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“Maker Zone” looking for public input on rezone
A rezoning of the village’s Industrial Area is seeking public input. File photo
HIT PARADE Tava Kasper swings at a pitch during a May 1 game against Ursuline. Kasper had three hits, including a home run, as the Tigers rallied to beat the Koalas 11-4. For story, see page 15. Photo/Mike Smith
Former teacher gets prison time for child porn An ex-Rye Neck school teacher was sentenced to prison on April 27 after being found guilty of child pornography charges. White Plains Judge Cathy Seibel sentenced Nicholas Pagliuca, of Somers, to serve three years in prison and five years of supervised release for possessing thousands of images and videos of child pornography. Pagliuca pleaded guilty to one count of child pornography last November after being caught by
a federal agent downloading child pornography from a site in October 2016. The 66-year-old, who was a football coach at the high school, was arrested a couple of days after the agent discovered he worked with kids. “Pagliuca’s crimes are abhorrent, and his conduct represents the deepest betrayal of school [and] community trust,” said Rye Neck Superintendent Barbara Ferraro, who was the principal
of Rye Neck High School when Pagliuca was arrested. “The sentencing of Pagliuca closes a chapter on a deeply troubling matter; however, we are acutely aware that a portion of our students, especially those who are older, may relay to parents their thoughts on this matter.” Ferraro said in a statement that there has never been any indication from federal authorities that Pagliuca used school computers or other resources in his criminal conduct.
The former teacher and coach started downloading child pornography in 2004. In 2012, Pagliuca paid for a child pornography subscription on an online site, according to federal authorities. Pagliuca resigned from his position at the high school at the end of 2016 after he was arrested for a misdemeanor gun charge. As of press time, there is no further information on the status of that separate case. -Reporting by Franco Fino
The village of Mamaroneck will begin hosting a new round of public hearings on rezoning efforts aimed at revamping the Industrial Area. On Wednesday, May 2, village officials and members of the Industrial Area Committee, IAC, were expected to discuss publicly the potential impacts of rezoning a swath of the village that sits adjacent to the downtown area and the Washingtonville neighborhood. The purpose of the rezoning will be to retailor the Industrial Area—currently home to large factory-style warehouses and former manufacturing buildings— to accommodate a new array of businesses that would include boutique hotels, offices, art galleries, restaurants, breweries and general entertainment. In 2017, the IAC recommended the use of two overlay zones in the Industrial Area—recently redubbed the “Maker Zone—that would expand the area’s current allowances without disrupting businesses that are currently stationed there. The committee’s zoning recommendations came as the product of two years’ worth of study from the IAC, a group that was originally tasked with developing a plan—in tandem with hired
consultants—on how to steer the area’s undeveloped industrial area toward a new future, beginning in 2015. In addition to opening up the allowed uses of current zoning laws using overlays, the committee also recommended amendments to the village zoning code regarding height restrictions that would allow for buildings to extend 5 additional feet over what is currently permitted. Members of the village Board of Trustees hope that allowing new businesses to enter the Maker Zone might bolster its tax base and draw new residents to the village. Concurrently with the rezoning efforts, the village has also begun an assessment of its Comprehensive Plan, a guiding document that acts as a road map for future development in Mamaroneck. Among the major items slated for an update in the village’s comprehensive plan—which was last updated in 2012—are increased attention to environmental sustainability, in addition to greater emphasis and guidelines on retaining village character. Public hearings to gather input on the future of the Comprehensive Plan recently began. -Reporting by James Pero
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Author: ‘Be brave, believe in yourself, keep dreaming’ First- through second-grade students at Daniel Warren Elementary School discovered the power of imagination and gained skills about turning their own ideas into stories when they welcomed award-winning children’s author Christine Pakkala on April 12. During each class assembly, Pakkala recounted her journey of creating stories, shared where she draws inspiration from for her books and discussed the writing process. Drawing examples from the first book of her “Last-ButNot-Least Lola” series, “Lola Going Green,” she demonstrated
how a real-life experience could be turned into a story. In addition, she invited the students to discover how quickly they too can come up with their own ideas. The students were thrilled to discover the endless possibilities and drafted stories about a queen who is looking for jewelry, a mermaid who wanted to get to a castle and a bug that wished to become human. “Be brave, believe in yourself, keep writing and dreaming,” Pakkala told the students, adding that her own second-grade teacher encouraged her to write stories in her journal, which inspired her to become an author. “Ideas come
Christine Pakkala talks with students of Daniel Warren.
from real-life experiences, and sometimes they come from your imagination,” she said. She urged the students to continue to read and write every day, let their imaginations soar and never give up. At the end of the program, Pakkala provided each student with a copy of “Lola Going Green”, a laugh-out-loud and heartwarming story about the importance of friendship and creative problem-solving. “We want our students to use real-life experiences and their imagination to create their own stories,” Principal Tara Goldberg said. “At Daniel Warren, our students are readers and writers. They’re reading stories in their classrooms across different genres. In writing workshop, they see themselves as authors as they write stories based on real events that might have happened in their own lives, or they make up stories about fictional characters and the challenges they need to overcome.” The author’s visit was made possible thanks to the generous support of the PTSA and parent coordinator Alana Sanko, who arranged Pakkala’s visit. (Submitted)
Award-winning children’s author Christine Pakkala visited Daniel Warren Elementary School on April 12 to teach students how to turn their ideas into stories. Photos courtesy Rye Neck school district
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What’s going on... Mamaroneck Public Library
accepting photos for posting on Facebook. To submit photos for Facebook during the month of April, please email Jack Weiss at jweiss@wlsmail.org. If you have any questions about the process of submitting photos, please contact either Trish Byrne at tbyrne@wlsmail.org, Linda Bhandari at lbhandari@wlsmail.org, or call the Reference Desk at 630-5888.
Bilingual Storytime – Hora del cuento bilingüe For more information on hours and programs, visit mamaronecklibrary.org.
Call for Photographs Do you have any photographs of Mamaroneck from the late 1960s and would like them to be part of the library’s exhibit? The Mamaroneck and Larchmont public libraries have selected “1968: The Year That Rocked the World” by Mark Kurlansky for their third community read, and are inviting you to participate. Bring any relevant photographs of the town and village of Mamaroneck from the late 1960s to the Mamaroneck Public Library. Photos of Mamaroneck families and images of the town and/or village from this time period are acceptable. Please put your name and phone number on the back of each photo, and place your pictures in an envelope labeled with your name and phone number. Photographs need to be dropped off the first weekend of March at the Reference Desk, and will be available for pickup the second weekend of May. Please fill out and sign the disclaimer form when dropping off the photos. During the month of April, we are also
On Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. A drop-in Spanish/English storytime for children of all ages with caregivers. Join us every Monday for a Spanish-English storytime consisting of stories, songs and a craft. Los lunes de 10:30 a.m. a 11 a.m. en la sala de programas. Una hora de cuentos en español e inglés para niños de todas las edades con cuidadores/ as. Únase a nosotros todos los lunes para contar historias en español e inglés con historias, canciones y una artesanía.
Walk Your Way to Better Health On Tuesdays from 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Community Room. Adults are invited to burn calories and get in shape in this exercise class. Walking is a simple way to get exercise. The class will follow along with Leslie Sansone’s Walking series. These DVDs are low-impact and take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. Registration is limited to 13 participants. In order to register, call the reference desk at 630-5887. All participants must sign waiver before participating, and should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers.
Happy ‘Lappy’ Mommy & Me On Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. Stop by to bond, play, and sing with your baby with Marie. For caregivers with babies from ages 6 months to 12 months old.
Wiggle and Rhyme Storytime On Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Program Room. Rhymes, fun and more for toddlers and caregivers with Marie. For children 13 months to 24 months old. Registration required by calling 630-5894.
a stomping good time with Marie. For children ages 18months to 36 months old. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Larchmont Public Library For more information on hours and programs, visit larchmontlibrary.org.
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester LEGO City Builder
On Tuesdays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Children’s Room. For school-aged children. Mr. Pickles is a registered therapy dog. He is a very patient listener and enjoys all kinds of stories. Your child can bring a favorite book or participants can select a title. Each child will have an opportunity to read for 10 to 15 minutes. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Enjoy building city scenes with LEGO bricks at home? Let your creativity loose with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s newest play space: LEGO City Builder. This is an interactive city that visitors can add their own elements and designs right into the display. The new play area includes skyscrapers, police and fire stations, cafes, suburban streets, beaches, a LEGO Friends section and more. Celebrate the grand opening of this exciting new space with photo opportunities and custom builds created by Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. Admission starts at $16.95; children under age 2 are free. Opening hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald St. in Yonkers. For more information, call 844-740-9223 or visit westchester.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
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ABC Preschool Storytime: Create, Grow, Learn On Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. in the Program Room. This program consists of stories, songs, and science, art and math concept activities appropriate for children age 3 to 5 years old. Registration is required by calling 630-5894.
Read to Mr. Pickles
On Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. A 30-minute program consisting of picture books, songs, and movement appropriate for children 24 to 36 months old. Caregivers are expected to attend and their participation is an important element of this program. Registration is required by calling the library at 630-5894. Los miércoles de 10:30 a.m. a 11 a.m. en Program Room. Un programa de 30 minutos que consiste en libros ilustrados, canciones y movimientos apropiados para niños de 24 a 36 meses de edad. Se espera que los cuidadores asistan y su participación es un elemento importante de este programa. Se requiere registrarse llamando a la biblioteca al 630-5894.
Jiggles & Giggles On Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Program Room. Jam at the library with songs and
Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com.
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By Mike Scova On Thursday, Aug. 26, DCH Toyota City in Mamaroneck celebrated its grand reopening of its newly renovated and expanded state-of-the-art customer service center. The renovations, which more than double the size of the original showroom, were a much needed update to a company that has been serving the local community since 1977. The enhancements include a 12-car showroom, as well as more customer amenities such as a new customer waiting area, kids playroom and cafe area. The upgrades will help strengthen DCH Toyota as a leading business and service provider in the area. At the ribbon-cutting to mark the reopening of the facility, DCH Toyota also presented a check for $2,000 to St. Thomas Church in Mamaroneck in support of its food pantry program. “We’ve been an integral part of the community for over 40 years, and our capital investment in our new sales facility is further evidence of our commitment to delivering customer happiness,” said DCH Toyota General Manager Hugh Ryan, a 32-year veteran of the car business.
The festivities featured a DJ, and included food and refreshments inviting a warm and friendly atmosphere. Marc Ellison, a brand specialist for DCH Toyota said that, “We’re not selling cars, we’re building relationships.” Jim and Arlene Cortellesa of Briarcliff Manor, told the Review that they pass by many car dealerships in order to come to DCH Toyota. Over the last 25 years, the Cortellesas have purchased four cars from the Mamaroneck dealership. “Good deals, good prices, and they always help out,” said Jim Cortellesa, who purchased his first car from Ginny Bisconti, a 30-plus year veteran of DCH Toyota. Bisconti raved about DCH Toyota’s customer service, adding, «They even wash your car for you when you bring it in.” John Prinnts, another associate with the company, also boasted about the dealership’s service center, which is located at 700 Waverly Ave. “It is the best run I’ve seen, he said. “People come from all over to go to that [Mamaroneck] location.” To mark the event, the representatives at DCH Toyota were presented with a “Katana” sword, which is traditionally used by Japanese Samurai. A symbol for strength, quality and integrity, the sword also represents the strength of the partnership with the community and success of the Toyota franchise. And, if history is any indicator, DCH Toyota has all these qualities and then some. DCH Toyota City is located at 1305 E. Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck.
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CPW celebrates 11th wheelchair basketball game Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s Barrier Breakers had their 11th annual wheelchair basketball game on Tuesday, April 17 at the Westchester County Center. Iona College Men’s Basketball players helped the team warm up for the big game. During half time Cerebral Palsy of Westchester’s Vocal Groove performed two wonderful pieces followed Photos courtesy Bridgette Pennelle
by a dance routine performed by the Scarsdale Dance Team. Also during half time there was a “Hoop Shoot” foul shooting contest sponsored by the Mid Westchester Elk’s Lodge No. 535. The contest included both teams, and trophies were awarded to the winners in each group and all players were recognized for participating with a medal. After half
time the game resumed, and the Barrier Breakers won after a fun competitive game.Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, CPW, would like to acknowledge the Westchester County executive, county Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation for providing us with the site and the county Office for Disabled in coordinating this event with CPW. (Submitted)
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Mamaroneck girl killed, mother shot by police Westchester County police will begin an investigation into the death of a two-year-old that led to the attempted stabbing of one police officer in the village of Mamaroneck. On Saturday April 28, Mamaroneck police responded to a 911 call where they found Gabrielle Maria Boyd, 2, severely injured. According to police, when officers attempted to help Boyd, her mother, Cynthia Arce, 28, attacked the officers with a knife. Arce was first tased by police and then shot by
the responding officers. Arce remains currently hospitalized, while Gabrielle later died in the hospital. Boyd’s official cause of death is pending an autopsy. Four officers received medical treatment for injuries and were subsequently released. Police have yet to say what caused Arce to attack her daughter and the officers, as the case is currently under investigation by the Westchester County Department of Public Safety. According to police, the in-
cident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on Chestnut Avenue in Mamaroneck, considered to be a quiet residential neighborhood. Police say no neighbors were endangered in the incident. The Mamaroneck Police Benevolent Association said that the officer’s decision to shoot Arce saved others from “imminent severe injury or death.” Village Attorney Robert Spolzino could not be reached for comment as of press time. -Reporting by James Pero
County corrections officer attacked by inmates A Westchester County correction officer was hospitalized last week after being attacked by two inmates at the county jail facility. According to a county spokesperson, Correction Officer Brian Artis suffered a broken nose and head trauma after a “seemingly unprovoked attack” by the two male inmates. The correction officer said that he was attacked by inmates Carlos Yarborough and Ishmael Ben-Reuben around 9:45 p.m. on April 27. Yarborough is currently being held at the jail fa-
cility for assault and robbery charges, while Ben-Reuben is being held for charges of assault and attempted robbery. In a statement, Corrections Commissioner Joe Spano said the department “will be investigating what led to this incident and will work with the District Attorney and County Police to ensure that these two assailants are prosecuted to the fullest extent.” He added, “Violence towards our staff members is unacceptable at every level and will be dealt with swiftly.” As of press time, Artis has
been released from Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla and is currently recovering from his injuries. County Executive George Latimer, a Democrat, recognized the incident on Twitter on April 28. “Our thoughts are with him and his family for full recuperation,” he said. “He and his brother and sister officers are always in our prayers. We appreciate their service.” Artis began working as a correction officer for Westchester County in 2009. -Reporting by Franco Fino
Mayer sworn in as state senator State Sen. Shelley Mayer was sworn in to represent the 37th State Senate District which spans from the town of Bedford to the city of Yonkers. Mayer won in a special election held on April 24, to fill the seat left vacant by now Westchester County Executive George Latimer. Mayer won with a margin of 58 percent to 42 percent and attributed the win to a “big tent blue wave.” The oath of office was administered by Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul in the state Senate Chamber on April 30. “I am honored to take the oath of office for the 37th State Senate District, and I thank the voters for their trust in me to serve them in the New York state Senate,” said State Sen. Shelley Mayer. “I am very proud of the campaign we ran, which focused on the issues that matter to residents of the 37th Senate District: protecting property taxpayers, delivering for our public school students, passing common sense gun safety measures and addressing outdated sexual harassment policies.
Mayer plans to focus on those issues during her time as a state senator. “I am thrilled to welcome Sen. Shelley Mayer into the Democratic Conference and the state Senate,” Senate Democratic Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said. “Her resounding special election win is proof that New Yorkers want real leadership from Albany and they trust Shelley to help provide it. She has worked tirelessly to serve her constituents, and all New Yorkers, and I know Shelley Mayer will continue those efforts as a state senator.” County Executive Latimer added, “Shelley Mayer is the type of leader Westchester needs in the state Senate. Beginning today, our region can count on her to fight for what our neighbors believe in, and she will deliver on the agenda she has stood for throughout her entire career. With Sen. Mayer, residents of the 37th Senate District will be in good hands.” The 37th Senatorial District
Shelley Mayer
encompasses portions of the cities of Yonkers, New Rochelle, White Plains and Rye, the towns of Bedford, Eastchester, Mamaroneck, Harrison and North Castle; and the villages of Bronxville, Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Port Chester, Rye Brook and Tuckahoe; as well as Armonk, Bedford Hills, and Katonah. (Submitted)
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RTP hosting ‘Community Conversation’ program Latimer appoints 15 to Women’s Advisory Board
Rye Town Park will hold its annual “Community Conversation” event on May 5. File photo
The Rye Town Park Commission is hosting its annual “Community Conversation” program on Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. All of the public is welcome to attend. People will have the opportunity to ask questions, make suggestions, find out what’s going on with the restaurant and meet Laurence Vargas, the new Rye Town Park director. “The annual Community Conversation gives all residents and users of the park the chance to express their views and opinions in an interchange with the park commissioners in an informal setting,” said Rye Town Park President Gary Zuckerman. “This
annual event has proved to be invaluable and informative for all of us.” In addition, people can learn about the many free summer events taking place at the park. These include seven live music concerts, children “story time” led by members of the Rye Free Reading Room, attending an outdoor movie, a magic show and two presentations of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest.” Support for these events comes from local businesses, including Carpet Trends, The Women’s Imaging Center and Atria Senior Living. Events planned for later
in the summer include family sand-sculpture projects and kite-flying mornings. Rye Town Park has two support groups. The Friends of Rye Town Park help promote and improve the park, and they are looking for people to help them in their work. The Rye Town Park Alliance, which has its own Facebook page, was established recently to provide additional support. For more information, call 939-3075, email Dreisner@ TownofRyeNY.com or visit Rye Town Park on Facebook or the web: Rye Town Park and Beach. (Submitted)
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced the appointment of 15 new members to the county Women’s Advisory Board. Latimer will be appointing one new member from each legislative district based on the recommendations of the county Board of Legislators. “This newly constituted Women’s Advisory Board represents a wide and diverse cross-section of women from all corners of Westchester County,” Latimer said. “I look forward to working with this team to address the broad range of issues that matter most to women across our county.” Robin Schlaff, director of the Office for Women, said, “Westchester County’s Office for Women is unique, and is the only one of its kind in the country. I look forward to working with this re-energized board together with County Executive George Latimer to provide a strong voice for women and families throughout Westchester.” The new Women’s Advisory Board Members are as follows: Lauren Smith, of Katonah, is a licensed clinical social worker. Smith has held many positions in psychotherapy, including the titles yoga instructor, school substance abuse prevention counselor, and family and child therapist. Janice Lubin Kirschner, of Pleasantville, is the senior director of the JCY-Westchester Community Partners and the Kinship Support Center, a division of Family Service Society of Yonkers. Lubin Kirschner is in charge of all programs focused on enhancing the educational experience of children, including managing staff, overseeing finances and grant writing, as well as public relations and fundraising efforts. Kristen Browde, of Chappaqua, is an attorney who works to develop creative solutions to the problems facing individuals and corporations. Browde’s primary focus is on divorce and family law cases, but she also handles civil litigation, trademarks, director and officer defense and media law cases. Myra Saul, of Scarsdale, received her law degree from
Brooklyn Law School, where she was a member of the law review. Saul worked in the law department of a Fortune 500 insurance company for many years, where she specialized in giving advice regarding securities based retirement products for individuals, groups and pension plans. She started her career as an attorney for the Securities and Exchange Commission. Patricia Rind, of Rye Brook, is a professor with more than 20 years of experience in course creation and instruction in a university setting. Courses she is best known for include gender and women’s studies, sexuality and psychology. Rind is also a published writer and editor on topics related to gender, friendship and other women’s issues. Susan Van Dijk, of Rye, has a background in communications, and is recognized as a productive leader with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. She has significant experience in the prioritization and oversight of multiple projects, and has been a volunteer on multiple local Westchester County campaigns. Virginia Loughlin, of Ossining, is the president of AppliedGood, Inc. The consulting practice helps its clients in organizational transition and assesses impact. Loughlin specializes in growing business relationships, planning and developing website content, designing communication systems and strategic planning. Sarah DeRise, of Tuckahoe, is a post-partum doula and lactation counselor who supports new mothers with their transition into motherhood. She also facilitates a weekly support group for new mothers, where they are free to express their concerns and feelings about parenthood in a safe and protected environment. Cindy Kanusher, of Irvington, is the executive director of the Pace Women’s Justice Center in White Plains, and a member of the Women’s Justice Center Advisory Board. Kanusher is a frequent speaker for domestic violence prevention and education programs, and works closely with law enforcement personnel, attor-
neys, medical professionals and community groups. Lynda Bagley, of Mount Vernon, is a legacy life member of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc., and is responsible for 21 different NCNW sections of New York. The mission of the organization is to lead, advocate for and empower women, their families and their communities. Karla Diaz, of Yonkers, is the administrative supervisor at the Westchester Institute for Human Development, and is responsible for the management and supervision of the Child Welfare Program. Diaz coordinates initial intakes, referrals and case conferences, working closely with the county Department of Social Services. Rev. Margaret Coleman, of Yonkers, is employed with Yonkers public schools as a special education teacher, and is a member of the local Yonkers Women’s Advisory Board. Coleman has a master of divinity degree from Duke Divinity School. Tarshiena Diaz, of Yonkers, has worked with children and families, and is an active member of her community. Jewel Williams, of Bronxville, is the programs and faculty affairs coordinator at New York Presbyterian Hospital in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Williams is responsible for managing Orthopedic Surgery’s 10 post-graduate training programs including planning, scheduling, recruitment and reporting for residency training program and fellowships. Judy Trolio, of Port Chester, is the executive director of The LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center, Inc. The LOFT offers a wide variety of vital programs and services focused on advocacy, education and celebration of LGBT people and the community as a whole. Anita Sharma, of Irvington, is a senior consultant at Women Deliver, a leading global advocate for the health, rights and wellbeing of girls and women. The organization brings together diverse voices to drive progress for gender equality, with a focus on maternal, sexual and reproductive health rights. (Submitted)
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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEES OF THE MAMARONECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Mamaroneck Union Free School District, Westchester County, Mamaroneck, New York, will be held in the Tiered Classroom at Mamaroneck High School at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 for the presentation of the budget document. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual Meeting and Election of the Mamaroneck Union Free School District, Westchester County, Mamaroneck, New York, will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, for the purpose of voting upon:
Adoption of the budget for the 2018-2019 fiscal year; and 2. E lection of Three members of the Board of Education for full three-year terms, beginning July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2021, to succeed Paul Bulova, Melany Gray and Roger Martin.
The vote will be taken between the hours of 7 o’clock a.m. to 9 o’clock p.m. in each of the four election districts at the following places:
1. C entral Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Central School, Palmer Avenue, Larchmont New York.
2. M amaroneck Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Mamaroneck Avenue School, Mamaroneck Avenue, Mamaroneck, New York.
3. C hatsworth Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Chatsworth Avenue School, Larchmont, New York.
4. M urray Avenue Election District: The voting place of this Election District shall be the Murray Avenue School, Murray Avenue, Larchmont, New York.
A qualified voter shall vote at the place herein above designated within the School District and Election District in which such qualified voter resides. Voting machines will be used to record the vote. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that for the purpose of preparing a register for each election district, the members of the Board of Registration shall meet at Mamaroneck High School, 1000 W. Boston Post Road, on the following day and for the indicated hours: Wednesday, May 9, 2018 Superintendent’s Office from 7:00 -10:00 a.m. Conference Room N101 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Registration shall meet during the Annual Meeting and Election at the election districts (each elementary school) for the purpose of preparing a register for meetings or elections to be held subsequent to such Annual Meeting or Election. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that immediately upon the completion of the register so prepared by members of the Board of Registration, and not later than five days prior to Tuesday, May 15, 2018, the register shall be filed in the District Clerk’s office and thereafter shall be open to inspection by any qualified voter of the school district between the hours of 9 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on each day up to and including Monday, May 14, 2018, except Sundays and also available for inspection on Saturday, May 12, 2018, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any person who shall be registered with the Board of Registration of the school district, and who has voted in 2014, 2015, 2016, or 2017 in a School District election, or who shall be registered to vote in general elections, shall be entitled to vote at said election without re-registering with the School District. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for office of member of the Board of Education must be filed in the Office of the District Clerk, 1000 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York, between the hours of 9 o’clock a.m. and 5 o’clock p.m. not later than thirty days preceding the date of election of members, to wit, April 16, 2018, and shall be subscribed by not less than 42 qualified voters of the district. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of the text of any resolution which will be presented to the voters at this Annual Election and a statement of estimated expenses for the ensuing year will be completed and copies made available at each schoolhouse in the district in which a school is maintained, from 9 o’clock a.m. to 3 o’clock p.m. on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday during the fourteen days immediately preceding said Annual Election, to wit, May 1, 2018 to May 15, 2018, inclusive, and also on said Annual Election Day. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that any and all further propositions to be placed upon the ballot shall be by petition filed in the Office of the District Clerk not later than thirty days preceding the day of election, to wit, April 16, 2018, and shall be subscribed by not less than 106 qualified district voters. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the Office of the Clerk of the District. Such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven 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. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the said office of the clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Sundays and also available for inspection on Saturday, May 12, 2018, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a Real Property Tax Exemption Report prepared in accordance with Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law will be annexed to any tentative/preliminary budget as well as the final adopted budget of which it will form a part; and shall be posted on District bulletin board(s) maintained for public notices, as well as on the District’s website By order of the BOARD OF EDUCATION Joanne Rice/District Clerk
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Airwave heatwave LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
F. Scott Fitzgerald famously opined that there are no second acts in American lives. Luckily for once-and-future WFAN sports radio host Mike Francesa, a brief hiatus from the spotlight earlier this year probably wouldn’t even have been long enough to qualify as a Broadway intermission. On May 1, Francesa returned to the WFAN airwaves for his first show following a Dec. 15 “retirement” that promised to be the end of an era in New York sports talk radio. That Francesa—who has been a staple of the local sports scene since 1987—is back is no great surprise; the only question is “what was the point of retirement in the first place?” Surely, when Francesa announced his impending retirement more than a year ago— leading to a months-long farewell tour that allowed him to bask in the continuing adoration of “Mongo Nation,” we all ex-
pected to hear him back in our lives rather quickly. Mike, despite his general disposition and outlook on life, is not an old man and someone is always willing to pay for a know-it-all sports pundit with decent name recognition. But we figured he was done with WFAN. He’d be headed to SIRIUS XM, ESPN or somewhere else finding room for the big payday and the big personality, we thought. I mean, imagine Derek Jeter, after being feted as an outgoing legend at ballparks around the country in 2014, showing up to the Yankees spring training facilities in Tampa in March of 2015, taking reps at shortstop and wondering loudly why anyone was surprised he decided to return for another season. That was essentially the gist of Francesa’s first show, as he maintained that returning to WFAN was always among the options laid out before him and he was right where he wanted to be. Of course, he made no mention of the multi-million dollar paycut he was taking, nor the
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disruption this has caused the trio that replaced his afternoon drive show. But then again, that’s just Mike. For all his faults—and they are legion—Francesa’s arrogance was always a driving force behind his show. And over the years, rather than hold it as a black mark against him, I— and many others—began to find his grandiose proclamations almost endearing. Mike was a jerk, but he was our jerk. I feel about Francesa the same way I feel about Yankees radio announcer John Sterling. Do I think they are good at their respective jobs? No. But every Mike rant that goes viral or John Sterling home run call that sees the play-by-play man crooning an old Italian love song seems to be a genuine part of New York culture, so I have a soft spot for the men responsible for creating them. So the Sports Pope is back, and now New York sports radio can feel whole again. The debates about which radio station has the better shows, the public sniping between rivals Michael Kay and
On May 1, longtime sports talk radio host Mike Francesa returned to WFAN after a five-month retirement. Sports Editor Mike Smith wonders why he said goodbye in the first place. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org
Francesa, and in a year where there is so much promise and intrigue in the local sports scene? We couldn’t have asked for a bet-
ter start to summer. I just don’t know why Francesa said goodbye in the first place. He could’ve just said “Back
afta dis.”
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Game Notes: • The Tigers compiled 16 hits • Mamaroneck erupted for 6 runs in the 4th inning • Mamaroneck has won 5 of 6 By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor An offensive explosion propelled Mamaroneck past Ursuline on May 1, as the Tigers busted out for 16 hits to bury the Koalas in an 11-4 romp. The win is yet another sign that the surging Tigers are back on the right track as the playoffs loom. The Tigers started quickly on Tuesday, plating two runs in the first inning, but the Koalas stormed back to take the lead
in the top of the third with three runs. After tying the game on an RBI single by Millie Bohn in the bottom half of the inning, the Mamaroneck bats came alive in the fourth, as the Tigers erupted for six runs to effectively put the game out of reach. Bohn, Tava Kasper and Josie Steinberg led the surge on the day, with each player recording three hits, while Sophie Autorino, Dani Spano and Jordan and Taylor Pryor all hit safely twice. Taylor Pryor’s two-run double to the right field fence in the fourth inning may have altered the game, giving the Tigers a 7-3 lead at that point. Kasper would later club a homer later in the game—her second of the year— to pad the Mamaroneck lead. Gianna Magrino picked up the win for the Tigers, striking out six batters in a gutsy performance that saw her escape several jams early on. Magrino allowed three of her four runs by the third inning, but settled in nicely after that, surrendering just one more
run on a solo blast by Mia Martinez. For the Tigers, who came into the season with high expectations, the win over Ursuline is the latest in a string of victories that has seen the team play up to it’s potential. After starting the season at 2-3, the Tigers have now won five of their last six games, including a 3-2 victory over the Yorktown team that ended their season in the Class AA semifinals last year. Ursuline was another team that managed to best Mamaroneck in the early in the season, earning a 5-3 victory over the Tigers on April 13. Mamaroneck will look to continue their strong play this week, with a pair of rivalry games looming. On Wednesday, the Tigers will travel up Boston Post Road to take on Rye Neck, followed by a May 3 trip to Scarsdale to play the Raiders. Mamaroneck previously beat Scarsdale 13-2 on April 17.
Tava Kasper slides into home to score a run. Kasper later homered to pad Mamaroneck’s lead.
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Dani Spano makes the throw from third base on May 1. Photos/Mike Smith
Gianna Magrino throws a pitch against Ursuline on May 1. Magrino struck out six batters to earn the win.
Taylor Pryor connects with a pitch on May 1. Pryor hit a two-run double in the fourth inning.
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