Mamdani warns of a city fiscal crisis
Mayor Zohran Mamdani warned that New York City is facing a looming fiscal emergency he dubbed the “Adams Budget Crisis,” blaming years of underbudgeting and fiscal mismanagement under former Mayor Eric Adams for a projected $12 billion shortfall over the next two fiscal years.
Iwill be blunt: New York City is facing a serious fiscal
Speaking at a Jan. 29 City Hall news conference, Mamdani said the city’s finances were far worse than previously disclosed, with essential services repeatedly funded far below their actual costs. He said the gaps, concentrated in fiscal years 2026 and 2027, are larger than those faced during the Great Recession.
“I will be blunt: New York City is facing a serious fiscal crisis,” Mamdani said. “There is a massive fiscal deficit in our city’s budget to the tune of at least $12 billion. We did not arrive at this place by accident. This crisis has a name and a chief architect. This is the Adams Budget Crisis.”
Mamdani accused the prior administration of systematically under-budgeting programs that New Yorkers rely on daily, including rental assistance, shelter operations and special education, while portraying future budgets as balanced. He said those choices left his administration with what he called a “poisoned chalice.”
He said the Adams administration budgeted $860 million for cash assistance in fiscal year 2026, even though current projections show costs nearing $1.7 billion. Shelter costs were also significantly understated, with roughly $500 million in additional expenses unaccounted for, he said.
“These are not differences in opinion between accountants,” Mamdani said. “They are measured to the tune of more than $7 billion beyond what he published.”
Independent projections from City Comptroller Brad Lander, Budget Direc-
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Jacques Jiha and State Comptroller
Thomas DiNapoli align with the mayor’s assessment, Mamdani said, showing that gaps were “dramatically and intentionally understated.” In some years, he said, the true shortfall is nearly double what the public was told.
Mamdani also pointed to what he described as a long-standing imbalance between New York City and the state, saying the city has sent far more revenue to Albany than it has received in return. In fiscal year 2022, the city sent $68.8 billion in revenue to the state but received only $47.6 billion back.
“That imbalance has hollowed out our city’s finances and left us with a chasm that can no longer be sustained,” Mamdani said.
He blamed much of that disparity on policies during former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s tenure, arguing that the state increasingly relied on city-generated revenue without proportionate reinvestment. From 2010 to 2022, Mamdani said,
the city generated nearly two-thirds of state revenue growth but received just 42 percent of increased state spending.
Despite the bleak outlook, Mamdani pledged that his administration would balance the preliminary city budget for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 by the Feb. 17 deadline, as required by law. He said the burden of closing the gap would not fall on working New Yorkers.
Instead, Mamdani renewed calls to raise taxes on the city’s wealthiest residents and most profitable corporations, while also pursuing what he described as savings and efficiencies across city government. He drew a distinction between cutting waste and imposing austerity.
“There is a difference between pursuing savings and efficiencies and pursuing austerity,” he said. “If a dollar cannot be defended, then it’s not a dollar that should be spent.”
He added that his administration is reviewing every line of spending
and reassessing housing and assistance programs, including CityFHEPS rental vouchers, while seeking more time to negotiate a settlement in ongoing litigation over the program’s expansion.
Mamdani acknowledged that resolving the crisis will require even as Gov. Kathy Hochul has expressed resistance to higher taxes. He said he plans to press state leaders for what he described as a fairer fiscal relationship.
It was reported that Adams said he left $8 billion in reserves and implied that the new city administration is unfamiliar with a balance sheet.
–Jeffrey Bessen
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the there is a projected $12 billion shortfall over the next two fiscal years.
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Showcasing blended families through a children’s book
By MELISSA BERMAN mberman@liherald.com
Continuing “The Little Red Headed Girl” book series, Frumie Ganz has published her third book, “My Blended Family.”
This book is a true story about love, belonging and family togetherness. It is aimed for children four to 11 and cost $10 to purchase on Amazon.
“It’s about my personal experience having a blended family pretty much my whole entire life,” Ganz said.
The Cedarhurst resident’s vision for this book was to make sure children know it’s okay to come from a divorced home and that families come in all different shapes and sizes.
The book features an introduction to the story and the illustration is of a patchwork quilt.
“Families are like a patchwork quilt stitched together with different
color stories and love,” she said.
What makes this book different from the first two is that it is written as a rhyme and it is based off her personal experiences.
“When I started writing it was flowing out as rhymes and I thought it was really cute so I continued,” she added.
Ganz said she is always working and after her second book published in November, she thought about what comes next in her storyline. The book officially published on Jan. 4 and she is already thinking about her fourth.
Just like the first two books, Ganz does all her own illustrations and finished the whole book in three months.
“When I have an idea I really have to complete it,” she said. “I won’t stop till I finish it and I compete what I start. I don’t want to leave something hanging on not finished.”
The book has already received multiple reviews from parents who have been reading it to their children.
O ne of the most important things about this to me is children from divorced homes.
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“One of the most important things about this to me is children from divorced homes,” Ganz said. “That was my idea and I figured why not speak about my personal family and that’s what I did.”
The only things in the book that aren’t real are the names and she said everything about each person is 100 percent real and true.
At the end of the book, she wrote a message from the author and plans to include this segment in her following publications.
“I’ve always loved being creative and finding new ways to share my ideas with the world,” Ganz said. “Writing children’s book has allowed me to pour my heart into stories that reflect both my dreams and my families love.”
She wants her readers to know that they can follow their dreams no matter how old they are and to treasure moments with family.
“We all absolutely loved this beautiful new book and honestly, these books keep getting better and better,” Riki K. wrote in a review on Amazon.
Riki said the writing is poetic, warm, joyful and a pleasure to read from start to finish.
“What truly shines is the beautiful, honest depiction of how a blended family can come together,” Riki wrote. “Each person brings their own unique personality, quirks and talents to create something truly special.”
Rachel Dadon wrote that the book stands out as a beautifully illustrated, rhyming children’s picture book that joyfully dives into unique personalities, hobbies and quirks of each family member.
“This shows what truly makes a big, happy family tick: love, acceptance and togetherness,” Dadon wrote.
Kimberly Potter wrote that she loves all the books Ganz has published.
“She always writes about great topics for children,” Potter wrote. “I always love her stories and it’s such an easy read.”
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Cedarhurst resident Frumie Ganz has published her third book in “The Little Red Headed Girl” book series, “My Blended Family.
Creating the Ortiz family book collection
By MELISSA BERMAN mberman@liherald.com
Angela Ortiz never considered herself a writer until after she self-published her son Thomas’ book and has since released three more for her two other children and niece.
Ortiz, 34, has published four children’s books inspired by her family beginning with her son Thomas and his book, “Thomas Makes a Promise,” which published in October.
Together, Ortiz and Thomas wrote and self-published his book about a six-year old boy who makes a promise to himself: making new friends everywhere he goes.
“It turned into more than what we thought it could,” Ortiz said. “We started getting picked up and did book readings at the Peninsula Public Library and Oceanside Library.”
The Inwood resident was inspired to write books about her other children, Paisley and Ace. “Paisley Girl” for her three-year old daughter and “Coach Ace and the Crocodile Kickers” for her eight-year old son.
“’Paisley Girl’ is my second book I wrote about the true meaning of being a daddy’s girl,” Ortiz said. “This book touches the hearts of dad’s and their special bond with their daughters.”
The Inwood resident said her daughter is a daddy’s girl and she wanted to showcase their relationship and connection.
Ace’s book is about a team that doesn’t give up no matter how hard it is and they end up beating the best team in town.
“This book is inspired by Ace and his soccer journey over the years with his team the Blue Eagles,” she said. “It’s a story of teamwork, practice, big dreams
and how giving up is never an option.”
Her fourth book, “Analisse and the Magic Sketchbook” is dedicated to her niece and her love for creativity.
“Analisse’s book is about a young girl whose imagination, artwork and love for music amazes us everyday,” she added. “It’s a book that allows children to travel to different worlds through colorful pages.”
All the books are available for purchase on Amazon and illustrated all the books with assistance from Zunaira Tariq. She is proud of who she has become and her books’ popularity.
As someone who was never big into reading, Ortiz said these books never would have happened if it weren’t for her son Thomas.
“I got really into it,” Ortiz said. “I started reading more, meeting more authors and seeing people take an interest in us. It turned into the Ortiz book collection.”
She said it took almost one year to get Thomas’ book out and since the release she has published three more.
Her husband, Tommy Ortiz has been supporting her from day one and served as a sounding board during the creative process.
“I am beyond proud of her and all our kids for the work they put into doing their books,” Tommy said.
Since the books “Paisley Girl” was about him and his daughter, he provided input and personal opinions.
“I’m always present alongside her and Thomas for every book signing event,” he said. “I can’t pick a favorite of all the books because they are awesome with different stories.”
Ortiz has learned it’s not easy to put a book together and that you need to be open to opinions. She is proud of herself for stepping out of her comfort zone to publish these books.
“I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported us from day one,” she said. “Our community, schools, family and fellow children’s authors who have guided me in the right direction.”
A. B. installs new ethics committee board
By AIDAN WARSHAVSKY
awarshavsky@liherald.com
The board of trustees for the Village of Atlantic Beach appointed five new members—Jeffrey Cooper, Elizabeth Woolfe, Stephen Radin, Michele Masucci, and Barry Felder—to the Board of Ethics on Jan. 12.
Passed by resolution, the Board of Ethics members will serve key functions. They will act as an investigatory board, enforce the village’s Code of Ethics, provide guidance to village officials and employees who may face ethical conflicts, and recommend legal action to the Board of Trustees when appropriate. In a text message following the meeting, Village Mayor Barry Frohlinger described the appointees as dedicated and impartial. “They are essential to preserving public trust and integrity in our village government,” he wrote. “It provides an objective forum to uphold our standards and promote transparency.”
Cooper, the first appointee, was among the earliest residents to volunteer for the position. A village resident for 45 years, he has been actively involved in community events and previously served on the village’s finance committee. Cooper brings a professional background in auto finance.
Woolfe—also a longtime village resident—grew up in her home on Coronado street, and has is an experienced non-
profit consultant. With over a decade of experience at the senior administrative level, she has served as a board member with organizations like The Greater New York Chapter of the Society for Public Health Education, the Peninsula Counseling Center, and the Social Impact Fund.
“I think that having any kind of poli-
cy that allows for there to be a review or an evaluation of any kind of ethical conditions or situations is a positive step for the village,” Woolfe said. Cooper and Woolfe will each serve one-year terms, expiring July 6, 2026, at noon.
Radin is a retired attorney with more than four decades of experience in cor-
porate governance and compliance. He previously worked in Weil’s securities litigation practice group, where he helped resolve stockholder demands.
Masucci, also an experienced attorney, has served as a board member for organizations such as RIP Medical Debt and The Eye-Bank for Sight Restoration. She is also a member of the Task Force on Civic Education for the New York City Bar Association.
As a partner at Nixon Peabody, Masucci advised healthcare companies on transactions and regulatory matters. Like Cooper, she was also one of the first to volunteer.
Radin and Masucci will serve twoyear terms, expiring July 5, 2027, at noon.
Felder, the final appointee, previously served as the village attorney from the mid-1980s until 2000. He was instrumental in forming the Marine Recreation District, which established a special zoning area for beach clubs, bathing facilities, and related recreational uses for oceanfront properties. Felder will serve a three-year term, expiring July 3, 2028, at noon.
Deputy Mayor Joseph Pierantoni, who assembled the committee, said at the meeting that the members are qualified and “possess the temperament and experience” for their roles. “We thank them for taking on this responsibility,” he said.
Courtesy Angela Ortiz
Inwood resident Angela Ortiz self-published four books, each inspired by one of her children and her niece.
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Barry Felder, left, Michele Masucci, Stephen Radin and Elizabeth Woolfe were on hand to sign their oath of office.
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Future doctors learn pain, addiction care
By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com
Third-year medical students at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell gained skills that many physicians do not learn until well into their careers during Pain and Addiction Care Prevention Week Jan. 13-16.
In more than 25 hours of intensive instruction, students were trained to address pain, substance-use and alcohol-use disorders using harm-reduction strategies, non-opioid alternatives and patient-centered care.
Beyond clinical techniques, students were taught to listen more closely to patients’ experiences and approach treatment with empathy, a skill educators said is critical to addressing the ongoing substanceuse crisis.
“While opioids certainly have a place in medicine, historically doctors weren’t adequately trained in judicious prescribing practices,” said Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, assistant professor of medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry and science education at the Zucker School.
Kapoor, who is also vice president of emergency medicine addiction services and director of screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment at Northwell Health, added, “Ensuring the next generation of physicians is equipped to approach complex conditions like pain and substance-use disorders will undoubtedly drive positive change in patient and community health,” he added.
PACE Week builds on instruction students receive during their first two years of medical school. In total, Zucker students complete more than 30 hours of patient-centered education focused on pain and substance use — more than at any other U.S. medical school — addressing a topic many clinicians find
uncomfortable or difficult to discuss.
The program also fulfills a federal requirement mandating that clinicians seeking or maintaining DEA registration complete at least eight hours of training in treating pain and opioid or other substance-use disorders.
Each day of PACE Week began with first-person accounts from people in recovery, family members affected by addiction, medical residents and Zucker alumni. Among them were two physicians in recovery, who shared the challenges of seeking help while navi-
gating professional expectations and fear of judgment. Family members described the emotional, financial and personal toll substance use disorders can have, emphasizing the need for compassion, strong support systems and recovery resources not only for patients, but also for those who care for them.
Students took part in workshops covering medications for opioid-use disorder, medicinal cannabis and multimodal pain care. One component focused on femoral nerve blocks, a non-opioid pain management technique that interrupts pain signals at their source using ultrasound-guided injections.
“Adding this level of training means our students are starting their careers with skills many clinicians only learn later,” said Dr. Simone Rudnin, a Northwell Health Emergency Department physician. “They’re prepared from day one to treat pain differently than we did even a decade ago.”
Kapoor said that such interventions could reduce reliance on opioid medications and lower the risk of future substance use disorder. “Students are learning practical interventions that can offer equal or better pain relief while reducing long-term risks of patients,” he said.
PACE Week concluded with student capstone presentations for Northwell executives and Hofstra leaders. Students made “elevator pitches,” debated ethical scenarios, shared public-service announcements and offered narrative reflections on addiction and care.
“Hearing physicians and family members speak openly about their lived experiences with addiction was profoundly impactful,” Alexandra Boubour, a third-year medical student, said. “Their vulnerability challenged stigma and reinforced the importance of empathy, transparency and community in both healing and medical culture.”
Courtesy Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Medical students at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell practiced femoral nerve blocks, a pain management technique, during PACE Week, Jan. 13-16.
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Notice is hereby given that I shall, commencing on February 17, 2026, sell at public on-line auction the tax liens on real estate herein-after described, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party-ininterest in such real estate shall pay to the County Treasurer by February 12, 2026 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges, against the property. Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 per cent per six month’s period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code. Effective with the February 17, 2026 lien sale, Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/526/ County-Treasurer
Should the Treasurer determine that an in-person auction shall be held, same will commence on the 17th day of February, 2026 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer.
The liens are for arrears of School District taxes for the year 2024 - 2025 and/or County, Town, and Special District taxes for the year 2025. The following is a partial listing of the real estate located in school district number(s) 19 in the Town of Hempstead only, upon which tax liens are to be sold, with a brief description of the same by reference to the County Land and Tax Map, the name of the owner or occupant as the same appears on the 2024/2025 tentative assessment roll, and the total amount of such unpaid taxes.
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THE NAMES OF OWNERS SHOWN ON THIS LIST MAY NOT NECESSARILY BE THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS OWNING THE PROPERTY AT THE TIME OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. SUCH NAMES HAVE BEEN TAKEN FROM THE 2024/2025 TENTATIVE ASSESSMENT ROLLS AND MAY DIFFER FROM THE NAMES OF THE OWNERS AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. IT MAY ALSO BE THAT SUCH OWNERS ARE NOMINAL ONLY AND ANOTHER PERSON IS ACTUALLY THE BENEFICIAL OWNER.
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Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldier’s and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts.
However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased.
The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/ or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA), 12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et. seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership.
The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.
The rate of interest and penalty which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten percent of the amount from which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety percent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety percent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten percent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase be of no further effect.
Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.
Furthermore, as to the bidding, 1.The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates.
2.The tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates.
3.The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.
4.If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made, in connection with, said bid shall be forfeited.
This list includes only tax liens on real estate located in Town of Hempstead. Such other tax liens on real estate are advertised as follows:
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Students at Brandeis Hebrew Academy brought the story of Parashat Noach to life through a hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) challenge that blended Torah learning with science, creativity and teamwork.
As part of a school wide competition, mixed-grade teams designed and built miniature boats inspired by Noah’s Ark, testing their buoyancy in the school’s atrium.
The project encouraged collaboration across grade levels while introducing students to principles of science, technology, engineering, art and math.
Each team was challenged to construct a vessel capable of floating, with the final boat remaining afloat declared the winner. The activity sparked enthusiasm throughout the school, with students cheering on their classmates during each round of testing.
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The first-place team included eighth graders Emily Gordon and Tamar Tabari, along with first grader Noam Harosh. Second place was earned by eighth grader Izzy Newman and first grader Tommy Mesika.
“Parashat Noach offers a perfect opportunity to connect timeless lessons of faith with modern learning,” Gabriel Berger, the school’s STEAM educator wrote in a news release. “Our students didn’t just study the story — they experienced it through teamwork, design thinking and innovation.”
School officials said the project highlighted Brandeis Hebrew Academy’s commitment to integrating Judaic studies with hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences that engage students of all ages.
— Melissa Berman
Courtesy Leslie Gang
Students at Brandeis Hebrew Academy brought the story of Parashat Noach to life through a hands-on
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Q. Do you have any suggestions on how we can guarantee our house won’t be damaged while we have a renovation done? We’re doing a lot of work to add a back family room and a second floor. Our house is a cape that already has a second floor, but we want a full second floor. Everyone we spoke to called it a dormer, but we read your column in which you clarified that a dormer is pushed out through the current roof and a second floor is the whole thing, so we know. We want to stay on the first floor, and even though we’ll get a POD for the driveway, we’re concerned about staying on the first floor. The contractor showed us the plastic curtains he uses, but is there anything else? Our daughter has asthma, and we’re very concerned.
A. It’s tough to guarantee that dust won’t get in, since there are many ways dust travels and the average home, without any air filtration, usually get dusty, anyway. I have seen countless projects with zippered air curtain separations, sealed at the walls, floors and ceilings — even double curtains separated by 4 feet to create a vestibule, with a fan drawing air to the outside just before people open the first zipper. This is called a negative air method, and the fan should only be turned on when someone is about to enter the vestibule from the clean side, because if the fan is left on, it’s drawing air from the dusty side to the clean side.
Several clients purchased boxes of disposable booties to slip over shoes to keep from tracking in dust and dirt. If you have carpeting or just want to protect your finished floors, it’s best to have the walking paths covered in plywood and heavy plastic. Lift the plastic and fold inward to discard periodically, or vacuum with a brush attachment so as not to suck up the plastic. Also, if the path is highly trafficked, it will tear and may be slippery from the booties and dust, so monitor the surface and how affected it will be.
Sometimes just a smooth fiberboard, without splinters, is best. One client even used a spray bottle to spray the air and then the booties before discarding them in a plastic bag. Unfortunately, some people did not completely understand the air flow issues, and left their exterior windows open in the clean areas, adjacent to where the work was being done, allowing the dust to float in through the windows from outside.
Depending on how much you want to spend, there are elaborate portable units with high-efficiency particulate air, or HEPA, filters that will rid the air of a large amount of dust as well as less-visible matter such as pollen. You may want to consult your child’s doctor for advice about filtered respirators, or whether it’s a good idea for her to be there during the construction at all. Good luck!
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