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Coyote management bill passes state Senate
Play ball Jason Ciardiello throws a pitch against Blind Brook on March 28. Ciardiello and the Garnets beat the Trojans 10-0. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
Harrison police seize marijuana, THC cartridges Harrison police over the weekend seized several hundred THC cartridges that were individually wrapped in brightly colored packaging in an apparent attempt to market the product to children and teens. In addition, more than three pounds of marijuana were seized along with scales, bags and other paraphernalia commonly used in the distribution and sale of marijuana and illegal narcotics. The items were discovered by a Harrison police officer following
a March 23 traffic stop on Westchester Avenue. “The THC cartridges we recovered were deliberately designed to look like a candy product in order to appeal to young people,” Chief Joseph Yasinski said. “I commend our officer for his keen observations and diligent investigation that enabled us to take these products and this drug dealer off the streets.” The traffic stop occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m., when
patrol officer Sokol Biberaj stopped a vehicle on the eastbound portion of Westchester Avenue in the vicinity of Kenilworth Road for a vehicle and traffic violation. While speaking with the operator and passengers, he detected an odor of marijuana emanating from the passenger compartment of the vehicle, promoting further investigation. After a search of the vehicle, officers located 3.17 pounds of marijuana packaged in vacuum
sealed bags, 248 individually packaged 1-gram cartridges of 80-80 percent THC (the chemical compound in cannabis responsible for a euphoric high). Kaleigh Beers, 19, of Emmaus, Pennsylvania, was subsequently charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the fifth degree and Criminal Possession of Marijuana in the second degree and remanded to Westchester County Jail without bail. (Submitted)
ON Wednesday, March 27, Bill S.2100, passed the state Senate by a vote of 49-13. The bill, sponsored by state Sen. Shelley Mayer, addresses the increasing presence of coyotes in urban and suburban communities and the need for a multifaceted response by the state Department of Environmental Conservation, DEC. An increasing number of coyotes in the state’s downstate, highly populated cities, towns and villages, has posed new challenges for residents, as well as law enforcement. The bill requires the DEC to proactively prepare a report on coyote management best practices and other effective methods of preparing residents for managing the coyote influx. “My own experience in my district in Yonkers points to the need for a highly sophisticated response to address understandable concerns of suburban homeowners,” Mayer said. “I look forward to working with the DEC to fund effective tools for coyote management statewide.” President of the Hyatt Community Association of Southeast Yonkers, Larry Wilson, said, “Senator Shelley Mayer and her Senate colleagues understand the need for answers and strategies to deal with the proliferation of coyotes in our suburban neighborhoods. We applaud Senator Mayer for sponsoring and supporting this bill.” The bill requires the DEC to include in the report: Management measures currently taken by the Department
to minimize conflict between humans and coyotes; Review of effective management measures being taken in other states; Methods to enhance public engagement in and awareness of coyote management issues; Identification and evaluation of urban and suburban areas of the state with high concentrations of coyote populations; Methods currently implemented to minimize dangerous interactions between humans and coyotes and recommendations for improvements to such methods, if applicable; The basis for the department’s current coyote population management levels; And an evaluation of coyote control methods that may be employed to reduce coyote populations, which may include, but need not be limited to capture and euthanization, capture and removal, and fertility control. The bill is sponsored in the state Assembly by Assemblyman Anthony D’Urso and is under consideration by the Assembly Environmental Conservation Committee. (Submitted)
A bill that recently passed through the state Senate addresses the increasing presence of coyotes in urban and suburban communities and the need for a multifaceted response by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
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One River School creates art for autsim ‘The Puzzle Project’ represents the artwork of artists grades 3 to 5 from the One River School of Art + Design in Larchmont and Hartsdale. The artworks are inspired by the Autism Speaks ‘Light It Up
Blue’ Initiative. One River School will raise money for Autism Speaks by accepting donations during the event. Join us for the opening reception of The Puzzle Project exhibition at the Westchester Mall on
Saturday, April 6, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The exhibition will be displayed on the Savor Level, on the 4th floor up the escalators near Anthropologie, and will remain on display through May. (Submitted)
One River School Students Drive Awareness for Autism Through Inspiring Artwork Opening Reception Saturday, April 6, 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. The Westchester Mall (Savor Level)
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The Osborn to host annual Easter Egg Hunt As winter turns to spring, preparations for The Osborn’s annual Easter Egg Hunt begin. The annual event is held in mem-
ory of longtime board member and former chairman, Jack Miller. On Saturday, April 20, at
11:15 a.m., The Osborn, located at 101 Theall Road, will welcome the entire community for a morning full of springtime and
Easter fun. Annually, for nearly two decades, the event has been drawing hundreds of participants from throughout Westchester County, as well as southern Fairfield County, Connecticut. During the festivities, approx-
imately 6,000 Easter eggs will be hidden for children to find, gather and enjoy. The event is split into two groups—one for children under 3 years of age and the other for children over 3. This allows the little ones to get a head
The Osborn’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will welcome the entire community for a morning full of springtime and Easter fun. The event has been drawing hundreds of participants from throughout Westchester County, as well as southern Fairfield County, for nearly two decades.
start on the hunt. The event provides the opportunity for seniors and children to interact in a way many may not have the opportunity to do otherwise. Residents of The Osborn flank the sidelines of the great lawn and South Porch to have a birdseye view of the annual event. “The event is such a wonderful gathering of people of all ages to share some holiday fun,” says Matt Anderson, president and CEO of The Osborn. “It also allows visitors to enjoy The Osborn’s wonderful 56-acre campus during the most beautiful time of the year.” The egg hunt is free and open to the public and pre-registration is not required. The hunt begins promptly at 11:15 a.m. with gates opening at 10:45 a.m. Participants are asked to bring their own baskets to gather eggs. The Easter Bunny will make an appearance and be available for photos. The event features a live DJ, dancing and games. Lunches, which include a hot dog, drink, chips and cookie for only $5, will be available. For information about the Easter Egg Hunt, please call 925-8218 or visit TheOsborn.org (Submitted)
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County outlines plan to fix
Some recently approved projects
problematic roadways Flanked by a local business owner who is often tasked with fixing flat tires caused by pesky potholes along Long Ridge Road in Bedford, Westchester County Executive George Latimer highlighted some recently approved projects that will help ease the commute of some Westchester residents while also touting the county’s new streamlined capital project process. “My Administration is focused on finding ways to both reduce the county’s existing backlog of capital projects as well as creating a process to eliminate future back-
logs,” Latimer said. “To county residents, this will mean faster repairs to the roads we all travel every day in addition to real savings of tax dollars. As we all know, routine maintenance costs less in the long run over drastic repairs when disaster strikes.” This new process improves the county’s capital project system in three ways: • First, it allows for design and construction costs to be bonded together which will streamline the timeframe and counter any potential backlog from these two phases having separate bond acts;
• Second, this enhanced timeframe means that the project will be out to bid faster which will allow the projects to be ready for this year’s construction season— which is vastly different from the previous process used by the county; and • Lastly, bidding on design and construction together makes the cost estimate much more realistic, eliminating the need to go back and add additional funds to any miscalculated projects or projects which—due to delay—have gone up in cost. At the press conference, Latim-
er was joined by Hugh Greechan, commissioner of the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Westchester County Legislator MaryJane Shimsky, Construction Industry Council and Building Contractors Association President Ross Pepe and Pound Ridge Town Supervisor Kevin Hanson. Greechan said: “One of the most important jobs our department is tasked with is making sure that the roads that the county maintains are kept in the best condition possible for hardworking Westchester taxpayers,” Greechan said. (Submitted)
$7M for overhead sign structure replacements $700K for repairs to Old Saw Mill River Road in Mount Pleasant $375K for repairs to Seven Bridges Road in New Castle $1.8M for repairs to Westchester Avenue in White Plains $275K for repairs to Union Avenue in Harrison $1.25M for repairs to Long Ridge Road in Pound Ridge $625K for repairs to Orchard Street in White Plains
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Planting a pollinator paradise
Rotary Club to honor Garr, Yedowitz The Rotary Club of Rye has announced the Rye Rotary Foundation Annual Dinner, Honor and Celebrate, will take place on Thursday, May 9, at 6 p.m. at Whitby Castle. The evening will honor and celebrate the accomplishments of two exceptional Rye City School District educators and coaches. Each has mentored generations of Rye students and earned the well-deserved respect and affection of the Rye community. Longtime Rye resident Dino Garr, Rye High School Class of ‘66, began his career as a Social Studies teacher in the Rye schools and has gone on to a cele-
brated career as the head football coach of the Garnets. This past fall, Garr won his 300th football game becoming only the second coach to reach this feat in Section One history. Garr is currently sixth alltime in New York State history for wins. His love of Rye is only matched by his love and dedication to Garnet football. Jim Yedowitz, came to the Rye City School District in 1975. He taught Physical Education and Health at both the middle school and high school. Yedowitz’s true passion without question was on the track, where he coached and inspired thousands of student-athletes during his tenure as the head boys track and field coach. Yedowitz lost his battle with cancer on Jan. 2, 2019. His remarkable legacy lives on through
all of the students-athletes and coaches who had the pleasure of being around “Yed.” Schools Supt. Dr. Eric Byrne is Master of Ceremonies of the event. Event proceeds will benefit The Rye Rotary Foundation’s scholarship and community grant programs, which is establishing two new scholarships in recognition of Coach Garr and Coach Yedowitz. Since its founding in 1981, The Rye Rotary Foundation has donated more than $400,000 to deserving Rye High School graduates. Event tickets are $100 per person. Rye High School class tables, sponsorship and journal ad opportunities are also available. For more information, email May9Event@ryerotary.org, and go to ryerotary.org. (Submitted)
Latimer announces county’s incubator program
As part of its ongoing Rye Healthy Yard Program, Rye Sustainability Committee and Rye Nature Center invite you to hear about threats to our local pollinators and the specific plants to grow in Rye to attract native birds, bees and butterflies.
As part of its ongoing Rye Healthy Yard Program, Rye Sustainability Committee and Rye Nature Center invite you to join us for this free event to learn how to transform your garden into a pollinator paradise. Hear about threats to our local pollinators and the specific plants to grow in Rye to attract native birds, bees and butterflies. A.J. Johnson, director of strategic initiatives for Rye Nature Center will discuss landscaping techniques that protect and sus-
tain pollinator health, ways to safely manage ticks and mosquitoes, and how to make your outdoor space an oasis for a diversity of beneficial pollinator species. Sample native plants from the Rye Nature Center Greenhouse will be displayed, coffee and light refreshments will be served, and attendees will each receive a packet of native wildflower seeds for planting. Thanks to Rye’s Conservation Commission Advisory Council for their assistance. (Submitted)
Planting a pollinator paradise Date:
Friday, April 12 Location:
Rye Nature Center, 873 Boston Post Road Time:
9:30 a.m. to11 a.m.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced the launch of the Westchester incubator program called Element 46. Designed to inspire and support entrepreneurial talent and the development of new businesses in Westchester, Element 46 will help turn promising ideas into thriving businesses, and promote entrepreneurship and economic development by providing founders with access to programing and resources. Latimer said: “Westchester has all of the most important ingredients for start-up success— location, infrastructure, transportation, business expertise, investor interest, talent and more,” Latimer said. “By bringing together the very best entrepreneurial ideas and supporting them with the immense talent and resources of this county, I’m confident that we’ll be able to cultivate high-
growth companies that will drive economic development for Westchester and also serve as a great reminder of the benefits of working, living and playing right in our county.” A cohort of 15 selected entrepreneurs will be housed in a number of co-working locations in the county and paired with some of the best minds across business, innovation and the investment community. The first cohort of Element 46 will be selected in April and begin in July 2019. Westchester County Director of Economic Development Bridget Gibbons said: “We are laser focused on attracting startups to Westchester and creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem,” said Bridget Gibbons, county director of Economic Development. “Through Element 46 we plan to provide early-stage entrepreneurs with the support they need to professionalize and scale their
businesses, and to keep them here in Westchester.” Incubators are organizations geared toward speeding up the growth and success of startup and early stage companies. They provide access to services such as accountants and lawyers—in addition to invaluable coaching and networking connections through the mentors and other entrepreneurs at the incubator. They are also often a good path to capital from accelerators, angel investors and venture capitalists. Element 46 will have a positive impact on economic growth in communities across the county by maximizing the success of emerging, startup companies. Startups, mentors, service providers and co-working spaces interested in learning more about the Element 46 program, should visit the website at Element46.org. The application deadline for startups is April 26. (Submitted)
Participants will have access to: • Strategic resources–Element 46 has partnered with some of the leading experts in the community to advise, train and directly support participants. • World-class mentors and advisors–Element 46 builds a community of support around founders by bringing together a robust network of seasoned entrepreneurs, experienced change-makers and leaders across sectors. • Access to subject matter experts–Element 46 helps participants gain exposure for their ventures to support their long-term sustainability, including: • Access to entrepreneurs, press and supporters, during the course of the cohort session; • Access to potential funders, investors and partners; and • Access to key community figures and innovators at events. • Office space-Full time space at a co-working office strategically located and transit-oriented—free of charge.
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5 ways summer camp makes a difference In popular culture, summer camp is often portrayed as a place where pranks are played, romances unfold and underdogs triumph. Classic summer camp movies such as the 1979 film “Meatballs” or, more recently, the 2012 movie “Moonrise Kingdom,” are just a couple of examples. Movies aside, summer camp can be a meaningful experience that helps kids learn important life lessons and have fun along the way. There are countless reasons why American parents spend a collective $3.5 billion on summer camp each year. Not all summer camp experiences will be great. There may even be some experiences that parents and participants would rather forget. However, as researchers who focus on youth development and outdoor activities—and who are doing a study financed by the American Camp Association, ACA, that looks at the impact of camp—we believe that, on balance, summer camp makes a positive difference in children’s lives. 1. Kids gain independence Traditional overnight camps create a “third space” for kids to
learn valuable life skills in different ways than they do at home or school. Going to camp offers kids needed time away from family and regular friend groups. These experiences give them the space to gain independence. Qualities to seek in a summer camp include high expectations and opportunities for campers to be responsible and accountable for individual and group tasks. These opportunities can be as simple as pitching in on kitchen duties or as involved as leading the planning of the campwide talent show. A quality camp experience is one in which kids gain the confidence that they can take care of themselves and also contribute to something bigger. 2. Kids develop essential relationship skills A great camp experience involves making new friends, offering kids opportunities to practice the skills needed to build and maintain relationships. For most campers, this social function of camp is central to their experiences, unlike school where academic outcomes drive most of their daily activities. Adults who went to
camp often report that camp was critical to developing their ability to be open with others and create friendships over a short period. The social environment at an overnight camp can be intense, as kids can’t escape the daily drama by going home at night. This means that camp counselors encourage kids to deal with conflict rather than avoid it. 3. Kids learn to appreciate differences As adults, building and maintaining relationships requires the ability to understand and appreciate differences among people. Great camps provide a space where kids can interact with people from different backgrounds and worldviews. At some camps, this might be interacting with kids of different cultural, religious or racial backgrounds. At others, it might mean making friends with campers and counselors from different parts of the world or being with kids from different economic or family conditions. 4. Kids connect with nature Summer camps have connected kids to nature for about as long as kids have been going to camp. Around the turn of the 20th centu-
ry, many camps focused on being a place for kids from the city to experience the wonders of the natural world. Fortunately, great camps continue to connect kids to nature through nature-based programming and simply being outside. Time use trends show us that kids (and adults) are spending more time indoors leading to what Richard Louv has called a “nature deficit disorder.” Great
camps can provide a safe space for kids to be outside and explore the natural world. 5. Kids get to be kids In a highly connected and stressful world, there has been an increased interest in being more authentically engaged with others and our world. If you are a parent looking to help your kid put down their phone, reduce their screen time, worry less
about “likes” on social media and just be a kid, then the old idea of camp seems like a custom-built solution. Great camps allow kids to play in non-virtual worlds and interact with friends face to face rather than through a device. And most importantly, at camp kids get to be kids—and that might be the most compelling reason why camp still matters. (Submitted)
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Tech-free camps change kids’ brains for the better When the Keller kids—Nathaniel, 9, Celeste, 13, and Hayden, 16—go away to summer camp in Maine, their mom, Amanda Aronoff, worries about them. But not enough that she’d want them to break the cellphone ban. Implemented by 90 percent of camps accredited by the American Camp Association, ACA, rules prohibiting tech allow kids to relearn the art of screenless living. Is technology impacting my child’s social and communications skills? “They learn independence and have a chance to negotiate social situations on their own,” Aronoff said. “If they could text me every time they were upset, that would obviously change that scenario.” In fact, without phones, kids’ brains change. In a 2014 study by child development expert Yalda T. Uhls of Common Sense Media, preteens who spent just five days at a sleepaway nature camp without access to screens developed a greater understanding of real-world interpersonal communication cues. The campers were better at reading facial expres-
sions, making eye contact, and interpreting tone of voice and other prompts, such as posture and keeping an appropriate spatial distance with others. But as kids are used to spending more waking hours with a screen than doing any other activity—about two hours and 15 minutes for kids 8 and younger, six hours for tweens, and nine hours for teens—camp without a smartphone remains a challenge. So, as we enter the season of camp registration, we thought we’d ask: How’s everyone been faring? Going tech-free for camp was hard the summer after Isabela Alvarez finally got her own phone— but not as difficult as the following year at Appel Farm Music and Arts Camp in Elmer, New Jersey. She was in middle school, said Alvarez, now 21, a student at the University of Pennsylvania. “Twitter and Instant Messenger were popular, and that disconnect from the outside world was something I had to get used to.” Upon reflection, Alvarez thinks going tech-free forced her to make friends. “I’m a shy per-
son, so even today, I feel I have the protection of my cellphone if I don’t want to participate,” she said. Still, most campers are initially anxious without their devices, said Tom Rosenberg, president and CEO of the ACA, but once they get involved in the activities and camp community, they get through their withdrawal rather quickly. The biggest culprits are the parents, he insisted. “Part of going to camp is learning how to solve problems with your friends and your counselors, but also learning to manage yourself better,” he said. Despite often being forced to sign a pledge, parents and campers find ways to subvert the rules—like the night at the International Sports Training Camp in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, when a camper’s teddy bear began vibrating. “When we catch them with the phone, we confiscate it,” said Mark Major, camp director. The parents must then pay $25 to get the phone back, a fine the camp donates to charity. Several years
ago, that added up to a $400 donation, but last year only $50. “There’s a very interesting paradigm shift that’s happening now,” said Major, whose camp has never allowed technology throughout its 25-year existence. “Ten to 15 years ago, parents used to send their kids with two cellphones, so when we found one they would still have a backup.
Now, the parents are on our side.” In an ironic twist of technology, the fears Serena Gibson of South Philadelphia felt knowing she wouldn’t be allowed to call her daughter when she first went to camp at age 7 were quelled when she saw videos posted by the camp on Facebook that showed Tayana was having fun. Other parents, too, have
learned to go with the flow. “There are definitely times I wish could pick up the phone and say, ‘How are you? I miss you,’” Cristy Michaels of Bella Vista said about when her kids, Georgia, 11, and Marina, 8, go to camp. “But it’s definitely better not to do that. You’re sending your kid to get a sense of self, independence and autonomy.” (Submitted)
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How to choose the right camp School will be out before you know it, and for most families, that means sending kids to camp—and figuring out how to pay for it. What used to be a leisure-time luxury for school-aged kids is now a necessity for many families, especially those with two working parents. And experts say camp’s value extends far beyond childcare. “Camp is a deeply enriching out-of-school-time experience that gives kids the opportunity to practice social and emotional learning skills,” said Tom Rosenberg, president and CEO of the American Camp Association, ACA. “It helps kids develop a strong inner self, practice empathy and communication, collaborate with a group and nurture an appreciation for diverse ideas.” Whereas school is all about learning the Common Core curriculum and striving for good grades, camp allows kids to take risks in a safe environment, Rosenberg said. “Camp is where they learn it’s OK to fail, make mistakes and try again.” Great! But… that doesn’t make the process of choosing one any easier. Here’s what you need to know. How much does day camp cost vs. sleepaway camp? Weekly tuition for day camp ranges from $199 to $800, while sleepaway camp can cost anywhere from $630 to $2,000 a week, according to the ACA. If your main priority is finding quality childcare coverage at an affordable price, consider a day camp offered by the YMCA, Boys & Girls Club or your town’s parks and recreation department. While full-day camp hours vary, a typical schedule might be 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some camps
offer before-care and after-care for an extra charge. They tend to start within a week of schools in your area closing for the summer and end within a week of schools opening up again. Should you enroll your child in a specialty camp? While a specialty camp might be a good fit for a middle school student with an interest in STEM or musical theater, young children should start in a well-rounded day camp, says Jill Tipograph, CEO and founder of Everything Summer, an independent educational consulting firm that guides families to rightfit camps and summer programs. “When you expose children at a young age to different activities, they have fewer phobias and biases,” she said. “If they are in a well-rounded day camp with an encouraging staff, they will try new things.” She suggests sticking with a day camp through age 9 or 10 and then introducing a week or two of specialty camp as the child approaches middle school. Should I send my child to one camp for eight weeks or to multiple camps? Beyond potential cost-saving benefits—some camps offer a discount if you sign up for most or all of the summer—sticking with one camp is the key to building an immersive community that will help a child nurture and develop friendships, Rosenberg says. “The more frequently you go to the same place, the more comfortable you are in terms of breaking out of your mold,” Tipograph adds. That said, if your tween is obsessed with robotics, it’s OK to try a special program. When do
you have to register? Winter is the best time to snag a spot. “Directors are marketing their camps year-round to get parents to enroll,” says Tipograph, adding that some camps with limited space fill up soon after registration opens. Is financial aid an option? More than 93 percent of camps report offering financial assistance, and 67 percent of camps award $10,000 or more in scholarships annually, according to the ACA’s Rosenberg. It’s important to ask, even if it’s not on the camp’s website. “Don’t assume financial aid doesn’t exist,” he says. “Once a director knows you’re interested in their program, they will do their very best to help you find ways to afford it.” While camp directors want to “fill beds” in a financial sense, he adds, they also truly believe in the power of camp and the benefits campers receive from the experience. But start the process as soon as you can, since there are limitations on bandwidth. Is financial aid distributed by the camp itself, or are there national grants? Both. Some camps offer their own financial aid based on a sliding scale, while other funds come from need-based or organizations, such as SCOPE, which subsidizes camp tuition for children from underserved communities, or faith-based organizations such as Foundation for a Jewish Camp, which offers $1,000 off the first year of tuition at a Jewish camp. Or approach your congregation; if you want to send your child to a Christian camp for example, your church might have a scholarship fund specifically for that purpose. Established day camps like the YMCA aim to
provide some sort of financial assistance to all families that meet income requirements. Any other tips for reducing costs? Day camp expenses fall under the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit, which allows families to claim up to 35 percent of qualifying expenses—or up to $3,000 for one dependent and up
to $6,000 for two or more dependents. Day camp tuition can also be paid using a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account. Still feeling the pinch? Ask about a payment plan. Above all, don’t be afraid to get creative, says Tipograph says. Consider working in the camp office to cut costs, for example, or
barter your services for a reduction in fees. This could be an option for teachers who have summers off, or even for a full-time working mom who knows marketing, copywriting or website design. “And nurses are always in high demand,” she adds. “You never know if you have a skill the organization needs.” (Submitted)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEES OF THE MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Mamaroneck Union Free School District, Westchester County, Mamaroneck, New York, will be held in the Tiered Classroom at Mamaroneck High School at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 for the presentation of the budget document. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting and Election of the Mamaroneck Union Free School District, Westchester County, Mamaroneck, New York, will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, for the purpose of voting upon:
Adoption of the budget for the 2019-2020 fiscal year; and 2. Election of two members of the Board of Education for full three-year terms, beginning July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2022, to succeed Rina Beder and Sari Winter.
The vote will be taken between the hours of 7 o’clock a.m. to 9 o’clock p.m. in each of the four election districts at the following places: 1. Central Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Central School, Palmer Avenue, Larchmont New York.
2. Mamaroneck Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Mamaroneck Avenue School, Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, New York.
3. Chatsworth Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Chatsworth Avenue School, Larchmont, New York.
4. Murray Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Murray Avenue School, Murray Avenue, Larchmont, New York.
A qualified voter shall vote at the place herein above designated within the School District and Election District in which such qualified voter resides. Voting machines will be used to record the vote.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that voter registration for the District is ongoing until Thursday, May 16, 2019 from 9:00 o’clock A.M. until 3:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays, at the office of the District Clerk, Mamaroneck Union Free School District, 1000 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York, NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that for the purpose of preparing a register for each election district, the members of the Board of Registration shall meet at Mamaroneck High School, 1000 W. Boston Post Road, on the following day and for the indicated hours: Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Superintendent’s Office from 7:00 -10:00 a.m. Conference Room N101 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Registration shall meet during the Annual Meeting and Election at the election districts (each elementary school) for the purpose of preparing a register for meetings or elections to be held subsequent to such Annual Meeting or Election. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that immediately upon the completion of the register so prepared by members of the Board of Registration, and not later than five days prior to Tuesday, May 21, 2019, the register shall be filed in the District Clerk’s office and thereafter shall be open to inspection by any qualified voter of the school district between the hours of 9 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on each day up to and including Monday, May 20, 2019, except Sundays and also available for inspection on Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any person who shall be registered with the Board of Registration of the school district, and who has voted in 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 in a School District election, or who shall be registered to vote in general elections, shall be entitled to vote at said election without re-registering with the School District. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for office of member of the Board of Education must be filed in the Office of the District Clerk, 1000 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York, between the hours of 9 o’clock a.m. and 5 o’clock p.m. not later than thirty days preceding the date of election of members, to wit, April 22, 2019, and shall be subscribed by not less than 34 qualified voters of the district. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of the text of any resolution which will be presented to the voters at this Annual Election and a statement of estimated expenses for the ensuing year will be completed and copies made available at each schoolhouse in the district in which a school is maintained, from 9 o’clock a.m. to 3 o’clock p.m. on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday during the fourteen days immediately preceding said Annual Election, to wit, May 7, 2019 to May 21, 2019, inclusive, and also on said Annual Election Day. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any and all further propositions to be placed upon the ballot shall be by petition filed in the Office of the District Clerk not later than thirty days preceding the day of election, to wit, April 22, 2019, and shall be subscribed by not less than 87 qualified district voters. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the Office of the Clerk of the District. Such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven days before the election, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the said office of the clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Sundays and also available for inspection on Saturday, May 18, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Real Property Tax Exemption Report prepared in accordance with Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law will be annexed to any tentative/preliminary budget as well as the final adopted budget of which it will form a part; and shall be posted on District bulletin board(s) maintained for public notices, as well as on the District’s website By order of the BOARD OF EDUCATION Joanne Rice / District Clerk
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Mets drama won’t fade LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
Say what you want about the 1986 Mets, but almost 33 years after they beat the Boston Red Sox in the World Series, they might still be the most entertaining team in New York City. And more often than not, it’s for the wrong reasons. The Mets of the 1980s were a larger-than-life team and became an indelible part of this city’s sports culture. Larger-than-life superstars, a penchant for the dramatic between the lines, and an absolute rogue’s gallery of miscreants away from the ballfield, they were a lot of things; but boring was never one of them. This week, the Mets found themselves embroiled in yet another controversy, and it just goes to show you that the more things change, the more they stay the same.
Former starter and current Mets’ announcer Ron Darling was promoting his newest book when he let an interesting tidbit drop. Prior to Game 3 of the 1986 World Series, Darling alleges that Mets’ centerfielder and leadoff hitter Lenny Dykstra stood in the on-deck circle hurling racial epithets at Red Sox starter Dennis “Oil Can” Boyd as he got ready to dig into the box. Darling went on to say that even though he didn’t believe Dykstra was actually racist, the things he said in an attempt to get under Boyd’s skin were, “Worse than anything Jackie Robinson might have heard.” Taken on the surface, the story seems believable. Darling, a Yale graduate, is one of the most respected pundits in the game and well thought of in most baseball circles. Dykstra on the other hand, is an ex-convict who was always thought to have a screw— or several— loose. But Dykstra fought back against the allegations, announc-
ing that he was going to sue his former teammate for defamation and turning in an all-time sports radio performance on ESPN’s “The Michael Kay Show” on Monday afternoon in which the station’s censors couldn’t keep up with his foul-mouthed rants. Furthermore, a number of Mets jumped to Dykstra’s defense, including black players like Doc Gooden, Darryl Strawberry and Kevin Mitchell, who didn’t believe that Dykstra—for all his faults—had done what Darling alleged. So what we have now is a hesaid/they-said situation which offers up far more questions than simply what happened on this day. What does Darling have to gain from his accusations if they aren’t true? If they are, are players like the ones defending Dykstra simply defending a culture that has long demonized athletes who dared to break clubhouse confidentiality for a profit? When former Yankee pitcher
This week, former Mets pitcher Ron Darling accused teammate Lenny Dykstra of hurling racial epithets at an opposing pitcher during the 1986 World Series. The media firestorm that ensued proved that even 33 years after their World Series run, the 1986 Mets continue to dominate headlines. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org
Jim Bouton penned “Ball Four” in 1970, he included several embarrassing anecdotes about former teammates that led, essentially, to him being blacklisted from the game. Judging by the immediate reaction to the Dykstra story, it would seem that nearly half a century later, ballplayers still look down on those who pull the curtain
back on life in the big leagues. It will be interesting to see where this story goes from here; if Darling will offer a correction to the story or if anyone will corroborate it. If Dykstra will go forward with the lawsuit or if this will lead to tension between Darling and another member of the ‘86 Mets, Keith Hernandez, in the
Mets’ telecast booth. But one thing is for certain; no matter how this tale plays out, the tumultuous 1986 Mets won’t fade away, at least not for a good, long while. And as a sports fan, I don’t think that’s a bad thing.
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Game Notes: • Jason Ciardiello allowed 3 hits over 6 innings • Alex Noga drove in 5 runs • The Garnets have outscored their first two opponents 21-0 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor After a disappointing end to the 2018 season, the Rye baseball team has wasted little time setting a tone this spring. On March 28, the Garnets picked up their second win of the year, a 10-0 victory over visiting Blind Brook. But Rye’s veteran ballclub knows all too well that a hot start is not nearly as satisfying as a strong finish. Last year, the Garnets tore through the regular season,
Sean Thompson fields a ground ball at third base. Thompson is expected to shine as both a hitter and a pitcher this season.
amassing a 15-3-1 record en route to securing a top seed in the Class A playoffs. In the first round of the postseason however, Rye was upended in a 1-0 loss to Brewster, a loss that has weighed heavily
on the minds of the 10 returning players. “They definitely have a bad taste in their mouth from last year,” head coach Mike Bruno said. “All the guys who have been
Declan Lavelle takes home on a passed ball on March 28. Photos/Mike Smith
Jason Ciardiello throws a pitch against Blind Brook on March 28. Ciardiello did not allow a run in 6 innings of work.
a part of that, the juniors and seniors, they understand that the regular season is important, but it’s more important to keep getting better.” Through the first two games of the season, the Garnets have answered the call, opening with an 11-0 win over Saunders on March 24 and coming back on Thursday to pick up another shutout victory over the Trojans. Senior pitcher Jason Ciardiello kept Rye’s scoreless streak intact in the six-inning game, fanning four batters and allowing just three hits on the afternoon. Ciardiello is expected to slide into a starter role this season, providing the Garnets with some much-needed depth behind co-aces Sean Thompson and Declan Lavelle. “He’s going to fit in nicely, potentially as our third starter,” Bruno said. “We’re trying to keep our arms as healthy as possible heading into May.” Alex Noga led the charge against Blind Brook, going 3-for-3 with 5 RBIs, but Bruno believes that despite scoring 21 runs in the first two games, the Garnets have yet to truly hit their stride at the plate. “Our timing is still a little bit
off, we haven’t been getting the big hit with the bases loaded,” he said. “But I think overall we’ve been having good at bats.” As the season progresses, the Garnets will look for someone to emerge as a true top of the lineup threat, with Thompson and Henry Friedrich emerging as early candidates for the role. Ultimately, Bruno believes that the Garnets’ true strength will lie in is overall depth and attention to detail. “Every year, we rely mostly on our pitching and defense, and at times we have lacked the ability to get that big hit,” he said. “So we’re going to have to play small ball, move runners over and I think that our guys who are now veterans know how to do that.” Rye will begin league play on April 9, when the Garnets host Eastchester. Bruno feels that the challenges within League II-D should provide the Garnets with a good test that should pay off come postseason. “The league is always competitive, and Byram Hills, Harrison, Pelham and Eastchester are all quality baseball programs,” Bruno said. “It’s always a grind.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com