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Memorializing Afghan, Iraq wars at park mittee would design and raise $100,000 for a new monument to honor county veterans of the “Fighting in Afghanistan was wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. like Whac-A-Mole,” said Army County officials said they hoped Staff Sgt. Chad Ryals, a veteran to break ground on the memoriof the wars in Afghanistan and al Oct. 7, to commemorate the Iraq. “It’s rocky and 20th anniversary of mountainous there, the outbreak of war and [fighters] would in Afghanistan. pop out of the mounThe memorial tains and use the terwas established in rain against us. A lot 1947, two years after of my friends didn’t World War II ended. make it home.” The plaza has grown Ryals, a Louisiever since, with ana native, enlisted monuments that recwhen he was 17. ognize those who Now 35 and a Glen fought in the Civil, Cove resident for CHAD RYALS Spanish-American, five years, he said Veteran Korean and Vietnam it’s important that wars. combat veterans “We’re proud that from the war in Afghanistan and Nassau County is home to one of the second Persian Gulf War be the largest veteran populations remembered — those who did in the state,” Curran said. not return home alive as well as “There are 55,000 veterans who those who did. He said he had make their home right here in wondered why it took Nassau Nassau.” County so long to add a monuSome 4,281 residents served in ment to Veterans Memorial Iraq and Afghanistan, according Plaza in Eisenhower Park for to census data. Twenty-one died. these veterans, and added that “Our troops are coming home he was pleased with the decision. now from Afghanistan,” Curran Flanked by veterans, Nassau said. “It makes sense that right County Executive Laura Curran now, more than ever, we ensure announced July 8 at the plaza that present and future generathat a bipartisan advisory comCONTINUED ON PAGE 4

By LAURA LANE llane@liherald.com

he only way you are truly gone is if you are forgotten.

AFTER A LITTLE more than two years of construction, the East Meadow Library remains closed to patrons, without a definite opening date scheduled.

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East Meadow Library to open ‘soon,’ but no date is set yet By MALLORY WILSON mwilson@liherald.com

East Meadow residents have been without full inside access to their local library since June 22, 2019. The library, which has been under renovation for just over two years, has no set opening date. There was an initial timeline for the $14.6 million renovation, but the coronavirus pandemic delayed the project because of concern for workers’ safety as Covid-19 spread, library Director Carol

Probeyahn explained. An update on the library website last September said that officials would try to open it by early spring 2021, and another update this May said they hoped the library would open by July. “We don’t have a specific date as of yet, unfortunately. The fine details have yet to be worked out,” Probeyahn said. “The book movers are now putting the books on the shelves, which is a great thing. We hope to be opening very soon. We are doing our

best to open up as soon as we can because we know the residents are eager to go to the library.” She added that anyone could call the library and ask questions about construction. Residents said they understood that Covid-19 has impacted construction, but d i d n’ t u n d e r s t a n d why library officials have been quiet about it. “If they would say what was actually happening, I would be more understanding about the CONTINUED ON PAGE 3

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CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE delays,” Melinda Geraghty said. “They’ve said nothing. I just wish there was transparency. They’re very closed off. I understand Covid affected things, but you can’t keep blaming Covid. “I grew up in East Meadow, and I love this library, and I wanted my kids to grow up knowing this library,” Geraghty said. “The renovations have taken too much time now.” Residents said they miss services that the library provided before the construction closure. “Our library has a great history in East Meadow, and to me, it’s my favorite thing about this town,” Marion Smith said. “When I was able to walk, it was my favorite place to bring my granddaughter, Savannah, and it’s a great place to escape this crazy world.” “Our library had really fun programs. I do many things alone and always felt safe attending things there,” Cindy Rein said. “Sometimes you’d see the same people show up for all the same things, and it was nice. I loved it and really miss it.” Parking at the new library is a concern for some, as well. Probeyahn said there would be enough parking for patrons when construction is complete. She added that she believes patrons will be pleased with the new facility. “There is so much light streaming through, and the library seems brighter, whereas before it seemed dark,” she said. I’m sure the residents will be very pleased with the renovations and changes.” In March 2017, the East Meadow School District and the library partnered to bring a joint resolution to East Meadow voters that asked for support on improvements and renovations for the school district and library facilities. The bond vote took place March 7 at the district’s elementary schools. Library officials determined then that the cost of the renovations would be roughly $14.6

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THE EAST MEADOW Library is expected to open soon, library officials said. Books are being added back to the shelves. million, and the bond passed, with 2,031 voting “yes” and 835 “no.” “The residents voted to do this renovation,” Probeyahn said. “We have an architect and a construction manager, and they oversee the construction. In my capacity as a director, I have input as well, but the physical building and construction itself is the construction manager and architect.” The library closed for periods starting on June 22, 2019, before fully closing in March 2020 because of the pandemic. Since then, residents have been picking up materials curbside at the Samanea New York Mall in Westbury. The library’s initial construction budget has not changed since the 2017 vote, Probeyahn said, and the

architect and construction manager developed the budget. “We’re right within where we need to be,” she said. “We’re not over budget. We are very careful to provide a quality project to the public.” When the library’s $8 million 2021-22 budget passed in May, the library did not receive additional money for the renovations. The biggest budget increase was for debt service, which was about a million dollars. The budget, in total, pierced the state-mandated tax-levy cap, with an increase of 4.27 percent. The tax levy is the total amount of money that the library needs to meet its expenses. “The library itself didn’t pierce the cap by much,” Probeyahn said. “The library board was careful that we kept the operating budget within reason.”

Mixed reviews for South Shore wind farm By JAMES BERNSTEIN jbernstein@liherald.com

If Long Beach residents are concerned about a private company’s $3 billion proposal to build a 174-turbine wind farm 15 miles from the South Shore, few of them voiced it at a virtual hearing on the matter on July 8. Only a handful of people commented at the second hearing held by the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management on a proposal by Norway-based Equinor to build the Empire Wind project. Equinor has been awarded contracts by New York state, the first of which was granted in 2019 to supply 816 megawatts of power to the state grid, connecting in Brooklyn. A second contract, for 1,260 megawatts, was awarded in January for Long Island’s South Shore. What is key for Long Beach is a part of the project that calls for two offshore substations to collect the power, which would be routed by cables to one or more of several potential sites in Brooklyn. A Long Beach cable would also be connected to an Equinor substation, and to the Long Island Power Authority grid by way of a substation in Island Park. That cable could run under the barrier beach island. Long Beach would not be involved in the overall approval process, but would have a say about the underground cable’s location. Only one person on the virtual meeting talked about the impact on Long Beach. That was Michael Halpern, of Silver Spring, Md. He said his mother, Diane Halpern, died in 2002 and had been cremated and her ashes buried in the sand off Riverside Boulevard. He said she loved the view of the Atlantic Ocean, and so did he. “I’m very concerned about the construction” of the turbines, Halpern said. “It would disturb me to see these turbines.” He said he did not oppose wind power, but the

e are not interested in being collateral damage to electric utilities.

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Wallace & Associates wind farm “should not be off the coast of Long Beach.” “To build turbines on this site is sacrilegious,” Halpern said. He said his great-grandmother lives in the of King David nursing home in Long Beach, and he has other connections to the area. Equinor officials said the 951-foot-tall turbines would not be seen from the shoreline. If the project were approved, the first turbine could be up by 2025. A representative of commercial fishing organizations repeated their opposition to the project, while those seeking more jobs for the region favored it. David Wallace, of Cambridge, Md.-based Wallace & Associates, which represents the clamming industry in southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, said fishing would be impacted by the turbines. “We plan to make this very clear,” Wallace said. “We are not interested in being collateral damage to electric utilities.” He said commercial fishermen have proposed that wind farm developers put up funds to provide for the loss of fishing grounds. Mariah Dignan, Long Island lead for Climate Jobs New York, a statewide coalition of labor unions advancing a pro-climate and pro-worker agenda, said the project would create 6,500 new jobs, adding $12 billion to the economy. “This is a moment when we should take action on a

clean-energy, low-carbon future,” Dignan said. “We can help launch that with Empire Wind.” Caroline Hahn, of the New York League of Conservation Voters, an environmental group, said the organization was “very excited to see Empire Wind go forward” for the jobs it could bring and the steps toward clean energy that it would take. State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a Long Beach Democrat and chairman of the Senate Environmental Conservation Committee, was not on the virtual meeting, but said in a statement that “placing wind turbines off the coast of Long Beach is a bold idea that will help residents power not only their homes, but the local economy. “This project,” he continued, “is an integral part of our state’s commitment to our renewable energy goals, outlined in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act I authored, and this public meeting, and the many more to follow, are essential to ensure that the project works for residents of the South Shore of Nassau County.” Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the CLCPA in 2019. Tom Baracca, of East Meadow, who worked on a LIPA wind project 20 years ago, said, “It’s time for renewable energy to be brought into New York.” And David Rysdahl, of Brooklyn, said he and his wife are considering starting a family. “I’m afraid of what I see in the future,” he said. “My kids will ask me what did I do” about the environment. “That’s why I’m calling in support of Empire Wind.” The project would be the largest wind farm in New York state. It would produce more than 2,000 megawatts of power. The Long Beach portion of the project would supply power to about 800,000 customers, while the Brooklyn portion would supply 500,000 customers.

Monument to honor Afghanistan, Iraq vets and have some sort of PTSD.” Ralph Esposito, director of the Vetertions continue to appreciate the sacrifice ans Service Agency for Nassau County, that veterans have made for our nation.” said veterans of Afghanistan and Iraq do The county memorial committee has 12 members, five of whom Curran select- not join veterans organizations because they have families and are looking for ed, five chosen by the Nassau jobs to support them. Council of Veterans of For“These are all kids who eign Wars, one by the Nassau aren’t interested in joining County Legislature’s majoriAmerican Legions or VFWs,” ty and one by the minority. said Esposito, of Floral Park. Chris Peterkin, command“We are in our 70s, from the er of the Bellmore Veterans Korean and Vietnam wars, of Foreign Wars Post 2770, is for the most part. They don’t forming an additional comwant to listen to a bunch of mittee of Afghanistan and old guys talking war stories.” Iraq veterans to work with Regardless, efforts continthe county’s committee. The ue to recruit younger veterVFW spearheaded the memoans. rial, he said, because an VIRGINIA Ryals, who served in Iraq active Afghanistan/Iraq war from 2003 to 2005, and in veteran organization does not CERVASIO Afghanistan from 2006 to exist. He urged volunteers to Founder, 2007, said he could underjoin, adding that they do not Heroes Among Us stand why the veterans don’t need to be VFW members. want to talk. “It’s kind of a Peter Wenninger, comrepressive memory, which mander of the East Meadow American Legion Memorial Post 82, said causes constant stress,” he said. “It affects he has not found any veterans from the you mentally, and you can’t relax. You Afghanistan and Iraq wars who want to don’t want to think about it.” Many veterans feel survivor’s guilt, he become involved in the legion. “I hand them my card and ask them to said. “They say talking about it helps, but please come down to the hall, and I’m met it doesn’t,” he said. “I volunteer at a suiwith comments like, ‘How did you know I cide hotline for veterans. I put myself out was a vet?’ and ‘Why did you come across of my comfort zone to help.” Virginia Cervasio, of Glen Cove, creatthe parking lot to talk to me?’” Wenninger said. “I get the feeling that they don’t trust ed Heroes Among Us, a nonprofit that CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE

his project is very close to my heart because I’m honoring my son.

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CHRIS PETERKIN, COMMANDER of the Bellmore Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2770, urged veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq wars to volunteer to work on the monument. serves veterans. She formed the organization in memory of her son, Angelo, 24, an Air Force Gulf War veteran who died by suicide in 2006. Her nonprofit will donate $5,000 toward the monument. A member of Curran’s 12-member veteran’s advisory committee, Cervasio said she will do whatever is needed. “This project is very close to my heart because I’m honoring my son,” she said.

“This is the war he fought in and died. It doesn’t matter that he didn’t die there.” “The only way you are truly gone is if you are forgotten,” Ryals said. The memorial “wouldn’t be for me. It would be for them.”

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Nassau County is offering a program for which residents 60 and over, who receive $1,986 or less a month, can receive a one-time per person, per year coupon book worth $20 to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at local far mers markets and far m stands. The coupons will be provided by the New York State Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program at the Westbury Senior Center, 360 Post Ave., on July 28 from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. free of charge. To find out future days and times the coupons will be available,

call (516) 759-9610. Cornell Cooperative Extension will have a Mobile Farm Stand with locally grown fresh produce at the Napolitano Farm Stand, 3434 Hempstead Tunrpike, Levittown, on Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 5 to Oct. 30; New Cassel Farmers’ Market, First Baptist Church, parking lot, 212 Garden St., Westbury, on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., July 10 to Oct. 30. The produce is seasonal, freshp i cke d a n d re a s o n ably p r i c e d . Seniors can use their coupons and pay with cash or credit card.

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Electric bike sales boom on South Shore Longtime bicyclist Arne Johnson, 72, said that his cycling speed has slowed with his age. And as a member of Huntington Bicycle Club, Johnson said he struggled to keep up with the younger, faster members in the group. So when the Huntington resident purchased his first electric bike, it was a “lifechanging experience,” he said. Johnson said he began looking into e-bikes a few years ago after he suffered injuries which prevented him from cycling. He purchased his first e-bike from Brands Cycles and Fitness in Wantagh in September 2018. E-bike sales at Brands have at least doubled since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, said owner Gary Sirota. That follows a national trend: according to the World Economic Forum, electric bike sales in the U.S. have increased by 145 percent since 2019. “A lot of people took up cycling as a hobby during the pandemic and stuck with it after,” Sirota said. On March 21, 2020, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that New York bike shops could remain open during the statewide closure order under Executive Order 202.6. Sales have also increased at other local bike shops, including Merrick Bicycles in Merrick. Owner Dan Yuricic, who also co-owns

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JOHNSON POSED OUTSIDE Jones Beach near the welcome sign with his e-bike in September 2019. Long Beach Bicycles, said that when gyms and recreational facilities closed during the pandemic, many people turned to bike riding for exercise, since bike shops were open deemed essential, he said. Yuricic said many of those cyclists have now switched to electric bikes. “E-bike allow people to travel further distances, carry things on their bikes, combat winds, get up higher hills ... it makes it easier for certain members of bicycle clubs to keep up with the rest of their groups,” Yuricic said, “especially in the case that those

members are older than the rest and have less stamina.” While some electric bikes only have a throttle, meaning the bike can be operated without pedaling, others, like Johnson’s, are pedal-assist bikes. “[They] allow you to work out as much or as little as you want to,” Johnson said. “You can get a different level of assistance from the bike’s motor depending on which level you choose and how hard you pedal. On level one, you’ll do the most work and you’ll get the minimal help from the

motor.” Sirota said that the majority of his e-bike customers ride for recreational and exercise purposes. However, many Long Islanders use bicycles to commute to work so they don’t have to worry about finding space to park their vehicles, he said – or worry about breaking a sweat. “Bicycles are a great and healthy way to travel to work,” he said, “but the problem is that you are bound to break a sweat. With e-bikes, you can get to your destination comfortably, without sweating.” Electric bicycles are also efficient for long hiking or camping trips, Johnson said, who noted that he once rode his e-bike from Huntington to the Hamptons. “With e-bikes, you can make self-sustained trips by simply carrying your battery charger with you and finding an outlet to charge your bike’s battery at night,” he said, “you can even bring a bag full of your clothes with you because the motor makes it easy to carry extra weight.” Although electric bike sales have increased, Yuricic said, they will never replace regular bikes. Sirota said he feels similarly. “Regular bicycles will never go out of style,” Sirota said, who prefers to ride a regular bike. “Whether it’s younger children cruising around, adults exercising or going for joy rides, or even cyclists who compete in contests, everyone cycles for different reasons…so it’s nice to have a variety of different types of bikes to choose from.”

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Heralds honor Business Women of L.I. By Lee Meyer lmeyer@liherald.com

July 14 was a banner day for Long Island’s women of business. The Herald Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards, originally planned for 2020 and delayed more than a year because of the coronavirus pandemic, were held at The Heritage Club at Bethpage and recognized women for their excellence in various fields. The awards kicked off with a cocktail hour at which guests and honorees met and networked with one another. The mood was bursting with positivity, with honorees excited and grateful to be able to meet in person for the first time in over a year. Honorees said they were thrilled to be among their peers and acknowledged how much harder it is, even in this day and age, for women to succeed and advance in their careers compared to their male counterparts. “I think it’s harder for women to reach the same business goals as men,” said honoree Lisa Rispoli, partner at Grassi Advisors & Accountants. “There’s still a difference.” “I really appreciate this honor, and I’m thankful to the Herald and Richner for recognizing women in business. I think it’s very important for younger women to have women in business as mentors to look up to,” said honoree Dr. Eve Lupenko-Ferrante, of the Glen Cove City Council. “I am a humble businesswoman, so when I was asked to be an honoree it meant a lot to me,” said Lisa E. Boglione, founder, president and CEO of Accu-Serve Process Service, LTD & Publications Elite Company Inc. “I come from the generation of change, when women were coming out of the home and into the business world. Starting a business from scratch was very tough. Everyone should be recognized for what they do, but moms that are business owners or in the workforce juggle something men couldn’t understand. I give kudos to all women.” Another honoree, Director of Nursing at Mount Sinai South Nassau Eileen Mahler, said it was important to be able to gather together after the rough year that was 2020. “Being in health care, we’ve had such a rough year,” she said. “It’s nice to be able to get together and to recognize the things they’ve done is great.” Guests gathered for the awards ceremony and sit-down dinner. Opening remarks by Richner Communications President and CEO Stuart Richner expressed great joy in hosting the Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards and recalled the founding of Richner Communications by his parents, Edith and Robert Richner, expressing the profound impact his mother had on the business and its success. Richner added, “It is my deep belief that women must be represented equally in every profession, that they should have access to every rung on the career ladder, to every seat in the corporate boardroom and to every opportunity to earn equal pay. The honorees before you this evening represent the progress we have made as a society on this front, but there is much more

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SupporterS caMe out in force for the women honorees at the Herald Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards last week.

work to do.” Director of New Business Development Eric Feil gave brief remarks as well, and introduced the upcoming Long Island Choice Awards, a reader’s choice program that launches July 28. Special guest speaker Nassau County Executive Laura Curran — the first woman to hold the position — spoke on the importance of honoring and recognizing women for their significant and important contributions to business. “It was an honor to attend the second annual Premier Businesswomen Awards Gala,” Curran said. “We celebrated high-level women business leaders making a difference both professionally and in their respective communities. Their contributions are notable and worthy of praise, and as they take on more substantial roles, I’m confident that their impact will continue to grow. I thank the Long Island Herald for hosting such a beneficial event.” Amy Amato, executive director of corporate relations and events for Richner Communications, said, “We were originalContinued on neXt page

eiLeen MahLer accepted the award for Excellence in Healthcare from Richner Communications Inc. President Stuart Richner and the evening’s emcee, Antoinette Biordi of News 12. Kerri anne ScanLon received the award for Excellence in Healthcare with Richner and Biordi. MicheLe dean accepted the award for Trailblazer of the Year with Richner and Biordi.

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continued from PreViouS Page ly supposed to have this celebration in March of 2020, and I’m so glad we were finally able to meet in person to honor these fabulous and powerful women.” The awards were announced by News 12 anchor and Emmy winner Antoinette Biordi. Awards were given in categories such as health care, real estate, education, government, legal, finance and more. Suffolk Federal Credit Union CEO Michele Dean, who won Trailblazer of the Year, said, “To be in the class of all these accomplished women...it’s such an honor. In the banking industry, there are not many female CEOs, especially on Long Island.” Dean, who started her job during the pandemic, said, “It’s been such a rewarding experience.” Thanks to sponsors Mount Sinai South Nassau, Glen Cover Hospital, Touro College, Suffolk Federal Credit Union, Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, New York Cancer & Blood Specialists, Prager Metis, PSEG Long Island, Cameron Engineering, Adelphi University, AccuServe Process Service Ltd, Real Estate Homes and Publications Elite Company Inc. See more photos at richnerlive.com.

TRAILBLAZER OF THE YEAR Michele Dean President/CEO Suffolk Federal Credit Union EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE Eileen Mahler, PhD, RN, NE-BC Director of Nursing Education: Professional Development, Practice and Research Mount Sinai South Nassau EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE Kerri Anne Scanlon, RN Executive Director Glen Cove Hospital EXCELLENCE IN REAL ESTATE Deirdre O’Connell CEO Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty ACCOUNTING Diana Hopkins Director, Valuation & Business Analytics BDO USA, LLP ACCOUNTING Hayley Mayer, EA Principal Client Account Services Prager Metis CPAs ACCOUNTING Lisa Rispoli, CPA, AEP Partner, Trust & Estate Services Leader Grassi Advisors & Accountants ACCOUNTING Mary Santoli Director of Small Business Services Prager Metis CPAs EDUCATION Meredith H. Celentano Assistant Vice President for

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GUESTS ENJOYED COCKTAILS and conversation.

Development and Alumni Affairs Hofstra University EDUCATION Linda Howard-Weissman Assistant Dean for Institutional Advancement Touro Law Center EDUCATION Elaine L. Smith, EdD, MS, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, ANEF Dean, College of Nursing and Public Health Adelphi University EDUCATION Joanne O’Brien Dean of the School of Education and Human Services Molloy College ENERGY & TRANSPORTATION Peggy Keane Managing Director and Vice President Construction and Operations PSEG Long Island ENGINEERING Janice Jijina, P.E., AICP, CEP, LEED AP Partner of Planning and Environmental Analysis Cameron Engineering FINANCE & BANKING Cara Cunha Senior Mortgage Loan Officer PNC Bank FINANCE & BANKING Melissa Curtis Sales Manager/Senior Loan Originator Contour Mortgage FINANCE & BANKING Diane Johnston Vice President Bernstein Private Wealth Management

FINANCE & BANKING Marie Taylor, CRPC, AAMS Financial Advisor Edward Jones FINANCE & BANKING Michelle Moreira-Jodice Vice President/Branch Manager The First National Bank of Long Island FINANCE & BANKING Theresa Potter Director of Franchise Partnerships Lendio GOVERNMENT Eve Lupenko Ferrante, MD Councilwoman City of Glen Cove Cosmetic Dermatologist Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS Tracey Rosenberg, DDS, MD Oral Surgeon Plainview Massapequa Levittown Oral and Implant Surgery HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS Yelda Nouri, MD Board-Certified Medical Oncologist and Hematologist New York Cancer & Blood Specialists INSURANCE Melissa A. Matassa Agency Owner GEICO Local Office Lynbrook

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LEGAL Jacqueline Harounian, Esq. Partner Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C.

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LEGAL Catherine Z. O’Brien Of Counsel Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C. LEGAL Constantina Papageorgiou, Esq. Partner Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP LEGAL Felicia Pasculli, Esq. Partner Futterman, Lanza & Pasculli, LLP LEGAL Megan C. Ryan, Esq. General Counsel Chief Compliance, Privacy & Ethics Officer, Executive Vice President NuHealth/ Nassau University Medical Center MARKETING & PR Donna DeVita CEO Esquire Brand Management MARKETING & PR Nina McCann Director of Marketing NAM (National Arbitration and Mediation)

NOT-FOR-PROFIT Lisa Cohn President Living Water for Women NOT-FOR-PROFIT Gwen O’Shea President and CEO Community Development Corporation of Long Island NOT-FOR-PROFIT Amy Zaslansky Founder and CEO The Book Fairies REAL ESTATE Catalina Guttilla Licensed Real Estate Broker / Owner Real Estate Homes RETAIL & SALES Glenda Hills CEO Millennium Sistahs TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY Clorinda Antonucci VP of Security and Private Investigations Corporate Loss Prevention Associates

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COMMUNITY UPDATE Thursday, July 22

Long Island Runners Club Join the Long Island Runners CLub at Eisenhower Park for a 5K. Meet at the field house near parking field 2 at 7 p.m. There is a $15 admission price. Visit lirrc.org with any questions.

Let’s talk about race Race, religion and other differences are always difficult to talk about, yet, perhaps conversations on these difference are the most import conversations we can attempt. Nate Ingram creates an open and safe atmosphere to share thoughts, concerns and hopes for the future. Join at 7 p.m. Register at www. eastmeadow.info or call (516) 7942570 and ask for Programming.

Thursday, July 29 Chair yoga with April Originally introduced to the fitness world as a modified version of hatha yoga for individuals with health implications and for those of a certain age, chair yoga has gained many new members. To register, visit eastmeadow.info. For more information, call (516) 794-2570. The event will be held at 4 p.m.

Summer movie night Enjoy the movie “The Croods: A New Age,” at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at 8:20 p.m. Free tickets can be found at nassaucountyny.gov.

Friday, July 23

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Easy exercise This exercise class will be given virtually every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Register once to access all the classes. Ann Rothman leads the class, which is good for those who are not athletes. To register, visit eastmeadow.info. For more information, call (516) 794-2570.

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Sir Paul- Beatles tribute band A Beatles tribute band will be playing at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at 8 p.m on Saturday, july 24. Tickets are free but must be acquired in advance. Visit nassaucountyny.gov.

Dr. Dominique Padurano from Crimson Coaching will present this workshop for students entering grades 11 and 12 and their parents. Learn the basics of great admissions essays and some techniques to jump-start writing. Students should bring: a pen or pencil, a notebook; and an open mind with them to this Zoom talk. The Zoom starts at 7 p.m. Register at www.eastmeadow.info.

The Green Slime Join the East Meadow library and Keith Crocker at 1 p.m. to watch The Green Slime. Register at www.eastmeadow. info or call (516) 794-2570 and ask for programming. The ZOOM link will be emailed on the morning of the program.

Saturday, July 24 VBLI grass volleyball tournament Join VBLI for a grass volleyball tournament at Eisenhower Park at 9 a.m. For more info and to register a team visit vbli.com.

Gender neutral fours Join VBLI at Eisenhower Park for a grass volleyball tourament. Event starts at 8:30 a.m. $40 per player. Available levels include A, BB and B. Prizes will be given out to teams in

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Monday, July 26 Easy exercise This exercise class will be given virtually every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Register once to access all the classes. Ann Rothman leads this class that is good for those who are not athletes. To register, visit eastmeadow.info. For more informtion, call (516) 794-2570.

Journaling during the pandemic Join Professor Kathleen Volk Miller who will introduce the science and practice of writing toward emotional well-being and psychological healing. The event will be held from 7 to 8 p.m.

Draw with Mary at 4 p.m. Drawing paper, charcoals, a ruler and a kneaded eraser are needed. Register at www. eastmeadow.info or call at (516) 7942570 ask for Programming. A ZOOM link will be sent the morning of the event.

Intro to music composition In three fun filled sessions, learn the basics of music composition using Noteflight, a free music composition software. W.T. Clarke High School music students will lead this class and teach how to take a popular song and transpose it to sheet music. Basic knowledge of music theory is recommended. Register at www.eastmeadow. info or call at (516) 794-2570 and ask

Wednesday, July 28 Easy exercise This exercise class will be given virtually every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. Register once to access all the classes. Ann Rothman leads the class, which appropriate for those who are not athletes. To register, visit eastmeadow.info. For more informtion, call (516) 794-2570.

Vinny Pizzo Enjoy a noontime concert with Vinny Pizzo at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre from noon to 2 p.m. Tickets are free but must be acquired in advance. Visit nassaucountyny.gov.

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Misty Mountain will be playing at Eisenhower Park on August 14 at 8 p.m. Look out for summer movies and concerts from Nassau County. Tickets: nassaucountyny.gov/parks. Mi Gente Live, a High Energy Tribute to Latin Icons will be playing at Speno Park on August 11. There are free drive-in movies at Veterans Memorial Park. There will be a psychic dinner at Borrelli’s restaurant on August 3 from 6 to 9 p.m.

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have been the director of the CAPE program for the last six years. We run a camp for kids from ages four to 11. Initially during Covid, we had to shut down. Last summer we had 800 kids scheduled to come to camp and we had to cancel it. In the fall and the spring, we ran virtual classes. We had probably over 500 kids take virtual classes from cupcake decorating to guitar lessons to keyboarding, soccer classes and more. We did a number of classes that were virtual. Our science classes were very popular as well. We had all the supplies packed up and we sent all the supplies out to the students and we set up a Google Classroom. My favorite part about running a camp is seeing the kids in a different atmosphere. I am an assistant principal during the day and

running the camp in the summer when it’s all really great activities for the kids to do is great. The kids get to experience new activities and meet new kids and experience all different types of interests and seeing them try all those things is amazing. We are full in person but not at 100 percent. We’re at about 50 percent capacity. So, instead of a four-week camp, we made it a weekly camp so that we could offer it to more students. I’m looking forward to getting CAPE back to where we were. We were a program that provided so many kids in the East Meadow School District with something to do that was affordable and close by.

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they look forward to doing. We have indoor activities that we can’t do this year – mainly just the use of the gym. … We met with the district several times, and together, we came up with a plan to make this work and follow protocols. Even after the first day, I said, ‘I felt like I've never seen the kids so happy and having so much fun.’ They ran right out to it. There’s been so much activity this year, especially after we were closed last year. I have so much fun running this program. I teach in the district, so many of the kids that work here are former students, and I get to see them grow up. It’s just a great communityfeel, and we’ve had tremendous community support.

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alph [Pascarella] and I taught together years ago at the Seaford Manor School. He was a Phys. Ed. teacher, I was a first-grade teacher at the time. He had been thinking about a recreation program for a year or so, and he came to me with an idea and how he envisioned it, and we just kind of put it together. Our first year was crazy — we had over 250 kids and we were hoping for, like, only one hundred. But it turned out to be a big hit, and everyone had a ball, and we’ve had pretty steady numbers for the past 15 years. This year, we had a late start due to Covid. We have less kids, less groups, but we tried to keep it as much the same as we possibly could. We’ve cut back on very little, because we have repeat kids and they have activities that

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am a special education teacher; I co-teach sixth grade during the school year. During summer school, I am a self-contained special education teacher teaching grades K-2. During the summer school season, my job is to maintain the skills that these children mastered throughout the schoolyear to prevent regression starting in the fall. At the same time, we're able to socialize and have fun in our less-structured learning environment than during the school year. We start our day with a morning meeting and calendar, and we talk to each other about our daily responsibilities and our social lives and our life experiences, like family trips we took, hobbies or interests or what we're involved with in the community. Then, we participate in playground activities; on rainy

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NORTH MERRICK Executive Director, Scope, North Merrick Schools days, we'll stay in the gym and play some sports. We break into centers, too, where kids can engage in hands-on learning activities to maintain the skills they mastered during the school year. In our math centers, they also do hands-on math activities. The kids love it; they have a great time. It's only a half day program — they're out by 11:45. The summer through Covid was a big learning experience. We were the first to reenter the educational world wearing masks. with barriers and experiencing all the new social distancing protocols. We were almost like guinea pigs for what the fall was going to bring us. The kids were resilient. They were fantastic. They adjusted better than some of the adults.

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aged children, so along with dogs, my house was pretty interesting during the pandemic. This is my first year being the director. My principal, superintendent and deputy superintendent had asked me to do it and I was honored. I took on the job this year, and I really like it actually. It's nice having the staff come in asking for advice — it changes things up a little bit. After teaching for 22 years, it's nice to have a different role. I hope my kids go home with a smile on their face and they have fun. It's not school; it's a time for the parents to have free time and for the kids to come and relax. The three schools combine, so they get to meet kids their age from different buildings, so it's a great social space. My goal is for them to have fun.

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am the director of the Scope program that is run at Old Mill Road. I'm also going into my 22nd year of teaching 4th grade at Old Mill Road. Scope is a creative camp where kids go to arts and crafts, they have a STEM schedule with cool science projects, a sports class, yoga and meditation and more, and it's for grades K-6. My duties were to create the schedules and different theme days — tomorrow is going to be superhero day, and next week we'll have a tie-dye party. My responsibility is to look over the teachers and the counselors and make sure that the kids are safe. Scope was not open during last summer. I worked during the pandemic as a teacher virtually and it was interesting being that my husband is a gym teacher. We have school-

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e’re a traveling camp. The kids get picked up on air conditioned minibuses from their houses and they head out different trips based on our calendar. We operate Monday through Friday. It's a lot of fun. It keeps them busy and on the move, plus they’re not bored with being in the same location all the time. We travel all over the place! We offer swimming, barbecues, arts and crafts, paddle boating, talent shows, s’mores day, pie-eating contests. ... We visit a lot of pools and parks across Long Island and go on local trips. Last summer, many parents were home, so there wasn’t a huge need for a children's camp. But this year we were told two weeks before we were set to open, in June, that we’d be able to operate. I think it made many camps

riding bicycles. ... from children to the elderly, which is great because health-wise, riding a bicycle is extremely beneficial. We also see a lot more people commuting to work by bike. The pandemic has also led to more interest in electric bikes. My hopes for the future are that the large amount of new people who took interest in cycling during the pandemic continue to pursue that interest after the pandemic. Even though Covid-19 is ending ... my staff and I found that people found a new activity that they like. I’m sure not everyone will continue riding their bicycles, but a percentage of the new customers will. It's a lifelong activity that is great for people of all ages.

not open at all this summer, or some opened at the last minute. Since I’m an educator and I’ve been a teacher for so many years, I have summers off. I was a camper and a counselor at one time, so I learned the camping industry at a young age. Having summers off, I decided to open up my own program in 2003. You have to have a certification and degree to operate a summer camp, so it was something I needed, anyway. My favorite part of this is the children get to travel to different places on Long Island that they’ve never seen living here their whole lives and parents can't take them too. Wantagh Pool and Park, Seamans Neck Park, Newbridge Road Park and Eisenhower Park — all the spots we visit, these children have never been to before. It’s a new experience for them.

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SIX GRADUATING SENIORS from the East Meadow Central School District were awarded with scholarships for their volunteerism by the Kiwanis Club. and to do community service was very impressive and made them stand out amongst all the others, which is amazing.” Kiwanis opened applications for the scholarships in January and received all of the applications by March, Kirsh said. The scholarship committee is made up of three people, which includes the current president, a past president and a general member.

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President Lisa Hallet presented each scholarship recipient with a certificate and candy. Then each student posed with a large check. They appeared to be proud, while sharing the name of the college they will attend in the fall and their intended majors. After presenting the scholarships to the students, the Kiwanis Club moved into the “Happy Dollars” portion of the meeting, where members donate money and describe a recent special moment from their lives. Many of the members congratulated the scholarship recipients and wished them well at college. Members also encouraged the students to stay involved with the Kiwanis family, through Circle K in college or by joining a local Kiwanis chapter, and with community service. The scholarship recipients said they intend to follow this advice and committed to continuing to do community service in college. Annie Roller, who graduated from W.T. Clarke High School, received the Robert D. Cummo Leadership Scholarship. She will be studying nursing at Adelphi University. Her plan, she said, is to continue participating in community service at Adelphi. Throughout high school, Roller volun-

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The East Meadow Kiwanis Club recognized six local graduates for their many years of community service and their academic accomplishments giving them $1,000 scholarships. The scholarship recipients from East Meadow and W.T. Clarke high schools joined Kiwanians for dinner at Borrelli’s on July 6. The scholarship recipients, their families, and Kiwanis Club members filled two long tables in the private dining room at the Italian restaurant. The group enjoyed food and cake together, while a few club members joined via Zoom to celebrate the scholarship recipients and their accomplishments. “It is kind of a culmination of all the hard work over the past four years and Key Club and all of the community service opportunities ahead,” scholarship recipient Mitchell Goldberg said. “And it shows that I did help people and it paid off in the end.” Former president and head of the scholarship committee Debra Kirsh described Kiwanis as an organization that helps children and mentors them to become leaders. The long tradition of awarding scholarships aligns with these goals. “When we were looking over their applications they were very impressive,” Kirsh said. “And their desire to give back

teered with Key Club and Athletes Helping Athletes. She said during the later, she taught six graders lessons about values, like sportsmanship. Roller said volunteering allowed her to forge meaningful connections with her teachers and her peers. Isabella Petz graduated from W.T. Clarke High School and received the Richard Santer Memorial Scholarship. In the fall she plans to attend Hofstra University majoring in music education. She echoed the sentiments of Roller and said that she hopes to join a club in college that is dedicated to community service. Petz said that it was nice to be recognized after being involved in both K-Kids and Kiwanis for many years. Each year during the holidays, she participated in the food bagging event with her family. “I always remember coming in with my aunt with a lot of the stuff and doing it with her and my siblings and my cousins,” she said. “It has been really fun.” After graduating from East Meadow High School, Nishanth Chinnadurai will attend Northeastern University to study bioengineering. He received the Marvin Bernstein Memorial Scholarship. Chinnadurai volunteered at soup kitchens, McMaster University Medical Center, and a few cultural organizations including TNF, which helps children. He has been involved in community service from when he was a boy, he said, adding that the scholarship meant a great deal to him. Goldberg, who graduated from East Meadow High School, received the Robert D. Cummo Leadership Scholarship. He plans to attend Northeastern University to study health science on the pre-med track. He volunteered at food drives, Key Club, the Thanksgiving breakfast and fundraisers at school events. He said he plans to join a community service organization called Aces at college and bring the lessons he learned with him to college. Chris Berry, from W.T. Clarke High School, received the Robert D. Cummo Leadership Scholarship and plans to attend Adelphi University. He was unable to attend the scholarship dinner. Andrew Shea, an East Meadow High School graduate, will attend University of Maryland to study secondary education. Kiwanis gifted him the Richard Santer Memorial Scholarship. Shea said he enjoyed volunteering at the Thanksgiving breakfast, which is a meal organized for

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LEGAL NOTICE At a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, in the County of Nassau, New York, held at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, Town Hall Plaza, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 3rd day of July, 2021. PRESENT: Hon., Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor Dorothy Goosby Bruce A. Blakeman Anthony P. D’Esposito, Dennis Dunne, Sr. Thomas E. Muscarella Christopher Carini, ABSENT: Councilman Carini -----------------X ORDER CALLING PUBLIC HEARING IN THE MATTER : - of -: THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT: OF THE EAST MEADOW WATER DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD : COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK -----------------X WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Town of Hempstead Department of Water as the Representative of the East Meadow Water District has proposed certain improvements and has requested that the Town Board hold a public hearing regarding said improvements of the District; and WHEREAS, said Commissioner has submitted to the Town Board an estimate of cost relating to said improvements; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined, pursuant to Provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act and Article 8 Part 617.5(c)(1) and 617.5(c)(5) the N.Y.C.R.R. that such increase and improvement is considered to be a “Type II Action” and does not have a significant effect on the environment and does not require an environmental impact statement or any other determination under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead consider the proposition herein set forth and to call a public hearing thereon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED, that a public hearing be held by this Town Board on the 3rd day of July, 2021, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, Town Hall Plaza,1 Washington Street, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, on the increase and improvement of the East Meadow Water District at an estimated maximum cost of $12,000,000.00 to

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have a significant effect on the environment and does not require an environmental impact statement or any other determination under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead consider the proposition herein set forth and to call a public hearing thereon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED, that a public hearing be held by this Town Board on the 3rd day of August, 2021, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, Town Hall Plaza, 1 Washington Street, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, on the increase and improvement of the Bowling Green Water District at an estimated maximum cost of $9,500,000.00 to be financed by the issuance of obligations of the Town. ALL PERSONS desiring to be heard concerning the subject of the abovementioned hearing will be given an opportunity to be heard at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: Hempstead, New York July 1, 2021 /s/ ___________________ Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor /s/ ___________________ Dorothy L. Goosby /s/ ___________________ Bruce A. Blakeman /s/ ___________________ Anthony P. D’Esposito /s/ ___________________ Dennis Dunne, Sr. /s/ ___________________ Thomas E. Muscarella ___________________ Christopher Carini Members of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead 126831

LEGAL NOTICE At a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, held at the Town Meeting Pavilion,Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Village and Town of Hempstead, New York, on the 1st day of July, 2021. P R E S E N T: Hon. Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor Dorothy L. Goosby Bruce A. Blakeman Anthony P. D’Esposito Dennis Dunne, Sr. Thomas E. Muscarella Christopher Carini, Council Members. A B S E N T: Councilman Carini ------------------X ORDER CALLING PUBLIC HEARING IN THE MATTER - of -

THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE EAST END TURNPIKE PARKING DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK ------------------X WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Town of Hempstead Department of Engineering, as the Representative of the East End Turnpike Parking District, has proposed a certain improvement project for the East End Turnpike Parking District consisting of parking field reconstruction, drainage, and lighting, and has requested that the Town Board hold a public hearing regarding such upgrades; and WHEREAS, said Commissioner has submitted to the Town Board an estimate of cost relating to said improvements; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined, pursuant to Provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act and Article 8 Part 617.5(c)(1) and 617.5(c)(5) the N.Y.C.R.R. that such increase and improvement is considered to be a “Type II Action” and does not have a significant effect on the environment and does not require an environmental impact statement or any other determination under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead consider the proposition herein set forth and to call a public hearing thereon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED, that a public hearing be held by this Town Board at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Village and Town of Hempstead, New York, on the 3rd day of August 2021, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of the day, on the increase and improvement of the East End Turnpike Parking District consisting of parking field reconstruction, drainage, and lighting, at an estimated maximum cost of $2,500,000.00 to be financed by the issuance of obligations of the Town of Hempstead. ALL persons desiring to be heard concerning the subject of the abovementioned hearing will be given an opportunity to be heard at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: July 1, 2021 Hempstead, New York ___________________ Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor ___________________ Dorothy L. Goosby ___________________ Bruce A. Blakeman ___________________ Anthony P. D’Esposito

eLEVate the Conversation

Life vs. art By LAUREN LEV “Summertime Guests,” a novel by Wendy Francis, “The Father,” a 2020 film starring Anthony Hopkins, and “Still Alice,’’ a 2014 movie starring Julianne Moore all share a common theme for their characters: They all suffer from various stages of Alzheimer’s. Art has had many opportunities to live up to its noble role of imitating life. Except for me. Except for now. Because when your heart is breaking for the people you have loved and lost to Alzheimer’s any form of respectful story telling feels sanitized, almost Disney-ized to meet Hollywood (or publisher) expectations. It’s not that these pieces of work about Alzheimer patients are poorly developed, disrespectful or inaccurate in their attempt to enlighten the world from a creative person’s point of view. But nothing can prepare a person and their family for the ravaging effects of this illness. It makes me angry and sad that I watch or read these works with the same intention as going past a car accident — you know you shouldn’t, but you slow down and you look anyway. According to the Alzheimer’s Association website, over 50 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s and

other dementias. Efforts include ways to support research, while ongoing understanding is heightened in June for Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. This disorder even has its own color: purple. And abundant hope to end this scourge. But if the great intentions of entertainment and film is to reflect reality today, I can’t accept it when depicting this illness. The experience in relationship to and while witnessing dementia and its phases is so individual, arbitrary and hard to endure. Art can’t even come close. You can read the novels and you can watch the films. But the randomness of each unique patient doesn’t prepare anyone for Alzheimer’s and its progression. Is it worthy to shine a spotlight on the disease and its isolating effects? Absolutely. But there is no relief or understanding today. The only constant for now is change. Deteriorating change. A contributing writer to the Herald since 2012, Lauren Lev is an East Meadow resident and a direct marketing/advertising executive who teaches marketing fundamentals as well as advertising and marketing communications courses at the Fashion Institute of Technology and SUNY Old Westbury.

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LEGAL NOTICE At a meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, held at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Village and Town of Hempstead, New York, on the 1st day of July, 2021. P R E S E N T: Hon. Donald X. Clavin, Jr., Supervisor Dorothy L. Goosby Bruce A. Blakeman Anthony P. D’Esposito Dennis Dunne, Sr. Thomas E. Muscarella Christopher Carini, Council Members. A B S E N T: C o u n c i l m a n Carini -----------------X ORDER CALLING PUBLIC HEARING IN THE MATTER - of -

THE INCREASE AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE OYSTER BAYHEMPSTEAD JOINT COMMUNITY HALL AND SWIMMING POOL DISTRICT IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK ------------------X

WHEREAS, the Commissioner of the Department of Parks and Recreation, has proposed an Improvement Project for the Oyster BayHempstead Joint Community Hall and Swimming Pool District, and has requested that the Town Board hold a public hearing regarding such improvements; and WHEREAS, said Commissioner has submitted to the Town Board an estimate of cost relating to said improvements; and WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined, pursuant to Provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act and Article 8 Part 617.5(c)(1) and 617.5(c)(5) the N.Y.C.R.R. that such increase and improvement is considered to be a “Type II Action” and does not have a significant effect on the environment and

does not require an environmental impact statement or any other determination under the State Environmental Quality Review Act; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest that the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead consider the proposition herein set forth and to call a public hearing thereon; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDERED, that a public hearing be held by this Town Board at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Village and Town of Hempstead, New York, on the 3rd day of August 2021, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of the day, on the increase and improvement of the Oyster Bay-Hempstead Joint Community Hall and Swimming Pool District at an estimated maximum cost of $1,000,000.00 to be financed by the issuance of obligations of the Town of Hempstead. ALL persons desiring to be heard concerning the subject of the abovementioned hearing will be given an opportunity to be heard at the time and place aforesaid. Dated:July 1, 2021 Hempstead, New York ___________________

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he New York Times published a number of articles on July 10 on the impact of climate change on our lives today. Collectively, they are frightening, though none made the front page. I’m writing a book on “Teaching Climate History” (Routledge), and every time I see articles like these, I’m compelled to update the book as new information emerges. The July 11 Times had even worse news, this time on the front page. The structural stability of ChiALAN cago, the country’s third-largest city, is SINGER threatened by new erratic water levels, record highs and lows, on Lake Michigan, caused by climate change, which has altered rainfall patterns in the region. Beaches have disappeared, and the foundations of buildings could flood, causing catastrophic events like the deadly building collapse in Surfside, Fla. Together, the articles show that climate change is a national crisis, not one confined to any region. The target audience for my book is teachers, but I hope it will also be used in high school and college electives and generate support for climate activism.

Here are some headlines and brief excerpts of articles on the impact of climate change in the U.S. from July 9 to 11. ■ “Flood in New York’s Subway Points to Problems of Future,” July 9: “When fastmoving storms flooded parts of New York City’s vast subway system on Thursday, they stranded some rush-hour commuters and underscored just how vulnerable the city’s underground transportation lifeline is to water. Even before the latest deluge, the centuryold subway had a longstanding water problem that required work crews to be routinely dispatched to plug leaks.

and endangered laborers in fields and warehouses. Excessive heat warnings were in effect across inland California and the Southwest through the weekend, and the National Weather Service predicted that temperatures would approach an all-time high by Saturday in Las Vegas. A high of at least 130 degrees — which would be one of the highest temperatures reliably recorded on earth — was forecast for Death Valley.”

here’s been no shortage of sobering environmental news in recent weeks.

“Bored through layers of rock, the subway system snakes through stopped-up natural springs and is surrounded by the groundwater that runs beneath the city. In fact, about 14 million gallons of water are pumped out of the system on a dry day. But now, the subway’s water woes are likely to get worse as more extreme rains become increasingly common with the changing climate.” ■ “Heat Warnings and Worries About Workers as the West Swelters Again,” July 10: “Western states braced for another extreme spike in temperatures this weekend after a recent heat wave in Oregon and Washington State killed nearly 200 people

■ “It’s Not Just the Days. Nights Are Sultrier, and Deadlier,” July 10: “Last month was the hottest June on record in North America, with more than 1,200 daily temperature records broken in the final week alone. But overlooked in much of the coverage were an even greater number of daily records set by a different — and potentially more dangerous — measure of extreme heat: overnight temperatures. On average, nights are warming faster than days across most of the United States, according to the 2018 National Climate Assessment Report. It’s part of a global trend that’s being fueled by climate change.” ■ “Water Gives Little Shelter as Tide Pools Turn to Stew,” July 10: “Dead mussels and clams coated rocks in the Pacific Northwest, their shells gaping open as if they’d been boiled. Sea stars were baked to death.

Sockeye salmon swam sluggishly in an overheated Washington river, prompting wildlife officials to truck them to cooler areas. The combination of extraordinary heat and drought that hit the Western United States and Canada over the past two weeks has killed hundreds of millions of marine animals and continues to threaten untold species in freshwater, according to a preliminary estimate and interviews with scientists.” ■ “A Battle Between a Great City and a Great Lake,” July 11: “Chicago is built on a shaky prospect — the idea that the swamp that was drained will stay tamed and that Lake Michigan’s shoreline will remain in essentially the same place it’s been for the past 300 years. The lake may have other plans. Climate change has started pushing Lake Michigan’s water levels toward uncharted territory as patterns of rain, snowfall and evaporation are transformed by the warming world. The lake’s highwater cycles are threatening to get higher; the lows lower. Already, the swings between the two show signs of happening faster than any time in recorded history.” Dr. Alan Singer is a professor of teaching, learning and technology and the director of social studies education programs at Hofstra University. He is a former New York City high school social studies teacher and editor of Social Science Docket, a joint publication of the New York and New Jersey Councils for the Social Studies.

Humble pie is back on the White House menu

e’re in the midst of a global reset in the wake of a pandemic that has humbled us all, reminding us how quickly a microscopic virus can send us hurtling off the rails. We feel it. We know this new humility. I’ve been thinking about the appeal of public humility when it is demonstrated by leaders and how rare a quality it is. Recently, we endured four years of the least humble president imaginable. Never have so many arrogant and RANDI narcissistic personKREISS alities gathered under one tent. We experienced a scorching drought of humility as the White House became ground zero for galloping egocentricity and cultish hero worship. Now humble pie is back on the White House menu, with Jill and Joe Biden in residence. Every politician has some ego; even Abraham Lincoln, born in a one-room log cabin, somehow developed the self-confidence, ambition and political moxie to maneuver himself into the White House as our 16th president. I mention Abe because he is thought to be our must humble presi-

dent. President Biden seems humble enough. Observers say that the early, devastating personal losses of his wife and daughter curbed the usual hubris that comes with a political life. The death of his son Beau further tested his mettle. Biden is a PB&J, Amtrakriding, ice cream-loving kind of guy. He’s relatable, a welcome attribute in a fractured culture. Humility in public life is rare. Ours is a culture that celebrates the wolves of Wall Street and sports and entertainment predators who claw their way to the top and then shout their success from the high ground. “Me, me, me! Look at me!” Winning at all costs — at any cost — still gets points. Humility, defined as a sense of modesty and self-effacement, is a necessary but disappearing value. Mahatma Gandhi said, “Carefully watch your thoughts, for they become your words. Manage and watch your words, for they will become your actions. Consider and judge your actions, for they have become your habits. Acknowledge and watch your habits, for they shall become your values. Understand and embrace your values, for they become your destiny.” It’s a long and winding road from Gan-

dhi to Trump and his bragging, lying and chest thumping, from the $51,000 jacket Melania wore to Rome, from Ivanka taking a seat at the G20 table, to Trump throwing around presidential power like a Frisbee. The hot shots at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. evinced no trace of humility or self-awareness or compassion. The deception of downplaying the coronavirus pandemic while lining up for their own vaccinations was galling, part of a pervasive sense of entitlement. Jack Zenger, a contributor to Forbes magazine, wrote a piece about the difference between humble and egocentric leaders. He summarized research he had published in the Harvard Business Review. He said of the study, “Surprisingly, the most effective leaders consistently under-rated themselves. The more they underestimated their abilities, the more effective they were perceived to be as leaders. We assume this is caused by a combination of humility, high personal standards and a continual striving to be better.” According to the American Psychological Association, humility creates a sense of “we-ness” in relationships. Being humble means being able to form cooperative alliances — a crucial component in strengthening connections, according to a Huffing-

iden is a PB&J, Amtrak-riding, ice cream-loving kind of guy. He’s relatable.

ton Post story. “Of any communal endeavor, whether it’s a business, a family or an athletic team, humility can make those relationships better,” the article states. The Dalai Lama said of humility, “Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them. . . . the spiritual qualities of love and compassion, patience, tolerance, forgiveness, humility and so on are indispensable.” Weighing in on the id, or anti-humility force in human nature, Sigmund Freud described it as the personality component made up of unconscious psychic energy that works to satisfy basic urges, needs and desires. The id operates based on the pleasure principle, which demands immediate gratification of needs. Hello, Former President. What could be more id-ish than compulsively tweeting your uncensored thoughts out to the world? Humility is knowing you don’t have it all together. It is raising up others, taking responsibility for your actions and feeling gratitude for success. Observe the president as he fights for the underserved and the overburdened. Observe the Bidens as they meet and comfort the sick, the bereaved and the broken people in America. I see two grown-ups who bring humility to their work and their life. Copyright 2021 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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or many years, the Southern State Parkway has been known as one of the most dangerous thoroughfares in Nassau County, with the 10-mile stretch between Exit 17, in Malverne, and Exit 32, in Farmingdale, even gaining the nickname “Blood Alley.” Traffic congestion near areas such as the Southern State’s Eagle Avenue exit, in West Hempstead, has also been of concern to residents. Another issue that has arisen recently is the unkempt condition of the highway. From broken lighting to car parts and other debris, the Southern State has become something of an obstacle course, while several lights need fixing. In recent years, there have been discussions among state officials about the possibility of introducing new technologies that could be used along the most dangerous sections of the road, which runs from

the Cross Island Parkway, on the QueensNassau border, to the Sagtikos State Parkway, in Suffolk County. They are looking to collaborate with the Department of Transportation and law enforcement to make the infrastructure changes and identify the specific types of technology that can be used to reduce accidents. Although the DOT conducted a study on the parkway’s safety issues in March, not all of the results have been shared with legislators. While it is encouraging to see that concerns about the parkway are being aired, it’s time to see some real action. The Herald has reported on the dangers of the Southern State many times. In the most notable accident in recent years, an eastbound commercial charter bus slammed into the Eagle Avenue overpass at Exit 18 in April 2018. Six people were seriously

hurt and were rushed to area hospitals, and three dozen suffered minor injuries. At a height of just 7 feet 7 seven inches, the Eagle Avenue bridge has one of the lowest clearances of any structure on a Long Island parkway. There have not been many changes to the parkway since it opened in 1927. The configuration of exit and entrance ramps, and their corresponding signage, has made the road one of the deadliest highways on Long Island. A 2016 study by the DOT found that in one five-year span, there were over 10,500 accidents on the Southern State, over 3,000 of which involved injury, and 32 were fatal. It seems that the parkway’s conditions have only gotten worse. Let’s hope it doesn’t take another major accident to spark the push for immediate changes on an outdated and treacherous roadway.

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who are yet to be vaccinated. That’s a lot of people among whom the delta variant of the coronavirus can spread, and we know it’s moving rapidly among the unvaccinated. With easy availability of the vaccine, and its efficacy and safety widely proven, we have to ask: If you’re not vaccinated, what in the world are you waiting for? Why not receive this free inoculation? It could be a matter of life and death for you. At the same time, it’s about restoring normalcy and fully reopening our economy. Since Gov. Andrew Cuomo lifted most Covid-19 restrictions — including maskwearing — on June 23, it would be easy to assume the pandemic is over. It’s not. The

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workers are essential workers in frontfter my June 17-23 column, “The line service-industry jobs, compared with census is a wealth of enlightenjust 16 percent of non-Hispanic whites. ing information,” was pubThese front-line jobs were among the lished, I got to talking with my first to be cut last year. Overall, Black and friend Carly Hurdle about how fertility Hispanic unemployment is double that of rates are affected by race, according to whites, a gap that has persisted since data census data reported by the Long Island by race were first reported in 1972. When Association. Even before the pandemic, you look closely at economic Black and Hispanic families insecurity, including student were having fewer babies than debt, graduating in a receswhite families. sion and the inability to afford Carly was a student at Adela home, parenthood is viewed phi University while I was as an expense to be deferred. president. She said that a The consequences of a number of her married Black resulting population decline friends have little desire to are manifold for our country bring children into this world and region. With a decline, the because of the mental, physihigher ratio of retirees to new cal and emotional abuse to ROBERT A. graduates means that funding which they would be subjectfor pensions and health care ed. At the same time, the SCOTT will likely mean less support maternal mortality rate is sigfor education. With a decline, nificantly higher for Blacks and without a smart immigrathan it is for whites. And tion policy, we need to be concerned about Black babies are more than three times who will start new businesses and who more likely to die in a neonatal intensive will staff existing ones. Who will run for care unit. Consequently, life expectancy is school boards, town councils and other significantly lower than it is for whites. With this as background, we decided to civic offices? Who will become the scientists and engineers so essential for our explore the issues further. Racial health disparities were laid bare by the coronavi- region’s economic well-being? Who will create the art and music that will inspire rus pandemic. On Long Island, three us? Who will study the past to expose its Black people died of Covid-19 for every lessons? white person, even though Blacks make A New York Times survey states, “This up only 11 percent of the population. One generation is as likely as not to earn less cause: 49 percent of Black and Hispanic

than their parents. Among people who did who attended schools with better funding.” These factors also affect parenting not plan to have children, 23 percent said it was because they were worried about decisions, because people know that their the economy. A third said they couldn’t children, especially sons, will be faced afford child care, 24 percent said they with racism and stress, both of which can couldn’t afford a house and 13 percent result in academic, behavioral and health cited student debt.” Among communities problems. of color, such apprehensions are exacerAs if these stresses weren’t enough, bated because of job and Black mothers wonder if their housing discrimination, and a children will have clean water fear of poverty. to bathe in and drink in 20 According to the Syossetyears. They are concerned based Erase Racism, as well about air quality and food as surveys elsewhere, housing safety as well as the political discrimination and racial segclimate that seems to grow regation not only affect increasingly contentious. employment prospects, housThe truth is that racism is a ing, wealth accumulation and public health issue. Babies intergenerational wealth have rights, and we need them CARLY transfer, but also employment for our nation’s economic and prospects and schooling for cultural security. Other counHURDLE children. One result is that tries support child care promajority Black and Hispanic grams to help reverse declinschools have 37 percent fewer ing fertility rates. We can Advanced Placement and International address the birth dearth by advancing Baccalaureate courses than in 70 to 90 opportunities for employment, housing, percent white schools. Additionally, the health care and child care for all, and by remote learning offered by schools during confronting and defeating persistent and the pandemic put a spotlight on unequal institutional racism. It just makes sense. access to Wi-Fi, bandwidth and computYes, Black lives matter. If we don’t sucing equipment. ceed in making progress in creating a Erase Racism also reports that “when more equitable society, we will all suffer. students are blocked from more challenging classes and other educational resourc- Robert Scott is president emeritus of Adeles, they face added challenges in pursuing phi University. Carly Hurdle is CEO of higher education relative to their peers Blaq Gurl Moves.

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How seniors can protect against scammers To the Editor: Each year, millions of seniors fall victim to financial fraud or confidence schemes. Savvy criminals gain their targets’ trust by communicating with them via computer, phone and mail. If you or your loved one have been scammed or are concerned that you might be the target of a scam, don’t be afraid to talk about it with someone you trust. Seek help, because doing nothing could have huge financial consequences. The top five senior scams include: ■ Government impostor scams: Callers pose as employees of the Internal Revenue Service, the Social Security Administration or Medicare and threaten arrest or prosecution unless you agree to provide funds or other payments immediately. ■ Grandparent scams: A caller says something like, “Hi, Grandma/Grandpa, do you know who this is?” When the unsuspecting grandparent guesses the

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name of the grandchild, the scammer assumes the fake identity. The fake grandchild then asks for money to solve some unexpected financial problem (overdue rent, car repairs, jail bond) and will beg the grandparent not to tell anyone. ■ Medicare/health insurance scams: Perpetrators may pose as Medicare representatives to get you to give them personal information, or they will provide bogus services for elderly people at makeshift mobile clinics, then bill Medicare and pocket the money. ■ Computer tech support scams: A pop-up message appears on a computer or phone, telling you that your device is compromised and needs fixing. When you call the support number for help, the scammer may either request remote access to your computer and/or that you pay a fee to have it repaired. ■ Phishing scams: These usually involve emails or text messages that look like they’re from a company you know or trust, like a familiar bank, credit card company or online store. Phishing emails or texts request personal information, such as a login or Social Security number to verify your account, or ask that you update your credit card payment. That information is then used to steal your personal and financial information. If you believe you have encountered an attempted scam, or if you become a scam victim, contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at (800) 244-8477. All callers remain anonymous. You can also report scams to the Federal Trade Commission at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/. BILL GAYLOR Nassau County legislator, 6th District

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