.

The proposed budget would preserve and support all of Herricks’ academic programs, as well as provide funding for

extracurricular programs, music, arts and athletics.

Some highlights include funding for social-emotional learning programs, instructional technology improvement and updated facilities.

The district plans to fund a partnership with Northwell Health for crisis intervention and fund additional social worker staffing at the middle school.

Regarding facilities, the proposal includes bathroom renovations at the Sear-

ingtown and Center Street schools, art room renovations at Searingtown and the high school, and technology classroom upgrades at the middle school.

The district also plans to complete an initiative to provide each student with a Chromebook, which has been at the center of its technology goals.

Also included in Thursday’s session were “points of pride” in the district, which includes the fact that Herricks had a 99 percent graduation rate last year, nine

finalists in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship competition and was ranked by U.S. News and World Report in the top 2% of high schools in the U.S., among other things.

The budget proposal remains a first draft and Celano keeps encouraging community members to ask questions and offer suggestions. The school budget vote will take place at the Community Center gymnasium on May 17 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

State eyes $50M more for Hurricane Ida repairs Continued from Page 12 As a result, the village’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved a feasibility study aimed at finding solutions to drainage issues that became prominent during the hurricane.

H2M Architects in Melville was retained by the village during a Jan. 18 board meeting. The $35,000 study will look at the flooding from the remnants of the hurricane last summer and how it impacted residential roads.

In its initial proposal to the village in November, H2M outlined potential solutions to prevent flooding on Chadwick,

Plymouth and Warwick roads that included installing a stormwater pump station, rerouting portions of the drainage system, increasing pipe capacity or incorporating detention storage.

H2M said it conducted a study of the village’s drainage system in 2001, but that was focused on the infrastructure which discharges into a ditch between Piccadilly Road and Wooleys Lane, according to the proposal.

Residential homes were not the only ones impacted by Hurricane Ida, as Temple Tikvah in New Hyde Park had nearly $1 million in estimated damages from the

storm. According to temple leaders, the furniture was damaged and schoolbooks were floating in the water, but the Torahs were in good condition. Flooding was caused by rising levels in nearby Herricks Pond that overflowed downhill onto Herricks Road.

The water damage was mostly in the lower part of the building and courtyard, the location of the religious school. Carpeting throughout the building, such as the common area and ballroom, and the wood paneling for most of the school have been removed as recovery efforts go on.

The temple received $335,000 in re-

lief payments from the Federal Emergency Management Agency in January, according to a press release from the agency.

FEMA officials said the temple, which serves parts of western Nassau County and eastern Queens, represents a “tight-knight community.”

“Funding plays a critical role for private nonprofits and houses of worship,” FEMA federal coordinating officer Lai Sun Yee said. “The need for additional funding to support cleanup and repairs after a disaster can be overwhelming for these groups in particular, as insurance may not cover some of these costs.”

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L.I. Ukraine community unites Continued from Page 6 ing on Long Island attended St. Josaphat’s Basilian Monastery in Glen Cove last Tuesday.

Dan Alter, a candidate for the Nassau County Legislature, gave an opening speech in support of Ukraine.

“This was very meaningful and impactful event and a vigil of the community, leaders, elected officials and clergy from the Town of Oyster Bay in Nassau County. The event showed that we stand united with Ukraine and its people,” Alter said.

He emphasized the importance of the community’s mission to provide aid to Ukraine in any possible way.

“This is the least we can do as free and sovereign nation,” he said.

The Basilian Order of St. Josaphat is joined by Metropolitan Archeparchy of Philadelphia in working with the United Ukrainian American Relief Committee Inc., which was established in 1944 to assist Ukrainians in refugee camps after World War II. The organization is working closely with the

Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, United World Colleges, the U.S. Agency for International Development and the Ukrainian Embassy to coordinate aid.

“What we do here is we direct where to find the help,” Deacon Andrew Kornelyuk of St. Josaphat’s Monastery said Tuesday after the candlelight vigil.

“We are monastery, and we are deeply concerned for Ukraine as well as the whole world. So we’ve been praying and communicating with different organizations and people in support of Ukraine,” he said.

St. Josaphat’s Monastery stands for the cessation of Putin’s aggression. Kornelyuk said he believes that the Ukrainian community on Long Island has solidarity with the Russian people, who do not support Putin’s war.

“This is the oppression of the Russian government but not its people. Over the last few years, Russia has been repeatedly noted for its censored media and pro-Kremlin propaganda. But, unfortunately, the Russians who have no access to real

and true factual information are being fed political lies,” he said.

“The problem today is the Russian government, particularly Putin’s administration. They believe Ukraine has always been a part of Russia and that Russia should either own or control Ukraine as a sphere of its influence, politically speaking. With all due respect to its size and resources, Russia envies Ukraine’s fertile lands,” the deacon said.

As Russian forces advanced against Ukraine’s southern ports, poised to cut away Ukraine’s access to the Black Sea, Russia also targeted key cities. The number of refugees fleeing Ukraine reached two million, the head of the UN refugee agency, Fillippo Grandi, said on Tuesday.

Russian military forces have repeatedly used shelling, missiles and airstrikes in densely populated residential areas, forcing Ukrainian residents to abandon their homes.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has created one of the worst humanitarian crises since the end of World War II.

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Continued from Page 8 Included in the memo was an analysis of over 80 public officials convicted of public corruption, used to justify the recommended sentence of 210 months for Mangano.

Mangano’s defense attorney Kevin Keating said in previous documents “as a matter of law, and fact, Edward Mangano is innocent” while adding he should receive a lesser sentence since Mangano has lost virtually every-

thing “all because 12 years ago a phony friend asked him to show up at meeting.”

Prosecutors said that “the jury already considered and rejected these specious arguments” in regard to the defense’s claims.

In December, Richard “Rob” Walker, the chief deputy county executive during Mangano’s administration, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison after attempting to cover up a $5,000 cash payment he took from a

county contractor.

Walker, who pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice in May 2019, was ordered by Azrack to pay $5,000 in forfeiture, a $5,500 fine and to complete 2,000 hours of community service, officials announced.

Prosecutors said Mangano “led a culture of corruption that permeated throughout his administration: it rotted from the top down.”

Efforts to reach Mangano’s lawyers were unavailing.

ALL THINGS POLITICAL

Nassau Dems need to regroup Continued from Page 45 nate a candidate who can win. Not every one of the contenders right now, in my opinion, is able to do so.”

Considering the 2021 Nassau County Democratic election results, this was an odd message. And it’s contrary to the Democratic ideal of an open and fair political process.

Congresswoman Kathleen Rice summed it up best saying, “No wonder Democrats in Nassau county lose with this kind of leadership.”

Jacobs committed another unforced error with his comments on former Town of Hempstead Super-

visor Laura Gillen’s chances to win her bid for Congress. In a March 9 Newsday article, Jacobs said the following, “As she told me, this was a dream of hers since she was a little girl.” Jacobs said of Gillen’s interest in the 4th District race, “I’m not here to help people with their dreams…I’m here to elect Democrats.”

Gillen scored a huge upset in winning the 2017 Town of Hempstead Supervisor’s race and is a front runner for the congressional seat she seeks. Why comment negatively at all on a former elected official in such an insensitive way?

Instead, Jacobs should have made his point by supporting whomever he chooses without fracturing the Dem base and knocking a former popular elected official. This kind of divisiveness may suppress Democratic turnout this November.

The strategy for the Nassau Democrats to win this November should be to fight behind closed doors, publicly come together and support the winner of any primary.

And they need to keep the messaging simple and consistent. If they don’t, the local state and federal Republican candidates will coast to an easy victory.

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Zimmerman, 67, is co-president of ZE Creative Communications on Bond Street

in Great Neck, a public relations firm he began 33 years ago with Ron Edelson.

He is seeking the congressional seat being vacated by Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-Glen Cove), who is running for governor.

Since Zimmerman’s announcement, his campaign said it has raised over $500,000.

If elected, Zimmerman would become the first gay member of Congress from Long Island and Queens.

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Others running for the Democratic nomination in the district include former North Hempstead Supervisor Jon Kaiman, Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan, state Sen. Alessandra Biaggi, Oyster Bay’s Reema Rasool and Melanie D’Arrigo of Port Washington.

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Split town board hires redistricting consultant Continued from Page 4 Wice, in a phone interview, said he follows the law and will work to maintain an open and transparent process that incorporates the opinions of all stakeholders. He also mentioned a new state law which went into effect a few months ago, which requires the town and other localities in New York to follow a set of criteria that will make drawing lines that favor one party over the other more difficult.

The resolution to execute Wice’s work agreement, in an amount not to exceed $19,900, passed with DeSena and Councilman Dennis Walsh, a Republican, voting against it. Councilman David Adhami, also a Republican, was not present at the meeting.

Four Democrats voted in favor.

DeSena claimed that Lurvey handpicked Wice before discussing it with the rest of the board and submitted the resolution to hire Wice just 18 minutes before the deadline to submit resolutions for the meeting.

Brian Devine, director of communications for the supervisor’s office, called Lurvey’s

resolution on Wice a “backroom” and “handpicked” selection.

“The fact of the matter is that the Supervisor was simply presented with Mr. Wice’s name with nothing so much as a resumé along with it, and was asked to vote for the expenditure of funds from our hardworking taxpayers,” Devine said in a statement to Blank Slate Media. “A hiring like this only serves to further the public’s negative perception of redistricting and how the process is dictated by partisan politics.”

Lurvey, in a follow-up phone interview with Blank Slate Media, said she reached out to the board on Feb. 3 to discuss the initial redistricting process, with follow-up requests to discuss the topic sent to the board on Feb. 7 and 9. On Feb. 24, she said, she sent out an email informing the board of a need to “procure the services of consultants who specialize in redistricting matters” before submitting a resolution with Weiss’ proposal and resumé on March 2.

Lurvey said she is “tired of defending against press releases from the supervisor’s

office or on her behalf that are not true.”

“She deliberately avoids communicating on the issues with me so that she can play victim in the press,” Lurvey continued.

At a meeting on Feb. 17, the board voted 4-3 along party lines to establish a sevenmember nonpartisan temporary redistricting commission, with each board member appointing one person. The action represented a change from a decade ago when Jon Kaiman, then the town supervisor, had two additional picks, totaling nine for the commission.

Every 10 years, council districts are eligible to be redrawn in the town following the release of the latest census figures, which came out Aug. 12. According to the data, North Hempstead’s population increased 5 percent.

Redistricting is not mandatory but the commission can determine that it is necessary after an analysis of current district lines and the census data. Any reconfigurations would need to be approved by the Town Board, which Democrats control 4-3, and be

completed within one year after the census data was released.

DeSena sought to strike the resolution establishing the panel, which was submitted

by Lurvey, from the agenda at the beginning of the meeting. But Town Attorney John Chiara said the board in the past allowed agenda items to be removed only with unanimous consent, which was not granted.

DeSena said Kaiman’s proposition a decade ago allowed the supervisor to make appointments and give appropriate guidance to the committee. She said Lurvey’s resolution was similar to Kaiman’s but took away her two extra appointments.

The commission will be made up of Mary Kay Barket, DeSena’s nominee; Dana Boylan as chair, Councilman Robert Troiano Jr.’s nominee; Jill Wasser, Councilman Peter Zuckerman’s nominee; Sumeet Datt, Walsh’s nominee; Patricia Schneider, Lurvey’s nominee; David Yaudoon Chiang, Adhami’s nominee; and Harrison Feuer, Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte’s nominee.

Brandon Duffy contributed reporting.

Manhasset’s winter glory began in summer Continued from Page 12 Those summer practices paid off for Manhasset in the form of its first Long Island Class A championship since 2019, and fifth Nassau county championship overall.

On March 12 the Indians played Suffolk champ Kings Park for the right to advance to the state tournament in Glens Falls, and Manhasset got it done again, beating the Kingsmen, 72-57 to claim the crown.

With the win, Manhasset will now play Saturday at 9 a.m. at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls in the Class A state semifinals.

“It’s exciting, and quite an accomplishment for these kids,” Bruns said. “Manhasset is a lacrosse school, so for our basketball team, it’s pretty special. This team is very capable of winning more games.”

The two big recent victories came in different ways: The Indians (24-1) rallied

from an early 16-point deficit against Garden City in the Nassau title game on March 5 to capture the crown, 55-48.

Not only was it a 16-point hole, but Garden City scored the first 16 points of the game, threatening to run Manhasset out of the gym.

“Yeah it was surprising, but we knew the game wasn’t over and we could come back,” said senior Matthew Perfetto. “You gotta keep working, and we told ourselves it’s only the first quarter.”

One of the biggest reasons Manhasset had the poise to come back, Bruns said, was the leadership of his seven seniors.

Bruns said all were disappointed the way the last two seasons were interrupted by COVID and that they came into this year with a renewed focus.

“Those guys really took ownership of the team and took it upon themselves to

lead,” Bruns said. “From 1 to 18, we’ve got such a great group of kids, people have said they’ve never seen such a great group, everybody supporting each other from the bench and helping each other on the court.”

Then on March 12, again playing at Hofstra, Manhasset was in a tight battle the entire first half, leading only 27-23 at the break, before tearing the game open with a huge third quarter, building an 18-point lead, 54-36.

Michael Notias poured in 22 points, while Connor added 18.

Connor said after the summer workouts went so well, he had a feeling the Indians would be special once they played in a fall league in Hicksville. Competing against the likes of Schreiber, Plainview and Oyster Bay, Manhasset went undefeated and saw the potential.

“It was just a big confidence builder knowing we had the talent and the ability to win,” Connor said.

In addition to Perfetto and Connor, the team is led by brothers Michael and James Notias, and Liam Buckley.

Connor also said the team has taken inspiration from the tragedy that struck the Manhasset community last summer, with three young people killed in a car accident.

“We all knew the families and my brother goes to school with Michael Farrell, so it’s a personal thing for all of us,” Connor said. “We know Mr. and Mrs. Farrell come to the games, and there’s always a bigger meaning behind everything we do.”

And now, with two more games to go, who knows, maybe Manhasset can win a state championship.

That would certainly make those brutal August mornings all the more worth it.

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Happening at the Williston Park Library Wearing a mask in the library is now optional. This will remain in effect as long as Nassau County is considered a low transmission area. The Library Board reserves the right to amend the policy in accordance with Governor Hochul and CDC guidelines. The library is distributing Covid-19 self-test kits while supplies last.

New titles added to the collection: Love & Saffron—Kim Fay City of the Dead— Jonathan Kellerman Already Enough: A Path to SelfAcceptance—Lisa Olivera Game of Fear—Charles Todd Abandoned in Death—J D Robb Caramel Pecan Roll Murder— Joanne Fluke

Adult Programs Reiki—Thursdays—March 17 & 31—6 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. $10 p/person.

Knitting Circle—Thursday—March 17 & 31 —11:30 am-1:30 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall.

Better Home Health Care—Wednesday— April 6—6:30-7:30 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. This is an information session for an overall understanding of how home care assistance can be arranged and how it’s funded. Call the library (742-1820) or email w2illistonparkprograms@gmail. com to register.

Stopping Identity Theft—Monday—April 11—10:45-11:45 am in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. Learn the signs and reduce the risk of various identity thefts: SS number, medical, financial, etc. Call the library

(742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.

Book Club—Wednesday—April 13—7 pm via Zoom. Copies of Lions of Fifth Avenue will be available at the Circulation Desk.

Shredding Service—Saturday—June 4—1:30-4:30 pm in the parking lot of Solomon Schecter School.

St. Francis Hospital Health Screenings— Monday—June 20—10 am-2 pm in front of the Library. Open to everyone over 18 years of age. Included: brief cardiac history, blood pressure and simple blood test for cholesterol and diabetes.

Children’s Programs Storytime with Miss Beth—Tuesdays— March 16 (Wednesday), 22, & 29; April 5, 12, 20 & 26—11-11:45 am in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children ages 1-4.

Limited to 15 children plus caregiver. Masks required for everyone over 2 years old.

Please call the library to register. No walkins.

Textured Mosaic Letter—Saturday—April 9—10:15-11:15 am in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children 3 years and up.

Call the Library (742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.

Tie Dye T-shirt workshop—Tuesday— April 19—11:30 am-12:30 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children ages 4+. Limited to 15 participants. $15 material fee (includes t-shirt) Register at willistonparkprograms@gmail.com or call the library at 742-1820. Please specify shirt size. Masks are required.

Come into the Library for a free children’s craft every Monday for Take and Make Mondays.

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