THE FORUM NEWSGROUP | JUNE 1, 2023

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Howard Beach Marks Memorial Day 2023

By Michael V. Cusenza

Hundreds of Howard Beach families turned out Monday to bask in the pre-summer sun and commemorate the supreme sacri ce made by American soldiers.

Perhaps City Councilwoman Joann Ariola captured Monday’s moments best:

“On this Memorial Day let us re ect on what this day’s really about. Let us remember that our way of life comes at a cost - one paid by the men and women who have made incredible sacri ces so that we can live in freedom. May we always honor those sacrices,” she said.

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Ariola Explains ‘No’ Votes

By Michael V. Cusenza

e City Council recently passed legislation to help New Yorkers avoid or move out of the city’s shelter system by reforming the City’s rental assistance voucher program, CityFHEPS. e legislative package of four bills will not only help New Yorkers move out of shelters, but also prevent the evictions of New Yorkers most at risk of homelessness and entering our shelter system, according to Council Speaker Adrienne Adams.

In addition, the Council voted on several pieces of legislation, which includes: providing transportation safety protections for students with disabilities; establishing technology access and training programs, which was originally proposed in Speaker Adams’ 2022 State of the City address; requiring coordination of summer youth employment program opportunities; making the Open Culture Program permanent; and state home rule messages, including one in support of Sammy’s Law.

Introduction 878-A, sponsored by Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala, would remove shelter stay as a precondition to CityFHEPS eligibility. is would expand eligibility, reduce length of stay in the shelter system and prevent new shelter entrants.

Introduction 229-A, sponsored by Council Member Ti any Cabán, would prohibit the Department of Social Services from deducting a utility allowance from the maximum amount of a CityFHEPS voucher except in limited circumstances.

Introduction 893-A, sponsored by Council Member Pierina Sanchez, would remove certain Department of Social Services’ criteria that determines eligibility for CityFHEPS and gives New

Yorkers the ability to demonstrate risk of eviction by presenting a rent demand le er.

Introduction 894-A, sponsored by Council Member Pierina Sanchez, would change the eligibility for a CityFHEPS voucher from 200 percent of the federal poverty level to 50 percent of the area median income and remove work and source of income requirements that make it di cult for individuals to pursue employment and housing concurrently.

Councilwoman Joann Ariola said her decision to vote “NO” on Intro 229, 878, 893, and 894 was based on a realistic assessment of New York City’s current scal situation.

“ is city is already facing such a dire nancial situation that we are being forced to alter the hard-earned healthcare of our municipal retirees,”

Councilwoman Ariola said. “ e passage of these bills would add an estimated $17 billion in costs to the city’s expenses, while also exacerbating our current homelessness crisis by virtually eliminating the prioritization of homeless New Yorkers seeking housing subsidies.

ese bills would also make the process of gaining access to housing vouchers more di cult for those in need of assistance, as the city would be forced to create a waiting list to meet the enormously expanded demand that would be established by this package of legislation.

Housing vouchers should be for people who are truly experiencing hard times and need help ge ing back on their feet. By expanding the criteria so widely – as these bills seek to do – those who really need these subsidies will have a harder time ge ing them, while those who may not be in any real danger of homelessness but are now eligible for vouchers will cause a backlog for those in need.”

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“ e passage of these bills would add an estimated $17 billion in costs to the city’s expenses, while also exacerbating our current homelessness crisis by virtually eliminating the prioritization of homeless New Yorkers seeking housing subsidies,” Councilwoman Ariola said.

State Senate Approves Veteran Protection Legislation

themselves to their country by improving the services and protections a orded to them, Addabbo added.

e legislation co-sponsored by Addabbo and passed by the Senate authorizes close friends or family members to ful ll veterans’ burial wishes at their behest; requires a study from SUNY and CUNY on the availability of campus resources for veterans; noti es local veteran agencies and organizations of a member’s return to provide expedient support; clarify the de nition of “veteran” for tax purposes, and establish the Alex R. Jiménez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program.

e legislation passed by the Senate includes:

S.3586 - Establishing the Alex R. Jiménez Program: Establishes the Alex R. Jiménez New York State Military Immigrant Family Legacy Program.

S.5241 - Study on SUNY/CUNY Student-Veteran Services: Requires the State University of New York and the City University of New York to examine and conduct a study on the availability of campus services, programs, and resources for veteran students

S.5530 - Expanded Authorization for Veterans’ Wishes: Authorizes a veteran's close friend or family member reasonably familiar with the veteran's wishes to request the veteran be buried in a veterans' cemetery.

S.5967 - Alternative Tax Exemption for Veterans: Clari es the de nition of a veteran to include career members of the armed forces for purposes of the veteran's alternative tax exemption.

“I can’t say it o en enough, “Every day is Veterans Day,” explained Addabbo. “ e men and women who have served or continue to serve our country are our everyday heroes and deserve all the accolades, opportunities, and bene ts we can o er as a token of our immense appreciation. I have many priorities in the district and Albany, with Veterans consistently on top of the list. It’s with great pride that I serve on the Senate’s Veterans, Homeland Security, and Military A airs Commi ee and join my colleagues in approving legislation to enrich the lives of our Veterans,” Addabbo concluded.

By Forum Sta

e State Senate recently voted in favor of a package of ve bills that will protect the well-being of veterans in New York, home to the h-largest veteran population in the

country with nearly a million former service members calling the Empire State home, according to Sen. Joe Addabbo, Jr. (D-Woodhaven).

ese measures uphold and promote the best interests of those who have dedicated

S.5416 - Timely Issuance of Certi cates of Honorable Separation: Relates to certi cates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States to ensure that local veterans' service agencies are noti ed upon the return home of service men and women be er connect services available to veterans.

Earlier in the 2023 legislative session, Addabbo helped pass two other veterans related bills, namely S2028, which establishes a real property tax exemption for the primary residence of a veteran with 100 percent service-connected disability and S1811 which allows for a 120-day warning period to veterans organizations to cure site violations.

e package of ve bills is now under review and consideration in the Assembly.

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“ e men and women who have served or continue to serve our country are our everyday heroes and deserve all the accolades, opportunities, and bene ts we can o er as a token of our immense appreciation,” Sen. Addabbo said.

Pol Honors Women of Distinction

PHARMACISTS & PHYSICIANS COLLABORATING FOR BETTER PATIENT CARE

It used to be a common perception among physicians and other health care professional that the role of the community pharmacist was basically limited to lling prescriptions and following their orders.

But thankfully with progression of time and the advances in technology, the role of the community pharmacist in their patients health care has escalated to a point that serves the pool of patients dependant on their medications in ways it never has before.

Today, whether it's a ma er of the complex reporting of medication histories to health databases or the simple act of sending a fax, the need for pharmacies to collaborate and communicate with prescribers on many more levels than ever before has led to increased health and awareness among patients.

among themselves is a vital tool in improving patient outcomes .

Additional areas of the bene ts of healthcare professionals working together include making recommendations to modify patient's drug therapies and providing drug information to aid in the selection of medications.

Pharmacists play a key role in assisting with medication insurance claims, helping patients navigate their way through the o en frustrating and confusing world of health coverage.

By Forum Staff

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Howard Beach) recently hosted her annual “Women of Distinction” event, highlighting contributions made by women who work or reside within the 23rd Assembly District.

This year's recipients included: Angela Nocerino, Arlene Cauley, Carin Chiang, Christina Lampropoulos, Jacqueline Stillwell, Sound Bouhayat and Theresa Marko.

“Women’s History Month may officially be in March, but I believe that women should be honored every day, in every month, all year long,” Pheffer Amato said. “I believe in women supporting women, celebrating each other for their accomplishments. We have so many amazing women in this community who do so much, and this is a great way to come together and thank them for their work and contributions.”

Pheffer Amato's annual celebration has also served as a networking event.

“This is a way to give these amaz -

ing women the chance to connect and develop new partnerships which further helps them in their work to improve the community,” the assemblywoman added.

The seven recipients were chosen from a wide variety of nominees and each was personally presented with an orchid and an official proclamation from Pheffer Amato.

“This year’s winners devote themselves to their community and exemplify the best of the New York spirit. Their work ranges from volunteering at a food pantry, being a union leader, advocating for seniors, fostering community relationships with the police; and throughout it all, putting the neighborhood and community above themselves. The people of the 23rd Assembly District have greatly benefited from the work of these incredible women, and often without even knowing it. I think we all owe Angela, Arlene, Carin, Christina, Jacqueline, Sound and Theresa a huge thank you for their amazing work in making our community and State a better place to live,” Pheffer Amato said.

Common sense tells us that pharmacists are like rst responders where medication is concerned. e integral role we play in today's complicated health care system is continually expanding and contributing to ensuring a standard of excellence in patient healthcare that can save more lives.

To begin with, pharmacists are well aware that we can’t always rely on patients to remember some important details or in some cases, to tell the whole truth when faced with questions about their medication adherence. Key communication with physicians and other members of a patients healthcare team is working everyday to address these critical issues.

Over 95% of community pharmacists and physicians agree that mutual cooperation

We also now assist in the adjustment of medication dosages, provide information about drug interactions, help patients adhere to a proper schedule of medication and the management of side e ects.

Admi edly there are some concerns with barriers that exist in the expanding integration of pharmacists and physicians, such as the potential for the fragmentation of patient care, concern over liability where shared responsibility and information exists and of course the amount of time needed to invest. But none of those have put a damper on the willingness to work together to guarantee the be er health of our patients. and it is obvious in the medical community that there is a widespread desire for the continuance of these relationships that clearly bene t our collective patients.

Until next week...

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FDNY Marine 3 Saves

Three at Breezy Point Jetty

A grateful borough this week thanked the City Fire Department’s Marine Division for saving the three passengers of a disabled boat in 8-foot waters o the coast of Breezy Point. According to the FDNY, “Members had to work quickly and tactically position Marine 3’s vessel (pictured) in order to safely bring [the victims] aboard and onto shore.” City Councilwoman Joann Ariola (R-Ozone Park) praised the quick response of City re ghters.

“What was meant to be a fun Memorial Day weekend outing quickly turned chaotic when a boat was caught against the Breezy Point je y rocks in rough waters. Fortunately, New York’s Bravest responded quickly, pushing through strong wind and waves to reach three people in distress,” said Ariola, chairwoman of the Council Commi ee on Fire and Emergency Management. “A job well done by our FDNY—as always, we all owe them a great debt of gratitude for preventing what could easily have been a disaster.”

e three rescued individuals were treated by the re ghters aboard for dehydration and exposure to the elements by the re ghters aboard Marine 3, before they were transferred to EMS for further care.

Presented by Frank Pantina, R.Ph

Photo Courtesy of Assemblywoman Phe er Amato Assemblywoman Phe er Amato (c.) with this year’s Women of Distinction.

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is year’s winners devote themselves to their community and exemplify the best of the New York spirit,” Assemblywoman Phe er Amato said.

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Pheffer Amato Bill to Help Finest Borrow from Their Pensions

By Forum Sta

Assemblywoman Stacey Phe er Amato (D-Howard Beach) on Tuesday said she has delivered “an unprecedented win for police by ensuring that members of the NYPD would be able to borrow from their pension.”

Under the current law, certain members of the NYPD were prohibited from borrowing from contributions made to their pension fund. This has been an

ongoing topic of concern in the police community, as the ability to take pension loans has long been a significant benefit for public employees who often use these loans to assist them to fund educational expenses, a down payment on a mortgage, or other vital needs. The legislation, which was included in the final State budget, would grant this right to be consistent with the rights available to other public employees throughout the five boroughs and New York State.

“This is about equity! For our police officers to not have the right to borrow from their pension, like every other City and State worker, is unacceptable. After tireless months of work I am happy to see this policy change and know that our police and their families will have the option to take a pension loan. The police are there to protect and help us every day, we owe it to them to help them and their families too,” said Pheffer Amato.

“Assemblywoman Pheffer Amato has been in our corner on this issue since Day One. We thank her for once again standing up for New York City police officers and helping us move closer to equitable benefits with police officers elsewhere in New York State. We look forward to continuing to work with her to correct the remaining pension inequities that affect the majority of the Finest,” NYC Police Benevolent Association President Pat Lynch added.

FBI Elder Fraud Task Fraud Targets Grandparent Scams

By Michael V. Cusenza

e Federal Bureau of Investigation

recently highlighted the work of the Elder Justice Task Force in California, and illustrated how collaboration between agencies is critical in targeting nancial scams against older Americans that cost them billions in losses every year.

According to the FBI, each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to

some type of nancial fraud or con dence scheme, including romance, lo ery, and sweepstakes scams—just to name a few.

Criminals will gain their targets’ trust and may communicate with them directly online, over the phone, and/or through the mail; or indirectly through the TV and radio. Once successful, scammers o en keep a scheme going because of the prospect of signi cant nancial gain.

Seniors are o en targeted because they tend to be trusting and polite. ey also usually have nancial savings, own a home, and have good credit—all of which make them a ractive to scammers.

Additionally, seniors may be less inclined to report fraud because they don’t know how, or they may be too ashamed at having been scammed. ey might also be concerned that their relatives will lose con dence in their abilities to manage their own nancial a airs. And when an elderly victim does report a crime, they may be unable to supply detailed information to investigators.

With the elderly population growing and seniors racking up more than $3 billion in losses annually, elder fraud has remained a growing problem.

Common elder fraud schemes include: Romance scam: Criminals pose as in-

terested romantic partners on social media or dating websites to capitalize on their elderly victims’ desire to nd companions.

Tech support scam: Criminals pose as technology support representatives and offer to x non-existent computer issues. e scammers gain remote access to victims’ devices and sensitive information.

Grandparent scam: A type of condence scam where criminals pose as a relative—usually a child or grandchild— claiming to be in immediate nancial need.

Government impersonation scam: Criminals pose as government employees and threaten to arrest or prosecute victims unless they agree to provide funds or other payments.

Sweepstakes/charity/lo ery scam: Criminals claim to work for legitimate charitable organizations to gain victims’ trust. Or they claim their targets have won a foreign lo ery or sweepstake, which they can collect for a “fee.”

Home repair scam: Criminals appear in person and charge homeowners in advance for home improvement services that they never provide.

TV/radio scam: Criminals target potential victims using illegitimate advertisements about legitimate services, such as reverse mortgages or credit repair.

Family/caregiver scam: Relatives or acquaintances of the elderly victims take advantage of them or otherwise get their money.

If you believe you or someone you know may have been a victim of elder fraud, contact your local FBI eld o ce or submit a tip online. You can also le a complaint with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov.

When reporting a scam—regardless of dollar amount—include as many of the following details as possible:

• Names of the scammer and/or company

• Dates of contact

• Methods of communication

• Phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and websites used by the perpetrator

• Methods of payment

• Where you sent funds, including wire transfers and prepaid cards (provide nancial institution names, account names, and account numbers)

• Descriptions of your interactions with the scammer and the instructions you were given

Whenever possible, you should keep original documentation, emails, faxes, and logs of communications.

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“For our police o cers to not have the right to borrow om their pension, like every other City and State worker, is unacceptable,” Assemblywoman Phe er Amato.

Photo Courtesy of NYC PBA

NYC PBA President Lynch thanked the assemblywoman “for once again standing up for New York City police o cers and helping us move closer to equitable bene ts with police o cers elsewhere in New York State.”

Photo Courtesy of FBI According to the FBI, each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some type of nancial aud or con dence scheme.

Meng Introduces Bill to Make Diwali a Federal Law

By Forum Staff

Congresswoman Grace Meng (DFlushing) announced on Friday that she has introduced the Diwali Day Act, a bill to make the Festival of Lights a federal holiday.

Diwali is one of the most important holidays for many in the South Asian, Southeast Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities, as well as many religious groups including Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains. Billions around the world celebrate Diwali, including the millions who commemorate the holiday in the United States.

“Diwali is one of the most important days of the year for billions of people across the globe, and for countless families and communities in Queens, New York, and the United States,” said Meng. “Diwali celebrations are a wonderful time here in Queens, and each year it is easy to see just how important this day is to so many people. America’s strength is derived from the diverse experiences, cultures and communities that make up this nation. My Diwali Day Act is one step toward educating all Americans on the importance of this day, and celebrating the full face of American diversity. I look forward to shepherding this bill through Congress.”

Diwali represents the triumph of good over evil and knowledge over

ignorance. While the holiday holds a different significance for various cultural, ethnic and religious groups, the Festival of Lights is universally a time for celebration, reflection, prayer and gatherings with loved ones. Diwali will be celebrated later this year on Nov. 12.

Under Meng’s legislation, Diwali would become the twelfth federally recognized holiday in the United States. Establishing a federal holiday for Diwali, and the day off it would provide, would allow families and friends to celebrate together, and demonstrate that the government values the diverse cultural makeup of the nation.

Meng has also pushed to make Diwali a school holiday in the five boroughs.

“After making history as the first Indian-American woman elected to New York State office, I was proud to lead the movement for Diwali to be a school holiday in New York City,” said Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar (D-Woodhaven). “This year, we saw our entire state speak with one voice in support of recognizing Diwali and the South Asian community. My extraordinary partner in government Congresswoman Meng is now taking the movement national with her historic legislation to make Diwali a federal holiday. Together, we are showing that Diwali is an American holiday. To

the over 4 million Americans who celebrate Diwali, your government sees you and hears you.”

"The recognition of Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas is pivotal to enriching the cultural fabric of the United States and fostering greater understanding and appreciation for the rich South Asian diaspora,” said Sim J Singh Attariwala, senior policy and advocacy manager of The Sikh Coalition. “By embracing these celebrations, we not only include and integrate communities but also strengthen the bonds of our multicultural society, making America a more vibrant and

compassionate nation for all.”

Endorsing organizations include Indian Diaspora Council, Sikh Coalition, International Commission on Dalit Rights, Indo-Caribbean Alliance, National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA), OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates, Asian American Federation (AAF), National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), The Sikh Cultural Society, Hindu Temple Society of North America, Hindus for Human Rights, Coalition of Hindus of North America and Asian Americans Advancing Justice.

Photo Courtesy of Rep. Meng Congresswoman Meng holds up her Diwali Day Act Friday a ernoon as she announces the introduction of her legislation.

Area Organizations Set to Raise Gay Pride Flag in Richmond Hill

By Forum Staff

On Tuesday, June 6, at 5 p.m., the Richmond Hill-South Ozone Park Lions Club, in collaboration with the Ozone Park Howard Beach Woodhaven Lions Club, the Ozone Park-Woodhaven Kiwanis Club, and the Ozone Park Residents Block Association-ozpkrba, with the blessings and support of US Congress Member Nydia Velasquez (7), NYS Senator Joseph Addabbo (15), NYS Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer-Amato (23), NYS Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar (38), Queens Boro President Donovan Richards, NYC Council Member Lynn Schulman (29), NYC Council Member Joann Ariola (32) will host the 2nd annual official Gay Pride Flag Raising ceremony. The event is the only official event that celebrates Pride in or around any of our communities on public land.

The event will be held at the Richmond Hill Triangle located at 133rd Street and 103rd Avenue and Liberty Avenue. The event will kick off Pride Month, during which we officially raise the Pride flag to show our support for June.

“This is a huge accomplishment for our community

to be the first to raise a flag to honor Gay pride month in our very diverse communities,” organizing officials Romeo Hitlall and Sam Esposito said. “We ask that you join us for this momentous occasion.

“We need to send a message to our diverse commu -

nity in culture, religion, and old-fashioned, outdated ideals that we need to be inclusive to everyone, and the days of hate and racism in every way are no longer accepted. Please come and support this monumental occasion where we raise the Gay flag in a public triangle,” they added.

MTA Announces Service Changes at the 36th Street M/R Station

By Forum Staff

Hills/Jamaica-bound platform will be closed between Monday, June 5 at 4:45 a.m. and Monday, June 12 at 5 a.m. while crews perform station improvements.

Crews will be repainting station surfaces, performing lead-based paint abatement, renovating ADA-compliant platforms, repairing structural steel and tiles, performing surface cleaning and painting, drainage work and replacing doors, frames and gates.

Customer upgrades including new communication and public safety systems will also be installed.

Forest Hills-bound M/R trains and late night local Jamaica-bound E/F trains will skip 36th Street. Customers should consider using the Queens Plaza, Steinway Street, or the 39th Av-Dutch Kills N stations.

For service to the 36th Street station, customers should take the M/R (days) or local E/F (nights) to Steinway Street and transfer to a Manha an-bound train. For

service from this station, customers can take the M/R (days) to Queens Plaza and transfer to a Forest Hills or Jamaica-bound train. Overnight, customers can take the train to Queens Plaza or F train to 21st Street-Queensbridge for Jamaica-bound service.

From Friday, June 9 at 9:45 p.m. to Monday, June 12 at 5 a.m., there will be no Jamaica-bound service at Queens Plaza. Customers should transfer at 21st StreetQueensbridge station.

Customers are encouraged to sign up for the MTA Weekender, a weekly newsletter sent every Friday to inform customers of weekend service changes throughout the transit system.

For real-time service updates and information, customers can also use the Live Subway Map, which shows the real-time position of trains, planned service changes at any given time, and highlights accessible stations.

Courtesy of Comptroller DiNapoli

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e event will be held at the Richmond Hill Triangle located at 133rd Street and 103rd Avenue and Liberty Avenue.

St. Albans Man Convicted of Attempted Murder in Deli Shooting

By Forum Sta

Queens District A orney Melinda Katz announced on Friday that James Fraley was convicted of a empted murder and drug and weapon possession charges in the 2021 shooting of a deli owner in Briarwood and the subsequent discovery of a large quantity of heroin in his home. Fraley was on lifetime

parole for a 1989 murder conviction.

Fraley, 73, of Farmers Boulevard in St. Albans, was convicted ursday a er a jury trial of a empted murder in the second degree, assault in the rst degree, robbery in the rst degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the rst degree, and criminal possession of a controlled substance

in the third degree. Queens Supreme Court Justice Gary Miret set sentencing for June 16.

According to the charges and trial testimony:

• On Aug. 12, 2021, at approximately 2:00 p.m., Fraley entered the Rojas Deli at 146-10 Hillside Ave., ordered a sandwich and then shot the owner, Ru no RojasFlores, in the chest. He then turned the gun

on the owner’s daughter, who was working behind the counter, and demanded the money in the register.

• e daughter gave him between $100 and $200 cash and Fraley ed. A deli worker chased him on Hillside Avenue toward the Parsons Boulevard subway stop.

• Surveillance video showed the worker running a er an older man and it also captured Fraley in the subway stop. e NYPD created a wanted poster from the video.

• On Aug. 17, an o cer recognized Fraley from the wanted poster as he got into a car. He pulled him over for a tra c violation.

• When detectives went to Fraley’s home, they found a .357 caliber revolver, a .380 caliber semi-automatic pistol loaded with six rounds of ammunition, and a safe containing more than 12 ounces of heroin. Drug paraphernalia, including hundreds of glassine envelopes, were also discovered in the home.

• Rojas-Flores was treated at the hospital for injuries to his liver from the gunshot wound.

“He killed once before and was armed and willing to do so again. e jury has spoken and we will be asking the court for an appropriately lengthy sentence,” Katz said. Fraley faces up to 55 years in prison.

Landmarks Conservancy Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Events across the City

By Forum Sta

As part of its 50th anniversary year-long celebration, the New York Landmarks Conservancy has partnered with sites highlighted in its “50 at 50” online exhibition to o er the public an opportunity to explore some of the conservancy’s most iconic and memorable successes.

Events in June include:

June 3

Alice Austen House - Concert “Celebrating Alice and Gertrude through Song: Preservation and Pride in Partnership with Tin Pan Alley”

2 Hyland Blvd., Staten Island

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

To kick o Pride month and celebrate the preservation of Alice Austen and Gertrude Tate’s love story, the Alice Austen House and Tin Pan Alley present an a ernoon of music with Miss Maybell and Charlie Judkins and Kay Turner. Taking inspiration from an era when Alice Austen and her life partner Gertrude Tate resided at Clear Comfort and presented in collaboration with the Tin Pan Alley American Popular Music Project, Miss Maybell and Charlie Judkins will perform vintage jazz, ragtime and blues songs from 1900-1929.

June 11

Flushing Friends Quaker Meeting House and Bowne House – Walking Tour

37-01 Bowne St., Queens

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Bowne House and the Flushing Friends Quaker Meeting House are partnering to host a joint, in-person event to celebrate the Conservancy’s 50th anniversary. is event will include a live presentation in the Bowne House garden, self-guided tours of the Bowne House, and a Flushing Freedom Mile walking tour led by the team at the Friends Meeting House. Young visitors can enjoy a cra station with coloring pages in the Bowne House garden.

June 21, 2023

Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum – Summer Solstice Dance Performance

895 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park

6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

As the sun goes down on the pebble

court, enjoy cocktails and bites and a sitespeci c, two-part dance performance by the Eva Dean Dance Company entitled Liquid Silver: Sanctuary.

“50 at 50” is an online exhibition of stunning contemporary and historic photographs featuring highlights from the conservancy’s most iconic, memorable successes in preserving and protecting the architecture that helps make New York the greatest city in the world. Visitors to the “50 at 50” exhibition will experience, borough by borough, the conservancy’s work to preserve not only physical landmarks, but also the stories and the history behind them, all woven into the fabric of NYC.

For more information, visit nylandmarks.org.

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On Aug. 12, 2021, at approximately 2:00 p.m., Fraley entered the Rojas Deli on Hillside Avenue, ordered a sandwich and then shot the owner, Ru no Rojas-Flores, in the chest.

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e jury has spoken and we will be asking the court for an appropriately lengthy sentence,” DA Katz said.

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Flushing Friends Quaker Meeting House and Bowne House

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TWA Flight Center and Hotel at John F. Kennedy International Airport

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Notice of Formation of Sons United, LLC. Articles of Org. led with NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 03/08/2022. SSNY is designated agent of LLC for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to: Sons United, LLC, 84-55 162nd Street, Jamaica, NY 11432. O ce location: Queens County. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

Sky Blue Malba LLC, Arts of Org. led with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 3/29/2023. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 16 Point Crescent, Whitestone, NY 11357. General Purpose

YOLSA 7 VARIETIES LLC Articles of Org. led NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/07/23. O ce in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to JACQUIE YOLE E LAFOREST, 8820 85TH ST. 2ND FLOOR, WOODHAVEN, NY, 11421, USA. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

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Notice of formation of Charles Warner Digital LLC. Articles of Organization led with the Secretary of State of New York on March 07, 2018. O ce located in Queens County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC. 98-25 Horace Harding Expressway #12G, Corona, NY 11368. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

FRESH ON TOP LLC Articles of Org. led NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/14/23. Ofce in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Karl Garcia 4317 220th St Queens NY 11361. Purpose: Any lawful activity

HK KINGDOM LLC Arts of Org. led with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 1/10/2023. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to HENRY FERRE S, 13201 ROOSEVELT AVENUE, SUITE 818063, FLUSHING, NY, 11354, USA. General Purpose

Notice of formation of TASTEMAKER STUDIO LLC Articles of Organization led with the Secretary of State of New York on 04/21/2023. O ce located in Queens County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC TO: e Limited Liability Corporation 6933 218 th Street, Oakland Gardens, NY, 11364 USA.. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

ATCO MA FOOTING LLC Articles of Org. led NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/18/23. O ce in Queens Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to ANGEL CARDENAS, 3728 100TH STREET FL1, CORONA, NY, 11368USA. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

JONADOSH BOXING PROMOTION LLC Arts. of Org. led with the SSNY on 05/11/2023. O ce loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: JONATHAN OLUWASHEYI ODUSHOLA, 14838 236TH STREET, ROSEDALE, NY, 11422. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

Notice of Quali cation of CTC Triangle (USA) EC LLC. Authority led with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 03/13/23. O ce location: Queens County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 03/22/22. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 103 Foulk Rd., Ste. 202, Wilmington, DE 19803 A n: Pamela Jasinski, also the address to be maintained in DE. Arts of Org. led with the DE Secy. of State, 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: any lawful activities.

PRESTIGE HOME CONT CTORS LLC. Arts. of Org. led with the SSNY on 05/10/23. O ce: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 214-83 Jamaica Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

MOST DANGEROUS GAMES LLC. Arts. of Org. led with the SSNY on 04/30/23. O ce: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 4122 24TH ST APT 6E, LONG ISLAND CITY, NY, 11101, USA. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of MILIM LLC. Arts. of Org. led with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/18/23. O ce location: Queens County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: United Corporate Services, Inc., 10 Bank St, Ste 560, White Plains, NY 10606. Purpose: any lawful activity.

Da Feng Enterprises LLC, Arts of Org led with SSNY on 01/09/23. O . Loc.: Queens County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: e LLC, 166-44 20th Rd, Whitestone NY 11357. Purpose: to engagein any lawful act.

LYMNOS T NSPORTATION

LLC, Arts. of Org. led with the SSNY on 05/26/2023. O ce loc: Queens County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Michael Angelidis, 13628 62nd Avenue, FL 2, Flushing, NY 11367. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF QUEENS SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS INDEX #711756/2022

Original led with Clerk 4/27/2023

Plainti Designates Queens County as the Place of Trial e Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated Queens County Premises:151-35 84th Street, Unit 3M,Howard Beach, NY 11414

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1, Plainti , -against- MARYANN MO N, if living, and if he/she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plain- ti , claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or speci c lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, wid- ower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, commi ees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, commi ees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plainti ; THE BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE BUILDERS APARTMENT CORPO TION CONDOMINIUM, any and all persons unknown to plainti , claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or speci c lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein gener- ally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, lega- tees, creditors, trustees, commi ees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, commi ees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plainti ; THE BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE HERITAGE SOUTH CONDOMINIUM; MANUFACTURERS AND T DERS TRUST COMPANY; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; and JOHN DOE AND JANE DOE #1 through #7, the last seven (7) names being ctitious and unknown to the Plainti , thepersons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or parties, if any, having or claiming a interest in or lien upon the mortgaged premises described in the complaint,

Defendants. TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS:

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plainti ’s A orney(s) within 20 days a er the service of this Summons, ex- clusive of the day of service (or within 30 days a er the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); the United States of America may appear or answer within 60 day of service hereof; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being led pursuant to an Order of the Court dated April 14, 2023.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: e foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Tracy A. Catapano-Fox, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Queens County, entered April 19, 2023 and led with the complaint and other papers in the Queens County Clerk’s O ce.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Of- ce of the City Register of the City of New York on October 21, 2005 at Instrument #2005000589292, covering premises k/a 151-35 84th Street, Unit 3M, Howard Beach, NY 11414 a/k/a Block 11431, Lot 4312.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the a orney for the mortgage company who led this foreclosure proceeding against you and ling the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an a orney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE A ORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-1 AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: Uniondale, New York April 26, 2023 Respectfully submi ed, Pincus Law Group, PLLC.

By: George J. Weissinger, Esq. A orneys for Plainti 425 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556 516-699-8902 #100422

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