Babylon Herald 04_24_2025

Town of Babylon unveils hot new fire and rescue dispatch facility

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Town of Babylon last week unveiled its newly renovated Babylon Central Fire and Rescue Alarm Corporation dispatch facility, located in the basement of Town Hall.

The project had been in the works for 25 years, according to Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer.

“It has been a long time coming since my first tour of duty when we talked about the need for stability to fund this,” Schaffer said. “This is all in the name of timely responses to protect our residents, and now calls can be dispatched out of here instead of through 911, which cuts off time in an emergency.”

Mark Ziegler, former president of Babylon Central Fire Alarm, said the upgrades mark a major step forward.

“I’m looking forward to everyone seeing the whole new radio room,” Ziegler said. “It’s a very large project, and it has brought us up to modern times, making it easier to dispatch calls.”

During a tour of the facility, H. James Kenning III, chief of administration at Babylon Central Fire and Rescue Alarm Corporation, described the improvements. The updated space now includes six working consoles and a kitchen area, creating a more comfortable and efficient work environment for dispatchers.

Previously, the facility was cramped, with only four consoles and no separate lunch area. Kenning recalled conditions during Superstorm Sandy, when as many as 15 staffers were crowded into the small room. The reconfigured layout now allows for a more open and functional floor plan.

“We’re now able to sit six people down answering incoming 911 calls and not wor-

Four BHS seniors earn top honors

By ALENA BERENBLATT Correspondent

The Babylon Board of Education recently recognized four Babylon High School seniors for outstanding academic achievements and prestigious college scholarships during a board meeting.

Riley Altman was named valedictorian of the Class of 2025 with a grade point average of 105.53.

Jamisyn Cerny earned the title of salutatorian with a GPA of 105.12.

Ryan Polletta and Kian Donnelly were recognized as top national scholarship winners.

“Riley is the kind of student who makes an impact in every space she enters,” said Babylon Junior-Senior High School Principal Al Cirone.

Wteered with Birthday Wishes of Long Island since elementary school. She plans to study business in college.

Cirone described Jamisyn as a student who “brings both passion and purpose into everything she does,” adding, “She’s determined, self-aware, loyal and fiercely dedicated to her goals.”

e know you’re not here as Val and Sal because you woke up yesterday and decided to do so. This is the culmination of all your hard work and dedication over the years.

CARISA MANZA, Superintendent of schools

“Whether it’s the classroom, the soccer field, the basketball court, the morning announcements or as a cheerleader, she brings education, energy and heart to everything she does.”

Riley served as class president throughout high school, led the debate club to regional success, captained the varsity soccer team and has volun-

Jamisyn was active in theater, dance and competitive vocal performance throughout high school. She plans to study neuroscience in college.

“Riley and Jamisyn, you truly are a source of pride for us,” said Superintendent of Schools Carisa Manza.

“We know you’re not here as Val and Sal because you woke up yesterday and decided to do so. This is the culmination of all your hard work and dedication over the years.”

The two other seniors were recognized for earning top national scholarships.

Ryan received the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) Scholarship, valued at $180,000 and covering tuition, books, living ex-

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Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald photos

Supervisor Rich Schaffer talks about renovation of Babylon Central Fire and Rescue Alarm facility.

Shown are Attorney Hanzel Batista; Chair of Fearless

Keith P. Brown; Erica Chase, Long Island Regional Director for The

Business Development Center, Paul Bellini, CPA; and Walter J. Mejia; Executive Director for the NYS Assembly Republican Conference’s Office of Community Affairs.

Brown holds workshop to help accessing grants for non-profits

Assemblyman Keith P. Brown, 12th District, hosted a workshop March 29, to help non-profit organizations learn how to access grants and understand the grant application process. Brown hosted this event in collaboration with the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), the Long Island Hispanic Pastoral Association and Fearless Footsteps. Presenters included M&T Bank’s Department of Community Outreach, Smithtown Attorney Hanzel Batista, Hauppauge CPA Paul Bellini and many

others.

“Thank you to all of our incredible non-profit organizations that participated in this important event,” said Brown. “In order for these organizations to provide support services and resources to members of our community, it is essential they have access to grants that will help them continue to run efficiently and provide the best services possible.

For more information on grants for non-profit groups and small business, call Brown’s office, at 631-261-4151

Babylon Village Spring Fling seeking vendors for May 3

The Babylon Village Spring Fling will take place on May 3 from 12 to 5 p.m. and the Village Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking vendors.

Explore, dine and shop the Business District while enjoying musical entertainment throughout the village at the Chamber’s annual Spring Fling. The

event will include children’s activities, inflatables, games and prizes.

There will also be outdoor dining and shopping promotions at the village’s unique boutiques.

To register to be a vendor, visit babylonchamber.com/events.

9/11 Memorial and Museum hosts community resilience forum May 1

A mere 10 blocks from the World Trade Center, Chinatown was the largest residential area affected by 9/11. Much of the impact was strikingly visible as the collapse of the Twin Towers filled the neighborhood with heavy smoke, dust and debris. The aftermath of the attacks challenged the community as tourism declined, businesses closed and health concerns amongst residents rose.

To better understand the consequences, Senior Curator of Oral History and Vice President of Collections Amy

Weinstein along with Professor of Sociology at Hunter College Margaret Chin, writer and educator Annie Tan and retired FDNY Lieutenant Jacob Chin will reflect on their own experiences in Chinatown during and after the attacks and discuss how the neighborhood was forever shaped by this tragedy.

The presentation will take place on May 1 from 6 to 7 p.m.

To register, visit shorturl.at/2oOmM. The 9/11 Memorial and Museum is located at 180 Greenwich St., New York, NY.

Courtesy Assemblyman Keith Brown

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Volunteer fire departments are hosting ‘Light Up Red,’ a statewide weekend event to boost local memberships

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

Volunteer fire departments across New York state will open their doors to the public this weekend, April 26–27, as part of the 16th annual RecruitNY campaign, an effort aimed at boosting volunteer membership in local fire departments.

The statewide event is being organized by the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY).

As part of the campaign, FASNY will also relaunch its “Light Up NY Red” initiative to raise awareness about the need for volunteer firefighters. From April 2127, residents, businesses, landmarks and government buildings are being encouraged to display red lighting to support the effort.

“We are hoping that all New Yorkers will help us shine the ‘light’ red for the recruitment of volunteer firefighters across the state this April,” said FASNY President Eugene Perry. “FASNY is working with state and local officials to get some of New York’s biggest landmarks involved in this program again this year. It would be great to see even more participation in support of this initiative, and to help departments gain more volunteers.”

Notable landmarks that participated in last year’s campaign included Niagara Falls State Park, the JMA Wireless Dome at Syracuse University, and several county and municipal buildings in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

“These lights symbolize FASNY’s commitment to a tradition of community and a sense of camaraderie, and we are very grateful for the support,” Perry said.

Suffolk County EMS, Member Jason Jessup, FASNY Representative Gene, Vito Graziano, Commissioner Robin Brown, Deer Park Fire Department Chief Rob Macaluso.

We are hoping that all New Yorkers will help us shine the ‘light’ red for the recruitment of volunteer firefighters across the state this April.

“As the North Amityville Fire Company continues to serve and protect our community, we warmly invite you to join our family. We are currently recruiting new members and we encourage you to come and lend your support by becoming a part of our team,” said Amityville Chief of Department Vince McLeod.

EUGENE PERRY President, FASNY

Volunteer fire departments statewide continue to face such challenges as declining membership and increasing emergency call volumes. According to FASNY, New York has about 40,000 fewer volunteer firefighters than it did two decades ago. Economic pressures, time constraints and other lifestyle demands have made recruiting and retaining volunteers more difficult.

Volunteer firefighters respond to a variety of emergencies, including fires, medical calls, vehicle accidents, downed power lines and lithium battery incidents. Officials say increasing the volunteer ranks is essential to maintaining public safety.

“We need to attract and maintain volunteers in order to provide adequate protection for our communities,” said Scott A. Thebold, president of the S.C. Firefighters Association and a member of the Yaphank Fire Department. “The problem

is that we get many who volunteer, we train them, and then they leave, primarily because of the lack of affordable housing on Long Island.”

“Young people join, but then go to college, get married and move away simply because they can’t afford to live on Long Island,” he added. “We have to do whatever we can to address this issue and keep volunteerism alive.”

Kevin McFlynn, president of the Nassau County Firefighters Association, echoed those concerns.

“To me the biggest problem is affordability here in Nassau,” McFlynn said. “Nassau is a very expensive place to live, which means that most people have to have two jobs and don’t have the time to give to be a volunteer.”

He added that times have changed, noting: “It’s not like when a local businessman could hear the fire alarm, lock his doors and go serve the community — that’s just not something they can do anymore.”

McFlynn emphasized the urgency of bringing in new recruits, saying that many departments rely on aging volunteers.

“I can’t do what I did when I was 20 years old, like climb ladders and drag hoses,” he said. “I hope the RecruitNY campaign encourages more people to participate and volunteer.”

FASNY is encouraging communities to share their support for the “Light Up NY Red” campaign on social media using the hashtag #LightUpNYRed. Photos and captions can also be emailed to photos@fasny. com for possible inclusion in Volunteer Firefighter magazine and on FASNY’s social media platforms.

For more information about RecruitNY or to find a participating fire department, visit www.recruitny.org

Local participating fire departments

NORTH AMITYVILLE

April 26 & 27: noon to 4 p.m.

601 Broadway, Amityville • For information call 631-789-5285

NORTH LINDENHURST

April 26 & 27: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

1630 Straight Path, Lindenhurst • For information call 631-226-9783

WEST BABYLON

April 26 & 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

1630 Straight Path • For information call 631-226-9783

Statistics on volunteer firefighters in the United States

• According to the US Fire Administration, usfa.fema.gov, there are 1,054,400 active career volunteer and paid per call firefighters representing almost 87 percent of the registered departments’ personnel in the United States.

• Approximately 93 percent of New York’s 1,700 fire departments are volunteer based.

—opengovny.com/fire-department

• A report by FASNY, noted that New York State’s nearly 100,000 volunteer firefighters save taxpayers $3.87 billion annually in salary and benefits, and potential debt service.

• Property taxes across the state would rise on average 26.5 percent to for paid departments (taxes would rise between 3.3 percent and 123 percent depending on the county), which would include the cost of hiring firefighters and acquiring equipment and

buildings.

• The report also found that fire response times across the state are getting better due to the recent addition of more than 20,000 volunteer firefighters through the SAFER grant.

The full report can be found at www.fasny.com/economicstudy

Firefighters in New York State are eligible for significant benefits, including:

• Free training and equipment.

• Tax breaks and essential insurance coverage under the Volunteer Firefighter Benefits Law (VFBL).

• Scholarships and tuition reimbursement for college.

• Opportunity to learn and build your resume.

•A sense of pride and a flexible schedule for work-life balance.

•An opportunity for career growth and some financial aid.

Courtesy North Amityville Fire Department

Shown in photo are: Don Lynch, Suffolk County Fire Marshal, Assistant Chief Devon Rhoden, Joe Trzepizur, Captain Queen Ervin, Chief Vince McLeod, Danny Keagan,

Last Hope Animal Rescue Thrift & Treasures Grand Opening May 1, in Huntington

A wonderful way to start May! The official grand opening and Huntington Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for Last Hope Animal Rescue’s new Thrift & Treasures Shop, located at 310 New York Ave., will take place Thursday, May 1, at 5 p.m.

To celebrate the occasion, customers will receive an additional 10% off all purchases — on top of regular weekly sales — from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day.

Pets, Pets, Pets...

JOANNE ANDERSON

The Thrift & Treasures Shop supports Last Hope’s mission to rescue and place orphaned dogs and cats, while also funding public outreach programs such as Fix-A-Feral. After three and a half years at a nearby location, Last Hope relocated to this larger, more visible storefront (across from the former Book Revue) in February.

Founded in Huntington 44 years ago by two women determined to save dogs at the local town shelter, Last Hope has grown significantly from its humble beginnings of foster homes and vet boarding. Today, the nonprofit boasts more than 400 volunteers, operates an Adoption Center at 3300 Beltagh Ave. in Wantagh, and partners with four satellite cat adoption sites inside retail stores.

More than 30 volunteers currently run the new thrift shop — with room for more helping hands.

Last Hope rescues pets from Long Island, impoverished areas of the southern U.S., and Puerto Rico. Each year, the group finds homes for approximately 500 cats and 300 dogs, while improving the lives of thousands more through low-cost spay/ neuter vouchers and TNR (Trap/Neu-

ter/Return) clinics.

Flea Market Roots

Over the past three decades, Last Hope built a loyal following through monthly flea markets hosted at two Nassau County churches. Jewelry was always the biggest draw. When the COVID-19 pandemic made church spaces unavailable, Last Hope opened a small thrift store in 2021.

What began as a “Cocker Spaniel-sized” space quickly grew into a “St. Bernard-sized” need. The new location offers room to display a wide variety of high-quality, donated merchandise in a safe, appealing environment — especially important as rescue expenses, particularly veterinary care, continue to rise.

The Magic of Thrifting for a Cause

The thrift shop is more than a retail outlet — it’s a mission-driven marketplace. Donated items find new homes, while proceeds support homeless pets. Designer handbags, costume jewelry, and vintage décor are transformed into food, heartworm treatments, and surgeries for animals in need.

Thrifting through a nonprofit like Last Hope is recycling at its best. Donations stay out of landfills while fueling rescue efforts.

Donations With a Story

Many donors and customers are longtime supporters or pet adopters. Visitors often share updates about their Last Hope pets, sometimes recognizing them from Facebook posts.

As the organization’s social media writer, I can pull up archived photos from their pet’s adoption day.

Some items arrive with unique provenance. One woman, who adopted a Last Hope dog, donated a handmade

monkey doll given to her by an FAO Schwarz employee — a patient of her late father, who was a doctor. The charming stuffed animal sold immediately after the story was shared.

The shop’s inventory includes designer handbags, home décor, holiday decorations, costume jewelry, quality clothing and shoes, pet supplies, housewares, and an ever-changing selection of rare finds.

Refreshments will be served during the ribbon cutting from 5 to 6 p.m. Thrift & Treasures regular hours:

Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Donations are accepted during business hours at the Huntington shop and the Wantagh Adoption Center. For more information, call 631-671-2588. Follow us online: Facebook:@lasthopeincthriftshop Instagram: @lasthopenythriftshop

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: Please note: All meetings are subject to change without notice.

SUNDAY, April 27

• “My Betsey”-The Remarkable Wife of Alexander Hamilton: 2 p.m at the Village of Babylon Historical & Preservation Society, located at 117 W. Main St., Babylon Vilage. Elizabeth Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton came from widely different family backgrounds, yet their marriage was a great success. Included in this talk are their eight children; her reaction to his affair with Maria Reynolds; his fatal duel with Aaron Burr in 1804. She lived for 50 more years as a widow salvaging the reputation of her distinguished husband and working on behalf of orphans

and public education in New York. This program is presented by Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan. For more info., call the museum at 631-669-1756.

THURSDAY, May 1

• Village of Babylon Architectural Review Board: 8 p.m. @ Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email info@villageofbabylonny.gov, or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny

SATURDAY, May 3

• Our Lady of Grace Choir Concert: 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Church, 666 Albin Ave. West Babylon. Free will offering, all welcome, just walk in. Light hospitality to follow. For further information, call 631-587-5185.

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The front window and sign for the new Last Hope Animal Rescue Thrift & Treasures shop in Huntington.

Herald gala celebrates L.I.’s top lawyers

Legal excellence and community service are honored at Heritage Club gathering of 300

By Brian Norman

Some of Long Island’s top attorneys were honored for their professional achievements and community contributions at the 2025 Herald Top Lawyers of Long Island Awards Gala at the Heritage Club in Bethpage on April 8.

More than 300 people attended the gala, where 50 of Long Island’s top attorneys, nominated by their peers, were recognized for their professional excellence and dedication to their communities.

Before the awards ceremony, attorneys gathered for a cocktail hour, where they had the opportunity to meet and connect with fellow honorees and colleagues.

Stuart Richner, president and CEO of Richner Communications Inc., opened the ceremony by thanking all of those who were in attendance for their dedication to their professions and the people they serve. “Lawyers are pivotal in navigating business and personal matters, and we admire the commitment that our honorees have to their clients and all of the institutions they serve,” Richner said.

He added that a portion of the proceeds from the gala would be donated to the WE CARE fund, the charitable arm of the Nassau County Bar Association. The gala attracted representatives from law firms across Long Island. Among those honored were Minevich Law Group, Villacorta Law Group, JAG Law Group, Schroder & Storm LLP, and Meyer Suozzi Attorneys at Law.

Thomas A. Kenniff, a criminal defense attorney and founding partner of Raiser & Kenniff P.C., was the keynote speaker. He detailed his high-profile defense of Marine veteran Daniel Penny last year, when the Long Island native was acquitted of homicide charges stemming from a fatal subway confrontation with a man who had a history of violent behavior.

Kenniff said he was humbled to speak in front of the gala honorees, and honored to be recognized by his peers as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award.

“It’s very humbling, and it’s difficult to speak and be recognized by a crowd of this caliber,” he said. “You look around the room and see first-class attorneys, household names in the legal industry, and you can’t help but ask yourself, ‘Why me?’ It’s a tremendous honor.”

Nicholas Papain, director and managing member of Sullivan Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo P.C., was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Papain, who has spent his entire career with the firm since joining it in 1978, has been a personal injury lawyer for 47 years. He has represented families of first responders to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and played a key role in securing a $700 million settlement for rescue and recovery workers.

“I represent people who have been

attended to celebrate award winners recognition.

catastrophically injured, and offer them, through our work for them, some financial security for the losses that they have suffered,” Papain said. “It’s a huge honor, I am very humbled by it, I am very appreciative of it, and I am fortunate to be in this position.”

Other honorees included Svetlana Minevich, of the Minevich Law Group, named top health care attorney; Eduardo M. Villacorta, of Villacorta Law Group, recognized as top immigration attorney; and Marjorie Mesidor, of Mesidor PLLC, honored as top employ-

ment discrimination attorney. Mesidor said that to be recognized for what she does drives her to do well. “To be recognized for the work that you are doing is always a great motivator, particularly in times like these, where you feel like there is a lot going on in our country both socially and politically and in the legal field,” Mesidor said. “So this helps to put a little gas in your tank, so to speak, and encourages me to keep going.”

Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP was among the firms with multiple members

The Schroder and Strom, LLP team, Allison Brewi (left), Nicolette MainiMoligano, Robert Goldstein, Esq., Edward Mohlenhoff, Esq., Anthony Forzaglia, Esq., Honorees Joseph C. Packard, Esq. and Christopher P. Byrnes Esq., Jeremy May, Esq., Asad Jilani, Michael Spellman, Esq. (right).

honored, and was recognized as the Top Law Firm on Long Island for the seventh consecutive year. Managing Partner Joseph G. Milizio said that it was a great feeling to receive the award at this point in his career.

“This award is an honor, and it means that I am at a stage in my career where I am able to be recognized for the things that I have done,” he said, “and that is a great feeling.”

For a full list of honorees and to view more pictures please visit: RichnerLive. com/toplawyerawards.

Tim Baker/Herald photos

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Deborah A. Kelly, Esq. from Mejias, Milgrim, Alvarado, & Lindo, P.C.

Marjorie Mesidor from Mesidor PLLC.

Platinum Sponsor, Eduardo M. Villacorta, Esq. from Villacorta Law Group.

Courtesy Nixon Peabody

Allan Cohen (left), Honorees, Ashley Mistretta, Neil Diskin, and Christopher J. Moro (right) pose for photo representing their firm, Nixon Peabody LLP.

Honorable Joseph Spinola from Resolute Systems, LLC.

Anthony A. Nozzolillo Esq. accepts his award for Real Estate Law.

Jason A. Greenberg, Esq. from JAG Law Group.

Laurette D. Mulry accepts her award for her work with Legal Aid of Suffolk County, Inc.

Matthew T. McDonough, Esq. CRE accepts his award for Municipal Law.

Charles Skop from Meyer Suozzi, English, and Klein, P.C.

Ellen N. Savino from Sahn Ward Braff Coschignano PLLC.

Neil Diskin Esq. from Nixon Peabody.

Kathryn C. Cole from Greenberg Traurig.

Michael S. Amato from Ruskin Mosco Faltischek, P.C.

Platinum Sponsor, Svetlana Minevich from Minevich Law Group, P.C.

Amy E. Bedell from Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP.

Holden Leeds/Herald photos

The Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP team, Roy Schwartz (left), Joseph Trotti, Katherin Valdez-Lazo, Theresa DeStasio, Honorees Joseph G. Milizio and Kristine Garcia-Elliott, Helen L. Tuckman, and Philip Hornberger. (right).

Nicholas Papain from Sullivan, Papain Block McManus Coffinas & Cannavo, P.C.

Copiague joins flag football craze

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

The Copiague girls flag football team is building something special under the guidance of head coach Phil Fortuno.

The Eagles have started their first year with a 1-6 record, the only win coming over Huntington, 12-0 on April 9. However, in just the early stages of the program’s growth, Fortuno is laying the foundation for long-term success by focusing not only on winning, but on creating a strong culture rooted in commitment, discipline, and competitiveness.

“This is about building the culture of the program,” Fortuno said. “I expect the girls to come prepared every day, to compete in practice just like they do in games.” It’s a philosophy that’s already started to resonate with his players, many of whom are multi-sport athletes bringing their leadership and intensity from other arenas to the flag football field.

Leading the way is senior captain Maya Rybka, a two-sport athlete who is also a standout volleyball player. “She’s a natural born leader,” said Fortuno. “She’s so intelligent and has done a nice job stepping up while we look for a true QB.”

On the field, senior Glorianni Feliz is a force on both sides of the ball. Also a decorated volleyball player, she is the leader in flag pulls on the team. “She has made some huge contributions for us,” Fortuno said. “She has already recorded two interceptions so her defensive abilities have developed so nicely.”

Also holding down the defense is senior Chloe Allen-Jackson, the team’s top cover corner. Chloe is no stranger to athletic excellence, as she is a three-sport athlete who’s earned all-county honors in basketball and was a captain on the gymnastics team. “She consistently lines up against the opponent’s top receiver,” said Fortuno. “Her combination of skill and competitive drive sets the tone for the defense.”

Junior Amaya McFadden is a player that can do it all. A team captain and elite flag puller, McFadden is known for her versatility and willingness to fill any role

HERALD SPORTS Chemistry always key for West Babylon

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become a breakout star for the Eagles in their inaugural flag football campaign.

asked of her. “We like to call her Ms. Utility,” Fortuno said.

Then there’s Kerah McHugh, who has quickly become the team’s breakout star. A gritty competitor with a basketball background, McCue ranks in the top five in the county in rushing, with over 650 yards and eight touchdowns already to her name. “She plays with unmatched intensity and passion,” said Fortuno. “She’s just such a tough kid who loves to compete.”

Even the younger players are making an impact. Freshman Gianna Thomas has stepped in as a starting corner and is currently second on the team in flag pulls. “She has gravitated to the sport and gone all in,” Fortuno said.

For Coach Fortuno, who last coached girls while leading a volleyball team in Brooklyn, this experience has been a refreshing return. “It’s a different pace from coaching varsity basketball. These girls are new to the game, and they’re so receptive and eager to learn. It’s been incredible to watch them grow,” he said. “I’m proud to be part of this, and the hope is to build it into a playoff caliber program.”

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

For 16 seasons, coach Colleen Kilgus has led the West Babylon girls’ lacrosse team with passion, consistency, and a deep love for the game. Her dedication to the program has not only developed top-tier athletes but also cultivated a close-knit community where players stay connected long after they graduate.

“I still speak to girls I coached 16 years ago,” Kilgus says, reflecting on the lasting bonds forged through the sport. That sense of family continues to be the heartbeat of this year’s group.

This season, the Eagles are packed with standout talent and undeniable chemistry. Leading the way is Avery Vergano, a fiveyear player and senior heading to play at the Division I level at Cincinnati next year. Avery’s leadership and grit set the tone both on and off the field. “She’s a coach’s dream,” Kilgus says. “She leads by example, she’s tough, and she brings the team together.”

Another returning top talent is Giavanna Coldanato, a junior who has been at the varsity level since middle school. “She has tons of experience,” Kilgus said. “She has been a part of our team since middle school and her comeback from injury last season has energized us. She’s the kind of player who changes the game the second she steps on the field.”

In goal, the Eagles have two major assets. According to Kilgus, senior Charlotte Bilicki has emerged as one of the top goalies in Suffolk County, known for her quick reflexes and fearless play. Alongside her is junior Victoria Pelliccione, a versatile player who’s stepped into the goalie position when needed. “Victoria can really do it all,” Kilgus adds. “We’re lucky to have that kind of flexibility.”

Offensively, the Eagles are a threat from all angles. Lindsey Olivar, a lefty attacker, adds a dynamic edge to their offense, while Emily Paolillo has become one of the top attackers in the region, constantly drawing double teams and still finding ways to score. “Emily has such a natural feel for the game,” Kilgus says. “She’s one of the most creative players we’ve had.”

Freshman Ella Stuart has contributed to the offense for the Eagles, who won four of their first seven games.

Holding down the defense is Chloe Downey, one of the Eagles’ top defenders. Her instincts, speed, and ability to read the offense make her a cornerstone of the Eagles’ back line. “Chloe gives us stability and strength,” Kilgus says. “She makes everyone around her better.”

West Babylon has had a roller coaster season so far. After starting the season 3-0, thanks to wins over Lindenhurst, Southampton, and Glenn, the Eagles lost three straight to fall back to .500 but have since defeated Hauppauge 12-3. Leading the way in scoring was Avery Vergano with five goals. Emily Paolillo and freshman Ella Stuart also contributed offensively with two goals each.

With a core of veterans, rising young stars, and a coach who’s built a legacy of mentorship and pride, the West Babylon Eagles girls lacrosse team is more than ready for whatever comes next. Kilgus has noticed the steps in the right direction that they are taking. “Being with the girls at practice is my favorite part about this,” she said. “I just love watching them progress.”

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Meet some of our local scholars...

The following students were recently recognized for academic achievements and graduation at their respective colleges:

• Ryan M. Schoelermann of West Babylon recently graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Cum Laude.

• Daniel Haubenreich of Lindenhurst, a senior acting major at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, recently participated in SRU theatre’s

“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.”

• Carley Leto of Lindenhurst was one of 42 first-generation SUNY Oneonta students who were inducted into the Alpha Alpha Alpha National Honor Society. Leto is studying Childhood Education, grades 1 through 6, and is part of the class of 2026.

• Vanessa Danese of Lindenhurst was one of 51 SUNY Cortland students recently honored during the university’s 40 th annual Student Leadership

Give blood and earn a chance

to see Beyoncé in concert May 29

As spring approaches, the New York Blood Center, NYBC, is calling on New Yorkers, particularly young people and first-time donors, to give blood during a time of year when donations typically decline. With families traveling for spring break, enjoying warmer weather, and focusing on end-of-school-year activities, the seasonal drop in blood donations poses a challenge for hospitals and patients who depend on a steady supply of volunteer blood donors.

To encourage donations during this critical period, NYBC is offering a special incentive for music fans. Through April 30, those who donate blood at any NYBC

donor center will be entered for a chance to win two tickets to see Beyoncé on her Cowboy Carter Tour at MetLife Stadium on May 29, at 7 p.m.

All blood types are needed, particularly Type O negative and B negative donations. Blood donors can give every 56 days, and platelet donors may donate up to twice a month. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently lifted several eligibility restrictions, making it easier for more people to donate. For current eligibility guidelines, visit nybc.org or call 800-6880900.

To make an appointment, call 800-9332566 or go to donate.nybc.org.

Recognition Banquet.

• Julia Edmonds of Babylon, attending The University of Scranton and a senior journalism and electronic media major, was among the 30 students recently inducted into Alpha Mu Gamma, the national honor society for students of foreign languages.

• The following members of the New York Army National Guard were recently promoted: Sabia Akand of Lindenhurst, assigned to the Company B, 101st Expeditionary Signal Battalion, was promoted to the rank of specialist; Nicholas Didomenico of North Babylon, assigned to the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion,

142nd Aviation Regiment, was promoted to the rank of 1st lieutenant; Isis Fredericks of Lindenhurst, assigned to the Company A, NY Army National Guard Recruiting & Retention Battalion, was promoted to the rank of private 1st class; Rubens Michel of Deer Park, assigned to the 719th Transportation Company, was promoted to the rank of private 1st class; Nadine Nunez of Deer Park, assigned to the 107th Military Police Company, was promoted to the rank of specialist; and David Zimmerer of Babylon, assigned to the Company B, 2nd Battalion, 108th Infantry Regiment, was promoted to the rank of 1st lieutenant.

Babylon Village Arts Council presents Poetry in the Village, Thurs.,

The Babylon Village Arts Council will be hosting Poetry in the Village on May 1 at Jack Jack’s Coffee House from 7 to 9 p.m.

Featured poet Anthony Policano will be followed by an open mic. Policano is a board member of the Long Island Poetry Collective,. His poems have been published in many print and online journals and he has performed at The Bowery Poetry Club, Parkside Lounge, and the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association. His first book of poetry is “Before the Birth of Cool,” published

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by Words with Wings Press in December 2024. Admission is free. Open mic sign-up begins at 6:45 p.m. The event is curated and hosted by Deborah Hauser, the Poet Laureate of Suffolk County. Funding is provided by Poets & Writers, Inc.

Jack Jack’s Coffee House is at 223 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, For more information, visit babylonvillagearts.org.

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — April 24, 2025

Congressional Gold Medal posthumously awarded to Babylon resident Ralph Williams

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Ralph Williams, a Babylon native, was posthumously awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for his service in the U.S. military from 1942 to 1949 at Montford Point Camp, the segregated training facility for Black Marines at that time.

The Montford Point Marines were collectively awarded the medal at a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol on June 27, 2012. However, the Williams family only recently discovered their patriarch, who died in October 1992, was among those honored.

The discovery was made by Williams’ grandson, Gunnery Sgt. Eric Bordies, who is currently stationed in Okinawa, Japan, as an avionics department staff non-commissioned officer. While on recruiting duty in Norfolk, Virginia, Bordies was asked to attend a ceremony at the American Legion Joe Murphy Post 1957 in Roosevelt. They were planning to honor Corporal Arthur Hutchinson, a Montford Point Marine who received the Congressional Gold Medal.

The medal is one of the nation’s highest civilian honors, along with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. It is awarded by Congress and signed into law by the president, recognizing distinguished achievements and contributions by individuals or institutions.

Aware that his grandfather had served at Montford Point as a steward second class, Bordies shared the information with his family.

After hearing about the ceremony, Williams’ daughter, Vanda Bordies, began researching her father’s military history. She completed the necessary paperwork and confirmed that Montford Point Marines had received the Congressional Gold Medal.

To determine whether her father was among the recipients, she contacted the National Montford Point Marine Association’s New Jersey Chapter 45. Chapter member Kenneth Rollock connected her with Kelly Atkinson, the association’s Northern Region vice president, who confirmed Williams’ eligibility and arranged for the family to receive the medal at a formal ceremony.

Williams was honored on Dec. 15, 2024, at the American Legion Post 1957 in Roosevelt, alongside Hutchinson. Eric and Vanda Bordies both reflected on the significance of the medal for their family’s history and legacy.

“I thought it would be special for my dad, aunt and uncle, my wife, and children to witness and learn about what he went through and the impact those Marines had on future generations and society,” Eric said, adding that his wife, Yahmise, has also been a Marine for 15 years.

Asked what his grandfather might have thought of the honor, Eric said, “I assume he’d be very proud and would appreciate the recognition for enduring tough training during a time when African Americans were mistreated.”

Vanda said the recognition was emotional and deeply meaningful.

“It was such a great feeling, and wonderful to see all the other Marines there,” she said. “It’s great to keep this legacy going, and I felt special and honored to attend the ceremony.” She described her father as a “family man” and said she’s confident he would have been proud of the honor. “He would want to share the lineage and legacy,” she added.

Atkinson said it was particularly meaningful for him to present the award to the Williams family, because both Eric and Yahmise Bordies are active-duty gunnery sergeants — the same rank Atkinson held when he joined the Marine Corps.

“It was nostalgic in that regard,” he said.

Along with the medal — inscribed “For Outstanding Perseverance and Courage that Inspired Social Change in the Marine Corps” — Williams also got a certificate of recognition.

Williams raised three children — Vanda, Victor and Robert — and had four grandchildren: Robert Jr., BJ, Eric and Patty. He remained proud of his hometown and identified closely with his roots, his family said.

“He always considered himself a ‘Babylon person,’” Vanda noted.

A Brief History of Montford Point

In 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Fair Employment Act, which prohibited discrimination based on “race, creed, color, or national origin” in federal agencies. In response, the U.S. Marine Corps established Montford Point, a separate training facility for Black recruits at Camp Lejeune. Between 1942 and 1949, approximately 20,000 recruits trained there, breaking racial barriers in the military.

Retired Mgysgt James Carr who was also honored at the event, GySgt Eric Bordies, GySgt Yahmise Bordies and Kelly Atkinson, President and founding member of Montford Point Marine Association NJ Chapter 45.

Eric and Yahmise Bordies

Ralph Williams

North Babylon Kite Festival flying on April 26

The 5 th annual Kite Festival will be taking place on April 26 at Overlook Beach in Babylon from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Join the North Babylon Chamber of Commerce for a day of colorful kites, family fun and community excite-

ment. The event will offer a mix of entertainment and local vendors. Admission is free.

Overlook Beach is located via Ocean Parkway, Babylon.

For more information, call (631) 983-4283.

Babylon Village’s raffle basket auction May 1

The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Raffle Basket Auction at The Piermont on Thursday, May 1 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The auction will include food for purchase, cash bar and hundreds of baskets. The cost is $45, and includes 3 sheets of 26 tickets and dessert.

Sponsored by Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital, pro-

ceeds from this fundraiser will help pay for all the village events the chamber organizes.

To purchase tickets, visit, bvccbasketauction.eventbrite.com.

For more information, email hello@ babylonchamber.com

The Piermont is located at 494 Fire Island Ave., Babylon.

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon is seeking a list of items for food pantry

The First Presbyterian Church Food Pantry is in need of items this season. The church is requesting those interested in donating to stop by with any of the following items: pancake mix, oatmeal, boxed macaroni and cheese, spaghetti sauce, canned chicken, frozen beef patties, boxed potato, rice, canned soup and

peanut butter.

Donations can be dropped by the church house Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The First Presbyterian Church is located at 79 East Main St., Babylon. For more information, call (631) 5875838.

non-perishable food by your mailbox

West Islip ranks among top state school districts

West Islip School District is tied for the highest-ranking school district in New York State based on the 2023-2024 Language Arts Regents results, according to a recently published report by Syracuse.com.

West Islip is tied with 22 other school districts out of 634 across New York State. It is also among the top five on Long Island and the top two in Suffolk County. West Islip tested 316 students.

“Our district administrators, build-

ing administrators, and teachers made this tremendous accomplishment possible,” said Dr. Paul Romanelli, West Islip Union Free School District Superintendent of Schools. “Beginning in the early years with building a solid foundation in literacy, to the middle and high school years where our educators work to strengthen the reading, writing, and communication skills our students need to be successful, this is truly a team effort and a collective accomplishment.”

After 40 years of serving as your trusted financial advisor, I am excited to share an important update about my practice. I have joined Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc., an independent broker-dealer based in Jericho, NY, to better serve my clients with expanded resources and greater flexibility.

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Babylon School Board honors top seniors for academic excellence

penses and leadership training at select colleges. After that he will serve as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Marine Corps.

“Ryan’s success in earning this scholarship speaks volumes about his perseverance, hard work and leadership qualities,” Cirone said. “We’re incredibly proud of Ryan and look forward to the impact he’ll make in his academic and military career.”

Kian was awarded the prestigious QuestBridge National College Match scholarship, valued at more than $240,000. The full, four-year scholarship covers tuition, housing, meals and additional expenses. He plans to study premedicine at the University of Notre Dame.

“In addition to academic excellence, Kian is a dedicated athlete in varsity tennis and swimming,” Cirone said. “This opportunity reflects years of hard work, leadership and a deep commitment to both academic and personal growth. We’re so proud to celebrate his achievements.”

“You are the future leaders of America,” Manza told the four honorees. “I feel very confident that we’re in good hands knowing you are ready to go out there and take care of business. Congratulations to you all.”

Ryan Polletta, with his mother, Jennifer Polletta, earned the highly competitive Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) scholarship

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THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BABYLON

Corner of Deer Park Avenue and James Street in the Village of Babylon, 631-661-5151

Website: babylonumc.org

Pastor: The Rev. Melissa Boyer

SUNDAY SERVICES

9:30am - Worship in the Church Online at Website - 9:30am

Home of the James Street Players and the UMC Nursery School Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

Information

Kian Donnelly, with his aunt and uncle, was awarded the QuestBridge National College Match scholarship

Town of Babylon unveils upgraded fire and rescue dispatch facility

Town Historian Mary Cascone speaks on the history of the dispatch facility as other town officials and local firefighters look on.

CONTINUED FROM COVER ry about that information getting out,” Kenning said.

Before the tour, Town Historian Mary Cascone provided background on the Babylon Central Fire and Rescue Alarm Corporation, which has operated since 1962. Over time, local communities consolidated efforts to form a system that bypasses 911, improving emergency response time.

Babylon Central currently receives approximately 28,000 emergency calls and 35,000 non-emergency calls annually, and both numbers continue to rise.

In the event of a fire or medical emergency, residents can contact the Town of Babylon Central Fire and Rescue Alarm directly at (631) 226-1212 for immediate assistance.

Class of 2025 Valedictorian Riley Altman, left, and Salutatorian Jamisyn Cerny, right, with Babylon High School Assistant Principal Melissa Callahan and Principal Al Cirone.

STEPPING OUT

An Evening with Misty Copeland

By Karen Bloom

pring is calling — and there’s no better place to answer than at Old Westbury Gardens. As blooms burst into color and we shake off winter — and early spring’s chill — the beloved 200-acre historic estate is the perfect place to be.

Now a few weeks into its re-opening, this idyllic landmark is ready to enchant visitors with its lush gardens, a refreshed Westbury House and a calendar packed with events and activities. And this momentous season marks the conclusion of its 65th anniversary year as a public garden and historic home.

For Maura Brush, Old Westbury Gardens’ president and horticulturist extraordinaire, the milestone continues to carry a deep meaning.

“Our anniversary year is still ongoing and we have so much to offer,” she says. “And we’re excited about the event we have planned for the 100th anniversary of ‘The Great Gatsby’ being published.”

Gatsby enthusiasts will have to wait for fall to celebrate iconic novel. In the meantime, there’s so much to enjoy — right now.

“When the gardens first opened to the public, it was Peggy Phipps and her friends who helped usher in that new chapter. Sixty-five years later, we’re still here, thriving,” Brush says. It’s a real testament to how loved these gardens are.”

Indeed, it’s not just about surviving — it’s about flourishing. The estate, once home to prominent lawyer John Shaffer Phipps, draws record numbers of visitors and members alike, year after year, enticed by its historic charm and horticultural magic.

And that magic begins the moment you step through the gates.

“All winter long you’re sort of just looking for any signs of life in the garden,” Brush says, about the transition to spring.

“The smallest snowdrop or crocus means the world. And then when you hit this time of year it feels like I can take a walk in the garden in the morning, and by the afternoon something else has sprung up. I love that the garden really changes almost day to day.”

One of her favorite early spring spots? The serene lakeside.

“In the early part of the season, the lake areas are just

Old Westbury Gardens sets its sights on the exciting conclusion of a milestone anniversary year

stunning. The trees haven’t fully leafed out yet, so the

stunning. The trees haven’t fully leafed out yet, so the sunlight dances on the water,” she says.

Keep your eyes open for some of the garden’s wildest residents: turtles sunning on logs, ducks gliding and birdsong echoing through the trees.

“This time of year you start to see the turtles more,” she notes. “The logs are filled with those turtles trying to get their Vitamin D, getting any sun they can.”

Just like us.

• Old Westbury Gardens

71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

• For more information and program/events schedule visit oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048

Another mustvisit is the delightful Primrose Path, at its peak in April through mid-May. Here, you’ll find delicate primroses in vibrant hues, forget-me-nots and a scattering of ephemerals — in an expression seasonal joy.

As spring progresses, Old Westbury Gardens transforms week by week. Daffodils, fritillaria, tulips, and more unfurl in careful succession, planned and planted by Brush’s dedicated team.

Of course, you’ll want to head over to the Walled Garden where tulips are in spring’s spotlight.

“The tulips change every year. What we really try to do is create a display that starts with the very early spring tulips and goes to the late bloomers,” Brush explains. Some appear in early April while others flower closer to May, or even in the middle of May.

“We take a lot of pride in the tulip display,” she continues. “The combinations are very thoughtful. We’ll find a tulip that we really like and then we’ll try to find a pansy or some other annual that has some colors that bring out the tulip’s color and coordinate with that tulip. One row might be very ‘hot’ with ambers and yellows and oranges and then the center aisle will be very ‘cool’ with pale pink and silvery blues and purples. The Walled Garden is a masterpiece.”

Each year Old Westbury Gardens offers a soul-refreshing way to celebrate spring’s return. Plus the extensive schedule of programs enhances its surroundings — and its rich heritage.

“I am especially proud of the dynamic public programming we have curated,” Brush says.“Beloved favorites like Dog Days and Midsummer Nights return, alongside exciting new additions. From inspiring art programs and wellness, we always have a rich roster of programming because that’s who we are.

“It’s a legacy to the Phipps family that their lovely home is so enjoyed by so many people. I think that’s what Peggy envisioned when she so generously gifted Old Westbury Gardens. She had a very happy childhood and life here. Her vision was she would be able to share some of that with the generations to come after her. And that’s exactly what she’s done.”

So go ahead — let spring sweep you away. The gates are open, the flowers are blooming and it’s all more spectacular than ever.

Experience an intimate and inspiring night with Misty Copeland, the trailblazing ballerina who made history as the first Black female principal dancer at American Ballet Theatre. Hear her incredible journey, from overcoming obstacles to becoming a global icon in the dance world and beyond. Copeland has often spoken out about being “different” in the ballet scene. From living in a motel to dancing on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera House, her story of perseverance through poverty, racism, and overcoming setbacks from injury has made Copeland an inspiring figure to millions. She is joined in conversation by screenwriterauthor-producer Susan Fales-Hill. She reflects on lessons learned, the remarkable mentors who have guided her on her path and her hopes and aspirations for the future. Also enjoy a performance by members of the prestigious ABT Studio Company, media from Misty’s legendary and trailblazing career, and some surprises, including students of Copeland’s Be Bold program, her groundbreaking afterschool dance initiative.

Saturday, April 26, 7:30 p.m. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.

Jessie’s Girl

Drag out that neon once again and give your hair its best ‘80s ‘do. Those wild days are back — as only Jessie’s Girl can pull off, on the Paramount stage. The band of NYC’s top rock/ pop musicians and singers gets everyone into that “Back To The Eighties” vibe with the latest edition of their popular concert experience. With a lineup including four pop-rock vocalists dressing and performing as 80s icons, backed by a dynamic band, this is the definitive ‘80s experience. Throw on top of that: a load of super-fun choreography, audience participation, props, costumes bubbles, and confetti — and you have a party that audiences don’t want to leave. Jessie’s Girl has mastered over-the-top renditions of the some of world’s most unforgettable songs, all while dressed up as the iconic characters of that decade. Theater meets live music — covered with a load of ‘80s glitz.

Saturday, April 26, 8 p.m. $49.50, $37.50, $35, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Photos courtesy Old Westbury Gardens

Old Westbury Gardens enchants visitors with brilliant pops of color.

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

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•Where: 815 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon.

•Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 669-4020 or calendar.northbabylonpl. org/event/arbor-day-treegiveaway-244.

Vendor applications open for Argyle Park Annual Fair

The annual Argyle Fair takes place on Sept. 7 and vendor applications are now open. Participants will be notified by email when their application has been approved.

•Contact: babylonbeautification.org. or info@babylonbbs.org

Village of Babylon summer employment opportunities

Those looking for a fun and rewarding job this summer, consider the Village of Babylon. Applications are being accepted for the pool, highway and golf course and their Summer Recreation program.

•Contact: (631) 669-1500 or shorturl.at/a0tBa.

‘Elephant & Piggie’s We Are in a Play!’

The beloved musical adventure, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved award-winning, best-selling children’s books, is back on stage at Long Island Children’s Museum. Willems’ classic characters Elephant and Piggie storm the stage in a rollicking musical romp filled with plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense perfect for young audiences.

•Where: Museum Row, Garden City.

•Time: Also April 27, April 30-May 1, times vary

•Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

On stage

28 Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Stop by North Babylon Public Library to celebrate Arbor Day by planting two Atlantic ninebark seedlings.

Eastline Theatre stages “Yentl.”

Based on Isaac Bashevis Singer’s story story, it tells of a rabbi’s daughter in 19th century Poland who has studied the Torah and refuses to play the hausfrau role traditionally allotted to Jewish women.When her father dies, she disguises herself as a man and flees to another town where she continues her studies and

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Pink Talking Fish

•Where: 815 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon

• Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 669-4020

Tick/flea prevention seminar

Babylon Public Library hosts Medical Entomologist Dr. Scott Campbell, Chief of the Arthropod-Borne Disease Lab at Suffolk County’s Department of Health Services. He discuss the medically important tick species on Long Island, their biology, habitat, the pathogens they transmit, and the best strategies to prevent tick bites in adults and children. All attendees will receive a free tick removal kit and a tick disease handbook. Registration is required.

•Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon

•Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 669-1624 or babylonpl.librarycalendar.com/ event/tick-program-2909.

•Where: Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington

• Time: 8 p.m.

•Contact: landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Three mammoth bands. Three musical phenomenons. One idea inspired by love of the music. That’s Pink Talking Fish. The hybrid tribute fusion act takes the music from three iconic bands creating a remarkable musical jam. PTF brings their unique sound to the Landmark on Main Street stage, on their latest tour celebrating the 50th anniversary of the incredible Pink Floyd album “Wish You Were Here.” This show consists of two sets. The first will be a full rendition of this epic album from start to finish, with “Classic PTF” combinations in the second set. “Wish You Were Here” is extremely meaningful to the band members and so many music lovers around the world and PTF is thrilled to bring this album to life in 2025. Although the music from each act is different, PTF has discovered that fusing the material together creates an amazing story. The epic emotion of Pink Floyd; the funky, danceable layerings of The Talking Heads; the styles, unique compositional structures and pure fun of Phish — to merge these three into one gives music lovers a special experience. Tickets are $49 and $46.

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•Where: BACCA Arts Center, 149 North Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.

•Time: Through April 26, 7:30 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 587-3696; registration at eastline.ludus. com/index.php.

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Earth Day Beach Cleanup

Celebrate Earth Day at beautiful Sands Preserve Preserve! Join the efforts to help prevent plastic and other harmful materials from polluting our oceans and help keep the preserve’s shoreline clean. Bring your own gloves, all other materials will be provided. No registration is required. All beach cleanup volunteers receive free admission to the Preserve, as a thank you for their help in this important mission.

•Where: 127 Middle Neck Road, Sands Point

•Time: noon-2 p.m.

•Contact: sandspointpreserveconservancy. org or call (516) 570-2185 or email info@sandspointpreserve. org

Arbor Day Festival

Planting Fields Arboretum State Park welcomes all to its annual Arbor Day Festival, celebrating the importance of trees and environmental conservation. Activities include exciting children’s crafts, kids tree climb with Wonderland Tree Care, plant clinic, tree seedling giveaways, educational booths, tree plantings with Smokey the Bear in which everyone can participate, and more. $30 per vehicle. Registration recommended.

•Where: 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay.

•Time: Through April 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

•Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210

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Historical program

The Village Babylon Historical and Preservation Society invites all to “My Betsey: The Remarkable Wife of Alexander Hamilton.” Learn about Alexander Hamilton’s wife Elizabeth Schuyler at the free program.

•Where: 117 W. Main St., Babylon.

• Time: 2-3:30 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 669-1756

Book presentation

Discuss Robert Viagas’s “Right This Way: A History of the Audience,” with the Historical Society of Islip Hamlet at Islip Public Library. The book talk covers a pop history of audiences through the ages, everything from the ancient Greeks, Lincoln’s assassination, history of applause and booing and group reactions at sports events up to and including binge-watching television, what the audience experience brings us and how it may evolve in the 2020s. No feel.

•Where: 71 Monell Ave.

•Time: 2-4 p.m.

•Contact: (631) 559-2915 or isliphamlethistory.org

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Backyard wildlife

What lives in your backyard? Children in grades K-5 can meet a variety of animals that might live in their neighborhoods at North Babylon Public Library. The presentation helps families to realize the importance of looking after our resident wildlife and how we can be better neighbors. Meet a box turtle, an opossum, a rabbit, a screech owl, and a surprise guest or two. Registration not required.

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Suffolk County Department of Labor information session

Suffolk County Department of Labor visits

North Babylon Public Library with an information table. Resources include literature for DOL services, career fair and workshop flyers, NYS labor department programs and resources for veterans.

•Where: 815 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon

•Time: 10 a.m.-noon

•Contact: (631) 669-4020

Having an event? Items on The Calendar page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to kbloom@ liherald.com.

Book club presentations encourage reading at West Babylon JHS

For their end-ofquarter assessment, students in Lauren Shaw’s class at West Babylon Junior High School participated in a book club presentation, sharing their insights and understanding of their chosen book. Each prepared a creative project, such as character diary entries, a book review, a wanted poster, a theme analysis, pointof-view analysis or an alternate ending, while highlighting key themes, plot points and character development. Students presented their projects to the class to share their thoughts about the book, encouraging their peers to read the story as well.

Courtesy West Babylon School District

Discover Long Island gears up for busy tourism season

Discover Long Island, the marketing organization promoting Long Island to the world, held its annual meeting and legislative breakfast at Hilton Long Island on March 14.

Discover LI presented its agenda for the year and premiered its new YouBelong campaign, featuring stories of local Long Islanders and business owners. “2025 is already proving to be a monumental year, and there is much more on the horizon,” said Mitchell Pally, chairman of the Discover LI board of directors.

In 2023, travelers spent $7.5 billion while visiting Long Island, in large part as a result of Discover Long Island’s global marketing of the region as a premier travel destination. With events like the 2025 Ryder Cup, the 100th anniversary of “The Great Gatsby” and the 2026 NHL All-Star Game, Long Island is expecting an unprecedented number of visitors in the coming months.

–Madison Gusler

The role of tourism in boosting the local economy

The goal of Discover LI is to increase tourism in the region, because tourism drives revenue across the Island. Over 42 million tourists visited Long Island in 2023, generating $900 million in local and state tax revenue. During peak season, tourism generates over 100,000 jobs.

With 11 social media channels and over 10 million followers, Discover LI promotes Long Island tourism to audiences around the globe.

Targeting high-value international visitors and promoting local exploration

Discover LI’s team attends tourism trade shows around the world to promote Long Island internationally. They target high-value visitors who spend more when they visit. When travelers come to LI from outside the region, they spend on hotels, dining and activities.

And Discover LI isn’t ignoring residents, featuring hyper-local marketing that aims to acquaint Long Islanders with new experiences in their own backyards.

Discover LI’s digital advances, with NearMe app and AI implementation

Discover LI has made strides in digital options for those planning a visit. Its AI chatbot, LiLi, was launched in 2024, and has since sent 6,071 messages. LiLi speaks a number of languages, and has saved Discover LI staff more than 200 hours of work.

The Discover LI app, which has seen a 300 percent increase in downloads since 2024, generates suggestions for dining and entertainment near users and provides information about the area.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., -againstMARIE C. LANES

A/K/A MARIE

LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 5, 2025, wherein BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. is the Plaintiff and MARIE C. LANES

A/K/A MARIE

LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on May 14, 2025 at 2:30PM, premises known as 512 LEADER AVENUE, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100116.00-01.00-106.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH BABYLON, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601035/2019. James A. Pascarella, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff.

All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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Notice of formation of Walela Advisors, LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/17//2024 Office location, County of Suffolk.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.  SSNY shall mail a process served to: Walela Advisors, LLC, 45 Duke Street, Deer Park NY 11729

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Notice of formation of Sweet Life Transport Services LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/16/2025 Office located in County of Suffolk.

SSNY has been designated for service of process.

SSNY shall mail a copy of process served to: Sweet Life Transport Services LLC, 117 Sammis Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729 Purpose: any lawful act.

25-193. 4/3, 10, 17, 24, 5/1, 8

ASSESSOR'S OATH STATE OF NEW YORK ) COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ) SS: TOWN OF BABYLON )

I, the undersigned, do depose and swear

that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, I have set forth in the 2025/2026 Tentative Assessment Roll attached hereto or filed herewith all the real property situated in the assessing unit in which I am Assessor and with the exception of assessments made by the New York State Office of Real Property Services, I have estimated the value of such real property at the sums which I have determined to be in accordance with the provisions of Section Three Hundred Five of the Real Property Tax Law.

Matthew R. Cronin, IAO Assessor Town of Babylon 25-221 - 4/24

Notice of formation of NextPhase Properties LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/28/2025

Office location, County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: The LLC, 875 S 7th St, Lindenhurst NY11757

Purpose: any lawful act.

25-168. 3/27, 4/3, 10, 17, 24, 5/1

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0343-25-107254 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Hotel under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 25 E Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Top Flight LI Sound, LLC. 25-217. 4/17, 24

Public Notices

NOTICE OF FORMATION: CST HANDYMAN & WOODWORKING, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 04/03/25. Office loc.: SUFFOLK CO. SSNY designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail process to CRAIG TUPOT, 128 41ST ST., LINDENHURST, NY 11757. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

25-211. 4/17, 24, 5/1, 8, 15, 22

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR IOF III TRUST 2A, Plaintiff, vs. AMERICAN'S NUMBER ONE FASHION ICON INC, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 27, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Town of Babylon, Babylon Town Hall,200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM, premises known as 204 CARNATION DRIVE, FARMINGDALE A/K/A EAST FARMINGDALE, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0100, Section: 001.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 005.018. Approximate amount of judgment is $716,436.72 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 600629/2024.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee's attorney, or the Referee.

KEITH

O'HALLORAN, Esq., Referee

Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-226. 4/24, 5/1, 8,15

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Community Loan Servicing LLC, Plaintiff, vs. JDS IFG JV LLC, Et Al., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 30, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 29, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 40 Bay Shore Avenue, Bayshore, NY 11706. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Islip, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0500, Section 393.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $551,593.35 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612119/2024.

Brian Egan, Esq., Referee

Polsinelli PC, 600 Third Avenue, 42nd Floor, New York, New York 10016, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-225. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE RALI 2006-QS12, Plaintiff AGAINST TAREQ MOLLAH A/K/A TAREQ M. MOLLAH; ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 6, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM, premises known as 130 Claremont Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 141.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 057.000 and 058.003. Approximate amount of judgment $1,016,322.20 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #203752/2022. Francesco Paolo Tini, Esq., Referee Fein, Such, Kahn & Shepard, P.C. 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800 Rochester, NY 14614 SPSNY760 85195 25-228. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, US Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Aiysha Nugent, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure

and Sale duly entered on November 21, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 27, 2025 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 13 Ronald Drive South a/k/a 13 S. Ronald Drive, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 165.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 038.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $413,568.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #208150/2022. Cash will not be accepted.

Alison M. Varley, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-223. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, Not in its Individual Capacity but Solely in its Capacity as Owner Trustee for Onity Loan Acquisition Trust 2024-HB2, Plaintiff, vs. Lynn Ruben, as Heir, Devisee, Distributee of the Estate of Florence M. Bannister, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Default Judgment, Amend the Caption, and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 5, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst,

NY 11757 on May 27, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 120 Manhattan Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 140.00, Block 04.00 and Lot 003.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $470,013.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #620205/2021.

Scott Siller, Esq., Referee

Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-224. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

#7556148 121704 Notice of formation of Heart in Mind Integrative Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on March 5th 2025. Office located in Suffolk. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the PLLC 12 Lowerre St Babylon NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 25-232 4/24, 5/1, 9, 15, 22, 29

April 24, 2025 —

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that (Procedural Motion 14-2025) a request has been made for the Suffolk County Legislature to consent to the merger of Wellwood Cemetery and Beth Moses Cemetery, both located in West Babylon, New York, pursuant to 451 of the NEW YORK REAL PROPERTY LAW and Section 1506(c) of the NEW YORK NOT-FORPROFIT CORPORATION LAW.

NOTICE IS FURTHER that a public hearing with regard to said request shall be held at the Rose Y. Caracappa Auditorium of the William H. Rogers Legislature Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, New York on May 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The Clerk will accept written testimony via mail to the Clerk’s Office at the Suffolk County Legislature, William H. Rogers Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, New York 11788, or email to GuyCalla2@ SuffolkCountyny. gov, as well as recorded voice testimony at (631) 8533685 until 8:00 pm on the 6th day of May, 2025.  Written and email testimony submissions will be attached to the minutes of this meeting as Addendum A. A transcription of the recorded voice testimony which was submitted will be attached to the minutes of this meeting as Addendum B. Guy Calla Clerk of the Suffolk County Legislature PM14-2025

25-166 3/27, 4/3, 10, 17, 24, 5/1

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as Trustee for the certificate holders of the CWABS, Inc., AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2005-AB5, Plaintiff AGAINST Nelly Gonzalez; Roberto Gonzalez; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 13, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on May 2, 2025, at 10:00AM, premises known as 507 17th St, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0100 Section 130.00 Block 02.00 Lot 062.000. Approximate amount of judgment $283,823.53 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 615729/2023. Cory Morris, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: March 11, 2025 84875 25-172. 4/3, 10, 17, 24

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST ERNESTINE WATSON AS ADMINISTRATRIX AND AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, KEVIN WOODS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF BEULAH

WOODS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 10, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM, premises known as 93 Putnam Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 082.00, Block 04.00, Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment $583,434.06 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614836/2019.

Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-002544 84985 25-173 4/3, 10, 17, 24

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff - against - RENEE WHITE, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on February 27, 2020. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction Property address townhall on the 8th day of May, 2025 at 10:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York.

Public Notices

Premises known as 27 Piave Terrace East a/k/a 27 Piave Terrace, Lindenhurst, NY 11757.

(District: 0100, Section: 188.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 030.000) Approximate amount of lien $299,669.78 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 611542/2019. Steven P. Bertolino, Esq., Referee.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409

For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832

Dated: January 25, 2025

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.

25-197. 4/10, 17, 24, 5/1

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Indenture Trustee on behalf of and with respect to AJAX Mortgage

Loan Trust 2022-B, Mortgage-Backed Securities, Series 2022B, Plaintiff, vs. Adam J. McKeon, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 28, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 12, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 836 7th Street, Babylon a/k/a West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Ezra Park, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 132.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 132.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $479,244.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601523/2024.

Pamela J. Greene, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 234408-1 25-194. 4/10, 17, 24, 5/1

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the Tiki Series IV Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Edward U. Kelly a/k/a Edward Kelly, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 27, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst,

NY 11757 on May 15, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 94 Columbia Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 106.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 042.003. Approximate amount of judgment is $514,900.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604112/2019.

Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 211189-1 25-196. 4/10, 17, 24, 5/1

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, AJAX Mortgage Loan Trust 2023-B, Mortgage-Backed Securities, Series 2023B, by U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Indenture Trustee, Plaintiff, vs. Kamona Ayres a/k/a Ramona Ayres, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 4, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 71 Ronald Drive North a/k/a North Ronald Drive, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County

of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 165.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 003.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $762,116.69 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610279/2022.

William J. Garry, Esq, Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff Firm File No. 2128361 25-182. 4/3, 10, 17, 24

Notice of Formation of LLC. BNB Garden City LLC (LLC) filed Arts. of Org. with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/31/2025. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at c/o Bridget Dernbach, 34 Mar Kan Drive, Northport, NY 11768. Purpose: any business permitted under law. 25-199 4/10, 17, 24, 5/1, 8, 15

Free paper shredding event, May 4 at Mangano Funeral Home

Mangano Funeral Home will be offering free paper shredding services on May 4 from 9 a.m. to noon, or until the truck is full. The limit is four bags or boxes per person. Bring your personal household documents for shredding. All documents will be shredded in a professional Mobile Shredding Truck, while you watch. The paper will then get recycled. Please no plastic, cardboard or hard drives. This event is for personal household documents, not for commercial businesses.

Mangano Funeral Home is located at 1701 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park. For more information, call 631-586-3600.

Register for pickleball lessons with the Town of Babylon

Register for pickleball lessons with the Town of Babylon

The Town of Babylon will be offering pickleball lessons at Tanner Park through the months of April through August and Phelps Lane in the months of May and June.

Lessons at Tanner Park for residents will be $50 for two lessons and for nonresidents, the cost of two lessons will be $70. There are morning and evening times available.

Lessons at Phelps Lane for residents will be $100 for four lessons and $140 for non-residents, with morning and evening times available as well.

For more information, please visit townofbabylon.com/parks or call 631893-2100.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

X Index No. : 605389/2023

DYLAN MARTIN, Plaintiff -againstESTATE OF ANNETTE NEUHAUS

a/k/a ANNETTE K. NEUHAUS, any possible unknown heirs at law of the ESTATE OF ANNETTE NEUHAUS

a/k/a ANNETTE K. NEUHAUS, FUMIE

DROBKIN if living, and if she be dead, her heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and Successors in interest, and generally, all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance , lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest, in and to the premises described in the Complaint herein, MAX HURWITZ if living, and if he be dead, his heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and Successors in interest, and generally, all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance , lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest, in and to the premises described in the complaint herein; 2622 WILSON CORP. and JOHN M. KENNEDY, JR., THE COMPRTORLLER OF SUFFOLK COUNTY; COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, and “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE # 10”, and “JANE DOE #1 through “JANE

DOE # 10”, inclusive, the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to Plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien, or interest adverse to Plaintiff's title, or creating any cloud upon Plaintiff's title, in the property described in the Complaint

Defendants

X SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS TO THE ABOVENAMED 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 plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty days after the service of this summons exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the state, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other matter. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

Dated: Setauket, New York

March 4, 2025

Yours, etc.

DAVID J. LORBER & ASSOCIATES PLLC. By: /s/ David J. Lorber, Esq.

David J. Lorber, Esq.

David J. Lorber & Associates PLLC.

Attorneys for Plaintiff

100 N. County Road

Setauket, New York 11733

Tel: (631) 750-0900

25-210 4/17, 24, 5/1, 8

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-11, Plaintiff, AGAINST JEFFREY TORRES AS ADMINISTRATOR AND HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, ALEXIS TORRES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES

A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, and JENNY TORRES HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, et al. Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on September 6, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM premises known as 58 Sunburst Drive, Deer Park, NY 11729. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0100 Section 092.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 015.000. Approximate amount of judgment $409,257.80 plus inter-

Public Notices

est and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #607067/2015.

Latoya James, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747

25-215. 4/17, 24, 5/1,8

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

AISHA SPENCER, Plaintiff, -againstCOREY L. WASHINGTON, Defendant.

Index No.: 601280/2024

Date Purchased: 1/16/2024

SUMMONS

Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK COUNTY as the place of trial The basis of the venue is the County in which the Plaintiff resides. Plaintiff's Address: 258 43rd Street Copiague, New York 11726 TO THE ABOVENAMED

DEFENDANT(S): YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, on the Plaintiff's Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. In case of your failure to answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Dated: Massapequa,

New York January 16, 2024

THE DISKEN LAW FIRM, P.C. _/s/Amanda R. Disken______

By: Amanda R. Disken, Esq.

Attorney for the Plaintiff 5201 Merrick Road Massapequa, New York 11758

Tel: (516) 809-9990/ Fax: (516) 809-9989

Defendant's Address: Corey L. Washington 6013 62nd Ave., Apt. 1 Maspeth, New York 11378-3572

NOTICE TO THE DEFENDANT: The nature of the action is for monies borrowed and never repaid. The relief sought is repayment. The sum of money for which judgment may be taken in the event of default is $19,429.13 with interest from November 2022, statutory costs, and disbursements.

25-216 4/17, 24, 5/1, 8

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, -againstPHYLLIS HOPKINS, ET AL. NOTICE OF LEGAL POSTPONEMENT OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on April 2, 2018, wherein DITECH FINANCIAL LLC F/K/A GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC is the Plaintiff and PHYLLIS HOPKINS, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE

HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on April 30, 2025 at 2:30PM, premises known as 15 E JACKSON AVENUE, BABYLON, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0102020.00-02.00-041.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 032217/2010. James A. Pascarella, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900

NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLL ASSESSOR

(Pursuant to Sections 506 & 526 Of the Real Property Tax Law) HEARING OF COMPLAINTS

Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-220. 4/24

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Assessor and authorized members of the Assessor’s staff of the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, have completed the Tentative Assessment Roll for the current year of 2025/2026. A copy has been left with the Assessor at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY where it may be seen and examined by any person until the third Tuesday in May.

THE ASSESSOR WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE WITH The Tentative Assessment Roll on:

DATE TIME LOCATION

Babylon Town Hall

1. Tuesday, May 13, 2025 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Babylon Town Hall

2. Wednesday, May 14, 2025 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Babylon Town Hall

3. Saturday, May 17, 2025 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Assessment Dept.

Assessment Dept.

Assessment Dept. and in the evening

Babylon Town Hall

4. Thursday, May 15, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Assessment Dept.

AN APPOINTMENT MAY BE MADE WITH THE ASSESSOR’S OFFICE DURING THE HOURS

SHOWN ABOVE at 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York 11757

By calling 631-957-3015

THE BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW will meet on the third Tuesday in May to hear and examine all complaints in relation to assessments on the application of any person believing himself to be aggrieved:

DATE TIMES

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

LOCATION: Board Room of Babylon Town Hall

Dated this 21st day of April, 2025 Matthew R. Cronin, IAO Assessor Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk 25-222. 4/24

April 24, 2025 —

Notice of formation of: TEG WELLNESS LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on February 27, 2025.

Office location, County of Suffolk.

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

SSNY shall mail a process served to:

The LLC, 400 W Main Street ste 160  Babylon, NY 11702 Purpose: any lawful act

25-146. 3/20, 27 4/3, 10, 17, 24

Notice of formation of A2 Cooling & Heating LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/30/2024

Office location, County of Suffolk.

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

SSNY shall mail a process served to:

A2 Cooling & Heating LLC, 29 Greenwood dr North Babylon, NY 11703 Purpose: any lawful act.

25-154. 3/20, 27, 4/3, 10, 17, 24

Notice of formation of : TEGHEALTH LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 20, 2024. Office location, County of Suffolk.

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

SSNY shall mail a process served to:

The LLC, 400 W Main Street ste 160  Babylon, NY 11702 Purpose: any lawful act 25-147. 3/20, 27 4/3, 10, 17, 24

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as trustee for Home Equity Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Trust, Series SPMD 2004-C, Home Equity Mortgage Loan Assetbacked Certificates, Series SPMD 2004-C, Plaintiff, vs. Dawn m. Serpenti A/K/A Dawn Serpenti, Defendant. Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 13, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 6, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 49 Rhoda Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 120.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 089.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $600,217.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #618181/2023. Cash will not be accepted. Enza Brandi, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-170 4/3, 10, 17, 24

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

UNITED MORTGAGE CORP., Plaintiff - against - PAUL S. RADTKE, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 28, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 16th day of May, 2025 at 9:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the at East Farmingdale, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

Premises known as 45 Cedar Avenue, Farmingdale a/k/a East Farmingdale, (Town of Babylon) NY 11735.

(SBL#: 47.00-2.0041.000)

Approximate amount of lien $297,867.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 205150/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618

Tel. 585/760-8218

For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832

Dated: March 28, 2025

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but

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not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Auction Locations are subject to change.

25-208. 4/17, 24, 5/1, 8

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Plaintiff AGAINST David Rodriguez; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 20, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 22, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 70 Andrews Avenue, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0100 Section 014.00 Block 04.00 Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment $289,726.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 602892/2017.

John Halverson, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing

Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624

(877) 430-4792

Dated: February 28, 2025

For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

25-209. 4/17, 24, 5/1, 8

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0240-25-109445 for beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 1624 Manatuck Blvd, Bay Shore, NY 11706, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Quintal Inc.

25-213. 4/7, 24

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID:  NA0370-25-108993 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 44B Fairway Dr, Port Jefferson, NY 11777, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Lessing's Inc.

25-212. 4/17, 24

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-109534 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 212 Main Street, East Setauket, NY 11733, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Culper's 1778 LLC.

25-218. 4/17, 24

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, FLAGSTAR BANK, N.A. F/K/A FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, Plaintiff, vs. ALEXANDER CHARLES STONE A/K/A ALEXANDER STONE, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 18, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Town of Babylon, Babylon Town Hall,200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, premises known as 218 VENETIAN BOULEVARD, LINDENHURST, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 100, Section: 227.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 001.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $363,037.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612712/2023. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee's attorney, or the Referee.

For Sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832.

JOSEPH M. PUZO, Esq., Referee Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-227 4/24, 5/1. 8, 15

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

CENLAR FSB, Plaintiff, Against MARIA MONCHE A/K/A MARIA A. MONCHE, et al, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/21/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 5/28/2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 102 West 24th Street, Deer Park, New York 11729, and described as follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0100 Section 059.00 Block 02.00 Lot 052.002

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $232,323.85 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 605008/2015

Jonathan A. Baum, Esq., Referee. *Does not accept cash bids* MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT CHESTER, NY 10573

Dated: 4/14/2025

File Number: 15312349 MB 25-231 - 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0240-25-110227 for beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-110034 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 180 Commerce Dr, Hauppauge, NY 11788, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Twenty-Five Eight Productions LLC. 25-236. 4/24, 5/1

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-034025-110030 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 100 S Jersey Ave, Unit 27, East Setauket, NY 11733, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at The Study by Toast LLC. 25-237. 4/24, 5/1

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-110022 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 3 Hawkins Ave, Unit 1101, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Toast Coffee Seven LLC. 25-238. 4/24, 5/1

Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 58 Indian Head Rd, Kings Park, NY 11754, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at The Pancake Factory Inc. 25-239. 4/24, 5/1

Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action Supreme Court Of The State Of New York County Of Suffolk Action To Foreclose A Mortgage Index #: 607885/2024 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs  Public Administrator Of Suffolk County As Administrator Of The Estate Of Shirley Anderson, Unknown Trustees Of The Clara Mitchell Living Trust, Dated May 06, 2002 If Living, And If He/She Be Dead, Any And All Persons Unknown To Plaintiff, Claiming, Or Who May Claim To Have An Interest In, Or General Or Specific Lien Upon The Real Property Described In This Action; Such Unknown Persons Being Herein Generally Described And Intended To Be Included In Wife, Widow, Husband, Widower, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, 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 Respecti ve Wives, Widows, Husbands, Widowers, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assigns, All Of Whom And Whose Names, Except As Stated, Are Unknown To Plaintiff  As Trustee, People Of The State Of New York, New York State Department Of Taxation And Finance, Clerk Of The Suffolk County

Traffic & Parking Violations Agency, United States Of America On Behalf Of The IRS John Doe (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s). Mortgaged Premises: 245 State Avenue Wyandanch, NY 11798 To the Above named Defendant: 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 Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearanc e, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.     The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Unknown Trustees of the Clara Mitchell Living Trust, dated May 06, 2002 Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON.

C. Stephen Hackeling of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Fourth day of April, 2025 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of t he County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclosure a mortgage upon the premises described below, dated April 23, 1996, executed by Shirley Anderson (who died on February 15, 2004, a resident of the county of Suffolk, State of New York) and Clara Mitchell (who died on November 19, 2017, a resident of the county of Suffolk, State of New York) to secure the sum of $64,417.00. The Mortgage was recorded at Book 19056, Page 632 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on April 30, 1996. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed April 23, 1996 and recorded on May 9, 1996, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book 19060, Page 191. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed August 16, 1996 and recorded on October 30, 1996, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book 19125, Page 439. The mortgage was subsequently modified on February 18, 2003. The property in question is described as follows: 245 State Avenue, Wyandanch, NY 11798 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS.  PLEASE READ IT CARE-

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FULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE

The state encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and nonprofit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or the Foreclosure Relief Hotline 1-800269-0990 or visit the department's website at WWW.DFS. NY.GOV. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL

YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to 都ave your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner's distress. You should be extremely car eful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. 都 1303 NOTICE 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 attorney for the mortgage company who filed this Foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further informa-

tion 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 ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DAT-

ED: April 9, 202 5 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 85337 25-229. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-109978 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 160 Adams Ave, Unit M, Hauppauge, NY 11788, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at El Bitute 57 Corporation. 25-233. 4/24, 5/1

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for registered Holders of Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-4, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004-4, Plaintiff AGAINST Conrad Stoehrer a/k/a Conrad J. Stoehrer; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 13, 2019, amended March 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 23, 2025, at 10:00AM, premises known as 466 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-109944 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 30 E Bartlett Rd, Middle Island, NY 11953, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Spring Lake Caterers LLC. 25-234. 4/24, 5/1

erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0103 Section 018.00 Block 01.00 Lot 049.001. Approximate amount of judgment $457,476.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 613306/2018. Deposit by certified funds only, made payable to the referee.

Robert T. Samson, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: April 10, 2025 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 25-230. 4/24, 5/1, 8, 15

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-109925 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 156 New York Ave, Huntington, NY 11743, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at TK's Galley Restaurant Inc.  25-235. 4/24, 5/1

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION

BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District of the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County New York, will be held in the library of the Babylon JuniorSenior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York in said District on May 12, 2025 at 7:30 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items

• To present to the voters a detailed statement (proposed budget) of the amount of money which will be required for the 2025-2026 school year.

• To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, as hereinafter set forth.

• To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 6:00 a.m., prevailing time, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, at which time the polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following

items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 20252026 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To elect two (2) members of the Board of Education of said School District for a three (3) year term commencing on July 1, 2025 and expiring on June 30, 2028.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education of the Babylon Union Free School District shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, not later than April 21, 2025 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Board of Education shall not be considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore

registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Voters may register on any school day prior May 8, 2025, at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the registers to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such registers provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared, and that the registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections of Suffolk County will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on and after May 15,

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2025, and Saturday by pre-arranged appointment, except Sunday; AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on May 20, 2025, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2026, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared.

AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 631-893-7923 for information about accessibility.

AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 12, 2025, public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed

budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website https://www. babylon.k12.ny.us/, at the Babylon Public Library located at 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY during its normal hours of operation, at the School District Administrative Center, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: Babylon Elementary School, Babylon Babylon Memorial Grade School, Babylon Babylon Junior-Senior High School, Babylon AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report.  Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of

assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted.  The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.  AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 21, 2025. In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) 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 or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been

issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after May 15, 2025, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 17, 2025, by advanced appointment by contacting the District Clerk at 631-8937923 and on May 20, 2025, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.  AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Babylon Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that

military voters who are qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 24, 2025. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York along with the required signed affidavit by the voter. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 20, 2025, showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency Continued on next page

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of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025, and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on March 21, 2025. Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at the 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time on April 21, 2025. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least seventy-four (74) qualified voters of the District (74 representing 10% of the number of voters in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before

the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 631-893-7923

Linda McGarvey District Clerk of the Board of Education Babylon Union Free School District 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 25-174. 4/3, 10, 4/24, 5/8

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN DE PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DISTRITO ESCOLAR BABYLON UNION FREE CIUDAD DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK POR LA PRESENTE SE AVISA, que se convocará una audiencia pública de votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free, ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, a llevarse a cabo en la biblioteca de la Escuela Secundaria Junior-Senior Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, en dicho distrito el lunes 12 de mayo de 2025, a las 7:30 p.m., hora vigente, para la transacción de asuntos como lo autoriza la Ley de Educación, incluyendo los siguientes ítems:

• Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (presupuesto

propuesto) de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año fiscal 2025-2026.

• A tratar todos los ítems aquí establecidos, para ser votados por máquina de votación, en las elecciones que se celebrarán el 20 de mayo de 2025, como se indica a continuación.

• Para tramitar cualquier otro asunto que pueda presentarse adecuadamente en la reunión

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que la votación anual y elección se llevará a cabo el martes 20 de mayo de 2025, a las 6:00 a.m., hora vigente, en la Escuela Secundaria JuniorSenior Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, horario entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. durante el cual se abrirán los lugares de votación para votar mediante máquinas de votación por los siguientes asuntos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 20252026 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito.

2. Elegir dos (2) miembros de la Junta de Educación de dicho Distrito Escolar por un término de tres (3) años que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2025 y terminará el 30 de junio de 2028.

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las peticiones para nominar a candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free se deberán presentar a la Secretaria de dicho

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Distrito Escolar en su oficina, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York a más tardar el 21 de abril de 2025 entre las 9 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente. Todas las peticiones de nominación deben estar firmadas por 25 votantes cualificados (que representan el número mayor de 25 o el 2% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); deben indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y deben indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato o candidata. Las vacantes en la Junta de Educación no se consideran cargos separados y específicos; los candidatos se postulan en general. Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado anteriormente de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o especial del distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Toda otra persona que desee votar deberá registrarse. Los votantes pueden registrarse cualquier día escolar antes del 8 de mayo de 2025 en la Ofi-

cina del Secretario del Distrito, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 9 a. m. y las 4 p. m., hora vigente, para agregar nombres adicionales a los registros que se usarán en la elección antes mencionada, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dichos registros siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que en ese momento o en lo sucesivo tiene derecho a votar en dicha audiencia pública o elección para la cual se preparen dichos registros, y que los registros preparados de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk se archivarán en la Oficina de la Secretario del Distrito del Distrito Escolar, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y estarán abiertos para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito los días de semana entre las horas de 9:00 a.m. y 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, el día 15 de mayo de 2025 y después, y los sábados con cita previa, excepto el domingo; Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que en virtud de la Ley de Educación del estado de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el martes 20 de mayo de 2025 en la Escuela Secundaria Babylon Junior-Senior, Babylon, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m.,

hora vigente, para preparar el registro del distrito escolar que se usará en las elecciones que se celebrarán en el año 2026 y las reuniones especiales de distrito que puedan realizarse después de la preparación de dicho registro, momento en el cual toda persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se ponga en dicho registro siempre que en dicha reunión de la mencionada Junta de Registro él es conocido o comprobado a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que luego o a partir de entonces tendrá derecho a votar en la reunión escolar o elección para la cual dicho registro está preparado.

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que los votantes cualificados con discapacidades que soliciten información sobre el acceso a los centros de votación pueden, antes del día de la votación, comunicarse con la Secretaria de Distrito al 631-8937923 para obtener información sobre la accesibilidad.

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que a partir de los siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia de presupuesto público del 12 de mayo de 2025, cualquier residente del Distrito puede solicitar revisar una copia del presupuesto propuesto presentándose en la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito, en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. Además, cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una declaración de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a

dicha elección en el sitio web del distrito escolar https://www. babylon.k12.ny.us/, en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon ubicada en 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY durante su horario normal de operación, en el Centro Administrativo del Distrito Escolar, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares en los que se mantiene la escuela entre las 9 a.m. y las 4 p.m., hora vigente, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados: Escuela Primaria Babylon, Babylon Escuela Primaria (Grade) Babylon Memorial, Babylon Escuela Secundaria Babylon Junior-Senior, Babylon Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que, de conformidad con la Sección 495 de la Ley del Impuesto a la Propiedad, el Distrito Escolar debe adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención.  Dicho informe de exención que también formará parte del presupuesto final mostrará qué parte del valor tasado total en la lista de evaluación final usada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumerará cada tipo de exención otorgada, identificada por la autoridad legal. y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un monto en dólares del valor tasado o como un porcentaje del valor tasado total en la lista; (b) el monto acumulativo que se espera recibir de los destinatarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas.  Se publicará el informe de la exención en carteleras de anuncios mantenidas por el distrito para avisos públicos y en todo sitio web mantenido por el Distrito.  Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las solicitudes de boletas de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo se podrán obtener durante el horario escolar en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del 21 de abril de 2025. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación, secciones 2018-a y 2018-e, la Secretaria del Distrito no puede recibir las solicitudes completadas de boleta de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo más temprano de los (30) días antes de la elección, y deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta se va a enviar por correo al votante o el día antes de la elección, si la boleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia o de votación anticipada por correo. Las boletas de voto en ausencia y de votación anticipada por correo deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar el martes 20 de mayo de 2025 a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente. Una lista de las personas a las que se les habrán emitido boletas de voto en ausencia, y una lista de todas las personas

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tud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud para registro de votante militar deben recibirse en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 de la tarde el 24 de abril de 2025.

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Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que las boletas de voto militar se examinarán si la Secretaria del Distrito las recibe antes del cierre de los centros de votación el 20 de mayo de 2025 y muestran una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o muestran un endoso fechado de recibo por parte de otra agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o son recibidas a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día 20 de mayo de 2025 y son firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección.

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que los votantes militares que no están registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro a la Secretaria del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com o fax enviado al 631-893-7935. El pedido de solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solici-

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA, que los votantes militares que son votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free pueden solicitar una solicitud para una boleta militar de la Secretaria del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud de boleta militar a la Secretaria del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com o fax enviado al 631-893-7935. Para que un votante militar reciba una boleta militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta militar válida en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito no más tarde de las 5:00 p.m. del día 24 de abril de 2025. Las solicitudes de boletas de voto militar recibidas de acuerdo con lo anterior se procesarán de la misma manera que las solicitudes de boletas de voto no militar según la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta de voto militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibirla por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de boleta militar y la boleta militar de un votante militar deben devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada requerida firmada por el votante.

p.m., hora vigente, el día 21 de abril de 2025. Todas estas peticiones deben estar mecanografiadas o impresas en inglés; deben dirigirse a la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar; deben estar firmadas por al menos setenta y cuatro (74) votantes cualificados del distrito (74 representando el 10% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); y deben indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las facultades de los votantes para determinar, ni ninguna propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

qualified voters of the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, will be held in the Beach Street Middle School, in said district on May 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of business as authorized by the Education Law, including the following items:

1. To present to the voters a detailed statement of the amount of money which will be required for the 20252026 fiscal year.

2. To discuss all the it ems hereinafter set forth to be voted upon by voting machines at the Budget Vote and Election to be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

between the hours of 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., prevailing time, at which time the polls will be opened to vote by voting machines upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 20252026 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To elect (3) members of the Board of Education for a three-year term commencing July 1, 2025, and expiring on June 30, 2028 to fill the positions held by Grace Kelly, Christina Marks and Peter McCann, whose terms expire on June 30, 2025.

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Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que, de conformidad con una norma adoptada por el Consejo de Educación de conformidad con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2035, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o cualquier emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley exija que figure en el aviso de Reunión Anual y Elección debe presentarse ante la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 North Ridge St., Rye Brook, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el día 21 de marzo de 2025. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas peticiones que la ley requiere que se indiquen en el Aviso de Reunión Anual y Elección, debe presentarse ante la Secretaria del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00

Y POR LA PRESENTE ADEMÁS SE AVISA que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta Votación del presupuesto y Elección en español deben comunicarse con la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito al 631-893-7923.

Linda McGarvey

Secretaria de Distrito de la Junta de Educación

Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 25-175 4/3, 10, 4/24, 5/8

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION OF THE WEST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Public Hearing of the

3. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting pursuant to Education Law of the State of New York and acts amendatory thereto. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required to fund the School District’s budget for 20252026, exclusive of public moneys, may be obtained by any resident of the District beginning April 29, 2025, between the hours of 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturday, Sunday or holidays at the Office of the District Clerk, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, at the West Islip Public Library and on the District’s internet website. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that said Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in the West Islip High School,

3. To authorize the West Islip Union Free School District to undertake a capital project to enhance security at the high school by installing electronic locks and card access readers for all classrooms and bathrooms, at an estimated cost not to exceed $700,000 and to appropriate and expend up to $700,000 from the General Capital Reserve Fund II for this purpose.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how the total assessed value of the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted by the statutory authority, and show the

cumulative impact of each type of exemption, the cumulative amount expected to be received as payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) and the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. In addition, said exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed with the Clerk of said School District at her office in 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, not later than April 21, 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. Each petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the District; must be signed by at least thirty-one (31) qualified voters of the District (representing 2% of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election), Vacancies on the Board of Education are not considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at an

annual or special district meeting within the last four (4) calendar years, he or she is eligible to vote at this election. If a voter is registered and eligible to vote under Article 5 of the Election Law, he or she is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the voters may register with the Clerk of said School District at her office in the District Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. when school is in session at any day on or before May 15, 2025 to add any additional names to the Register to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register provided that at such meeting with the Clerk of said School District he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of the Clerk of said School District to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such election for which the Register is prepared. The Register so prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk, at her office in the District Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on and after Thursday, May 15, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.,

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AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law of the State of New York, the Board of Registration will meet on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, at the West Islip High School, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the Budget Vote and Election to be held in 2026, and any special district meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Register provided that at such meeting of said Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school election for which said Register is prepared, or any special district meeting held after May 20, 2025. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the school district. An application for registration as a military voter can be requested from Elizabeth Davis, District Clerk, West Islip UFSD, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795 by mail or e-mail e.davis@ wi.k12.ny.us Monday through Friday when

school is in session from 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The application for registration must be received in the office of the clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025, which is the day before the last day for transmission of military ballots. In the request for an application for registration, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for registration by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the district may submit an application for a military ballot from Elizabeth Davis, District Clerk, West Islip UFSD, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795 by mail or e-mail e.davis@ wi.k12.ny.us Monday through Friday when school is in session from 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.; in order to receive a military ballot, the military ballot application must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025, which is the day preceding the last day for transmission of military ballots. In the request for an application for a military ballot, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for a military ballot, and the military ballot, by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail. All qualified military voters’ ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person. Ballots for military voters shall be distributed to qualified military voters no later than

April 25, 2025. Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of the polls, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, and must show a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or must show a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 pm on the day of the election and be signed and dated by the military voter and one witness, with a date ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

A list of persons to whom military ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 15, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, on each day prior to the day set for the annual election, except Sunday, and on May 20, 2025, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter then present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds by making his or her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls.

AND FURTHER

seven (7) days before the election, May 13, 2025, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, May 19, 2025, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Early mail ballots and absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

A list of persons to whom early mail ballots and absentee ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 15, 2025, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. prevailing time, on each day prior to the day set for the annual election, except Sunday, and on May 20, 2025, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter then present in the polling place may object to the voting of the ballot upon appropriate grounds by making his or her challenge and the reasons therefore known to the Inspector of Election before the close of the polls.

A challenge to an absentee ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an early mail ballot.

nue, West Islip, NY 11795, in sufficient time to permit notice of the proposition to be included with the Notice of the Public Hearing, Budget Vote and Election required by Section 2004 of the Education Law or on or before Friday, March 21, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., prevailing time; must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least 155 qualified voters of the District (representing 10 percent of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the School Board will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, which is unlawful, or any proposition which fails to include a specific appropriation where the expenditure of monies is required by the proposition, or where other valid reason exists for excluding the proposition from the ballot.

Dated: West Islip, New York March 6, 2025

SUFFOLK, NEW YORK POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una Audiencia Pública de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de Union West Islip, Ciudad de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en la Escuela Intermedia Beach Street, en dicho distrito el 6 de Mayo de 2025 a las 6:30 p.m., hora vigente, para la transacción de negocios según lo autorizado por la Ley de Educación, incluyendo los siguientes artículos:

1. Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (propuesta de presupuesto) de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año fiscal 2025-2026.

2. Discutir todos los puntos que a continuación se establecen para ser votados por las máquinas de voto en la Voto y Elección de Presupuesto que se llevará a cabo el Martes 20 de Mayo de 2025.

3. Tramitar otros asuntos que puedan presentarse adecuadamente ante la reunión de conformidad con la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York y las leyes que la modifican.

trito, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip y en el pagina web de Internet del Distrito.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, de que dicho Voto y Elección del Presupuesto se llevará a cabo el Martes 20 de Mayo de 2025, en la Escuela Intermedia West Islip, entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, momento en el cual las urnas se abrirán para votar por máquinas de voto sobre los siguientes elementos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 20252026 y autorizar que la porción requerida del mismo se aumente mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito.

2. Elegir (3) miembros de la Junta de Directiva por un período de tres años que comienza el 1 de Julio de 2025 y caduca el 30 de Junio de 2028 para ocupar los puestos ocupados por Grace Kelly, Christina Marks y Peter McCann, cuyos mandatos caducan el 30 de Junio de 2025.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for early mail ballots and absentee ballots will be obtainable during school business hours from the District Clerk beginning April 21, 2025 completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than April 21, 2025 and at least

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with Section 2035 of the Education Law, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise to be submitted for voting at said election, must be filed with the Clerk of the Board of Education at the District Office, 100 Sherman Ave-

By Order of the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE West Islip Union Free School District West Islip, New York Elizabeth Davis, District Clerk 25-178. 4/3, 24, 5/1, 15

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTO DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR LIBRE DE UNION DE WEST ISLIP CONDADO DE

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una copia de la declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para financiar el presupuesto del Distrito Escolar para 20252026, excluyendo los fondos públicos, a partir del 29 de Abril de 2025, entre las horas de 8:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, excepto Sábados, Domingos o días festivos en la Oficina la Secretaria del Dis-

3. Autorizar al Distrito Escolar Libre de Union West Islip a emprender un proyecto de capital para mejorar la seguridad en la escuela Intermedia mediante la instalación de cerraduras electrónicas y lectores de acceso con tarjetas para todas las aulas y baños, a un costo estimado que no exceda los $700,000 y para apropiar y gastar hasta $700,000 del Fondo de Reserva de Capital General II para este propósito.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO

ADICIONAL, que de conformidad con la Sección 495 de la Ley del Impuesto sobre la Propiedad Inmobiliaria, se requiere que el Distrito Escolar adjunte a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención. Dicho informe de exención, que también pasará a formar parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cómo el valor total de la tasación final utilizada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumerará cada tipo de exención otorgada por la autoridad estatutaria y mostrará el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención, el monto acumulado que se espera recibir como pagos en lugar de impuestos (PILOT) y el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas. Además, dicho informe de exención se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para avisos públicos y en cualquier pagina web mantenido por el Distrito.  Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que las peticiones de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación se presentarán ante la Secretaria de dicho Distrito Escolar en su oficina en 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, a más tardar el 21 de Abril de 2025, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente. Cada petición se dirigirá a la Secretaria del Distrito; debe estar firmada por al menos treinta y un (31) votantes calificados del Distrito (que rep-

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Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes ya sea de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación o de conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación y ha votado en una reunión anual o especial del distrito dentro de los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, él o ella es elegible para votar en esta elección. Si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar bajo el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, él o ella también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse.

cualquier nombre adicional al Registro que se utilizará en la elección antes mencionada, en cuyo momento, cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión con la Secretaria de dicho Distrito Escolar se sepa o se demuestre, a satisfacción la Secretaria de dicho Distrito Escolar, que tiene derecho a votar en dicha elección para la cual se prepara el Registro. El Registro así preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación se archivará en la Oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito, en su oficina en la Oficina de Administración del Distrito, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, y estará abierto para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito a partir del Jueves 15 de Mayo. 2025, entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 3:00 p.m., hora vigente, en cada día anterior al día establecido para la elección, excepto el Domingo, y en el (los) lugar (s) de voto el día del voto.

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Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, los votantes pueden registrarse con la Secretaria de dicho Distrito Escolar en su oficina en la Oficina de Administración del Distrito, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, entre las 7:00 a.m.3:00 p.m. cuando la escuela está en sesión en cualquier día en o antes del 15 de Mayo de 2025 para agregar

de la preparación de dicho Registro, en la cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión de dicha Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en ese momento o en lo sucesivo en la elección escolar para la cual se establece dicho Registro. o cualquier reunión especial de distrito que se celebre después del 20 de Mayo de 2025. Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, de que los votantes militares que no están registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del distrito escolar. Una solicitud para registrarse como votante militar se puede solicitar a Elizabeth Davis, Secretaria del Distrito, West Islip UFSD, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795 por correo postal o correo electrónico e.davis@ wi.k12.ny.us Lunes a Viernes cuando la escuela está en sesión de 7:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m. La solicitud de registro debe recibirse en la oficina la Secretaria a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 24 de Abril de 2025, que es el día antes del último día para la transmisión de boletas militares. En la solicitud de registro, el votante militar puede designar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el Martes 20 de Mayo de 2025, entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, en la Escuela Intermedia West Islip, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la y Elección del Presupuesto que se llevará a cabo en 2026, y cualquier reunión especial de distrito que pueda celebrarse después

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del distrito pueden presentar una solici-

tud para una boleta militar a Elizabeth Davis, Secretaria del Distrito, West Islip UFSD, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795 por correo o correo electrónico e.daviswi. k12.ny.us Lunes a Viernes cuando la escuela está en sesión de 7:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m.; para recibir una boleta militar, la solicitud de boleta militar debe recibirse a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 24 de Abril de 2025, que es el día anterior al último día para la transmisión de boletas militares. En la solicitud para una boleta militar, se permite que el votante militar designe su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de una boleta militar, y la boleta militar, por correo, transmisión de fax o correo electrónico. Todas las solicitudes de boleta de votantes militares calificados y las boletas militares deben devolverse por correo o en persona. Las boletas para votantes militares se distribuirán a los votantes militares calificados a más tardar el 25 de Abril de 2025. Las boletas militares deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito (1) antes del cierre de las urnas, el Martes 20 de Mayo de 2025, y deben mostrar una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o deben mostrar un endoso fechado de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día de la elección y estar firmada y fechada por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha determinada que no será posterior

al día anterior a la elección. Una lista de las personas a las que se emiten boletas militares estará disponible para inspección para los votantes calificados del Distrito en la Oficina la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del Jueves 15 de Mayo de 2025, entre las horas de 7:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m., hora vigente, cada día antes del día establecido para la elección anual, excepto el Domingo, y el 20 de Mayo de 2025, día fijado para las elecciones. Cualquier votante calificado que esté presente en el lugar de voto puede objetar el voto de la boleta por motivos apropiados haciendo saber su impugnación y las razones correspondientes al Inspector de Elecciones antes del cierre de las urnas.  Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que las solicitudes de bol etas anticipadas por correo y boletas de voto en ausencia se podrán obtener durante el horario escolar la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del 21 de Abril de 2025 las solicitudes completadas deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito no antes del 21 de Abril de 2025 y al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección, el 13 de Mayo, 2025, si la boleta se va a enviar por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección, el 19 de Mayo de 2025, si la boleta se va a entregar personalmente al votante. Las boletas anticipadas por correo y las boletas de voto en ausencia deben ser recibidas por la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora vigente, el Martes 20 de Mayo de 2025.

Una lista de personas a quienes se emiten boletas anticipadas por correo y boletas de voto en ausencia estará disponible para inspección para los votantes calificados del Distrito en la Oficina la Secretaria del Distrito a partir del Jueves 15 de Mayo de 2025, entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 3:00 p.m., hora vigente, cada día anterior al día establecido para la elección anual. excepto el Domingo, y el 20 de Mayo de 2025, día fijado para las elecciones. Cualquier votante calificado que esté presente en el lugar de voto puede objetar la voto de la boleta por motivos apropiados haciendo saber su impugnación y las razones correspondientes al Inspector de Elecciones antes del cierre de las urnas. No se puede hacer una impugnación a una boleta de voto en ausencia sobre la base de que el votante debería haber solicitado una boleta anticipada por correo.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que de conformidad con una regla adoptada por la Junta de Educación de acuerdo con la Sección 2035 de la Ley de Educación, cualquier referéndum o proposición para enmendar el presupuesto, o de otra manera para ser presentada para voto en dicha elección, debe presentarse ante la Secretaria de la Junta de Educación en la Oficina del Distrito, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795, con tiempo suficiente para permitir que la notificación de la proposición se incluya con la Notificación de la Audiencia Pública, la Voto

del Presupuesto y la Elección requerida por la Sección 2004 de la Ley de Educación o en o antes del Viernes 21 de Marzo de 2025, a las 4:00 p.m., hora vigente; debe estar mecanografiado o impreso en el idioma inglés; debe dirigirse a la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar; debe estar firmada por al menos 155 votantes calificados del Distrito (que representan el 10 por ciento del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); y debe indicar de manera legible el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta Escolar no considerará ninguna petición para presentar a los votantes cualquier proposición cuyo propósito no esté dentro de los poderes de los votantes para determinar, lo cual es ilegal, o cualquier proposición que no incluya una asignación específica donde el gasto de dinero sea requerido por la proposición, o donde exista otra razón válida para excluir la proposición de la boleta electoral.  Fecha:  12 de Marzo de 2025 Por orden de La Junta De Educación de Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Free School District West Islip, NY 11795 Elizabeth Davis, Secretaria de Distrito 25-179 4/3, 24, 5/1, 15

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ELECT MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AS FOLLOWS: A. One member for a term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, to succeed Anthony Henkel, whose term expires June 30, 2025. B. One member for a term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, to succeed Jerry Jean-Pierre, whose term expires June 30, 2025. C. One member for a term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2028, to succeed Kristine Rosales, whose term expires June 30, 2025. Notice is further given that a budget hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:30 P.M. at the Administration Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, N.Y. Copies of the proposed District budget for the year 2025-2026, together with the text of all propositions, will be available at the election, on the District website at

Notice of Annual School District Election & Budget Vote Deer Park Union Free School District Notice is given that an Annual Meeting of the Deer Park Union Free School District, Suffolk County, NY, will be held at the Deer Park High School (gymnasium), 1 Falcon Place, Deer Park, NY, on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M, at which time the polls will be open to vote by voting machine upon the following propositions: PROPOSITION I., SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET: Shall the Board of Education of the Deer Park Union Free School District be authorized to expend the sums of money set forth in the proposed budget for the 2025-2026 school year and to levy the necessary tax therefore?

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www.deerparkschools.org., and in each school building in the District beginning 14 days prior to the Annual District Election during the hours designated:

John Quincy Adams Primary School -

9:00 A.M. to 3:00

P.M. May Moore Primary School - 9:00

A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

John F. Kennedy Intermediate School –

8:30 A.M. to 2:30

P.M. Robert Frost Middle School – 9:00

A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Deer Park Senior High School - 8:00

A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Homer Avenue Building - 8:00 A.M.

-3:00 P.M. Notice is further given that pursuant to Education Law §2014, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting whose name does not appear on the register of said school district, or who is not registered under Article 5 of the Election Law. All qualified voters who voted in school elections or at any special meeting or in any general election within the past four (4) years are not required to register with the Board of Registration for the May 20, 2025 election. Notice is further given that the Board of Registration shall meet on the following dates for the purpose of registering voters for the May 20, 2025 annual district election:

• Wednesday, May 7 @ Administration Office, 3:00 p.m. –7:00 p.m. • Thursday, May 8 @ Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Wednesday, May 14 @ Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Please note that registration with the District for the May 20, 2025 election will not be permitted after the time set above on May 14, 2025. The register prepared will be on file in the District Clerk’s office, Administration Building, 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY, and such register will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on each of the five (5) days prior to the election , including Saturday, May 17, 2025 (by appointment only), excluding Sunday and holidays, and during the election on May 20, 2025. Notice is further given that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in the District Clerk’s office, except that on Monday, April 21, 2025, nominating petitions may be filed with the District Clerk from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Nominating petitions may not be filed later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2025. Each petition must be directed to the District Clerk; must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the district; must state the name and residence of the candidate; and must describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated, including the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent. In accordance with the rules adopted pursuant to Education Law §2035 and Board Policy #1050, the following rule applies to propositions which are not required to be

included in the legal notice. Any qualified voter may have a Proposition placed upon the ballot, provided that such proposition is typed or printed and submitted to the District Clerk not less than thirty (30) days before the Annual School District Election, i.e. no later than April 21, 2025. A voter proposition must contain the greater of 25 signatures or 5% of the eligible voters who voted in the previous annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. However, the Board will not entertain any proposition to be placed before the voters where the proposition is not within the power of the voters to determine, would be confusing to the voters, or is contrary to law. Notice is further given that applications for absentee ballots are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website (https://www. counsel.nysed.gov/ miscellaneous) or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org, or phone at 631-2744013. Applications for early mail ballots are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the State Education Department’s website (https://www. counsel.nysed.gov/ miscellaneous), or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-2744013. Completed applications for absen-

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tee and early mail ballots must be received at least seven (7) 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 or to his or her designated agent, but such applications will not be accepted before April 21, 2025. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received in the District Clerk’s office not later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 to be canvassed. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots have been issued will be available for inspection in the District Clerk’s office on each of the five days prior to the election during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. except Sunday, and on Saturday by appointment only. Notice is further given, that pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-2426762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the Dis-

trict Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 25, 2025. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 20, 2025 if showing a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign country’s postal service; or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot. Notice is further given, that pursuant to Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law, the District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted by the statutory authority, and show the cumulative impact of each type of exemption, the cumulative amount expected to be received as payments in lieu of taxes and the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. Notice is further given, that this Board shall convene a special meeting thereof within 24 hours after the filing

with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the result of the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot; that the Board designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law §2019a(2b) at said special meeting of the Board. Ms. Lisa Brennan, District Clerk Deer Park Union Free School District Suffolk County, New York 25-176 4/3, 10, 24, 5/8

Aviso de Elección Escolar Anual y Voto de Presupuesto Deer Park Union Free School District Se hace saber que una Reunión Anual del Distrito Escolar de Deer Park , Condado de Suffolk, N.Y., se llevará a cabo en Deer Park High School (gimnasio) , 1 Falcon Place, Deer Park , NY, el martes, 20 de mayo , 2025, día en el que las urnas estarán abiertas para votar por máquina de votación entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. para votar sobre las siguientes proposiciones: Proposición I., PRESUPUESTO DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR : ¿Se debe autorizar a la junta del Distrito Escolar de Deer Park a gastar las sumas de dinero establecidas en el presupuesto propuesto para el año 2025-2026 y, por lo tanto, a recaudar el impuesto necesario?

ELEGIR A LOS MIEMBROS DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN COMO

SIGUE : A.         Un miembro por un período de tres (3) años comenzando el 1 de

julio de 2025 y finalizando el 30 de junio de 2028, para suceder a Anthony Henkel , cuyo período expira el 30 de junio de 2025 .

B.         Un miembro por un período de tres (3) años comenzando el 1 de julio de 2025 y finalizando el 30 de junio de 2028, para suceder a Jerry JeanPierre, cuyo periodo expira el 30 de junio de 2025.

C.         Un miembro por un período de tres (3) años comenzando el 1 de julio de 2025 y finalizando el 30 de junio de 2028, para suceder a Kristine Rosales, cuyo periodo expira el 30 de junio de 2025.

Además se hace saber que se llevará a cabo una audiencia presupuestaria el martes 13 de mayo 2025, a las 7: 30 p.m. en la Oficina de Administración de 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, N.Y.

Las copias de la propuesta presupuestaria del distrito para el año 2025-2026, junto con el texto de todas las propuestas, estarán disponibles en la elección, en el sitio web del Distrito en www.deerparkschools.org., y en cada edificio escolar del Distrito a partir de los 14 días anteriores a la Elección

Anual del Distrito durante las horas designadas.

Escuela primaria

John Quincy Adams: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela primaria

May Moore: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela intermedia

John F. Kennedy: de 8:30 a. m. a 2:30 p. m.

Escuela secundaria

Robert Frost: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela secundaria

Deer Park: de 8:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m.

Edificio Homer Av-

enue: de 8:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Se notifica además que de conformidad con la Ley de Educación §2014, se requiere el registro personal de votantes y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión cuyo nombre no aparezca en el registro de dicho distrito escolar, o que no esté registrado bajo el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Todos los votantes calificados que votaron en las elecciones escolares o en cualquier reunión especial o en cualquier elección general dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del registro no están obligados a registrarse en la Junta de Registro para la elección del 20 de mayo de 2025. Además, se notifica que la Junta de Registro se reunirá en las siguientes fechas con el propósito de registrar votantes para la elección anual del distrito del 20 de mayo de 2025.

• Miércoles 7 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 3:00 p.m- 7:00 p.m • Jueves 8 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 9:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.

• Miércoles 14 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tenga en cuenta que la inscripción en el Distrito para las elecciones del 20 de mayo de 2025 no se permitirá después del tiempo establecido anteriormente el 14 de mayo de 2025. Se notifica que el registro preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación

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#1050, la siguiente regla se aplica a las propuestas que no deben incluirse en el aviso legal. Cualquier votante calificado puede hacer que se coloque una propuesta en la boleta, siempre que dicha propuesta esté mecanografiada o impresa y enviada a la Secretaria del Distrito no menos de treinta (30) días antes de la elección anual del distrito escolar, es decir, a más tardar el 21 de abril de 2025. Una propuesta de votante debe contener la mayor de las 25 firmas o el 5% de los votantes elegibles que votaron en la elección anual anterior de los miembros de la Junta de Educación, la que sea mayor. Sin embargo, la Junta no tomará en cuenta cualquier propuesta que se presente a los votantes cuando la propuesta no esté dentro del poder de los votantes para determinar, sería confusa para los votantes o sería contraria a la ley.

Se notifica además que las solicitudes de boletas de voto ausente deben completarse en un formulario prescrito por la junta electoral estatal y pueden obtenerse visitando el sitio web del Departamento de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, https://www. counsel.nysed.gov/ miscellaneous o comunicándose con la Secretaria del Distrito por correo electrónico a Brennan.l@ deerparkschools.org o por teléfono al 631274-4013.

Las solicitudes para las boletas de voto anticipado por correo deben completarse en un formulario prescrito por la junta electoral estatal y pueden obtenerse visitando el sitio web

del Departamento de Educación del Estado (https://www. counsel.nysed.gov/ miscellaneous) o comunicándose con la Secretario del Distrito por correo electrónico a Brennan.l@ deerparkschools.org o por teléfono al 631274-4013.

Las solicitudes completas para las papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo deben recibirse al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se enviará por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección si la papeleta se entregará personalmente al votante o a su agente designado, pero dichas solicitudes no se aceptarán antes del 21 de abril de 2025. Las papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo deben recibirse en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del martes 20 de mayo de 2025 para ser escrutadas. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les han emitido papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo estará disponible para su inspección en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito cada uno de los cinco días previos a la elección durante el horario de 8:00 a. m. a 3:30 p. m. excepto los domingos, y los sábados solo con cita previa. Además, se notifica que, de conformidad con la Ley de Educación §2018-d, cualquier persona que preste servicio en las fuerzas armadas, incluyendo los cónyuges y dependientes, puede registrarse para votar en las próximas elecciones del distrito escolar. Un votante

militar que sea un votante calificado del distrito escolar puede obtener un formulario de registro comunicándose con la Secretaria del Distrito por teléfono (631-274-4013), fax (631-242-6762), correo electrónico (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org ), correo (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), o en persona (durante el horario de oficina habitual de 8:00 a.m. a 3:30 p.m.). Un votante militar que esté debidamente registrado puede solicitar una boleta militar solicitando un formulario de solicitud a la Secretaria del Distrito. Las solicitudes completas deben entregarse personalmente o enviarse por correo a la Secretaria del Distrito y recibirse a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 25 de abril de 2025. Las boletas militares deben recibirse antes de las 5:00 p.m. el 20 de mayo de 2025 si está firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo con una fecha que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección, o no posterior al cierre de las urnas el 20 de mayo de 2025 si tiene matasellos o endosamiento de una agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos. Un votante militar puede designar una preferencia para recibir un formulario de registro de votante militar, una solicitud de boleta militar o una boleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico en la solicitud de dicho registro, solicitud de boleta o boleta. Se da aviso adicional, que de conformidad con la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Raíces, el Distrito debe adjuntar a su presu-

puesto propuesto un informe de exención.   Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cómo el valor total evaluado en la tirada de evaluación final utilizada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumera cada tipo de exención otorgada por la autoridad estatutaria y muestra el el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención, la cantidad acumulada que se espera recibir como pagos en lugar de impuestos y el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas.

Se da aviso adicional, de que esta Junta convocará una reunión especial de la misma dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a la presentación ante la Secretaria del Distrito de un informe escrito de los resultados de la boleta con el fin de examinar y tabular dichos informes del resultado de la boleta electoral y declarando el resultado de la papeleta; que la Junta por este medio se designa a sí misma como un conjunto de funcionarios de votación para emitir y examinar las boletas de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación §2019-a (2b) en dicha reunión especial de la Junta.

Señora Lisa Brennan , Secretaria del Distrito

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Babylon Village’s annual raffle basket auction, May 1

The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their annual Raffle Basket Auction at The Piermont on Thursday, May 1 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The auction will include food for purchase, cash bar and hundreds of baskets. The cost is $45 per person and includes 3 sheets of 26 tickets and dessert.

Sponsored by Catholic Health Good Samaritan University Hospital, proceeds from this fundraiser will help pay for all the village events the chamber organizes.

To purchase tickets, visit, bvccbasketauction.eventbrite. com.

For more information, please email hello@babylonchamber. com

The Piermont is located at 494 Fire Island Ave., Babylon.

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon requests items for food pantry

The First Presbyterian Church Food Pantry is in need of items this season. The church is requesting those interested in donating to please stop by with any of the following items: pancake mix, oatmeal, boxed macaroni and cheese, spaghetti sauce, canned chicken, frozen beef patties, boxed potato, rice, canned soup and peanut butter.

Donations can be dropped by the church house Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The First Presbyterian Church is located at 79 East Main St., Babylon.

For more information, please call (631) 587-5838.

Annual Babylon Village Memorial Day Parade, May 26

The American Legion Post #94 will be hosting the annual Memorial Day Parade in Babylon Village on May 26 at 11 a.m. from Foster Blvd. and Deer Park Ave.

The parade will continue south on Deer Park Ave. to Montauk Highway, and then west to the Village Gazebo for Memorial Day ceremonies.

For more information, please call (631) 669-0094.

TOB Bocce Ball registration

Town of Babylon Parks and Recreation welcomes Bocce players to play on Saturday mornings at Tanner Park in Copiague from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on May 3, 10, 17 and 24, with a rain date of May 31.

The cost is $60 per person. To register, please visit townofbabylon.com/parks.

Tanner Park is located at 400 Baylawn Ave., Copiague. For more information, call 631-893-2100.

Town of Babylon Earth Day celebration, May 3

Celebrate Earth Day with the Town of Babylon on May 3 at Geiger Lake Memorial Park from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Awards and scholarships will be announced at the event. There will also be tours of the botanical gardens offered, children’s crafts, free giveaways, baby animals and inflatable bouncers.

Admission is free.

Geiger Lake Memorial Park is located at 50 W. 23rd St., Deer Park. For more information, please call (631) 422-7640.

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Q. We bought our home three years ago, and are finally ready to finish our basement to make a family room, guest bedroom and a bathroom while enclosing our laundry. Right now it’s just a big open space with a lot of columns. The ceiling is low, and we’ve had estimates to cut down the basement floor. It seems like a lot of money to do all these things at once, but we understand that we need to do it before the prices for materials, as we’ve been warned, go a lot higher. We want to know what needs to be done if we want to lower the floor, take out two columns so our recreation room is bigger, and put in a bathroom. Is there any way to save money?

A. I doubt that you’ll save money, since you are correct that prices are creeping up, but only because of the uncertainty of markets. It seems that the Canada lumber tariffs may not take affect so rapidly, because Congress — including those from both sides of the aisle — is reportedly working on bills to stop the economic strife with our neighbor to the north. But it’s anybody’s guess, right now, day to day.

Basements have always seemed so minor when compared with additions and other renovations, but there are many safety codes you should become familiar with. First, many jurisdictions disallow any sleeping room in basements. Bathrooms are allowed in most jurisdictions, but verify whether a bathing fixture, shower or tub, is allowed. Some will only allow a toilet and sink.

You also need a second means of escape from the main room, not just the staircase you already have from the first floor. You’ll need an escape window or stairwell to the outside. If you choose a window, the sill can’t be more than 44 inches above the floor, and the window must have at least 5.7 square feet of clear opening, swinging outward into a 9-squarefoot (3 feet by 3 feet minimum) area of escape well with a ladder to get out to the ground level. I’ve watched these escape wells go from $3,500 to $12,000 over the past decade.

You will also be required to insulate the basement walls, and insulation must meet the State Energy Code, because when the basement is done legally, with a permit, it must pass the energy code analysis submission to the state’s website portal.

Many people, hearing all these requirements, elect to skirt the rules by hiring someone who does what they think will pass. When you are required to legalize the work, as the responsible party (the homeowner) in the process, sometimes work has to be redone because someone missed something. There’s a reason that professionals have to be involved, and it’s best not to try to save money by avoiding the inevitable, because experience teaches that the rules don’t get simpler over time. More next week.

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Clean-energy tax credits are worth keeping

Congress is currently debating the country’s budget — a process that could result in the repeal of clean-energy tax credits that have benefited Long Island families, small businesses and workers. These investments have supported the transition to clean energy, stimulated economic growth and helped create good jobs. Now they’re on the chopping block, and that’s a mistake we can’t afford to make.

In 2022, the federal government unveiled an unprecedented number of new financial incentives for clean energy that aimed to revitalize domestic manufacturing, expand American-made energy resources and reduce costs for working families. Among these incentives is a set of tax credits that have spurred a massive uptick in local job creation and environmental benefits.

Republicans in sending a letter to other congressional leaders, calling on them to protect the tax credits. We commend Garbarino for his leadership, and urge all members of Congress — on both sides of the aisle — to follow his lead and preserve these benefits.

MARC HERBsT

Despite the clear economic and environmental progress they have prompted, these tax breaks are now at risk. That’s why we’re urging Congress to stand up for them, because they are helping local families. Fortunately, some members of Congress are already doing just that.

Long Island’s own U.S. Rep. Andrew Garbarino is one such champion. Earlier this month, Garbarino led a group of

As Long Islanders and as representatives of the Nature Conservancy and the Long Island Contractors Association, we’re deeply concerned about what could happen if these tax credits disappeared. The consequences would be immediate, wide-ranging and deeply felt by working families and local businesses.

The most immediate impact would be felt in the wallets of working families.

A recent study estimated that if the credits were repealed, by 2026, average residential electricity costs would increase by 7 percent and business costs would increase by 10 percent. Many Long Island families simply can’t afford that.

But the damage wouldn’t stop there. Ending these tax credits would also puts good jobs at risk. In their first year alone, the credits and other incentives created roughly 150,000 new clean-energy jobs across the country. Here in New York, the credits support more than

13,600 jobs every year, according to an analysis by BW Research Partnership, commissioned by the Nature Conservancy. Over seven years, that’s more than 95,000 jobs for local families. If the tax credits disappear, those jobs could disappear as well.

Businesses are also relying on them, because eliminating them would disrupt operations and raise costs for working families. Many in Congress are calling for an all-of-the-above approach to expand domestic energy production and secure energy independence. That requires diversifying our resources and continuing the clean energy rollout.

We’re living through a bold and necessary transformation of our energy systems. Never before have we had access to so many varied sources of electricity. Beyond traditional energy sources, clean-energy technologies such as solar and wind are powering Long Island homes and businesses. In 2023, roughly one-third of New York’s energy came from renewable sources. Preserving this energy diversity is critical for reliability and cost, because building renewable energy costs less and is far healthier for our families and businesses.

If these tax breaks go away, we also

stand to lose significant environmental benefits. Cleaner air to breathe, fewer children treated in emergency rooms for asthma attacks, and longer lives for our parents and grandparents are all benefits of transitioning away from dirty fossil fuels. By adding more clean energy to our grid, we’re reducing the amount of pollution that enters our air and water.

Life on Long Island is deeply tied to our natural spaces and iconic beaches. We know how important it is to protect our environment for future generations. These tax credits are helping build a safer, healthier future for our children. Losing them would be a mistake with lasting consequences.

It’s encouraging to know that our local representatives are committed to our community by protecting these incentives. We are grateful to the Long Island members of Congress championing them, and we urge all representatives to follow their leadership. The future of our economy, our environment and our communities depends on it.

Mark Herbst is executive director of the Long Island Contractors’ Association. Kevin McDonald is Long Island policy adviser to the Nature Conservancy.

Why is the Church advocating illegal immigration?

Last month the Herald featured an op-ed essay by two nuns, Mary Beth Moore and Evelyn Lamoureux, entitled, “We must protect our immigrants.” The sisters’ argument, while fully sincere, was flawed because it failed to distinguish between legal and illegal immigration. It is the same blurring of the two immigrant classes that was evident in a recent homily I heard at a Long Island church. I was born to an Italian Catholic mom and a non-religious dad from a Jewish background. I followed my mother’s religion and was baptized, and even went to a Catholic school in Queens through fifth grade. While attending a Mass last month, I cringed listening to a priest who sought to shame parishioners into supporting illegal immigration. He didn’t tell us to accept illegal immigration, but he failed to distinguish between the legal and illegal variety. He threw all immigrants into the same bucket. If you supported illegal immigration, you were being a

Good Samaritan. If you didn’t, you were failing to follow God’s path.

I found that to be somewhat contradictory to the rules I learned in Catholic school. There, if you cut in line in front of someone else who was waiting patiently, you’d probably be whacked on the knuckles with a ruler. Follow the rules, the nuns would say, or face the consequences.

TSo you may understand my bewilderment as to why the present-day leaders of the Church are now telling people from all over the world that they can ignore the rules and cut in line, in front of others who have been waiting patiently for years to enter our country the right way. Pope Francis has not been shy about blasting the Trump administration about its efforts to control the border. But border czar Tom Homan was right on the money when he pointed out the fact that the Vatican continues to have a wall in place, along with a security detail, to make sure that only those who are permitted and vetted enter the inner sanctums of Vatican City. Can it be that the Church is teaching rules for thee, but not for me? Would squatters be able to pitch tents in the Vatican and claim

the area as their home? Not a chance. Could there be some other reasons for the Church’s recent advocacy for breaking rules when it comes to immigration?

hey’re telling people all over the world that they can ignore the rules.

Well, here are two theories, and they both require us to follow the money. One is that the Church lost a great deal of donations and members after the sex scandal that was exposed decades ago. Importing millions of Catholics from south of the border could only help replenish some of those vacancies in church pews.

Secondly, a little known secret is that from 2021 to 2023 alone, the federal government doled out over $300 million to the Catholic Church and Catholic charities to be the conduits in caring for the millions of illegal immigrants the government allowed to come here. The present administration has expressed its desire to end that practice.

If you want to look at things from a humanitarian perspective, you can’t overlook the following dislocations presented by illegal migration. Veterans have been kicked out of housing units to make room for these migrants. Children had to give up a soccer field so it could

be used to handle the mass influx of newcomers. Homelessness soared by 18 percent for individuals and 39 percent for families, due in part to the pressure that millions of new illegal immigrants placed on the housing market.

The City of New York had to shell out $10 billion to house and feed people who had no right to be here in the first place. Schools have had to absorb millions of their children, most of whom didn’t know English. Legitimate contractors wanting to pay their workers health benefits and workers comp were put out of business by those who cheated by hiring illegal day laborers. Wages for America’s working class stagnated due in part to the illegal hirings.

Here’s hoping that the Church will go back to the times I remember as a child, when it promoted compassion and caring for the less fortunate while still preaching that those seeking to enjoy our American freedoms should at least play by the rules we put in place to ensure order and fairness. Like I learned in Catholic school.

Steve Levy is president of Common Sense Strategies, a political consulting firm. He has served as Suffolk County executive and as a state assemblyman, and is host of “The Steve Levy Radio Show.” Comments? Steve@commonsensestrategies.com.

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Small Business Week celebrates entrepreneurs

every May for more than 60 years, the United States has taken the time to celebrate a crucial force in its economy: the small-business owner. This year during National Small Business Week, May 4 to 10, we will honor the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels innovation, drives local economies, and creates opportunity in communities across the country.

It’s important to recognize that this is more than just a ceremonial observance. Small Business Week is a chance to spotlight the backbone of America’s economic engine and the importance of supporting the 33 million small businesses nationwide.

Two of their biggest backers are the federal Small Business Administration and SCORE, a nonprofit organization that has mentored more than 11 million entrepreneurs since 1964. The SBA is a government agency that promotes and safeguards the interests of small businesses. Its mission is to support them and help them thrive, because they are such a vital component of the nation’s economy. The SBA provides access to federal contracts, counseling and financing, among other resources, to help these business grow.

Together, the SBA and SCORE will offer invaluable resources to both aspiring and established business owners at the annual National Small Business Week Virtual Summit, a free online event May 6 and 7. It will offer more than educational workshops; it will be a showcase of what’s possible when the public and private sectors collaborate.

That effort will include mentorships,

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practical advice and access to federal programs and tools that can help smallbusiness owners navigate the myriad challenges they face, from financing to digital marketing.

The Summit won’t just be about learning — it will also be about community. Consider the sheer number of small businesses that dot the landscape of the cities, towns and villages that Herald newspapers cover. How many do you patronize on a regular basis, from your favorite pizza place to your favorite stationery store or barbershop? Many are anchors of their neighborhoods or downtown commercial areas, making towns into home towns.

Beyond the summit, the SBA is organizing in-person events across the country, including a national awards celebration in Washington, D.C., on May 5. There will be local events as well, giving municipalities the chance to recognize their own standout entrepreneurs.

But why should National Small Business Week matter to everyone — not just business owners? Because small businesses do more than sell products and services. They create jobs. Half of all U.S. workers are employed by small and medium-sized businesses, which contribute 43 percent of the country’s GDP. Small businesses mentor future leaders. They drive innovation. They support schools, sponsor local Little League teams, and strengthen the fabric of our communities.

Almost every dollar spent at a small business goes back into the local economy. And during challenging times, as we saw during the coronavirus pandemic,

Re Peter King’s column, “Ed Kranepool was the real Mr. Met,” last week: As a graduate of James Monroe High School in the Bronx (I entered as Kranepool left), I was following even his high school career, because my dad umpired high school games as Ed chased Hank Greenberg’s (no relation) career high school home run record.

As an aside, the title of Jimmy Breslin’s book, “Can’t Anybody Here Play This Game?” was a quote by Casey Stengel as he appraised his new team.

JOEL GREENBERG Merrick

Time for a bigger, better bottle bill

To the Editor:

Over 40 years ago, I walked with a group of concerned citizens from Inwood, Manhattan, to the Coca-

these businesses often demonstrate resilience and creativity that not only help their communities endure those times, but inspire new ways to overcome them, bringing residents closer together in the process.

Smart legislation is critical, too. State Sen. Monica Martinez, whose district covers parts of Long Island, recently introduced the Lift Our Communities, Advertise Locally, or LOCAL, Act. This bill would provide truly small businesses — 10 employees or fewer — as well as minority-, female- or veteran-owned businesses of any size with a tax credit of up to $4,000 so they can advertise their products and services.

Supporting small businesses is a yearround responsibility, but next month’s special week will give us a chance to recommit to their success. Whether you attend the virtual summit, shop locally, or simply share the story of a small business that inspired you, there are countless ways to show support.

To learn more about this year’s events, to register for the summit, or to find a celebration near you, visit SBA. gov/NSBW. And be sure to follow along, and join the national conversation, at #SmallBusinessWeek. Throughout the year, the Herald offers small businesses webinars and training, too, and we encourage businesses to sign up for these valuable sessions.

In celebrating this special week, we celebrate the grit, vision and drive that continue to shape our nation by shaping its economy — one idea, one storefront and one hardworking entrepreneur at a time.

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the other week I had the pleasure of flying to Atlanta to celebrate the wedding of two good friends. The ceremony was beautiful, the bride and groom were happy, and nothing disturbed the sanctity of the moment.

What really struck me was how much fun I had seeing a bunch of old friends from college and high school, and how much I’d missed spending time with them.

The groom and I had gone to neighboring colleges, although we’d known each other for years through mutual friends. I spent so much time over my four years with him and the other kids at St. Andrews university that there were some days when I thought I knew their campus better than mine. Certainly I knew where all the cheapest bars in their town were. But after graduation, we all went our separate ways, as happens. While we

kept in touch sporadically, the demands of life and work — not to mention the pandemic and general global craziness — meant that I rarely, if ever, saw or talked to many people who only a few years before I’d hung out with every day.

until this recent weekend, when we spent practically every waking moment getting up to our old shenanigans again. It sounds cliché to say, but it truly felt like no time had passed.

every weekend. And for many young people, this connection is something that we’re all deeply missing.

Most people are aware that there is a loneliness epidemic in America.

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fter college, we went our separate ways, but it was silly of me not to reach out before.

The most astonishing part was finding out how many of these friends now lived so close to me, with the majority of them having moved to New York City in the past few years. The last I’d heard from them, they were scattered as far apart as Los Angeles and London; little did I know that most of them now lived less than an hour away on the LIRR. I’ve already made plans to see some of them again soon.

That got me thinking about how silly it was of me not to reach out before. A simple text, “Hey, how’s it going, dude?” and I could have been seeing them

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Cola plant in Tarrytown to call attention to the fact that New York state needed a bottle deposit bill. I was sore for three weeks! We achieved victory, and New York passed the Returnable Container Act, commonly known as the Bottle Bill. This landmark law has proven to be a highly effective program, reducing litter and increasing recycling rates in our state.

Albany now needs to support the Bigger Better Bottle Bill (S5684, A6543). This legislation would raise bottle and can deposits from 5 to 10 cents, which would increase redemption rates, support some of our state’s most marginalized workers and further reduce litter. The nickel deposit was enacted into law in 1983. If it were adjusted for inflation, it would be 15 cents today.

This bill could generate as much as $100 million for the state, and those funds could be used to address limits on redemption options in low-income communities and other litter and solid waste problems. It would also create more consistency by including sports drinks, iced tea, wine and spirits and more. With more beverage types included, there would be more recycling, less confusion and less pollution.

We must stop littering our Earth with one-time-use disposable bottles. This 42-yearold law needs to be updated. Here’s hoping our Legislature and governor will carry this bill through to fruition.

JoSEpH M. VARoN West Hempstead

Joseph Varon is a past president of the New York State Marine Education Association, and a member of the Long Island chapter of

According to a study released in 2024 by the American psychiatric Association, 30 percent of adults experience feelings of loneliness at least once a week, with 10 percent admitting that they feel lonely every day.

This is even more pronounced in young people, with 30 percent of Americans ages 18 to 34 saying they are lonely every day or several times a week.

This crisis, while not as immediately obvious as a drug or disease epidemic, is just as insidious in its negative impact on the health of our country and our communities. A variety of factors are believed to contribute to this problem, from technology to being overworked to our hyper-focused sense of individualism.

While experts argue about the cause, the negative results speak for themselves. Humans are naturally social

Food & Water Watch, and Beyond Plastics.

Surely we can shelter the homeless and their pets

To the Editor:

There is a desperate need for Nassau County politicians to establish a homeless shelter for people with pets.

There is nothing more emotionally jarring than looking into the eyes of a person who has lost everything and, in order to be admitted to a shelter, must surrender a beloved lifelong companion to an animal rescue — or continue to live on the streets — because Nassau County has no place for the two of them to go.

And it’s equally soul-wrenching to sit with a newly surrendered homeless animal, confused and scared, and console them as they get one last glimpse of the best friend they adored unconditionally.

Last month, the Safe Center of Long Island, in Bethpage, closed. Isn’t there a space like this that can be used as shelter for both the homeless and their pets?

politicians, for decades you have been telling homeless people what they need, instead of asking them. They have told me through their tears, and their animal friends by their despair. Will you act, or continue to look away from the truly voiceless, who in your campaign speeches you profess you will be a champion for.

DANA

FuCHS Long Beach

Dana Fuchs works at an animal rescue facility.

animals, and when we are unable to socialize, for whatever reason — from prisoners in solitary confinement to teenage shut-ins who spend all of their time online — the effects of being separated from others take a serious mental and physical toll on our health.

Studies have compared the impact of loneliness on our bodies to the effects of smoking 15 cigarettes, and concluded that it leads to higher rates of Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. Loneliness literally kills us.

on the flip side, the desire for companionship can also lead people to seek connection and validation from unhealthy sources, such as political extremist groups, criminal organizations, and even drugs.

That’s why, now more than ever, it’s important to reach out. Shoot a text to your buddy from high school or call your friend from your sports team in college. Sometimes even a short conversation catching up is all you need to remind yourself how many friends you have, and how much they mean to you.

Will Sheeline is an editor covering Glen Head, Locust Valley, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff. Comments? wsheeline@liherald.com.

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