Valley Stream Herald 04-09-2026

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Valley Stream Little League marches in the village’s Memorial Day Parade, a longstanding tradition.

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District 24 adopts $43.13 million budget for 2026-27 Little League prepares for season

By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com

Valley Stream School District 24 has adopted a $43.13 million budget for the 2026–27 school year, as district leaders prepare for a community vote on May 19.

The proposed spending plan represents a 4.58 percent increase over the current year’s $42.24 million budget, while the tax levy is expected to rise by 2.04 percent, remaining below New York state’s mandated cap.

“Through careful financial planning and responsible decision-making, we are able to

keep the tax levy increase within the cap and minimize the impact on our taxpayers,”

Jack Mitchell, the district’s assistant superintendent for business, said.

“Residents should understand that we take a conservative and thoughtful approach to revenue projections to ensure long-term fiscal health and avoid future financial strain.”

The budget is designed to support academic programs, student services

and long-term planning under the district’s Vision 2030 initiative. It prioritizes investments in instruction, technology and student support systems. Planned initiatives include continued expansion of the Challenge program for grades four through six, enhanced Spanish instruction for grades three through six and enrichment opportunities across all grade levels.

The district also plans to main-

By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com

As the baseball season begins, the Valley Stream Little League is preparing to welcome players and families back to the village fields, continuing a longstanding community tradition centered on youth baseball and softball.

Opening Day is scheduled for April 25, and the season typically runs through late June, with opportunities for continued play and activities extending into the fall. The program has been a fixture in the community for decades, and this year will mark its 68th season.

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tain its 1:1 technology initiative, invest in a new science curriculum and continue its classroom redesign efforts, aimed at fostering collaborative and engaging learning environments.

Additional resources will be directed toward student wellbeing, including the introduction of a full-time behaviorist to support social-emotional

development. The district will also continue its least restrictive environment initiative by expanding 8:1:3 special-education classrooms, allowing more students to remain in the district rather than attending outof-district placements.

“Our continued investment in classroom redesign is also critical, as it ensures that our

Courtesy Chuck Norton

Each year, the

By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO

Overnight street parking in Valley Stream

azingariello@liherald.com

Overnight street parking in Valley Stream is tightly regulated year-round. Residents and visitors should understand the core rules, exceptions and enforcement practices to avoid violations and ensure safe, accessible streets.

n Strict overnight street parking ban

The Incorporated Village of Valley Stream enforces a village-wide overnight street parking ban between 3:30 and 5:30 a.m. daily.

This restriction applies to all public streets within village limits and is in effect year-round, not just seasonally. Vehicles may not remain parked on the street during these hours under normal circumstances, regardless of residency status or vehicle type.

The rule is established under local village code and is consistently enforced by local authorities. Drivers who leave vehicles on the street during the restricted hours are subject to parking summonses and potential penalties, including fines. Because the restriction is universal across the village, there are no neighborhoods where overnight street parking is routinely allowed without authorization.

n Exceptions are limited and must be authorized

While the overnight parking ban is strict, the village does allow limited exceptions under controlled conditions.

Residents may request temporary overnight parking permission, typically for short-term needs such as accommodating guests or special situations. These permissions are handled by the village, often through the Village Clerk or the police department, and must be obtained in advance of the restricted hours. Additionally, the village may officially suspend overnight parking enforcement during specific periods. These suspensions are not automatic and are only valid when publicly announced by the village government through official channels.

Outside of these authorized exceptions, the overnight parking ban remains fully enforceable at all times.

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Enforcement supports safety and municipal operations

The purpose of the overnight parking restriction in Valley Stream is rooted in public safety and efficient municipal operations.

Keeping streets clear during overnight hours ensures that emergency vehicles, including police, fire and ambulances, can navigate quickly without obstruction or delay. It also enables routine municipal services, such as street cleaning, sanitation collection, road maintenance and snow removal, to be performed effectively and safely.

Unobstructed roadways reduce the risk of delays during emergencies and improve overall traffic flow in early morning hours when activity begins to increase. Additionally, fewer parked vehicles make it easier for law enforcement to identify unusual or suspicious activity and respond more effectively when needed.

Resident’s auto repair shop is driven by passion

By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

After nearly a decade writing code for Bloomberg L.P. and a career defined by constant reinvention, Jasmine Islam is enthusiastically trading in her software for spark plugs.

The 49-year-old Valley Stream resident has opened an AAMCO auto repair shop on Long Beach Road in Oceanside, marking a bold career pivot into the traditionally maledominated industry — and the realization of a lifelong passion rooted in childhood memories.

“I wanted to do something very different,” Islam said. “This is something I’ve thought about for a long time.”

Islam’s journey to business ownership has been anything but conventional. From 2016 to 2025, she worked as a software developer for Bloomberg — a privately held financial, software, data and media company — capping a broader career in technology that spanned multiple roles. Before that, she owned and operated several small businesses, including ventures in food service, printing and imports.

Islam said her professional path has been driven by curiosity — and restlessness.

“I would learn something, master it, and then I would get bored,” she said. “Once that happened, I would switch to something else.”

But her interest in cars predates her tech career by decades. Growing up in Astoria, Queens, Islam often accompanied her father, a New York City taxi driver, to a neighborhood mechanic.

“It was daddy-daughter time,” she recalled. “I’d walk around, look at the cars, see what was going on. That’s where it started.”

That early exposure grew into a lifelong enthusiasm. Islam estimated that she has owned more than 30 vehicles over the years and has long been fascinated by anything with a motor — from motorcycles to heavy equipment.

can call.”

Her decision was also shaped by conversations with other AAMCO franchisees across the New York metropolitan area, whose openness and mentorship left a strong impression on her. One owner, Jon Tow, whom she now considers a mentor, continues to advise her as she navigates the early months of ownership.

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ll we need is a chance to take care of you — and we will.

Islam’s shop has been operating in a soft-launch phase for just over two months. A grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony, in coordination with the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for April 18.

JAsmInE IsLAm New owner, AAMCO

Opening an auto repair shop, however, required careful planning. The process began in early 2024 and stretched over two years as she evaluated different business models and locations. She considered launching an independent shop, buying into other automotive franchises and even opening a body shop before ultimately choosing AAMCO.

“I leaned toward a franchise because I wanted the support,” she said, citing access to technical guidance and marketing resources as key factors. “I’m strong in sales and marketing, but there are things I’m not strong in since I’m still learning. If I have questions, there’s someone I

“I immediately fell in love with the space,” Islam said.

The location itself carries deep roots in the Oceanside community. The space was previously home to Olympic Service Station, operated for decades by longtime mechanic Peter Kostopoulos, who remains a familiar figure to many local customers.

“People know Peter. They trust him,” Islam said. “So the biggest thing is earning that same trust.”

That transition has not been without challenges. While many residents have welcomed the new ownership — particularly praising Islam as a woman entering the automotive field — others have been hesitant to embrace change.

“Some people are nervous,” she

said. “They’re used to coming here for years, even generations.”

Some customers have been reluctant to book appointments, preferring to wait until they can speak directly with the previous owner, Islam explained. Others assumed the shop was corporately owned, rather than locally operated.

“I tell them, ‘This is my shop,” Islam said. “’Yes, it’s a franchise, but I own it. I’m here six days a week.’”

To build trust, she emphasizes transparency and customer education — principles she says are essential in an industry often criticized for lack of honesty.

“We try to take care of customers the way we would want to be treated,” she said. “If something can wait, we’ll tell you it can wait. We want to be open with everyone. All we need is a chance to take care of you — and we will.”

Her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field has been shaped by her earlier career in technology, where she often found herself in similar positions.

“I’m used to being the exception,” she said. “But things are changing. You can do these things.”

Still, she acknowledged that her presence behind the counter can surprise customers — though her knowledge and enthusiasm often quickly put them at ease.

Islam’s long-term vision extends beyond routine repairs. She plans to host educational clinics aimed at demystifying car maintenance, par-

ticularly for women, young drivers and older adults.

“I’ve met people who are genuinely scared when something goes wrong with their car,” she said. “If I can teach them the basics, they’ll feel more confident.”

These workshops may cover everything from changing a tire to understanding when a repair is necessary — or when it isn’t.

“Sometimes people are told they need things they don’t actually need,” she said. “If we can help them recognize that, it’s better for everyone.”

For Islam, the new venture represents both a personal milestone and a renewed sense of purpose.

Despite long hours, including weekends, she described the transition as energizing.

“I get excited every morning,” Islam explained. “There’s a level of pride when I come in and get to help people.”

As she settles into this new chapter, Islam expressed hope that her business will not only serve as a reliable auto repair destination but also as a community resource grounded in trust, education and empowerment.

“This is something I’ve wanted for a long time,” she said. “Now I’m finally doing it.”

Courtesy Jasmine Islam

Valley Stream resident Jasmine Islam, far right, with staff at her new AAMCO auto repair shop on Long Beach Road in Oceanside.

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News brief

The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell has been recognized among the nation’s top medical schools for research, earning a Tier 2 designation in the 2026 Best Graduate Schools ranking released by U.S. News & World Report.

Zucker School of Medicine earns top ranking

network, diverse patient populations and advanced research facilities.

The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell has been recognized among the nation’s top medical schools for research, earning a Tier 2 designation in the 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings released by U.S. News & World Report.

The school ranked among the top three in New York and in the top half of medical schools nationwide for research excellence, according to the report.

The recognition comes amid a challenging funding climate for medical research, including reductions in grants from the National Institutes of Health. Research activity now accounts for 60 percent of a school’s overall ranking in the U.S. News methodology, making federal funding levels a critical factor.

Despite those pressures, the Zucker School of Medicine has maintained a strong research performance, supported by its academic programs and institutional partnerships.

U.S. News evaluates research-focused medical schools based on faculty resources, funding and the strength of training programs for physician-scientists. At Zucker, MD/PhD and PhD programs emphasize the study of human disease, translational research and applying scientific discoveries in patient care.

A key component of the school’s research environment is its partnership with Northwell Health, the state’s largest health care provider. The affiliation gives students access to an extensive clinical

“We are incredibly proud that our dedication to impactful research has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report, amidst federal funding challenges,” said David Battinelli, the Deborah and Lawrence Smith dean of the medical school.

“This recognition is a testament to our commitment to pioneering discovery.”

Battinelli said students “benefit tremendously” from research opportunities across Northwell’s system, including the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, as well as collaborations with institutions such as Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. Since opening 15 years ago, the Zucker School of Medicine has built a reputation for hands-on learning, innovative programming and a strong emphasis on research. Graduates have gone on to match into competitive specialties, including surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery, as well as primary care fields such as internal medicine, pediatrics and family medicine.

According to a nationwide survey conducted by the Association of American Medical Colleges, program directors report that Zucker graduates consistently exceed national expectations in professionalism, clinical skills and systemsbased practice.

More information about the school and its research programs is available on its website.

— Abigail Grieco

VSCHSD holds annual Music Scholarship Festival

The Valley Stream Central High school district presented its 70th Annual District Music Scholarship Festival, highlighting the musical achievements of student performers from across the district.

The event featured an evening concert held in the Bert Keller Auditorium, following a morning performance for sixth grade students from Valley Stream elementary districts 13, 24 and 30. The morning concert also included remarks from the presidents of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, who shared their experiences with incoming seventh-grade musicians.

The festival showcased the District String Orchestra, Mixed Chorus and Concert Band, made up of top student musicians in grades 9 through 12. In addition to performances, the long-standing tradition recognizes three outstanding student-musicians with scholarships.

The 2026 scholarship recipients are Magnus Gros of Valley Stream Central High School, Isabella Dombrosky of Valley Stream South High School and Delaney Dusel of Valley Stream North High School.

Gros began his musical training with piano lessons at a young age before expanding into percussion and participation in school ensembles, NYSSMA festivals and All-County performances. He has performed with both school and community ensembles, participated in pit orchestras for school musicals and earned a score of 5 on the AP Music Theo-

ry exam. He plans to pursue music education in the future.

Dombrosky’s involvement in music began in elementary school when she first started playing the cello. She has since taken part in Orchestra, Community Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, NYSSMA, LISFA and the District Music Festival. She also attended the USDAN Summer Camp for the Arts and has performed

for local senior living centers as part of her community involvement.

Dusel is a violist and soprano whose musical activities include private viola study at the Malverne School of Music, leadership roles as viola and quartet section leader, and participation in choir and musical theater. She has performed in productions including “Mean Girls,” “Mamma Mia!,” “Clue,” and “Shrek the

Musical,” and serves as president of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. She plans to continue studying music in college. The festival ensembles were directed by Elizabeth Klamkin of South High School, Debra Schneider of North High School, and Angelica Ansbacher of North High School.

— Angelina Zingariello

Courtesy Valley Stream Central High school district

The 2026 Scholarship recipients, Magnus Gros, fifth from left, Delaney Dusel and Isabella Dombrosky, with Valley Stream North High School Principal Robin Small, from left, Valley Stream Central High school Assistant Principal Alejandro Sosa, Valley Stream South High School Principal Matthew Swinson, Board of Education Trustee Kenneth Cummings and Superintendent Wayne Loper.

ELIZABETH POIROT

WEST HEMPSTEAD Senior Lacrosse

ONE OF NASSAU COUNTY’S most prolific scorers, Poirot shares the Herald’s 2026 High School Lacrosse preview cover with Seaford’s Brian Falk. Poirot earned Honorable Mention

All-County honors last spring after dominating the scoresheet for a second straight season and helping the Rams to 11 wins. As a junior, she racked up 77 goals to go along with 38 assists. This after in 2024 the dynamic attack scored 74 goals and had 25 assists.

games to watch

Friday, April 10

Softball: Plainedge at Mineola

Baseball: Long Beach at South Side

Baseball: Glen Cove at Hewlett

Baseball: Garden City at MacArthur

Boys Lacrosse: Wantagh at North Shore

Girls Lacrosse: Oceanside at Wantagh

Girls Lacrosse: Plainedge at Lynbrook

Girls Lacrosse: West Hempstead at Elmont 5

Saturday, April 11

Girls Lacrosse: East Meadow at Plainedge 9 a.m.

Softball: V.S. Central at V.S. South 10 a.m.

Softball: North Shore at Hewlett 10 a.m.

Softball: Freeport at East Rockaway 10 a.m.

Softball: Massapequa at Oceanside 10 a.m.

Softball: Elmont at West Hempstead 10 a.m.

Girls Lacrosse: Locust Valley at Seaford 2 p.m.

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VSS softball in transition stage

By PETER SCHWARTZ sports@liherald.com

The winds of change are making their way through Valley Stream South High School.

Following a 7-9 softball season a year ago, the Falcons enter the new campaign with some challenging circumstances. With seven starters from last year’s squad having graduated and many student-athletes turning to other sports, this spring will be about celebrating the seniors and developing young players.

A drastic change from when the program enjoyed a lot of winning.

“We won a few county championships early in my time with the program and we were a perennial playoff team for a long time,” said coach Demetri Adrahtas, who begins his 18th year at the helm following seven years as an assistant coach.

“A lack of little league participation and the rise of lacrosse and flag football have hurt our program.”

Helen Aguilar and Olivia Simone are two of the top players the Falcons will rely on.

Aguiar, a junior and three-year varsity player, was slated to start the season as the starting catcher, but she has been shifted back to center field and middle infield, two positions where she excelled at last year. The emergence of sophomore backstop Melissa Sanchez, called up from JV, allows Adrahtas to make that switch.

Newcomer Olivia Simone is another key player this season as the sophomore will see time at both third base and shortstop this season. Perhaps the Falcons’ most well-rounded player, Simone features a solid glove and a consistent bat.

The Falcons have three seniors.

Brianna Castro is an outstanding utility player who will split time at left field, third base and first base. She had some big hits last year and will be an important bat in the middle of the lineup.

Also in the middle of that lineup is

first baseman Jessica Dyer who enters her third year on varsity. She brings a wealth of leadership and experience to the table while also providing some pop.

Caitlyn Schultheiss is a scrappy player who adds a spark to the Falcons playing second base and outfield.

It’s certainly a year of transition for Valley Stream South.

“This year figures to be a challenging one,” said Adrahtas. “We just want to compete, get better every day, give our seniors the best season possible and develop our players, most of whom are very inexperienced.”

After winning multiple games in each of the last two seasons, junior pitcher Isabella Murphy can also chip in playing both corner infield and corner

outfield positions.

Freshman Mila Huczko enjoyed some success pitching at the junior high school level over the last two seasons and now makes the jump to high school where she will also serve as a utility player.

The remainder of the Falcons’ starting lineup includes freshman pitcher and utility player Mila Huczko, freshman shortstop, infielder and outfielder Mikaela Rossello, sophomore outfielder Samantha Pellman, and junior outfielders Shavonne Mason, Niani Vives, Emma Brisso and Hema Kemraj.

It’s a season of change for Valley Stream South as it looks to the seniors for leadership and for the younger players to help restore a winning culture.

Donovan Berthoud/Herald Newcomer Olivia Simone and the youthful Falcons face plenty of hurdles this spring.

Counting down to Little League season

teer-run, relying on board members, coaches and community support to operate. James Fischman, a longtime board member and coach, said that his involvement began roughly 20 years ago, when he was first asked to help with a team. He returned when his oldest child, James, joined the league, and he now manages his younger son Nicholas’s team in the minors division.

“Year after year, we want to see the kids progressing,” Fischman said. “The whole thing is for them to enjoy the game of baseball and softball and eventually, hopefully, play for high school. We’re not looking to get the next Derek Jeter or the next big thing. It’s primarily for them to have some fun, enjoy each other’s company, make new friends and give their parents an opportunity to interact with community members.”

Chuck Norton, a vice president of the league, echoed that sentiment, noting that the organization’s focus extends beyond the field. He oversees registration, social media and promotions, and he has remained involved even after his daughter, Naiyh, and son, Adam, aged out of the program, citing a commitment to maintaining and growing the league for the benefit of future families.

The league offers a number of divisions to accommodate a range of ages and skill levels. Baseball programs begin with a co-ed tee-ball division for children ages 4 to 6, in which players learn the basics. From there, players advance to coach-pitch levels at ages 7 and 8, before moving into player-pitch divisions beginning at ages 9 and 10.

As players age, they transition into more advanced levels that include umpires and interleague play against neighboring communities. By ages 13 and 14, participants are playing on full-size fields with rules that mirror those of the major leagues.

Softball divisions follow a similar progression, beginning when players are 8 or 9 and continuing through

early teenage levels. While divisions are structured by age, participation numbers can influence the number of teams formed each season.

“I would say, overall, the main differentiator we have is that every town has fields … but I really feel like it’s the parents and the people,” Norton said. “I think our teams are probably some of the most individually diverse teams across Long Island. Our teams definitely have some of the more passionate fans I’ve seen. And I think our teams are among the most respectful we see. Our kids are really, really well raised and they’re really, really well behaved, and they’re really, really good athletes.”

In the younger divisions, games are played primarily in the village. Older teams compete against other towns in district play, part of the broader Little League structure. The league is affiliated with Little League International, and follows standardized rules governing safety, equipment and eligibility.

A typical season features 15 to 20 games per team, depending on weather and scheduling. Younger divisions may play more frequently with scrimmages and practic-

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es, while older teams balance local and away games across the district.

Beyond regular-season play, the league also participates in postseason tournaments. Teams at the minors level and above may enter district tournaments in late June, with the opportunity to advance through rounds of playoffs.

The league also takes part in Valley Stream’s Memorial Day Parade and hosts a closing ceremony in June, at which players receive medals and teams are recognized.

Additional events are held throughout the year, including group outings to pro baseball games and an end-of-season gathering. Last year the league hosted a family event at Rolling River, and organizers are considering similar plans for the upcoming season, depending on scheduling and resources.

Sponsorships play a key role in supporting league activities and keeping costs manageable for families. According to league officials, financial assistance is available when needed, reflecting an effort to keep the sport accessible.

Organizers say that that sense of inclusivity, combined with strong volunteer support, sets the league apart. Many board members remain involved long after their children have aged out of the league, contributing to its continuity.

With registration still open for some divisions, interested families are encouraged to get involved and take part in a program that continues to serve as both a sporting outlet and a focus of community gatherings.

“A successful year to us is all the kids having a great time,” Fischman said. “And we continue to get these kids to come back, year in and year out — that’s, to me and to the board, what success, I believe, looks like. We all want the kids to have a good time, and no one gets hurt.”

For more information, visit vsll.org.

Come learn about local disability rights pioneer Dr. Henry Viscardi, Jr. and explore over 125 artifacts highlighting the fight for equal opportunity for people with disabilities.

The museum provides an inclusive, fully accessible experience for all visitors and is the perfect place to spend a fun and educational day with your family. School field trips and group tours welcome.

Courtesy Chuck Norton

The Valley Stream Little League offers a variety of teams and leagues for children ages 4 to 14.

Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards honor top female leaders and innovators

By Abbey Salvemini

The room at The Heritage Club at Bethpage was filled with energy, ambition and a shared sense of purpose on March 25 as business leaders gathered for the 2026 Premier Business Women of Long Island Awards. This annual event honored outstanding women who are not only achieving success within their respective industries but also driving innovation and meaningful change across them.

At the heart of the evening was a clear and resonant message: women are no longer waiting for opportunities to be granted; they are creating their own paths and redefining leadership on their own terms.

Amy Amato, executive director of corporate relations and events at Richner Communications, set the tone early in the night, encouraging attendees to “take a look around this room” as a reflection of progress. She also emphasized the significance of the occasion. “Tonight is about celebrating the incredible women who are leading, building and shaping our community,” she said.

She added that the event is part of a broader mission to create spaces “where women don’t just sit at the table, they own the room,” reinforcing the evening’s theme of empowerment and visibility.

She praised the honorees not only for their professional achievements but also for their role in transforming their industries. “You are not just leaders in your field, you are redefining them,’ she said.

Stuart Richner, CEO of Richner Communications, echoed that statement, reflecting on the company’s history and his mother, Edith Richner, a co-founder who once stood alone as the only woman at the table nearly six decades ago. “If she were here tonight, she would be incredibly proud to see a room filled with such accomplished, driven and inspiring women,” he said.

The evening also highlighted the importance of giving back, with proceeds supporting Baby Essentials of Long Island, an organization dedicated to helping families in need provide safe and healthy starts for their children. Richner emphasized the organization’s mission to assist parents facing financial hardship and other challenges, adding a deeper sense of purpose to the celebration.

The honorees themselves brought the evening to life, sharing personal

stories of resilience, leadership and determination that resonated throughout the room.

Among them, Carol Gomes was recognized in the Healthcare and Wellness category, highlighting her leadership as CEO and COO of Stony Brook University Hospital. Reflecting on what it means to be a woman in business today, she described it as a sense of empowerment and the confidence to lead with strong conviction.

“We are nowhere near where we need to be; we’re making progress, but there are still many opportunities to advance women into higher leadership positions,” she said.

Ana Ludemann, MBA, was honored in the Financial Services category, celebrating her success in a competitive, male-dominated industry. Now a vice president and wealth management financial advisor, she built her career after arriving in the United States in 2014 with just $100. Her journey underscored the importance of perseverance and mindset.

“If you work hard and do right by people, there is no way you will not succeed,” she said, adding that resilience is defined not by obstacles, but by how one responds to them.

Honorees in the Insurance and

Rising Stars Under 40, Evelyn Gellar and Jillian Kashuba of Forest Hills Financial Group, echoed the evening’s central themes. Together, they emphasized that while women are increasingly supporting one another and rising into leadership, challenges remain — particularly around work-life balance and equitable opportunities. Their message was clear: building networks and lifting each other up is essential to sustaining momentum in a competitive industry.

Another highlight of the evening was the recognition of the Power Team award, which honored a group of women from St. Joseph’s University. Among them, Jessica McAleer Decatur, Vice President of marketing and communications, reflected on the significance of the recognition and the responsibility that comes with it.

“To follow in the footsteps of these pioneering women is deeply meaningful. As part of the next generation of women leaders, I hope not only to carry forward their legacy, but also to inspire the next generation,” she said.

Throughout the evening, the room buzzed with energy and camaraderie as powerful women mingled,

exchanged stories and shared insights across industries. The atmosphere reinforced the idea that success is not achieved in isolation, but through collaboration, mentorship and a shared commitment to lifting others along the way. Conversations extended beyond individual accomplishments, focusing instead on creating lasting impact and opening doors for the next generation of women leaders.

The event also celebrated the sponsors and partners whose support made the evening possible, including Forest Hills Financial Group, Long Island Contractors Association, and our centerpiece sponsor, St. Joseph’s University. Their involvement underscored the Long Island business community’s ongoing commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion and opportunity.

As the evening ended, the message remained clear: progress is underway, and the future of women in business is being shaped through the shared determination and collaboration of everyone present.

To learn more, see additional photos and view the complete list of honorees and sponsors, visit richnerlive.com.

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Premier Business Women honorees enjoy the gala dinner with their guests.

President & CEO Carol Allen from People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union with her award in Banking Leadership.

Donna M. DiSclafani from Prager Metis CPAs with her award in Accounting.

Lisa Burch from EPIC Family of Human Service Agencies receives her award in Community Impact.

President of SCO Family of Services

Suzette Gordon walks to stage to accept her award.

Co-founders Jill Kofler and Janis Hoffman from Mindful Therapy accept their award in Healthcare & Wellness.

St. Joseph’s University honorees with their Power Team award.

Dr. Maria Conzatti from Nassau Community College with her award in Education.

Vanessa M. Gordon from Grassi receives her award in Accounting.

CEO Charlene Jackson from Thompson Economic Development Services, accepts her award in Entrepreneurship.

CEO-COO Carol Gomes from Stony Brook University Hospital, accepts her award in Healthcare & Wellness.

Evelyn Gellar from Forest Hills Financial Group with her award in Insurance.

Rising Star Jillian Kashuba of Forest Hills Financial Group wins the Hotel Collections raffle.

Honorees Ana Ludemann and Nicole Stefanakos read the Herald commemorative edition with their guests. Honorees received a Herald crystal award.

The Easter Bunny hops over to Green Acres

The Easter Bunny was available for seasonal photo opportunities at Green Acres Mall from March 20 through April 4, offering families a chance to capture holiday memories in a festive setting.

Throughout the event, visitors could take part in a variety of scheduled activities for children and families. The experience included opportunities for smiles, hugs and photos with the Easter Bunny. In addition, KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties were held every hour on the hour, providing music and entertainment for attendees.

The mall also hosted a dedicated day for pet photos, allowing guests to bring their pets for photos with the Easter Bunny. Another featured activity was Bunny Tales Storytime, organized in partnership with the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, which offered a reading experience for younger visitors.

“Each year, the Easter Bunny’s visit to Green Acres brings a special kind of magic for families in our community,” Jill Bromberg, marketing and community relations manager at Green Acres, said. “From keepsake photo moments to inclusive experiences like Bunny Cares and fun activations like our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance Parties, to our popular Bunny Tales Storytime, we’re proud to create a welcoming, joy-filled environment for all who choose to participate.”

The seasonal programming was part of the mall’s broader efforts to provide family-friendly events during the spring holiday period.

–Angelina Zingariello

Juan Alzamora/Herald photos

Helpers Claury Paul and Sebastian Alexander assisted in creating the magic.

The experience included opportunities for smiles, hugs and photos with the Easter Bunny.

The Easter Bunny awaited visitors at his festively decorated station at Green Acres Mall.

A joyful caterpillar welcomed attendees. The smiling snail created a happy enviornment.

Budget aligns with district’s Vision 2030 initiative

learning environments reflect the way students learn best today, with collaboration, creativity and engagement at the forefront,” district Superintendent Unal Karakas said. “Equitable outcomes remain at the core of our work.”

The proposal also includes staffing increases intended to maintain continuity in instruction, including two permanent substitute teachers per building and sustained classroom structures across grade levels. District officials said these decisions are designed to ensure consistency and high-quality instruction for all students.

Mitchell said the increase in spending is largely driven by contractual obligations, employee benefits and continued investment in student programs. He noted that the majority of the budget is allocated to instructional and student support areas, with administrative costs representing a relatively small portion of overall expenditures.

Mitchell also highlighted several cost-saving strategies aimed at maintaining long-term fiscal stability. These include bringing more special education programs in-district to reduce tuition costs, closely managing staffing levels and reviewing operational expenses. He said the district takes a conservative approach to financial planning, particularly when projecting revenue and managing fund balance, to avoid future financial strain.

State aid is projected to increase by 2.36 percent, rising from $15.21 million in the current school year to $15.57 million in 2026–2027.

“State aid continues to be an important revenue source, and while projections are based on current information, there are always variables at the state level that we monitor closely,” Mitchell said.

In addition to the main budget proposition, voters will consider a separate capital reserve proposition totaling $1.20 million. The funding would be used for targeted improvements, including renovating three classrooms across the district and resurfacing the parking lot and playground at William L. Buck School. Because the project would be funded through existing reserves, it would not result in additional tax impact for residents.

District leaders said the overall budget reflects a continued emphasis on aligning financial decisions with educational priorities while preparing for poten-

tial challenges such as inflation, enrollment shifts and changing state mandates.

Residents are encouraged to review the full budget details and participate in the upcoming vote, which will determine the district’s financial and programmatic direction for the next school year.

“For our community, this budget represents an investment not just in schools, but in the future of our children and our community as a whole,” Karakas said. “Our budget proposal ensures we continue to build on our success, remain innovative and prepare our students for an ever-changing world.”

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The William L. Buck School, in District 24, has instituted the No Place for Hate program, which reflects the district’s commitment to inclusive programming and school culture, as outlined in its proposed budget for 2026-27.

Bessent, Blakeman tout Trump’s tax cuts

By JULIA CAPITELLI jcapitelli@liherald.com

To promote President Trump’s economic agenda, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent visited Long Island and took part in a panel discussion with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and business executives from across the county.

The March 30 discussion, at the county legislative building, focused on three aspects of the Working Families Tax Cut Act: the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime pay, the creation of so-called Trump Accounts and the higher cap on the income tax deduction for state and local taxes. Under the law, parents can open and contribute funds to accounts for their children under age 18. As part of the pilot program for the accounts, children born during Trump’s term will receive $1,000 from the Treasury Department.

“It’s something that’s going to help every family in America,” Blakeman, the Republican candidate for governor, said of the program.

The law includes an increase in the state and local tax deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000. It also allocates roughly $170 billion to carry out the administration’s immigration and border objectives, and raises the federal debt ceiling to $5 trillion.

“That’s the American way,” Bessent said of the tax cuts. “Work harder, keep more of your money.”

The SALT deduction avoids double taxation and allows certain taxpayers to reduce their federally taxable income. To offset the cost created by this and the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime, the law cuts nearly $1 trillion from Medicaid and reduces food assistance and clean-energy incentives.

Panelists shared their perspectives on the law, mostly as it relates to their businesses. Michael Serao, exec-

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and several business executives discussed President Trump’s economic agenda on March 30.

utive vice president and chief administrative officer of First Central Savings Bank, claimed that Trump Accounts could help students build financial literacy.

But much of the discussion focused on the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime, and the SALT deduction. “I am surrounded by hardworking people, who come into the diner and tell me how happy they are about their tax returns and about how much more money they are getting back,” Gus Tsiorvas, owner of the Embassy Diner, in Bethpage, said.

According to the Internal Revenue Service, the average tax refund this year is roughly 10 percent higher than it was in March 2025. “This means more discretionary spending here in Nassau County,” County Comptroller Elaine Phillips said, “which allows

Bruce not to raise taxes.”

Blakeman reiterated his assertion that Nassau is “the safest county in America where we haven’t raised taxes one penny in four years.”

In a statement about Blakeman’s use of taxpayer resources to campaign as everyday costs escalate, Democratic County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton said the Bessent visit was “as shameless as it gets.”

“Nassau residents aren’t stupid — they feel the squeeze every time they fill up, check out at the grocery store, or pay a bill,” DeRiggi-Whitton said. “The cost-of-living crisis is real, and it’s being driven directly by the disastrous tariffs and global instability coming from the same out-of-touch allies in Washington [Blakeman] continues to stand with.”

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L.I. Association hosts state transport chief

Presentation by DOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez ranges from speeding to potholes

By NOAH PERETZ nperetz@liherald.com

The Long Island Association hosted state Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez as a guest speaker last week. Dominguez spoke about Gov. Kathy Hochul’s fiscal year 2027 executive budget and policy proposals for the DOT.

Appearing at LIA headquarters in Melville on March 31, Dominguez explained that Hochul’s administration matched the federal funding for New York state’s transportation needs from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021 with a five-year, $35 billion plan. Hochul added $800 million to the plan last year to offset the cost of tariffs and inflation.

“Our federal dollars are expiring on Sept. 30, which presents a unique challenge,” Dominguez said. “We need to make sure that we are positioning New York for the next level of transportation funding.”

She detailed Hochul’s proposed spending plan, which totals $260 billion. Federal funding is down 11.4 percent, or $10.3 billion, and state operating funds have increased by $157 billion. The state is expecting $17 billion more in state revenue over the next two years than earlier estimates.

“The governor is committed to economic growth and making sure there is a social safety net, and funding that social safety net across the board without increasing taxes,” Dominguez said. “In sum, the 2027 Executive Budget successfully balances two simultaneous realities that we have real momentum here in New York, and addressing the volatility that we know is ahead.”

The budget plan includes automated work-zone speed enforcement with new

speed cameras. Dominguez noted that some drivers have been speeding at over 100 miles per hour through work zones, according to the cameras.

The budget proposes deployment of the cameras on non-controlled-access highways, like Sunrise Highway. It also proposes protections for highway maintenance workers against violent assault.

Dominguez also touched on Hochul’s plan to lower the cost of car insurance.

The plan proposes changes to the state’s auto insurance laws that will punish perpetrators of staged car crashes.

The spending plan also includes funding for filling potholes on main roadways. “We are on a blitz statewide addressing potholes,” Dominguez said. It proposes investments of $107 million for paving on Long Island, including 50 miles of the Northern State Parkway and 35 miles of Sunrise Highway.

Action Long Island representative Michael Rodin suggested more improvements he wanted to see. “We want to make sure public transit is a part of the DOT’s agenda in the future,” he said. “We want roads to be able to accommodate buses as well as more cars — a lot of people take public transit to work.”

When the presentation was open for questions, Dominguez addressed a concern about independent contractors’ coverage under the anti-assault provisions in the budget. “The worker assault provision covers state employees as well as independent contractors,” she said.

“We need to make sure elected officials understand that transit and the lives of transit workers are important, so they fund initiatives to help these efforts and these people,” Marc Herbst, executive director of the Long Island Contractors Association, said. “If we don’t ask, they don’t respond.”

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DOT representatives, including Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez, center right, made a presentation to the Long Island Association.

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‘Rent’ star Adam Pascal returns to reimagine the jukebox musical

By Iris Wiener

When Adam Pascal pulls into Long Island these days, it’s not just a commute; it’s a homecoming layered with memory, coincidence, and creative possibility. This spring, the Tony-nominated performer-turned-director from Syosset is channeling all of that into “Feels Like the First Time: The Foreigner Musical.”

The new production premieres April 17 at the Little Theatre on Long Island University’s Brookville campus.

The project, created in collaboration with the legendary rock band Foreigner, marks the launch of LIU’s New Works Initiative and Pascal’s tenure as the university’s inaugural Artist-in-Residence. But for Pascal, the journey to this moment is anything but typical.

The path to directing the show began not in a rehearsal room, but at a backyard barbecue.

“Tom Dunn [Tilles Center’s creative producer, executive/artistic Director and Dean of LIU’s College of Arts and Design] lives across the street from my sister. I first met Tom and his wife at a barbecue,” Pascal relates. “Tom said, ‘We’re doing this thing. Do you want to direct it?’”

From there, the pieces quickly began to align. A previous version of the musical had been developed, but Pascal and the team — including book writer Stephen Garvey and arranger David Abbinanti — set out to reshape it into something fresh: a high-energy, heart-driven story set in the 1980s, centered on three families whose lives collide when a rock star arrives for a backyard concert after an MTV contest win.

“We wanted to create something that was fun and that had heart, that understood its purpose using Foreigner’s music,” Pascal says.

That purpose, however, comes with a unique creative challenge. The musical weaves iconic songs into an original narrative — a process Pascal describes as both complex and deeply collaborative.

“You’re creating a story, and in many ways building a scene backwards,” he explains. “You have these lyrics that were never written to be narrative in that way, so you have to do a lot of reverse engineering.”

Still, that creative freedom is part of the appeal.

“We get to reimagine these songs,” he adds. “They’ve now become narrative storytelling songs.”

The new musical features a company of 26 performers, primarily LIU students — a fact Pascal calls fortuitous.

“The combination of this process, this particular show, and this university … it couldn’t have been a better melding of all things.”

For Pascal, working with students isn’t just about mentorship — it’s personal, as he has two sons the same age as the young cast. His directing style reflects that perspective, blending instinct, experience and a focus on emotional authenticity.

“I approach it from a much more naturalistic and real place. I’m trying to orchestrate a picture and to get them to use their emotions in a physical way.”

That lived-in approach comes from decades in the industry, which includes roles in Broadway’s “Aida,” “Memphis” and “Something Rotten,” besides the iconic“Rent.” However, Pascal quickly points out that he was never formally trained.

New Works Initiative, an incubator for developing and refining new theatrical works by both emerging and established writers.

• Friday through Sunday, April 17-19 and Thursday through Sunday, April 23-26, varied times

• Tickets are $43.82, $17.82 students; available at tillescenter.org/events

• Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville

“My approach can only be [described as] a layman approach. I’m fortunate enough to now have 30 years of experience making musicals.”

And yet, for all his Broadway credentials, Pascal is candid about the challenges facing the industry today — particularly the financial barriers that make developing new work increasingly difficult in New York City.

“We all have to change the mindset about working in New York,” he says bluntly, pointing to rising production costs and systemic issues. Instead, he sees projects like “Feels Like the First Time” as part of a larger shift — one that prioritizes creativity, collaboration and accessibility over tradition and expense.

“I want to take the power out of Broadway’s hands and put it back into the hands of people who make theater,” he states.

That philosophy is evident in the show’s development process, which Pascal praises for its efficiency and clarity of vision.

For LIU students like Anna Frost, being part of that process is nothing short of transformative. A senior serving as dramaturg for the show, Frost is deeply embedded in the rehearsal rooms, helping to shape the evolving script.

“It is so exciting for me to work on a show which is in development,” she says. “I get to work with a living, breathing text.”

For her, the experience underscores the importance of new work in today’s theatrical landscape.

“There has to be new art that is relevant to what is happening now,” she adds. “Getting to be a part of something that will be history is really cool.”

Pascal agrees and hopes the students recognize the significance of their involvement.

“They’ll forever be connected to this show as the first people that played these characters,” he says. “If the show becomes a hit, they’ll always have that on their resume.”

That sense of legacy resonates deeply with Pascal himself, particularly given his return to Long Island. He remains deeply connected to his roots, and optimistic about its potential as a hub for theatrical innovation.

“There’s no better place for it,” he says of LIU. “They have the facilities, the desire and the proximity to the city.”

As for what’s next, Pascal continues to develop new musicals through his production company, including an adaptation of “Ruthless People.” He’s also set to direct “Our Little Secret: A True New Musical” in Toronto. For now, “Feels Like the First Time” offers something that feels incredibly meaningful — -a chance to build, collaborate, and rediscover the spark that started it all.

Or, as Pascal might put it, to make it feel like the first time all over again.

Local favorite Mike DelGuidice returns to the Paramount stage with his popular residency, delivering the high-energy, feel-good performances that have made him a hometown standout. Backed by his powerhouse band, DelGuidice brings the music of his idol, Billy Joel, to life with passion and precision, celebrating decades of iconic hits in a rousing, crowd-pleasing show. A multi-instrumentalist who grew up immersed in music, DelGuidice’s deep knowledge of Joel’s catalog ultimately led to sharing the stage with the Piano Man himself, touring around the world. Alongside Joel’s beloved classics, he weaves in his own original songs, showcasing the songwriting that has earned him a devoted following. Whether performing on stage or connecting with fans through his “Live on the Porch” series, which brought audiences together during the pandemic, DelGuidice continues to share his love of music in ways that resonate far and wide.

Friday and Saturday, April 10-11, 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Fleetwood Macked

Eighteen years ago

Fleetwood Macked set out to provide audiences with the truest live Fleetwood Mac experience as possible and haven’t stopped since. Much of the realism comes from the New York-based band’s history. Husband and wife musical team Hillary and Michael Epstein (Stevie and Lindsey) and friends Tracy Wells, Jay Novas, Phil Weiss and Andrew Nadien (Christine, John and Mick) have made great music together in various incarnations that finally all came together with their mutual love of Fleetwood Mac. They are and have always been professional touring rock musicians, which also adds to the authenticity of the sound of the band. Fleetwood Macked live brings audiences the passion, depth, heart, and the musicianship Fleetwood Mac’s music requires. Out of love and respect musical liberties are not taken, songs are recreated just as Fleetwood Mac intended them.

Friday, April 10, 8 p.m. $48. My Father’s Place 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. Tickets available at mfpproductions.com.

Mike DelGuidice

Photo courtesy Jack Roman

Adam Pascal, left, with Tilles Center’s Executive and Artistic Director Tom Dunn, is launching LIU Post’s

the Porch” series, which brought

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Long Island Children’s Museum stages “Pete the Cat,” the charming musical based on the book series by Kimberly and James Dean. Life is certainly an adventure for Pete, no matter where he winds up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking. That is, except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth. But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Together, they set out on a mission to help Jimmy conquer second grade art, and along the way, they both learn a little something new about inspiration. $11 with museum admission ($9 members), $15 theater only.

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; also April 14-15

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

Seasonal Sprouts: Flowers and Trees

Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens to discover the wonders of nature with a one-hour guided tour through the gardens and woodlands, featuring naturethemed games and hands-on activities. This week, children explore plants big and small, learning how they grow and change with the seasons. Each session includes a simple planting or craft project for children to take home and continue their learning. Registration required. $22 adult, $20 seniors 62+ (member discounts available).

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

• Time: 11 a.m.-noon

• Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

‘Dog Sees God’

Hofstra University’s Department of Drama and Dance presents Bert V. Royal’s edgy comedy. The unauthorized continuation of the Peanuts comic strip, reimagines its characters as teenagers dealing with various contemporary issues including, identity, substance abuse, and relationships. When CB’s dog dies from rabies, CB begins to question the existence of an afterlife. His best friend is too burnt out to provide any coherent speculation; his sister has gone goth; his ex-girlfriend has recently been institutionalized; and his other friends are too inebriated to

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Long Island and the Legacy of Eugenics

Valley Stream Historical Society presents lecture by author Mark Torres. He will discuss the complexities and dangers of the Progressive era origins of the eugenics movement in America.

• Where: Valley Stream Village Hall, 123 S. Central Ave.

• Time: 7:30 p.m.

• Contact: vshistorical@gmail. com

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Taste of Valley Stream

Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce hosts the community-wide food festival at VFW Post 1790. Check out the local vendors. Three Valley Stream food pantries are honored for their work addressing food insecurity. $75 or $65 with early-bird pricing through March 16.

• Where: 65 E. Merrick Road

• Time: 6-9 p.m.

• Time: 8 p.m.

Micky Dolenz celebrates the 60th anniversary of The Monkees with a special tour honoring the band’s enduring legacy and timeless sound. In this nostalgic and high-spirited performance, Dolenz takes audiences on a musical journey through The Monkees’ rise to fame, performing their biggest hits in chronological order while sharing personal stories from his decades in entertainment. As the last surviving member of the beloved group, Dolenz brings both heart and history to the stage, paying tribute to bandmates Davy Jones, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith, while celebrating the fans who helped transform a fictional TV band into a global sensation. A true entertainment veteran, Dolenz’s career spans decades and disciplines — from his early days as a child star on “Circus Boy” to his work as a singer, actor, director and radio host. In recent years, he has continued to keep The Monkees’ music alive for new generations, including a solo tour performing the group’s 1967 album “Headquarters” in its entirety. This is sure to be a heartfelt, hit-filled evening that blends music, memories and a lasting connection to one of pop culture’s most iconic acts.

give him any sort of solace. Drug use, suicide, eating disorders, teen violence, rebellion and sexual identity collide and careen toward an ending that’s both haunting and hopeful. $15 general admission, $10 for seniors and Hofstra alumni.

• Where: Hofstra’s Joan and Donald Schaeffer Black Box Theater, Joseph G. Shapiro Family Hall, Hempstead

• Time: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; also April 12, 2 p.m.; April 16-April 19

• Contact: hofstra. universitytickets.com

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‘A Dream Is A Wish’

The enchanting “A Dream Is A Wish” princess concert returns to the Madison Theatre with new adventures and Disney Classics. Families are invited to sing along to all their favorite Disney songs including “Let It Go,” “A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes,” “Part of That World,” “ A Whole New World,” and many more. Enjoy a magical journey and maybe even meet your favorite princess! Breakfast and tea ticket options also available.

• Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

• Time: Varied times, also April 12

• Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

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Families are invited to Long Island Children’s Museum to elebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors. Originating in India, this Hindu festival marks the end of winter and the arrival of the colorful spring season. During this joyous holiday, families eat sweets, dance to traditional folk music and throw colorful powder made from flowers called gulal. Wear white clothes you don’t mind getting messy!

• Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City

• Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

Dances of Universal Peace

The Dances of Universal Peace are a 50-year-old tradition of meditative dancing to simple chants from a variety of the

• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

world’s religions. This event is a collaboration of the Baha’i Community, NYC Dances of Universal Peace Circle and the Gathering of Light Interspiritual Fellowship.

• Where: Baha’i Center of Nassau County, 11 W. Jamaica Ave.

• Time: 3 p.m.

• Contact: (516) 902-8906

George Washington Exhibit

All are welcome to the George Washington exhibit presented by Valley Stream Historical Society.

• Where: Pagan-Fletcher Restoration, 143 Hendrikson Ave.

• Time: 1 p.m., also April 19 and 26

• Contact: vshistorical@gmail. com

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CHSD BOE meets

Central High School District hosts its regular business meeting. Stay informed on district matters.

• Where: Memorial Junior High School, 320 Fletcher Ave.

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: vschsd.org/

• Contact: valleystreamchamber. org

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Asbury Short Film Concert

This national touring showcase returns to the Madison Theatre. See a diverse, focused lineup — in many cases featuring up-and-coming filmmakers — of short films you generally won’t find on the big screen. These films, including Oscar and film festival winners, cover all genres.

• Where: Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: madisontheatreny. org or (516) 323-4444

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Twenty-Four of the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, will be held at the William L. Buck School on Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York in said District on May 6, 2026 at 7:30 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.

1. Presentation of the budget document.

2. To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as hereinafter set forth.

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District No. 1: Valley Stream Fire Department

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50 Hungry Harbor Road, Valley Stream, New York at which time the polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2026-2027

and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To elect three (3) members of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2029, as follows:

a. One (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term to succeed Armando Hernandez, whose term expires June 30, 2026;

b. One (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term to succeed Melissa Herrera, whose term expires June 30, 2026;

c. One (1) member of the Board of Education for a three (3) year term to succeed Cynthia Nunez (last incumbent-currently vacant), whose term expires June 30, 2026; the person elected shall also serve the remainder of the unexpired term commencing May 19, 2026.

3. To present the following propositions for consideration:

a. SHALL the proposed budget of expenditures of Valley Stream Union Free School District TwentyFour for the year 20262027 be approved in the amount of $43,131,639 and for the purposes shown in the statement thereof presented at the annual meeting, and that such sum be raised through a levy upon the taxable property in the district after first deducting the monies from state aid and other sources, as provided by law.

b. SHALL the Board of Education of Valley Stream Union Free School District TwentyFour be authorized to appropriate and expend from the Capital Reserve Fund, which was established on 2024 (“Reserve Fund”) pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law, for the following capital improvement projects: Renovating Three (3) Classrooms district-wide, and resurfacing the parking lot and playground at William L. Buck school in the approximate amount $1,200,000, and other work required in connection therewith; and to expend from the

Reserve Fund therefore, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto an amount not to exceed the estimated total cost of $1,200,000.

c. SHALL the proposed budget of expenditures of Valley Stream Central High School District, Nassau County, New York for the year 2026-2027 be approved in the amount of $173,600,882 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.

d. SHALL the Board of Education of the Valley Stream Central High School District be authorized to establish a Capital Reserve Fund for the purpose of financing capital improvements to District facilities and sites, including but not limited to additions, reconstruction, renovation, rehabilitation, expansion and equipping of District buildings and grounds; site work and improvements; parking areas and paving; sidewalks and curbing; drainage and utility infrastructure; ADA features; auditoriums; ceilings; computer and technology systems; data and communication networks; doors; mechanical, electrical, plumbing and sanitary systems; energy management and conservation systems; exterior and interior lighting; fencing; flooring; fire safety and suppression systems; heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; gymnasiums; masonry; roofs; security systems; toilet rooms; walls; windows; furnishings and equipment permanently affixed to buildings, and similar projects together with architectural, engineering and other incidental costs related thereto; with the ultimate amount of such Capital Reserve Fund to be $15,000,000, plus accumulated interest, and with a term of fifteen (15) years, to be funded by transfers of unappropriated fund balance from the District’s general fund and interest earned thereon.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office

of Member of the Board of Education of the Valley Stream Union Free School District No. Twenty-four shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, not later than April 20, 2026, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 qualified voters or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Each petition shall be directed to the District Clerk and shall describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated. Each vacancy upon the Board of Education to be filled shall be considered a separate specific vacancy. A nominating petition may be rejected by the Board of Education if the candidate is ineligible for the office or declares his or her unwillingness to serve. Forms for nominating petitions may be obtained at the office of the Superintendent of Schools at the William L. Buck School on Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York and the office of the District Clerk of said School District.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. The Board of Registration will meet for the purposes of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to Education Law §2014 at the William L. Buck School, on May 11,

2026 at 5:30 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the Registers to be used at the aforesaid Budget Vote and Election, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such Registers, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of said Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such Budget Vote and Election for which the Register are prepared. The Registers so prepared pursuant to Education Law §2014 will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the Administration Building, located at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on Thursday, May 14, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, on weekdays, and each day prior to the day set for the Budget Vote and Election, except Sunday or holidays, and on Saturday by prearranged appointment, and at the polling places on the day of the Budget Vote and Election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the respective polling places between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., at the prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2027and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote,

contact the District Clerk at 516-434-2839 for information about accessibility.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 6, 2026, public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website www. valleystreamschool district24.org, at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library during its normal hours of operation, located at 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, New York, at the School District Administrative Center, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays:

1. Brooklyn Avenue School located at 24 Brooklyn Avenue, Valley Stream New York;

2. William L. Buck School located at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream New York; and

3. Robert W. Carbonaro School located at 50 Hungry Harbor Road, Valley Stream New York.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage

of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 20, 2026. In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 14, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on Saturday, May 16, 2026, by advanced appointment by contacting the District Clerk at 516-434-2839 and on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by

the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on Election Day.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Valley Stream Union Free School District No. TwentyFour by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to districtclerk@vs24.org or fax sent to 516-2560163. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Valley Stream Union Free School District No. Twenty-Four 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@vs24. org or fax sent to 516256-0163. 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 23, 2026. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, along with the required signed affidavit by the voter.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District

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Clerk before the close of polls on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 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 Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on February 18, 2026. Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time on March 20, 2026. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least one hundred (100) qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 100 or 5% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

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

Clerk at 516-434-2839.

Jennie L. Padilla District Clerk of the Board of Education Valley Stream Union Free School District No. Twenty-Four 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, New York 159363

LEGAL NOTICE CONVOCATORIA DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIONES DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE VALLEY STREAM N.º VEINTICUATRO MUNICIPIO DE HEMPSTEAD Y CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

POR LA PRESENTE

SE NOTIFICA que se celebrará una audiencia pública de los votantes habilitados del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream n.º veinticuatro de la ciudad de Hempstead, condado de Nassau, Nueva York, en la escuela William L. Buck, situada en Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, en dicho distrito, el 6 de mayo de 2026 a las 19h30, hora local, para tratar los asuntos autorizados por la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, incluidos los siguientes puntos.

1. Presentación del documento presupuestario.

2. Diálogo sobre todos los puntos aquí expuestos, que se someterán a votación mediante máquina de votación, en las elecciones que se celebrarán el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, tal y como se establece a continuación.

3. Diálogo sobre cualquier otro asunto que pueda surgir debidamente en la reunión.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que dicha votación y elección se celebrarán el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, a las 7h00, hora local, en los edificios escolares situados en los distritos que se enumeran a continuación:

Distrito n.º 1: Departamento de Bomberos de Valley Stream 112 South Corona Ave, Valley Stream, Nueva York

Distrito n.º 2:

Escuela William L. Buck 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York

Distrito n.º 3:

Escuela Brooklyn Avenue 24 Brooklyn Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York

Distrito n.º 4:

Escuela Robert W. Carbonaro

50 Hungry Harbor Road, Valley Stream, Nueva York

en ese momento, las urnas estarán abiertas de 7h00 a 21h00, hora local, para votar mediante máquinas de votación sobre los siguientes puntos:

1. Aprobación del presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y autorización para que la parte necesaria del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre los bienes sujetos a impuestos del Distrito. 2. Elección de tres (3) miembros de la Junta de Educación para un mandato de tres (3) años que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2026 y expirará el 30 de junio de 2029, de la siguiente manera:

a. Un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación para un mandato de tres (3) años que sucederá a Armando Hernández, cuyo mandato expira el 30 de junio de 2026;

b. Un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación para un mandato de tres (3) años que sucederá a Melissa Herrera, cuyo mandato expira el 30 de junio de 2026;

c. Un (1) miembro de la Junta de Educación para un mandato de tres (3) años que suceda a Cynthia Núñez (última titular, puesto actualmente vacante), cuyo mandato expira el 30 de junio de 2026; la persona elegida también ocupará el cargo durante el resto del mandato no vencido a partir del 19 de mayo de 2026.

3. Presentación de las siguientes propuestas para su consideración:

a. APROBACIÓN del presupuesto de gastos propuesto por el DISTRITO ESCOLAR

INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream Número Veinticuatro para el año 2026-2027 por un

importe de 43 131 639 dólares y para los fines indicados en el informe del mismo presentado en la reunión anual, y que dicha suma se recaude mediante un impuesto sobre los bienes sujetos a impuestos del distrito, tras deducir primero los fondos procedentes de la ayuda estatal y otras fuentes, según lo dispuesto por la ley.

b. AUTORIZACIÓN para que la Junta de Educación del DISTRITO ESCOLAR

INDEPENDIENTE

Número Veinticuatro de Valley Stream asigne y utilice fondos del Fondo de Reserva de Capital, creado en 2024 (“Fondo de Reserva”) de conformidad con el artículo 3651 de la Ley de Educación, para los siguientes proyectos de mejora de capital: Renovación de tres (3) aulas en todo el distrito y repavimentación del aparcamiento y el patio de recreo de la escuela William L. Buck por un importe aproximado de 1 200 000 dólares, así como la ejecución de otras obras necesarias relacionadas con ello; y para que utilice recursos del Fondo de Reserva para tal fin, incluidos los costes preliminares y los costes incidentales, una cantidad que no exceda el coste total estimado de 1 200 000 dólares. c. APROBACIÓN del presupuesto de gastos propuesto por el Distrito Escolar Central de Secundaria de Valley Stream, condado de Nassau, Nueva York, para el año 2026-2027, por un importe de 173 600 882 dólares, y que dicha suma se recaude mediante un impuesto sobre los bienes inmuebles sujetos a impuestos en el Distrito Central de Secundaria de Valley Stream, tras deducir primero los fondos procedentes de la ayuda estatal y otras fuentes, ¿según lo dispuesto por la ley.

d. AUTORIZACIÓN para que la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Central de Secundaria de Valley Stream establezca un Fondo de Reserva de Capital con el fin de financiar mejoras de capital en las instalaciones y terrenos del Distrito, incluyendo, entre otras cosas, ampliaciones, reconstrucción, renovación, rehabilitación, expansión y equipamiento de los edificios y terrenos del Distrito; obras y mejoras en los terrenos; zonas

de aparcamiento y pavimentación; aceras y bordillos; infraestructura de drenaje y servicios públicos; elementos de accesibilidad ADA (Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades); auditorios; techos; sistemas informáticos y tecnológicos; redes de datos y comunicaciones; puertas; sistemas mecánicos, eléctricos, de fontanería y sanitarios; sistemas de gestión y conservación de la energía; iluminación exterior e interior; vallas; suelos; sistemas de seguridad y extinción de incendios; sistemas de calefacción, ventilación y aire acondicionado; gimnasios; albañilería; tejados; sistemas de seguridad; baños; paredes; ventanas; mobiliario y equipamiento fijado de forma permanente a los edificios, y proyectos similares, junto con los costes arquitectónicos, de ingeniería y otros gastos incidentales relacionados con los mismos; con un importe final de dicho Fondo de Reserva de Capital de 15 000 000 $, más los intereses acumulados, y con un plazo de quince (15) años, que se financiará mediante transferencias del saldo de fondos no asignados del fondo general del Distrito y los intereses devengados por los mismos.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream n.º veinticuatro deberán presentarse ante el secretario del distrito de dicho distrito escolar en la oficina del secretario del distrito, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, a más tardar el 20 de abril de 2026, entre las 9h00 y las 17h00, hora local. Todas las peticiones de nominación deberán estar firmadas por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes habilitados del Distrito (lo que represente el mayor de los siguientes valores: 25 votantes habilitados o el 2 % del número de votantes que votaron en las elecciones anuales anteriores); deberán indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, así como el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Cada petición se dirigirá al secretario del Distrito y deberá describir la

vacante específica para la que se nomina al candidato. Cada vacante de la Junta de Educación que deba cubrirse se considerará una vacante específica independiente. La Junta de Educación podrá rechazar una petición de nominación si el candidato no reúne los requisitos para el cargo o declara su falta de voluntad para desempeñarlo. Los formularios para las peticiones de nominación pueden obtenerse en la oficina del Superintendente de Escuelas, situada en la Escuela William L. Buck, en Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, y en la oficina del secretario del distrito de dicho distrito escolar.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación de Nueva York, la Junta de Inscripción se reunirá el martes, 19 de mayo de 2026, en los respectivos colegios electorales entre las 7h00 y las 21h00 horas, según la hora vigente, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la reunión anual y las elecciones que se celebrarán en 2027, así como en cualquier reunión extraordinaria que pueda celebrarse tras la preparación de dicho Registro, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que se incluya su nombre en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro se conozca o se demuestre, a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro, que tiene derecho, en ese momento o posteriormente, a votar en la reunión escolar o en las elecciones para las que se prepara dicho Registro.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes con discapacidad que cumplan los requisitos y deseen obtener información sobre el acceso a los colegios electorales podrán, con antelación al día de la votación, ponerse en contacto con el secretario del distrito en el número 516-4342839 para obtener información sobre la accesibilidad.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes, ya sea de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación de Nueva York o de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha inscrito hasta la fecha de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación de Nueva York y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o extraordinaria del distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años naturales, dicho votante tiene derecho a votar en estas elecciones; si un votante está inscrito y tiene derecho a votar de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también tiene derecho a votar en estas elecciones. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben inscribirse. La Junta de Inscripción se reunirá con el fin de inscribir a todos los votantes habilitados del Distrito de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación en la Escuela William L. Buck, el 11 de mayo de 2026 a las 17h30, hora local, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional a los registros que se utilizarán en la citada votación presupuestaria y elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre figure en dichos registros, siempre que en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro se demuestre, a satisfacción de dicha Junta, que tiene derecho, en ese momento o posteriormente, a votar en dicha votación presupuestaria y elección para la que se preparan los registros. Los registros así preparados de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación se depositarán en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, situada en el Edificio Administrativo, en el 75 de Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, y estarán abiertos a la inspección de cualquier votante habilitado del Distrito a partir del jueves, 14 de mayo de 2026, entre las 9h00 y las 15h00, hora local, los días laborables, y todos los días previos a la fecha fijada para la votación sobre el presupuesto y las elecciones, excepto los domingos y festivos, y los sábados con cita previa, así como en los colegios electorales el día de la votación sobre el presupuesto y las elecciones.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, a partir de los siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia pública sobre el presupuesto del 6 de mayo de 2026, cualquier residente del Distrito podrá solicitar consultar una copia del presupuesto propuesto acudiendo a la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, situada en 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York. Además, cualquier residente del Distrito podrá obtener un estado de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha elección en el sitio web del distrito escolar www. valleystreamschool district24.org, en la Biblioteca Henry Waldinger Memorial durante su horario habitual de apertura, situada en 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, Nueva York, en el Centro Administrativo del Distrito Escolar, 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares en los que se imparten clases entre las 9h00 y las 16h00 horas, hora local, excepto los sábados, domingos y festivos:

1. Escuela Brooklyn Avenue, situada en el 24 de Brooklyn Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York;

2. la Escuela William L. Buck, situada en el 75 de Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York; y

3. la Escuela Robert W. Carbonaro, situada en el 50 de Hungry Harbor Road, Valley Stream, Nueva York.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con el artículo 495 de la Ley del Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exenciones. Dicho informe de exenciones, que también formará parte del presupuesto definitivo, indicará qué parte del valor catastral total que figura en el registro catastral definitivo utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exenta de impuestos, enumerará todos los tipos de exención concedidos, identificados por la autoridad legal, y

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mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado bien como importe en dólares del valor catastral, bien como porcentaje del valor catastral total que figura en el registro; (b) el importe acumulado que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención en concepto de pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulado de todas las exenciones concedidas. El informe de exenciones se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web mantenido por el Distrito.

Y POR LA PRESENTE

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de voto por correo y voto anticipado podrán obtenerse durante el horario de atención al público de la escuela en la oficina del secretario del Distrito a partir del 20 de abril de 2026. De conformidad con los artículos 2018a y 2018-e de la Ley de Educación, las solicitudes de voto por correo y voto anticipado cumplimentadas no podrán ser recibidas por el secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días antes de la elección, y deberán ser recibidas por el secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se va a enviar por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la papeleta se va a entregar personalmente al votante o al agente designado en la solicitud de voto por correo o voto anticipado. Las papeletas de voto por correo y anticipado deben ser recibidas por el secretario del distrito a más tardar a las 17h00 horas, hora local, del martes 19 de mayo de 2026.

La lista de personas a las que se hayan expedido papeletas de voto por correo, así como la lista de todas las personas a las que se hayan expedido papeletas de voto anticipado por correo, estarán a disposición de los votantes habilitados del Distrito para su consulta en la oficina del secretario del Distrito a partir del jueves 14 de mayo de 2026, entre las 9h00 y las 16h00 los días laborables previos al día fijado para las elecciones anuales y

el sábado 16 de mayo de 2026, previa cita concertada llamando al secretario del distrito al 516-434-2839, así como el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, día fijado para las elecciones. Cualquier votante habilitado podrá, tras examinar dichas listas, presentar una impugnación por escrito de la condición de votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre figure en dichas listas, indicando los motivos de dicha impugnación. Dicha impugnación por escrito será transmitida por el secretario del distrito o una persona designada por la Junta de Educación a los inspectores electorales el día de las elecciones.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente inscritos pueden solicitar su inscripción como votantes habilitados del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream n.º 24 solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de inscripción al secretario del distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a districtclerk@vs24. org o por fax al 516256-0163. La solicitud de inscripción puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir el formulario de inscripción por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de inscripción de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del secretario del distrito a más tardar a las 17h00 horas del 23 de abril de 2026.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los votantes militares que sean votantes habilitados del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream n.º 24 pueden solicitar un formulario de solicitud de papeleta militar al secretario del distrito y devolver dicho formulario al secretario del distrito en persona, por correo electrónico a districtclerk@vs24.org o por fax al 516-2560163. Para que se expida una papeleta electoral militar a un votante militar, debe recibirse una solicitud válida de papeleta electoral militar en la oficina del secretario del distrito a más tardar a las 17h00 horas del 23 de abril de 2026. Las solicitudes de papeleta electoral militar recibidas de conformidad con lo

anterior se tramitarán de la misma manera que una solicitud de papeleta electoral no militar en virtud de la sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de papeleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la papeleta por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de papeleta militar y la papeleta militar del votante militar deben devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina del secretario del distrito, situada en 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada firmada por el votante que se requiere.

Y POR LA PRESENTE

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las papeletas militares se contarán si son recibidas por el secretario del distrito antes del cierre de las urnas el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, y muestran un sello del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o muestran un endoso con fecha de recepción por parte de otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o recibidas a más tardar a las 17h00 del martes 19 de mayo de 2026, y firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo, con una fecha que se compruebe que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, de conformidad con una norma aprobada por la Junta de Educación en virtud del artículo 2035 de la Ley de Educación de Nueva York, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para modificar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o una emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley exija que figure en la convocatoria de la reunión anual y las elecciones, deberá presentarse ante el secretario del distrito en 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 17h00, hora local, del 18 de febrero de 2026. Cualquier otra petición, salvo aquellas que la ley exija que figuren en la Convocatoria de la Asamblea Anual y las Elecciones, deberá presentarse ante el secretario del distrito en 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 17h00, hora local, del

20 de marzo de 2026. Todas estas peticiones deben estar escritas a máquina o impresas en inglés; deben dirigirse al secretario del distrito escolar; deben estar firmadas por al menos cien (100) votantes habilitados del distrito (lo que represente el mayor de 100 o el 5 % del número de votantes que votaron en las elecciones anuales anteriores); y deben indicar de forma legible el nombre de cada firmante. No obstante, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para someter a los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo objeto no esté dentro de las competencias de los votantes para decidir, ni ninguna propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que aquellos votantes que deseen obtener información sobre esta votación presupuestaria y estas elecciones en español deben ponerse en contacto con la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito al 516-4342839.

Jennie L. Padilla Secretaria del Distrito de la Junta de Educación DISTRITO ESCOLAR

INDEPENDIENTE de Valley Stream N.º 24 75 Horton Avenue, Valley Stream, Nueva York 159365

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Valley Stream Central High School District, Nassau County, New York, will be held in the James A. Dever School for District No. 13 on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM prevailing time, in the William L. Buck School for District No. 24 on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM, prevailing time, and for District No. 30 in the Shaw Avenue School on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM, prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.

1. To present to the voters a detailed

statement (proposed budget) of the amount of money which will be required for the 2026 –27 fiscal year.

2. To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the Budget Vote and Election to be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

3. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting pursuant to Education Law of the State of New York and acts amendatory thereto.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said Budget Vote and Election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in such districts and at such time as enumerated below:

District No. 13: Between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. (prevailing time)

District No. 24: Between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. (prevailing time)

District No. 30: Between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. (prevailing time) at which time the polls will be open to vote by voting machines upon the following items:

1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2026 – 27 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To authorize the Board of Education to establish a Capital Reserve Fund for the purpose of financing capital improvements to District facilities and sites, including but not limited to additions, reconstruction, renovation, rehabilitation, expansion and equipping of District buildings and grounds; site work and improvements; parking areas and paving; sidewalks and curbing; drainage and utility infrastructure; ADA features; auditoriums; ceilings; computer and technology systems; data and communication networks; doors; mechanical, electrical, plumbing and sanitary systems; energy management and conservation systems; exterior and interior lighting; fencing; flooring; fire safety and suppression systems; heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems; gymnasiums;

masonry; roofs; security systems; toilet rooms; walls; windows; furnishings and equipment permanently affixed to buildings, and similar projects together with architectural, engineering and other incidental costs related thereto; with the ultimate amount of such Capital Reserve Fund to be $15,000,000, plus accumulated interest, and with a term of fifteen (15) years, to be funded by transfers of unappropriated fund balance from the District’s general fund and interest earned thereon.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register.

In District No. 13, all qualified voters of the District pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law may register at the Wheeler Avenue School, the James A. Dever School, the Howell Road School and the Willow Road School, on any school day prior to Tuesday, May 12, 2026, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., prevailing time. The Board of Registration shall meet on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the register to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared.

In District No. 30, the Board of Registration

will meet for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law at the Clear Stream Avenue School, the Shaw Avenue School, and the Forest Road School, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the register to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared. In addition, open registration will be conducted through Tuesday, May 12, 2026, during the hours for enrollment of children for a school term at each of the District schools and between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, at each of the school buildings.

In District No. 24, for the purpose of registering all qualified voters, the Board of Registration will conduct a continuous registration of the qualified voters during the hours of enrollment of children for a school term at the principal’s office of each schoolhouse and at the office of the District Clerk of District No. 24 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., prevailing time. The Board of Registration shall meet on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., prevailing time, at the William L. Buck School, to add any additional names to the register to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared.

The registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the

district offices of Union Free School Districts No. 13, No. 24 and No. 30, Valley Stream, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays prior to the vote, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., prevailing time, beginning Thursday, May 14, 2026, and Saturday, May 16, 2026 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., prevailing time, at the District Office, and at the polling place(s) on the day of the vote.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law § 2014, the Board of Registration will meet on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, in District No. 13, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, in District No. 24, and between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, in District No. 30, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2027, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared, or any special district meeting held after Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at (516) 872 – 5628 for information about accessibility.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 6, 2026 public budget hearing for School District No. 24 and School District No. 30, and the May 11, 2026 public budget hearing for School District

Public Notices

No. 13, a copy of the proposed budget will be made available, upon request, to residents of School District No. 13, School District No. 24, and School District No. 30, by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, One Kent Road, Valley Stream, New York. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website www.vschsd.org, at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library during its normal hours of operation, located at 60 Verona Plaza, Valley Stream, New York, and at each schoolhouse in the High School District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

AND FURTHER NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report. Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted. The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours from the District Clerks in Union Free School Districts No. 13, No. 24, and No. 30, beginning Monday, April 20, 2026.

In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after Thursday, May 14, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education, to the inspectors of election, on election day.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Valley Stream Union Free School Districts No. 13, No. 24, or No. 30, by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk of the respective District in person, by email, or fax. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Valley Stream Union Free School Districts No. 13, No. 24, and No. 30, may request an application for a military ballot in person, by email, or by fax, during school business hours, from the District Clerks in the Union Free School Districts No. 13, No. 24, and No. 30. 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 23, 2026.

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 Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 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 Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to amend the budget, or otherwise to be submitted for voting at said election, must be filed with the District Clerk, Board of Education at the District Office, One Kent Road, Valley Stream, New York, to permit notice of the proposition to be included with the Notice of the Public Hearing, Budget Vote and Election required by Section 2004 of the Education Law on or before Friday, March 20, 2026, no later than 4:00 p.m., prevailing time. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least 123 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 5% of the number of voters who voted in

the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at (516) 872 –5628 SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICTS

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Election Districts have been established in the School District. The Boundaries of the Election Districts, as adopted by resolution of the Board of Education, and the place in each election district for voting shall be as follows:

13-1: The place of voting is the Wheeler Avenue School;

13-2: The place of voting is the James A. Dever School;

13-3: The place of voting is the Howell Road School;

13-4: The place of voting is the Willow Road School

24-1: The place of voting is the South Corona Avenue Firehouse, between Jamaica Avenue and Hawthorne Avenue;

24-2: The place of voting is the William L. Buck School;

24-3: The place of voting is the Brooklyn Avenue School;

24-4: The place of voting is the Robert W. Carbonaro School;

30-1: The place of voting is the Clear Stream Avenue School;

30-2: The place of voting is the Forest Road School;

30-3: The place of voting is the Shaw Avenue School.

Dated: March 26, 2026

By Order of the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE

VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT Valley Stream, New York Dina Innella, District Clerk 159379

LEGAL NOTICE AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN PRESUPUESTARIA Y ELECCIÓN DISTRITO ESCOLAR CENTRAL VALLEY STREAM CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

SE NOTIFICA de que se celebrará una audiencia pública de los votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar De Secundaria Central de Valley Stream, condado de Nassau, Nueva York, en la escuela James A. Dever del Distrito Nº 13 el miércoles 6 de Mayo del 2026 a las 7:30pm, en la escuela William escuela William L. Buck del Distrito Nº 24, el miércoles, 6 de Mayo del 2026 a las 7:30pm, hora vigente, y para el Distrito Nº 30 en la Shaw Avenue School el Martes 12 de Mayo del 2026 a las 7:30pm, hora local vigente, para la transacción de los negocios autorizados por la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, incluyendo los siguientes puntos.

1. Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (presupuesto propuesto) sobre la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año fiscal 202627 .

2. Debatir todos los puntos aquí establecidos, que serán votados por máquina de votación, en la Votación y Elección Presupuestaria que se celebrará el Martes 19 de Mayo del 2026.

3. Realizar otros asuntos que debidamente se presenten ante la reunión conforme a la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York y actos enmiendos a la misma.

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que dicha votación presupuestaria y elección se celebrarán el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, en los distritos y en el momento que se enumera a continuación:

Distrito Nº 13: Entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. (hora local vigente)

Distrito Nº 24: Entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. (hora local vigente)

Distrito Nº 30 Entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m. (hora local vigente)

En ese momento, las urnas estarán abiertas a votación mediante máquinas de votación según los siguientes puntos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 2026-27 y autorizar que la parte requerida se recaude, mediante impuestos, sobre los bienes sujetos a impuestos del Distrito.

2. Autorizar a la Junta de Educación a establecer un Fondo de Reserva de Capital con el fin de financiar mejoras de capital en las instalaciones y sitios del Distrito, incluyendo, pero no limitado a, ampliaciones, reconstrucción, renovación, rehabilitación, ampliación y equipamiento de los edificios y terrenos del Distrito; obras y mejoras del sitio; áreas de aparcamiento y pavimentación; aceras y bordillos; infraestructura de drenaje y servicios; Características de la ADA; auditorios; techos; sistemas informáticos y tecnológicos; redes de datos y comunicación; puertas; sistemas mecánicos, eléctricos, de fontanería y sanitarios; sistemas de gestión y conservación de energía; iluminación exterior e interior; esgrima; suelo; sistemas de seguridad y supresión contra incendios; sistemas de calefacción, ventilación y aire acondicionado; gimnasios; mampostería; tejados; sistemas de seguridad; aseos; muros; ventanas; mobiliario y equipamiento permanentemente fijados a los edificios, y proyectos similares junto con costes arquitectónicos, de ingeniería y otros relacionados con ellos; con la cantidad final de dicho Fondo de Reserva de Capital de 15,000,000 de dólares, más intereses acumulados, y con un plazo de quince (15) años, que se financiará mediante transferencias del saldo del fondo no asignado del fondo general del Distrito y los intereses generados en él.

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio ya sea

conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en alguna reunión anual o especial de distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años naturales, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse.

En el Distrito Nº 13, todos los votantes cualificados del Distrito conforme al § 2014 de la Ley de Educación pueden registrarse en Wheeler Avenue School, James A. Dever School, Howell Road School y la Willow Road School, en cualquier día escolar anterior al Martes 12 de Mayo de1 2026, entre las 8:00 y las 3:30pm, Prevaleciendo. La Junta de Registro se reunirá el Martes 12 del Mayo de 2026, entre las 5:00pm y las 9:00pm , hora local vigente, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional al registro que se utilice en dicha elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se le conozca, o se ha probado, a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro, que tiene derecho a votar en esa audiencia pública o elección para la que se preparen dichos registros.

En el Distrito Nº 30, la Junta de Registro se reunirá con el propósito de registrar a todos los votantes cualificados del Distrito conforme al § 2014 de la Ley de Educación en Clear Stream Avenue School, Shaw Avenue School y la Forest Road School, el Martes 12 de Mayo del 2026, entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. el momento vigente, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional al Registro que se utilice en dicha elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho Registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa, o se demuestre a

satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en dicha audiencia pública o elección para que dichos registros se preparen. Además, la inscripción abierta se realizará hasta el Martes 12 de Mayo del 2026, durante el horario de inscripción de los niños para un trimestre escolar en cada una de las escuelas del Distrito y entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora predominante, en cada uno de los edificios escolares.

En el Distrito nº 24, con el fin de registrar a todos los votantes cualificados, la Junta de Registro realizará un registro continuo de los votantes cualificados durante el horario de inscripción de los niños durante un trimestre escolar en la oficina del director de cada escuela y en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Nº 24 entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 3:00 p.m., Prevaleciendo. La Junta de Registro se reunirá el Lunes 11 de Mayo del 2026, a las 5:30pm, hora local vigente, en la Escuela William L. Buck, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional al registro que se utilice en dicha elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dicho Registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se le conozca, o se ha probado, a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro, que tiene derecho a votar en esa audiencia pública o elección para la que se preparen dichos registros. Los registros así preparados conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 se archivarán en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en las oficinas distritales de los Distritos Escolares Union Free Nº 13, Nº 24 y Nº 30, Valley Stream, Nueva York, y estarán abiertos para su inspección por cualquier votante cualificado del Distrito los días laborables previos a la votación, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 15:00, hora vigente, comenzando el Jueves 14 de Mayo del 2026 , y el Sábado 16 de Mayo de 2026 , entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 12:00 p.m., hora local vigente, en la Oficina del Distrito y en el/los centros de votacion en el día de la votación.

SE HACE SABER

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ADICIONALMENTE de que, conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York § 2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el Martes 19 de Mayo del 2026, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora local vigente, en el Distrito Nº 13, entre las 7:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora local vigente, en el Distrito No. 24, y entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora local vigente, en el Distrito Nº 30, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la reunión anual y elección que se celebrará en 2027, y en cualquier reunión extraordinaria que se celebre después de la preparación de dicho Registro, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a voto en la reunión o elección escolar para la que se prepare dicho Registro, o en cualquier reunión especial del distrito celebrada después del Martes 19 de Mayo del 2026.

SE HACE SABER ADICIONALMENTE de que los votantes cualificados con discapacidad que soliciten información sobre el acceso a los colegios electorales pueden, antes del día de la votación, contactar con el Secretaria del Distrito en el (516) 872 – 5628 para obtener información sobre accesibilidad.

SE HACE SABER ADICIONALMENTE de que, a partir de siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia presupuestaria pública del 6 de Mayo de 2026 para el Distrito Escolar Nº 24 y el Distrito Escolar Nº 30, y la audiencia presupuestaria pública del 11 de Mayo de 2026 para el Distrito Escolar Nº 13, una copia del presupuesto propuesto estará disponible, previa solicitud, para los residentes del Distrito Escolar Nº 13, Distrito Escolar Nº 24 y Distrito Escolar Nº 30, compareciendo en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, One Kent Road, Valley Stream, Nueva York. Además, cualquier residente del distrito puede obtener un estado de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente durante los catorce (14) días

inmediatamente previos a dicha elección en la página web del distrito escolar www.vschsd.org, en la Biblioteca Conmemorativa Henry Waldinger durante su horario habitual de funcionamiento, situada en 60 Verona Plaza, Valley Stream, Nueva York, y en cada escuela del Distrito de Escuelas Secundarias entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora predominante, excepto Sábados, Domingos y Festivos.

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ADICIONALMENTE de que, conforme a la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Inmuebles, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención. Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en el registro final de evaluación utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, listará todos los tipos de exenciones concedidas identificadas por la autoridad legal y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un importe en dólares de valor impositivado o como un porcentaje del valor total impuesto sobre el registro de evaluacion; (b) la cantidad acumulada que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones concedidas. El informe de exención se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para los avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web gestionado por el Distrito.

SE HACE SABER ADICIONALMENTE de que las solicitudes para votos por correo anticipado y por correo estarán disponibles durante el horario laboral escolar de los Secretarios de Distrito de los Distritos Escolares Union Free Nº 13, Nº 24 y Nº 30, a partir del Lunes 20 de Abril del 2026. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación §§ 2018-a y 2018-e, las solicitudes completadas de voto por correo y por correo

anticipado no pueden ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días antes de la elección, y deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se va a enviar al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la papeleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de voto por correo o por correo anticipado. Las papeletas por correo y por correo anticipado deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00pm, hora local vigente, del Martes 19 de Mayo del 2026.

Una lista de personas a quienes se hayan emitido papeletas de voto por correo, y una lista de todas las personas a quienes se hayan entregado las papeletas anticipadas de votantes por correo, estará disponible para su inspección para votantes cualificados del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del Jueves 14 de Mayo de 2026, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. los días laborables previos al día fijado para las elecciones anuales y el Martes 19 de Mayo de 2026, día fijado para la elección. Cualquier votante cualificado podrá, tras examinar dichas listas, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las cualificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dichas listas, exponiendo los motivos de dicha impugnación. Cualquier impugnación por escrito será transmitida por el Secretario del Distrito o por un representante de la Junta de Educación, a los inspectores electorales, el día de las elecciones.

solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00pm el 23 de Abril del 2026.

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que los votantes militares que sean votantes cualificados de los Distritos Escolares Libres Union de Valley Stream Nº 13, Nº 24 y Nº 30, podrán solicitar una solicitud de voto militar en persona, por correo electrónico o fax, durante el horario escolar, a los secretarios del distrito de los distritos escolares libres de Union 13, Nº 24 y Nº 30. Para que un votante militar reciba una papeleta militar, debe recibirse una solicitud válida de papeleta militar en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 horas del 23 de Abril del 2026.

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que las papeletas militares deberán ser consultadas si el Secretario del Distrito las recibe antes del cierre de las urnas el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, mostrando una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o mostrando una avalación fechada de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o recibidas no más tarde de las 5:00pm del Martes, 19 de Mayo del 2026, firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se determina no más tarde que el día anterior a las elecciones.

local vigente. Todas estas peticiones deben estar mecanografiadas o impresas en inglés; debe dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; debe estar firmado por al menos 123 votantes cualificados del Distrito (representando el mayor de los 25 o el 5% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); y debe indicar legiblemente el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las competencias de los votantes, ni ninguna propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta votación presupuestaria y elección en español deben contactar con la Oficina del Secretaria del Distrito en el (516) 872 – 5628 DISTRITOS ELECTORALES ESCOLARES

ASIMISMO, SE INFORMA de que los Distritos Electorales han sido establecidos en el Distrito Escolar. Los límites de los distritos electorales, adoptados por resolución de la Junta de Educación, y el lugar en cada distrito electoral para votar serán los siguientes:

13-1: El lugar de votación es la Wheeler Avenue School;

13-2: El lugar de votación es la Escuela James A. Dever;

30-2: El lugar de votación es la Escuela Forest Road;

30-3: El lugar de votación es la Shaw Avenue School. Fecha: 26 de Marzo del 2026

Por orden de la JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR CENTRAL VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Valley Stream, Nueva York Dina Innella, Secretaria del Distrito 159393

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Pltf. vs. SOLANGE ALEXANDRE, Deft. Index #611420/2024. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Dec. 22, 2025, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on April 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 1933 Franklin Road, Valley Stream, NY 11580 a/k/a Section 37, Block 611, Lot 14. Said property beginning at a point on the Southwesterly side of Franklin Road, distant 723.99 ft. Southeasterly as measured along said side of Franklin Road from the easterly end of the curve having a radius of 20 ft. connecting the Southwesterly side of Franklin Road with the with the easterly side of Everitt Street, being a plot 52 ft. x 95 ft. Approximate amount of judgment is $629,884.49 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. BRIAN J. DAVIS, Referee. HILL WALLACK LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 261 Madison Avenue, 9th Floor, Ste. 940-941, New York, NY 10016. File No. 17511-5590 - #102785 159113

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que, conforme a una norma adoptada por la Junta de Educación de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2035, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para enmendar el presupuesto, o que se someta a votación en dicha elección, debe presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito de la Junta de Educación de la Oficina del Distrito, One Kent Road, Valley Stream, Nueva York, para permitir que el aviso de la propuesta se incluya con el Aviso de Audiencia Pública, Votación Presupuestaria y Elección requerido por la Sección 2004 de la Ley de Educación a fecha de Viernes 20 de Marzo del 2026, a más tardar a las 4:00, hora

13-3: El lugar de votación es la Howell Road School;

13-4: El lugar de votación es la Willow Road School

24-1: El lugar de votación es el Parque de Bomberos de South Corona Avenue, entre Jamaica Avenue y Hawthorne Avenue;

ASIMISMO SE INFORMA de que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados en los Distritos Escolares Libres Union Valley Stream Nº 13, Nº 24 o Nº 30, solicitando y enviando una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito correspondiente en persona, por correo electrónico, O fax. La solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la To place a notice

24-2: El lugar de votación es la Escuela William L. Buck;

24-3: El lugar de votación es la Brooklyn Avenue School;

24-4: El lugar de votación es la Escuela Robert W. Carbonaro;

30-1: El lugar de votación es la Clear Stream Avenue School;

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BNC1, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL R. HIGGINS; IF LIVING, AND IF HE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 7, 2022, and Decision + Order On Motion duly entered on February 2, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 22, 2026 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 9 Jasper Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 37, Block 458 and Lot 156. Approximate amount of judgment is $577,472.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 608825/2018. Geri Friedman, Esq., Referee Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank Street, Suite 700, White Plains, New York 10606, Attorneys for Plaintiff 158996

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-WM1, ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, -againstOMONUWA OMOGUN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on September 30, 2024, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES

2007-WM1, ASSET BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES is the Plaintiff and OMONUWA OMOGUN, 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 April 23, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2 WALLACE COURT, VALLEY STREAM, NY 11580; and the following tax map identification: 37-33602-38. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 001570/2016. Ronald J. Ferraro, 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. 159127

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for WaMu Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005-PR4 Trust, Plaintiff AGAINST Michael C. Browne a/k/a Michael Browne; Simone Johnson a/k/a Simone Sancha Johnson a/k/a Simone Browne; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 20, 2020, amended May 18, 2022 and May 15, 2025, 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

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April 30, 2026, at 2:30 PM, premises known as 20 Charles Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Rosedale, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, District 16 Section 37 Block 470 Lot 5. Approximate amount of judgment

$402,541.67 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 612120/2018.

Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Joseph Trotti, 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 6, 2026 159088

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for the Certificateholders of the Soundview Home Loan Trust 2005-DO1, AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2005-DO1, Plaintiff AGAINST Vester Rivera, et al, Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 8, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, North sides of the steps, Mineola, NY 11501 on April 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM premises known as 33 Ridgewood Street, 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 County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION 37, BLOCK: 310, LOT: 58. Approximate amount of judgment is $541,611.59 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 616858/2018. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasur y’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network

Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Scott Siller, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-087679-F00 89414 159047

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU

NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing, Plaintiff AGAINST

Vishal Dan; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 3, 2025, 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 April 28,2026, at 2:00 PM, premises known as 122 Rockaway Parkway, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situated, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 37 Block 90 Lots 110 & 248.

Approximate amount of judgment $458,688.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 600396/2020. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine”

Anthony C. Curcio, 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 3, 2026 159086

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

NASSAU COUNTY STATE OF NEW YORK

MORTGAGE AGENCY, Plaintiff against TONY SHIWPRASHAD, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 19, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on May 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 58 N Montgomery St, Valley Stream, NY 11580-3805. Sec 37 Block 238 Lot 131. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $271,844.88 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 615072/2024.

During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”

Howard E Colton, Esq., Referee File # NY202400000148-1 159299

LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF OBJECT OF ACTION STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU ACTION TO FORECLOSE A TAX LIEN INDEX NO.: 611088/2024, CHRISTIANA TRUST AS CUSTODIAN FOR GSRAN-Z LLC, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OF ALICE KOLLER AND ALL PERSONS THAT MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN THE COMPLAINT BY, THROUGH OR UNDER ANY OF THE FOREGOING (THE AFORESAID UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES BEING ALL SUCH HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY NAMED AS A DEFENDANT HEREIN-THE IDENTITY AND ADDRESSES OF ALL THE FOREGOING NOT BEING KNOWN TO PLAINTIFF) and THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OF JOHN KOLLER (AKA JOHN E. KOLLER) AND ALL PERSONS THAT MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN THE COMPLAINT BY, THROUGH OR UNDER ANY OF THE FOREGOING (THE AFORESAID UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES BEING ALL SUCH HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY NAMED AS A DEFENDANT HEREIN-THE IDENTITY AND ADDRESSES OF ALL THE FOREGOING NOT BEING KNOWN TO PLAINTIFF), Defendants. PREMISES SUBJECT TO TAX LIEN: 45 Bismark Ave., South Valley Stream, NY 11581, Section 39, Block 020, Lot 296 (Group Lot: 296-297). TO THE ABOVE NAMED

DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve

notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exc1usive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property.

NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: March 27, 2026. Michael Ehrenreich, Attorney for Plaintiff, 555 Willow Ave., Cedarhurst, NY, (516) 942-4216. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of HON.

JEFFREY A. GOODSTEIN of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated March 13, 2026. Such order and the Complaint in this action are filed in the office of the Nassau County Clerk, in Mineola, NY. The object of this action is to foreclose a tax lien on the premises identified above. 159236

LEGAL NOTICE BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026 AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF ITS ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT WITHIN THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $1,000,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $1,000,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality review relating to the Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with its road improvement project within the Village (the

“Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $1,000,000, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof includes the issuance of $1,000,000 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $1,000,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $1,000,000 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the limitations of subdivision 20 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is ten (10) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without limitation of rate or amount. The faith and

credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village. The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this

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resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if:

(a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or (b) the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c)such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2.

Section 9. This resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law.

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon its adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK ESTOPPEL NOTICE

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for

which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159524

LEGAL NOTICE

BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026 AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF ITS JUDGMENTS, COMPROMISED CLAIMS OR SETTLED CLAIMS RESULTING FROM COURT ORDERS ON PROCEEDINGS BROUGHT PURSUANT TO ARTICLE SEVEN OF THE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW WITHIN THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $488,478.66, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $488,478.66 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality

review relating to the Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with its judgments, compromised claims or settled claims resulting from court orders on proceedings brought pursuant to article seven of the real property tax law within the Village (including SCAR settlements and as authorized in resolutions 020/23, 139/25, 085/25, 179/25, 192/25, 114/24 and 205/25) (the “Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $488,478.66, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof includes the issuance of $488,478.66 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $488,478.66 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby

determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $488,478.66 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the limitations of subdivision 33 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is five (5) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will not exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without limitation of rate or amount. The faith and credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt

service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village.

The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or (b) the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c) such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2. Section 9. This

resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon its adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK

ESTOPPEL NOTICE

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159522

LEGAL NOTICE

BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026

AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF THE INSTALLATION OR RECONSTRUCTION OF HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS NOT IN CONNECTION WITH

THE ORIGINAL CONSTRUCTION OR RECONSTRUCTION OF SUCH BUILDING WITHIN THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $350,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $350,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality review relating to the Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with the installation or reconstruction of heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems not in connection with the original construction or reconstruction of such building at Village Hall

and the Village Library within the Village (the “Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $350,000, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof includes the issuance of $350,000 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $350,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $350,000 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the limitations of subdivision 13 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is ten (10) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without

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limitation of rate or amount. The faith and credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village. The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity

of the bonds authorized by this resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or (b) the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c) such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2.

Section 9. This resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law.

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon it adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK

ESTOPPEL NOTICE

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations

were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159526

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LEGAL NOTICE

BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026

AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF THE EMBELLISHMENT OF PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS AND RECREATIONAL AREAS WITHIN THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $135,000, APPROPRIATINGSAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $135,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality review relating to the

Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with the embellishment of parks, playgrounds and recreational areas at Fireman’s Field within the Village (the “Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $135,000, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof includes the issuance of $135,000 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $135,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $135,000 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the

limitations of subdivision 19 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is fifteen (15) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without limitation of rate or amount. The faith and credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale

and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village. The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal.

Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or (b) the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c)such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2.

Section 9. This resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such

publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law.

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon its adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK ESTOPPEL NOTICE

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159525

LEGAL NOTICE

ASSESSOR’S NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF THE FINAL ASSESSMENT ROLL THE ASSESSOR OF THE COUNTY OF NASSAU HEREBY GIVES NOTICE that he has completed the 2026/2027 final assessment roll, which will be used for the 2027 levy of Town and County Taxes in the Towns of Hempstead, North Hempstead and Oyster Bay, and the City of Glen Cove and the City of Long Beach, and for the 2026/2027 levy of school taxes in such Towns and in the City of Long Beach. A certified electronic copy of the roll was filed with the Department of Assessment on April 1,

2026. The electronic roll may be examined on public terminals located in the offices of:

DEPARTMENT OF ASSESSMENT NASSAU COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING 240 OLD COUNTRY ROAD, FOURTH FLOOR MINEOLA, NY 11501 where the same will remain open for public inspection for fifteen days.

Dated this 1st day of April 2026.

JOSEHA A. ADAMO Assessor, Nassau County 159474

LEGAL NOTICE

BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026 AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF (A) A BUS HAVING A SEATING CAPACITY OF AT LEAST TEN PERSONS, AND (B) REPLACEMENT OF TWO PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVING A SEATING CAPACITY OF LESS THAN TEN PERSONS FOR THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $390,000, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $390,000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality review relating to the Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance

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Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with (a) a bus having a seating capacity of at least ten persons, and (b) replacement of two passenger vehicles having a seating capacity of less than ten persons for the Village (the “Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $390,000, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof includes the issuance of $390,000 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $390,000 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $390,000 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the

limitations of subdivisions 29 and 77 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is three (3) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will not exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without limitation of rate or amount. The faith and credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale

and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village.

The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or (b) the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c) such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2.

Section 9. This resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and

hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law.

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon its adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK ESTOPPEL NOTICE

The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159520

LEGAL NOTICE BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 2026 AUTHORIZING THE FINANCING OF JUDGMENTS OR COMPROMISED OR SETTLED CLAIMS AGAINST THE VILLAGE, STATING THE MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $201,877.73, APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT THEREFOR, AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF

$201,877.73 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID VILLAGE TO FINANCE SAID APPROPRIATION. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM (THE “VILLAGE”), IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of all members of said Village Board) AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued by this bond resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions prescribed in Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law, all regulations promulgated thereunder by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and all applicable Federal laws and regulations in connection with environmental quality review relating to the Project (collectively, the “Environmental Compliance Proceedings”). In the event that any of the Environmental Compliance Proceedings are not completed, or require amendment or modification subsequent to the date of adoption of this resolution, the Board of Trustees of the Village will re-adopt, amend or modify this resolution prior to the issuance of obligations authorized to be issued herein upon the advice of bond counsel. It is hereby determined by the Board of Trustees of the Village that the Purpose (defined below) will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. The Village is hereby authorized to incur and finance the costs associated with its judgments or compromised or settled claims against the Village authorized by resolutions 057/25, 129/25, 169/25, 187/25, 011/26, and 103/25 (the “Purpose”). The estimated maximum cost of said class of objects or purposes, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $201,877.73, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. The financing thereof

includes the issuance of $201,877.73 serial bonds of the Village to finance said appropriation and the levy and collection of taxes on all taxable real property in the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same become due and payable.

Section 3. Serial bonds of the Village in the principal amount of $201,877.73 are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the State of New York (herein called the “Law”) to finance said appropriation.

Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and declared:

(a) The period of probable usefulness of the Purpose for which said $201,877.73 serial bonds authorized pursuant to this resolution are to be issued, within the limitations of subdivision 33 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Law, is five (5) years.

(b) The proposed maturity of the bonds authorized by this resolution will not exceed five (5) years. It is hereby further determined that the foregoing is not an assessable improvement.

Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds shall contain the recital of validity as prescribed by Section 52.00 of the Law and said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, shall be obligations of the Village, payable as to both principal and interest by a general tax levied and collected from all the taxable real property within the Village without limitation of rate or amount. The faith and credit of the Village are hereby irrevocably pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of and interest on said bonds and any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and provision shall be made annually in the budget

of the Village by appropriation for (a) amortization and redemption of the bonds and any notes in anticipation thereof to mature in such year and (b) the payment of interest to be due and payable in such year.

Section 6. Subject to the provisions of this resolution and of the Law, and pursuant to the provisions of Section 21.00, Section 30.00, Section 50.00, Sections 56.00 to 60.00 and Section 63.00 of the Law, the powers and duties of the Village Board relative to authorizing the issuance of any notes in anticipation of the sale of the bonds herein authorized, or the renewals thereof, determining whether to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, prescribing the terms, form and contents of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, and any other powers or duties pertaining to or incidental to the sale and issuance of the bonds herein authorized, bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals thereof, are hereby delegated to the Village Treasurer, as the chief fiscal officer of the Village. The Village Treasurer is hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the Village all serial bonds issued pursuant to this Resolution and all bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the issuance of such serial bonds, and the Village Clerk is hereby authorized to affix the seal of the Village to all such serial bonds and all such bond anticipation notes and to attest such seal. Each interest coupon, if any, representing interest payable on such serial bonds shall be authenticated by the facsimile signature of the Village Treasurer.

Section 7. The validity of the bonds authorized by this resolution and of any notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds, may be contested only if: (a) such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said Village is not authorized to expend money, or

(b) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or (c)such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.

Section 8. This resolution shall constitute the declaration of the Village’s “official intent” to reimburse expenditures authorized by Section 2 with proceeds of the Bonds and notes, as required by United States Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2.

Section 9. This resolution, when it takes effect, shall be published, in full or in summary form, in “Newsday,” a newspaper having a general circulation within said Village and hereby designated the official newspaper of the Village for such publication, together with a notice in substantially the form as prescribed by Section 81.00 of the Law.

Section 10. This resolution is adopted subject to permissive referendum and will take effect upon its adoption by the Board of Trustees and the expiration of the period prescribed in the Village Law during which petitions for a permissive referendum may be submitted and filed with the Village Clerk.

VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM, NEW YORK ESTOPPEL NOTICE The bond resolution published herewith was adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Valley Stream on March 2, 2026. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Valley Stream is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the publication of such resolution were not substantially complied with, and an action,

suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty (20) days after the date of publication of this notice, or if such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution of New York.

Date: April 9, 2026

James J. Hunter Village Clerk Village of Valley Stream, New York 159521

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT.

NASSAU COUNTY.

FNA DZ, LLC, Pltf. vs. 1033 N. FLETCHER LLC, et al, Defts. Index #608595/2024.

Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 24, 2026, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on May 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a Section 37, Block 624, Lot 52. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provided by law. The foreclosure sale will be held, “rain or shine.” SCOTT SILLER, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Dr., Great Neck, NY 11021. #102889 159539

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

Valley Stream, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 37 Block 87 Lots 9 & 10.

Approximate amount of judgment

$711,095.71 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 607989/2023. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine”.

Lawrence Schaffer, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624

(877) 430-4792

Dated: February 25, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO: 613530/2025

D/O/F: 06/24/2025

SUPPLEMENTAL

SUMMONS

Premises Address: 910 Downing Road, Valley Stream, NY 11580

Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the property is situate.

HEIR AND DISTRIBUTE FOR THE ESTATE OF HAJARA RATEB; AHMAD SHAKAB RATEB AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTE FOR THE ESTATE OF HAJARA RATEB; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; “JOHN DOES” and “JANE DOES”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises, and corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises, Defendant(s).

TO THE ABOVE-NAMED

the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

The following notice is intended only for the defendants who are owners of the premises sought to be foreclosed or who are liable upon the debt for which the mortgage stands as security.

YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

PLEASE BE AWARE:

The Valley Stream Fire Department, along with neighboring departments, worked to extinguish the blaze.

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee for American Home Mortgage Investment Trust 2005-4C, Plaintiff AGAINST Edwin Espana; Marvin Vargas; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 28, 2025, 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 May 11, 2026, at 2:00PM, premises known as 20 West Oxford Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements there erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of

AVAIL 3 LLC, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS ADMINISTRATOR OF RESTORATION III TRUST, Plaintiff, -againstUnknown heirs at law of HAJARA RATEB, her next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; JILLA NUSRATTY AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTE FOR THE ESTATE OF HAJARA RATEB; NABILLA RATEB AS

DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your Answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorneys within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the State, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered Mar. 26, 2026 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on March 5, 2026 in Instrument Number: 2025-14338, Book-M: VI-47882, Page 630, covering premises k/a 910 Downing Road, Valley Stream NY 11580 a/k/a Section 37, Block 627, Lot 64.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on

(1) that debt collectors, in accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq., are prohibited from engaging in abusive, deceptive, an unfair debt collection efforts, including, but not limited to: i. the use or threat of violence; ii. the use of obscene or profane language; and iii. repeated phone calls made with the intent to annoy, abuse, or harass.

(2) If a creditor or debt collector receives a money judgment against you in court, state and federal laws may prevent the following types of income from being taken to pay the debt:

1.Supplemental security income, (SSI); 2. Social security;

3. Public assistance (welfare); 4. Spousal support, maintenance (alimony) or child support; 5.Unemployment benefits; 6. Disability benefits; 7. Workers’

Fire damages multiple businesses in V.S.

A fire broke out on April 5 in Valley Stream, prompting a large emergency response, according to the Arson Bomb Squad.

Detectives said officers responded to 409 Rockaway Avenue at 5:26 p.m., where they found heavy smoke and flames coming from a building. The Valley Stream Fire Department, along with neighboring departments, worked to extinguish the blaze.

compensation benefits; 8. Public or private pensions; 9. Veterans’ benefits; 10. Federal student loans, federal student grants, and federal work study funds; and 11. Ninety percent of your wages or salary earned in the last sixty days.

TO THE DEFENDANTS: The Plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action. [SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]

TO THE DEFENDANTS:

If you have obtained an order of discharge from the Bankruptcy court, which includes this debt, and you have not reaffirmed your liability for this debt, this law firm is not alleging that you have any personal liability for this debt and does not seek a money judgment against you. Even if a

discharge has been obtained, this lawsuit to foreclose the mortgage will continue and we will seek a judgment authorizing the sale of the mortgaged premises.

Dated: Sandy J. Stolar, Esq. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 575 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 224 Syosset, New York 11791 516-921-3838 #102887 159483

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee for American Home Mortgage Investment Trust 2005-4C, Plaintiff

Four adjoining business units sustained severe damage. The Nassau County Fire Marshal and the Arson Bomb Squad responded to the scene. The Red Cross was notified and assisted displaced residents. No injuries were reported. Authorities said the fire is not considered suspicious at this time.

— Angelina Zingariello

Public Notices Public Notices

AGAINST Edwin Espana; Marvin Vargas; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 28, 2025, 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 May 11, 2026, at 2:00PM, premises known as 20 West Oxford Street, Valley Stream, NY 11580. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements there erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 37 Block 87 Lots 9 & 10. Approximate amount of judgment

$711,095.71 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 607989/2023. Foreclosure auction will be held “Rain or Shine”. Lawrence Schaffer, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: February 25, 2026

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Q. I saw a billboard and several TV commercials for something called “Let Them Build, NY,” and was wondering what you could tell me about it. The commercial said that there is an extra $82,000 spent on housing, per home, just due to government red tape. Is this true, and is anything being done about it?

A. There is plenty of finger-pointing in the construction industry, on top of the current cost increases due to tariffs, war and subsequent delivery costs due to higher fuel prices. But long before there were these current issues, government officials began, at every level, to either increase enforcement of existing regulations or to add regulations on top of what was already fairly complicated and burdensome.

Many years ago I was very active in the American Institute of Architects, to the point of being vice president of the Long Island chapter. I left them when I realized that they did not want to have the backbone to challenge, as a professional group, the regulations that cause construction and building design to become out of reach for a large segment of our population. In the years following, I daily encountered the thousands of building owners who never even attempted to comply with building regulations, basically skirting the entire permit process altogether because of the added expense.

The first and foremost expense is caused by the delays in getting through the approval process. There are so many reasons for the slowdown that it will take several columns, at 500 words apiece, to get through the long list of problems. If you ask a government official, they will point to the design professionals who “just can’t seem to get the regulations right” in their drawing submissions. I have often listened as officials complained to me about inadequate drawings being submitted. In all fairness, it is a two-way street, because the communications from officials back to the architects and engineers is often incoherent or incomplete.

When a plans examiner uses phrases like “demonstrate compliance” or “incomplete submission,” they are contributing to the problem, not solving it. Instead of pointing to specific sections of code and explaining the very specific problem, they communicate in generalities that are useless and cause a lot of extra work and discussion among the people trying to move a project forward. The phrase “If you aren’t part of the solution, you’re part of the problem” applies here.

I remember when a plans examiner would mark up and discuss specific drawings, and some even went the extra mile and pulled out their code books. In the era of computers, the internet and the “portal,” building officials often abbreviate and confuse both the professional and the customer by not pointing out that “the wording on Sheet 3 in the upper right-hand corner should state…” The lack of specifics creates lots of back-and-forth, delays and cost to the owner for the delays. Rent and taxes still need to be paid during the delays.

More to follow.

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Did I ever tell you about my grad school?

Rosemary and I and our son Sean recently visited the University of Notre Dame. In many ways it was a homecoming.

Rosemary, her mother and her sister graduated from St. Mary’s College, adjacent to Notre Dame, in the days before it accepted female students. Her father and two brothers are Notre Dame grads. Our daughter Erin and I graduated from Notre Dame Law School, and Sean earned his MBA from Notre Dame’s Mendoza School of Business. Sean is now an affiliated scholar at the university’s Liu Institute for Asian Affairs, and regularly lectures on Asian geopolitics and economic policy at the institute and the Mendoza School. When I was growing up as an IrishCatholic kid in blue-collar Queens, Notre Dame embodied Irish-Catholic immigrant success in becoming a part of the American fabric and achieving the American dream. That success was exemplified by Notre Dame’s fabled football teams, which dominated college

football during that era. Of course, there was and is more to the university than football. Notre Dame was founded at a time of severe anti-Catholic bias in the country, led by hate groups such as the Ku Klux Klan and the Know Nothing movement. There also was anti-Catholic bias in academia well into the 20th century, which Arthur Schlesinger Sr. described as “the anti-Semitism of intellectuals.”

My wife and I visited a university you may have heard of to watch our son in action.

Notre Dame, though, went beyond being a defensive religious fortress to making Catholic thought a part of American life, along with full acceptance of other religions, with open debate and finding common ground encouraged. Striking that balance can be difficult, but it is still working. Religious freedom was on display on the campus last year, when pro-Hamas demonstrations did not devolve into the antisemitic violence that occurred at other universities, such as Columbia. Students were given prescribed locations and time periods for demonstrations, and those who ignored them were arrested. The result was intelligent debate without violence.

Rosemary and I visited this year to meet with some of Sean’s academic colleagues and watch him in action. We

ialso walked around the campus, taking in iconic sights like the Golden Dome and rekindling old memories. On our first morning, we met with Frank Pomarico and his wife, Eileen. A Queens native and a graduate of St. Francis Prep, Frank was the captain of Notre Dame’s 1973 national champion football team, coached by the legendary Ara Parseghian. Frank and Eileen live in South Bend, and are amazingly friendly and interesting. It was a great way to start the day.

Then we walked over to the law school to meet with Diane Desierto, a professor of international law and human rights, a native of the Philippines, a friend of Sean’s and a true scholar. Desierto updated me on the state of the law school (all good), her strong belief that law students should be exposed to all sides of issues and that legal education must include a moral component.

We had lunch with Josh Gobel, a good friend and a longtime member of the South Bend Police Department who now works in the Notre Dame P.D. in various key capacities, including protecting visiting dignitaries, such as Supreme Court Justice Amy Cony Barrett — who

attended the law school at the same time as Erin. Great conversation with Josh, as always.

After a visit to the campus bookstore, Rosemary and I joined Sean at the Morris Inn on campus for dinner with Michel Hockx, a Chinese scholar and a professor at the Liu Institute, where Sean had just finished teaching a class. Hockx, who is originally from the Netherlands, has been teaching at Notre Dame for 10 years, and has worked with Sean on various projects. After dinner, we all walked to the Mendoza School to watch Sean give a lecture to a group of students preparing to visit Japan.

He discussed the intricacies of Japanese political, cultural and economic development since the end of World War II, the country’s relationship with the United States and the threats it faces from China. My biased opinion? A thoughtful, virtuoso performance. (He must have gotten it from Rosemary, who was a teacher.)

The next day we flew back to New York. Rosemary and I went home to Seaford, and Sean to his apartment in Manhattan — all three of us with new Notre Dame memories to share. And yes, Notre Dame football is still great. Go, Irish!

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Will there be a blue wave this fall?

Is this the year of the blue wave? Will it be a modified one or a total rout? Is there any chance of a red wave? Not likely. But, once again, we are facing a year in which the U.S. House of Representatives, and perhaps the Senate, are up for grabs, and the early odds favor the party that’s out of power.

We often refer to political prognosticating it as “reading the tea leaves.” But tea leaves are no longer the best way to pick winners and losers. There are now so many more sophisticated ways to handicap the races, some of which we have been used for years and others that are brand new. The media is dominated by daily polling announcements, and if you give the polls any credence, they spell bad news for President Trump and the candidates of his party.

Poll after poll, whether from the left or the right, seem to indicate that this may be a very bad year for Republicans.

You know that things look bad for them when Fox News consistently announces polls showing that everyday Republicans and independents are slowly moving away from long-favored party candidates. In addition, wellknown commentators such as Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson are predicting only bad things for the party come November.

i’ve seen many waves, red and blue, which are part of the ups and downs of politics.

The newest form of political projections is occurring on such outlets as Kalshi and Polymarket. On Kalshi, people trade contracts on the outcome of real-world events. They are deep into gambling on sports events, but lately have also been involved in betting on political events. Polymarket is built on a crypto platform. People bet on “yes” and “no” shares that reflect the feelings of the bettors and their inkling to pick winners. Both platforms have become highly controversial. Demands are being made for them to be regulated by Congress, but that won’t happen soon.

If you want to find more reliable trends, pay attention to what’s going on in Washington and around the country. This year, more than 30 Republican

members of the House have announced that they won’t seek re-election. Some are campaigning for Senate seats and others are running for governor, but the vast majority of the retirees have announced that they’re eager to spend more time with their families, the age-old excuse to get out of Washington.

At last count, there were 35 House seats up for reelection that were tilting toward the Democrats. If the blue wave is really going to happen, most of those seats will go to the Democrats. In 2025 the party won major races in Virginia, New Jersey and New York. This year, a number of Democrats have had upset wins in races for state House seats in districts that Trump won in 2024 by wide margins. If these victories are any indication of the national trend, it’s all bad news for the Republicans.

Up to a few months ago, there was little or no talk about Democrats having any chance to take over the U.S. Senate, but the latest polls seem to show a tightening of the races in Maine, North Carolina, Texas and Ohio. If Democrats can

pull off any upsets in these key states, Jon Ossoff can hold on to his seat in Georgia and a newcomer can win in Michigan, the party’s chances of capturing the Senate will improve remarkably. One of the more disturbing factors for Republicans is the fact that Trump hasn’t made any strong statements about his desire to see his party stay in power. He is promoting various ideas about how they can win at the ballot box, but any federal effort to take the power to oversee voting away from the states will likely be struck down as unconstitutional.

Having reached an advanced age, I’ve seen many waves, both red and blue. They sometimes last two years, and occasionally continue for four years. The swings back and forth between parties are part of the ups and downs of politics. So if it turns out that the Democrats have a great year, they’d better handle their newfound power very carefully, because two years can pass very quickly.

Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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The American people are fed up.

The chaos at our airports was awful, the Department of Homeland Security has not been fully funded during these very dangerous times, and the people are demanding that Immigration and Customs Enforcement live up to the standards of all other federal law enforcement agencies. They are sick and tired of the endless blame game. All across America, people are demanding that politicians put partisanship aside and work together to fix the very real problems we face. The anger and annoyance are real. And frankly, I agree.

That’s why I’ve introduced bipartisan legislation to immediately reopen DHS while advancing common-sense reforms to ICE. Alongside my Problem Solvers Caucus co-chair, Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, who served as an FBI agent for more than 15 years, I am trying to cut through the dysfunction, isolate the problem areas where negotiations have stalled and work together to actually get something done.

Our solution is common sense: fund the parts of the DHS where there are no disagreements, like disaster response and cybersecurity, and institute real reforms to ICE that most Americans have been hungering for. It only makes sense to hold ICE, a federal law-enforcement agency, to the same safety and accountability standards of every other bureau in the nation.

Calling us ‘Country Destroying, Radical Left Democrats’ doesn’t help.

That means body-camera and officer-identification requirements, higher training standards, a crackdown on roving patrols and limitations on agents wearing masks. The legislation would also lay out stronger warrant requirements and rules governing activity in sensitive locations to ensure that enforcement resources are focused on the “worst of the worst.”

It seems simple, but Congress has been in a political standoff that perfectly exemplifies what’s wrong with Washington. Let me explain.

The budget for the DHS is $97 billion. $87 billion of that funds everything from the TSA agents at our airports to Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster responses, cybersecurity units and the Coast Guard. The remaining $10 billion funds ICE.

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iam astonished to tell you that I just marked my 79th birthday.

No greetings and salutations, please. It’s a big number, and it weighs a ton. I’m standing on the threshold of lights-out and wondering how I got from then to now.

In 1949 I could walk under my parents’ dining room table. It was my special parlor trick. Then playground, school, dating, college, marriage, kids, grandkids and closing curtains.

I’m still short, but I can’t clear the tabletop. And that’s not all that has changed. Culture, politics, fashion, food and entertainment are often unrecognizable to me. Sometimes I feel estranged from “modern” life. As I write this out of my own brain, sharing my unadulterated, unimproved or revised thoughts, I’m being assaulted by prompts asking if I want “Copilot” to rework my sentences. I don’t know where Copilot came from and have no

Democrats have been saying for weeks that they will fund the $87 billion that doesn’t go to ICE right now. That would have ended the airport disaster, paid our TSA agents far earlier and kept the core functions of DHS operating. We would not vote to fund the other $10 billion for ICE, however, until there were real reforms.

While Republicans resisted at first, there was eventually enough consensus among both Democratic and Republican members of Congress to at least reopen the non-ICE agencies of DHS. But just as bipartisan negotiations in the Senate were making progress, President Trump intervened with a directive to his party: “No deals with the Democrats.”

To be precise, he outlawed deals with the “Crazy, Country Destroying, Radical Left Democrats.”

That’s outrageous. Once again, that’s politics getting in the way of progress. Finger-pointing has been all too prevalent.

I have built my career on finding common ground for the common good. It has always been my philosophy that I’ll work with anyone, regardless of political party, to get things done for my constituents. As co-chair of the biparti-

san Problem Solvers Caucus, I’ve worked with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to tackle the nation’s toughest issues. Just a few months ago we passed legislation out of the House that extended health care tax credits to prevent skyrocketing premiums for millions. Unfortunately, then as now, the president got in the way, changing the debate from bipartisan health care wins to Venezuela and Greenland before the Senate could close the deal.

I represent a district that voted for Trump and for me. My constituents aren’t interested in partisan talking points — they want results. They want safe airports, secure borders, a functioning government and a lower cost of living. And they want their elected officials to work together to deliver.

People are concerned that the Department of Homeland Security has not been in the game. They’re outraged about the illegal and immoral behavior of ICE. And they’re frustrated that politicians are too busy pointing fingers to solve our problems.

We don’t have to choose between security and accountability. We can do both. We don’t have to accept dysfunction in Washington. And we certainly don’t have to tolerate political games when real people are being affected.

Tom Suozzi represents the 3rd Congressional District.

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idea how to get rid of it. This isn’t a one-off experience. It’s daily combat with technology that threatens to drive me screaming from the house.

I’m barely exaggerating. Many friends are more adept with technology, but many more are less skilled. This is a constant challenge, whether I try to pay a bill or reach a doctor or, heaven forbid, get a copy of a document from the DMV.

Life is hard enough, what with approaching death and such. But add heaven knows how many streaming services when all you want to do is turn on the freaking TV for a half hour; it’s too much. With all the tools that are supposed to make life easier, it has undoubtedly become more complicated. And this isn’t just an oldster’s kvetch.

M y daily combat with technology threatens to drive me screaming from the house.

“Next time you can do better.” I want to be alone, and all day long I’m assailed by pings and rings and notifications ad nauseum. I talk to friends in real time and real space, and as I share my private thoughts with them, they’re talking to the watch on their wrist. This can’t be good for anyone.

I know this sounds like every older generation’s observations of the young, but in this case, really, you know I’m right. No one just sits and talks to one another anymore without a prop, like a phone.

We were inexperienced and naïve enough to feel wonder and delight in love and travel and having children. Now “parenting” seems like a burden to many young people, and indeed it is, with apps that track ovulation and breast milk availability. The technology hijacks the entire experience. You can’t do better as a parent by finding the exact time Baby will burp after feeding. What you can do is lose the joy of the moment.

Time was, I could go for a walk in peace and quiet, enjoying my own thoughts. Now I’m fully sucked into the need to do three things at once: walk, listen to a book while I read and answer messages, and have some app count my steps. I never signed on to this app, yet it has the nerve to tell me after a walk:

I think about my first encounters with boys when we were in grade school. We started and stumbled and learned to talk to one another, and then danced and then dated and made out in cars. Today I read story after story about how 20-somethings say that romance and dating are dead. Who killed it? Did we boomers somehow get the best of it? You know, right place, right time? The pace of life, the devices, the culture of increasing isolation are not working to make a better life for the grandkids.

From my vantage point, stepping into my 80th year, it’s been a pretty good life so far. These last years have brought some painful challenges, but the decades before provided a buffer of good memories and gratitude. We can’t travel right now, but it is said that real discovery isn’t looking for something new but seeing the same life with different eyes.

I believe with all my heart that for many of us boomers, the pandemic and its isolation, the separation from kids, grandkids and friends, robbed us of the years we might have eased into older age. And now we’re here. The best I can do is look at this moment, and it will be just a moment, with new eyes.

Copyright 2026 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

Local News Day now means more than ever

Somewhere on Long Island tonight, a village board will vote on a zoning variance, a school district will finalize a budget or a contractor will win a bid. None of it will lead the network news or trend on social media. But it will matter — to the family whose street gets rezoned, to the teachers whose contract is on the line, to the taxpayers footing the bill.

In most cases, a Herald reporter will be in that room. But in too many communities across the country — and increasingly in our own backyard — that reporter’s chair sits empty. And when no one is watching, things have a way of going sideways.

April 9 is Local News Day, a national moment to recognize what local news does, why it matters, and what we lose when it disappears.

Local news isn’t the shouting matches on cable or the partisan warfare that passes for national political coverage. Local news is the Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day parade and the Hewlett High School science fair. It’s the Nassau County budget hearing that will affect your property taxes for the next decade, the obituary that captures a neighbor’s life, and the investigation that stops a bad idea before it becomes law. At Richner Communications — publisher of the Long Island Herald — we’ve been doing this work since 1964. Sixty-two years, three generations, over 100 local employees, nearly 30 weekly newspapers.

The Founding Fathers understood the stakes. The free press is the only indus-

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try they considered important enough to protect by name in the Constitution. But we are failing that promise. Since 2004, one-third of all American newsrooms have closed. There are 43,000 fewer local reporters and editors working today than there were then. New York alone has lost nearly half its newspapers, and a quarter of the state’s counties now have one or no local news sources. Digital-only outlets have not filled the void.

Today, more than 2½ newspapers shutter in America each week. The consequences are documented and dire: Communities without local news see lower voter turnout, higher taxes and measurable increases in corruption, political polarization, and even toxic environmental emissions.

Wealth is no inoculation from this trend. The Scarsdale Inquirer was founded in 1901 and served one of the wealthiest communities in America for 123 years. It closed without warning in January 2024. The Westchester village — mirroring the demographics of many Long Island communities — still doesn’t have a newspaper over two years later.

Compounding this problem is the rise of artificial intelligence, which can now manufacture articles, quotes, and entire “news sites” that look authoritative and cost almost nothing to create. That means the news environment has only grown harder to navigate. Trusted news brands, with reporters who actually live and work in the communities they cover, are more important than ever. It’s the reason that we at the Herald use A.I. as a tool to support, not replace, the report-

ers you know and respect.

And yet the climate for news in America has rarely been more hostile than today. The United States now ranks 57th in the world in press freedom — labeled “problematic” by Reporters Without Borders, placing us alongside countries we’re accustomed to lecturing about democratic norms. Arrests of reporters and editors in America nearly tripled between 2023 and 2024. A national shield law for reporters has failed to pass Congress twice. Right now, the Pentagon is aggressively curtailing press access, a policy that flies in the face of a functioning democracy. The temperature in Washington sets a tone, and that tone travels — all the way to the reporters covering Long Island’s myriad municipal entities.

The Herald has always believed that local news is worth fighting for. It’s why we helped found the Empire State Local News Coalition, which won a first-of-itskind state tax credit for local newspapers. That legislation is already helping newspapers survive that might otherwise have gone dark, meaning that thousands of New Yorkers who might otherwise have lost their only trusted local news source still have one.

Every community gets the local news it deserves — which is to say, the local news it supports. If you want a paper that shows up, you have to show up for it. On Local News Day, make that decision. Subscribe. Advertise. Tell your neighbors. The Herald has been here for over a century. Whether we’re here for the next one is, in no small part, up to you.

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Acid assault case calls for review of state laws

after nearly five years, the Elmont community received news that we had all prayed for — arrests in the horrific March 17, 2021, acid attack on Elmont resident Nafiah Ikram, in which she was ambushed in the driveway of her home.

The arrests came just in time, because the fiveyear statute of limitations was just weeks away from expiring.

Had that happened, Nafiah and her family would have been permanently deprived of the justice they deserve.

During my service as a Nassau County legislator, I’ve met many extraordinary people who have demonstrated courage, tenacity and resolve amid the unthinkable. Among that group of remarkable individuals, Nafiah is certainly one of the bravest.

She and her family persevered through extraordinary struggles and uncertainty in the aftermath of the

assault. She endured numerous treatments for the injuries that were inflicted upon her. All the while, she continued her studies at Hofstra University, became a public advocate for crime victims, and was always a beacon of perseverance and remarkable grace. In a recent interview, she said she was considering becoming a trauma doctor to help others who are dealing with similar crises.

TAs we stood together advocating for justice — by pushing law enforcement to redouble its efforts, urging increases to the CrimeStoppers reward in her case, and using our voices to ensure that her story was never forgotten — the determination and grace she demonstrated is profoundly inspiring.

nightmarish crime to justice, but also provided a small bit of closure that the Ikram family has long sought. For that, we are all deeply grateful.

Nafiah and her family were nearly denied this chance. The arrest of the suspects, who are now being held without bail and face up to 25 years in prison, came just before the five-year statute of limitations was to expire. After that date, no prosecution would have been possible.

he thought that Nafiah Ikram’s attackers almost got away with it is infuriating.

She never gave up. She kept fighting for her future — and she prevailed.

The Nassau County Police Department and the district attorney’s office did a remarkable job in this case with limited information. The case got harder as time passed, and the outcome is a demonstration of their professionalism and focus. Their relentless pursuit of justice not only brought suspects in a

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That cannot happen again.

The thought that those who carried out such a diabolical attack, with the intent of permanently traumatizing and wounding another person with acid, sickens me to my core. The idea that they were nearly able to get away with it is downright infuriating. For that reason, I strongly believe that amendments to New York state law are necessary to ensure that a future victim never has to face that potential outcome.

I urge my colleagues in Albany to eliminate or substantially extend the statute of limitations in cases where acid or other noxious, corrosive agents

are utilized in assaults that are intended to cause disfigurement or grievous bodily harm. Given how that harm is life-altering, and intended to inflict lasting terror, no victim should ever be denied justice because of an arbitrary time limit.

Moreover, in the hope of providing an additional deterrent, I implore my colleagues to increase the criminal penalties that can be imposed on those who are found guilty of such egregious and depraved assaults.

As elected officials and public servants, our core responsibility is keeping the communities we represent as safe as we possibly can. That means using our platforms to stand with and support victims, advocate for justice, and ensure that the law is as comprehensive as it possibly can be.

As we allow the judicial process to play out and give Nafiah and her family the space, support and resources they need to heal, we have an opportunity to ensure that no future victim of such a horrific crime — God forbid that day comes — is ever left to wonder whether justice will be served before time runs out.

Carrié Solages, of Valley Stream, represents Nassau County’s 3rd Legislative District.