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District 13 presents next year’s budget By JUAN lAsso jlasso@liherald.com

With school budget season in full swing, Valley Stream Union Free School District 13 is proposing a spending plan totaling roughly $58.5 million for the 2022-23 school year. Even as school districts inch closer to a post-pandemic normal, the district’s budgetary challenges reflect continuing inflation and market uncertainty. Nonetheless, district officials say the spending proposal maintains all student prog rams and services and

expands others, while remaining fiscally sound and taking into account the financial strains on district families. The proposed tax levy of roughly $38.6 million is 1.5 percent larger than the total taxes in this year’s budget, an increase that is well below the district’s 3.47 percent tax cap. Spending will rise by around $3 million, or 5.44 percent, most of which will fund contractually obligated salary increases and benefits for teachers and other school employees, and rising transportation and health insur-

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At A BUDgEt meeting on March 22, the District 13 Board of Education adopted its proposed 2022-23 spending plan. ance costs. “There are some important increases in volatility in some high-cost areas,” district Superintendent Dr. Judith LaRocca said. “We have existing contracts with collective bargaining groups, and that requires us to increase the budget. Health insurance rates have continued to be

very volatile. There is a projected 15 percent increase in health insurance rates.” Student transportation has also become challenging as a re s u l t o f t h e p a n d e m i c, LaRocca added. “There have been transportation companies that have gone out of business, higher costs for drivers due to minimum wage

increases, and an increase in gas prices,” she said. The superintendent further explained that the 202122 fiscal plan was underbudgeted for special education services by about $500,000 “given the high needs for indistrict and out-of-district placement for our special-eduContinued on page 15

Six vie for three seats in V.S. District 24 board election By JUAN lAsso jlasso@liherald.com

Three seats on District 24’s Board of Education are up for election, with three challengers aiming to unseat three incumbents seeking re-election. District 24 comprises the William L. Buck, Brooklyn Avenue and Robert W. Carbonaro elementary schools. It is the smallest of Valley Stream’s three elementary school districts, with just under 1,100 students. Cristina Arroyo is challenging incumbent John Maier, who has been a trustee since 2013 and is seeking his fourth term. Arroyo made an unsuccessful bid to nab

an open seat in 2020 that is currently held by Melissa Herrera. In the second contested race, incumbent Kimberly Wheeler is facing a challenge from newcomer Cynthia Nuñez. Wheeler has been a trustee since 2016, and is seeking her third term. In the third contested race, Meaghan Fleming is challenging incumbent Markus Wilson, who was appointed by the board to fill Joseph Shipley’s vacant seat following his resignation in 2020. Wilson is now seeking election for a full term this year. Fleming made an unsuccessful bid last year to unseat Wilson, who had run for the remaining year of Shipley’s term.

The Herald asked the candidates about their platforms and their ideas for progress and change. We interviewed them by email, and their responses have been edited for clarity and brevity.

ARRoYo vs. MAIER Herald: Why did you decide to run? cristina Arroyo: There are no

people on the board who are advocating for the children of people like me, a Latinx single mom; or people like my friend Shehla, who’s Muslim, or Lisa, who’s Jewish, or Bianca, who’s trans, and I could go on. Now, I don’t know if the board

and administration don’t want teachers of color, but I know that there’s not a single Black person teaching in a district where 86 percent of students are not white. I don’t know if the leadership bears any animosity against LGBTQ+ people, but I know that the health/sex classes they approved erased the biological and social experiences of this

community. And I don’t know if our elected officials consider Spanish speakers to be secondclass citizens, but I know in a school where the largest racial student demographic is Hispanic, nobody who can speak Spanish is available when you call. While mission statements, Continued on page 3

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Three seats are up for grabs in District 24 public commitments and community forums are nice, they’re useless if they don’t effect sustainable, systemic change — and not in 18 months or five years, but now.

John Maier: No response was submitted. Herald: What, if anything, would you like to see changed regarding school district policy and procedures? Arroyo: The best policies and procedures

will count for nothing if they’re not properly implemented. Hence, the first thing we need to do is establish some accountability safeguards for our leadership. This means that we need to establish policies and procedures that encourage community transparency and voice, including with issues such as accessibility, elections and nepotism. Then we need to address the vetting and review process of the curricula. In the past two years, there have been materials provided to our students that run counter to their growth and development as citizens of the world. And as such, our children need to be exposed to more than STEM — we need to bring back music, language and civic programs, among others. I would like to see someone with education and expertise in organizational justice be a part of the administration. In terms of equity, the district has been reactive, specifically because they either don’t have the will, skills or both to address such complex and nuanced issues. We need to start shifting to proactive action to not only create a fair and welcoming place for students, parents and teachers, but also to financially unburden taxpayers.

Maier: In the last several years, the board

has gone over the policy book, which has been a large task, going over hundreds of policies. We made sure our policies were consistent and in compliance with education law. I would like to encourage more of a partnership between the community and the board. Communication and transparency are the keys to this goal.

Herald: What educational programs or initiatives, if any, would you like to see continue or expand? Arroyo: First and foremost, technology. The pandemic forced the district to create a technological infrastructure for remote education overnight — and they did an excellent job. However, as in-person instruction has slowly become the norm, the district has shown an unwillingness to use this new tech infrastructure for students, parents and teachers with differing needs who may benefit from it. Not only will integrating remote education bridge inequities, but it will also allow for greater and quicker access to learning materials. Another area that the pandemic spotlighted is mental health, and the district responded. This year, even, they will get more state aid for expanding their mental health programs, and that deserves a standing ovation. Hence, we need to work at using mental health services, not only to address the effects of Covid, but also toward the things that have been there

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before and will be there after, such as bullying, poverty and domestic abuse.

policy and procedures?

Maier: It is the board’s responsibility to

chair of the Policy Committee, we decided that it was prudent to conduct an exhaustive, comprehensive review of every district policy and procedure we had. With education law and the operations of school districts changing over time to meet new challenges and mandates, our policies and procedures needed to be consistent and in compliance. Therefore, this review resulted in many policies being updated, some being eliminated, and several new policies being introduced to reflect the changing nature of our district’s operations and educational programs.

set policy and direction that will keep our district up to date with rapidly changing technological advances, both in terms of the district’s technology and the skills and tools we provide our students. At the high school level, I would like to see more CTE programs that will help our students thrive in today’s workforce. I would also like to expand universal pre-K if we can. Pre-school provides opportunities for children to learn in a way that interests them, building a positive association with learning. Finally, it is my belief that to provide a quality education you must have exceptional teachers. I believe we do in our district. Their expertise is a result of the professional development programs and teacher mentoring programs we have in place. I would look to continue our work in this area.

WHeeler vs. Nuñez Herald: Why did you decide to run? Kimberly Wheeler: I’ve always been active with my children in school. Whether it was class parent, PTA president, multiple positions on the PTA board, volunteer for multiple committees/events, and currently on the South High School Parents Club. When I decided to run for the school board, I turned my energy and volunteering to be for all the children and community. I enjoy watching them throughout our district and become self-sufficient adults. Plus, as a community member myself, I wanted to be sure that the district was fiscally responsible, and policies were being enforced. Cynthia Nuñez: Everything I do is cen-

tered on my children and the well-being of my family. I have a daughter who is a successful product of the Valley Stream School district, originating from District 24, and is about to complete her first year of college at Penn State University. I know firsthand the quality of education offered in Valley Stream is substantial. I also have a son currently in District 24, and I want to ensure the quality of education he receives is as good, if not better, than that of my older child. We are in the 22nd year of the 21st century and I’m very aware that education is what prepares a student for college and/ or a career. I want to help ensure that the Valley Stream school district upholds that standard for all children.

Herald: What, if anything, would you like to see changed regarding school district

Wheeler: Over these last three years, as

Nuñez: Rather than change, I would like

to take advantage of the opportunities in academic progression for the 21st century. There are plenty of opportunities to enhance the policies and procedures in all buildings K-12. Social emotional learning support and growth, especially post-pandemic, is important in all buildings. Partnerships with teachers, PTA and school staff is essential. Kids come to school every day to learn, feel safe and be happy. Schools provide that environment. They give children the opportunity to socialize in academic settings. In a post-Covid world I want there to still be opportunities for children to read and write, speak and listen, and socialize with one another in person. Technology cannot completely replace that. However, it is also really important to continue to use technology in a positive way where it enhances academic growth. The opportunity for children to build their 21st century technological skills through use of technology in classrooms, in a positive and constructive way, is essential.

Herald: What programs or initiatives, if any, would you like to see continue or expand?

Wheeler: Continuing awareness of mental health programs within the district to ensure that each child’s social, emotional and mental health needs are met. Encourage more participation and discussion from our community at board meetings — we want to hear everyone’s voice, as this is the only way to achieve positive change. Nuñez: Anything that bridges a child’s experience from one building to another is something that should be expanded on: For example, accelerated language program(s) and challenge program(s). Acceleration and challenges in the elementary school provide students access to quality education. This also gives parents a lens into the curriculum and instruc-

Markus Wilson

Meaghan Fleming

tion in the building. As a parent, you know where your children are physically, you know they are safe and happy. Acceleration and challenge programs allow you to also know, figuratively, where your children are headed next in terms of their academic curriculum. Because I have a daughter who has been through the district, and I have a son who is currently in the heart of his educational journey in Valley Stream, I realize there are opportunities for some programs to be refined so that they meet the needs of 21st century learners like my son. I believe we are on our way there; we’re making progress.

FleMiNg vs. WilsoN

Meaghan Fleming did not submit her answers.

Herald: Why did you decide to run? Markus Wilson: My two youngest sons are

my motivation to run for re-election. I want to ensure that the district in which they are being educated continues to provide them with the best opportunities. I am uniquely qualified to represent our children, parents and community as the district continues the progress we have made, providing our children with an exceptional educational experience.

Herald: What, if anything, would you like to see changed regarding school district policy and procedures? Wilson: I believe our district has done an excellent job providing our children with a quality education, access to technology and enhancements to school security. Unfortunately, due to a teacher shortage, we were unable to find qualified teachers for our foreign language program. My hope is that in the next year we are able to revive that program in the district. I also want to increase access to translation services for our families with limited English proficiency so that they may more fully engage with the school district. Herald: What programs or initiatives, if any, would you like to see continue or expand? Wilson: I want to continue working with

the board to expand our universal prekindergarten program so that we can serve more families in our community. We should continue to work with our elected leaders at the state and federal level to secure increased funding and flexibility to expand the program in our district. I also want to continue working with the board to diversify our hiring practices by partnering directly with colleges and universities to attract diverse candidates.

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Congressional candidates talk saving the Earth By KARINA KOVAC kkovac@liherald.com

Can you sum up all your environmental positions into two-minute sound bites? That’s what the four Democratic candidates seeking to replace U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice were asked to do last week, taking the stage at Hofstra University’s Breslin Hall to talk about the planet just in time for Earth Day. Malverne village mayor Keith Corbett spent his time on what he referred to as big projects like tapping into a large untouched aquifer under Long Island, and focusing on offshore wind farms. “We need to educate and train the next generation of workers,” Corbett told Julie Tighe, president of the New York League of Conservation Voters, who moderated the event. Claiming that shore strengthening would save money in the long run, it would still “cost $800 to $900 million to build that infrastructure, “ Cobett said “It’s worth building that infrastructure protecting the rest of the property when it’s going to be $800 billion if a Superstorm Sandy were to come through again.” Joining Corbett on the stage were Carrié Solages, Laura Gillen and Kevin Shakil-Mendez. When it comes to the Long Island State Park system, Corbett says “there is already money set aside in the Department of Transportation budget” for changes like

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DemOCRAtIC CANDIDAtes RuNNINg for the congressional seat currently held by Kathleen Rice — Keith Corbett, Laura Gillen, Kevin Shakil-Mendez and Carrie Solages — talk with Julie Tighe, president of the New York League of Conservation Voters, second from left. electric buses, trains and charging stations — all of which could offer a greener solution. Solages, the county legislator who represents the greater Elmont and Valley Stream areas, wants to attack the waste crisis, bringing it to a “sustainable zero” by 2030. He’d accomplish it by offering incentives to companies big and small to invest in limited waste, recycling and sustainable practices. “The federal government cannot require our state government to do anything,” Solages said, “but one thing the fed-

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munities. But no one running for this congressional seat should be all talk, Gillen said. “If you’re going to set up a regulatory system where you’re going to monitor air quality- and monitor water quality and make sure that the standards are applied in all communities, there has to be an enforcement mechanism,” she said. Shakil-Mendez, a 29-year-old political newcomer from Westbury, said it was last year’s Jamaica Ash & Rubbish Removal Co., fire in his town that spurred him to run for Congress. He went door-to-door handing out KN95 masks after the sixalarm fire, to help protect his neighbors from the smoke and fumes from the smoldering debris. ”When I went on-site, I could still smell the smoke and the fumes going into my lungs,” he said. “When you talk environmental justice, nothing was done for this community.” Shakil-Mendez stayed away from many other specifics, instead saying he would consult scientists and experts to help create bills. He also wants to look closely at what Europe is doing when it comes to environmentalism, and duplicate that on Long Island — like placing small wind turbines on the sides of main roads, harnessing energy from traffic as it passes by. The winner of this primary is expected to face Town of Hempstead councilman and Republican Anthony D’Esposito in November.

Mother-daughter-duo pen their own book

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Mother and daughter duo, Sandhyia Gosine, 40, and Isabella Brielle Ramcharitar, 9, have come out with their published children’s book, “Superhero Within Me: Uni: Never Give Up on Your Dream!” The book is meant to inspire children to achieve their dreams by showcasing superheroes who use their powers to accomplish everyday, real-world jobs and tasks. Ramcharitar thought up the protagonist, “Uni” that Gosine then brought to life through colored pencils. It all started a few months ago when they both had an epiphany while reminiscing on their nightly story times which they used to do when Ramcharitar was two years old. Gosine, at the time, was creating stories every night about superheroes who also have normal jobs and then writing them down for her daughter. Ramcharitar at the same time was drawing the makeCourtesy Sandhyia Gosine believe characters to bring them to life on the page. IsABellA BRIelle RAmChARItAR became a Fast forward a few years later and mini-celebraty at Steele Elementary School both are now self-published authors when she was able to read her book. with their book on Amazon. Gosine wrote and developed the plot with class and getting the school’s famed “Book guidance from her daughter, who in turn of the Month” title. illustrated the whole book. The book Her classmates have now expressed that spreads the message to all children read- they too want to write books of their own, ing that you don’t need superpowers to be which is exactly the point Gosine had in a superstar, according to Gosine. mind. “You did something and showed [the This book project took on a personal classmates who now] know it’s possible meaning for Gosine who said that her and that’s what the whole purpose was.” childhood dreams of becoming an astroThe process was incredible for both, naut or lawyer were stifled by some adults Gosine said, because of all the quality time who “kill that real passion.” and teachable moments throughout the “When we say anything is possible, we process. “The best part was spending time mean anything is possible, but gearing with her, it gave me an opportunity to towards something that’s more achiev- show that once you have a vision in mind, able,” Gosine expressed. an idea, all you have to do is work towards Gosine felt that boost in confidence was it,” Gosine said. Now Ramcharitar makes missing from parents to children today, her own plans to do her homework and “Somewhere along the line we lost that study because of those teachable moments [motivation] and we’re like, yeah but you that taught her about setting objectives. can’t fly, and I feel like that instills doubt When they tangibly held the book in [because] we say things like ‘anything is their hands, it was a shock to Ramcharitar, possible’ but anything is not possible because it cemented for her that dreams because I can’t be a superhero. So, it’s just could become a reality. bridging that gap and allowing children to The book is flying off the virtual shelf believe,” Gosine stated. thanks to the support of both the Baldwin Published for the first time, Ramchari- and Valley Stream community, where they tar learned many valuable lessons through lived years prior to their move to Baldwin working together with her mom to accom- three years ago. Staying in touch with Valplish a common endeavor. “It makes me ley Stream through social media such as feel very happy and accomplished through Facebook, the book was able to reach older publishing a book I illustrated, and my friends that were left behind in her mom wrote,” she said. Uni, the FBI agent schools. and main character in the children’s book, “My heart is in both,” said Gosine, “I is the same profession Ramcharitar wants was the Parent Teacher Association presto be when she grows up. ident of Valley Stream. I was heavily Ramcharitar explained her creative involved in the community.” Since Ramprocess in crafting the characters, “First, I charitar started school there it is sentistarted out with a sketch and then moved mental that Valley Stream has also on to actually drawing and it came out responded to the book. “Valley Stream is very, very good,” she laughed, illustrating a very warm community, Baldwin too.We the entire 15-page book in two weeks. They moved during the pandemic…and now both reported that she is now a mini-celeb- that everything is settling in there is rity at Steele, which is “fantastic” she said, more interactions happening and we’re in her school since reading the book to her loving it.”

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Herald wins 17 state newspaper awards STAFF REPORT It was a big showing for Herald Community Newspapers at the New York Press Association spring conference last weekend in Saratoga Springs, with the group from Richner Communications winning 17 state awards, including top honors for in-depth reporting, column writing and spot news. The team of Nakeem Grant, Scott Brinton, Peter Belfiore, Sue Grieco and Jim Bernstein won the Thomas G. Butson Award for the Malverne/West Hempstead Herald following an April 2021 shooting at a West Hempstead Stop & Shop that killed one person, and injured two others. “Incredible local coverage of a local trauma,” judges from the Nebraska Press Association shared. “The spectrum of pieces — hard Courtesy of New York Press Association news, editorial, column, etc. — to HERAld COmmuniTy nEwSPAPERS was well-represented at the New York Press Association’s spring conference in Saratoga Springs last widen the context and learning weekend, where the group won a total of 28 state awards. From left, reporters Will Sheeline and Tom Carrozza; senior reporter Mallory Wilson; from this event and its impact on publisher emeritus Cliff Richner; senior editor Laura Lane; senior reporter Karina Kovac; sales/marketing associate Jessica Kleiman; digital the community was exemplary.” The team also earned top honors sales manager Lori Berger; sales vice president Rhonda Glickman; executive editor Michael Hinman; senior reporter Jordan Vallone; Riverdale for spot news for their coverage of Press editor Gary Larkin; and deputy editor Jeffrey Bessen. the shooting, that ultimately led to Community Newspapers. “I am so proud murder charges for Gabriel DeWitt to be a part of this team.” Wilson, who reportedly worked as a cart Other runner-up wins included: collector at the supermarket. Senior editor Laura Lane finished as a ■ Coverage of religion for Andrew Garrunner-up in the in-depth news category cia and Jordan Vallone for the Merrick as well for her coverage of speed enforceHerald with stories described by judges as ment on the roads around schools for the “very strongly worded and political” filled East Meadow Herald. with “lots of good quotes.” “Really solid reporting on a local issue that may not have seemed particularly ■ Best obituaries for Jeffrey Bessen, prinewsworthy, but after research, was demmarily on his remembrance of Jim Steinonstrated to be a looming safety issue that man. “The lede made me want to keep — unchecked — could have had tragic reading,” according to one judge. “The consequences,” the judges said. “And Ms. more I read, the more I wanted to read.” Lane’s reporting had an actual impact, ■ Best editorials for Brinton in the Merwith changes to speed zone and enforcerick Herald, praised for putting “faces” on ment.” editorials. “Each editorial led off with a That coverage also earned Lane a runnarrative lead paragraph about someone ner-up spot for community leadership affected, which helped readers relate to behind a team of reporters from The Postthe issue.” Standard in Syracuse. Brinton also won first place for his column writing that would appear on the Herald opinion pages. “I am immensely proud of our team for once again being recognized for the tremendous work they do serving our communities week in and week out,” said Stuart Richner, publisher of Herald Community Newspapers. “Never has local journalism been more important than during the past two years. Throughout the entire pandemic, our team of essential workers has been in the communities telling the stories of our neighbors., businesses and institutions. “Our company is proudly familyowned, which allows us to impartially report the facts. From critical health information and school updates, to celebrations of life’s milestones and more, we’ve got you covered.” Former photo editor Christina Daly was a runner-up for the state’s Photographer of the Year behind Erica Miller from The Daily Gazette in Schenectady. Judges commended her on a “nice collection of

■ Daly was recognized for her feature photo in the East Meadow Herald, where readers are drawn in, forcing them to “look at it longer and longer.” Christina Daly/Herald file

FORmER HERAld STAFF photographer Christina Daly was honored as a runner-up for Photographer of the Year by the New York Press Association for photos like this one, which originally appeared on the cover of Living in Franklin Square/Elmont. excellent work” where Daly “caught more than the action” with her photographs. Former reporters Kate Nalepinski, Brian Stieglitz and Stephanie Banat were recognized for their education coverage inside the pages of the Wantagh Herald. Judges praised them for the “balance of hard news and features related to the schools, keeping people informed on mask and vaccine protocols, while also showcasing new programs and providing that human interest piece that is so vital.” Photographer Brian Ballweg was awarded runner-up status for his sports action photos that appeared in the Lyn-

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The Heralds also received honorable mentions for a news story from Andrew Garcia, and for best special section-advertising for Negrin’s graduation issue that appeared in the Rockville Centre Herald. The Riverdale Press in the Bronx earned 11 awards, including top honors for general excellence, overall design, editorial page and newsprint special sections. That paper was led up until earlier this year by Michael Hinman, who is now executive editor of Herald Community Newspapers. Overall, the publications from Herald Community Newspapers won 28 state awards, allowing it to finish in the top three newspaper groups and chains in New York. In all, more than 130 newspapers participated in this year’s competition, submitting 2,481 entries in 67 categories.

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events and activities

Monday, May 9

Saturday, May 21 Sunday, May 22

Board of Education Budget Hearing

Valley Stream Historical Society: Mike Stanko Art Exhibit & Gallery

The Valley Stream Union Free School District 30 is having their Board of Education work session and district budget hearing starting at 7:00 p.m. The work session will immediately follow the budget hearing. The meeting will take place at Shaw Avenue School located at 99 Shaw Ave, Valley Stream, NY 11580.

The Valley Stream Historical Society is hosting an art exhibit and gallery of acclaimed local artist Mike Stanko at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration and Country Store from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The public viewing is free and all are welcomed. For further information, please call 516.872.4159 or send an email to vshistorical@gmail.com. The art exhibit is located at 143 Hendrickson Avenue, Valley Stream.

Tuesday, May 10 Last Day for Voter Registration There will be an in-person evening voter registration for school district 13 residents on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the James A. Dever School, Howell Road School, Wheeler Avenue School and Willow Road School. Last opportunity to register before the election. Residents are encouraged to register and vote on the school budgets, election of members to the Board of Education, and other propositions which come before the voters.

Wednesday, May 25 Valley Stream Historical Society: Share Your Story - V.S. in Pictures Herald File Photo

Fashion Show: current events walk the runway The Central High and Memorial PTSA will host its Central Fashion Show Fundraiser featuring the work of local designer, Yuliya Lobach, who will present her two year collection which speaks to the current political climate in Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus. Central students will model and food will be served by Central’s culinary department. For more information, call 516-270-5525.

Thursday, May 12 Last Day for Voter Registration Residents of district 30 may register from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with the school secretary in the main office of each building on that day or, if more convenient, you may register after school hours from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with an election inspector who will be in the lobby. Open registration will also be available from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the office of the district clerk at the Administration Offices located at 175 North Central Ave., Valley Stream, NY.

Tuesday, May 17 District 13 Annual School Budget Vote and Trustee Election The Valley Stream Union Free School

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District 13 is having their annual budget vote and trustee election. Voting for the 2022-2023 budget and Board of Education elections will take place at your local neighborhood elementary school (this is usually the school your child or your neighbor’s child attends). If you have any questions, contact the district clerk at 516-568-6117 or email districtclerk@ valleystream13.com.

District 24 Annual School Budget Vote and Trustee Election The Valley Stream Union Free School District 13 is having their annual budget vote and trustee election. Voting for the 2022-2023 budget and Board of Education elections will take place from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at your local neighborhood elementary school (this is usually the school your

child or your neighbor’s child attends). If you have any questions, contact the district clerk at jbiscardi@vs24.org.

District 30 Annual School Budget Vote and Trustee Election The Valley Stream Union Free School District 30 is having their annual budget vote and trustee election. Voting will take place from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the elementary school within your school election district: Shaw Avenue, Clear Stream Avenue and Forest Road. If you have any questions, contact the district clerk at jcarson@vs30.org. Residents are encouraged to register and vote on the school budgets, election of members to the Board of Education, and other propositions which come before the voters.

The Valley Stream Historical Society is hosting a night of reminiscing at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall auditorium. Pick your favorite or most memorable Valley Stream photo and share the story behind it. Send your photo to vshistorical@gmail.com by May 18th if you would like to share your story at our meeting. Don’t want to share your story? All spectators are welcomed.

Friday, May 20 Valley Stream Historical Society: Mike Stanko Art Exhibit & Gallery The Valley Stream Historical Society is hosting an art exhibit and gallery of acclaimed local artist Mike Stanko from 7:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. An opening night reception will be held at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration and Country Store. Reservation is required. For further information on how to book your ticket, please visit the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream website at https://www.vsvny. org/ and click the Valley Stream Historical Society page under Village Departments. Reception tickets are $12 per guest. Refreshments will be provided and raffles will be held. The exhibit is located at 143 Hendrickson Avenue, Valley Stream, NY.

HAVinG An EVEnT? Items on the Community Update pages 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 jlasso@liherald.com

The Henry Waldinger library is offering free online NY driving permit test prep for students. Thank a teacher this month for National Teacher Appreciation week from May 2 to May 6. More calls are made on Mother’s Day than any other day in the year. Reminder to call your Mom! To contact the Consumer Affairs Price Gouging Hotline call 516-571-2449. Central HS Memorial Day Remembrance Story is May 28 at 10 a.m.

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Dever stuDents holD copies of Deborah Hopkinson’s The Deadliest Diseases: Then and Now from her book series collection which were handed to them in preparation of the author’s visit

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Before heading into their spring break, students at James A Dever were paid a virtual visit from award-winning author Deborah Hopkinson. The Dever PTA provided students with books written by Hopkinson whose focus is on historical fiction, nonfiction, and picture books for young readers. The event was facilitated through the help of Dever’s librarian, Tom Mullen. During the virtual visit, Ms. Hopkinson discussed her writing and encouraged students to develop their writing skills by offering them writing prompts. The students were asked to write about something they cared deeply about and to think about how they would describe their personal stories. The students and the author then spoke about Earth Day and her new book, Only One, which she co-authored with Chuck Groenink. The environmentally-focused picture book highlights the beauty of the universe with its galaxies, stars, and planets—especially Earth with the precious life it contains. The book was a great way to explain to young readers about the Big Bang, the Milky Way, the planets in the solar system, and Earth’s atmosphere. They learned about the importance of the oceans, trees, and bugs. Students also considered how they could help preserve and protect our one precious blue planet.

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Herald ScHoolS Dever students talk Earth Day with virtual author

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Islanders cap first season at UBS Arena Following incredible back-to-back appearances in the Eastern Conference Finals, the New York Islanders and their fans will have to wait until next season to experience the Stanley Cup Playoffs at UBS Arena. The Islanders concluded their inaugural campaign at UBS last Friday evening with a 6-4 loss to the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning. The Isles finished 37-34-10, including a 20-16-5 mark at home following a difficult 0-5-2 start in the state-of-the-art venue. After an unprecedented 13-game road trip to open the season, the Islanders played their first game at UBS Arena on Nov. 20 against the Calgary Flames and fell short, 5-2. Next season marks the Islanders’ 50th anniversary as an NHL franchise. Limited season ticket memberships are available. For information, call (888) 694-7537, or email memberships@newyorkislanders. com. —Tony Bellissimo

Photos by Tony Bellissimo/Herald

The Islanders wenT 20-16-5 in their inaugural season at UBS Arena in Elmont.

MekhI walTers, of Elmont, above, worked the UBS Arena main entrance and handed out Islanders bucket hats to fans on April 28. CharlIe MCanulla of Bellmore, above, showed off his Islanders art as he entered UBS Arena April 28. The walls ThroughouT the second-level rotunda at UBS Arena honor famous Long Islanders like ‘Dr. J.’ Julius Erving. aT lefT,, MaTT Martin of the Islanders, right, tangled with Washington’s Anthony Mantha April 28.

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Herald sports V.S. South occupies top spot By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

Long Beach Sophomore Flag Football/Soccer cOMINg OFF a second straight Honorable Mention All-County soccer season that saw her lead Long Beach’s midfield and give the competition fits, Roberts is tearing up Nassau County’s newest sport. She’s a standout linebacker and running back for the Marines’ flag football team and never comes off the field, coach Lori DeVivio said. Roberts totaled 18 tackles in the first two games and also rushed for over 100 yards.

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Baseball: V.S. North at Lynbrook ...........................4:30 p.m. Baseball: East Meadow at Baldwin .......................4:45 p.m. Baseball: Carey at Sewanhaka .............................4:45 p.m. Softball: Long Beach at Seaford ...........................4:45 p.m. Girls Lacrosse: Plainedge at Wantagh ...................4:45 p.m. Softball: Hewlett at Elmont......................................... 5 p.m. Baseball: Oyster Bay at East Rockaway ................5:15 p.m.

Friday, May 6

Boys Lacrosse: Mepham at Baldwin .....................4:30 p.m. Baseball: Wantagh at Clarke .................................4:45 p.m. Softball: Sewanhaka at Lynbrook..........................4:45 p.m. Boys Lacrosse: Carey at Calhoun ..........................4:45 p.m. Girls Lacrosse: Massapequa at Long Beach .........4:45 p.m. Boys Lacrosse: Oceanside at East Meadow ............... 5 p.m. Boys Lacrosse: West Hempstead at Lawrence ........... 5 p.m. Softball: V.S. South at V.S. Central .............................. 5 p.m. Boys Lacrosse: Roslyn at Long Beach ........................ 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 7 Girls Lacrosse: Clarke at Kennedy ................................... 1 p.m. Girls Lacrosse: Oceanside at Lynbrook ........................... 3 p.m.

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JuNIOr STaNdOuT caTchEr Trinity Smiley drove in four runs and scored four in South’s 19-6 win over Friends Academy on April 27. bombs on occasion and is always looking to erase opposing baserunners. “Trinity has a cannon arm and nobody can run on her,” Adrahtas said. “Once she throws someone out in a game, it takes away the threat. It’s wild how good she is behind the plate. She can make really strong throws from her knees.” Rizzo has handled the majority of the pitching as of late and has five wins. Senior Alyssa Fazal has four victories. Rizzo also plays first base and is among the team’s leading hitters. She did it all April 13 to lead an 11-3 victory over

Valley Stream Central, going 3-for-4 with three RBIs with the stick and striking out seven in the circle. “Sarah’s a smart hitter and hard-throwing pitcher,” Adrahtas said. “Some opponents just can’t catch up to the speed.” Seventh-grader Julie Candelario hits second in the lineup and starts at third base. “She plays travel ball and has g reat swing mechanics,” Adrahtas said of Candelario, who could be the next shortstop in the program following Quinones’ graduation. “She’s been smoking the ball all over the place.”

Senior Elizabeth Traill plays first base when Rizzo pitches, and patrols center field when Fazal throws. Junior Christina Barkolas plays center when Traill doesn’t, and slides to right field otherwise. Senior Kaitlyn VanEtten starts at second base, and junior Alexee Peets and sophomore Kaleilah Martin contribute in the outfield. South visits Central this Friday for a 5 p.m. start at Firemen’s Field. The Falcons then close with home games against Malverne and Westbury on May 9 and 10, respectively.

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Valley Stream South celebrated its eighth victory in nine games to remain in the driver’s seat in Nassau Conference VII softball, defeating Friends Academy, 19-6, behind perfect days at the plate from senior shortstop Ysabela Quinones and the junior battery of pitcher Sarah Rizzo and catcher Trinity Smiley on April 27. Quinones and Rizzo both went 4-for-4 and scored four times, with Rizzo driving in five runs, and Smiley went 3-for-3 with four runs and four RBIs to lead the Falcons, who upped their winning streak to six straight and their record to 9-2. “We’ve been putting up a lot of runs,” VSS coach Demetri Adrahtas said. “It’s nice we control our own destiny to win the conference since we were able to beat the two teams closest to us, Lawrence and Valley Stream Central, the first time around.” Quinones has been impossible to keep off the bases, Adrahtas said, and has a resume that includes an AllCounty selection last spring and two All-Conference seasons. She’s a five-year starter who leads off and has reached base in all but four of 60 plate appearances. “Ysabela is such an exciting player to watch and the best player in our conference,” Adrahtas said. “She flies all over the bases and makes diving stops in the field.” Smiley is another fifth-year varsity player and one of the more talented catchers in the county, Adrahtas said. She’s the team’s cleanup batter, hits

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THE OLd OrcHard House was the summer home of Theodore Roosevelt Jr., which he built at Sagamore Hill in 1938.

Sagamore Hill ready to finally reopen Museum was renovated during coronavirus pandemic-fueled closure By WILL SHEELINE wsheeline@liherald.com

Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, local residents, visitors, academics and Roosevelt enthusiasts have been deprived of full access to Sagamore Hill National Historical Site. Next month, the museum and park will fully reopen the second floor of the Theodore Roosevelt House and the Old Orchard House. Deemed a national historic site in 1962, Sagamore Hill has been closed only a handful of times. From 2011 to 2015 it was closed for a complete restoration of the house, and there have been a handful of government shutdowns over the last several decades — most recently in 2018 and 2019, when disagreements between President Donald Trump and Congress over immigration policy and construction of the border forced national parks around the country to close their doors. As the pandemic has eased, Sagamore Hill has gradually reopened, while abiding by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and government health guidelines. According to Jonathan Parker, the Oyster Bay park’s superintendent, ensuring the safety of guests and employees has always been a priority. “As a federal facility, we follow a couple of different parameters that guide our operations, such as the Safer Federal Wo rk f o r c e Ta s k Fo r c e, ” P a rke r explained. “Although our passion is to bring people into the park, our priority is public health and safety.” After the initial shutdown in March 2020, Sagamore Hill’s park and beach were reopened to the public that June. Then, last July, the Theodore Roosevelt House reopened for short guided tours on the first floor. Next Thursday, the house will reopen

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SagamOrE HILL OccupIES 83 acres, and during Roosevelt’s lifetime it was known as the Summer White House. its second floor. Visitors will be able to view the bedrooms, studies, bath chambers and servants’ quarters where the president and his family lived. Then, on May 28, the Old Orchard House, where the Theodore Roosevelt Museum is housed, will begin welcoming visitors again. The building was the summer home of Theodore Roosevelt Jr., Teddy’s oldest son. The museum chronicles Roosevelt’s life and career, and his rise to the presidency. Bill Bleyer, the author of “Sagamore Hill: Theodore Roosevelt’s Summer White House,” said he was excited about the reopening. There are numerous

scholarly artifacts and documents in the museum that he and other writers will soon have access to again, he said. “They don’t just have the Sagamore Hill archives here, they have all of his letters from his childhood home as well — critical documents,” Bleyer said. “So, for researchers like myself, this has been a long two-year wait.” Although the park has not been fully accessible to visitors, Parker said it has not been idle. The delay in reopening is partially attributable to renovations and repairs in the historic buildings. “There’s a lot that goes on here behind the scenes that people don’t know about,”

Parker said. “We’ve done archaeological digs, renovations, worked on our guide experience. We can’t wait to welcome local, national and international tourists back to Sagamore Hill.” The old visitor center, which was destroyed by a fire on Christmas Eve in 2018, has been demolished. The park will welcome visitors to a new visitor center in the Old Orchard House when it opens Memorial Day Weekend. Plans are also in the works for a major renovation of Sagamore Hill’s porch and foundations, but that not affect tours inside the house. Jay Perrell, treasurer of the Friends of Sagamore Hill, stressed how important the full reopening is for the local community and Roosevelt fans everywhere. “We look forward to the total site being open in the near future,” Perrell said. “It’ll be great for the community, since it’ll bring visitors from around the country, and really from around the world.” According to data from the National Park Service, Sagamore Hill had roughly 105,000 visitors in 2020. By the service’s calculation, they contributed roughly $6.3 million to the local economy. And that data was collected the first year of the pandemic, indicating the impact Sagamore Hill has even when hobbled by an international health crisis. Harriet Clark, executive director of Oyster Bay’s Raynham Hall Museum, who enjoys walking around the Sagamore Hill park, stressed the importance of the historical site’s reopening for the community. “I’m just delighted that we’ll be able to enjoy the museum again,” she said. “The rising tide lifts all ships: Frequently, people who come to Sagamore Hill come to us at Raynham Hall as well. History lovers are drawn to our historic village.”

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Herald ScHoolS South student takes first place in poster contest Valley Stream South High School seventh-grader Sudan Belnavis won first place in the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (NYSDEC) Create a Watershed Super Hero poster contest for a drawing of her hero, ‘H20.’ “Posters must clearly convey the theme “Creating a Watershed Super Hero can be an inspiration for positive environmental action,” according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website. The contest is intended to highlight the importance of maintaining water quality across the globe, according to a press release. The website further added that the contest is meant “to encourage students to learn about their role in the watershed they live in and how to conserve and protect our water resources, now and for future generations,” Sudan’s poster went up against 400 submissions from students in 20 schools across the state. She was selected first among 14 finalists by a panel comprising the NYSDEC Division of Water Staff and members of the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA). Sudan’s and the other finalists’ posters will be featured in the 2023 NYWEA calendar. –Juan Lasso

South high School seventh-grader Sudan Belnavis won first place in the NYSDEC Create a Watershed Super Hero poster contest for her drawing of her hero, H20 (pictured).

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Public Notices

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 Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 5/11/22 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 350/22. - 351/22. NR VALLEY STREAM - Alice Mcconville, Maintain pool & pool equipment with less than required side yard setback; Maintain shed with more than required rear & side yard setbacks., S/E cor. Ambrose Ave. & Peterhoff St., a/k/a 1180 Ambrose Ave. N.C.P.C. Local Determination This notice is only for new cases in Valley Stream 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 at https://hempsteadny.gov/ 885/Hearing---05112022 The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 524/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. 131173 Search for notices online at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff, v. JACLYN CANNIZZARO A/K/A JACLYN M. CANNIZZARO, LORETTA CANNIZZARO, DENNIS CANNIZZARO, ET AL, Defendant. NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on November 14, 2019, I, Brian J. Davis, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on June 7, 2022 at The North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court

Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, County of Nassau, State of New York, at 02:30 PM the premises described as follows: 63 Garden Street Valley Stream, NY 11581 SBL No.: 39-408-4 ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 611311/2018 in the amount of $390,428.35 plus interest and costs. 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. Richard S. Mullen Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Plaintiff’s Attorney 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 131183

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LEGAL NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION VALLEY STREAM SCHOOL DISTRICT #24 REQUEST FOR BIDS FOR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH PROGRAM ADVERTISEMENT The Board of Education of the Valley Stream School District #24, Town of Hempstead, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, invites sealed bids for: Breakfast and Lunch Program for the 2022-2023 school year, in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law. Bids will be received by the Assistant Superintendent for Business, located at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York on or before: WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2022 10:00 AM AT WHICH TIME THEY WILL BE PUBLICLY OPENED. The information for bidders, general requirements of the contract, form of bid, list of equipment, and specifications may be obtained at the Business Office, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York 11581 (516) 434-2833. The Board of Education of the Valley Stream School District #24, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York or its duly appointed representatives, reserve the right to waive any informalities or to reject any and all bids, which in

its judgment, if in the best interest of the School District. No bid shall be withdrawn pending the decision of the Board. By: Dr. Jack Mitchell Assistant Superintendent for Business 75 Horton Avenue Valley Stream, NY 11581 131094

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Section 103 of the New York State General Municipal Law, that the Elmont Public Library Board of Trustees, Elmont, New York 11003 will accept sealed bids at the Elmont Public Library, Business Office, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, New York 11003, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 10:00 o’clock a.m., at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud. Bid: BID-EPL 2022-5 Building Power Washing and Cleaning The bid documents are available and may be examined at the Elmont Public Library, Business Office, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, New York between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. All bids must be submitted on the Bid Forms supplied by the Elmont Public Library and subject to all detailed specifications, terms and conditions stated herein. The Elmont Public Library Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids in part or whole and waive any informality, and to accept the bid which is deemed most favorable to the interests of the Elmont Public Library, Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau. Dated: 04/19/2022 By Order of the Elmont Public Library Board of Trustees 131129 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING, ANNUAL DISTRICT ELECTION, AND BUDGET VOTE OF VALLEY STREAM UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT THIRTEEN, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK TO BE HELD ON MAY 17, 2022 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Education of Valley Stream Union Free School District Thirteen shall hold a public hearing for the purpose of discussion of the proposed budget of expenditure of funds for the school year 2022-2023; that such public hearing will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the vote by the qualified voters of Valley Stream Union Free School District Thirteen upon the following propositions and elections

will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the polling places set forth herein, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Daylight Savings Time on said day. PROPOSITION NO. 1 DISTRICT THIRTEEN BUDGET The vote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of Valley Stream Union Free School District Thirteen for the school year 2022-2023 and authorizing the levy of taxes to meet the estimated expenditures of money during said school year will be held on May 17, 2022 as set forth herein. Copies of the proposed budget, together with the text of any resolution which will be submitted to the voters as well as copies of the estimated expenditures of Valley Stream Central High School District for the school year 2022-2023 may be obtained by any taxpayer of the School District at the Principal’s Office of each school building on each school day, during the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., during each of the 14 days preceding the voting day, except on Saturday, Sunday or holidays, and at such annual election. Notice is further given that pursuant to Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law, the District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted by the statutory authority, and show the cumulative impact of each type of exemption, the cumulative amount expected to be received as payments in lieu of taxes and the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. PROPOSITION NO. 2 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT BUDGET SHALL the proposed budget of expenditures of Valley Stream Central High School District, Nassau County, New York for the year 2022-2023 be approved and that the sum be raised through a levy upon the taxable property in the Valley Stream Central High School District, after first deducting the monies from state aid and other sources, as provided by law. PROPOSITION NO. 3 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT VOTER PROPOSITION 2022 SHALL the Board of Education hereby authorize the placement of the following voter proposition at the Annual Budget Vote and Election

on May 17, 2022 and directs the District Clerk to place said proposition in the Annual Notice of said Vote and Election: SHALL the Board of Education be authorized to appropriate and expend the maximum amount of four million dollars ($4,000,000) from fund balance for the purpose of completing capital improvements as follows: installation of air conditioning, all of the above to include all labor, materials, equipment, apparatus, and incidental costs associated therewith. PROPOSITION NO. 4 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT CAPITAL VOTER PROPOSITION SHALL the Board of Education hereby authorize the placement of the following voter proposition at the Annual Budget Vote and Election on May 17, 2022 and directs the District Clerk to place said proposition in the Annual Notice of said Vote and Election: SHALL, the Board of Education be authorized to appropriate and expend the maximum amount of five million, nine hundred thousand dollars ($5,900,000) from the Capital Reserve Fund for the purpose of completing capital improvements as follows: installation of turf fields at North and South High Schools. ELECTION OF TRUSTEES PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that for the purpose of electing two members of the Board of Education of the Valley Stream Union Free School District Thirteen, an election will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at the same times and at the same polling places as set forth herein. The following are the vacancies to be filled on the Board of Education: a) The office of Antoinette (Toni) Pomerantz, a member of the Board of Education, for a three-year term commencing July 1, 2022 and expiring June 30, 2025. b) The office of Milagros Vicente, a member of the Board of Education, for a threeyear term commencing July 1, 2022 and expiring June 30, 2025. NOMINATION PETITIONS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that each vacancy is a separate, specific office and a separate petition is required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. Each petition must be directed to the Clerk of the District, must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District, must state the residence of each signer, must state the name and residence of the candidate, and must describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated,

including at least the length of the term of the office and the name of the last incumbent. Petitions nominating candidates for the office of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. except that on the thirtieth (30th) day preceding the date set for election of trustees, namely Monday, April 18, 2022, nominating petitions may be filed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The deadline for submitting petitions is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 18, 2022. No person shall be nominated for more than one separate office on the Board of Education. A nomination may be rejected by the Board of Education if the candidate is ineligible for office or declares his/her unwillingness to serve. As the result of the withdrawal of a candidate for the office of Antoinette Pomerantz, the time for filing nominating petitions for such office shall be extended to five o’clock p.m. on May 4, 2022. In the event of the physical absence of the District Clerk from the District, nominating petitions are to be received and acted upon by the Acting District Clerk in the same manner as required of the District Clerk. Voting machines will be used for the tabulation of all votes upon propositions and the election of Trustees. The meeting and the election will be conducted according to the Education Law and the rules previously adopted by the Board of Education. REGISTRATION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT qualified voters may register at the James A. Dever School, Howell Road School, Wheeler Avenue School and Willow Road School any day up until Tuesday, May 10, 2022 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. except Saturday, Sunday, and school vacations and at such times that the school facilities are open. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Board of Registration of this School District shall meet on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the James A. Dever School, Howell Road School, Wheeler Avenue School and Willow Road School for the purpose of preparing a register of the qualified voters of this District for said annual District election, at which time any person shall be entitled to have his/her name placed upon such register provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration,

he/she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration, to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the annual District election for which such register is prepared. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the register shall include (1) all qualified voters of the District who shall personally present themselves for registration; and (2) all previously qualified voters of the District who shall have been previously registered for any annual or special District meeting or election and who shall have voted at any annual or special District meeting or election held or conducted at any time within the four calendar years (2018-2021) prior to preparation of the said register; and (3) voters permanently registered with the Board of Elections of the County of Nassau. The register shall be filed in the office of the District Clerk at James A. Dever School, 585 N. Corona Avenue, Valley Stream, New York where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to the day set for the election, except Sunday, and between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Saturday, May 14, 2022; and at each polling place on election day. ABSENTEE BALLOTS PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that applications for absentee ballots for the school district election may be applied for at the Office of the Clerk or downloaded from our website at www.valleystream13.com under Board of Education. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection in the Office of the Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election except Sunday. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Valley Stream Union Free School District 13 by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to districtclerk@valleystrea m13.com. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2022. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the

Valley Stream Union Free School District 13, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to districtclerk@valleystrea m13.com. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 21, 2022. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 585 N. Corona Avenue, Valley Stream, New York 11580. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 17, 2022 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on May 17, 2022 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election. ELECTION DISTRICTS The boundaries of the four election districts are as previously adopted by the Board of Education by a resolution adopted on January 28, 1959, and which resolution is filed in the minutes of the District Clerk’s Office. The places of voting and the general boundaries of the election districts are: Election District One The place of voting will be the Wheeler Avenue School, Wheeler Avenue and Rockaway Parkway, Valley Stream. Said District is the area in the vicinity of the Wheeler Avenue School and the southwesterly portion of the District. Election District Two The place of voting will be the James A. Dever School, 585 N. Corona Avenue, Valley Stream. Said District is the area in the vicinity of the James A. Dever School and the southeasterly portion of the District. Election District Three The place of voting will be the Howell Road School, Howell Road and Dana Avenue, Valley

Budget has $2 million increase in state aid gramming curriculum

cation students.” The district will receive an additional $2 million in state aid next school year, for a total of $16.1 million, which officials say will help offset higher expenses. No budgetary cuts will be made to school programs and services. Instead, the spending plan includes:

■ Teacher and student learning device upgrades

■ New speech and special-education teachers

As well, $100,000 is earmarked for a capital outlay project involving floor tile abatement and replacement at the Howell Road School. Capital outlay projects are smaller maintenance and facility-

■ New supplies and materials for innovation labs ■ A K-through-6 computer pro-

■ Parent Square software, with which parents can communicate with staff and building administration ■ Upgrades to the social studies and math curriculums

improvement projects that do not exceed $100,000 and are eligible for state aid. There are also plans to use $300,000 in capital funds to upgrade the children’s play and learning spaces at all four schools. Thanks to the federal American Rescue Plan funds received by the district and other grant funds, officials say, the district will have access to additional school psychologist and behavioral consultant services, as well as a mental health consultant, for the 2022-23 school year at no cost to taxpayers. The school budget vote is May 17.

Public Notices

Budget vote: May 17 If you have voted in any school or general election between 2018 and 2021, you are registered to vote for the budget on Tuesday, May 17. Residents can confirm their registration status by calling the district clerk, at (516) 568-6117. Voter registration is available through the Nassau County Board of Elections, at (516) 571-VOTE, or at the district clerk’s office, at 1475 Howell Road in Valley Stream, on school days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., or at each school. Residents must be registered by Thursday, May 10, to vote.

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Stream. Said District is the area in the vicinity of the Howell Road School and the northwesterly portion of the District. Election District Four The place of voting will be the Willow Road School, Willow Road and Catalpa Drive, Franklin Square. Said District is the area in the vicinity of the Willow Road School and the northeasterly portion of the District. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that this Board shall convene a special meeting thereof within twenty-four hours after the filing with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the result of the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot; that the Board hereby designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law 2019-a, subdivision 2b at said special meeting of the Board. Dated: April 22, 2022 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION, VALLEY STREAM UNION Valley Stream, New York FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT THIRTEEN, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK MaryAnn Rosamilia District Clerk 131000 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. Search by publication name at: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, V. ALEX CHERVINSKY, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated March 6, 2020, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, wherein FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (“FANNIE MAE”), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA is the Plaintiff and ALEX CHERVINSKY, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on May 26, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 859 OLIVER AVENUE, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11581: Section 39, Block 564, Lot 9: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE LYING AND BEING NEAR VALLEY STREAM, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, NASSAU COUNTY, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 002325/2017. Mark L. Lieberman, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 130745

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, National Association as Trustee for Securitized Asset Back Receivables LLC 2005-FR5 Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-FR5, Plaintiff AGAINST Anthony J. Graziano, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 1, 2016, 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 June 6, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 41 Higbie Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Valley Stream, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 37., BLOCK: 574, LOT: 5. Approximate amount of judgment $531,155.02 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #005364/ 2013. 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. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.xome.com or call (844) 400-9633. Janine T. Lynam, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff AGAINST Patricia D. Savage a/k/a Patricia Savage; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 6, 2017 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on June 7, 2022 at 2:30PM, premises known as 50 East Saint Marks Place, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 37 Block 98 Lot 14. Approximate amount of judgment $489,038.00 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 011595/2014. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District. Pallvi Babbar, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: March 31, 2022 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 131055

Courtesy L.I. Music Hall of Fame

ApplicAtions Are now being accepted for Long Island Music Hall of Fame student scholarships and its Educator of Note Award.

Apply for student scholarship, Educator of Note The Long Island Music Hall of Fame is now accepting applications for its 2022 Student Scholarship and Educator of Note programs. Four $500 scholarships will be given to graduating high school students from Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Kings (Brooklyn) counties, who have shown an interest in pursuing a career in music. The deadline for applications is May 13. The Educator of Note recognizes music teachers and professors in public or private schools and colleges and studios that have demonstrate a commitment to music education. The winner is

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y any measure, this winter was one of the coldest and wettest ones I can recall. Quite a few bone-chilling days made you want to crawl into bed and stay there. Many of my friends chose to travel to Florida for vacations and some have talked about moving there for good, complaining about our weather, high taxes, crime and the cost of living. The national media hasn’t helped, either, with periodic stories about the number of New Yorkers who are JERRY fleeing the state. With the help KREMER of the United Van Lines, the U.S. Movers Association and a variety of other sources, I was able to get a better picture of who is moving and why they’re moving. The states that lost the largest numbers of residents in 2021, in order of loss, were New Jersey, Illinois, New York, Connecticut, California, Michigan, Minnesota,

Louisiana, Ohio and Nebraska. The states gaining in population, in order of growth, were Vermont, South Dakota, South Carolina, West Virginia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Oregon, Idaho and Rhode Island. New Jersey had the dubious distinction of losing the most residents. Roughly 69 percent of moves in the state were outbound. The vast majority of those people who left were retirees, followed by those wishing to live closer to other family members. Thanks to remote work, New Jersey also lost residents to jobs in warmer climates with lower housing costs. New York State came in at No. 3, for a variety of reasons. Why are New Yorkers leaving at a record pace? As of late, the state is burdened with high taxes and a lack of affordable housing. Income and property taxes are a major irritant. Brutal winters add to the discomfort. Major tech companies are enticing our younger population to leave the state for locations that are less crowded. Just like

New Jersey, New Yorkers have family members all over the country, and as we age, there’s a desire to live closer to them. A separate category of now exNew Yorkers are upstate residents who continue to leave in alarming numbers. An interesting statistical footnote is that Vermont was the No. 1 state for population growth in 2021. Roughly 68 percent of all moves in the state were inbound. Most of Vermont’s new residents came from nearby states, apparently looking for a quieter life that’s not far from the urban centers of the Northeast. Vermont has a number of highly rated colleges and the lowest crime rate in the country. While I wouldn’t rush to move there, I have met a number of people over the years who like living in the woods, but brag about being able to get to a Broadway show in three hours. I understand why Vermont did so well, but why does South Dakota rank second in growth? I reached out to a former state senator who explained to me that South Dakota has a 3.5 percent

hy are New Yorkers leaving at a record pace? Let me count the ways.

unemployment rate and a number of national companies constantly looking for skilled workers. It’s also considered the second-best state for female entrepreneurs. I also learned that many of its new residents are from California, anxious to get away from the dense population and quality-of-life issues. Pondering all these statistics is a head-spinning experience, but there are a number of clear trends. Six of the states at the top of the losing-population list have colder climates and large urban areas that are no longer desirable. Many of those residents have family members in warmer and lower-tax states, which is a major inducement to leave. Despite all of the pros and cons of living in New York, I can easily argue why the good features far outweigh the bad ones. I was born here, and am determined to be a part of the New York experience for as long as possible. Jerry Kremer was a state 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.

The pandemic may be evolving, but it’s not over

may be dead right. Nearly two years ago, I wrote a column suggesting that, in the fight against Covid-19, our elders would be sacrificed. Last week, The Washington Post reported that we are seeing a rise in deaths among the vaccinated elderly. According to the Post, “Nearly two-thirds of the people who died during the recent Omicron surge were 75 and older.” During the Delta wave, only one-third of deaths were among the elders. To date, more than 700,000 peoRAnDi ple over 65 have KREiss died of Covid in the U.S. The irony is that most older people are vaccinated; it’s their age and other medical problems that contribute to mortality. I take no pleasure in being right. But the new rising deaths among our elders remind us that the pandemic is still a threat. Every pandemic protocol has evolved over time. Americans, who are not great at nuance, are being forced to take a nuanced approach to fighting coronavirus. Two years ago, schools were closed, and children were socially isolated. We

did what we could do with what we knew then. If then President Donald Trump had followed the advice of his medical team early on, some 30,000 lives might have been saved, according to Deborah Birx, former White House coordinator for coronavirus response. The availability of good testing kits was problematic into the Biden administration. Even today, access to anti-viral drugs is challenging in many communities. Covid produced no heroes. There has been enough suffering to go around. Two and a half years into this plague, our teens are experiencing unprecedented mental health issues, our young parents are trying to keep their infants and toddlers safe until a vaccine is fully available, and working people are figuring out how and where to move forward with their careers. I don’t think older folks have it worst, and I speak with some authority. Many of us have full and rich lives, but we all hoped that after a lifetime of working, we might have more years in the bank. Everyone has experienced loss. I see, with my own grandkids, a kind of resignation to endless disappointments. No dates, no proms, no football games and,

for way too long, no school. I see, with my nieces and nephew, the mix of joy and terror that attends raising infants in a pandemic. I have seen people’s dreams evaporate as longtime businesses succumbed to the pandemic, as it surged from weeks to months to years. Two years ago, I wrote that children need to get educated, and they need to get out of the house to play and meet friends. If not, we will have a generation of pandemic kids growing up with unique psychological problems. That, too, has come to pass. So the opening of schools and camps and sports events and travel is all good, but not good for all. Then, as now, the needs of the children are in conflict with the need to protect our older people. The children must come first, but it isn’t an either/or situation. The problem can be addressed reasonably well. Nuance, again. As the epidemiologists have told us, widespread testing, universal protections like masks and respect for medical guidelines can allow our kids and grandkids the social freedom they need and still help keep older people safe. This isn’t perfect, but it isn’t rocket

am not prepared to trust my health to the kindness of strangers. Masks work.

science, either. Today in America, older people and immuno-compromised people, our mothers and fathers, our grandparents and our neighbors, would be safer if we all wore masks in common inside places. Why is it such a big ask to do a simple thing to protect someone else? I get the relief of not having to wear a face covering, but I do not get the refusal to help keep others’ safe from serious illness and death. I wrote two years ago about senicide, the practice, acceptable in some cultures, of killing older people or abandoning them to certain death. Has Covid become the 21st-century version of the ice floe? That doesn’t have to be the deal. There is another way to move without stepping over bodies. Masks work. Social distancing is effective. Vaccines and boosters protect against the virus. But I am not prepared to trust my health to the kindness of strangers. For my boomer brothers and sisters, we need to take care of ourselves, and that means making our own rules. We need our masks and, right now, we need to be extra careful about gathering indoors. Stop shaking hands! Carry hand sanitizer. We need to find our lives again and renew our connections, but we must proceed with caution. Copyright 2022 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

VALLEY STREAM HERALD — May 5, 2022

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orry, Al Gore. You didn’t invent the internet. That was Tim Berners-Lee. The London-born computer scientist developed a way to network different computers with different operating systems among scientists working at the European Organization for Nuclear Research in Geneva, and in the process, he created the building blocks that would become the World Wide Web in 1989. Networking computers wasn’t a new concept. The U.S. Defense Department had established the Advanced Research Projects Agency Network — or ARPANet — which was a data packet-switching system. But in 1989, what would become the internet was commercialized, with a huge boost from Berners-Lee, who created the first web browser in 1990. Berners-Lee had grand ideas of what instant access to and exchange of information could do for society. Any information would be at any person’s fingertips, no matter where they were. The physical borders and oceans that separated us would be effectively erased, creating a sort of utopia mankind could only dream of before. But that didn’t happen. Many had the instant access to information — but not always accurate information. And while

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letterS Free speech isn’t an absolute To the Editor: Re Ronald Rosenberg’s column last week, “When so-called free speech is censored”: Mr. Rosenberg’s claim of censorship fails on several points, mainly in its absolutist position. The claim that “The First Amendment is the immovable cornerstone of our nation” is poetic, but simplistically ignores the numerous limitations of law, custom and civility we navigate daily. “Free speech” is thus neither absolute nor “indivisible.” A l l e g i n g a n “ u n e q u ivo c a l defense of our freedom [to speak], regardless of where, when or how we choose” is to recreate Babel. In praising his tolerance of speech by “repugnant,” “antisemitic” “socialists” Mr. Rosenberg overlooks the relevant fact

borders were indeed wiped away — at least virtually — it wasn’t harmony and bliss that resulted. In fact, on the eve of his creation’s 30th anniversary, Berners-Lee told The Guardian that while he was still an optimist, he was an “optimist standing at the top of the hill with a nasty storm blowing in my face, hanging onto a fence.” That sentiment has been expressed in a variety of ways in the past few weeks, since Tesla electric car company founder Elon Musk launched what is now looking like a successful hostile takeover of Twitter. There are many who fear that Musk’s past aversion to filtering out content others might deem harmful to society could begin a further slide for social media down the mountain of civility. The internet — especially social media — has been nothing short of revolutionary, facilitating the sharing of a diversity of ideas. But it has also created polarization we’ve never seen before. And not just with big-ticket issues like Donald Trump or Israel or reproductive rights, but even with the smallest things, like what baseball team you like, or the joke about the former vice president inventing the internet. Elizabeth Niedbala, a post-doctoral

researcher with the U.S. Defense Department, blames the echo chambers created by social media. We can take to Facebook or Twitter and repeat our ideas over and over, creating what Niedbala calls “attitude clarity,” she told the Society for Personality and Social Psychology. Even more, social media gives us an instant audience of others — many likeminded — who will agree with us, giving us more of a sense that we’re right and creating what Niedbala called “attitude correctness.” Our opinion could be spot-on, or it could be very wrong. Yet, either way, if someone challenges our position, it’s not just a disagreement. It’s war. Sadly, that’s what many disagreements have come to. Instead of simply sharing opinions and respecting disagreements, we take offense to anyone disagreeing with us. And we never find common ground. But we don’t need to be hanging onto a fence in a nasty storm. We can take a step back and just listen. We can even disagree still, and stick to our opinions. We don’t need to hate each other. We just need to remember that, in the end, we’re all in this together. And disagreement is the start of a good conversation — not the end.

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hy do small businesses matter? There are more answers to that question than there are streetlamps on your local Main Street, but the best reasons may be, well, the smallest. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses account for about 44 percent of our national economic activity. On Long Island, they are our economic backbone. Roughly 90 percent of the businesses here are small or medium-sized. While these are JOHN strong arguments, let’s zoom in a litKEATING tle further: Personally, small businesses are the center of our everyday lives. You probably know exactly what shop in your town serves the best slice of pizza; the only dentist gentle enough to keep your panicky spouse coming back for regular cleanings; the bakery that makes the only red velvet cake your sister will eat; the day care center that helped your kids learn their ABCs.

These are all small businesses, and during National Small Business Week 2022, which began last Sunday and ends on Saturday, PSEG Long Island celebrates their importance. We couldn’t imagine life without them, and we recognize the blood, sweat and tears that local entrepreneurs pour into their small businesses to overcome endless challenges and find success in an ever-changing economic climate. PSEG Long Island has been supporting small businesses since 2018 with economic development grants and other incentives that keep local commercial districts thriving. When the coronavirus pandemic struck, small businesses faced their greatest challenge in at least a decade, amid diminished foot traffic and new safety measures. We increased our support efforts with targeted grants, supporting local chambers of commerce and business improvement districts in their efforts to provide outdoor seating and signage to create a safe shopping and dining experience for their customers. In the past four years, our company committed more than $2 million to eco-

rants from PSEG have helped businesses and chambers of commerce.

LETTErs that the speech at issue respected our norms of polite discourse, as he does in his essay. Alleging “suppression” by Facebook ignores Facebook’s right to establish “house rules” for discourse, much like that for a debate, our Congress or a courtroom. This isn’t censorship; the First Amendment doesn’t apply. Mr. Rosenberg’s opinion, as written, wouldn’t be incarcerated in “Facebook jail,” but a troll’s or hatemonger’s version might be, one hopes. And while I share Mr. Rosenberg’s concerns about speech intolerance on college campuses, it must be noted that it isn’t limited to conservative students. It seems that a key element of the “enterprise of liberal education” Mr. Rosenberg cites has been undermined, partly, I think, by the dogmatic examples of its elders. Missing from this claim of “lethal threat,” and more relevant than Facebook, are the actions of various gover nment entities to ban books and ideas from places like schools — that is censorship. Mr. Rosenberg presents Facebook as the chief arbiter, somehow the gatekeeper to free speech land when hundreds of newspapers, including the Herald, and dozens of magazine exist in which he is free to write. Radio and TV remain available as free speech venues, though all have house rules. Websites galore and new social media plat-

nomic development grants and incentives across Long Island and the Rockaways. To learn more, you can visit www. psegliny.com/inthecommunity/revitalization. You can see the results of these grants in communities all across Nassau County: thriving small businesses like Rosario’s Pizzeria in Seaford, K-Fit Studio in Valley Stream, Noble Savage Brewing in Glen Cove, and Bright Eye Beer Company in Long Beach. More than 100 businesses received “vacant space” discounts for opening up in previously empty storefronts in their communities. Some received Main Street Revitalization grants for making major upgrades that increase foot traffic in their commercial districts. And many businesses have received a much-needed bump from the outdoor dining and shopping improvements made possible by the dozens of grants we have provided to local chambers of commerce. All of these grants help optimize the use of the energy grid in these commercial districts. We have also given beautification

grants of up to $2,000 to many local chambers to enhance the visual appeal of shopping districts, and you can see these results, too. The Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District used the money to string lights through downtown to make it more inviting for residents and visitors to walk around in the evening. The Baldwin chamber used its grant for a “Welcome to Baldwin” sign. The East Meadow chamber purchased American flags to line the business district. So, this week, we encourage you to celebrate National Small Business Week in the simplest, realest way possible: Do the little things that make life worth living in your community. Buy a pie from that pizzeria. Make a dental appointment for your spouse. Bring your sister a slice of that red velvet cake. Bring home a “growler” of beer from the local craft brewery. Enjoy the vibrancy of your community, and PSEG Long Island will be there to provide the programs and support that will continue to make your Main Street a destination for years to come. John Keating is the manager of economic and community Development at PSEG Long Island.

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forms appear frequently, so speech has never been more free. BRIAN KELLY Rockville Centre

Has the Herald thought through ‘Please say gay’? To the Editor: Re the Herald editorial “Please do say ‘gay’” (March 24-30): Aside from the title, which was misleading and deceptive, the issue comes down to two questions. Do we really want to sexualize K-through-third-graders? Why should we be upset that schools don’t introduce topics of sexuality to 5- to 8-year-olds? Children at that age can’t possibly process the kinds of information opponents of Florida’s bill seek to give them. Why not let them be kids and seek, instead, to protect their innocence? You refer to the bill as “anti LGBTQ,” but not presenting kids with information they are not mature enough to handle isn’t anti anything. It’s pro-kids. The second question is, should taxpayer-funded schools be the ones to present this information. If parents want to introduce these topics to their children, that is their prerogative and their right. Public schools represent the public, and public opinion on these mat-

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ters is far from settled. Why should schools wade into topics that have the potential to polarize and divide? Schools should stick to reading, writing and arithmetic. They would be far better able to handle those topics if

they weren’t veering off into social experiments. THE REV. PHILIP PRESTAMO Pastor, Cornerstone Church Freeport

VALLEY STREAM HERALD — May 5, 2022

Celebrate Small Business Week: Enjoy the little things

May 5, 2022 — VALLEY STREAM HERALD

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