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Why The Back Of The General Election Ballot May Be More Important Than The Front

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Guillaume Federighi

By ARIEL HERNANDEZ

LECTION DAY IS LESS than a week away. While residents are eager to hit the polls and vote for their local politicians, the most important vote many city residents can cast is actually on the back of the ballot. That’s why the city is urging you to “FLIP YOUR BALLOT” with a website and dedicated media campaign to educate voters about the three proposals put forth by the mayor’s Charter Revision Commission (CRC). The third question the commission proposes has garnered the most controversy. It would establish term limits for community boards. The ballot reads: “This proposal would amend the City Charter to: Impose term limits of a maximum of four consecutive full two-year terms for community boards with certain

exceptions for the initial transition to the new term limits system; require Borough Presidents to seek out persons of diverse backgrounds in making appointments to community board. The proposal would also add new application and reporting requirements related to these appointments; and if Question 2, ‘Civic Engagement Commission,’ is approved, required the proposed Civic Commission to provide resources, assistance and training related to land use and other matters to community boards.” This proposal would change how all community boards are run, making it consistent across all five boroughs. The goal is to create diverse membership that better reflects the ethnic and cultural makeup of the city’s communities. This proposal would also change the application process, having it read-

ily available online, specifically on the borough presidents’ websites. It would also require the Civic Engagement Commission, which would be created if proposal number two on the ballot passes, to provide additional resources and training to the boards. While the Voter Guide lists more reasons to vote “yes” than to vote “no,” several community board members and elected officials have openly opposed the proposal. Community Board 7 Vice Chair Chuck Apelian told the Queens Tribune that term limits already exist. “All community board members must be reappointed every two years by their respective borough president after recommendation from their local community member,” said Apelian. “This twostep process is fair and equitable for anyone who applies, and community board reappointments are based on service and attendance. Otherwise, members are not reappointed. Community members are dedicated, passionate, hardworking volunteers who do not see their roles as honorariums.” Given CB7’s open opposition to the proposal, Community Board 10 Chair Betty Braton said the city sent out a notice stating that as public servants, board members cannot comment on the ballot item. However, Braton said board members can provide personal opinions as “individual residents of the city.” Braton told the Tribune that as a member of a community board in Queens for many years, she finds that the proposal of term limits “is not a wise move.” “There are new appointees to the board every year, so there is already a mix of new and old members,” said Braton, who reiterated that she is giving her personal opinion as an individual resident. “I personally don’t see the value in telling people who serve the city as volunteers, ‘Oh gee, we just want to push you out of the way.’ We have served this city well for the most part over the long periods of time, and we offer a great deal of knowledge in the process of government and how it plays out in Queens.” Braton said all board members have to reapply for reappointment every two years. Therefore, in the event that a board member is not performing well, the borough president or City Council members can decide not to reappoint him/her. Braton said she respects the CRC for recognizing diversity and expanding

the opportunities for new people to serve. But she said there aren’t enough applicants to replace the current community board seats. “Many Community Board members are valued experts as attorneys, architects, engineers, police and fire officials, and these esteemed individuals are extremely difficult to replace,” said Apelian. “Civic organizations rely on their local community boards for their expertise and institutional knowledge to protect the best interests of their neighborhoods.” Braton agreed with Apelian’s sentiment, saying members should have the skills to do the job before applying. “It shouldn’t be a learn-as-you-go; it should be a you-already-know,” said Braton. Braton repeated a quote in the CRC’s report that stated, “Community boards function well.” “If we function well, what’s the need to try and fix something that’s not broken,” she said. “If they want to strengthen boards, it should be to make some of the things we do less advisory and more required. The goals of the charter revision can be accomplished in different ways. The goals are admirable but in reality, what we lose, in my opinion, would be more than we would gain.” According to the CRC resolution that was put forth in August, due to public comments from experts, elected officials, advocacy groups and residents, the commission saw the need to change the process to make voting more engaging and to increase participation so that the boards reflect the diversity of the city. Borough presidents would have to publish an annual report disclosing the number of open community board positions, information about current community board members and their recruitment methods, in addition to posting the application online. Current members would still be able to serve eight years or 10 years before being limited out. After they sat out for two years, they could serve another eight years. If enacted, this would go into effect on April 1, 2019. However, according to the CRC’s report, it would be a gradual change. Those who have already served for four consecutive terms are not barred from reappointment after one full term out of office. Apelian said this feels as though the mayor is trying to weaken community boards. continued on page 5

Eddie Borges writes about the Pittsburgh tragedy and New York City’s response page 18

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Gerson Borrero writes about the unauthorized push to promote Rep. Joe Crowley over Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez page 18

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Halloween came early for the children in Queens for the 110th Precinct’s annual Shocktoberfest at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The event features face paintings, pumpkin picking, bouncing houses, free treats, games and live music. The precinct’s Neighborhood Community Officers (NCO) and some of the borough’s local elected officials came out.

Rumors surfaced this week that people were campaigning for Rep. Crowley, asking voters to back him on the Women’s Equality Party Line and Working Families Party Line after the Tribune reported that a flier was being circulated insinuating that Crowley lost because “87% of voters stayed home,” and encouraging voters to hit the polls and vote Crowley. He took to Twitter to shut the rumors down.

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With an increase in the number of seniors in the borough and estimated growth of that population in the coming years, the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) gathered at the Sunnyside Senior Center on Friday to call on the city for funding for senior services during a Department for the Aging (DFTA) public hearing. According to the AARP, Queens’ 65-plus age group is projected to grow 54 percent between 2015 and 2030. “As New York City’s senior population skyrockets, we must increase funding and expand services to meet the needs of this vulnerable population,” said Chris Widelo, associate state director of AARP for New York City. “We must address the challenges of older New Yorkers by providing access to key services that help them to age in their homes, where they want to be.” The funding would go towards case management, homecare and NORCs (Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities), as well as addressing food insecurity and caregiver support services, which would go into the city’s Fiscal Year 2020 budget. One of the key points made during the hearing is that residents who are 65 and older are better off growing old in their homes, rather than being put in group homes and senior housing.

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The Astoria community came out to honor AKTINA FM, a Queens-based radio and television program, with a co-naming ceremony on Friday. For more than two decades, AKTINA FM has provided public-service radio and television programs, in addition to live performances and cultural and folk-art programs to promote and preserve the heritage and culture of Cyprus and Greece. The station was the first and only bilingual Greek American radio show, and later became the first and only English language Greek American TV show. In honor of its 25th anniversary this year, the City Council issued a proclamation recognizing its contributions to Greek and Greek Cypriot

Americans and all New Yorkers through its public-service radio and television programs. Councilman Costa Constantinides (D-Astoria), state Sen. Michael Gianaris (D-Astoria) and Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas (D-Astoria) joined the Astoria community to co-name 27th Street and 23rd Avenue “AKTINA FM Way.” “This street co-naming certainly further recognizes the important and distinct contributions of AKTINA FM radio as a leading public-service broadcaster in New York City and its great impact upon many thousands of Greek Americans and Americans alike,” said Elena Maroulleti, founder and executive producer of AKTINA FM. “The AKTINA FM Way will be there for generations to come to remind all that, on this street, a dedicated nonprofit has accomplished through volunteerism the establishment of Greek American Radio AKTINA FM, which has become a household name for some one million New Yorkers composed of Greek Americans and members of all other ethnic groups.” Constantinides said the station has been able to keep Greek history alive. “Elena and the AKTINA FM staff shine a light on this community, and people can now look up at this sign with inspiration to do the same,” said Constantinides. – Ariel Hernandez

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The Queensbridge Houses community gathered alongside Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer (D-Sunnyside), Queensbridge Tenant Association President April Simpson and members of the Queensbridge Senior Center last Thursday to cut the ribbon on a highly anticipated basketball court behind the Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement. The basketball court at Queensbridge Hous-

es has been a staple for the children and the community for years. However, in 2016, the Tenant Association and Senior Center began to push for a renovated and modernized basketball court for its youth in an effort to combat youth violence. During the ribbon-cutting, Van Bramer shared his thoughts on the importance of the courts. “They have provided generations of residents with space to play together, build community and develop their talent,” said Van Bramer. “I am proud to have allocated $350,000 through my Participatory Budgeting program to renovate and restore this essential gathering space.” The new courts—which would provide outdoor space for youth to play, build relationships and engage in their community—feature a modernized scoreboard, glass backboards, new hoops and rims, and a new court that features a large “Q” for Queensbridge Houses. – Ariel Hernandez

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Advocates Call For Safe Streets With Mural Transportation advocates, elected officials and residents of the Ridgewood community gathered at the intersection of Myrtle and Wyckoff avenues last Saturday to call on the city for safer streets, while artist Ruth Hofheimer painted a mural to commemorate three of the neighborhood’s traffic-crash victims. In attendance were Councilman Antonio Reynoso (D-Brooklyn), District 18 state Senate candidate Julia Salazar; ArtBridge Director Stephen Pierson; and representatives from the Department of Transportation (DOT), Families for Safe Streets, Transportation Alternatives and the L Train Brass Band, who provided live music. Also in attendance were Judy Kottick and Ken Bandes, the parents of Ella Bandes, one of the victims depicted in the mural. Bandes, 23, was struck and killed by an MTA bus in 2013. According to police reports, she was at the curb about to cross Myrtle Avenue when

a B53 MTA bus, which was turning onto Myrtle Avenue, struck her. Bandes was rushed to a nearby hospital, but died of her injuries four days later. The mural also remembers Edwin Torres, 60, who was struck by an MTA bus in 2014 near Wyckoff Avenue and Palmetto Street. According to police reports, Torres was walking from the southeast corner to the northwest corner of Palmetto Street when an MTA bus turning off Wyckoff Avenue, heading east onto Palmetto Street, struck him. He was rushed to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead. The 120-foot mural not only memorializes the lives of those who died at the intersection of Myrtle and Wyckoff avenues in the past decade, but also calls for safer streets and the city’s Vision Zero Initiative to combat the number of pedestrian and crash-related deaths. – Ariel Hernandez

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City To Rebuild Plaza At Olde Towne Of Flushing Burial Ground Last Friday, Mayor Bill de Blasio joined Queens Borough President Melinda Katz; NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver, FACIP (Fellow of the American College of International Physicians); and Council Member Peter Koo to share the designs for a $1.63 million project to reconstruct a commemorative plaza at the site of the Olde Towne of Flushing Burial Ground. “Reconstructing this plaza is a way for New Yorkers to rediscover this sacred historical space, and it’s a fitting honor for those buried here,” the mayor said. “As Queens Week draws to an end, we’re commemorating an important part of our history and the vision of this community, which worked hard to get recognition for this site.” The project is currently in the design phase, and is tentatively scheduled to go before the Public Design Commission in November. It is funded

with $600,000 from Katz, $520,000 from Koo and an additional $500,000 from de Blasio. The “rediscovery” of burial grounds within the New York municipality is an experience shared by many cities worldwide. Death records for the town of Flushing exist for the period from 1881 until 1898. They show that during this period, 62 percent of the buried were African American or Native American, 34 percent were unidentified, and more than half were children under the age of 5. “The burial ground is the final resting place for hundreds of ancestors,” Katz added. “Such sacred ground on park property must be treated with dignity and respect. The reconstruction of a commemorative plaza is the result of tireless efforts on the part of the community to honor those buried here.” – Thomas Moody

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H+H Queens gets Cancer Accelerator Park Opens Following $1.87m Renovation The Department of Parks and Recreation was joined by elected officials, city leaders, residents of the Jackson Heights community and the Moser family to celebrate the reopening of the renovated Louis C. Moser Park on Tuesday. The park—located at 25th Avenue and 76th Street—was named after dedicated late civic leader Louis C. Moser in October 2017 to honor his legacy creating the North Queens Homeowners’ Civic Association, which started with 10 families and now serves over 700. Following the announcement of the renaming of the park, which was previously called Bulova Park, the city’s Parks Department began its $1.87 million renovation, installing new play equipment, swings, an adult fitness area, new paintings, new drains and pipes, and drinking fountains, in addition to repaving the playground. “The newly renovated Louis C. Moser Park represents what inspired individuals who are united together in a community can accomplish,” said Jerry Eng, current president of the North Queens Homeowners Civic Association. “The park will be a catalyst and an inspiration to our organization as we continue the work of our founder, Louis C. Moser, to improve the quality of life in our community.” – Ariel Hernandez

Last week, NYC Health and Hospital, Queens officially marked the opening of an upgraded linear accelerator that will offer a “more accurate, less invasive, and better tolerated treatment option for cancer patients,” Queens Hospital said in a statement. The newly upgraded equipment will “expand access to high-quality cancer care in the southeast Queens community, and bolsters the Queens Cancer Center of Queens Hospital’s stature as the premier cancer center in the borough of Queens.” – Thomas Moody

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DEP Provides Flooding Funding Update Last Wednesday, Oct. 24, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Vincent Sapienza and Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Lorraine Grillo updated homeowners and businesses in Southeast Queens on the de Blasio administration’s historic commitment of $1.9 billion to build a comprehensive drainage system to alleviate flooding in neighborhoods throughout the area. Thus far, roughly 20 percent of the funding has been committed to 10 completed projects and another 10 that are currently under construction. An additional 25 projects are currently in the planning and design phase, and will break ground in the coming years. Neighborhoods receiving upgraded drainage systems include St. Albans, Rosedale, Jamaica, Laurelton and Springfield Gardens, among others. “Shovels in the ground in Southeast Queens mean we are one step closer to a true drainage system and some peace of mind for residents and businesses,” said Sapienza. “As we complete

each of these projects, we will see better drainage, safer roadways, a healthier Jamaica Bay and higher property values across these long-underserved neighborhoods.” The post-World War II residential and commercial development of Southeast Queens outpaced the construction of vital public infrastructure, including storm sewers. For decades, residents have lived with the constant worry of the next storm and the resulting property damage and unsafe roadway conditions. To address the longstanding concerns of residents and business owners, in 2015 Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the allocation of funds for the construction of a robust drainage system for the area. “Many parts of Southeast Queens experience significant flooding and ponding issues that can linger for days after a heavy rainfall,” Grillo said. “We’re very happy to enjoy the support of the mayor and to work with our partners at DEP to implement the largest systematic street-restoration program in the five boroughs.” – Thomas Moody

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FLIP YOUR BALLOT Continued from page 1

“The mayor wants term limits for the passionate volunteers of our local communities,” said Apelian. “This is why elected officials including four borough presidents [including Queens Borough President Melinda Katz], many City Council members, state senators and assembly members oppose the community board member term-limits proposal. They understand and value the input of their local community board members, who willingly volunteer their time for the betterment of their communities.” City Speaker Corey Johnson is among those who have taken a stand against the community board term-limit proposal, stating that the current system already works. “These aren’t lifetime appointments,” said Johnson. “They must be reappointed by elected officials who are term limited. I think that provides enough checks and balances to our community boards, while allowing us to keep the good members with experience and wisdom. It is also our job as elected officials to always be looking to appoint new civic-minded leaders who are interested in serving.” The Queens Tribune spoke to CRC Chair Cesar Perales, who said he doesn’t understand why anyone would be opposed to community board term limits. “The reality is, when we started to hold hearings throughout the city and began to receive feedback by mail and on the internet, one of the most pressing issues was community board term limits,” said Perales. “People were saying that community boards were not representative of their community and not responsive to the community’s needs.”

Perales said that many people who were engaged in their communities and attended their board meetings didn’t know how to become a member. “There were a number of people who had interest but said no one told them how to apply,” said Perales. Perales said he’s observed that if residents haven’t built a relationship with their borough president or city council member, they’re likely not able to get on the board. In regard to feedback, Perales said the CRC received the most from Queens and in particular, from Flushing. As a matter of fact, John Choe, member of Community Board 7, has openly supported term limits despite his colleague Apelian’s opposition. Choe’s argument is that Flushing is 52 percent Asian, while CB7 is only 38 percent Asian. “How can such a community board be the eyes and ears of the community when they don’t even speak the language?” Choe asked the CRC earlier this year during a hearing. Perales said term limits won’t fully go into effect for another eight years. In addition, he said current board members should continue to apply and serve the board for the appropriate term; they can always attend, engage and give ideas at community board meetings. “You just can’t vote,” said Perales. “But after two years, you become eligible again. So I don’t understand the concern. Community boards are good but they ought to be better. That’s the bottom line.” Mayor Bill de Blasio is publicly calling for New Yorkers to support all three pro-

posals on the ballot—including the term limits on board members. PROPOSAL #1 — CAMPAIGN FINANCE CHANGES “This proposal would amend the City Charter to lower the amount a candidate for City elected office may accept from a contributor. It would also increase the public funding used to match a portion of the contributions received by a candidate who participates in the City’s public financing program. In addition, the proposal would make public matching funds available earlier in the election year to participating candidates who can demonstrate need for the funds. It would also ease a requirement that candidates for Mayor, Comptroller, or Public Advocate must meet to qualify for matching funds. The amendments would apply to participating candidates who choose to have the amendments apply to their campaigns beginning with the 2021 primary election, and would then apply to all candidates beginning in 2022. Shall this proposal be adopted?” According to the city’s Voter Guide distributed to all registered voters, this proposal would “lower the amount that a candidate for city office may accept from a contributor to their campaign, increase the amount of public funds available to participating candidates and make public funds available earlier.” This proposal was put forth to eliminate campaign corruption by reducing the maximum allowable individual contribution from $5,100 to $2,000 for citywide races. The contribution limits would drop to $1,500 for borough pres-

ident and $1,000 for City Council candidates. The proposal would also increase the amount of matching funds from the current $6 for every $1 raised from a small donor to an $8-to-$1 match. The measure would also raise the total public funding limits from 55 percent of the expenditure limit to a 75 percent expenditure limit, which is about an additional $1.4 million for citywide candidates who participate in the system. “I support the first initiative because we need a campaign finance system that does everything it can to engage New Yorkers and help people run for office,” said city comptroller Scott Stringer. PROPOSAL #2 — CIVIC ENGAGEMENT COMMISSION “This proposal would amend the City Charter to: Create a Civic Engagement Commission that would implement, no later than the City Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2020, a Citywide participatory budgeting program established by the Mayor to promote participation by City residents in making recommendations for projects in their communities; require the Commission to partner with community based organizations and civic leaders, as well as other City agencies, to support and encourage civic engagement efforts; require the Commission to establish a program to provide language interpreters at City poll sites, to be implemented for the general election in 2020; permit the Mayor to assign relevant powers and duties of certain other City agencies to the Commission; provide that the Civic Engagement Commission would have 15 members, with 8 members appointed by the Mayor, 2 members by the City Council Speaker and 1 member by each Borough President; and provide for one of the Mayor’s appointees to be Commission Chair and for the Chair to employ and direct Commission staff. Shall this proposal be adopted?” This proposal basically means that the charter would create a commission solely responsible for the civic engagement of the city. This commission would

serve underserved communities and groups, nongovernmental entities such as faith-based organizations, and non– English-speaking populations. The commission is projected to create transparency between the city and the residents, refraining from political interference, despite the fact that it is run by the mayor’s office. Participatory budgeting, which has only taken place in the districts that chose to participate, has, according to the CRC, been a success, which is why the commission wants to expand it to every district in the city, allowing residents to vote on projects they hope to see in their backyards. It would also provide additional resources to community boards, which would include urban-planning professionals and language-access resources. Perales said language assistance was one of the major reasons for creating this commission. “There’s a dire need for language assistance at the ballot,” said Perales. “There are many languages in Queens, so there’s a greater need for language assistance, point blank.” Not only would the commission provide language assistance to the large immigrant population, but it would also provide funding to community boards, which currently struggle to make decisions because they don’t have a budget. Perales said gentrification is a major issue in Queens and that community boards have done nothing to slow down the pace. “The civic engagement commission is going to have the money to work with community boards for independent consultants,” said Perales. “The commission is going to make things better. The initiatives [proposals 2 and 3] are intertwined and I hope they both get voted on.” For more information go to FlipYourBallot.nyc. Reach Ariel Hernandez at ahernandez@ queenstribune.com or @reporter_ariel

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MOVING THROUGH QUEENS A look at transportation issues around the borough

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RIDER ALLIANCE RELEASE CONGESTION PRICING REPORT By ARIEL HERNANDEZ The Riders Alliance – a nonprofit that advocates for reliable and affordable public transportation – released a report on Tuesday showing that congestion pricing would benefit Queens riders that rely on express buses to commute to work each day. Earlier this year, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced FixNYC – a plan that would use congestion pricing to generate over $810 million annually and would be used to fund the city’s subway system. The congestion surcharges would include $11.52 for individual vehicles, $25.34 for trucks and $2 to $5 on for-hire-vehicles (FHVs) when entering certain heavily-trafficked zones. According to the Riders Alliance, this plan would lower the number of drivers on the road, making for a faster bus commute in and out of the city during rush hours. Commuters, traveling from Queens and Brooklyn depend on express buses, which cost $6.50 a ride, to Manhattan each day, which on average takes over 90 minutes a day and over 15 hours a week in transit. “To make ends meet, [commuters] have to get up earlier and come home later than the rest of us,” said Danny Pearlstein, policy and communications director for the Riders Alliance. “An extra hour or two hour per week gained from congestion pricing would mean real time for real people to take care of themselves and their families. With so much talk about fairness, congestion

pricing returns a truly priceless resource to folks who can spare precious little of it. Congestion pricing could mean an extra moment together over breakfast, a little more help with homework or housework, another chapter before bedtime, a longer kiss goodnight. When Albany takes up the issue next year, express bus commuters from the outer reaches of the city -- and their families -should be high on the governor’s and legislators’ packed agenda.” Reach Ariel Hernandez at ahernandez@ queenstribune.com or @reporter_ariel

NEWS & NOTES Uber Launches New Feature Last Thursday, Uber launched a new feature that would make UberPool even more affordable. In addition to the original UberPool option, which could be as much as 50 percent less than a ride not shared, the ridesharing app offers “Pool Options,” allowing the rider to choose between door-to-door service and having to walk to a pickup point. To use the app, riders would first request their pool ride, which would take a little longer than usual because the app would then try to find other riders along their route. Riders would then have to walk to their “pickup spot,” which is typically a corner that would avoid detours, making the pickup faster. Rather than dropping riders off directly at their destination, the driver would drop them off at a “drop-off spot,” which would be picked by Uber and be a short distance to their destination. Uber said this feature would allow for an improved route, efficient pickups and drop-offs, better matches when pooling and lower prices. “Uber won’t leave riders in the outer boroughs stranded, despite Mayor de Blasio’s attempt to limit Uber, one of the few reliable options for outer-borough riders who have been ignored by yellow taxis and underserved by mass transit,” said Alix Anfang, an Uber spokesperson. –Ariel Hernandez DOT To Repave Douglas Manor After a push from the Douglas Manor community, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that eight major roads in the neighborhood will begin to be repaved next week, four months sooner than planned. Next week the following roads will be repaved: Bayview Ave., Douglas Rd., Kenmore Rd., Knollwood Ave., Richmond Rd., Warwick Ave., Grosvenor St. and Beverly Rd. Councilman Peter Vallone (D-Bayside) had called on the mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) back in 2015 to fund this project following complaints by residents.

Due to signal maintenance Hunters Point Ave and Vernon Blvd-Jackson Ave 7 trains will board at the Flushing-bound platform every Wed, Friday, and Saturday from 12:40 a.m. to 5 a.m., except for Nov. 24.

“We have taken great strides towards addressing the street conditions that plague this neighborhood and will soon be one step closer to a complete renewal of the streets in Douglas Manor that have not seen repair for decades,” said Vallone. Becky Moraveck, acting president of Douglas Manor Association, said that this is great news for the 595 families living in the area. –Ariel Hernandez

Due to signal modernization, E trains will run local in both directions between Queens Plaza and 71 Ave in Queens from 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3 to 5 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 5. Because of track maintenance, Brooklyn-bound F trains will run via the E from Roosevelt Ave in Queens to Canal Street in Manhattan from 9:45 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2 to 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 5.

Who’s Responsible For Poor Roads In Willets Point? Last week, the Queens Tribune reported on the dangerous road conditions along Willets Point Boulevard following a Community Board 7 meeting where the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) briefly spoke about the Willets Point project. Landlords have expressed concern and frustration with the failure of answers about when streets would be fixed . The Tribune spoke to a landlord who said that for the last three years, he has been back and forth between the EDC and the Department of Transportation (DOT) trying to figure out who is responsible. Last week, we reached out to the EDC to obtain the information we needed. The EDC did not indicate that it is not the agency to talk to regarding road conditions in Willets Point; rather, it said it would get back to us with the answers to our questions. Just minutes before our deadline, the EDC responded, saying, “In terms of the street-related questions, feel free to reach out to DOT.” The DOT was not able to get back to us by press time, but has since responded, saying, “We are working with EDC and evaluating options for the location.” Based on the back-and-forth with the two agencies, it seems clear that there is no plan at this point to pave the decrepit roads in Willets Point. We will continue to ask both the EDC and the DOT for updates. –Ariel Hernandez

Due to signal modernization F trains run local in both directions in Queens from 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3 to 5 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 5. Because of station improvements, there will be free shuttle buses to replace G trains between Nassau Ave in Brooklyn and Court Square in Queens from 9:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 2 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3.

CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF QUEENS A look at development and its impact on the borough

AMAZON DISTRIBUTION CENTER COMING TO WOODSIDE By ARIEL HERNANDEZ It is hardly a surprise that Amazon has been eyeing expansion in New York City, and even less of a surprise that the city has been eyeing it back. Last week, the online retail titan announced the purchase of the former Bulova Watch headquarters in Woodside. But the company plans to redevelop the site as a distribution center, and not the corporation’s much-anticipated “HQ2” for which the city has bid. Amazon officially signed the lease to take over the one-story 83,000-square-foot Bulova building, located at 26-15 Boody St. Beginning Dec. 1, the building will become Amazon’s second distribution center in New York City. The company announced that it expects to hire hundreds of workers, both full and part time, earning between $18 and $25 per hour. “We are excited to continue our investment in New York to speed up delivery times for customers and provide great job opportunities for the talented workforce,” said Amanda Ip, an Amazon spokeswoman.

Following the announcement, Assemblyman Ron Kim (D-Flushing) took a stand against Amazon, calling it a “monopolistic mega-corporation” that has “destroyed local economies.” “Amazon should be facing consequences for its clear violations of antitrust laws, not embraced with open arms into our borough,” said Kim. “They reached their super-monopoly status by controlling everything from the supply chain and marketplace down to even the retail space. As a borough that thrives on protecting our local economies and small businesses, we should not be so short-sighted; inviting in this Trojan Horse will only lead to a greater extraction of money and wealth from our communities. Simply put, for every one job they may create today in Queens, they will take away 10 jobs tomorrow through their extractive practices.” Whether or not Amazon’s second headquarters will make Queens its home is still undetermined. However, according to Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, the company will announce its decision by the end of the year.

NEWS & NOTES Elected Officials Rally Against Proposed Homeless Shelter Local elected officials gathered on Tuesday at 127-03 20th Ave., the site of a proposed homeless shelter in College Point, for a rally against it. The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) announced last week that it is reviewing the proposal for the College Point building. According to the elected officials as well as civic and community leaders and tenants of College Point, the neighborhood is not fit for a homeless shelter given that it lacks reliable public transportation and medical care. “Once again, DHS has shown complete disregard for transparency and reason,” said Assemblymember Daniel Rosenthal (D-Flushing). “College Point is increasingly overdeveloped while it is constantly overlooked for investment by the city. The community lacks the resources, infrastructure and ability to support a proposed shelter. It would be a great disservice to our vulnerable populations to be placed in a location without ample public transportation, which denies access to opportunity resources or proper medical care facilities. I call on the city to reject this proposal and do the right thing for both our residents and homeless population.” State Sen. Tony Avella (D-Bayside) sent a letter to Mayor Bill de Blasio, Department of Buildings (DOB) Commissioner Rick Chandler and Human Resources Administration (HRA) Commissioner Steven Banks saying, “Enough is enough.” “No one knows their neighborhood better than the people who live there and it is time the city of New York listens to its residents

prior to any final decisions made regarding any homeless shelters being placed in their community,” said Avella. Avella said he supports the residents’ decision to oppose the project and requested a meeting. –Ariel Hernandez $180M For LIC Infrastructure Improvements Earlier this week, the de Blasio administration unveiled the $180 million Long Island City Investment Strategy, which would provide funding for infrastructure improve-

ments, including schools, transportation and open space, to the community, which has seen rapid growth in both development and population. The LIC Investment Strategy would increase space and support for future and current businesses, provide worker training for good jobs, preserve and build housing, improve transit options and reliability, improve water and sewer infrastructure, create schools, and expand the neighborhood’s arts and culture to reflect its diverse population. “As Long Island City continues to blossom as both a family-friendly neighborhood and an economic hub, we need to make sure we have the infrastructure in place to support the plans for future growth laid out in the LIC Investment Strategy,” said Borough President Melinda Katz. “By putting millions of dollars toward new sewer and water mains, a new school, street reconstruction and park improvements, we are doing just that.” In order for the plan to work, there will be a coordinated interagency effort. The city’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will increase funding to $95 million for improvements to sewage and water; the School Construction Authority (SCA) will commit $60 million for the construction of a new school in Court Square; the Department of Transportation (DOT) will allocate an additional $10 million for the Hunters Point street reconstruction project; and the city’s Parks Department will allocate $15 million for improvements at Queensbridge Baby Park, Old Hickory Playground, Bridge and Tunnel Park, and Court Square Park. –Ariel Hernandez

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Taverna Kos Aegean Island Vibes On A Quiet Astoria Corner By JARED COHEE Dispatch from 42nd Street, Astoria: For the first 12 years of its existence, the dining hall and kitchen at Pancoan Society Hippocrates was used exclusively by its members, who had started the social club back in 1996. “Coan” is someone from Cos, or Kos, the third-largest and second–most-populated island in the Dodecanese chain that sits only four kilometers off the coast of Turkey and another continent. As the name of the club may suggest, Hippocrates was thought to be from Kos, along with the founding members of this Astoria group that still meets in the building to this day. When I first met Kostas Karagiorgis at the restaurant he started renting from the club 10 years ago, he was halfway down the block blowing fallen autumn leaves from the sidewalks of his neighbors. He was also a member of the club back then, but told me the space did not see that much use and saw good possibilities. Despite being open to the public since the very beginning a decade ago, most residents of Astoria were not aware of this and the restaurant’s customers were limited to the friends and family who heard about it through word of mouth. The families who do come to eat are usually big and boisterous. Already-large tables are moved next to each other in the restaurant’s climate-controlled patio area so groups of more than a dozen can sit together for their meal. Conversations in Greek (and sometimes Italian due to its popularity with them as well) are enjoyable to other tables even if unintelligible because they are often punctuated with bursts of laughter. Kostas, who goes by “Dino” to the other staff and regulars, may be around during the day hanging out and talking to customers, but

when things get busy he jumps into the kitchen to help. On the occasion of one important sports match, fans of Greek’s most successful football club, Olympiacos, all arrived right at kickoff and filled up the interior space. This got the kitchen very busy, with Dino making sure it all ran smoothly until everyone was content and fed. He excused himself when his wife called a little later and needed his help at home, apologizing but making sure his patrons had what they needed. On certain days, his wife can also be found in the kitchen. The menu runs the gamut of general Greek cuisine, but suggested orders keep you close to the sea. A big tray of xtapodi, or octopus, is visible inside on any given day, delivered fresh and ready for the restaurant’s most popular appetizer order. As with most Greek seafood, the grilled version is given a simple bath of oil and herbs but allowed to stand on its own freshness, and does not need more. I prefer the calamari cooked similarly, but Dino will push towards the fried version, telling me, “Anything fried always tastes better.” It is not uncommon (at least for non-Greeks) for an entire meal to consist of appetizers and salads, all of which are incredible and fresh here. A cold pikilia plate gets you a dish of each of its three meze: skordalia, a garlic dip; tzatziki; and spicy feta. Add in the Greek salad and a plate of fried cheese saganaki and your stomach might start pushing back before main courses are even imagined. But take your cues from those rambunctious groups and round up as many friends as you can find so you can go further and sample the back of the menu, a collection of market-price seafood and a few meat dishes. Many types of fish are served whole and expertly cooked to your preference, such as the grilled porgy.

Owner Kostas Karagiorgis goes by “Dino”

Big shrimp can also be cooked three ways, and a range of seasonal seafoods are on offer depending on the time of year. All entrees come with a side, the perfect opportunity to enjoy the lemon potatoes, although most tables stick with fries. If you can fit a meat into your order, the lamb chops are a bit pricey but excellent. Leave a sliver of room in your belly for a slice of galaktoboureko, also made fresh and delivered daily. If you have eaten a full meal, a complimentary serving will arrive at the table, a token of goodwill. A large triangular piece of this custard-filled phyllo-dough “milk burek” will seem insurmountable at first, but goes down easily despite being so thick and dense. Come back a few times and you start to notice that others are doing the same. Dino tells me that the customers are almost all regulars, and this is evident in the way the staff interacts with most of them as if they are old friends. In the restaurant’s 10 years of operation, Astoria has changed as much as or more than any other neighborhood in the city, with rents skyrocketing and demographics changing. Many restaurants and businesses have closed or moved on, but a recent new wave of Greek immigration due to the country’s debt crisis is keeping the old Greek character of the neighborhood alive and flourishing.

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Olympiacos supporters arrived right at kickoff

22-80 42nd Street, Astoria 11105 Daily 11:00-22:00 Cash only Grilled porgy with sides of Greek salad and spicy feta

FAC T S & FI G U RE S The first big wave of Greek immigration to New York City occurred between 1880 and 1920, when mostly men from the Peloponnese region came to the country to work, save money and then return home. Greek immigration to New York City peaked in the 1950s to 1970s, and the immigrants opened hundreds of diners throughout the five boroughs. Around 1970, it is estimated that roughly 350,000 Greek immigrants lived in New York City. Now that number is less than 30,000, with about 150,000 people of Greek descent calling the metro area home. The first Greek Orthodox Church built in Queens was St. Demetrios in Astoria, built in 1927. Fresh calamari appetizer

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VOTE 2018 Politicians have often said in campaign seasons that “this is the most important election of your lifetime.” The phrase is so overused that many voters have become numb to the the line—like those who repeatedly heard the boy cry wolf. This year, we are hearing the phrase again. It’s hard to make the argument that this election is more consequential than that of 2016, when Donald Trump was elected president; Republicans won control of both chambers of Congress; and here in New York State, the GOP narrowly held on to the state Senate once again. On a national level, this year’s election may be one of the most important of our lives. In Queens, though, the stakes aren’t as high. The borough remains solidly Democratic, as does the state; likely all the candidates with Ds next to their names on the ballot that Queens residents will fill out are going to win on Nov. 6. If they don’t it will be an immense upset. This may leave many wondering why you should go out to vote. The reason may not be what is on the front of the ballot, but rather what is on the back. There are three questions that will have a lasting impact on how the city’s political systems function—as outlined in our story on the cover of this week’s newspaper. We hope this guide will help you make your decision at the polls. Also, please remember to flip your ballot when you vote.

STATEWIDE RACES GOVERNOR Andrew Cuomo (D) v. Marc Molinaro (R) v. Howie Hawkins (G) v. Larry Sharpe (LIB) v. Stephanie Miner (SAM) Incumbent Gov. Andrew Cuomo is seeking his third term as governor. After defeating challenger Cynthia Nixon in the September primary, he has toned down his campaign efforts a little, holding only one debate against his Republican challenger Marc Molinaro. Cuomo has been touting his record of accomplishment, while also promising to stand against President Trump’s policies and attacking Molinaro for his support of Trump. Molinaro has attacked Cuomo for several scandals that have plagued his administration. The other candidates in the race are Howie Hawkins from the Green Party, Larry Sharpe from the Libertarian Party, and Stephanie Miner, a Democrat and former mayor of Syracuse who is running on the Serve America Movement ballot line. All three have struggled to gain attention. Hawkins, who ran for governor in 2014 and received roughly 5% of the vote, has said he is a Plan B for progressives who supported Cynthia Nixon’s campaign. Both Sharpe and Miner have talked about the exodus of people leaving New York over the years. Sharpe blames the migration on the state’s high taxes. Miner says the corrupt governance of both parties has made the state undesirable for recent college graduates.

LT. GOVERNOR Kathy Hochul (D) v. Julie Killian (R) v. Jia Lee (G) v. Andrew Hollister (LIB) v. Michael Volpe (SAM) Incumbent Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul is running for her second term as Gov. Cuomo’s running mate. She will be on the ballot with Cuomo. Her Republican, Green party, Libertarian and Serve America Movement party challengers will also be on the ballot with their respective candidates for governor.

ATTORNEY GENERAL Letitia James (D) v. Keith Wofford (R) v. Michael Sussman (G) v. Christopher Garvey (LIB) v. Nancy Sliwa (REFORM) Democrat Letitia “Tish” James won a contested Democratic primary battle in September to fill the seat previously held by Eric Schneiderman, who resigned after mounting allegations of physical violence towards women in his personal life. James, the current Public Advocate for New York City, is challenged by Republican Keith Wofford, a Buffalo native who has argued

that the Attorney General’s office should only focus on upholding the law and not be used to apply pressure to powerful industries like Wall Street banks, which several recent AG’s have made the focus of their efforts. Green Party candidate Michael Sussman has focused his campaign on government corruption, arguing that an independent prosecutor is needed in the office. This is a position echoed by Reform party candidate Nancy Sliwa. Libertarian candidate Chris Garvey has also said he would focus on prosecuting government corruption, but has also advocated for a narrow enforcement of laws in the Libertarian view, saying he would not enforce any law he felt violated the U.S. constitution.

COMPTROLLER Thomas DiNapoli (D) v. Jonathan Trichter (R) v. Mark Dunlea (G) v. Cruger Gallaudet (LIB) Democrat Thomas DiNapoli is the longest serving elected official in statewide government, having been in office since 2007, when he was appointed through a special election. The Nassau County native was re-elected narrowly in 2010 and in 2014 he received the most votes from any statewide candidate. This year, he is being challenged by Republican Jonathan Trichter, who has campaigned on saving New Yorkers billions through thorough audits that are not politicized and through shining a light on the costs of public pensions. Green party candidate Mark Dunlea has focused his campaign on forcing the Comptroller office to completely divest from fossil fuels because of the growing threat of climate change. Libertarian Cruger Gallaudet has positioned himself as a watchdog on New York’s fiscal health.

U.S. SENATE Kirsten Gillibrand (D) v. Chele Farley Gillibrand was appointed to the U.S. Senate in 2009 by then-Governor David Paterson. Since then, she ran and won a special election in 2010 and then was elected to a full six-year term in 2012. She is often talked about as a potential presidential candidate in 2020, and in recent years has been arguably the Senate’s fiercest advocate for women’s rights, and one of the staunchest critics of Donald Trump. Her Republican opponent Chele Farley is an engineer and a partner at a financial equity firm. She has called for New York to get a larger share of federal funding, attacked Gillibrand for not being fully supportive of Israel, and has advocated for lower taxes in the state. She has also pledged to only serve two terms in the Senate if elected.

CONGRESSIONAL RACES Queens has seven members of Congress representing parts of the borough, and six of them have contested races this year. Currently, all seats in the district are held by Democrats.

it does stretch into Howard Beach and Ozone Park. Democrat Hakeem Jeffries is seeking his fourth term in office. He is being challenged by Conservative Ernest Johnson and Reform party candidate Jessica White.

3rd District — Tom Suozzi (D) v. Dan DeBono (R)

12th District — Carolyn Maloney (D) v. Eliot Rabin (R) v. Scott Hutchins (G)

Democrat Tom Suozzi was elected to office in 2016 and is seeking reelection to his district which stretches from Suffolk County, through Nassau County and into the eastern edge of Queens representing Little Neck, Whitestone, Glen Oaks and Floral Park. The former Nassau County Executive is being challenged by former Navy Seal Dan DeBono, who is campaigning on strengthening the middle class, improving infrastructure, and increasing military spending.

6th District — Grace Meng (D) v. Thomas Hillgardner (G) Rep. Meng is seeking her fourth term representing Flushing, Bayside, Forest Hills, Kew Gardens, Rego Park, Maspeth and several other communities in Queens. Meng is first Asian-American to represent New York in Congress. She is being challenged by Thomas Hillgardner who has spent decades advocating for tenants and was an early supporter of Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential election.

7th District — Nydia Velazquez (D) v. Jeffrey Kurzon (REFORM) v. Joseph Lieberman (C)

This district stretches from Manhattan, through Brooklyn and into Maspeth and Ridgewood in Queens. Rep. Velazquez is seeking her 14th term in Congress and is being challenged by Conservative Joseph Lieberman and Reform party candidate Jeffrey Kurzon.

8th District — Hakeem Jeffries (D) v. Ernest Johnson (C) v. Jessica White (REFORM) While the district is mostly in Brooklyn,

Mainly in Manhattan, this district extends into Long Island City and Roosevelt Island. Rep. Maloney is seeking her 14th term in office and is facing a challenge from Republican Eliot Rabin, a small business owner who has focused his campaign on education reform and improving the civility in politics. Green party candidate Scott Hutchins is also seeking the seat on a platform of combating corporate welfare, creating affordable housing, and creating a public banking system in the state.

14th District — Alexandria OcasioCortez (D) v. Anthony Pappas (R) v. Rep. Joe Crowley (WFP) v. Elizabeth Perri (C)

Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez shot onto the political scene with her upset primary victory over incumbent Rep. Joe Crowley in June. Since then, she has been criss-crossing the country promoting progressive candidates, while also knocking on doors back here in her district, discussing her platform of Medicare for all, rolling back corporate tax breaks, and providing better education opportunities for all residents. Her primary opponent, Crowley, will also appear on the ballot on the Working Families Party line, but he has not actively campaigned for the seat since his loss. Republican Anthony Pappas was recently disavowed by the Queens Republican party after accusations surfaced of domestic violence against his ex-wife. Conservative candidate Elizabeth Perri is running for the district for the second time, after losing in 2014. The district represents Astoria, College Point, East Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, Woodside and stretches into the Bronx.

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STATE SENATE On a statewide level, a lot of eyes will be on the battle for the state senate. Republicans hold a narrow edge in the chamber and if Democrats can pick up just one seat they will take control, potentially giving the party all levers of power in government. In Queens, the races are not expected to factor into that determination. Democrats are heavy favorites in all the races being contested. 11th District — John Liu (D) v. Tony Avella (Ind) v. Vickie Paladino (R) v. Simon Minching (C) This race is likely the most interesting in the borough, as former city Comptroller John Liu is in a four way race that includes his Democratic primary opponent and incumbent Tony Avella — who decided to continue to campaign after narrowly losing the September primary election. Liu has campaigned on pushing a progressive agenda for the district, which includes Fresh Meadows, Bayside, Whitestone and neighboring communities. Liu has also suggested Avella’s decision to join a group of breakaway Democrats known as the Independent Democratic Caucus (IDC) empowered Republicans and hurt the district. Avella has countered by saying he is a fighter for his constituents and has leveled corruption charges against Liu because members of his 2013 mayoral campaign were charged with campaign finance violations. The race also features Republican Vickie Paladino, whose campaign has focused on keeping jails out of the community by keeping Rikers Island open. She also advocates for keeping the SHSAT test for high school students. Conservative Simon Minching, who was defeated by Paladino in the GOP primary in September, has campaigned on reducing taxes and other costs hindering business and has called for education reform.

STATE ASSEMBLY

16th District — Toby Stavisky (D) v. Vincent Pazienza (REFORM) Toby Ann Stavisky has represented the district, which stretches from Woodside to Bay Terrace, since 1999 when her husband Leonard died and she won a special election to replace him. A former Social Studies teacher, she has been an advocate for education funding for Queens in her tenure. She is being challenged by Vincent Pazienza.

30th District — Brian Barnwell (D) vs. Eric Butkiewicz (R) After fending off a primary challenge from Melissa Sklarz, Barnwell is looking for a second term in office representing Maspeth, Middle Village, Woodside and neighboring areas. He has been an advocate for tax relief for seniors and the middle class. His opponent, Eric Butkiewicz, has campaigned on a platform of standing up against Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio, specifically on overdevelopment and the implementation of homeless shelters in the district. 33rd District — Clyde Vanel (D) vs. Lalita Etwaroo (R) Vanel is seeking his second term representing Cambria Heights, St. Albans, Hollis and neighboring communities. In his first term, he proposed a host of bills addressing issues arising from rapidly advancing technology, including legislation to regulate cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and sports betting. His opponent, Lalita Etwaroo, is a Guyanese immigrant who is campaigning on a platform of combating corruption and protecting the SHSAT.

13th District — Jessica Ramos (D) v. Jose Peralta (Ind) In the September Democratic primary, Jessica Ramos defeated incumbent Jose Peralta. Since the election, Peralta has not campaigned for the seat, but he will appear on the Independence party line, as well as the Reform party and Women’s equality party line. 15th District — Joe Addabbo (D) v. Thomas Sullivan (R) Representing parts of Southeast Queens, stretching from the Rockaways to Maspeth, Addabbo has been in office since 2009. The Democratic state Senator has campaigned on his ability to get things done in Albany, even though he has been a member of the minority party. His opponent, Republican Tom Sullivan, has touted his career as an Army colonel in his stump speeches, saying he will be able to get things done in the state legislature. He’s advocated for lower property taxes, better environmental protections for the Rockaways during his campaign.

challenged by Republican Danniel Maio. In 2016, Maio challenged Rep. Grace Meng for Congress and was defeated.

Thanks to decades of gerrymandering in New York, which has allowed Republicans to draw their lines in the state Senate and Democrats to draw their lines in the Assembly, only seven of the 18 Assembly seats have contested races this November. Eleven incumbent Democrats are already preparing for their next term in Albany. Here’s a quick look at the races being contested. 23rd District — Stacey Pheffer Amato (D) vs. Matthew Pecorino (R) In this district, encompassing Rockaway, Ozone Park, Howard Beach and neighboring communities, Pheffer Amato is seeking a second term. The seat was previously held by her mom, the current Queens County Clerk Audrey Pheffer, for more than 20 years. Pheffer Amato’s opponent, Matthew Pecorino, has been campaigning on a platform of implementing term limits and of lowering property taxes by extending the state’s 2 percent property tax cap to New York City.

26th District — Ed Braunstein (D) vs. David Bressler (R) Braunstein is seeking his fifth term in office representing Bayside and parts of Whitestone and Little Neck. He has been an advocate for maintaining the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT) in New York City and has called for reforming the city’s property tax system. His opponent, David Bressler, has campaigned against closing Rikers Island and railed against elected officials who have suggested that New York State and New York City should be sanctuaries for undocumented immigrants. 28th District — Andrew Hevesi (D) vs. Danniel S. Maio (R) Hevesi has been in office since he won a special election in 2005, representing Forest Hills, Rego Park and neighboring areas. He is the son of former city and state comptroller Alan Hevesi. He has been an advocate for increasing wages for workers. Hevesi is being

39th District — Catalina Cruz (D) vs. Ari Espinal (WFP) vs. Bobby Kalotee (REFORM) Democrat Catalina Cruz defeated incumbent Assemblywoman Ari Espinal in the September Democratic primary. While Espinal is not actively campaigning for the seat, her name will appear on the Working Families Party ballot line. Bobby Kalotee is the chair of the Queens County Reform Party, former vice chair of the Nassau County Republican Party, and former chair of the Nassau County Independence Party, and was a candidate for lt. governor in 2014. 40th District — Ron Kim (D) vs. John Scandalios (R) Assemblyman Ron Kim is seeking his fourth term in office representing parts of Flushing, College Point and Whitestone. He was the first Korean American to be elected in the state. He is being challenged by Republican John Scandalios, who is advocating for less regulation on small businesses, lower taxes and term limits for elected officials.

Vote 2018

The Queens Tribune, Thursday, November 1, 2018

EDITORIAL BOARD ENDORSEMENTS Four More Years Of Cuomo Governing a state as diverse and complicated as New York forces any executive to make hundreds of difficult decisions that over time alienate and upset the electorate. The calculus of a good leader is figuring out what needs to be done, even if it is unpopular, and what should be done because it is popular. Over the past eight years, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has made more good decisions than bad. He has been fiscally responsible. He’s invested in necessary infrastructure improvements. He’s championed human rights, passing marriage equality. He’s also done far more than most politicians on trying to combat climate change — though we feel he could still do more on this issue. Where Cuomo has failed the residents of Queens has been allowing the subway system to decline. The trains are a vital artery to life in the borough and serve as the first impression of the city for millions of tourists. Cuomo also has not been aggressive enough in making the borough affordable for the working class. If there was another candidate in the race we felt could do more to address these issues, we’d consider endorsing them. But that is not the case. Cuomo is the best choice for governor for Queens residents. We just hope he can spend his third term improving subway service and making leaving in the borough a little bit more affordable.

DiNapoli Deserves Your Vote For more than a decade Democrat Tom DiNapoli has served the state of New York responsibly as comptroller, growing the pension fund and effectively auditing agencies to keep them honest. His challengers have suggested the office could be used to do more to wield political influence, but we believe DiNapoli has struck the perfect balance of promoting New Yorkers priorities with the influence of the pension fund, while remembering the role of the office is to secure the futures of millions of retirees and be a check on the bureaucracy of state government. The Queens Tribune

enthusiastically back Tom DiNapoli for four more years as comptroller.

Tish James For Attorney General New York City Public Advocate Letitia “Tish” James fended off several challengers to win the Democratic nomination for attorney general in September. The Queens Tribune backed her opponent Leecia Eve in the primary, in part because we felt Eve was best equipped to challenge the Trump administration’s harmful policies with regard to New York. In the general election, James is now the person who will do the best job, making sure the values and beliefs the majority of New Yorkers hold are not compromised by the federal government. We enthusiastically back James for attorney general, and urge voters to back her too.

Send Gillibrand Back To D.C. Over the past eight years, Kirsten Gillibrand has been a fierce fighter for New York, strategically picking her causes and putting her efforts towards actually getting legislation passed that will improve people’s lives. Her list of accomplishments is not long, or glitzy, in part because she has been in the minority for most of her time in D.C. But, Gillibrand has been able to come through for New York when it matters, doing the hard work necessary in the chamber, and standing up for the state’s principles and values as a passionate and credible voice of opposition when necessary.

Back Democrats In The State Senate When considering endorsements the most important factor our Editorial Board considers is which candidate will do the best job for their constituents. In general, we feel that the person is more important than the party when it comes to stacking government with the best and brightest. Unfortunately, the state Senate has reached a point where electing a unified Democratic party is necessary for Queens to get its fair share of education funding, environmental policies that will

protect us from the threat of climate change, and investment into our subway system. The state Senate GOP has also failed the borough on too many occasions, failing to renew speed camera legislation, and completely ignoring GENDA — a bill that would provide members of the LGBTQ community the same human rights and protections that all other New Yorkers have. There are qualified Republicans running for the state Senate in the borough, but this year we encourage you to vote for these Democratic nominees. It’s the best hope for an inclusive and progressive future of the borough.

SD11: John Liu SD13: Jessica Ramos SD15: Toby Ann Stavisky SD16: Joe Addabbo * the other Democratic state Senators are running unopposed

Let The Women’s Equality Party Die Voters will see this ballot line once again this year. Our hope is that it will be the last time. This party line was created by Gov. Cuomo four years ago for political purposes and has been a mockery for its entire existence. It has done nothing to promote equality for women, and has instead just served as a confusing waste of ink on the millions of ballots printed around the state. The party’s existence was questionable from the start. Gov. Cuomo set it up in 2014 to create a new ballot line for himself and his running mate Kathy Hochul, and it succeeded in getting more than 50,000 votes — a threshold that allows a party to exist for four years on the ballot. Over the past four years, the party has done nothing to promote women or women candidates for office. The only logical conclusion that can be drawn is that this was a political stunt by Gov. Cuomo that just needs to go away. We encourage everyone in Queens to back their candidate of choice on one of the other

ballot lines they are running on. And we especially urge you to vote for Gov. Cuomo on one of the other ballot lines, so this party can die.

Flip The Ballot The three questions on the back of the ballot next week are important. They could shape the future of the city’s political institutions for years to come. Which is why it is important for voters to take some time to consider them. Since we know you are busy, we want to give you our quick takeaway on the proposals. QUESTION 1: This would expand the current campaign finance system that is in place. Supporters of the system say the matching dollars for small donations help take the influence of corporate money out of politics — which is why this proposal would bolster the system, making it easier for people to run for office. It’s goal is to increase participation, which we think it likely will do. Opponents will argue that taxpayer money shouldn’t be spent on political campaigns. This initiative could lead to more waste and fraud, because it will flow public funds to candidates earlier in the process, before they are even guaranteed a spot on the ballot. Ultimately, this proposal just tweaks the current system, likely with more positive effects than negative ones. If you already support the idea of public funding of campaigns, you should vote "Yes." QUESTION 2: This would create a Civic Engagement Commission with a goal of getting more people invested in government. On the face of it, this is a worthy goal. But, the practical implementation of this could get messy. The Mayor would appoint 8 of the 15 members to this new commission, including the chair, who would be a controlling force in running the commission. If implemented, it is not unfathomable to think that a future mayor could stack these commissions with their supporters and task them to use the body’s power to either promote the mayor’s policies, or work to subvert community boards instead

of assisting them — even though the Charter Revision Commission (CRC) has thought of this and tried to put in safety measures to prevent it from happening. In the voter guide put out by the city, the first reason listed to vote no on this measure is: “It would create a new, redundant bureaucratic office.” We tend to think this is a reasonable concern that slightly outweighs the potential good that could come from passing the plan. We advise you to vote "No," but hope the CRC continues to work on developing a Civic Engagement Commission that will indeed help increase participation. QUESTION 3: Increasing diversity on community boards is necessary. This question would hopefully do that by changing the application and appointment process for existing community boards, specifically by putting more onus on Borough Presidents to seek out people of diverse backgrounds for appointments. THIS IS GREAT! But, there is a huge problem with this question. First, it includes term limits for the community board, which means thoughtful citizens who are dedicated to the well being of their community, willing to sacrifice their time, and are knowledgeable about complicated land use issues would just be kicked to the curb for two years (and then they could be reappointed to the board for another eight years). The other big problem with this question is that it is tied to this idea that Question 2 will pass, and therefore there will be a Civic Engagement Commission that can train any new community board members on land use issues. What if Question 2 doesn’t pass, and Question 3 does? Do we then kick off community board members and have no real training for the new members? Like question 2, this is a well intentioned solution to the serious problem of lack of diversity on the community boards, but we are not convinced it will solve the problem and we are concerned it will create more chaos. We suggest you vote "No" on Question 3.

Elections

The Queens Tribune, Thursday, November 1, 2018

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Sports

The Queens Tribune, Thursday, November 1, 2018

Horse Racing’s Biggest Day

KEEPING SCORE

By MICHAEL GARETH JOHNSON

FRIDAY’S PICKS Name

1st

2nd

3rd

Sentient Jet Juvenile

Game Winner, 9

Complexity, 6

Knicks Go, 10

Juvenile Turf

Anthony Van Dyke, 14

Somelikeithot brown, 7

War of Will, 10

Tito’s Handmade Vodka Juvenile Fillies

Bellafina, 10

Jaywalk, 7

Serengeti Empress, 2

Juvenile Fillies Turf

Newspaperofrecord, 6

La Pelosa, 5

East, 14

Juvenile Turf Sprint

Bulletin, 5

Shang Shang Shang, 7

Pocket Dynamo, 12

Name

1st

2nd

3rd

Classic

McKinzie, 6

Mind Your Biscuits, 11

Accelerate, 14

Longines Turf

Enable, 2

Robert Bruce, 4

Channel Maker, 3

Longines Distaff

Monomoy Girl, 11

Wow Cat, 9

Abel Tasman, 2

Mile

Gustav Klimt, 13

Oscar Performance, 5

Analyze It, 12

TwinSpires Sprint

Promises Fulfilled, 2

Imperial Hint, 5

Roy H, 9

Maker’s Mark Filly & Mare Turf

Wild Illusion, 3

Sistercharlie, 6

Paved, 4

Dirt Mile

Catalina Cruiser, 10

Seeking the Soul, 6

City of Light, 1

Turf Sprint

World of Trouble, 11

Disco Partner, 5

Conquest Tsunami, 14

Filly & Mare Sprint

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Marley’s Freedom, Shamrock Rose, 13 14

SATURDAY’S PICKS When it comes to horse racing in the United States, the Kentucky Derby is the race everyone knows. Here in New York, the Belmont Stakes in June is the biggest day of racing in our neighborhood. But this weekend is the annual collection of the best racing North America will see each year: the Breeders’ Cup. This year it will take place on Friday and Saturday at Churchill Downs in Kentucky (home of the Kentucky Derby). And among the horses racing are many who call New York their home base for training and racing throughout the year. The Breeders’ Cup is trying something new this year. On Friday it will be running all its Juvenile races—races for 2-year-old thoroughbreds, who are the equivalent of young teenagers, full of energy and often not sure what they are doing on the track. If you are a bettor, these races can provide a lot of value since the developing colts and fillies with large odds can often improve dramatically over their previous races and bring home a big price. On Saturday, the card will include all the traditional races on both dirt and turf, at varying distances, and featuring North America’s top horses, as well as some European-bred stars shipping in for the massive purses. The whole thing culminates in the Classic—a 1 ¼-mile test on dirt that often crowns the horse who will go on to be named Horse of the Year. This year, Triple Crown-winner Justify will not be racing in the Classic, but that doesn’t diminish the quality of the field. One horse making up the deep field is Mind Your Biscuits. The New York-bred colt is one of the most accomplished horses ever bred in the Empire State, with

impressive wins all over the country. His success has mostly been as a sprinter (racing at distances of less than one mile), but he’s going to try to stretch out and make the longer Classic this year. So, if you are a casual fan looking for someone to root for this weekend, Biscuits might be your horse. Most of you probably can’t make it to Kentucky, but you can watch the races on NBC or NBC Sports. Or, you could catch the races from Aqueduct Racetrack. It will be open with simulcast action and will be hosting live racing as well, on both Friday and Saturday, as it settles in for the next six months. FRIDAY: Featuring five Breeders’ Cup races, Friday’s card is a difficult one for a bettor. But it’s an exciting one if you like the sport. These 2-year-olds are filled with potential and are always improving. You never know when one will make a huge leap forward, win by several lengths and leave the crowd abuzz. A couple of New York stories to look for include the following: In the Juvenile, Knicks Go is a longshot coming off a win. In the Juvenile Turf, former NY Giants head coach Bill Parcells has a horse named Forty Under, who is one of the favorites. SATURDAY: The nine Breeders’ Cup races on Saturday will be a treat for horse racing fans. While the Classic is the headliner, the star of the day may be in the race before. The Longines Turf will feature one of the greatest fillies in a decade, Enable. Undefeated in 8 starts, this 4-year-old bay filly has beat the best

horses in Europe — boys and girls — and is looking to become the first horse ever to win both the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe (the biggest race in France each year) and then go on to win the Breeders Cup. Betting against her could score you some big bucks on Saturday, but chances are most of the horse racing world will just be hoping to see this brilliant animal run. If you are looking for New York angle’s you can obviously cheer for Mind Your

Biscuits in the Classic, but you can also root for Disco Partner in the Turf Sprint. The NY-Bred actually holds the world record for the fastest time for six furlongs on the turf, set in June of 2017 at Belmont Park. Other NY-Breds competing include Fourstar Crook in the Filly & Mare Turf, and Highway Star in the Filly & Mare Sprint. Here are my top three picks in each race, with the post positions.

Red Storm Kick Off Promising Season Next Week

Mets Hire New General Manager After a disappointing season with 77 wins and 85 losses, the New York Mets needed a change. And that change is super-agent Brodie Van Wagenen, who is leaving his job representing top Major League Baseball talent at Creative Artists Agency LLC, known by most as CAA. Van Wagenen has represented several top Mets players, including Jacob DeGrom and Yoenis Cespedes. The 4 4 -year- old told the media this week he is committed to building a winning team immediately. “We will win now,” Van Wagenen said. “We will win in the future. We’re going to develop a winning culture Brodie Van Wagenen and a winning mindset, and we will deliver this city and this fanbase a team they can be proud of.” Hiring an agent to be General Manager is not uncommon in professional sports. The Los Angeles Lakers hired Rob Pelinka in 2017 to be their GM. And the Golden State Warriors head of basketball operations Bob Myers is also a former agent. Van Wagenen said managing personalities will be a key part of his strategy as GM of the Mets, which is a skill agents need to have. He also said his close relationship with Mets COO Jeff Wilpon is an added plus. Wilpon echoed the new GM’s goals of winning now. “We want to get this franchise to where the fans want it to be, which is a winning, sustainable franchise with years of winning going forward,” Wilpon said. “He’s going to bring some excitement. He’s going to bring a different look at things than we’ve had from traditional GMs. He’s got the full support of ownership behind him and he’s going to bring us a sustainable winner. We’re really energized by this.”

Knicks Struggling, As Expected After winning their first game of the season against the Atlanta Hawks, the Knicks have struggled as expected, dropping five straight games before beating the cross-town rival Nets on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, bringing their record to two wins and five losses. So far, the team has clearly missed their superstar forward Kristaps Porzingis, who is not expected to return until 2019 from the torn ACL he suffered last February. So far this season, Tim Hardaway Jr. has been the leading scorer for the team, with an average of 24.4 points per game. Promising 1st round draft pick Kevin Knox is expected to return soon from the ankle injury he suffered in the third game of the season, so at least Knicks fans have that to look forward to in coming days.

By MICHAEL GARETH JOHNSON Next Tuesday, St. John’s Men’s Basketball team will tip off on their most promising season in years. The Red Storm haven’t made the NCAA Tournament since 2011, and haven’t captured a Big East title since 2000. But with the addition of superstar transfer Mustapha Heron to pair with their already NBAbound point guard Shamorie Ponds, a trip to March Shamorie Ponds

Madness seems highly likely, and capturing a Big East crown is not unfathomable. The Johnnies are not ranked in the Associated Press Top 25 or USA Today’s coaches poll, but they were one of 24 teams to get some votes in the coaches poll, and were one of 28 teams that received votes in the AP poll. Basically what this means is that some of the so-called experts think the team has a chance to be good this year. To make the 68-team NCAA tournament you either have to win your conference tournament or have a goodenough season to get an at-large bid. The Big East is going to be competitive once again. Beat reporters and prognosticators have slated St. John’s

for a fourth or fifth place finish behind perennial powerhouses Villanova and several other top programs including Marquette, Xavier, Providence and Butler. But after Villanova—a clear consensus top team in the conference and last year’s NCAA champions—it’s harder to separate the teams. A second-place finish for St. John’s in the regular season would hardly be a surprise and would guarantee a trip to March Madness. Last year, six Big East teams made the tournament. The reason for all the optimism is that the team is as talented as they have been in nearly a decade. Ponds was recently named the Big East Preseason Player of the Year, an honor bestowed by the Big East coaches, who are clearly worried

about playing against the quick and talented offensive star. Ponds is only a junior, but this could be his last year at St. John’s, with 2019 mock NBA drafts predicting he could be picked anywhere from the late first round to the early second round. The projected starting five has several other blue-chip recruits—including Heron, who originally declared for the NBA draft in 2018 but then pulled out and transferred from Auburn to St. John’s—as well as Marvin Clark II, Justin Simon and Sedee Keita. The Red Storm’s first game of the season will be against Loyola-Maryland, with a 6:30 p.m. tip-off. Also named to the Big East Preseason First Team was Queens Village native Jessie Govan, who plays for Georgetown.

Nets Just As Bad As Knicks Just like the Knicks, the Brooklyn Nets are sitting at 2-5 and at the bottom of the Atlantic division. One of the Nets two wins came against the Knicks, who they also just loss to on Tuesday, and the other against the Cleveland Cavs — who just fired their coach Tyrone Lue after losing their first six games in the teams post-LeBron James era. Expectations were low for the Nets this year, and they are meeting them. The one bright spot has been shooting guard Caris LaVert, who continues to improve, averaging 18.9 points per game.

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SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK SATURDAY 11/3

Richmond Hill Diwali Motorcade

Cabaret Star Renee Katz Katz returns to her home synagogue to sing 15 songs with pianist John Cook. Expect to hear “It Could Happen To You,” “My Foolish Heart,” and “Come The Wild Wild Weather,” by Noel Coward. Starts at 6:30pm. Temple Beth Sholom, 171-39 Northern Blvd., Flushing. Make reservations at 718-463-4143. ----------------------------------------------

Neo Hot Club Listen to Jazz recordings on the original 78 RPM format amid a convivial atmosphere. Expert Ben Young leads this pilot session whose listening theme is “Jazz Artists from Queens.” Starting in the 1930s, Hot Clubs formed as places for fans to get together and listen to records. Free, with no RSVP required. Starts at 2:30pm. Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd. ----------------------------------------------

Pumpkin Smash Bring pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, and gourds, and smash them. The NYC Compost Project turns them into compost for city parks and green spaces. Free from 10am to 1pm. Lou Lodati Park, 41-15 Skillman Ave., LIC.

The festivities begin with religious rites at the Arya Spiritual Center Grounds at 104-44 133rd St. At 5:30 pm, the motorcade rolls on Liberty Avenue from 133rd Street. Starts at 7:30 pm, the Arya Spiritual Center Grounds host music, dancing, and chanting.

A Weekend of Ecuadorian Films The fourth annual Ecuadorian Film Festival in New York has screenings in Queens: “Manuela” on Nov. 3 at 12:15 pm; “Capitan Escudo” and “Ruta Viva” at 2:30 pm; and on Nov. 4, “Contragolpe” at 12:15 pm; and “Agujero Negro” and “Como Pez Fuera del Agua” at 2:30 pm. Queens Museum, NYC Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

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Art of Indoor Bonsai

Workshop on bonsai traditions, artistic design principles, horticulture, and short and long-term maintenance. Each participant leaves with a finished, potted bonsai. Starts at 11am. $100, materials included. Queens Botanic Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing. --------------------------------------------

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2

Day of the Dead Celebration

Artist Fellow Nancy Nowacek activates “Manuever,” a 10-ton sculpture composed of 400 brightly-colored sandbags. The piece is inspired by what she sees as an economic crisis in New York. In its current state, “Maneuver” exists as a boundary wall dividing the park into two halves. For the activation, visitors assist Nowacek in re-configuring “Maneuver” into a more protective and inclusive form. Starts at 1pm. Free. Socrates Sculpture Center, 32-01 Vernon Blvd., LIC.

A performance by Mariachi Nuevo Amanecer Academy followed by a presentation of Aztec Chichimeca dance, poetry, and music from indigenous dance troupe Yayauhki Tezcatlipoka. Begins at 4:30pm. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria’s Kaufman Arts District. ----------------------------------------------

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4

Jewish Food Festival An evening of Jewish food, music, and dance from Morocco, Uzbekistan, Ethiopia, and Yemen. $55. Starts at 4pm. Bukharian Jewish Community Center, 106-16 70th Ave., Forest Hills. ----------------------------------------------

Sinatra By Request An evening of Jewish food, music, Accompanied by a band, showman Steven Maglio croons Frank Sinatra’s hits, including “That’s Life,” “Come Fly With Me,” and “My Way.” The afternoon kicks off with an hour of hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar at 2 pm. $51. Towers on the Green, North Shore Towers, 272-48 Grand Central Pkwy. ----------------------------------------------

The Decline of Civilization A screening of “Rhinoceros” and a conversation with political scientist Ester Fuchs and playwright Theresa Rebeck. Starring Gene Wilder and Zero Mostel, this absurdist 1974 movie is about humans turning into rhinoceroses. Rebeck has had success spanning theater, television, film, and literature. Fuchs is Director of the Urban and Social Policy Program at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. $15. Starts at 6:30pm. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria’s Kaufman Arts District. ----------------------------------------------

Fiber Optics A panel discussion moderated by Dieu Donné Executive Director Kathleen Flynn with textile artist Isa Rodrigues and visual artists Erin M. Riley and Martha Tuttle. Starts at 3:30pm. Free. Dorsky Gallery, 11-03 45th Ave., LIC.

Murder at the World’s Fair Eat dinner while Josephine Foundation actors present a murder mystery. Shows are 7pm both Friday and Saturday night. $35. Maple Grove Cemetery, 127-15 Kew Gardens Rd., Kew Gardens. ----------------------------------------------

Savoy! Dancing Through The Swing Era Hollywood dancer Lillian Carlyle grooves to the Lindy Hop and music by Big Band greats such as Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman. $10. Starts at 7:30pm. Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Ave. ----------------------------------------------

Coco Watch the Oscar-winning animated film about Miguel, who wants to be a musician, but music is forbidden in his family because of events that happened many generations ago. One day he stumbles into the Land of the Dead and meets his ancestors. Times are Nov. 2 at 5 pm, and Nov. 3 and Nov. 4 at 11 am. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria’s Kaufman Arts Center.

Artbuilt Studio Presents Hamacas with Artist-in-Residence Liene Bosque (From 1pm to 4pm on four days)

The Babylon Line Douglaston Community Theater presents this play about an NYC creative writing teacher who learns an unexpected life lesson on Long Island. Eight shows running until Nov. 17. Zion Church Parish Hall, 243-01 Northern Blvd., Douglaston.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Artbuilt Studio Presents Hamacas with Artist-inResidence Liene Bosque Meet artist-in-residence Bosque and participate in workshops about creative and historical hammock weaving. Her interactive installation features looms and hand-woven hammocks. From 4pm to On Nov. 3+4, make hammock decorations such as fringes, tassels, and macramé. On Nov. 10+11, watch Amazonian musical performances as part of the final celebration. Artbuilt Trailer near Queens Museum, NYC Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

Seussical The Royal Star Theatre presents a fun musical with funding from Queens Council on the Arts. Show times are Nov. 3, 8 pm; Nov. 4, 3 pm; Nov. 9, 8 pm; Nov. 10, 3 pm; and Nov. 11, 3 pm. Immaculate Conception Catholic Academy Auditorium, 179-14 Dalny Rd., Jamaica.

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Make Your Own Rag Rug Learn about decorations and furniture inside 19th century homes and make miniature rag rugs to take home. King Manor Museum, vicinity of Jamaica Avenue and 150th Street in King Park, Jamaica. ----------------------------------------------

Poetry Readings on the 7 Train and Project Launch in the Panorama Contributors and guests meet on the platform at the Queens-bound Vernon Jackson station and step on the first car of the first local 7 train. Contributors read their original work on the train before stepping off at Mets-Willets Point station and walking to Queens Museum. At 3 pm, contributors and guests gather for a reception and website reveal in the Panorama of the City of New York. Queens Museum, NYC Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park.

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Commentary

The Queens Tribune, Thursday, November 1, 2018

Building A Better World For The Kids By EDDIE BORGES

Mayor’s Queens Week Gimmick If you blinked you missed last week’s Queens edition of “City Hall in Your Borough,” an engagement gimmick the de Blasio City Hall kicked off while the mayor was running for re-election in 2017. Most outlets and the chattering class praised the initiative as a unique way to immerse senior mayoral staff in the issues and opportunities in each of the five boroughs. Presumptive incoming Queens state Senator Jessica Ramos, who was then a spokesperson for City Hall, said the following at the onset of the new initiative last March: “We know City Hall can seem far away from many corners of our city. ‘City Hall in Your Borough’ will allow the administration to be on the ground in each borough, communicating directly with community leaders and residents in their neighborhoods.” While our editorial board did notice a flurry of releases and events from the City Hall press office last week, here is a sampling of the daily schedule from Thursday, Oct. 25: On Thursday, Mayor de Blasio will appear live on MSNBC’s Morning Joe. After, the Mayor will appear live on CNN’s New Day.

Later, the Mayor will hold a media availability at the ribbon cutting of a new ExpressCare clinic. This event is open press. There will be Q-and-A. In the afternoon, the Mayor and Borough President Katz will unveil designs for the reconstruction of the Olde Towne of Flushing Burial Ground. This event is open press. There will be no Q-and-A. Two national media hits, albeit in response to the very important pipebomb scare; a ribbon-cutting; and an unveiling: This schedule feels like something the mayor of New York City should be doing on any given weekday throughout the course of the year, i.e., calming the public in the wake of a security issue fraught with politics and attending community events in Elmhurst and Flushing. With the amount of resources City Hall has, and with borough directors and Queensites already on staff, the borough would be better served if City Hall dropped the gimmicks and focused on each and every borough, and New Yorker, year round. An idea that could initially be applauded for its sentiment has fallen victim to the worst practices of governing by gimmick. Next year, we hope the mayor spares us the sentiment, and works towards spending more time in Queens and the other four boroughs.

Lessons From Brazil As most of the country mourned the tragic loss of life in Pittsburgh to yet more gun violence, with the added backdrop of nationalist and anti-Semitic hate, most of us struggled with a mix of emotions ranging from sadness to fear and anger. Add to this the mailing of bombs or bomb-making elements to several high-profile Democratic officials and media organizations, and you have wallto-wall coverage of a divided country that has allowed unstable people from the fringes of society back into the mainstream. It is a tough new reality—and a reality that is hard for us to disassociate from the rhetoric coming out of the Trump White House, and echoed by Fox News and other unabashedly pro-Trump media sources. (It is not necessarily always proTrump; I think far-right and conservative fit the bill.) While the divisive rhetoric and increased political violence is clearly a concern here at home, it is not occurring in a vacuum. We are seeing rising hate throughout the world, most recently in Brazil. This past weekend, the South American nation elected a far-right conservative known for his divisive, bigoted and misogynistic stances and inflammatory statements. The bombastic Jair Bolsonero shares many traits with Donald Trump—and Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, as well as other conservative strongmen and parties rising in popularity. As Barack Obama famously stated, elections have consequences. And oh boy have the recent

elections of Trump, Duterte and now Bolsonero begun to bear their bad fruits. It may be easy to sit back and say that there are enough problems here at home; why should we care about Brazil? For one, Bolsonero has called for the killing of gay people: He once said he’d rather his son die in a car accident than be gay. This type of rhetoric is sure to trigger a mass exodus of members of the LGBTQ community in Brazil, with their preferred destination for asylum likely to be the United States—if our country will let them in. With Trump in the White House, that’s no sure thing. If the LGBTQ issues don’t move you, how about climate change? Brazil is home to one of the largest and most important nature preserves in the world: the Amazon jungle. Bolsonero wants to stop protecting the indigenous tribes in the jungle, and instead sell off the land to corporations to exploit its resources. The scientific community is concerned that this could exacerbate global warming—so if you live in a coastal area of Queens, this election should scare you. As the world’s borough, Queens knows better than most how interconnected our world is. It is hardly by coincidence that the two largest and most powerful nations in the Western Hemisphere are now led by right-wing populists with penchants for incendiary rhetoric. Politics across the world seem to be devolving ever faster, but it is up to the citizens of democracy to stop the rot. Last week’s election in Brazil should be a stark reminder of the importance of next Tuesday, Nov. 6, here in Queens and across the country.

HE LINE TO ENTER Ansche Chesed, on West End Avenue and 100th Street, on Sunday night wrapped around the block twice. A little before 7 p.m., a rabbi came out to announce that the 1,800 seats in the sanctuary were full. Not one left. The rabbi proceeded to offer a service right there on the front steps. As she offered prayers through a megaphone, the lines around the block broke up and we crowded in front of her on the sidewalk, quickly spilling into the northbound lane of West End Avenue, then the southbound lane, until we reached the far sidewalk, packing the street between 100th and 101st. Without a sound, the police closed off the avenue to traffic. Not one driver honked his car horn with impatience. The rabbi said that over the last day, some had said that they shouldn’t go to temple anymore. What we showed Sunday night is that we will be coming in waves to fi ll the synagogues no matter what our faith. My hope is that by the time those twins, whose bris was being celebrated at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue on Saturday, go to the Torah for their bar mitzvahs, this past weekend will mark the beginning of the end of one of the darkest periods in American history. I can’t stop thinking about the twins. And all the children. After hearing the news Saturday afternoon, my immediate reaction was to reach out to my oldest friends, who were the fi rst to have children. They are all Jewish.

That’s because I had the privilege of growing up in central Queens. From what I’ve been reading about Squirrel Hill, in Pittsburgh, it sounds a lot like Jamaica, Flushing and Kew Gardens. When I was at Jamaica High School, my friend Spyro Karakizis used to say that he might as well join the Hillcrest Jewish Center on Union Turnpike, because he spent more time playing basketball there than at the Greek Orthodox Church where his family belonged. At Queens College, I served on the board of directors of the Council of Jewish Organizations, and as president of Alpha Epsilon Pi’s second pledge class. My religion didn’t matter. Further, I was in the closet back then— or, I thought I was. I learned years later that everyone knew I was gay. It didn’t matter. In that neighborhood, I always felt safe and loved. I even had a great relationship with Rabbi Michael Strasberg when he was at the Young Israel of Hillcrest, close to the college on Jewel Avenue. He didn’t choose to minister to people solely based on their faith. Sadly, this sanctuary in Queens was just a bubble. And it’s been popped by a man who was raised just half a block from the Immaculate Conception, on Dalny Road in Jamaica Estates, where I started school. I certainly rang the bell at his parents’ door numerous times during my childhood when I was selling candy for fundraising drives at school or, even, UNICEF. That’s why I’m having a such a problem ac-

cepting how a man who grew up in the same multicultural community in central Queens that I did can be at the nexus of hate in the world today. Sunday, a president was elected in Brazil with a platform to kill the gays. Saturday, the congregants of the Tree of Life synagogue were massacred while celebrating their faith and two new lives. And last week, the Department of Justice announced it was rolling back protections for the transgendered. As someone who had the good fortune of growing up in this sanctuary-like community in Queens, it behooves me to step up and push back against the hate that was born at our center. It means I will be joining my friends for Sabbath services this Saturday to show that here in Queens, we will not accept this hate nor will we live in fear. It means showing up on Election Day to vote against the hate. And it means holding elected officials, in Washington and locally, accountable for their actions and their leadership—or lack of leadership. If we are going to counter the hate, we need to keep our side of the street clean. For years, to the dismay of some, I’ve written in Sharpie on the walls across from my desks in various offices and at home: “What have you done today to reduce childhood poverty?” Today, I add, “What have you done today to make a better place for the twins from Squirrel Hill?”

Crowley Condemns Campaign In His Name

N TUESDAY NIGHT I received from a source this flyer — sent via a text message. The trusted bochinchero told me: “[the flier] was texted to me from an activist in the Bronx who also said a veterans organization invited him to meet this Sunday. If I get the location I’ll let you know,” the source said. Another source confirmed that “there is activity going on for Joe.” I then asked my source—who at other times has spoken to me and shared accurate information—a round of questions, to which he responded, “I can’t say any more on this, Gerson.” He then acknowledged that “there’s a significant portion of the district that voted for Ocasio-Cortez that feel they made a mistake.” He wouldn’t go any further. Another source confirmed the buzz that there was a wave of support for Crowley, and said, “She made a lot of commitments to a lot of people.” The Democrat, who doesn’t vote in the 14th Congressional District, then made it clear: “I’m not getting involved. It’s not my fight.” After reporting what I heard online Tuesday night, things started to move. Several Republicans who are actively working against Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have sent me direct messages about the column. They confirmed that they are in fact voting for Joe Crowley on Nov. 6, in part because the GOP candidate has serious personal issues that have been widely reported. “Some of us had already decided that we were voting for Crowley. The way we see it, he’s a Democrat that we know. We’re not going to vote for that know-nothing socialist,” said the Republican bochinchera from the Bronx. Other sources—both Dems and Reps— in Queens have also confirmed that they are indeed voting for Crowley, the loser of the June 26 Democratic primary. One explanation for why this is happening— at least in the Bronx—came from an insider at the county party, who said Ocasio-Cortez has not engaged the Bronx leaders. The source told us that “as far as we know, Marcos [Crespo] and Ocasio-Cortez have only spoken once.” The source indicated that it was a congratulatory call: “He did reach out and wish her well, and told her he looked forward to working with her.” Another bochinchero said that “Ocasio-Cortez has spoken to and met with others, and there’s

nothing to indicate she has expressed anything negative towards the Bronx Democrats.” I asked the inside source if there was a coordinated effort with the Bronx organization for Election Day. The response was, “County is not sure what her plan is for voter turnout. We have worked towards getting ALL Dems elected in Bronx.” As for Crowley himself, the only response we got to the story came from Lauren French, communications director for the congressman. “Joe strongly supports Ms. Ocasio-Cortez, and we know she’ll be the next member of Congress for NY-14. This flyer is a distraction and shouldn’t be news. People printing a piece of paper doesn’t mean much at all. Right now, all efforts and energies should be spent in helping elect Democrats to Republican-held seats. End of story,” she said. I asked her if Joe would be issuing a statement, from his lips. Hours later,

we got this tweet from the congressman’s account: “Not running. Not campaigning. Shut down campaign operations months ago. Not circulating fliers. To whoever is: knock it off. Focus should be on electing Democrats to Republican seats. I’ve moved on, so should everyone else.” All of this may be all talk and the frustrations of many regular Democrats and Republicans. The one thing I do know is that I asked a millennial—who lives in the Queens portion of the district and who voted for Ocasio-Cortez in the primary—if he was going to vote. His response was, “Of course! I was going to anyway, but especially now after your story!” Gerson Borrero is a veteran journalist and commentator. His weekly Bochinche column looks at insider gossip and exclusive tips about New York politics.

ARTS & CULTURE

The Queens Tribune, Thursday, November 1, 2018

The Daily Spectacle

Illustration by Pauline Shin

THE ONLY LIVING MILLENNIAL IN NEW YORK

By THOMAS MOODY After a certain number of years living in New York, one of the essential customs to adopt is not wanting to continue living in New York for much longer; dreaming of leaving the city behind for the country, the coast, some small mountain town where the air is fresh, the rent is cheap and the roads are quiet. Another, complementary, custom is being sick to death of hearing about other New Yorkers’ dreams of doing exactly that. Leaving the city for pastures cleaner and wider, in search of something more wholesome, more virtuous, to “get in touch with oneself,” is a trope that stretches all the way back to antiquity, to Athanasius of Alexandria’s Life of St. Anthony. In the fourth century, Athanasius wrote about a young, prosperous man-about-town and future saint, Anthony, who left the bustling Egyptian city of Alexandria—the New York of its day—for the desert and its vast expanse of nothing, in quest of spiritual awakening.

The “return to innocence” theme has shown great resilience and adaptability throughout the centuries. Perhaps the best-known contemporary version is Joan Didion’s 1968 essay, “Goodbye to All That,” in which the young writer finds herself bored with the manifold temptations that New York has to offer. She discovers that at the age of 28 “the golden rhythm was broken, and...I [was] not young anymore.” Indeed, a few year ago, a collection of essays featuring a diverse range of young female writers and editors was published under the title of Didion’s essay. Each piece had a different slant on why putting the New York skyline in the rearview mirror was the most prudent move to make. To say, then, that a coming-of-age story of a young professional—apathetic about her career and living in a trendy New York neighborhood (Greenpoint) with her semi-employed writer boyfriend, who wants to leave an over-gentrified city for the cheaper,

more authentic Pacific Northwest—is risking cliché would be a gargantuan understatement. Luckily, Severance, Ling Ma’s brilliant new novel, tells this exact story, but with so much more. Severance is also an immigrant story, a story about loss (of both culture and family), a veiled but powerful condemnation of our consumer culture, and, most implausibly, a story about a zombie-ish apocalypse. Candace is a young, first-generation Chinese American orphan who finds herself working for a company that coordinates the production of specialty bibles. Much of the production for these bibles is sourced out to Southeast Asia, where the materials and labor are cheapest. With offices in Times Square, Candace spends her days in the belly of the beast—the center of the commercial universe—and her nights in her basement apartment in fast-gentrifying Greenpoint with her boyfriend, Jonathan. Jonathan is working on his novel and occasionally freelance writing, but over the past year he has become increasingly disillusioned with New York. “Something along the lines of: the city...tedious and boring, its charms as illusory as its facade of authenticity. Its lines were too long. Everything was a status symbol and everything cost too much. There were so many on-trend consumers, standing in lines for blocks to experience a fad dessert, gimmicky art exhibits, a new retail concept store. We were all making such uninspired lifestyle choices. We, including me.” Jonathan wants out of New York, meaning he wants out of his relationship with Candace, unless she commits to follow him. Candace, happy with her routine, does not want to leave New York. “Me, nothing really weighed on me, nothing unique. Me, I held down an office job and fiddled around with some photography when the moon hit the Gowanus right. Or something like that, the usual ways of justifying your life, of passing time. With the money I made, I bought Shiseido facial exfoliants, Blue Bottle coffee, Uniqlo cashmere.” The insistence on naming brands has become an overused device in contemporary fiction. What began as an ironic nod to our brand-driven culture quickly turned into an empty trend, detached from any meaningful statement. Ling Ma, however, employs the tactic to devastating effect: Specific brands do not merely define the individual; rather, the notion of consumerism (in which brands represent a false freedom of choice) is the very basis of our civilization. When Candace’s parents first move from China to Salt Lake City, Utah, Candace’s mother’s homesickness is only eased in “department stores, supermarkets, wholesales clubs, superstores.”

Candace’s work means that she frequently travels to China. These trips are punctuated by shopping at outlets for cheap designer knock-offs or one-of-a-kind samples of high-fashion brands. They also fill her with a mass of memories from her childhood visits with her parents back in their hometown of Fuzhou. Candace remembers that one of her uncles, a driver for a local government official, washed his Lexus in the courtyard of his apartment complex every morning. “The Lexus is to Chinese communism what the Lincoln Town Car is to American democracy” her uncle told Candace. “Both look nice, but not too nice.” On one trip, Candace purchases a stack of “spirit money”: fake money that is burned in honor of the dead, so that they may be wealthy in the afterlife. When she returns to New York, she sits on her fire escape and burns the money in a big ceramic bowl, along with pictures of designer clothing from fashion magazines, until she “watched the last luxury images burn and extinguish into ash, entering some other metaphysical realm where my parents feasted. As the fire subsided and the embers dimmed, I imagined them combing through the mountain of items, dumbstruck by the dizzying abundance. I imagined that it would be more than they would ever need, more than they knew what to do with, even in eternity.” It is a searing indictment of our culture of unbridled greed and consumerism. It is no surprise, then, that when an outbreak of a strange fever originates in China, it finds its way immediately to New York; it is as if the chickens of our gluttony have come home to roost. “Shen Fever” is spread by invisible fungal spores that are breathed in by its victims. Symptoms are various but slow-moving. In the end, a sufferer is turned into something of a zombie: a mindless lump of body that goes through an endless repetition of asinine routines, such as setting the dinner table or trying on a dress. The fever spreads fastest in New York, and Candace, with a unique immunity to it, becomes the last uninfected person in the city. Forced to flee, she hooks up with a gang of survivors who carefully roam the newly apocalyptic terrain on their way to the promised “Facility” located somewhere outside Chicago. Ling Ma expertly weaves divergent themes into a fast-paced, powerful satire. She is a master storyteller and a seamlessly brilliant writer. If there was ever a reason to leave New York, it would be to escape an apocalyptic fever that sent its victims into a mind-numbing routine, a routine that might include staring at a screen all day, scrolling through an application of thousands of photos, checking emails, sending memes.

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BRIEFLY NOTED Essential Essays: Culture, Politics, and the Art of Poetry, Adrienne Rich (W.W. Norton) Adrienne Rich (1929-2012) was a titan of American postwar poetry and thought. As one of the nation’s foremost public intellectuals, she championed a radical approach to feminism and antiracist activism. Essential Essays collects her canonical prose pieces, comprising critical, polemical and personal essays and public statements, including her famous commencement speech at Smith College in 1979, when she asked, “What does a woman need to know?” Her answer? “There is no women’s college today which is providing young women with the education they need for survival.” These essays, which include “Motherhood and Daughterhood” and “Voices from the Air,” are essential, particularly for our current moment. In

1997, Rich refused a National Medal for the Arts from President Clinton, writing to the White House that “the very meaning of art, as I understand it, is incompatible with the cynical politics of this administration…. The radical disparities of wealth and power in America are widening at a devastating rate.” Rich went on to assert, “A president cannot meaningfully honor certain token artists while the people at large are so dishonored….In the end, I don’t think we can separate art from overall human dignity and hope.” Perhaps if more of us demanded as much from our leaders as Rich did then, we would not find ourselves immersed in the current political climate. ONLINE READ OF THE WEEK The Red Right Hand Files https://theredhandfiles.com/ Last week, the Australian writer and musician Nick Cave played to a sold-out Barclay’s Center in New York with his band The Bad Seeds. Cave is one of the most celebrated and prolific writers of the past 40 years, producing over 20 full-length albums, numerous film scores, three feature film scripts, two novels, a collection

TONY HOAGLAND 1953 — 2018 Contemporary American poetry lost one of its greatest champions and finest practitioners last week. Tony Hoagland died of pancreatic cancer at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he was 64. Hoagland published seven poetry collections, winning numerous prizes and awards along the way, including a fellowship from the National Endow ment of the Arts. His 2003 collection, What Narcissism Means to Me, was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Awards. His poetry was marked by a combination of sharp wit, generous humor, and a steadfast earnestness; a marriage that produced an intense range of responses in its readers. In “In the Waiting Room With Leonard Cohen,” from 2018’s Priest Turned Therapist Treats Fear of God, Hoagland writes of crying over the death of the Canadian singer whilst in a hospital waiting room: “I don’t care if it’s dishonest, there is nourishment / in these wet tears. I sense / I’m irrigating my own dirty life / with something clean and fresh from far away like rain. / Still, crying is violent and weird and hard. / It’s like pulling something free from something else / that doesn’t want to give it up.” Hoagland’s poetry found inspiration and marvel in the most ordinary, quotidian routines. He wrote poems about his day-job teaching writing, a trip to a Safeway supermarket, an old man dying of an overdose of Fox News, conversations with his wife at the breakfast table. Hoagland’s writing was simultaneously accessible and profound, an extraordinary consequence of his commitment to the idea of poetry as an inclusive art. “Humor in poetry is even better than beauty” he once told the Houston Chronicle. “If you could have it all, you would, but humor is better than beauty because it doesn’t put people to sleep. It wakes them up and relaxes them at the same time.” Hoagland wrote two books of essays Real Sofistikashun: Essays on Poetry and Craft and Twenty Poems that Could Save America and other Essays. Both collections were written with the intention of opening the doors of poetry as wide as they could swing, to invite as many readers in as possible. He was a staunch promoter of the quality and importance of American poetry. “I really like the idea of being the frontman for American poetry, its glories and possibilities” he once told an interviewer. “Contemporary American poetry deserves a lot more readers.” In a former job, one of my roles was to scan as many literary magazines as humanly possible and pick out any poems I felt were of a certain quality. Journals arrived at my door by the hundreds; I must have read over a thousand poems a year. Whenever I would see the name of Tony Hoagland listed in the contents page, I knew I would be getting something clever, complex, original and, most importantly, enjoyable. It saddens me greatly that I will never open another magazine or journal to see new work from Tony again. “That’s how it goes when your head and heart / are in different time zones– / you often don’t find out till tomorrow / what you felt today” Hoagland once wrote. American poetry will miss him today, tomorrow, and for many, many days to come.

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203-522-7706

MISCELLANEOUS

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1-800-404-9776

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I’m never

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Jack Lippmann

108-18 Queens Boulevard Suite 801, Forest Hills, NY 11375

MORTGAGES

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347.348.9590

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3 4 5

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1,50

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FREE IN-HOME EVALUATION!

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HOME SERVICES

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516.305.0490

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CONSTRUCTION

AVELLINO

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• • • • •

General Contractor

917-804-0531

Licensed & Insured, Bonded, NYC Lic 0673685 Nassau Lic 3308190000 Suffolk Lic 31415-H Westchester Lic WC-18838-HOC Rockland Lic H-10639-07-38-00 Connecticut Lic HIC.0620437

construction

NUNEZ

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917-359-1683 718-357-7400 EXT. 131

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516-382-0783

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917-748-3621

with this ad

cannot be combined with any other offer

718.219.1257

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917.747.3227

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cannot be combined with any other offer

929.312.2642

24/7

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shivallc@gmail.com VISHAL: 645-595-7710

MY WAY CONSTRUCTION WE WILL NOT be UNDERSOLD

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718-598-9754

Lic. and Insured

Owner 516-859-0077

Lic. # 1244131

HOME IMPROVEMENT PLUMBING/HEATING

BILLHARZ PLUMBING INC.

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ESTABLISHED IN 1927 CELEBRATING 90 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

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45-25 47th Street Woodside, NY 11377 www.billharzplumbing.net

718-784-2468

Finished Basements

Billharzinfo@gmail.com

Luke - Boss

718-809-0368

Washington Naranjo Manager

PEST CONTROL

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TECH MECHANICAL UNIVERSAL CORP. HVAC

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718-476-1502 Cell: 347-451-6664

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718-442-3071 646-643-3175

917-459-2421 718-464-4535

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SHIVA

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CONTRACTING LLC

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seniors special discount

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516-354-1199

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3418 Northern Blvd., #213 l Long Island City, NY 11101

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FREE ESTIMATES

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· Crack Repair · Brick Work · Kitchen Remodeling · Lic. & Ins.

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FREE ESTIMATES

800-504-5001

*Terms and conditions apply, call for details. Offer Expires 11/30/18

• • • • •

Kitchens Painting Bathrooms Concrete Sidewalks

J&S FLOOR SERVICE

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HEATING/BOILER REPAIR

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718-502-4437

L&B

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718.801.6657 Licensed & Insured

HANDYMAN

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929-454-1243

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HOME SERVICES CHIMNEY SERVICES

A ONE CHIMNEY Inc.

CLEANING SERVICES

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OF POLAND

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SPECIAL

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1 0% SENIOR

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CITIZEN DISCOUNT

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For More Info Call VOYTEK!!

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T: 917-415-7465 F: 718-894-1233

Tels: 888-222-3348 • 646-321-7785 • 917-208-3480 115-03 109th Ave. • S. Ozone Park, NY 11420

SUPERIOR MOVING

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Any Chimney Cleaning

$49.95

Our 20th Anniversary

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plus tax

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718-339-8888

SURECLEAN CHIMNEY, INC

ICC LIC#470654/US DOT 117151

Licensed & Insured NYC #2029837-DCH

FREE INSPECTION WITH CLEANING

CHIMNEY KING ENT, INC.

77 CLEANING, LLC

FREE ESTIMATES

HOUSE CLEANING SPECIAL

Done By Fighters That Care!

Stay in your home longer with an American Standard Walk-In Bathtub. Receive up to $1,500 off, including a free toilet, and a lifetime warranty on the tub and installation! Call us at 1-844-286-6771

MOVING SERVICES

SURE CLEAN Ask us, we do it!

ROOFING/WATERPROOFING

A Green Cleaning Company

Since 1982

$69.00 + TAX Weekly $79.00 + TAX Bi-Weekly $89.00 + TAX (3 Hours)

STAINLESS STEEL LINERS CLEANING & REPAIR SPECIALISTS

1 person includes supplies

Fireplaces • Gas/Oil Chimneys • Damper Repairs Animals Humanely Removed • Draft Problems Corrected Stainless Steel Liners Installed • Waterprooﬁng Chimneys Rebuilt • Chimney Caps Installed Chimneys Repaired, Rebuilt & Tuckpointing MASONRY SPECIALIST

7 Days/wk

FREE ESTIMATES & BOX DELIVERY

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$48

& UP

516.766.1666 • 631.225.2600

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Over 30 years experience

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718.908.1037 • 347.964.3402 www. AlexStewartRooﬁng.com • Lic# 1406876

OLD H.P.

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• Steam Cleaning & Brick Pointing • Cement & Brickwork • Stucco • Windows & Shingling • Flat Roofs • Gutters & Leaders • Painting • Scaffold Work

Free Estimates All Work Guaranteed Fully Insured/Lic. #883368

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Rip, Re Roofs, Plywood Change Senior Discount All Major Credit Cards

516-983-7293

Lic. H-18G6630000

Family Owned and Operated Since 1990

FREE E ESTIMAT

Lic./Bonded/ Ins. Lic# 1474297

45-26 220th St. • Bayside, NY 11361

(718) 423-3640

V&G

www.A-OneRooﬁng.com

MAINTENANCE

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Licensed & Insured #0906289

718-300-4572

NYC Lic# 2061397-DCA, Nassau County Lic# H0708010000, Suffolk County Lic# 41048-H

SHINGLE ROOFS Now Only $199 Per 100 Sq. Ft.

(718) 969-6752

Free Estimates • All Work Guaranteed

www.chimneyking.net • Fully Licensed & Insured

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Residential • Commercial • Rooﬁng • Shingles • Flat Roofs • Slate Roofs • Siding • Gutters • Windows

SAME DAY SERVICE 7 DAYS A WEEK

• • • •

ROOFING & WATERPROOFING

ROOFING SERVICES

ROOFING/WINDOWS

$75

ALEX STEWART

A COMPLETE ROOF (Min. 1000 sq. ft.)

10% OFF

ANY ROOF REPAIR

ROOFING SERVICES

PAINTING

Johnny Be Good Home Improvement

TREE SERVICES

TREE SERVICE • Tree Removal • Stumps • Fertilization

Painting • Rooﬁng • Siding Renovate Kitchens & Bathrooms

• Planting • Land Clearing • Topping

FREE ESTIMATES

ROOFING Re-Rooﬁng • Rips Gutters • Slate • etc.

Lic./Ins.

FRANCISCO’S TREE SERVICE Office: 516-546-4971 Cell: 516-852-5415

PAINTING Plastering • Taping • Sheetrock No Job Too Big or Small

JIM'S TREE SERVICE IRONWORKS

CLASSICAL IRON WORKS INC.

OWNER OPERATED OVER 40 Yrs Exp.

• Fast Reliable Service • Free Estimates • Free Firewood Cut & Delivered • Expert Tree Care • Yard Cleanup • 10% Discount For Veterans & Senior Citizens

718-352-5142 • 646-934-2749 • IRON WORKS • AWNINGS • FENCES & MORE FREE ESTIMATES Since 1980

718-528-2401

CLASSICALIRON.COM Lic. #1069538

Free Estimates

TREE REMOVAL PRUNING TOPPING & STUMP GRINDING

PAINTING

Your Friendly

HANDYMAN Painting, Wallpapering, Tiling, Clogged Tubs, Carpentry, Rooﬁng No Job is too small for us!

William 718-793-3531

ROOFING/CONSTRUCTION

Thomas James

ROOFING & WATERPROOFING

• Rooﬁng • Waterprooﬁng • New Roofs • Roof Repairs • Flat Roof Specialist • Coatings CALL NOW FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE

718-416-5255

10% Discount for Seniors and Military

CC's · M/C · Amex · Visa · Discover

Lic & Ins • Lic #2045162-DCA • tj.rooﬁngandwaterprooﬁng@yahoo.com

No job too big or too small. Free Estimate. Senior Citizen Discount. Work area cleaned daily. Polite, professional service.

718-352-2181

718-717-9672 Residential/Commercial

BIG JOHN'S ROOFING & GUTTERS WE SHOW UP!

SENIOR DISCOUNT

#20588

GENERAL

ATTORNEY

25 YEARS EXPERIENCE

All Types of Rooﬁng $ Flattops Leak Repairs GUTTER w/warranty CLEANING Flashing / Coatings

646-242-6093

Licensed, Insured, Bonded

IMMIGRATION

Green Cards Via Marriage, Fiancé Visas, Family-Based Green Cards, Abused Spouse Waivers, Green Card Waivers for Entries Without Inspection, Citizenship, Green Card Waivers for Removal of 2 yrs via Marriage, Green Card Waivers for U.S.C. Adult Children, Visa Tourist Extensions, Embassy Processing, International Adoptions.Uncontested Divorce, Wills, Incorporations, Real Estate Closings, Leases.

90-25 161st Street, Suite 501, Jamaica, NY 11432

718-262-8032

Payment Plans . Low Fees

FUNERAL HOME

. Saturday Appt. Available

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GENERAL

WANTED TO BUY

CARS WANTED

VENDORS

PATRICK BUYS

Tools, Toys, Trains, Fountain Pens, All Kinds of Art, Costume Jewelry, Coins, Sterling, Clocks, Watches (working or not), Photos, Snapshots, Paper Items, Military Items. All Collectibles Cleanouts Arranged - will consider items taken as part of the price

Expert Appraisals, Naval Veteran, Queens Resident • You've Seen Me on TV!!!

In Business 54 Years. Call Me 1st!

347-256-7981

WANTED! ALL CAR$

HIGHEST CASH PAID! WE VISIT YOU! ANY YEAR, CONDITION + MILEAGE OR DONATE TAX DEDUCTIBLE -PLUS CASH ANY CONDITION

CALL JOHNNY: 516-VAN-CARS

(516-826-2277)

Fac.ID 1303199

ITEMS FOR SALE

ONLINE SHOPPING MALL NAME BRAND, PERFUME, OFFICE FURNITURE AND ELECTRONICS

Great Items 4 Less

We accept all credit cards FREE SHIPPING - no minimum

$25 OFF

on $175 or more purchase Use coupon code SAVE

www.2DayMall.com

929-381-1138

FALL SPECIAL Beat the Holiday Rush Quality Jewelry For Less We accept all credit cards FREE SHIPPING - no minimum

$25 OFF

on $175 or more purchase Use coupon code SAVE

www.OKJewelers.com

718-219-5185

MISCELLANEOUS

DONATE YOUR CAR

Wheels For Wishes Benefiting

Make-A-Wish® Metro New York

*Free Vehicle/Boat Pickup ANYWHERE *We Accept All Vehicles Running or Not *Fully Tax Deductible

WheelsForWishes.org Call: (917) 336-1254 * Car Donation Foundation d/b/a Wheels For Wishes. To learn more about our programs or financial information, visit www.wheelsforwishes.org.

ABE BUYS OLD STUFF

Great Prices Paid. Silver, Paintings, Rugs, All Furniture till 1960. Estates & all contents from homes! Looking for antiques & Modern Designer Names also, Lucite & Chrome, Iron Garden furniture.

718-332-9709

Old Records 33 - 45 - 78

• Doo-Wop • Rockabilly • Rock & Roll • Heavy Metal • Punk • Disco • Latin • Soul • Jazz • Blues • Gospel • Reggae/Calypso • Ethnic Music • Classical • Soundtracks • No Pop Music Charlie

516-612-2009

WE PAY CASH

ALWAYS BUYING OLD Costume Jewelry, Fountain Pens, Watches, World's Fair & Military Items, Zippo Cigarette Lighters, Anything Gold CALL MIKE TODAY

347-578-4660 COMPUTER ISSUES? FREE DIAGNOSIS by GEEKS ON SITE! Virus Removal, Data Recovery! 24/7. EMERGENCY SERVICE, In-home repair/On-line solutions . $20 OFF ANY SERVICE! 844-892-3990

BUYING OLD ROLEX WATCHES I am a watch collector looking to purchase old Rolex, Brietling, Cartier, Omega, IWC, Panerai, and more... Please contact me directly at

646-450-1068

House Calls & Same Day Service Available

ANTIQUE & ESTATE BUYERS We Pay $$CASH$$ For

• Paintings • Clocks • Watches • Estate Jewelry • Coins • Stamps • Antique Furniture • Hummels/LLadros • Records • Sterling Silver

St. Camillus Catholic Academy

CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

185 Beach 99th Street, Rockaway Park, NY 11694 718-634-5260 • 718-634-8353 December 8, 2018 11:00am to 7:00pm December 9, 2018 9:00am to 4:00pm We are looking for vendors to participate and sell their goods at the

Annual Christmas Boutique Please contact the St. Camillus Catholic Academy office for more information.

PERSONALS

Want to ﬁnd an Asian woman for serious dating

MILITARY COLLECTIONS: Swords • Knives • Helmets

TOP $ PAID FOR JUDAICA COLLECTIBLES FREE ESTIMATES!

Don't wait! Love is in the air. Call us to meet her now!

516-974-6528

ASK FOR CHRISTOPHER

217-04 Northern Blvd. Bayside, 11361

1029 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, L.I.

212-518-7267 • 718-200-3228

SERVING QUEENS & ENTIRE TRI-STATE AREA

Email:Startingpointdating@gmail.com webchat: ﬁndme5921 www.WeDateUSA.com

We buy anything old. One Piece or house full

AJ PAWN BROKER,INC.

WE BUY GOLD, ELECTRONICS, WATCHES ETC.

115-48 SUTPHIN BLVD. JAMAICA NY 11434

718-659-4900 DCA-Lic#2069325

TUTORING

PRIVATE HOME TUTORING SVCS. Tutoring in your home

COMMON CORE: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Chemistry

718-526-5219 917-432-7902

718-357-7400 EXT. 131 TO PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD

LIFE INSURANCE

LIFE INSURANCE NO MEDICALS Purchase to AGE 85 Just a few questions.

Diabetics OK Call for more info 516.938.2990 ext. 24 800.938.3439 ext. 24

ANNUAL FAIR

Annual Parish Fair Church of the Resurrection

85-09 118th St. Kew Gardens, NY SAT., NOV. 3rd 11 AM - 8 PM Raffles, Treasures, Collectibles, Baked Goods & More, Prize Drawings on Sat. Dinner Available: 5:30-7:30 PM

718-847-2649

65 Year Old MALE 5’11, 300 LBS. Looking For Open Minded Women

718-217-9788

RADIO

HE HAS COME 2 GIVE LIFE

570am Radio Mon-Sat • 11am-Noon Pastor Wayne Montbleau www.lovinggrace.org P.O. Box 500 Lafayette, NJ 07848

800-480-1638 SITUATION WANTED

TakeCare Senior Home Care Services

Give peace of mind to your loved one and your family with an experienced, dependable and loving home care provider. Services are available 24/7, 365. Queens based provider. 15% off first booking.

Visit us at www.takecareathome.com Call us at 347-464-9267 or info@takecare-us.com

ATTRACTIVE YOUNG WOMAN SEEKS MATURE, WELL ESTABLISHED GENTLEMAN. (OVER 40+) If interested call or text

Lisa: 646.523.8139 AUTO SCHOOL

ALL SEASONS AUTO SCHOOL

41-02 Bell Blvd. Suite L1 Bayside, NY 11361 5 Hour Class DDC - Course

718-225-8438

FOR SALE

ITEMS FOR SALE

Everything must go! Ladders, plumbing & electrical materials, plates/ china, small appliances. Very cheap prices from 99¢

929-454-1243 "May God Bless You"

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Cost-saving benefits, personalized care for 2019 Fidelis Dual Advantage members

And.. •

Depending on the plan, features may include:

Monthly Plan Premium Copay for Doctor and Specialist Visits

•

Copay for Preferred Generics Annual Dental Checkups

•

Prepaid, over-the-counter card, with up to $100 for non-prescription, health-related items Discounts for hearing devices* Access to money-saving discounts and services through My Advocate program Transportation...and much more!

*We partner with TruHearing for discounted purchases of hearing devices.

For a complete listing of plans in your service area, contact the plan. The benefit information provided is a brief summary, not a complete description of benefits. For more information, contact the plan. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, formulary, pharmacy network, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1 of each year. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. Outof-network services may require more out-of-pocket expense than in-network services. Benefi t restrictions apply. Fidelis Legacy Plan is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Fidelis Legacy Plan depends on contract renewal.

Call us today! 1-800-860-8707 TTY: 711

Monday–Sunday, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. from October 1–March 31 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. from April 1–September 30

www.fideliscare.org

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