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New year, fresh start for F.S. Chamber

By ANA BoRRUTo aborruto@liherald.com

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ElECTEd offiCiAlS pRESENTEd Chamber President Lisa DelliPizzi, second from left, with a certificate of recognition. With her, from left, were Hempstead Town Councilman Tom Muscarella, Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Assemblyman Ed Ra and County Legislator John Guiffrè.

About 65 people attended the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce’s first meeting of 2023 to witness the swearing in of new chamber officers and a new board of directors.

The slate of officers, invested at Olivetto Pizzeria & Ristorante on Jan. 11, included President Lisa DelliPizzi; first, second, third and fourth vice presidents Patricia McColley, Jaime Parra, Joseph Romeo and Adrienne Greene; Treasurer Santino Sarrica; and Secretary Domenico Ciaccio.

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New plan would give Haitian migrants more legal support

By ANA BoRRUTo aborruto@liherald.com

It’s been more than a decade since an earthquake devastated Haiti, killing more than 200,000 people, and leaving so many more thousands homeless. To this day, the Caribbean country continues to recover, all while facing other ongoing challenges such as limited access to health care, as well as poverty, political instability and violence.

While a lot of political talk in Washington is focused on what’s happening at the U.SMexico border, Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages has joined immigration law profes-

sionals to share details of an expanded program under the Biden administration intended to provide legal pathways to America for migrants from Haiti, Cuba, Nicaragua and Venezuela as well as war-torn Ukraine.

“This is a positive development, and a humanitarian way to allow people to seek asylum,” Solages said. “We have witnessed so many people risking their lives in order to make it here in the United States.”

This new policy allows up to 30,000 individuals from these four countries to come to the United States per month for a period of up to two years — all

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Haitian Elmont resident receiving work authorization.

These individuals must have an eligible sponsor, and pass a series of vetting and background checks.

To reduce overcrowding and

wait times at U.S. ports of entry, those who are le gal immigrants or citizens of the United States can apply for someone in Haiti to come to America through an online application called the I-134A form, which gives that sponsor a chance to provide a declaration of financial support.

“They are basically asking

you how are you going to take care of this person you are legally sponsoring, the person who is now called the beneficiary,” said Marie Pereira, founder of the Haiti Immigration Project. “Do you have the financial resources to take care of this person’s needs, from health to housing to clothing? EveryContinued on page 4

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Nassau GOP calls on George Santos to resign

By MICHAEL MALASZCZYK mmalaszczyk@liherald.com

U.S. Rep. George Santos has faced stiff opposition from his colleagues since arriving at Capitol Hill at the start of the new year. It looks like he won’t have an easy time at home, either.

Republican leaders from across the county gathered at GOP headquarters in Westbury last week calling on Santos to resign immediately amid his trail of fabrications on his work and education history, as well as the growing questions surrounding how he financed his campaign.

In fact, those in attendance — led by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman — went as far as declaring they would not work with Santos. Instead, they would direct constituent issues to newly minted U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito or U.S. Rep. Andrew Garbarino. And if they can’t go there, local Republicans would reach out to U.S. Sens. Chuck Schumer or Kirsten Gillibrand — both Democrats.

“I am joined here with my colleagues in calling on George Santos’s resignation, because he cannot serve anymore,” Blakeman said, calling the congressman a “pathological liar.”

“My office will have no interaction with George Santos or his staff until he resigns. “ D’Esposito — who joined Congress the same time as Santos — made it clear through a video link from Washington

that Santos is not fit to serve.

“I think that what’s most important as a public servant is treating the public with respect and gaining authority — something that all of you behind that podium have done,” D’Esposito said, referring to his fellow Republicans at the news conference. “George Santos does not have the ability to serve here in the House of Representatives, and should resign.”

State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick took particular issue with one of the claims Santos made during his campaign — that he was Jewish, and that he was descended from Holocaust survivors.

Investigations by a handful of news outlets have questioned those claims, not finding any evidence of his grandparents being anything other than Catholic, and finding no record of them being in Europe during the World War II era.

“It is a great stain on the Republican Party of Nassau County that he worked with us,” Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick said. “I am particularly offended also, as a representative of the Five Towns and the Orthodox community. What he did regarding his religious status was exceptionally offensive.”

But even as his fellow Republicans were delivering these calls for him to be removed, Santos told reporters outside his Washington office that he had no intention of leaving his position. He maintains that if the 142,000 voters who elected him decide he should go, then he

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NASSAU COUNTY EXECUTIVE Bruce Blakeman says his office will have no dealings with U.S. Rep. George Santos. will go — but they won’t get the chance to express that until 2024.

“George Santos has no business serving in Congress,” Hempstead town supervisor Don Clavin said. “On behalf of all the board members — and frankly, the 750,000 residents living in the Town of Hempstead — it’s time to go. He’s a national joke. He’s an international joke.

But this joke’s got to go. Not tomorrow.

Not next week. Today.”

Those were sentiments shared by Clavin’s counterpart in Oyster Bay. “George, I’m speaking to you,” town supervisor Joe Saladino said. “It’s time to step down.”

Santos has been under fire since a New York Times expose last month challenged pretty much everything he has said about himself throughout this recent campaign, and his 2020 unsuccessful run against Tom Suozzi. Everything from education, employment, philanthropic activity, and salaries simply don’t check out.

Nassau GOP chair Joseph Cairo has taken some heat through all this, with a number of people questioning how much he knew of Santos’ past, and why there wasn’t better vetting. Cairo believed the Republican establishment there had already checked out his claims.

“He’s disgraced the House of Representatives, and we do not consider him one of our congress people,” Cairo said.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy won’t personally take action to have Santos removed, saying it’s a decision voters should make. However, the congressman is under investigation at multiple levels — including potential criminal investigation about campaign finance.

Over the weekend, U.S. Rep. James Comer — the new House Oversight Committee chair — said if Santos is found to have broken campaign finance laws, he will be removed

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FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD — January 19, 2023 Photos courtesy of the Franklin Square Union Free School District

Franklin Square union Free School District students were recognized by Superintendent Dr. Jared Bloom and the Board of Education for being honored at the American Association of University Women’s Writing Contest Awards Ceremony.

FS Board praises student achievements Dozens of Franklin Square Union Free School District students were celebrated for their recent achievements at the first board meeting of 2023 held on Jan. 4.

Superintendent Jared Bloom and school board members recognized five students who were honored at the American Association of University Women’s Writing Contest ceremony at Elmont Memorial Library on Dec. 14.

In an original essay, poem, speech or writing form of their choice, the students were tasked with addressing the question of what democracy means to them. This included topics such as why it is important for everyone to vote, what would happen if their rights were taken away from them and what they can do to help the country’s democracy.

Polk Street student Emily Ravello won first place for her poem that touched on the importance of voting for a leader and taking part in elections. Washington Street student Luke Giancarlo won second place for his essay, in which he discussed how democracy allows him to go to school, play with his friends and speak his mind.

The other students praised for their contest entries included Michael Buck and Tanya Sohal of Polk Street School, and Jocelyn Kelly of Washington Street School.

Following a presentation on the “Hour of Code” led by Casey Hauptman, director of technology, innovation and data systems, Polk Street School student Allyson Aguillon and Washington Street School student Sofia Hernandez received Top Bananas Awards for logging a combined 12 hours of additional coding on the CodeMonkey plaform.

–Ana Borruto

Polk Street School student Allyson Aguillon and Washington Street School student Sofia Hernandez were recognized by Superintendent Dr. Jared Bloom and the Board of Education for logging a combined 12 hours of additional coding on the CodeMonkey platform.

EmmanuEl DEpas, far left, Marie Pereira, Judith Hospedales and Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages gathered at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building the day before the 13th anniversary of the 2010 Haiti earthquake to raise awareness of a new immigration policy.

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Online process touts safer immigration cut back on the issues migrants face when they arrive to the border. thing.”

Many migrants are seekOnce the sponsor is ing asylum — meaning they approved, the beneficiary is fear for their safety, or they required to submit their finb e l i e ve t h e y c o u l d b e gerprints and undergo an harmed if they stay in their e x t e n s ive b a ck g ro u n d home country — and want check. They also must be protection from another vaccinated for Covid-19, nation, like the United have a valid passport, and States. proof t h e y a re a H a i t i But there are many who native, Pereira added. may not qualify for asylum Those younger than 18 status. In that case, they can have to be accompanied by Carrié apply for temporary protecan adult who is their parent tion status, more commonly solagEs or legal guardian. known as TPS. This status is Judith Hospedales, an Nassau County for certain individuals who immigration law expert and Legislator cannot return to their counformerly of the U.S. Departtries of origin because of ment of Homeland Security, circumstances within the said with the influx of displaced migrants in various country, such as those same states, the administration is trying to countries not having the resources or continued from front page

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his is a . . . humanitarian way to allow people to seek asylum.

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Who can become a sponsor?

Anyone who has legal status to live in the United States can sponsor a Haitian immigrant to the U.S. by submitting a free I-134A application.

That legal status means being a U.S. citizen, green card holder or someone with temporary protection status.

However, sponsors should be wary of trying to bring in strangers, said immigration law expert Judith capacity to take back their citizens at that particular time.

Emmanuel Depas, immigration attorney, founder and first president of the Haitian American Lawyers Association in New York, said prospective sponsors must take this process very seriously.

Solages emphasized the importance of working with professionals like Depas when going through the sponsorship process.

“You have to say ‘yes’ with caution and understand what you’re getting into,” Depas said. “In those two years, you’re going to have to support (beneficiaries) financially, socially and help them get them acclimated to U.S. culture.

“I implore you to develop patience throughout this process.”

The Haitian American population is one of the fastest growing demographics in Nassau County, Solages said, with many living in communities like Elmont, Freeport, Uniondale, Valley Stream and Hempstead. According to

Hospedales.

The further apart the relationship between the sponsor and the person looking to come from Haiti, the more difficult it will be to prove that a person can be a suitable sponsor and financially responsible for the beneficiary.

To learn more, visit tinyurl.com/ SponsorHaiti.

– Ana Borruto the most recent census numbers, the total Haitian population was just over 850,000 nationwide, with nearly 155,000 living in New York alone.

Haiti itself has a little more than 11 million people.

Elsie Smith has lived in the United States for 52 years, spending the last decade in Elmont. She wants to sponsor six family members who now live in Haiti — a widower father, his sister and his four kids, whose mother passed away five years ago. The children had to stop going to school last September.

Smith is grateful for the humanitarian relief program as it will give these children better opportunities in the United States.

“This is something for a country that is suffering too much, and we have so much we can offer in this country,” Smith said, through tears. “I live in a house with six bedrooms all by myself — I will provide, (the father) can get his papers for work, and the four children can go to school.”

GOP chairman addresses Santos situation secured spots in the State Assembly.

And then there are the Republicans representing Nassau County in Congress: Anthony D’Esposito and Joseph Cairo, the Nassau County GOP chairman, Santos, who Cairo said received 54 percent of the votes made an appearance at the Franklin Square Chamber for House representative. of Commerce’s first meeting of the year to Santos is under fire for alleged fabricacongratulate the newly sworn in board tions about his resume, which includes members and address the elephant in the his employment at Wall Street firms such room — Republican Congressman George as Citigroup and Goldman Sachs, where Santos. he attended high school and his graduaHe joked that the Republican Party had tion from Baruch College, his income hisan “eventful” day at the Nassau County tory, Jewish heritage, his animal charity Republican Committee headquarters on and more.

Jan. 11, referring to the news conference More recently, his campaign fundraiswhere local GOP leaders called on Santos ing has come into question, and he now to resign after his trail of fabrications. faces an investigation by the Federal Elec“He’s a human being — I feel sad for tion Commission after complaints were him as a person, but he fabricated, he misfiled by the Campaign Legal Center and led and he lied,” Cairo said to the chamber Accountable.US. crowd. “Unfortunately, today we as Repub“We elected a myth and shame on us,” licans had to call upon him, a Republican, JOe CAiRO Cairo said. “He came from Queens County to resign from office, and I don’t know if recommended by the Queens Republican he will or not, but I feel it was the right Chairman, Party and shame on us for perhaps not Nassau County thing to do.” looking deep enough.”

At the chamber meeting, Cairo spoke Republican Party At the news conference earlier that highly about the various Republican canWednesday, Blakeman stated all constitudidates representing the Franklin Square ents who have Santos as a representative community such as Assemblyman Ed Ra, Nassau Coun- should refer to D’Esposito’s office for assistance with ty Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Nassau County Execu- their issues. tive Bruce Blakeman and Councilman Tom Muscarella.

Those that can’t go to D’Esposito will be redirected to He also discussed the recent mid-term election and the offices of U.S. Sens. Chuck Schumer or Kirsten Gilsaid the Republican Party won the House of Represen- librand — both Democrats. tatives by “a very slim margin.”

Santos himself is ignoring the call of many to resign Three Republican state senators were elected: Patri- and said he will not step down. cia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Jack Martins and Alexis Cairo said if a special election becomes necessary, Weik. Jake Blumencranz and Brian Curran also the Nassau GOP will do the best they can to find the

FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD — January 19, 2023

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JOe CAiRO, ChAiRmAN of the Nassau County GOP, speaking to the crowd at the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce meeting on Jan. 11. right candidate, regardless of party affiliation, who will best represent the people of the Third Congressional District.

“The vote in Washington as a member of the majority in the House is important,” Cairo said. “But more importantly, is that the people in the third district should be represented by the person who they really elected.”

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Coming off its first victory of the season following 11 losses out of the gate, youthful Hewlett put together another strong defensive effort last Friday and had four double-digit scorers in a convincing 59-31 victory at Carey in a Nassau Conference A3 boys’ basketball matchup.

The Bulldogs trailed just once — 8-7 midway through the opening quarter — and allowed just 11 second-half points on the way to handing the Seahawks (0-4 in A-3) their 10th straight defeat. Mateo Preziosi, Hewlett’s only senior, scored a game-high 13 points, sophomore Justin Ogilvie added 12, and juniors Luke Rochler and Frantz Limage added 11 and 10, respectively.

“It was a big week for us and hopefully the way we’re playing will continue,” Hewlett head coach Bill Dubin said. “The biggest improvement has been we’ve become much more competitive in practice. Our shooting has gotten better and we’ve played solid defense these last two games.”

Junior Zane Branch had the toughest individual defensive assignment on Friday when he was tasked to guard Carey senior standout Nick Broas, who entered the contest averaging 19 points per game.

Broas was held to a season-low 10.

“Hewlett came here prepared and credit goes to them and coach Dubin,” Carey head coach Dan Reece said. “We really struggled offensively tonight. We had a tough shooting game and too many turnovers.”

Dubin said the game plan was to make someone other than Broas beat them.

“He’s an excellent player and we wanted to make things as difficult as we could for him,” Dubin said.

Reece said junior center Jerome Ferguson was a bright spot for the Seahawks with 9 points and 10 rebounds. “It was his best game of the season,” Reece said.

Three-pointers from sophomore Kevin Colvin and Broas provided the hosts with their only lead before Hewlett scored 9 of the last 11 points of the first quarter to lead 16-10. An apparent buzzer-beating

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Preziosi scored 7 of his points in the second quarter as the Bulldogs extended their lead to 30-20 at halftime. Sophomore Lincoln Williams, who began the season at the JV level, provided a spark off the bench with a three-pointer and two nifty assists.

The Seahawks were held to two field goals in each of the final two quarters and will look to get in the conference win column against Roosevelt with a pair of matchups upcoming. “We need both, but one at a time,” Reece said. “Roosevelt is athletic and never easy to play at their

place. We just need to continue to bring the effort.”

Hewlett knocked off Roosevelt on the road for its first conference win, 47-42, Jan. 10. Rochler (11) and Preziosi (10) scored in double figures as the Bulldogs overcame a 24-point performance from the Rough Riders’ Dylan Hickman.

“When we follow the game plan, good things happen,” Dubin explained.

The Bulldogs host the rematch with Carey on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. It’s the 18th annual Hoops for Hope Game to benefit SIBS Place in Hewlett. The game has raised approximately $125,000 over the years.

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Parents or guardians of students who plan to attend private or parochial schools within or outside of the Franklin Square Union Free School District in the next academic year must submit a written transportation request by April 1.

Under this policy, the New York State Board of Education offers transportation to any non-public school over one mile and within 15 miles by the nearest route from the student’s home.

Proof of residency in the Franklin Square Union Free School District is required with all new applications.

Requests must be submitted prior to April 1 for the school year beginning September 2023. Any requests received past the deadline will not be considered, except for new residents who are required to apply within 30 days after establishing residency in the district.

Transportation application forms for the 20232024 school year have been distributed to private and parochial schools and can also be found at the Office of Transportation, located in the bus parking lot of John Street School on Nassau Boulevard in Franklin Square.

The school district requests that the completed forms be mailed to the transportation office. Even if the child hasn’t been accepted to the private of parochial school yet, parents and guardians should still submit their transportation requests before April 1.

These requests need to be filed yearly, the district said. For more information, call the district offices at (516) 481-4100 ext. 3500.

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Attending the sweAring-in ceremonies were, from left, Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, Chamber President Lisa DelliPizzi, Nassau County GOP Chairman Joseph Cairo, Hempstead Town Councilman Tom Muscarella, County Legislator John Guiffrè and Assemblyman Ed Ra.

Several dozen guests attend swearing-in continued from front page This marks DelliPizzi’s fourth term as chamber president, a position she took on in January 2020, after she started making connections in the Franklin Square community just by knocking on doors and sparking conversation.

Since then, the chamber has faced its fair share of successes and obstacles, but DelliPizzi and the rest of the team have carried on to serve the Franklin Square community and businesses.

“Franklin Square chamber is always forging ahead,” DelliPizzi said. “I think we have a very good balance of people from the past and a lot of new blood.”

Legislator John Guiffrè administrated the oath of office to the 10 business owners who will serve on the chamber’s board of directors for 2023: Joseph Ardito, Esq., Joseph Camolli, Bruno Caracciolo, Frank Cutolo, Johnson John, Joseph Petrosino, Riyaz Remtulla, Joseph Ruscillo, William Sonner and Erik Wortmann.

Thomas Scanlon, the chamber’s outgoing fourth vice president, was honored for his contributions. In addition to serving as a chamber officer, Scanlon is a member of the Knights of Columbus and Ancient Order of the Hibernians.

“You’re a friend to us all and you always have a smile on your face,” DelliPizzi said to Scanlon.

Assemblyman Ed Ra, who attended the swearing-in ceremony, praised the chamber for increasing membership, especially during a difficult time with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ra said he grew up in Franklin Square, only a few blocks from Olivetto Pizzeria, and has enjoyed witnessing the new events and festivals the chamber has organized for the community.

“I think they have already become staples on our community calendar,” Ra said.

Councilman Tom Muscarella praised DelliPizzi for her dedication to the chamber, ability to organize various communi-

guiffré Administered the oath of office to the 10 business owners who make up the chamber’s board of directors.

franklin square Chamber of Commerce To keep up with what the chamber is up to, visit www.franklinsquarechamber.com or check out www.facebook.com/franklin.square.chamber. ty events and efforts to increase membership.

Elaine Phillips, Nassau County comptroller, thanked DelliPizzi for inviting her to the installation ceremony and emphasized the important role small businesses play in the economic development of the community.

“It’s very easy to say our communities aren’t getting better and we don’t have economic development, we don’t have inner beautiful grounds in our community,” Phillips said. “It’s another thing to get out there and make change happen.”

PhilliPs swore delliPizzi in to her fourth term as president.

Joseph Cairo, chairman of the Nassau County Republican Committee, stopped by to praise the chamber and local elected officials for their accomplishments in Franklin Square and surrounding neigh-

borhoods.

“It’s a great community Franklin Square,” Cairo said. “You got a great representation.”

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“It is imperative for Sands resorts to conduct extensive community outreach, and then incorporate the feedback they receive into their proposal,” Abrahams said. That means not only talking to the people who live in the area, but also talking to officials at Hofstra University, Nassau Community College, as well as both Hempstead town and village.

Sands also needs to reach out to local fire departments, school districts, civic associations, chambers of commerce and others as a “necessary first step for addressing concerns and identifying opportunities.”

Scott Rechler is optimistic about a Sands development after nearly two decades of working to overhaul the Coliseum site.

“The plan envisioned by Sands is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create the kind of world-renowned entertainment and hospitality destination that has been

sought after by Long Islanders,” said Rechler, chief executive and chair of RXR Realty, in the release.

But not everyone shares that enthusiasm. Protesters have gathered outside the Coliseum opposing the casino component, which they say promotes multiple addictions. Others believe such a development would add to the existing traffic logjam while creating a blight on the environment.

And then there are people like Jay Goldmark from Woodmere who is OK with the plan.

“Surprisingly I have no absolutely no issue with them building a casino as long as they have absolutely no exemptions granted under any circumstances as far as any construction, sales or use taxes,” Goldmark posted on social media. “If they can afford to build for millions of dollars and fees etc., they surely can afford to pay the sales taxes. It will also create hundreds of jobs.”

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A touch of Las Vegas could soon make its way to Uniondale’s Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum with hotels, performance stages, and even a casino.

The Las Vegas Sands, a resort company founded by late billionaire Sheldon Adelson, wants to develop what it calls a “multibillion-dollar flagship hospitality, entertainment and casino project” at the former home of the New York Islanders off the Hempstead Turnpike near the Meadowbrook Parkway. But the acquisition of up to 80 acres of the site would require state approval.

“The plan would include a casino accounting for 10 percent of the total project, outdoor community spaces, four- and five-star hotel rooms, and a world class live performance venue honoring the legacy of live music at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum,” Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman shared on Twitter.

There also would be celebrity chef restaurants, convention space and ballrooms, along with a luxurious day spa, a swimming pool, and a health club.

“We strongly believe Long Island can be home to one of the region’s great entertainment and hospitality developments,” said Robert Goldstein, Las Vegas Sands chair and chief executive, in a news release.

Sands, which is worth more than $42 billion on the New York Stock Exchange, says it wants to collaborate with the surrounding communities to create a plan as a way to maximizes economic opportunity while protecting the quality of life. Part of that plan would include creating 12,000 construction jobs, and then employing 5,000 people.

But making such a collaboration work will require Sands to listen, County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan Abrahams said.

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THE LAS VEGAS Sands resort company is considering the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum property as a site for a new upscale casino. It’s championed

by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, but being met with cautious optimism by others, like County Legislature Minority Leader Kevan Abrahams.

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Baron inspires children, one poem at a time

By MARK NOLAN mnolan@liherald.com

Lindamichelle Baron wrote her first poem when she was 6. And it was a hit piece, making fun of her cousin Gerard’s big ears.

“I have a cousin named Gerard, I think his ears are very odd.”

Upon hearing those words, Gerard grew out his hair to cover his ears.

With that first venture into slant rhyme, Baron discovered the thrill — and impact — of the written word. “That’s when I saw the power of poetry.”

Poetry has been embedded in Baron’s life ever since. She leaned on writing to support her through teasing in elementary school, and ultimately made a career through verse.

Now 72, she is the first poet laureate for the Town of Hempstead. Her mission is to bring poetry to every corner, including Malverne — where she presented previously — and West Hempstead — where she has yet to recite her poems.

“This is just absolutely amazing,” said Baron, the author of three poetry books and an associate professor at York College.

She was ahead of her time, throwing shade at childhood rivals decades before social media existed. She eventually developed poetry that inspires. Blessed with an infectious laugh and sense of humor and wonderment about the world,

Baron infuses verse into just about everything she does.

Poetry has been the constant throughout her life.

“People who know me know I’ve been in the community and library and organizations for decades,” she said. “They know my energy, my love of life and language and people — it’s all embedded in my poetry.”

A former New York City teacher, Baron became a professor who teaches aspiring teachers. And she insists her students understand poetry shouldn’t be relegated to English class.

“So much of what I taught used poetry,” Baron said. “Even if it was math.

Teachers would say they don’t have the time. You embed poetry into everything you do.”

Budget cuts cost Baron her city teaching job, leading her to become an educational salesperson until 1988. She made a name for herself throughout the tri-state area — not as a saleswoman, but for using rhymes to sell educational materials.

“I would use poetry in my presentations to teachers,” she said. “They saw that poetry can be used to extract contextual knowledge and get students to think critically. They kept asking me back.”

One of her books, “The Sun is On,” is recommended for middle schools by the state, and has sold more than 100,000 copies.

“So many people of so many different

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LINDAMICHELLE BARON HAS been named the first poet laureate for the Town of Hempstead. She has written three poetry books, and spent a lifetime sharing the beauty of poetry with anyone willing to listen. backgrounds have embraced my poetry, and that makes me so happy,” Baron said.

“So much of my poetry has connections to my background as a woman of African descent, but it does capture everybody.”

Living in Hempstead village, Baron has read poetry to many local groups over the years. Her desire is to bring poetry to more than just students.

“Poetry should not be conceptualized as stagnant on the page,” she said. “My goal is to promote the power of poetry and enjoyment of the gift of poetry to the entire community.”

As the town’s first poet laureate, Baron really won’t change much, if anything.

She will continue to speak to children and adults at schools, libraries — pretty much anywhere and everywhere someone will listen to the beauty of poetry.

Town councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, who recommended Baron for the non-paying position, said the appointment would lead to a greater understanding of the positive power of poetry.

“Poetry is meaningful and beautiful,” Goosby said. “It’s a creative outlet that provides a way for people to express themselves.”

Baron will continue writing poetry as she always has, while paying homage to the many people who have helped her since she was young. Her father introduced her to Langston Hughes and Gwendolyn Brooks, and the family of a child she babysat for as a teenager gave her an album of Maya Angelou reciting poetry.

Baron hopes to inspire others to enjoy poetry by honoring those literary role models and her heritage. When she sees a child’s face light up as she recites a poem, she realizes she is achieving her ultimate goal of making poetry accessible.

“That makes me so happy,” Baron said.

“My poetry is for the entire community.”

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onster truck madness is back on Long Island this weekend when for two action-packed days at Nassau Coliseum. In this version, families can watch their favorite Hot Wheels trucks come to life when the Hot Wheels ‘Glow Party’ lights up the arena, Jan. 21-22.

While geared to the younger generation of monster truck fans, there is nothing tame WHERE about this version. You’ll still experience all WHEN the action of the 12-foot-tall, 10,000-pound machines will that bring audiences to their • Saturday and Sunday, feet, racing and ripping up a customJan. 21-22; times vary designed track full of obstacles to soar over • Tickets start at $40 adult, — or smash through — delighting onlookers. $24 child; $10 additional for A laser light show adds to the spectacle — Crash Zone (prices are subject to change); available at the trucks maneuver their way through their HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive. stunts in a darkened arena. com or NassauColiseum.com Their names — Gunkster, Race Ace, Mega • Located at Nassau Coliseum, Wrex, Bone Shaker, Tiger Shark, Bigfoot and Uniondale Demo Derby — reflect the outrageous mix of racing and showmanship that enthrall both the drivers and their fans.

“Big trucks, big engines, crushing cars, hanging out with the fans, I love it all,” says Eric Steinberg, 22. “It’s an indescribable adrenaline rush.”

It’s clear Steinberg loves his job. In fact, he doesn’t describe his role as a “job.” It’s his passion — what he was born to do.

Like his fellow drivers, Steinberg became enthralled with the big trucks at a young age. Missouri-born and raised, he was 3 years old when he went to his first monster truck event. From that moment on he was hooked.

“I just knew this is what I wanted,” he says. “Monster trucks are amazing, and caught my attention more than anything else. I looked up to the drivers as my heroes. I remember how I felt and that helped me transition to being a driver.”

Determined to follow his dream, he enrolled in State Technical College of Missouri’s Automotive Technology HighPerformance Program. After his 2021 graduation, he hooked up with the Bigfoot team. Bigfoot, a name synonymous with the

After some scheduling delay — in part due to the pandemic — the renowned saxophonist makes his long-awaited appearance at the Madison Theatre with his quartet. The NEA Jazz Master, triple-Grammy Award winner and musical polymath with his stellar ensemble — pianist Joey Calderazzo, bassist Eric Revis and drummer Justin Faulkner — bring the brilliance that has made this quartet one of the most revered and influential in jazz. Marsalis is equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and sitting in with members of the Grateful Dead, but the core of his musical universe remains the Branford Marsalis Quartet. After more than three decades of existence with minimal personnel changes, this celebrated ensemble is acclaimed for its uncompromising interpretation of a kaleidoscopic range of both original compositions and jazz and popular classics.

Friday, Jan. 20, 8 p.m. $40-$95.

Madison Theatre, Molloy University campus, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. (516) 323-4444 or MadisonTheatreNY.org.

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monster truck world, was Steinberg’s entrée into the circuit. He debuted Gunkster, first created by Hot Wheels for its 2021 Monster Trucks Series collectibles, in 2022.

He’ll be in high gear with all his tricks, driving Gunkster through all the non-stop action, which includes a wheelie competition, long jumps, freestyle, and even motocross.

And if that is not enough, there’ll be a special appearance by the car-eating, fire-breathing transforming robot Megasaurus.

Steinberg encourages everyone to come to the Crash Zone pre-show, Saturday, at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., and Sunday, at noon. Crash Zone gives fans access to the arena floor where they can view of the trucks up-close and meet the drivers, get autographs and take photos and, of course, check out some toy versions of the big trucks.

“Fans love it,” says Steinberg. “The kids are excited to see the trucks before the show. It’s all for them.

For me, I always wanted to meet the drivers as a kid.

I always looked up to them as my heroes. And now I want to be that hero. Meeting the fans is truly special and encourages us.”

Top photo: Gunkster, driven by Eric Steinberg, and other popular trucks, including Tiger Shark, will thrill fans with exciting car-crunching feats as they fly more than 35 feet in the air. Three stories tall and weighing more than 50,000 pounds, Megasaurus — at left — roars into the arena ready to chomp.

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company welcomes the coming of spring, the Year of the Black Water Rabbit.

It’s a spectacular experience for all ages, combining traditional Chinese dance with modern flair.

The Red Lions dance to a hip hop beat. The Golden Dragon brings good luck and fortune for the coming year. The ensemble also showcases a contemporary dance work, ‘Ashes of A Dead Frog,’ choreographed by legendary Polish Choreographer Jacek Luminski that was commissioned by Nai-Ni Chen almost a decade ago. Guest artists from the Chinese Music Ensemble of New York provide traditional and contemporary music on classical and folk Chinese instruments.

Dancers, acrobats and musicians perform in festive costumes in red, gold, blue and purple colors symbolizing their prayer for a peaceful and harmonious New Year with plenty of prosperity and good fortune for everyone to enjoy and share.

Sunday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m. $52, $42, $32. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville.

(516) 299-3100 or TillesCenter.org.

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Feb. 23 Art talk Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” live, via Zoom, Thursday, Feb. 23, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “The Big Picture: Photography Now.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the program. Register at least 24 hours in advance to receive the program Zoom link. Also Feb. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Friends of the Brothers

Friends of the Brothers visits the Landmark stage with their dynamic tribute to the Allman Brothers, Friday, Jan. 27, 8 p.m. Their powerful celebration of the Allman Brothers, featuring musicians closely associated with the original band, continues the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Their first-hand experience with the Allman Brothers Band and their deep knowledge of the repertoire and the music’s roots and heritage allows them to play with an unrivaled depth. Hear songs from every stage of the Allman Brothers’ career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players. $33, $28. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or LandmarkOnMainStreet.org.

Beginning Thursday, Jan. 19, the Franklin Square Public Library will be offering literacy classes through Literacy Nassau every Thursday night from 6 to 9 p.m. until March 30. Registration for literacy classes must be done through Literacy Nassau. For registration information, visit www.literacynassau.org or call (516) 867-3580.

Paint Night Fundraiser Troop 93 Mothers’ Club hosts a paint night fundraiser, Saturday, Jan. 21, 7 to 10 p.m., at Franklin Square VFW Post 2718, 68 Lincoln Road. The cost is $35 per person for a fun night of painting. It’s BYOB and snacks; coffee and dessert will be provided. Reserve a spot by emailing Troop93Mothersclub@ gmail.com. All proceeds benefit the Scouts of the Troop 93.

The Best of the Eagles Get into the Eagles’ groove when the tribute band visits The Paramount stage, Thursday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m. With special guest Fleetwood Macked. This authentic recreation features individual bandmates taking on the persona of the original Eagles members. $39.50, $29.50, $19.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

(800) 745-3000 or Ticktmaster. com or ParamountNY.com.

Board of Education Meeting The Sewanhaka Central High School District holds its Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 8-10 p.m., at Sewanhaka High School, 500 Tulip Ave., in Floral Park.

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Monster Trucks The all-new Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party show is coming to Nassau Coliseum for the first time on Saturday, Jan. 21, 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Audience members of all ages will experience the fun of monster trucks in the dark.

For more information, visit NassauColiseum.com.

Tax Forum Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, is hosting a forum, Tuesday, Jan. 24. All issues regarding property tax exemptions, tax assessment, payment dates, locations and discounts discussed. To register, email taxforums@hempsteadny. gov or call (516) 414-6598.

Franklin Square Civic Association The next Franklin Square Civic Association general meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the gym of the Polk Street School, 960 Polk Ave. in Franklin Square.

The meeting is open to the public for all residents and businesses in Franklin Square, Garden City South, and West Hempstead. Guest speakers include representatives from the Franklin Square and West Hempstead Water Districts, the Problem Oriented Police (POP) Unit and the 2023 FSCA Board will be sworn in as well.

Jan. 25

Forest Bathing Take a meditative Forest Bathing walk, led by certified guide Linda Lombardo, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2-4 p.m. Based on the Japanese tradition of ShinrinYoku, a wellness practice developed in the 1980s, the walk, on the grounds of the former summer residence of Howard Gould and later Daniel and Florence Guggenheim, inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits. $40, $35.

Pre-registration required. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org or call (516) 571-7901.

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Items on The Scene 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 thescene@liherald.com.

Photography’s ascent in the art world is an international phenomenon. Nassau County Museum of Art’s star-studded exhibition spans the historical roots of the medium. View works

by Ansel Adams and his generation and the thrilling, large-format color works of such contemporary masters as Cindy Sherman, Thomas Struth, James Casebere and Gregory Crewdson, among others. From the documentary to the painterly, images bear witness to the times.

On view through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

The Pigeon Comes to Long Island!

Step into activities pulled directly from the pages of Mo Willems’ books, during opening weekend of Long Island Children’s Museum’s new exhibit, Sunday, Jan. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., in residence through May 14. Step into activities pulled directly from the pages of Mo Willems’ books, make art inspired by his work, engage in dramatic play and learn about the rich social and emotional lives of the author’s characters. Interact with Willems beloved characters: best friend duo Elephant and Piggie, faithful companion Knuffle Bunny, and The Pigeon. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City.

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Learn how to make homemade gnocchi, Tuesday, Jan. 24 , 7 p.m. at Franklin Square Library, 19 Lincoln Road. Attendees will make one pound of pasta and will take one pint of tomato sauce home with them.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 1/25/23 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: --------------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 89/23. ELMONT - Jenni Meredith, Variances, lot area occupied, side yard, side yards aggregate, construct 2nd story addition with cantilever, 2-story addition with balconies, enclosed foyer, roof over portico and wood deck, all attached to dwelling., N/s Rosalind Ave., 100’ W/o Belmont Blvd., a/k/a 1600 Rosalind Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.

This notice is only for new cases in Elmont within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction.

There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available a t https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.

136766 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, D/B/A Christiana Trust as trustee for PNPMS Trust II, Plaintiff AGAINST Raymond Crossfield, Joan Burgess Crossfield a/k/a Joan Burgess-Crossfield a/k/a Joan A. Burgess, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 03, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 2, 2023 at

2:30PM, premises known as 161 King Street, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 32, BLOCK: 688, LOT: 20.

Approximate amount of judgment $687,765.93 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #000629/2017.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Janine Lynam, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-073852-F00 74411 136441

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FVI, INC. IN TRUST FOR MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE CAPITAL HOLDING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. DWAYNE A. SAMUELS A/K/A DWAYNE SAMUELS, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 27, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 9, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 2330 Dutch Broadway, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 719 and Lot 20.

Approximate amount of judgment is $1,136,596.96 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 002371/2017.

The property is also being sold subject to a potential

strict foreclosure. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 136599

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff -againstCATHERINE SERVA, MARYANN SERVA, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated April 19, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in Franklin Square near Elmont, in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, N.Y., bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the North side of Langdon Street, where the same intersects the corner of the easterly side of Litchfield Avenue and the northerly side of Langdon Street, being a plot 50 feet by 100 feet by 50 feet by 100 feet by 50 feet.

D/S/B/L: 35/35/313.

REFEREE WILL ACCEPT ONLY BANK OR CERTIFIED CHECK FOR DEPOSIT REQUIRED FROM PURCHASER. All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

Said premises known as 1250 LANGDON STREET, ELMONT, NY Approximate amount of lien $221,076.04 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 001871/2016.

ALAN GERSON, ESQ., Referee Kosterich & Skeete, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 707 Westchester Ave, Suite 302, White Plains, NY 10604 {* Elmont Herald*} 136720 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE ASSET BACKED SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7 ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES AMQ 2006-HE7, Plaintiff, vs.

JANET BARNES, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 17, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 21, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 746 Meacham Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 0032, Block 00699-00 and Lot 00031.

Approximate amount of judgment is $620,821.14 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 1699/2015.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Lawrence Weinreich, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-5, Plaintiff against- FANEEZA ALLIE, SHAMEER ALLIE, BEEBEE ALLIE, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated February 10, 2020 and entered on February 11, 2020, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on February 17, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Elmont,

Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Section: 32 Block: 475 Lots: 38, 39 and 40.

The Foreclosure Sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s COVID-19 Policies and Foreclosure Auction Rules.

All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Foreclosure Auctions will be held Rain or Shine.

If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

Said premises known as 1580 ROSALIND AVENUE, ELMONT, NY Approximate amount of lien $817,142.86 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.

Index Number 609385/2019.

LISA SINGER, ESQ., Referee DRUCKMAN LAW GROUP PLLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 242 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. {* Elmont Herald*} 136694 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Freedom Mortgage Corporation, Plaintiff AGAINST John M. Gibbs, Betty Tucker Gibbs, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 17, 2020, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 30, 2023 at 2:00PM, premises known as 11538 238th Street, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 32, BLOCK: 632, LOT: 23.

Approximate amount of judgment $456,765.89 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609471/2019.

The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844) 400-9633 Malachy Lyons Jr., Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-091270-F00 74296 136295 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 2015-1, Plaintiff, vs. KETLIE CHEVALIER, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 1, 2018 and an Order Appointing Successor Referee and Other Relief duly entered on October 28, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 27, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1716 Dutch Broadway, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Elmont, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 667 and Lot 34. Approximate amount of judgment is $427,271.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #17-000700.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper

social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Edward Andreas Vincent Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 190986-7 136328 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, Plaintiff, vs. BRIAN F. CURRAN AS PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY FOR THE ESTATE OF MARIAN CORCORAN, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Default Judgement and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 24, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 31, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 919 Van Buren Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 35, Block 484 and Lot 136. Approximate amount of judgment is $100,776.13 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 613958/2020.

This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.

Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 590 Madison Avenue, Suite 1800, New York, NY 10022, Attorneys for Plaintiff 136330 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: DinaMe Pet Care Services, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 11/07/2022.

NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom

process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to:142 Opal Street, Elmont, NY 11003 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

136751 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Licul Lighting, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 11/06/2022.

NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 507 N. 12th St. New Hyde Park, NY, 11040 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.

136483 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO.: 610776/2019 D/O/F: August 7, 2019 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Premises: 32 CERENZIA BOULEVARD, ELMONT, NY 11003 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF POPLAR ABS INC. MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-4, Plaintiff, -againstTHYCESLYN FREEMAN, SAMONIE E. LEWIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; COUNTY OF NASSAU; CAVEL ELLIOTT A/K/A CAVEL MCKENZIE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF HORACE ELLIOT; ZOYA ELLIOTT AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF HORACE ELLIOT; SANDRA ELLIOT if living, and if she be dead, respective heirsat-law, next-of-kin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under by or through said defendants who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises described, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; COLEEN ELLIOTT if living, and if she be dead, respective heirs-atlaw, next-of-kin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having of claiming, under by or through said defendants

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who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises described, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; MARCIA ELLIOTT if living, and if she be dead, respective heirs-atlaw, next-of-kin, distributes, executors, administers, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under by or through said defendants who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises described, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; Unknown heirs at law of HORACE ELLIOTT if living, and if he be dead, respective heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under by or through said defendants who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises described, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; DEON JONES, Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the 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); the United States of America may appear or answer within 60 day of service hereof; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, dated November 7, 2022 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on August 19,

2005 in Liber 29262, Page 851, covering premises k/a Section 32, Block 672, Lot 00001.

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 information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: December 7, 2022 New York, New York Michael C. Manniello, Esq. HILL WALLACK LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 261 Madison Avenue 9th Floor, Suite 940 New York, NY 10016 Phone: 929-504-7005 Email: mmanniello@hillwallack.c om #99971 136593

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LEGAL NOTICE SUREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO.: 607833/2022 DATE FILED: 06/16/2022 SUMMONS L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Plaintiff, -againstARTHUR BEZMAN and STEVEN BEZMAN, if they be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest in and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER; CHRISTIANA TRUST AS CUSTODIAN,

“JOHN DOE through “JOHN DOE #12”, 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 an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiffs attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. David P. Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered January 10, 2023 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a tax lien and to recover the amount of the tax lien and all of the interest, penalties, additions and expenses there on to premises known as Section 32, Block 425, Lot 125.

Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property.

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 tax lien holder 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 information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE

COURT. Dated: June 15, 2022 LEVY & LEVY Attorneys for Plaintiff 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY 11021 (516)487-6655 BY: JOSHUA LEVY, ESQ. #100047 136745

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Woman dies from fire Nassau County police has reported another victim of the Dec. 30 Elmont house fire has died.

Mary Ann Anderson, 48, of Elmont “succumbed to her injuries,” according to the police news release. John McDonnell, 67, also died after some time in the hospital in critical condition.

The home at 490 Oakley Avenue in Elmont went up in flames at approximately 9:26 p.m. When officers arrived, they entered the basement, but quickly exited when they were

met with heavy smoke and heat. The Elmont Fire Department arrived and entered the house, where they found McDonnell, Anderson and another woman.

The three individuals were transported to local hospitals for smoke inhalation and burn treatment. Firefighters and other emergency personnel extinguished the fire.

The incident is still under investigation.

— Ana Borruto

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF15 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-FF15, Plaintiff, -againstSTEFANIE FRANKLYN, as Heir-at-Law to the Estate of Winston Franklyn; ROCCO F. FRANKLYN, as Heir-at-Law to the Estate of Winston Franklyn; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF WINSTON FRANKLYN; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA o/b/o INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; JOHN DOE” and “JANE DOE” said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants, tenants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein, Index No. 607116/2021 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Premises being foreclosed: 27 Caroline Avenue Elmont, New York 11003 Section: 37 Block: 568 Lot: 10 ACTION TO FORECLOSE MORTGAGE ON PROPERTY SITUATED IN NASSAU COUNTY Defendants.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or a notice of appearance on the attorneys for the Plaintiff within twenty (20) days after the service of the Summons exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State.

The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may appear within sixty

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(60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear, or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in this Complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT This is an action to foreclose a Mortgage (“the Mortgage”), covering premises known as 27 Caroline Avenue, Elmont, New York 11003.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

VENUE Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situated.

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 an 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 information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: December 19, 2022 VICTOR SPINELLI, ESQ. FEIN, SUCH & CRANE,

LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 1400 OLD COUNTRY ROAD STE C103 WESTBURY, NY 11590 Telephone No. 516/394-6921 SPSNY507 136258

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX #602903/2022 FILED: 12/12/2022 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is: The location of real property being foreclosed. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, against UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA J. ARNOLD, if they be living and if they be dead, the respective 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(s) who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance, any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the Complaint, MICHAEL J. ARNOLD A/K/A MICHAEL ARNOLD AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF BARBARA J. ARNOLD, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, and “JOHN DOE No. 1’’ through ‘’JOHN DOE No. 100’’ inclusive, the name of the last 100 defendants being fictitious, the true names of said defendants being unknown to plaintiff, it being intended to designate fee owners,

tenants or occupants of the liened premises and/or persons or parties having or claiming an interest in or a lien upon the liened premises, if the aforesaid individual defendants are living, and if any or all of said individual defendants be dead, their heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, committees, devisees, legatees, and assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest of them and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, through, or against the said defendants named as a class, of any right, title, or interest in or lien upon the premises described in the complaint herein, Defendant(s). To the above named Defendants: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the plaintiff’s attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. 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 information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable David P Sullivan, a Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Nassau County, granted on the 7th day of November, 2022, and filed with the Complaint and other papers in the office of the County Clerk of Nassau County. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by BARBARA J. ARNOLD to MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS MORTGAGEE, AS NOMINEE FOR ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORP, bearing date April 22, 2011 and recorded in Book M 36011, at Page 705 in the County of Nassau on May 5, 2011, which was assigned to BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. by instrument executed November 8, 2019 and recorded December 2, 2019, in Book M 43842, at Page 162. Said premises being known as and by 94 Crown Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003, bearing tax map designation Section: 0032, Block: 00305-00, Lot: 00102, which is more fully described in the Schedule “A” attached to the Complaint. Aldridge Pite, LLP, Attorneys for the Plaintiff, 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 File 1092-11426B 136285

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Q. I wanted to add on to the den on the side of my house. The den has been there since 1930. The problem I’m having is that if I want to make the addition so that it’s in alignment with the current den, the side distance to my property line is too close, by 12 inches, according to my building department. They say that I have to match the code requirement that was adopted in 1938, so instead of having a straight wall going all the way back, I either need to make a jog in the wall or go for a zoning variance. It just doesn’t make sense. I’m not adding a monster-sized addition, just 10 feet by 10 feet on the side of my house, behind tall hedges. My neighbor doesn’t mind, so what can I do about this?

A. Not much, except decide whether you want a ridiculous-looking room with a jog in the wall or want to spend the money and time to go through the zoning variance process. When I see cases like this, I understand the intent of the law, but not the “spirit” of the law.

The intent is to prevent the construction of buildings too close to a properonte eeper ty line, based on historical catastrophes such as the London fire and the John Gandolfo & Barbara Gandolfo Chicago fire, both of which saw hundreds of lives Coldwell Banker lost and tens of thousands of buildings destroyed, American Homes mainly because of their closeness to one another 493 Atlantic Avenue and their ability to burn easily.

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ne of my all-time favorite comedians was Groucho Marx. He always had the right response to the question of the moment.

He used to say, “No matter what you ask for, the answer is no.” That describes the crazy new Republican majority in the House of Representatives.

For decades, the federal government has been providing funds for Social Security, Medicare, Homeland Security and the Department of Defense. Most rational people will tell you that these are crucial JERRY parts of the government, but variKREMER ous members of the new majority have targeted these programs for extinction.

When asked why they would seek to end one of these key programs, the individual Republican members would answer, “Because I don’t like it.” The idea that many members of the new majority want to bring government to its knees should be a warning sign to every American.

The Republican effort to dismantle American government is nothing new to political observers. Hundreds of Republi-

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Eliminating programs goes along with the entire package of rules that were just adopted by the House of Representatives under the leadership of its new speaker, Kevin McCarthy.

McCarthy has wanted to be speaker for over a decade.

In 2015 he lost the job to John Boehner, and Boehner gave it to Paul Ryan. This year, for McCarthy, the speakership was now or never.

To avoid never, he agreed to a set of rules changes that at best could be described as insane. At the top of the list is a rule that will allow any one of the 435 House members to make a motion to take away the speakership from McCarthy.

Another rule allows members to single out any federal agency and vote to eliminate its budget. Because the House is empowered to craft the government’s spending plan, this rule could wipe out the entire budget of the Defense Department or the allocation for Medicare, with little or no debate in the House. The

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Democratic Senate will no doubt vote against such changes, but that would leave the country without a budget.

What spells more trouble is a requirement that any increase in the debt ceiling must be matched by reductions in federal spending, which could target Social Security and Medicare. What is the next ugly byproduct of McCarthy’s failure to give into the far-right mob?

Spending limits, counterbalanced by cuts in programs, would create the possibility that Congress would default on its requirement to pay the nation’s debt. A debt default could lead to a global meltdown and a downgrading of America’s credit rating. The Republican House majority threatened debt default under President Barack Obama, but in the end, the Republicans came to their senses and approved the borrowing to keep the government functioning.

Apparently, rules changes weren’t enough for the 20 or so fringe House members as McCarthy sold his soul. In addition to giving in to them on rules, he agreed to appoint them to key committees, including the powerful Rules Committee. In effect, the group of 20 will have more power than the other 202 members

wenty fringe House majority members have more power than the other 202.

of the House majority.

It is important to explain the significance of the appointment of troublemakers to the Rules Committee. The committee has the authority to do virtually anything during the course of consideration of a measure, including deeming it passed. It can rewrite parts of a bill, or the entire measure. House members such as Lauren Boebert, of Colorado, can hold the committee hostage. It’s a recipe for disaster.

Some readers might call these observations partisan, but any student of government will tell you that all of these changes are a recipe for disaster. As an example of the thinking of this power cluster, Rep. Jim Jordan, of Ohio, was asked why he favored cuts in the Defense Department, and he answered that there are too may generals in the military, and we have to get rid of many of them.

When all of these so-called reformers announced their plans, I thought of the word “clowns,” and then the song “Send in the Clowns” popped up in my thinking. Clowns are funny, but not this group of them.

Jerry Kremer was an Assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

Playing hide-and-seek with top secrets

magine my surprise when I opened my toaster oven to slide in a meatloaf and found a bunch of classified documents inside. Wow, I thought, secret docs are really popping up all over the place.

The papers were in a folder that said Top Secret, so I read them immediately.

Showing up in my oven makes them mine, right? Also, I took the extra precaution of declassifying them by chanting the order of the planets according to their distance from the sun, even Pluto, which is officially a nano planet. I RANDI mean, I don’t want KREISS to break any laws.

Just a few months ago, everyone was talking about a former president possessing bundles of classified documents, which he or someone close to him stuffed in various cabinets and closets in and around Mar-a-Lago, his golf club and happy place. The Justice Department, not known for leaping into action, actually raided the premises — that’s how worried it was that secrets may have fallen into the hands of spies. The former prez said

the documents were his because, well, just because. His team resisted turning them over, although the law demands that important papers get returned to the government after a president leaves office.

People wondered if spies were hanging around Mar-a-Lago, hoping to read our nuclear codes over the dessert buffet. Or maybe someone was thinking about selling information to the other side, a kind of monetizing of the outgoing presidency.

A special counsel was appointed by the DOJ to investigate the case of the purloined papers. Think: a kind of Wizard of Oz operating behind a screen.

Starting in early November, more secret documents were discovered, this time in offices and homes owned or formerly occupied by President Biden. He said he was surprised that classified material turned up under his watch, and his people did move with alacrity to give the paperwork back to the proper authorities in the government. Still.

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Let me retreat a bit. After all, I did lose my most precious Covid-19 vaccine card just a week after I got the jab in January 2021. I awoke in the middle of the night and couldn’t remember where I had put it for super-safekeeping. I began to toss the room and the closet.

After two days of misery, I tried to contact someone at the vaccine location. Someone there told me I had to appear in person, and even then I might not be successful. So I started all over again, searching my room and closets and, in case I really misplaced it, the fridge and the inside of my sneakers. On Day 4 I found the card exactly where I had put it originally, in a drawer. So I understand these lapses, but my vaccine card isn’t a nuclear code.

Biden apparently set down some papers and then forgot where they were, or when they needed to be returned to the government archives. More likely, he didn’t think about it all, and it was his staff that messed up.

Not so much with the other guy, who claimed possession of what were clearly classified papers and hired lawyers to

ell, I did a better job of hiding my diary from my sister when I was 12.

fight the government’s request to return the papers to safekeeping.

I once forgot to turn off the stove.

Another time, I misplaced the code for my bicycle lock. Nearly every day I forget why I jumped up to run upstairs.

But shouldn’t the Secret Service, Homeland Security, the FBI, the president’s briefers and the CIA do better?

Hell, I did better hiding my diary from my sister when I was 12. No way MI-5 or the code breakers of Bletchley Park would have stashed spy secrets under a cushion.

I was surprised, but not really shocked, to find the eyes-only documents in my toaster oven. How to get rid of them? Roast? Convection bake? Air fry? I tried them all, and now I have a pile of ashes in my oven that I probably have to bake into another meatloaf, for security reasons.

This may not be the end of the story.

All the president’s men and women somehow thought it was OK to store spycraft information in POTUS’s sock drawer or the ottoman at Camp David. Our government, bless its confused leaders, apparently subscribes to a special protocol for keeping secret documents secret, known as L.G. That would be Loosey Goosey.

Copyright 2023 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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ew York has lost Oyster Bay. Well, more accurately, the state has lost 300,000 people — the town’s population — in just a sin-

gle year.

Only California lost more people from domestic migration in the past year, and it wasn’t by much. But at least according to census numbers, New York can only watch as an average of 820 people move to another state. Each day.

Those are the kinds of numbers you’d expect from a state that’s struggling financially. But New York is anything but. In fact, it’s hard to find a time when New York was more prosperous. It’s just a prosperity that far too many people can’t afford to take part in.

“Over the last 10 years, our state had created 1.2 million jobs, but only 400,000 new homes,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in her recent State of the State address.

Without a robust supply of homes, prices remain high. That’s great for developers and landlords, but bad for everyone else.

The simple fact is, if our family members, friends and neighbors can’t afford to live in our communities, they’ll find a neighborhood where they can.

“Many forces led to this state of affairs,” Hochul said.

“But front and center are the local landuse policies that are the most restrictive in the nation. Through zoning, local communities hold enormous power to block growth.”

There are certainly benefits to such power, like preserving neighborhoods’ suburban single-family feel. But that feel isn’t cheap. The median sales price of homes in Nassau County in 2021 was $620,000, according to the state’s taxation and finance department. Outside New York City, the closest counties are Rockland, at $550,000, and Suffolk, at $510,000.

To afford a home like that, you’d have to

make at least $45 an hour — nearly three times the minimum wage. A typical salary in New York pays a little less than $25.

But you can’t work in New York if you can’t live in New York. And with the dearth of truly affordable housing, that just isn’t happening. It’s not that our local government officials don’t want affordable housing. It’s just that many don’t like the best way to create such housing: apartment buildings.

“Between full-on bans of multifamily homes, and onerous zoning and approval processes, they make it difficult — even impossible — to build new homes,” Hochul said. “Think about that. People want to live here, but local decisions to limit growth mean they cannot. Local governments can — and should — make different choices.”

Those choices need to begin here.

Between 2010 and 2018, the governor said, counties like Nassau granted fewer building permits per capita than virtually all suburban counties across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Northern Virginia and Southern California.

“With less supply, demand drives up prices,” Hochul said. “And who gets squeezed?

Middle-income families and low-income families.”

Yet, not to fear, Hochul has a plan to fix it. She calls it the New York Housing Compact, and its intent is to build 800,000 new homes in the state over the next decade, setting “clear expectations for the growth we need, while at the same time giving localities plenty of tools, flexibility and resources to stimulate growth.”

Doing that requires downstate localities like Nassau to increase their housing stocks by 3 percent every three years. That can happen through redevelopment of dilapidated sites like old malls and office parks, incentivizing new housing production, or simply updating zoning rules.

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letters Next week, a nationwide focus on school choice To the Editor: You likely don’t need me to tell you that children all over the country are suffering the academic consequences of the pandemic, and New York is no exception.

A 2022 survey revealed that 52 percent of American families were looking for a new school. To put it in personal terms, in a classroom of 25 students, 13 families are not satisfied with the education their children are receiving.

A great K-12 education for every child is no small undertaking, and we know there are many learning environments that help different students achieve their potential.

Every child is different — with different abilities, personality and needs. In a place like New

In return, Hochul said, the state will offer new funding for schools, roads and sewers while removing some of the bureaucratic barriers standing in the way of new housing.

But failure to meet these goals on Hochul’s timetable means facing the governor’s mighty concrete fist. Albany will override local authority, and implement what she calls a “new fast-track approval process” to get home construction under way.

That’s one step too far. Forcing such change by trampling local government not only creates a worse mess worse, but also sets a bad precedent for the kind of power the governor wields over these communities.

What the concrete fist needs is a velvet glove in the form of incentives, and good education on what properly planned housing can bring.

There is a constant fear of city encroachment on our suburban way of life, but even a good suburb finds room for everyone from every walk of life. How often do we hear friends talk about how much they enjoy visiting the vibrant town centers of places like Rockville Centre, Long Beach and Lynbrook? All of that is thanks to multifamily housing done right — not just for those who don’t necessarily make a lot of money, but for our young neighbors, who are just starting out in the world, and our older neighbors, looking to downsize and enjoy a simpler life.

This can happen by shining light on these successes, and how housing diversity grows neighborhoods rather than destroying them.

But let’s do it without the threats, without the negativity. Let’s provide the right incentives to make housing more affordable in our communities, and show why our Nassau County neighborhoods are indeed the best places to live.

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ne thing I should have learned from my 28 years in Congress and the 15 years before that in the maelstrom of New York politics and government is that political life is very tough and all-consuming — especially at the national level.

Now that I’m away from the incessant turbulence of campaigning, and can wake up in the morning knowing I can go back to sleep and not have to worry during the day about prying reporters or angry constituents, I am increasingly aware of peter how unnatural the political world can kinG be — and usually is.

This was reinforced for me during a recent meeting and subsequent radio interview with former Vice President Mike Pence. The meeting was in the fifth-floor Manhattan office of the Red Apple companies headed by John Catsimatidis, one of New York’s most successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. Among John’s companies is 77WABC Radio, which has

become a major political force in New York.

(Full disclosure: I am a 77WABC contributor and co-host, and consider Mike Pence a good friend.)

The meeting with the former vice president was the latest of many that Catsimatidis has had with prospective national and statewide candidates and political heavyweights. Joining him were a number of executives, staff members and Sid Rosenberg, who hosts the station’s most popular show.

It went well from the start. Though his questions about a possible presidential candidacy were probing, Catsimatidis made clear his admiration and respect for Pence. As did the participants. Pence’s demeanor was calm and relaxed, and his answers were thoughtful and coherent.

Following the 50-minute meeting, John, Mike Pence, Sid Rosenberg and I took the elevator down to the 77WABC studio on the second floor to record interviews with Sid for “Sid and Friends,” and with John and me for “Cats at Night.” On both floors, there were the

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e should claim credit for his contributions while disclaiming Trump’s excesses.

Letters York, families need the flexibility to choose the school that will set their child up for success — whether it’s a traditional public school, a public charter school, a public magnet school, a private school, online learning or home-schooling.

If it’s been a while since you had school-aged children, you may not realize just how different the landscape of options is than it was even a decade ago.

A 2022 survey by the Harris Poll revealed that since the pandemic, home-schooling and public charter schools were the first and second most popular options for parents who decided to switch their children’s schools.

What’s more, some six in 10 parents said their children were happier with the change.

On the other hand, interest in open enrollment in traditional public schools, as well as magnet schools, remains high. Private s ch o o l ch o i c e p ro g r a m s h ave expanded in many states in the last few years, and learning pods and micro-schools are a new and growing option.

But time is of the essence. Due to the explosion of education options in many places, application deadlines often fall as early as

requisite photos with staff members, studio workers and technicians. Mike Pence handled it all with smiles and good humor. Then he was off to his next engagement with his four staff assistants.

All of this sounds calm and rational. But think of how many times Mike Pence must go through this drill. How many business and political leaders, how many special-interest advocates and former politicians must Mike Pence meet, and how many radio and television interviews must he do, realizing that one word or expressed thought taken out of context could endanger — or even torpedo — his possible campaign?

How many big cities, suburban centers and small towns must he visit? How many early mornings and late nights will he have?

How will he keep to his endless schedule? I couldn’t help but notice the understandably tense looks on the faces of the Pence assistants trying to keep him at least reasonably close to his schedule without offending anyone at these meetings, while thinking about how they

January for the next academic year.

The upcoming National School Choice Week — Jan. 22-28 — will streamline things for parents through a national public awareness campaign and thousands of events hosted by schools around the country.

Parents who have chosen a school they love can also empower others by sharing their own experiences.

All families can help their kids achieve academic success.

The first step is to choose the perfect school fit, and the best way to do that is by being aware of the local options and regulations.

To lear n about the academic alternatives in New York, parents can visit SchoolChoiceWeek.com/ new-york.

While parents in New York and across the country are exploring and choosing schools next week, I hope they can count on all of our support.

would explain his lateness at the next meeting, and the meetings after that.

Mike Pence’s real challenges, though, as he thinks through a presidential run, are: ■ Figuring out how to claim justifiable credit for his real contributions to the Trump-Pence administration while disclaiming the Trump excesses — particularly the shameful events of Jan. 6, 2021, when Pence acted with courage and honor.

■ Understanding how, in a time of political anger and rage, such a sharply divided nation can be persuaded to get behind a candidate of experience, knowledge and calm demeanor.

These challenges must be met while enduring the exhausting rigors of endless travel, interminable meetings, raising campaign funds, and unexpected news stories about the latest misadventures of Donald Trump. It won’t be easy.

It will certainly be difficult. But I, for one, hope that Mike Pence stays in the arena, perseveres, and makes the run.

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. A version of this essay previously appeared in The Hill.

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SHelBY DOYle Nashville, Tennessee Doyle is vice president of public awareness of the National School Choice Awareness Foundation.

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