The South Shore Press caught up with Suffolk Legislator Chad Lennon, the Marine Corps Veteran who’s serving in the 6th District seat covering the northeast corner of Brookhaven Town.
SS Press: As a newly-elected legislator, what are some of your priorities in your first term?
Lennon: I ran on public safety and I've been engaged with the police department, the Sixth and Seventh precincts that split coverage of the district. I’m with them listening to the civics, meeting with other organizations and people with any concerns. I think we have a good working relationship with the police department in both precincts as well as the COPE officers. It’s fantastic that County Executive Romaine made 69 promotions in the police department. These were positions that were in our budget that were not filled. That's atrocious. We were all paying taxes for them, including myself, taxes for positions that were not being filled. We want to be proactive, so more detectives, captains, lieutenants, and sergeants are going to make our county even safer. That's why we want to recruit and train new officers to fill all the positions that we just gave promotions to. It's going to demonstrate to the officers that they have a chance to be promoted, to put the work in, and get recognized.
SS Press: You’ve indicated that human trafficking is a growing problem on Long Island. Tell us more about that.
Lennon: We have modern day slavery and this is what happens when you have the border the way it is now. The border is a national issue touching us on the local level. I'm a marine; I've been on the border. I’ve worked in the Pentagon; I've seen the
reports. The cartels are now involved in trafficking. A great number of women can be pushed into strip clubs, massage parlors, underground networks. It's happening in our backyard. We have a vulnerable population of women and we need to prevent them from being victimized. It's the same with younger kids. All it takes is somebody to go out on the weekend, meet somebody, they get fed drugs and all of a sudden they're taken and they're kept on a certain level of drugs to keep them docile and they're in the sex trafficking trade. They may not even realize what's really going on around them. It’s such a big issue that we have a special human trafficking court. What I've seen is most of them have an “uncle;” some of them have the same person who is always sitting in the back of the courtroom. We’re trying to get them out of it, get them resources and support from the different organizations we have in the county.
SS Press: Is there also a special court for veterans?
Lennon: Yes. The court is a way to identify individuals who have issues and provide them the necessary support. As the only veteran in the legislature, I know I have a responsibility to our entire population of veterans in Suffolk County, which is the largest population of veterans in the state, number two in the country. I want to get 6% of all county contracts to go to veteranowned businesses. It's already 6% with the state and 4% with the federal government. I also want to recognize September 22nd as Veteran Suicide Awareness and Remembrance Day with the large population of veterans that we have. It’s about 22 veterans on average taking their own lives. I want to make sure our community knows that we're here to support them with such great organizations and
resources that are available to them.
SS Press: What are your other priorities?
Lennon: There are a lot of issues, but I would say a major concern that people have in the district is quality of life. I want to make sure that we engage with the police department when somebody calls and says, “There is graffiti over here, there's loud noises over there.” The question our office always asks is: “Have you called the police department about it?” That's the first thing, make sure that if there's an issue, report it. One thing I saw too, I have the Ring app and I've seen numerous times where individuals come up to cars and are trying to open them. That's despite having the Ring camera there and a spotlight going on in the middle of the night. It's important to report it to the
police because you can do a link analysis and see where the hot pockets are that would help the police department in patrolling areas. We do have a manning issue with the police department and that's why I want to see what we can do to recruit and retain officers. I would encourage anyone interested to take the law enforcement examspolice department, sheriffs–all positions.
SS Press: What is your position on the eighth-of-a-cent sales tax proposal for wastewater treatment?
Lennon: I did not agree with the 25-75 split going mostly to IA systems. I campaigned that I would be in favor of a 50-50 split between private cesspools and sewers and that's exactly what I voted on for the home rule message that went up to the state. I'm hoping we can get that
approved by the state and then get a decision by the public come November.
SS Press: What else is on your agenda?
Lennon: When we talk about the opioid epidemic, we need to educate our middle school and high school and college kids, not just about the dangers of taking drugs and getting addicted, but there's also this danger of all of a sudden you're in this human trafficking arena and it's nowhere that you ever thought you would be. There's a lot of dangers that revolve around drugs, and human trafficking is one of them. And unfortunately, there's child trafficking. I have not seen this as a major issue in the county, but it's also important for parents to understand how easy it is for a child to be taken in a split second. I think it's important that parents and guardians are educated about how easy it is and how prevalent it is throughout our country and throughout the world right now.
SS Press: What else is important to you as a legislator?
Lennon: It's communication and it works two ways: from me and to me. If I don't hear from people about issues and I don't hear from organizations about what they think is good or bad about proposed legislation, I can’t make a fully informed decision that's best for everyone. I look forward to hearing from people from organizations, call our office, email, knock on the door. I'm always willing to speak with anyone. We're here to help people, and even if it's not a county issue, we'll do everything in our power to help you and we will call the town or state or federal representative and let them know you're gonna be reaching out to them. Everything is my problem and I need to help manage these problems for everybody.
ByRobertChartuk
Blame for the crime wave sweeping across the state was laid squarely on Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York’s Democrat lawmakers by a coalition of Suffolk officials and law enforcement in the wake of the now infamous Babylon Body Parts case where the suspects were released without bail.
“When you can cut up someone and walk out of the court and not have to post bail, l don’t think that’s right,” said County Executive Edward Romaine at a Hauppauge news conference. “This is a weakness in our criminal justice system that needs to be changed,” he said in calling on Hochul to repeal the cashless bail laws put in place under former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
The case burst into the national spotlight after children walking to school came upon body parts at Southards Pond Park and the subsequent discovery of human remains at two other locations.
Suffolk Police arrested four suspects on mutilation charges, hindering
prosecution, and illegally disposing of body parts but pending murder charges, they could not be held under the current bail laws. Police have identified one of the victims as Donna R. Conneely, 59, with a last known address in Yonkers. A second victim, a male, has not been named.
“Unfortunately, due to ‘Bail Reform’ passed by the New York State Legislature in 2019, charges relating to the mutilation and disposal of murdered corpses are no longer bail-eligible, meaning my prosecutors cannot ask for bail,” said Suffolk District Attorney Raymond Tierney. “This is yet another absurd result thanks to ‘Bail Reform’ and a system where the Legislature in Albany substitutes their judgment for the judgment of our judges and the litigants in court.”
Tierney’s comments in the case set off a tit-for-tat with Gov. Hochul who faulted the DA for not immediately bringing murder charges that would be eligible for bail. See related story and editorial
in this week’s South Shore Press.
“I can tell you first hand the fear that everyone felt in the community that a peaceful park they have been going to on a regular basis has now become a dumping ground for body parts,” said the legislature’s presiding officer, Kevin McCaffrey (R-C-Lindenhurst), who represents the area. “That fear turned into anger when they found out that the people who were arrested were let out without any bail.”
Following the body parts discovery, police arrested four suspects after finding the grisly aftermath of the crime at a house in Amityville. Linking the suspects to the mutilation and the disposing of their remains, Tierney was able to press the no-bail charges but has yet to build a murder case. While the investigation is pending, the suspects were fitted with GPS monitoring devices and had their passports seized.
“Governor, stop the bleeding; repeal the bail laws,” said state Sen. Mario Mattera. “We had a
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, Congressman Andrew Garbarino, New York State Senator Monica Martinez, Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter and Islip Town Councilman Jim O'Connor, were among a host of elected officials who were invited to read to students at Morrow Elementary School in Central Islip School District recently. Romaine and Carpenter joined School Board President Luis Alcantara, School Board Vice President Debra Cavanagh, School Board member Michele Harriott and other special guests for breakfast in the school cafeteria before being escorted to their designated classrooms to read favorite children's story books. Garbarino, Martinez and O'Connor joined Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sharon A. Dungee to read on different days due to conflicting schedules.
Parents as Reading Partners,
(PARP), to which guests were invited, is designed to promote literacy at the elementary school level and to encourage young children to want to explore the world of reading, according to Morrow Elementary School Principal Dr. Neema Coker.
little girl walking to school and she had to find body parts?” he asked incredulously. “What do you think she will be going through for the rest of her life from seeing that?”
According to Mattera, the governor could quickly change the system by putting new laws into her budget resolution in the same manner cashless bail was approved by Cuomo, who quickly signed the rules when they reached his desk in the middle of the night at the end of the 2019 legislative session. The senator listed some of the crimes no longer eligible for bail: “Selling drugs near a school, manslaughter in the second degree, and now we have body parts.” He noted that under the current bail system, the suspects recently arrested for attacking two police officers in Times Square were released before the officers had left the hospital where they were treated for their injuries.
the list of crimes eligible for bail, a move panned by critics since it only scratches the surface of the bail reform issue.
Event organizer and retired teacher, Maureen Esposito, who is currently serving on the Board of Education, noted this is the first time a County Executive has accepted an invitation to be a Guest Reader at the school. Romaine has long been a proponent for providing quality educational initiatives to students at all grade levels throughout Suffolk County. Before reading his story, Congressman Garbarino chatted with students in Mr. Craig Reynolds' third grade class about his duties as a Congressman.
Dr. Dungee acknowledged all of the guest readers, some of whom included retired teachers and a retired Superintendent, for recognizing the positive impact that their reading to students would have on the youngsters. Supervisor Carpenter has read to elementary students in various schools throughout Central Islip Schools.
State Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano (R-C-Medford) has participated in numerous rallies and press conferences pushing his Democrat colleagues to repeal the bail laws. “We need to create a system that’s fair and doesn’t embolden criminals,” he said. “At the very least, judges should be given discretion in setting bail for defendants in all crimes, including drug dealing, manslaughter, and the disposing of body parts.” The assemblyman noted that the 2019 bail legislation also added evidence and discovery rules that also hamper law enforcement. “We need to repeal this mess and start over again.”
Appearing at the press conference was Legislator Steve Englebright (D-Setauket), who drew flak for voting for cashless bail when he was in the assembly. “I’m in favor of considering bail reform changes as a separate piece of legislation, not in a budget resolution, so the changes can be vetted and heard publicly,” he said, pointing out that the original bills were part of a broader package. Jumping into the debate, Democrat lawmakers Senator Monica Martinez (Brentwood) and Assemblyman Steve Stern (Huntington) said they will introduce legislation to add “concealing a human corpse” to
The leader of the Assembly Republicans, Will Barclay (R-CPulaski), noted another recent case that highlights the need to repeal cashless bail. In Monroe County, a suspect was arrested for attempted kidnapping and attempted sex abuse after an incident at St. John Fisher University where a female victim was held at knifepoint, according to Barclay. “While out on bail, the same suspect was charged with stalking from multiple prior incidents. Incredibly, he is currently out on the street because New York remains the only state that does not allow judges to consider a dangerousness standard when assessing the release of a criminal suspect, pre-trial.” The incidents come on the heels of a recent John Jay College of Criminal Justice report detailing how the state’s bail laws put citizens at risk, Barclay said.
Arrested in the Suffolk case were Steven Brown, 44, Jeffrey Mackey, 38, and Amanda Wallace, 40, all of Amityville, and Alexis Nieves, 33, who is homeless. Prosecutors said a meat cleaver and other cutting tools were found at the crime scene. Piping in the home, which was shuttered as uninhabitable, was clogged with blood and other human remains, investigators reported. Using cadaver sniffing canines, additional body parts linked to the case were found in a wooded area of West Babylon and Bethpage State Park.
“This case highlights what we have been saying for years, that our bail laws are not rational,” said Suffolk PBA President Louis Civello at the press conference. “We need to restore judicial discretion, not laws to appease a fringe group.” Thomas Bivona, president of the Suffolk County Deputy Sheriffs PBA stressed that the bail laws “embolden criminals and put the men and women of law enforcement at risk.”
Also appearing at the media event were: Suffolk Legislators Stephanie Bontempi, Steven Flotteron, Leslie Kennedy, Chad Lennon, Anthony Piccirillo, Dominick Thorne, and Robert Trotta, along with County Comptroller John Kennedy.
A 31-year police veteran, Donald Raber has taken charge of the 7th Precinct in Shirley with a mission of building trust and a working relationship between the Suffolk Police and the community.
Accompanied by members of the department’s COPE Unit, Raber attended a meeting of the Pattersquash Creek Civic Association last week to talk about community concerns including “street people,” car thefts, and quality of life issues.
“I’m committed to solving problems by collaborating with community leaders,” Raber told the Pattersquash
members. “I don’t want to just solve crimes, l want to build a trusting relationship with the community.” The new inspector described himself as a hands-on leader. “I have the COPE Unit on speed dial,” he said. “I always want to know what’s going on.”
Raber has held various positions with the department including nine years as a patrol officer in the 3rd Precinct, a sergeant in the 4th, and a lieutenant in the 1st. He served in the Emergency Services Unit and was a deputy inspector with the Special Patrol Bureau. He most recently transferred from police headquarters in Yaphank. He took over from the former inspector, William Doherty,
who received a promotion.
The 55-year-old police veteran studied Criminal Justice at SUNY Brockport and attended high school in Northport. His first police beat was with the MTA at Penn Station. “I look forward to collaborating with the civic members to address community problems,” the new inspector said, noting that he was hosting a community meeting at the precinct headquarters on William Floyd Parkway the following day. “We will review specific crimes, statistics, and whatever else is brought to our attention,” Raber said.
Aside from being a hub for the local police patrol, the precinct is home to the Neighborhood
ByRobertChartuk
Emphasizing their pledge to keep Suffolk safe, county officials drew names for the next police academy class, a significant step in the process to bolster the ranks of local law enforcement.
County Executive Edward Romaine pulled the first name from a drum of 3,402 applicants who scored a 95 on the police civil service test. He later called some of the candidates to thank them for pursuing a career in public safety.
Those scoring 100 on the exam or achieved a 105 with veteran credits are already at the top of the list and will be considered first to begin the long process of becoming a police officer, according to Stan Pelc, director of exams for the county’s Department of Civil Service. Last week’s drawing set the order of applicants who will be called up next for the academy class of 225 trainees set for the fall.
The county also set the order for lists of Spanishspeaking applicants to fulfill a discrimination settlement from the 1980s, Pelc noted. Suffolk’s civil service process for police hires remains under federal supervision, and requiring fluency in Spanish satisfies the
county’s legal obligations.
“This is the start of a great career for those who want to dedicate themselves to helping keep Suffolk safe,” Romaine said. “With this process, we continue our efforts to make sure criminals don’t get the upper hand here in our county.” Romaine recently announced the promotion of 24 current officers to detective in a move that saw a total of 69 members of the force advance in rank. The new academy class will allow the county to backfill these positions.
Before acceptance to the academy, the prospects will undergo a vigorous vetting process that includes medical, psychological, personality, background, and polygraph reviews. Candidates can be eliminated at any point, thus necessitating the numbered list to take their place. Those up next must be ready to go, leading a local business owner to once report that he lost two employees in one day after they were called to replace trainees washed out of the academy. The test, taken by 13,000 hopefuls last June, is given every four years.
Also pulling names for the list was the county Legislature’s presiding officer, Kevin
Watch Program, Precinct Crime Section, Community Oriented Police Enforcement (COPE), and the Community Liaison Officer. The Precinct Crime Section is responsible for investigating most misdemeanor and violation
offenses along with domestic incident complaints. Certain misdemeanor and violation offenses are investigated by the precinct’s detective squad. County Executive Edward Romaine recently announced the promotion of 24 detectives and a number of leadership changes within the department, a move he said will reduce crime in the county.
The 7th Precinct encompasses the eastern most sections of Brookhaven Town to the Riverhead and Southampton Town lines, including MasticShirley, the area of concern for the Pattersquash Civic.
The new 7th Precinct Inspector, Donald Raber
McCaffrey. “This is the first step in our effort to put more police on the street,” he said. “Hiring more officers, detectives, and supervisors is an integral part of keeping us safe.” Noting that a few of the first names selected sounded Irish, McCaffrey quipped, “There will be a lot of members of the Emerald Society, I think.”
Another participant in the process, which was overseen by county Personnel Officer Thomas Melito, was Suffolk’s comptroller, John Kennedy. “This is a great day for Suffolk, a transformation of government. What the public pays
for, the public will get—personnel, equipment, technology,” said Kennedy, a critic of former county Executive Steve Bellone for not filling budgeted police positions.
Academy training takes seven months, and candidates will be paid during this time, along with benefits. The starting salary for a Suffolk Police officer is $43,000. They receive a pay raise every six months for 11.5 years for a top base pay of $158,000, not including overtime. An officer on top pay can expect to receive about $200,000 in salary without overtime. Hiring more staff is a
way to reduce overtime spending, officials point out.
With 20 years in, officers can retire with 50% of their salary, more if they stay longer. They also receive medical, dental, and optical benefits, along with a Deferred Compensation Plan similar to a 401k.
Pelc, who has been part of the process for 47 years, said about 20,000 people tuned into the televised drawing the last time it was conducted. The vetting will begin with 500-600 candidates, according to Pelc.
Wet Paints Art Exhibit is at the Sachem Public Library (on the lower level), 150 Holbrook Rd. in Holbrook until Sat., Mar. 30, Mon. - Fri. 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m, Sat. 9:30 - 5:00 pm, Sun. 12:00 - 4:00. A free “Meet the Artists Reception” will be held on Sat., Mar. 30 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served to the public. Most of the art is for sale.
L.I.’s Oldest Art Guild (since 1949), the Wet Paints Studio Group is based out of Sayville, however members are from all over Suffolk County. It is a group of about 100 local artists dedicated to promoting fine art. The group provides workshops, visiting artist demonstrations, and networking opportunities for artists. They also provide a scholarship to a Sayville High School graduate seeking studies in art. Wet Paints always welcomes new members, and anyone can visit and view artist demos on
A lawmaker who sometimes goes against the grain of the majority is Legislator Robert Trotta, a Fort Salonga Republican who was propelled back into office in November without a challenger.
Trotta, a retired Suffolk Police detective, was one of only two votes against a referendum to raise the county sales tax for wastewater funding, a bipartisan plan supported by environmental and business groups alike. He is against building large-scale apartment complexes, illegal immigration, and government spending, positions that had him returned to office six times by a constituency that appreciates his outspoken views.
“The county has almost a billion dollars in reserve; we should be using that for sewers instead of adding more taxes,” the legislator argued. “What they don’t tell you is that $39 million per year from the existing quarter-percent sales tax that is supposed to go for environmental projects is diverted to the general fund.” He expressed concern that the new sales tax money, if approved by the voters in November, could also be spent elsewhere, especially with a lawsuit seeking the return of nearly $200 million that the Pine Barrens Society said was redirected from the Drinking Water Protection Fund and a suit by Southwest Sewer District residents alleging they were overcharged by millions.
“With a new sales tax, you could take money that was earmarked for clean water, which they did, and spend it on contracts for unions or things that give money to politicians. It's a classic
bait and switch,” Trotta charged.
“Why would Republicans in their first months in office vote to raise your taxes?” he wondered, adding, “If history is any indication of what happens, it's definitely going to repeat itself.”
The legislator, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, also rapped former county Executive Steve Bellone for delaying upwards of $1 billion in lawsuits filed against the county.
“He did this on purpose, kicked the can down the road, because every time he lost a case, he just appealed it until he got out of office.”
Trotta said he is against Industrial Development Agency tax breaks and other incentives for developers to build apartment units and bring more kids into the school districts. “So now all those people who live in these neighborhoods, their taxes go
up to subsidize billionaires. The focus should be on home ownership and the pride that comes from being a part of a community. A young guy in an apartment paying $3500 a month in rent is never saving to buy a house. It's a recipe for disaster. It makes the rich richer and the poor poorer, and I wish some of my colleagues would begin to understand this,” he said, noting that a priority for his district is preserving open space. “I want Smithtown to continue to be Smithtown and not Queens. I don't want 45-story buildings; I don't want apartments.”
On the illegal immigration issue, Trotta remarked: “It’s insane what they’re doing, allowing all of these people to come into our country unfettered. We shouldn't just open the floodgates and let who knows who in,” he said, adding, “The migrant crime is
very concerning. No one knows this better than me, having been on the FBI violent crimes task force. It’s gotten out of hand.”
Regarding the deportation of illegal aliens, Trotta said, “If you commit a crime in this country, you’re gone; goodbye.”
Trotta is also supportive of changes to the state’s bail system.
Referencing the Babylon Body Parts case, he said, “You could cut up some bodies, throw them in the park and be home for dinner. It's ridiculous. You have to give judges discretion in every case.”
The legislator has had a beef with the Suffolk Police going back to the days of former chief Jim Burke and District Attorney Tom Spota, who he said were trying to set him up for working with the FBI. The pair, along with Spota’s right-hand man, Chris McPartland, was jailed on federal corruption charges.
“I love the cops, especially the young cops, but they’re getting screwed because there's so many steps to top pay,” Trotta said. He is supportive of a new police cadet class, stating, “You have to replace the cops who retire. It's a fact of life.”
Aside from his outspokenness, another reason for his popularity, he says, is his constituent services. “I’ll help with anything,” Trotta said. “If someone calls with a problem, I’ll go to their house. I’ve shoveled snow, cut people’s lawns.”
Trotta’s 13th Legislative District is comprised of Smithtown, Fort Salonga, Kings Park, San Remo, Nissequogue, Head of the Harbor, and St. James, as well as portions of Commack and East Northport. Under Suffolk’s term limit law, he is in his last two-year term.
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On February 22nd, the Suffolk County Courts concluded this year’s Black History Month celebration with a grand final event at the John P. Cohalan, Jr. Court Complex. Sponsored by the Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association and the Suffolk County Bar Association, the Court hosted a cultural ceremony in conjunction with the theme of this year’s celebration: “African Americans and the Arts.” The exciting event included speeches, an awards ceremony, and a special performance by the St. Anthony’s High School Step Team. A jubilant audience easily overcrowded the building’s ceremonial courtroom—a remarkable turnout that necessitated the quick creation of an overflow room.
District Administrative Judge Hon. Andrew A. Crecca welcomed the large audience and kicked off the celebration with opening remarks. “This program provides us a glimpse into the countless contributions and the lasting influence of the African American community on modern day art and culture,” said Administrative Judge Crecca. He added, “there simply is no denying the profound impact that it has had all around us. Today, we take a moment to think about just how significant and groundbreaking these contributions are and to give those people the recognition
and celebration that they truly deserve.”
Additional speeches were offered by Family Court Judge Hon. Mary E. Porter, Amistad Long Island Black Bar Association President Alyson E. Bass, Esq., and Suffolk County Bar Association President Cornell Bouse, Esq. “African Americans and their artistic influence have soaked deep into the fabric of America, and their role is inextricably interwoven into our identity as a nation,” said Judge Porter, who is co-chair of the Court’s Black History Month Planning Committee. She added, “art, culture, fashion, language— it is all African American. Simply, it’s just American.”
Further, District Administrative Judge Crecca presented the Hon. Marquette Floyd Achievement Award to Patricia Waite, Esq., who is an Associate Court Attorney assigned to the Supervising Judge of the District Court. The award’s namesake—Marquette L. Floyd— was a distinguished jurist who became Suffolk County’s first African American District Court Judge in 1969, and then the first African American Supreme Court Justice in 1989. This award is given to a distinguished individual who not only serves as a role model in the courthouse, but who also stands as a trailblazer in the African American community. True to the award, Ms. Waite is a prominent African American attorney who has dedicated her career to public service. Prior to her time in the
Court, Ms. Waite was a criminal prosecutor in the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office and also an attorney in both the Smithtown and Islip Town Attorney’s Offices, where she had been recruited in both towns as one of their first African American attorneys.
Family Court Support Magistrate Darlene Jorif-Mangane, who is the other co-chair to the Court’s Black History Month Planning Committee, then presented the Hon. Toni A. Bean Award to Betty Harris, a Senior Clerical Assistant in Surrogates Court. Judge Toni A. Bean served on the bench in the Suffolk County District Court from 2004 until her tragic passing in 2022, and she was a stalwart member of the local African American legal community. “Judge Bean was a force to be reckoned
peoples who were forcibly taken from their homes. It was a powerful form of expression of resilience and unity.” Unsurprisingly, the
with, and this award was created to recognize individuals who demonstrate her same commitment to advancements in justice in the
students’ step performance was an electrifying show and it drew an explosive applause from the
overcrowded courtroom.
After the ceremony, guests were treated to a lunch reception that was catered by Jamaica Grand Restaurant. All were able to enjoy a delicious ethnic cuisine while immersing themselves in an African American themed art exhibit that was on display as part of the celebration.
Suffolk’s 2024 Black History Month Celebration was a great success. For the first time, the Court hosted a series of events throughout February that each presented a unique way to celebrate Black History Month: a captivating art exhibit, a vibrant fashion show, a stirring educational lecture, and a grand ceremony. “Ironically, the true ambition behind our Black History Month program is to highlight the fact that we actually celebrate Black History all year long, not just in February,” said Administrative Judge Crecca.
ByStefanMychajliw
In this challenging economy parents often pinch pennies every chance they get to save money.
The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau hopes to help in that fiscal endeavor when teens and families shop for prom dresses this Spring.
The Youth Bureau is hosting its annual Prom Dress Drive. Young women can set up appointments to pick from a huge selection of over 1,000 prom dresses, shoes, and accessories.
There is no charge at all. Everything is free thanks to the
generosity of folks who donate dresses throughout the year.
“In today’s world, these dresses can be quite expensive. Prom costs can pile up quickly between the ticket itself and limousines. Some parents just can't afford it. I’ve seen parents crying tears of joy when their daughter picks out a dress and is able to go to the prom. It’s heartwarming when you see it,” said Josie Lunde from the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau.
It is critically important for families to call ahead for an appointment to “shop” for a free dress. Walk-ins are not permitted. You are asked to call
631.451.8011 during normal business hours, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Once you book a time to check out dresses, you’ll be given the address of where the dresses are located. You’ll have one hour to browse a wide array of beautiful prom dresses, many with the
tags still on them.
One hour appointments for prom dress “shopping” will take place from March 11th to June 14th, Monday through Friday, from the hours of 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
For parents who work and cannot take off time during the
day to go, there will be evening hours available on April 4th, April 25th, May 16th and June 6th from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
“We offer some beautiful gowns. We have gorgeous, new gowns that are either new or very gently used,” concluded Lunde.
Two Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School students earned high honors from their technical Education program at the BOCES Technical Center.
Andrew Iannaccone and Samantha Jurgensen both earned the title of Employee of the Month in February.
Mr. Iannaccone received this honor for excellence in carpentry, restoration and home improvement. Ms Jurgensen was recognized for practical nursing.
The title of Employee of the Month was established by the BOCES Technical Center to
recognize outstanding students whom their instructors would want to offer a job and hire.
The title is given to the
individual who demonstrates professionalism and who has the desire to be trained in the field.
Under the New York State WARN Act, businesses with 50 or more full-time employees must give the New York State Department of Labor 90 days notice if it is closing or laying off employees.
Unfortunately for approximately 109 workers at Guaranteed Returns in Holbrook, the company on Colin Drive in fact notified the NYS Department of Labor that it would be closing.
According to the filing obtained by the South Shore Press, layoffs will stagger up until the business officially closes on May 24th, 2024.
Job terminations at Guaranteed Returns will take place on the following dates:
22 employees on March 15, 2024
53 employees on April 12, 2024
17 employees on April 26, 2024
5 employees on May 10, 2024
12 employees on May 24, 2024
Guaranteed Returns was a “reverse pharmaceutical distributor.”
According to the New York State Department of Health, a "Reverse
Distributor" is a company which receives pharmaceuticals from a wholesale or retail seller or a healthcare facility for the purpose of returning unwanted, unusable, or outdated pharmaceuticals to the manufacturer or to another entity that can legitimately “reuse the medicine.”
Guaranteed Returns President and CEO Paul Nick addressed the company closure and layoffs on the business’s website, thanking customers for their loyalty and employees for their years of service.
“It has been our honor and pleasure to serve the pharmaceutical return needs of an amazing industry comprised of highly regarded individuals who have become our friends, supporters, and cheerleaders,” wrote Nick.
In light of the layoff announcement, Guaranteed Returns announced it will no longer accept any new return products. All pharmaceuticals will be “returned to sender.”
If customers have any questions concerning pharmaceuticals that may have been shipped there already, they can call 1.800.473.2138.
On February 26, Councilman Michael Loguercio joined family and friends of Dolphus Knowles to celebrate his 100th birthday at Bellhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care in Brookhaven. Councilman Loguercio had the honor to present a proclamation to Mr. Knowles, who turned 100 years old and is currently the oldest living member of VFW Post 8300 in East Patchogue. Dolphus served in a United States Army Smoke Screen Unit during WWII. After the war, he spent 32 years with the
Suffolk County Police accused these two women of stealing
headphones and other electronics from a Target store in Selden.
United States Postal Service. The Councilman was a guest at the small birthday celebration held in Mr. Knowles honor. Mrs. Knowles is pictured standing to Mr. Knowles' right. The birthday party also included members of his VFW Post 8300.
In recognizing Mr. Knowles’ birthday, Councilman Loguercio said, "Thank you for your service to our country and for your many years in the postal service. Today we celebrate you and declare this day as Dolphus Knowles Day in the Town of Brookhaven."
Police provided pictures of these two suspects and their getaway car. Cops stated the men below stole
almost $5,500 worth of electrical equipment from a Home Depot in Copiague and took off in this white vehicle.
Police believe this is the man responsible for stringing a store along by stealing more than $1,000 worth of goods from a Guitar Center store in Selden.
Cops accuse this man of stealing a credit card from a parked car near an Old Westbury business, then using the hot card to buy items at a Walmart in the same town.
At least his skin will be soft and complexion clear if caught by Suffolk County Police, who claim this man stole approximately $820 worth of skin care products from the Target store in Commack.
Supervisor Daniel J. Panico has officially announced the commencement of registration for the 16th Annual Great Brookhaven Cleanup, a community-driven initiative co-sponsored by the Town of Brookhaven's Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management and TEACHERS Federal Credit Union.
Scheduled for Saturday, May 18, this event aims to beautify and preserve various locations throughout Brookhaven Town.
To rally community engagement, Supervisor Panico highlighted the success of last year's cleanup, which drew over 2600 volunteers. Expressing gratitude for their impactful contributions, he emphasized the transformative
results achieved through collective efforts.
The Town of Brookhaven will provide complimentary gloves, trash bags, and commemorative t-shirts to facilitate volunteer participation. Supplies can be obtained at the Department of Recycling and Sustainable Materials Management's thirdfloor office at Town Hall during regular business hours from May 6 to May 17. Additionally, evening pick-up sessions on May 14 and May 15, from 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm, will require appointments scheduled during registration. Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill in Farmingville, will serve as the central hub for preparations.
Following the principles of the
inverted pyramid format, the article provides crucial information about the event and its logistics upfront, ensuring readers have immediate
access to key details. It then delves into the background and significance of the cleanup, including Supervisor Panico's acknowledgment of
the community's dedication to environmental stewardship.
Over the past decade, the Great Brookhaven Cleanup has witnessed remarkable growth, with more than 50,000 residents participating in the broader Great American Cleanup. Volunteers have collectively achieved significant milestones, including collecting over 750 million pounds of litter and debris, beautifying 500,000 miles of roadway, and cleanup of an astonishing 500,000 miles of rivers, lakes, and seashores.
Individuals and groups interested in participating in the 16th Annual Great Brookhaven Cleanup can register online at www. brookhavenny.gov or by calling 451TOWN (8696).
ByRaheemSoto
In a move to fortify public safety measures, Suffolk County Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey proudly announced the successful passage of a comprehensive appropriations bill during the recent legislative session. The bill allocates a substantial $10 million for the acquisition of additional police vehicles, thereby enhancing law enforcement's capabilities in safeguarding Suffolk County residents.
Presiding Officer McCaffrey emphasized the significance of supporting the police force's tireless efforts, acknowledging their daily commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the community. The allocated funds will play a crucial role in maintaining a robust fleet of police vehicles equipped to respond effectively to emergencies and enforce law and order.
"We just passed an appropriations bill of $10 million to buy more police vehicles to be
able to continue to support our police and all the things that they do to keep us safe each and every day," stated Presiding Officer McCaffrey.
The legislative session also witnessed the approval of a separate bill earmarking $22 million for sewer infrastructure. This initiative aims to undertake diverse planning and construction projects to preserve the quality of drinking water and protect surface waters in Suffolk County. The commitment to clean and safeguard the environment remains a top priority for county officials.
Furthermore, Suffolk County recently enacted a law that increases penalties for individuals engaging in pollution or illegal dumping activities within county parks. The strengthened regulations reflect the county's determination to combat environmental violations and hold offenders accountable for their actions.
"We want to make sure that
people abuse our system and do not dispose of their waste in the right way. We're going to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law," warned Presiding Officer McCaffrey.
Presiding Officer McCaffrey expressed the county's dedication
to multifaceted initiatives to protect the environment and public safety. The legislative measures underscore Suffolk County's ongoing commitment to the wellbeing of its residents, promising continued efforts to create a secure and environmentally sustainable
A great political mystery of 2024 has been solved: What is former County Executive Steve Bellone going to do after 26 years in government?
Brookhaven Supervisor Dan Panico heightened the mystique during his January swearing-in ceremony when he referenced the political world’s three great mysteries: “‘Where is the federal government going to spend the $1 trillion infrastructure money?’ ‘Where will the state spend the $4.2 billion environmental bond fund?’ ‘And Where is Steve Bellone going to work next?’”
The politician from Babylon has a resume that would make him a desirable acquisition for any organization. The former chief executive, 54, started his public service career in the Army, where he was a Communications Specialist. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and communications from Queens College and a law degree from Fordham University School of Law.
At age 28, Bellone was elected to the Babylon Town Board and, four years later, rose to supervisor. He went on to become county executive, unable to run for reelection after 12 years due to Suffolk’s term limit law.
community.
Suffolk County residents can expect enhanced public safety measures and environmental protections as the county remains steadfast in its mission to serve and protect the community every day.
Relinquishing his role to former Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine, the politician gave no hint of his future employment prospects but did feign that he would keep his options open for another elected post.
Bellone’s deputy, Vanessa BairdStreeter, has already transitioned from county government, though strings are still attached. As the new head of the non-profit Health & Welfare Council of Long Island, she drew flak over her new employer receiving $75,000 in taxpayer dollars from the Bellone administration as he headed for the exit. Baird-Streeter took over the role after the council’s previous CEO, Rebecca Sanin, won election to the Suffolk Legislature.
Another of Bellone’s deputies, Lisa Black, is being sought out by the legislature not for potential
future employment but because she’s the last remaining witness to testify before the Special Committee investigating the cyber hack that shut down Suffolk’s computer system for months. Officials said the report, expected to be released earlier this year to provide guidance on bolstering the country’s security network, is being held pending Black’s testimony.
Northwell Health is the largest health system in the state, with 85,000 employees treating over two million New Yorkers every year. They manage Staten Island University Hospital and had a need there for an assistant vice president of operations. Resolving the great political mystery, they recently announced a new hire for the position: former County Executive Steve Bellone.
The luck of the Irish was with Center Moriches Sunday as the sun broke through and smiled on the St. Patrick’s Parade after a night of torrential rain. Everyone turned out in Kelly green as the sound of bagpipes filled the air. Floats were on display from numerous local businesses along with members of various organizations marching down Main Street.
Brookhaven Town’s Show Mobile served as a grandstand for the 20th annual Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches event, which featured George Keller as the Grand Marshal. Also marching were past Grand Marshals Lee Sinnickson, Joe Townsend, Gerry Sapanaro, and Art Gerhauser.
Local officials joined in the spectacle as well, including County Executive Ed Romaine, Town Supervisor Dan Panico, Legislator
Jim Mazzarella, Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig, and Lou Marcoccia, Brookhaven Receiver of Taxes. Buckley’s Irish Pub served
as the downtown focal point with many reposing for a pint of Guinness and other potables.
ByRaheemSoto
In a decisive moment for New York's 1st Assembly district, a longstanding political figure, Fred Thiele, announces his retirement after 45 years of dedicated service, leaving an open seat in the state Assembly. The district encompasses Shelter Bay, East Hampton, Southold, and portions of Southampton and Brookhaven, including The Hamptons and Montauk.
In a press release, Mr. Thiele declared, "After 37 years as an elected official and nearly 30 years in the state Assembly, I am not seeking reelection." Notably, at the time of this article, Thiele has not endorsed any candidate, leaving the field open for the constituents to shape the future of their representation.
Republican candidate Stephen Kiely emerges as a compelling contender in the race. He is backed by a family legacy of military service and a profound connection to the community. Kiely's political journey is deeply rooted in his family's history, stretching back to World War Two, with relatives who served in the military and law enforcement.
A critical moment in Kiely's political awakening occurred at
age 16 when he conversed with influential figures like thenSuffolk County District Attorney James Patterson and NYS Senator Kenneth P. LaValle.
Rejecting lucrative opportunities in Manhattan, Kiely chose a career in public service, starting at the Brookhaven Town attorney's office, where he accumulated over 20 years of government experience.
Kiely's comprehensive connection to the entire assembly district, having lived in various towns, gives him an intimate understanding of each community's unique challenges. His opposition to Governor Hochul's proposed housing mandate, a contentious issue threatening his rural town, highlights his commitment to preserving the district's character.
Kiely advocates revisiting bail reform and emphasizes the need for judicial discretion. Addressing environmental concerns, he supports the Community Preservation Fund and pledges to protect open spaces, farmland, and aquifers.
On the Democratic side, Tommy John Schiavoni, a retired teacher and member of the Southampton Town Board, presents what he called a pragmatic approach honed
by his 32-year teaching career. His family's three generations of operating a local business in Sag Harbor shaped his desire to find solutions to community issues.
Schiavoni's educational background, including a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education in Social Studies from SUNY Cortland and a Master's Degree from SUNY Stony Brook, paved the way for his career as a High School Social Studies Teacher. Active in local government since 2008, Schiavoni served on various boards and councils, focusing on practical
solutions to community problems, environmental preservation, and support for the arts and education.
However, Schiavoni's candidacy is not without complexities. His absence during the first six months of his initial term on the town council raised questions about commitment and duty. A civil rights employment discrimination lawsuit against Schiavoni's 2020 senate campaign adds layers to his bid for the Assembly seat.
The lawsuit, filed by Emily Dwyer, is currently pending before Judge George Nolan in Suffolk
County Courts, Supreme Court.
As voters grapple with questions about the nature of the allegations and their potential impact on Schiavoni's ability to represent the district, the race takes an intriguing turn.
As the race unfolds, District 1 stands at a crossroads. The retirement of a seasoned representative and the complexities surrounding the contenders mark a pivotal moment for the district. The open seat becomes a canvas for constituents to paint the future of their representation.
In a rare display of unity, Democrats and Republicans in the New York State Legislature are joining forces to challenge Governor Kathy Hochul's ambitious school funding overhaul. The proposal, aimed at revising the state's foundation aid formula, has ignited a bipartisan storm of opposition, with critics asserting that the changes could have severe consequences for schools statewide.
One of the critical components of Hochul's plan is the elimination of the "hold harmless" provision, which guarantees that no school district receives less money than in the previous year. This move has drawn sharp criticism, particularly from Senate Democrats, who estimate that schools will lose over $400 million in aid under the proposed changes. Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins expressed deep concerns, stating that almost half of the school districts in the state would receive less funding than anticipated, thereby having a "massive impact" on education.
Senate Education Chair Shelly
Mayer, flanked by representatives from the teachers union, school boards association, and the PTA, among others, asserted that such cuts cannot proceed. Mayer confidently declared that Senate Democrats, holding the majority, would stand united in rejecting the governor's proposed reductions.
Surprisingly, even Republicans, the minority party in both houses, staunchly oppose the cuts. GOP Senator Jim Tedisco, a former high school teacher, emphasized the continued need for special mental health and other services postpandemic. He argued that Hochul's changes were more akin to cuts
than right-sizing, citing the ongoing recovery efforts in schools.
Governor Hochul, however, defended her proposal, characterizing it as a necessary "right-sizing" rather than outright cuts. She pointed out that some districts would receive increased funding under her plan. However, concerns persist, particularly for districts like Mount Vernon, which are already grappling with financial challenges.
Despite the bipartisan pushback, Hochul's proposed budget would still see a 2.4% increase in Foundation Aid disbursements, amounting to $507 million. The largest teachers union in the state, New York State United Teachers, led by President Melinda Person, has vehemently opposed the cuts since their announcement labeled the adjustments as "arbitrary" and aimed at saving money despite an overall funding increase.
The battle over school funding in New York has become a rare bipartisan battleground as lawmakers from both sides unite against the proposed changes.
The cost of electricity generated by Sunrise Wind will nearly triple under a rebidding of the project approved by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Citing increased construction costs, higher interest rates, and Pandemicrelated supply chain issues, the operator, Denmark-based Ørsted, had requested the rate hike for its $700 million wind farm planned for the waters off Montauk Point.
Local officials support the project both for its planned capacity to serve 600,000 homes with renewable energy and the $170 million promised by Ørsted for permission to land its 123-mile cable connecting the turbines to the mainland. The 924-megawatt project also calls for the construction of a $37 million operations center in East Setauket, a $5 million Research and Development Partnership with Stony Brook University, and a $10
million National Wind Training Center in Brentwood. A turbine service vessel is expected to be docked at Port Jefferson.
Ratepayers will see their bills go up about 2%, or $2.09 per month, under the new cost structure, according to the governor. The previous deal with the state would have seen an increase of only 73 cents per month.
“I promised to make New York a place for the renewable energy industry to do business, and we are delivering on that promise,” Hochul said. “Offshore wind is foundational to our fight against climate change, and these awards demonstrate our national leadership to advance a zero-emissions electric grid at the best value to New Yorkers.”
Energy industry experts eye Gov. Hochul’s green goals with caution, noting that wind and solar have limitations and the
state is not backing them up with 24-hour-a-day power sources such as natural gas turbines. Ratepayers are wary of large-scale generation projects having seen the Shoreham Nuclear Power Plant devolve into a multi-billion dollar fiasco without producing any commercial power.
The new rates are a shot in the arm for Ørsted, which is facing turbulence across its wind energy portfolio. Its partner in Sunrise Wind, the New England-based Eversource, has bailed out of the effort along with all of its other wind turbine interests. Last year, Ørsted reported $4 billion in wind losses, while Eversource posted $1.6 billion in impairments.
Gov. Hochul also approved a rate increase for Empire Wind 1, a turbine project 14 miles off Jones Beach proposed by Equinor, a Norway firm that had canceled its other New York project, Empire Wind 2. The U.S. wind efforts are
also relying on massive tax breaks from the federal government.
Announcing the rate hikes, Hochul quoted 22 supporters in an eight-page press release including
elected officials, union and business groups, and environmental organizations. Tax and ratepayer watchdogs in what has become one of the most expensive states to live in the nation were not mentioned.
ByStefanMychajliw
If you believe your taxes are too high living in the State of New York, a new study released by WalletHub confirms that unfortunate belief for your pocketbook and your family.
WalletHub released its list of the highest and lowest tax rates in all of America, and guess who ranked at the bottom of the list as one of the worst in the nation?
You bet: the State of New York.
According to WalletHub, New York ranked 50th out of 51 states and the District of Columbia when it comes to having one of the highest tax rates in America.
“As the cost of doing business in New York continues to skyrocket, it's no surprise that companies are packing their bags and heading elsewhere,” wrote Twitter user @KelvinLiz on the social media platform now known as @X.
“Hundreds of businesses, including major financial institutions, have fled New York because of high taxes, regulations and crime,” added @X user @ LorrieAnn25.
The economic news goes from bad to worse in the State of New
York according to a recent poll. New York is bad for business and many want to bolt for states with lower taxes, with big government to blame for a corporate climate that stifles growth.
That’s how a large majority of CEOs and corporate leaders feel according to the recent results of a Siena College survey on the business climate in Upstate New York.
The survey results are clear: politicians who control government in the Empire State are to blame. Business leaders were blunt in blasting bloated bureaucracies and big government for killing jobs in New York.
“The results of this survey show the concern employers express to us every day that harmful policies are adversely impacting their business’ ability to grow and prosper. Our business sectors are seeing high taxes, strict mandates, and little cooperation from lawmakers, forcing them and their employees out of New York State. Instead of encouraging investments in our state, those elected to represent businesses in their districts continually pass legislation and accept policies that add burdens to
the already mounting challenges of doing business in New York. This must end,” said The Business Council of New York State CEO Heather Mulligan.
Two-thirds believe the business climate is getting worse, not better, in New York State.
A whopping 81% of CEOs say that New York State government is a detriment to doing business here.
Almost 90% feel the same way about the federal government, that politicians in Washington DC are doing a poor job of creating a positive business climate.
Big government regulation was at the top of the list of why jobs are cut and businesses struggle, with 65% of CEOs believing this to be the case.
Only 29% are on the lookout to hire more workers.
“Large majorities (of CEOs) say that state government, crime, housing affordability and local permitting processes are detriments. And more CEOs say our energy systems, healthcare system, workforce, local government and even our culture is more of a detriment than an asset,” said Siena College Research Institute Director Don Levy.
When it comes to protecting people from scams, the old saying usually goes “buyer beware.”
In the case of a scam New York State is warning motorists about, the words of wisdom can be changed to “driver beware.”
That is because the New York State Thruway Authority issued an urgent warning for drivers in Suffolk County and across the Empire State.
Con artists are sending unsuspecting folks a “phishing” scam warning them that if they don’t click a link that’s sent to them by text message, they’re at risk of being hit with a $50 fine.
The Thruway Authority says this is a scam and encourages motorists to delete the message and not respond.
Unfortunately, people are being duped because the scam text message looks similar in nature to one normally used by Tolls By Mail, with the distinct difference that the phishing message asks people to provide personal and banking information.
“Tolls by Mail will never send an email or contact you requesting
sensitive personal information such as credit card number, social security, etc. If you are contacted by anyone stating that they are from Tolls by Mail and they are seeking personal information, please DO NOT provide the information requested,” is the warning posted on the TollsByMailNY.com website.
The scam text messages are also using a bogus website that looks official: NYTollServices.com.
The legitimate website to pay tolls is TollsByMailNY.com.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by these con artists, you are asked to report it by calling 1.844.826.8400.
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo will be on a Congressional hot seat very soon over how his administration managed the COVID crisis in New York.
That’s because House Republicans slapped Cuomo with a Congressional subpoena, compelling him to testify on Capitol Hill.
House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic Chairman Brad Wenstrup (ROH) issued the subpoena. Cuomo must appear before the committee for what will be a Congressional grilling on May 24, 2024.
“The day of reckoning has finally arrived for disgraced Former Governor Andrew Cuomo as he must answer for his disastrous and criminal COVID policies and cover-up. His corruption needlessly cost the lives of over 15,000 vulnerable New York seniors in nursing homes across the state,” said Congresswoman Elise Stefanik.
A Cuomo spokesman offered a blistering rebuttal to the issuance of a subpoena, claiming it was an unnecessary stunt since the
Left wing lunatics and radical progressives will stop at nothing, absolutely nothing, to stop President Trump from being on the November ballot. Their unhinged lunacy will know no legal or ethical boundaries even after President Trump sends Joe Biden back to his basement and beats him in an Electoral College landslide.
Let’s start with the unanimous Supreme Court ruling that blocked Colorado from keeping President Trump off the ballot there.
Our democracy depends on free and fair elections decided by the people, not unelected, biased bureaucrats who have an ax to grind against Donald Trump.
Multiple states, including the People’s Republic of New York, had pursued legal action, lawsuits, and legislation to stop our 45th Commander-in-Chief from running again.
The Colorado case was fast tracked to the United States Supreme Court, thank God.
In a unanimous 9-0 ruling, all Justices ruled that Colorado overstepped its legal and Constitutional authority by a state trying to remove a federal candidate from running for office.
The crazies in Colorado tried arguing President Trump engaged in an insurrection on January 6th, so therefore cannot run for federal
former Governor offered federal lawmakers numerous dates for him to testify.
“This is an obvious press charade: they issue a subpoena as a press release. Congress is officially a circus and they are nothing but clowns,” said Cuomo Spokesman Rich Azzopardi.
At the core of why Cuomo is being forced to testify before Congress is his controversial order that forced nursing homes to accept and admit seniors who were stricken with COVID, and have them around previously healthy elderly patients.
An investigation by the Office of New York State Attorney General found the Cuomo administration undercounted and underreported COVID nursing home deaths by almost 50% of the number of actual fatalities.
The Long Term Care Community Care Coalition compiled COVID death data from The New York State Department of Health, who reported approximately 17,425 COVID-19 deaths at nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other adult care facilities across New York.
Fox News Senior Meteorologist Janice Dean lost both her motherin-law and father-in-law to COVID related deaths. They were living in nursing homes at the time of their deaths. Dean publicly praised Congress for forcing Cuomo to answer questions under oath on how he managed the COVID crisis in the Empire State.
“The subpoenas are here Andrew Cuomo. Almost four years to the day you ordered thousands of Covid patients into nursing homes where our most elderly resided. You don’t care. But we do,” said Dean.
At the heart of Cuomo’s testimony will be whether or not his order on March 25th, 2020 was a needless death sentence for seniors, due to the fact that the former Governor ordered New York nursing homes to admit or readmit seniors who may have had COVID-19.
“Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo implemented nursing home policies that had deadly consequences for New York’s most vulnerable population. Not only did the former Governor put the elderly in harm’s way, but he also attempted to cover-up his failures by hiding the true nursing home death rate. It appears that politics, not medicine, was responsible for these decisions,” said Chairman Wenstrup.
office due to the 14th Amendment.
Colorado wasn’t alone in that biased, bogus argument, with Maine and many other states making the same false, flimsy claim.
Thank God our Founding Fathers had the vision and insight to protect our constitutional republic from corrupt states and loony lawmakers by implementing checks and balances like the Supreme Court.
Following the unanimous decision that pretty much guarantees Trump will appear on the ballots of all 50 states, radical progressives immediately started sucking their thumbs in the fetal position and demanded the disbanding of the Supreme Court.
“The Supreme Court has betrayed democracy. Its members including Jackson, Kagan and Sotomayor have proved themselves inept at reading comprehension. And collectively the "court" has shown itself to be corrupt and illegitimate. It must be dissolved,” wrote former ESPN talking head and liberal commentator Keith Olbermann.
Young “Biden Influencer” Harry Sisson took Trump Derangement Syndrome to a whole new level of raging racism, singling out the lone African American Justice on the Supreme Court.
“Insurrection sympathizer Clarence Thomas ruled that insurrectionist Donald Trump can
remain on the ballot in 2024. That should be the headline,” wrote the 21-year-old Tik Tok influencer.
While I’ve got socks older than this kid, his youth and stupidity is no excuse for his racist attack on an African American Supreme Court Justice.
Conservatives and those who respect and protect our Constitution publicly praised the Supreme Court’s ruling, correctly calling out Colorado for abusing its state power to try and block a candidate for federal office.
“These people act like tyrants and then call you a ‘threat to democracy,’" said Conservative Commentator Charlie Kirk.
“Colorado's ruling was an unprecedented display of rank political partisanship at the hands
of unelected officials,” wrote Florida-based Congressman Byron Donalds.
“This ruling could well be the beginning of the end of the Marxist Dems' wholesale orchestrated efforts to interfere in the 2024 election,” wrote cable news anchor Lou Dobbs.
Sorry to burst your bubble if anyone thinks this solid Supreme Court ruling is “the end” of the deranged left from stopping President Trump from appearing on state ballots this November. The former President knows this. So should you.
“Radical Left Democrats will stop at nothing in trying to prevent me, and the American people, from winning the 2024 Presidential Election,” wrote
President Trump on Truth Social.
I would bet my South Shore Press paycheck that the sinister “Transition Integrity Project” (TIP) is going to rear its ugly head again in the 2024 election, the same way it appeared ready to stop President Trump from taking office again in 2020.
TIP is basically the Deep State. It’s real. It exists. It’s not some vague group of Never Trumpers that no one ever sees but knows exists, like Mr. Snuffleupagus on Sesame Street.
It’s dark, it’s dangerous, it exists, and they’re already plotting and scheming on potential plans to stop President Trump from being sworn in on January 20th, 2025.
TIP is made up of college professors, retired military, former elected officials, and swamp creatures from both the Biden and Obama administrations. In the coming months you will hear from them loud and clear on plans to derail President Trump from taking office, whether it is throwing monkey wrenches in the Electoral College voting or even using the military.
The Colorado court case before the Supreme Court was child’s play. Buckle up. It’s going to be a rough, wild ride as we venture towards the November election, all thanks to extremist Democrats who will willingly destroy democracy for their own political “gain.”
In a Super Tuesday showdown that resonated across over a dozen states, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerged as undisputed leaders, setting the stage for a November rematch gripping the nation. Trump's resounding victories, sweeping from coast to coast and including delegaterich states like California and Texas, signaled a formidable resurgence, leaving only echoes of a once-touted Republican contender, Nikki Haley.
While Haley secured a win in Vermont, denying Trump a complete sweep, her success failed to materialize in states like Virginia, Massachusetts, and Maine, where moderate voters, akin to her previous primary base, did not rally in her favor. In the aftermath of Super Tuesday, the former South Carolina governor, Nikki Haley, decided to suspend her campaign. The move was announced in her home state, signaling the conclusion of a spirited but ultimately unsuccessful bid.
Mar-a-Lago, Trump's political bastion, echoed with jubilant celebrations as his supporters, including rapper Forgiato Blow and former North Carolina Rep. Madison Cawthorn, reveled in the news of Trump's triumph in North Carolina's GOP primary. Trump seized the moment, addressing the crowd with the confidence that had become his trademark.
"They call it Super Tuesday for a reason," Trump declared, using the opportunity to scrutinize Biden's track record, mainly focusing on the U.S.Mexico border and the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Trump's victories, starting with early wins in Virginia and North Carolina, culminated in triumphs in Alaska and Utah, solidifying his standing as a frontrunner in the GOP.
While Biden chose a statement over a speech, his warning to Americans framed the election as a clear choice. He touted his administration's progress and subtly criticized Trump, cautioning against a return
to what he characterized as a presidency driven by grievance and self-interest.
Amidst the presidential theatrics, significant downballot contests took shape. The governor's race gained prominence in North Carolina, featuring Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein. The battle lines are drawn for a fierce contest leading up to November.
In California, Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff and former Los Angeles Dodgers baseball player Republican Steve Garvey emerged as contenders for the Senate seat long held by Dianne Feinstein. These developments underscore the broader political landscape taking shape beyond the presidential race.
However, shadows cast by the uncommitted vote loom large over the Super Tuesday narrative, particularly for Democrats. "Uncommitted" constituted nearly 19% of the vote in Minnesota, raising questions about the electorate's hesitancy to align firmly with
a candidate. Seven other states, including Michigan, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Colorado, Tennessee, Alabama, and Iowa, also provided the option to vote uncommitted on their primary ballots. A table detailing the share and count of uncommitted votes in these eight states reveals a significant presence, challenging the notion of a straightforward candidate preference among voters.
For Democrats, the surge in uncommitted votes hints at internal divisions and potential
The four stand accused of stashing, dumping, and hiding cut up body parts all over Long Island and down the drains of their own home.
A student discovered one of those many body parts in Babylon, called his father after finding a left arm, who in turn called the police that kicked off a homicide investigation.
The mutilation was so severe, that prosecutors stated the drainage system backed up at the Amityville home where the suspects lived due to them shoving as many chopped up body parts as possible down sinks and toilets.
If there’s a case where bail is deserved for those accused of concealing cut up body parts, this is it.
Sadly, that’s not the case in Kathy Hochul’s New York.
Even more shocking than the grisly details of this accused crime is that all four suspects are free on bail.
Let that sink in.
Four people who stand accused of dumping body parts all over Long Island are free on bail.
Because at the time of their arrests they were “only” accused of dumping body parts, all were
let go with ankle monitors and are free on bail.
That’s because left wing lunatic lawmakers passed “no bail” legislation that makes the crime of hiding body parts a “no bail” crime.
Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney correctly called out Hochul and Democratic lawmakers for easing bail laws to the point that mutilation and disposal of a murdered person’s corpse are no longer eligible for bail. Those accused of this heinous crime, including the four in this Long Island case, walked right out of court free as can be.
Before you start blasting the Judge in the bail hearing, his hands are tied because of the relaxed “bail reform” laws passed by progressive lawmakers.
District Court Judge Edward Hennessey is also correct when he stated in court that “cash bail is not available with current statutes.”
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is a despicable disgrace for shamefully blaming police and prosecutors for the fact that these accused criminals are walking the streets after law enforcement said they shoved body parts down sinks and dumped other limbs in public places.
Hochul basically said
challenges in unifying the party for the upcoming November election.
Despite Biden and Trump's dominance within their respective parties, recent polls hint at a broader electorate's desire to depart from the 2020 narrative. A recent AP-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll indicates that most Americans question the mental acuity of both Biden and Trump, emphasizing the need for a fresh approach in the upcoming general election.
prosecutors should have charged the four with murder. If they did, the accused would be behind bars without bail.
The Governor had the nerve to publicly push prosecutors to charge the four with murder, even though building air tight cases are methodical, can take time, and must be supported by evidence.
Think about Hochul’s horrific logic. In her left wing world if you’re accused of dumping heads, arms, and legs all over Long Island where kids find them, that’s not a serious enough crime to keep you behind bars while awaiting trial. That serious crime does not warrant bail.
What the hell? Literally, what in the holy hell of a hellhole state are we living in where those hiding butchered up body parts can walk free without bail?
The fact is, Hochul and her fellow comrades in the State Legislature relaxed bail laws to the point where concealing a corpse and dumping body parts is not a crime that’s eligible for bail.
If you voted for these radical lawmakers who coddle criminals, hate police, and are happy when thugs and killers walk free without bail because of the “reforms” they passed, then there’s blood on your hands, too. Shame on every single one of you who voted for these soft
on crime clowns.
We have to turn anger over this no bail travesty into action. We can pound our fists, post on social media, and write editorials like this all day long. It will do nothing to solve this problem.
Do you know what will change things?
Vote these scummy bums out of office. Throw them out. This November, all members of the State Assembly and Senate are up for election.
The next time you see District Attorney Ray Tierney or the dedicated men and women in law enforcement who helped build this case, thank them for fighting to keep our communities safe from deranged criminals who dump body parts across Long Island.
The next time you see Kathy Hochul or Democratic lawmakers who passed “bail reform” laws be sure to thank them for letting criminals walk free among us.
Fight back folks. Register to vote if you haven’t already, and be sure to send to Albany lawmakers who respect the rule of law, who want to keep criminals behind bars where they belong, and who will toughen bail laws that protect families in Suffolk County and across New York State.
The inventive Robert (Rob) Vasiluth is moving ahead in his crusade to restore eelgrass in area waters.
“Eelgrass is the miracle plant,” says Vasiluth. “It’s vital as fish habitat. It’s a nursery ground for juvenile fish. Where it grows, scallops thrive. It slows down erosion. It neutralizes acidification. It produces oxygen. It sequesters carbon 35 times faster than a terrestrial rain forest. It is the foundation of the shallow sea.”
But the amount of eelgrass in New York waters is now “two or three percent” of what it was in the 1930s, he says. “Pollution, dredging, algae blooms, disease, commercial fishing practices and in the last decade the rising heat in bodies of water from climate change are among the causes.”
The 9/11 attack was a turning point for Vasiluth. An operating engineer from Commack, he was in Manhattan hoisting a section of a sign high up on the Renaissance Times Square Hotel, when he saw the World Trade Center a few miles to the south being struck.
As a result, he committed himself to “saving life.”
There have been efforts to restore eelgrass by “broadcasting” eelgrass seeds on water, but that has
failed, says Vasiluth. He came up with a new way.
His idea: using a glue to affix eelgrass seeds to clams. The clams would bury themselves in the sea bottom and the seeds could far better germinate, he thought. The concept has worked well.
The glue is cyanoacrylate—the ingredient that is the basis for Super Glue and Krazy Glue. It’s strong but “it’s biodegradable,” he emphasizes.
In using clams affixed with eelgrass seeds in Smithtown Bay, Great South Bay, Shinnecock Bay and Sterling Harbor off Greenport, Vasiluth has been involved with Cornell Cooperative Extension, Save the Sound, The Nature Conservancy, Seatuck Environmental Association and Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences.
Last year, he worked with the East Hampton Town Trustees applying his method in Napeague Harbor, considered a prime area for eelgrass restoration. He joined with John Dunne, director of East Hampton’s shellfish hatchery, and youngsters in East Hampton High School’s Environmental Awareness Club. The students glued eel grass seeds onto 1,907 clams, relates Vasiluth.
BY REV. FREDERICK MILLER. PH.D.Trigeminal neuralgia is the general term for pain caused by the trigeminal nerve. It is also called TN pain and often called the “suicide disease” because of the intense pain, higher rates of suicide ideation of patients with severe migraines, and links to higher rates of depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders.
Trigeminal neuralgia is pain that spreads over the face and down the neck, triggered by even the slightest breath of wind across the face. This condition is commonly misdiagnosed. Of all of the pain conditions that chronic pain patients experience, there are arguably none worse than the pan of trigeminal neuralgia, also called TN.
TN normally develops on its own; however, it can sometimes be brought on by dental treatments or facial trauma. A blood artery pressing against the trigeminal nerve, also known as vascular compression, may also trigger the condition. The
rubbing of an artery against a nerve can wear away the coating, known as myelin over time, leaving the nerve exposed and very sensitive.
Because the symptoms of untreated TN can be similar to those of dental disorders, patients with undiagnosed TN may first try a variety of dental procedures to relieve their discomfort.
Those suffering from TN avoid social contact and daily activities such as eating and talking because they fear an attack. Many have been known to lose their jobs because of the debilitating nature of the pain. Marriages have dissolved due to the difficulty of providing care and support to persons with TN.
A military service connection for TN can be formed in a variety of methods, the most common of which is on a secondary basis. When a veteran’s pre-existing service-connected condition aggravates or cause a non-
This year, he is seeking to expand the project in Napeague Harbor working with the town shellfish hatchery and Cornell Cooperative Extension, Peconic Baykeeper and Save the Sound.
Being used to spread the clams is a “machine I built” able to distribute large numbers of eelgrass seedaffixed clams from a boat.
To help in gathering eelgrass seeds, Vasiluth recently spoke about his work before the The Divers Club, and members of the West Islip-based diving group volunteered to assist.
Vasiluth says that in his eelgrass work an especially fertile site for
collecting eelgrass seed has been off Fishers Island, the little island just off Connecticut that’s part of Suffolk County. He describes it as “the home of the last best eelgrass habitat in the Long Island Sound due to the work of the Fishers Island Conservancy Eelgrass Management Program.”
As to financing, Vasiluth says he has funded much of the work through the years “out of my own pocket” through an organization he has set up, SAVE Environmental.
Vasiluth has been meeting with New York State Senators Monica Martinez of Brentwood and Alexis Weik of Sayville about getting
what is called a “blue carbon” credit program, such as one now in Virginia, created in New York.
About the Virginia program, the website USNature4Climate refers to it as “an exciting partnership between The Nature Conservancy, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science and the University of Virginia” that “has restored nearly 9,000 acres of eelgrass on the Virginia Coast Reserve. This partnership is part of TNC’s broader efforts to advance ‘blue carbon’ programs in the U.S. and worldwide. Blue carbon is the carbon sequestered in coastal wetlands like seagrass meadows, tidal grasslands and mangrove forests. In addition to restoring marine habitat, UVA research has shown that blue carbon projects like this present a significant opportunity to mitigate climate change.”
Vasiluth told me last week: “The public doesn’t realize how devastating the loss of eelgrass has been. It’s a crisis. It’s an emergency.”
Doing something about this is his life’s crusade that, he says, “we all should be focused upon because it is the habitat that saves us in so many ways.” Rob can be reached at rvasiluth@gmail.com
service-connected condition, a secondary service connection is sometimes possible.
Secondary service-connected conditions are graded in the same way as direct serviceconnected conditions. To be eligible for secondary service connection for TN, a veteran must first be service-connected for another condition such as multiple sclerosis, a tumor or cyst, face trauma that occurred while serving, or another medical condition that damages your myelin sheaths.
If you’ve been diagnosed with TN and believe it’s due to your military service, you might be eligible for VA disability compensation. There are three key criteria you must meet in order to do so. The first step is to acquire a diagnosis from a certified medical practitioner; if you haven’t already, schedule an appointment as soon as is feasible. Your appointment doesn’t need to be with a
VA nexus doctor to get this diagnosis. It is fairly common with those veterans suffering traumatic brain injury. Other facial stress can also cause TN.
You’ll need to be able to point to a specific occurrence in your service record that triggered your TN once you’ve received
a diagnosis. Finally, you must establish a medical link between the first or related occurrence and your diagnosis. You’ll be able to prove the link between your military service and your medical condition once you have these three criteria met. You can be eligible for a disability benefit.
BY TOM BARTON
As the Coastal Athletic Conference opened up last week even the most die hard Long Island basketball fan could not have predicted the exciting road we would travel down to get to where we wound up on Sunday. New York has always been a hotbed for basketball and for college basketball talent, but over the past few decades the state, along with the island, has watched that talent leave and play elsewhere. St. John's might be on it's way back, but it has been sparse as far as college basketball excitement throughout the local area for some time.
This Sunday changed all of that, setting up one heck of a game Monday night in a clash of the Island. Both Hofstra and Stony Brook walked away winners in their tournament
games, setting up the #3 vs. #7 matchup. The Seawolves shocked everyone en route to their victory, not only because they were +3000 to win their own tournament, but the fashion that they won was as exciting as we have seen in a long time for island basketball. Stony Brook won their game in double OT, with contributions from their entire lineup and clutch late shots to take down #2 Drexel. Meanwhile, Hofstra had no issues defeating Delaware to advance as a 3 seed. The Pride might have been a 3 seed but even they had to feel disrespected at the +400 number that was put on them to win the tournament as well.
That set up a Monday clash between the two schools. Nassau vs. Suffolk on a big
stage. The outcome wouldn't matter much because the point had been proven. Long Island college basketball is back and
it holds an excitement level that we haven't watched in decades. Both of these programs are pointing in the
right direction and it gives everyone hope for what the future might bring.
If you have more than one child, making only one of them a joint account holder can lead to sibling conflict and litigation.
When naming a child as a joint account holder on your bank account, be sure that it makes sense in the context of your estate plan. Banking Law Section 675 provides that, absent fraud or undue influence, when two or more people open a bank account and deposit cash or securities, a presumption of joint tenancy with rights of survivorship arises. For the presumption to apply, words of survivorship must appear on the signature card or ledger that creates the account.
A signature card denoting “joint tenants” or “joint tenants with right of survivorship” is the best evidence that an account was intended to be paid to the survivor, regardless of whether that person contributed funds to the account. Absent the
necessary survivorship language, the statutory presumption under Banking Law Section 675 does not apply. If you intend to leave the account assets to all your children, then naming one child "with rights of survivorship" defeats your intent. Although you may believe that your child will split the money with their siblings, there is no guarantee that will happen.
When rights of survivorship is denoted on the account, the burden of proof in refuting a joint tenancy is placed upon the party challenging the survivor’s claim to the funds on account. Your other child may argue that you added the joint account holder for "convenience" only. However, at this point your children are at odds and likely looking at costly litigation.
If a sibling looks to contest a claim that an account was joint with rights of survivorship, they must show it was established solely “for the convenience” of the depositor. A joint account established to assist
with bill paying, check writing and managing financial affairs is usually for convenience purposes. It is not meant as means of transferring the funds to the other person titled on account.
If a joint tenancy is contested and the signature card is lost or otherwise does not denote survivorship, the burden shifts to the proponent of survivorship to prove their claim. Courts will look
to other indicia of the parties’ intent. Such testimony might be from bank officers involved in account opening, the types of accounts the financial institution offered at the time, and the information displayed on the account statements or cancelled checks.
Although naming a child on your account may seem like a simple solution to avoiding probate, the unintended consequences can be dire. Not only may it result in disinheriting some of your children, but it exposes those assets to your child’s creditors. Consulting with an experienced estate planning attorney is more than worth the time and money to avoid contentious estate litigation.
Paul M. O'Brien, Esq. is Counsel at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. focusing his practice areas on Estate Litigation. Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. serves clients from New York City to the east end of Long Island with offices located in East Setauket, Westhampton Beach, Manhattan and East Hampton.
The namesake of the elementary school in Center Moriches, Clayton R. Huey, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, educator, community leader, and friend, passed away March 3 at 93. Settling on Long Island from Elmira in 1954, he was proud of his family and the impact he made on his community.
Mr. Huey, as his legion of students would know him, graduated from the Elmira Free Academy in 1949 and attended nearby SUNY Cortland, where he earned a degree in education. After graduating, he married his beloved wife Joan and welcomed twin boys, James and Michael.
He came to settle in Center Moriches and was hired by his hometown school district in 1955 as a physical education teacher and coach. Two more children became part of the family, Leanne and Laura, while Mr. Huey advanced his career by earning an administration degree from New York University. He became principal of the Center
Moriches Elementary School and eventually rose to the position of Superintendent of Schools.
“He devoted over three decades to serving his local community and supporting both the teachers and students with the ultimate goal of ensuring that the best possible educational experience was being provided,” his family said in sharing the news of his passing.
Mr. Huey played a key role in the building of the high school and was honored by his community when the elementary school was named for him. He proudly led the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade down Main Street of his hometown as Grand Marshal in 2006. Beyond education, he had many other attributes and interests. He served as the director of Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck in the early 1960s and was an avid golfer. In his retirement, he acted as a golf ranger at Rock Hill Country Club and loved sports, being a die-hard Yankees fan who looked forward to watching games with his family. He would always be one
Michael H. Burner
9/15/1943 – 3/6/2024
Michael Burner, 80, of Westhampton Beach, NY, passed away on March 6, 2024.
Michael was born on September 15, 1943 to Kurt and Anna Burner in The Bronx, NY. At 16 years old, his first job was in a button factory in The Bronx. He was a rising star in the retail world and as only Michael could do, he went into an entirely new field, construction. Later in life he became a builder/ developer, as the Founder & President of Elderco Inc, a craftsman of fine homes in The Hamptons.
In 1980 with three kids in tow, Brian, Robin, and Gabriele, he married Nancy J. Marchesini and her daughter, Tara. Soon Britt, Kyra, and Taylor made it an uneven seven.
To say Michael was a family man is an understatement. From starting the Safe Homes Program and Friday Night Recreation to coaching sports teams and serving as President of the Port Jefferson School Board, Michael was an
of the first to ice skate on Kalers Pond whenever it would freeze over. By far, his most favorite thing to do was spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his family said.
In addition to his four children, Mr. Huey is survived by daughters-in-law Coreen Huey and Doreen Huey, son-inlaw Thomas Johnson, and his seven grandchildren: Dawn and husband Jonathon Row, David Huey, Becky Huey, Lauren
impactful part of the local community. Ever dedicated to community service, Michael was a leader and active member of the Port Jefferson Lion's Club and later, the Moriches Bay Project, Kiwanis of Westhampton Beach, and was a Charter Member of the Westhampton Yacht Squadron.
Michael will be missed by his friends, family, clients, business associates, the Elderco Team, and all of the other various lives he touched with his sarcasm
and husband Michael Kleban, Andrew Huey, Emily Johnson, and Sarah and husband Michael Briles. He also has eight great-grandchildren: Skylar, Landon, Laila, Sierra, Brianna, Anderson, Carson, and Braylin. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Joan, in 2020.
In Lieu of Flowers, donations can be made to Camp PaQua-Tuck: P.O. Box 677, Center Moriches, NY 11934–CampPaQuaTuck.com/donate or the Moriches Nutrition
Program/Meals on Wheels: P.O. Box 135, Center Moriches, NY 11934.
Writer’s Note: Mr. Huey was my principal starting in kindergarten and was part of my education all the way through high school. I was in the same class as his daughter, Laura, from K-12 and also graduated with her from Oswego College. He certainly was a positive role model for me and it is my honor to be able to write these words about him.
and quick wit.
Michael is survived by his wife Nancy, son Brian, daughters Robin, Gabriele, Tara, Britt, Kyra, and Taylor, 18 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Michael H. Burner Community Service Trust at everloved.com/lifeof/michael-burner. All donations will be used to support various community groups and projects that Michael was involved in.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK ON BEHALF OF THE BROOKHAVEN FREE LIBRARY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the South Country Central School District, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York will be held at the Brookhaven Free Library, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, New York on Tuesday April 2, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by paper ballot upon the following items:
(1) To adopt the Annual Budget of the Brookhaven Free Library for the fiscal year 2024/2025 and to authorize that the requisite portion thereof be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the South Country Central School District.
(2) To elect (2) two Trustees of the Library to fill a five-year term commencing July 1, 2024.
FURTHER NOTICE IS
HEREBY GIVEN, that for the purpose of voting at such meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, the polls will be open between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., prevailing time, and voting will be held at the Brookhaven Free Library, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, New York; and
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of a statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the Brookhaven Free Library’s purposes exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said meeting except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from the Library located on Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, New York during regular business hours and from
the School District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (MondayFriday) at the District’s Administration building located at 189 Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, New York.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the Brookhaven Free Library must be filed at the Brookhaven Free Library, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 26, 2024; such petitions shall be filed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) prevailing time; each petition must be directed to the Director of the Library, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the School District, and must state the residence address of each signer and the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Library Board are not considered separate, specific offices, and the nominating petitions, therefore, shall not describe any specific vacancies upon the Library Board for which the candidate is nominated.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has theretofore registered pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at any Annual or Special District Meeting of the South Country Central School District within the past four (4) years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Registration shall be conducted for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law through Wednesday, March 27, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time and on all regular days during which the Office of the District Clerk is in operation at the Office of the Clerk located
in the South Country Central School District Administration Building, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, New York, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such register, provided that at such time he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of said Clerk to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such Special District Meeting for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the Administration Building, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on each of the five (5) days prior to the date set for the meeting, except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March 31, 2024, and shall be available between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, weekdays and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by prearranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org. In addition, the registration list shall be available in the Brookhaven Free Library on the day of the vote.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee ballots will be obtainable from the office of the Clerk of the School District (Administrative Offices, 189 Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, New York) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, during all days on which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than March 4, 2024 and by March 26, 2024, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. No absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the election. A list of all persons to whom
absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the School District Clerk’s office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to April 2, 2024, except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March 31, 2024; and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by prearranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for early mail ballots will be obtainable from the office of the Clerk of the School District (Administrative Offices, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, New York) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, during all days on which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than March 4, 2024, and by March 26, 2024, if the early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the early mail ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. No early mail voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote/election. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots have been issued will be available in the School District Clerk’s office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to April 2, 2024 except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March 31, 2024; and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by prearranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the South Country Central School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email
to cflynn@southcountry. org or fax sent to 631-2862457. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 7, 2024.
AND FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the South Country Central School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk in person, or by email to cflynn@southcountry. org or fax sent to 631-2862457. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on March 7, 2024. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a nonmilitary ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at South Country Central School District, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772.
AND FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of polls on April 2, 2024 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 2, 2024 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
Dated: January 10, 2024 East Patchogue, New York
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
Christine Flynn District Clerk
L15753 – 2/14/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/13/2024 & 3/27/2024
AVISO DE REUNIÓN
ESPECIAL DE DISTRITO DE LA
DISTRITO ESCOLAR CENTRAL DEL PAÍS SUR CIUDAD DE BROOKHAVEN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK EN NOMBRE DE LA BIBLIOTECA GRATUITA DE BROOKHAVEN
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una reunión especial de distrito de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca gratuita de Brookhaven, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, Nueva York, el Martes 2 de abril de 2024 a las 10:00 horas, horario vigente, para efectos de votar mediante boleta en papel sobre los siguientes puntos:
(1) Adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de la Biblioteca Gratuita de Brookhaven para el año fiscal 2024/2025 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country.
(2) Elegir (2) dos Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca para cubrir un mandato de cinco años que comienza el 1 de julio de 2024.
POR EL PRESENTE SE AVISO ADEMÁS, que a los efectos de votar en dicha reunión del martes 2 de abril de 2024, las urnas estarán abiertas entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 8:00 p. m., hora vigente, y se llevará a cabo la votación. en la Biblioteca gratuita Brookhaven, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven,
Nueva York; y
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una copia de una declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca Gratuita de Brookhaven, excluyendo los fondos públicos, durante los catorce (14 ) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha reunión, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados desde la Biblioteca ubicada en Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, Nueva York durante el horario comercial habitual y desde el Distrito Escolar entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. (de lunes a viernes) en el edificio de la Administración del Distrito ubicado en 189 Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, Nueva York.
POR EL PRESENTE SE AVISO ADEMÁS, que las peticiones que nominen candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca gratuita de Brookhaven deben presentarse en la Biblioteca gratuita de Brookhaven, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. el lunes 26 de febrero de 2024; dichas peticiones deberán presentarse entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m. (lunesviernes) hora predominante; cada petición debe dirigirse al Director de la Biblioteca, debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar y debe indicar la dirección de residencia de cada firmante y el nombre y residencia del candidato. Las vacantes en la Junta de la Biblioteca no se consideran cargos separados y específicos y, por lo tanto, las peticiones de nominación no describirán ninguna vacante específica en la Junta de la Biblioteca para la cual se nomina al candidato.
POR EL PRESENTE SE
NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el registro personal de los votantes es obligatorio de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación o de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación y ha votado en cualquier Asamblea Anual o
Especial del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country dentro de los últimos cuatro (4) años, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y elegible para votar de conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en este elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. La inscripción se llevará a cabo con el fin de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del Distrito de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación hasta el miércoles 27 de marzo de 2024 entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., horario vigente, y en todos los horarios regulares. días durante los cuales la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito está en funcionamiento en la Oficina del Secretario ubicada en el Edificio de Administración del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, Nueva York, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su o su nombre incluido en dicho registro, siempre que en ese momento se sepa, o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicho Secretario, que en ese momento o en adelante tiene derecho a votar en dicha Asamblea Especial de Distrito para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro así preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación se archivará en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en el Edificio Administrativo y estará abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito a partir de cada uno de los cinco ( 5) días antes de la fecha fijada para la reunión, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado de Viernes Santo) y el domingo 31 de marzo de 2024, y estará disponible en el horario de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., horario vigente, entre semana y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con el Secretario del Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org. Además, la lista de inscripción estará disponible en la Biblioteca gratuita de Brookhaven el día de la votación.
POR EL PRESENTE SE AVISO ADEMÁS, que
las solicitudes para boletas de voto en ausencia se podrán obtener en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (Oficinas Administrativas, 189 Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, Nueva York) entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., horario vigente, durante todos los días en que el Distrito Escolar esté en sesión. Las solicitudes completas deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito no antes del 4 de marzo de 2024 y antes del 26 de marzo de 2024, si la boleta se enviará por correo al votante. Si la boleta se entrega personalmente al votante en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, el Secretario del Distrito debe recibir la solicitud completa a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. el lunes 1 de abril de 2024. No se escrutará ninguna boleta de votante ausente a menos que haya sido recibida en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el día de las elecciones. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les habrán emitido boletas de voto en ausencia estará disponible en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 2 de abril de 2024, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado del Viernes Santo) y el domingo 31 de marzo de 2024; y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con la Secretaria de Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org.
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes para boletas anticipadas por correo se podrán obtener en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (Oficinas Administrativas, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, Nueva York) entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora predominante, durante todos los días en que el Distrito Escolar esté en sesión. El Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes completas no antes del 4 de marzo de 2024 y antes del 26 de marzo de 2024, si la boleta de votación anticipada por correo se enviará por correo al votante. Si la boleta anticipada por correo debe entregarse personalmente al votante en la oficina del
Secretario del Distrito, el Secretario del Distrito debe recibir la solicitud completa a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el lunes 1 de abril de 2024. No se escrutará ninguna boleta de votante anticipado por correo a menos que haya sido recibida en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el día de la votación/elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les han emitido boletas anticipadas por correo estará disponible en la Secretaría del Distrito Escolar oficina entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 2 de abril de 2024, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado del Viernes Santo) y el domingo 31 de marzo de 2024; y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con la Secretaria de Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que los votantes militares que no están actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org o fax enviado al 631-286-2457. La solicitud de solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario de Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 7 de marzo de 2024.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, pueden solicitar una solicitud para una boleta militar al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org o por fax enviado a 631-286-2457. Para que a un votante militar se le emita una boleta militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta militar válida en la oficina del Secretario de Distrito a más tardar a las
5:00 p.m. del 7 de marzo de 2024. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas de acuerdo con la Lo anterior se procesará de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar según la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. El La solicitud de boleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir la boleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud de boleta militar original de un votante militar y la boleta militar deben devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del Distrito en el Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que las boletas militares se escrutarán si las recibe el Secretario de Distrito (1) antes del cierre de las urnas el 2 de abril de 2024 y que muestren una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero. , o mostrando un endoso de recepción fechado por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 2 de abril de 2024 y firmado y fechado por el elector militar y un testigo del mismo, con fecha que se determina no posterior al día anterior a la elección.
Fecha: 10 de enero de 2024 East Patchogue, Nueva York
POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN
DISTRITO ESCOLAR
CENTRAL DE SOUTH COUNTRY, CIUDAD DE BROOKHAVEN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
Christine Flynn Secretario de Distrito
L15754 – 2/14/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/13/2024 & 3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE SOUTH COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
ON BEHALF OF THE SOUTH COUNTRY LIBRARY
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the South Country Central School District, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York will be held at the South Country Library, 22 Station Rd., Bellport, New York on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 9:30 a.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by paper ballot upon the following items:
(1) To adopt the Annual Budget of the South Country Library for the fiscal year 2024-2025 and to authorize that the requisite portion thereof be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the South Country Central School District, pursuant to section 259 of the Education Law; and
(2) To elect three (3) Trustees of the Library to fill three-year terms commencing May 16, 2024, and ending May 20, 2027.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that for the purpose of voting at such meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, the polls will be open between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, and voting will be held at the South Country Library, 22 Station Rd., Bellport, New York; and
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of a statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the South Country Library’s purposes exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said meeting except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from the Library located at 22 Station Rd., Bellport, New York during regular business hours and from the School District between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) at the District’s Administration building located at 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, New York.
FURTHER NOTICE IS
HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the South Country Library must be filed at the South Country Library, 22 Station Rd., Bellport, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 26, 2024; such petitions shall be filed between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) prevailing time; each petition must be directed to the Director of the Library, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the School District, and must state the residence address of each signer and the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Library Board are not considered separate, specific offices, and the nominating petitions, therefore, shall not describe any specific vacancies upon the Library Board for which the candidate is nominated; and
FURTHER NOTICE IS
HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to § 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at any Annual or Special District Meeting within the past four (4) years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Registration shall be conducted for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law through Wednesday, March 27, 2024 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time on all regular days during which the Office of the District Clerk is in operation at the Office of the Clerk located in the South Country Central School District Administration Building, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, New York, at which time any person will be entitled to have his or her name placed on such register, provided that at such time he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of said Clerk to
be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such Special District Meeting for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to §2014 of the Education Law will be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the School District in the Administration Building, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, New York and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District beginning on each of the five (5) days prior to the date set for the meeting, except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March 31, 2024, and shall be available between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, weekdays and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by pre-arranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org.
In addition, the registration list shall be available in the South Country Library on the day of the vote; and
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee ballots will be obtainable from the office of the Clerk of the School District (Administrative Offices, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, New York) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, during all days on which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than March 4, 2024, and by March 26, 2024, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. No absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote/election. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the School District Clerk’s office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to April 2, 2024 except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March
31, 2024; and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by prearranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for early mail ballots will be obtainable from the office of the Clerk of the School District (Administrative Offices, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, New York) between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, during all days on which the School District is in session. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk no earlier than March 4, 2024, and by March 26, 2024, if the early mail ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the early mail ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the District Clerk the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024. No early mail voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Clerk of the District not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote/election. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots have been issued will be available in the School District Clerk’s office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on and after March 28, 2023, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on each day prior to the day set for the annual election, except Friday, March 29, 2024 (Good Friday Holiday) and Sunday, March 31, 2024; and on Saturday, March 30, 2024, by pre-arranged appointment by contacting the District Clerk at (631) 730-1542 or by email to cflynn@southcountry.org. A challenge to an absentee ballot may not be made on the basis that the voter should have applied for an early mail ballot.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the South Country Central School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District
Clerk in person, or by email to cflynn@southcountry. org or fax sent to 631-2862457. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 7, 2024.
AND FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the South Country Central School District, may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk in person, or by email to cflynn@southcountry. org or fax sent to 631-2862457. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on March 7, 2024. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a nonmilitary ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the District Clerk at South Country Central School District, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772.
AND FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of polls on April 2, 2024 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 2, 2024 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
Dated: January 10, 2024
East Patchogue, New York BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION
SOUTH COUNTRY
CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
Christine Flynn, District Clerk
L15755 – 2/14/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/13/2024 & 3/27/2024
AVISO DE REUNIÓN
ESPECIAL DE DISTRITO DE LA
DISTRITO ESCOLAR CENTRAL DEL PAÍS SUR CIUDAD DE BROOKHAVEN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK EN NOMBRE DE LA BIBLIOTECA DEL SUR DEL PAÍS
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una reunión especial de distrito de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca de South Country, 22 Station Rd., Bellport, Nueva York, el Martes 2 de abril de 2024, a las 9:30 a.m., hora vigente, con el propósito de votar mediante papeleta sobre los siguientes puntos:
1) Adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de la Biblioteca del Sur para el año fiscal. 2024-2025 y autorizar que la porción requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, de conformidad con la sección 259 de la Ley de Educación; y
2) Elegir tres (3) Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca para cubrir mandatos de tres años que comienzan el 16 de mayo de 2024 y finalizan el 20 de mayo de 2027.
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que a los efectos de votar en dicha reunión del martes 2 de abril de 2024, las urnas estarán abiertas entre las 9:30 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, y se llevará a cabo la votación. en la Biblioteca South Country, 22 Station Rd.,
Bellport, Nueva York; y
POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que cualquier residente del Distrito puede obtener una copia de una declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca de South Country, excluyendo los fondos públicos, durante los catorce (14 ) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha reunión, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados desde la Biblioteca ubicada en 22 Station Rd., Bellport, Nueva York durante el horario comercial habitual y desde el Distrito Escolar entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. (de lunes a viernes) en el edificio de la Administración del Distrito ubicado en 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, Nueva York.
POR EL PRESENTE SE AVISO ADEMÁS, que las peticiones que nominen candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca de South Country deben presentarse en la Biblioteca de South Country, 22 Station Rd., Bellport, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el lunes 26 de febrero de 2024; dichas peticiones deberán presentarse entre las 9:30 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m. (lunesviernes) hora predominante; cada petición debe dirigirse al Director de la Biblioteca, debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar y debe indicar la dirección de residencia de cada firmante y el nombre y residencia del candidato. Las vacantes en la Junta de la Biblioteca no se consideran cargos separados y específicos y, por lo tanto, las peticiones de nominación no describirán ninguna vacante específica en la Junta de la Biblioteca para la cual se nomina al candidato; y
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que el registro personal de los votantes es obligatorio de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación o de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora de conformidad con el artículo 2014 de la Ley de Educación y ha votado en cualquier Reunión Anual o Especial de Distrito
dentro de los últimos cuatro (4) años, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; Si un elector está registrado y tiene derecho a votar de conformidad con el artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, dicho elector también tiene derecho a votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. La inscripción se llevará a cabo con el propósito de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del Distrito de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación hasta el miércoles 27 de marzo de 2024 entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora prevaleciente en todos los días regulares. durante el cual la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito esté en funcionamiento en la Oficina del Secretario ubicada en el Edificio de Administración del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, Nueva York, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su o su nombre incluido en dicho registro, siempre que en ese momento se sepa, o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicho Secretario, que en ese momento o en adelante tiene derecho a votar en la Asamblea Especial de Distrito para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro así preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación se archivará en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en el Edificio de Administración, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, Nueva York y estará abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificado de el Distrito comenzando cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores a la fecha fijada para la reunión, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado del Viernes Santo) y el domingo 31 de marzo de 2024, y estará disponible entre las 9 :00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., horario vigente, entre semana y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con la Secretaria del Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org. Además, la lista de inscripción estará disponible en la Biblioteca de South Country el día de la votación; y
POR EL PRESENTE SE AVISO ADEMÁS, que
las solicitudes de voto en ausencia se podrán obtener en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (Oficinas Administrativas, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, Nueva York) entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., horario vigente, durante todos los días en que el Distrito Escolar esté en sesión. El Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes completas no antes del 4 de marzo de 2024 y antes del 26 de marzo de 2024, si la boleta se enviará por correo al votante. Si la boleta se entrega personalmente al votante en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, el Secretario del Distrito debe recibir la solicitud completa a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el lunes 1 de abril de 2024. No se escrutará ninguna boleta de votante ausente a menos que haya sido recibida en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el día de la votación/elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les han emitido boletas de voto en ausencia estará disponible en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 2 de abril de 2024, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado del Viernes Santo) y el domingo 31 de marzo de 2024; y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con la Secretaria de Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org.
POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes para boletas anticipadas por correo se podrán obtener en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (Oficinas Administrativas, 189 Dunton Avenue., East Patchogue, Nueva York) entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora predominante, durante todos los días en que el Distrito Escolar esté en sesión. El Secretario del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes completas no antes del 4 de marzo de 2024 y antes del 26 de marzo de 2024, si la boleta de votación anticipada por correo se enviará por correo al votante. Si la boleta anticipada por correo debe entregarse personalmente al votante en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, el
Secretario del Distrito debe recibir la solicitud completa a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. el lunes 1 de abril de 2024. No se escrutará ninguna boleta de votante anticipado por correo a menos que haya sido recibida en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el día de la votación/elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les han emitido boletas anticipadas por correo estarán disponibles en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito Escolar entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. a partir del 28 de marzo de 2023, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora predominante, cada día anterior al día fijado para la elección anual, excepto el viernes 29 de marzo de 2024 (feriado de Viernes Santo) y domingo 31 de marzo de 2024; y el sábado 30 de marzo de 2024, mediante cita previa comunicándose con la Secretaria de Distrito al (631) 730-1542 o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org. No se puede impugnar una boleta de voto ausente basándose en que el votante debería haber solicitado una boleta de voto anticipado por correo.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que los votantes militares que no están actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country solicitando y devolviendo una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org o fax enviado al 631-286-2457. La solicitud de solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario de Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 7 de marzo de 2024.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, pueden solicitar una solicitud para una boleta militar al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a cflynn@ southcountry.org o por fax
enviado a 631-286-2457. Para que a un votante militar se le emita una boleta militar, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta militar válida en la oficina del Secretario de Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 7 de marzo de 2024. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas de acuerdo con la lo anterior será procesada de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar bajo la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir la boleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud de boleta militar original de un votante militar y la boleta militar deben devolverse por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del Distrito en el Distrito Escolar Central de South Country, 189 Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772.
Y POR EL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS, que las boletas militares se escrutarán si las recibe el Secretario de Distrito (1) antes del cierre de las urnas el 2 de abril de 2024 y que muestren una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero. , o mostrando un endoso de recepción fechado por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 2 de abril de 2024 y firmado y fechado por el elector militar y un testigo del mismo, con fecha que se determina no posterior al día anterior a la elección.
Fecha: 10 de enero de 2024 East Patchogue, Nueva York
POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN DISTRITO ESCOLAR CENTRAL DE SOUTH COUNTRY, CIUDAD DE BROOKHAVEN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
Christine Flynn, Secretario de distrito
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF
SUFFOLK
WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB. NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB2, V. DENNIS J. PLUTH, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated June 12, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB. NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB2 is the Plaintiff and DENNIS J. PLUTH, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE HILL, FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738, on March 21, 2024 at 10:00AM, premises known as 8 WEST END AVENUE, SHIRLEY, NY 11967: District 0200, Section 821.00, Block 01.00, Lot 008.000:
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE LYING AND BEING AT SOUTH HAVENS, TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 601086/2020. Louis C. England, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF
IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
L15763 – 2/21/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/6/2024, & 3/13/2024
ANNUAL BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION 2024 MASTICS MORICHES SHIRLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
The Board of Trustees of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York HEREBY
GIVES NOTICE that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the William Floyd Union Free School District, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, Suffolk County, New York on the 2nd day of April, 2024, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. prevailing time, for the purpose of voting upon a proposition adopting the annual budget for the support and maintenance of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library for the fiscal year 20242025 and authorizing the appropriation of the amount necessary to be raised by a levy of a tax upon the taxable property within the William Floyd Union Free School District, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER
GIVEN of the election of two(2) Trustees of the Board of Trustees of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library at such Special District Meeting; the term of such office to run as follows: one candidate to be elected to a full term for the period of July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2029; the incumbent being Joseph Maiorana; and one candidate to be elected to a remaining term of April 2, 2024 to June 30, 2025, the incumbent being Joseph Ricciardi.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that candidates for the office of Trustee of the
Board of Trustees of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library shall be nominated by petition, which petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library and shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District; shall state the name and residence of the candidate and shall state the residence of each signer. Said petition shall be filed with the Clerk of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, Business Office, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, Suffolk County, New York Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 A.M. and 4 P.M., prevailing time, but not later than 5 P.M., Monday, March 4, 2024; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER
GIVEN that the Board of Registration will meet at the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, Suffolk County, New York, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York in said School District on the 26th day of March, 2024, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. prevailing time, at which time the Board of Registration shall prepare the register of the School District, and any person shall be entitled to have his/ her name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration she/he is known or proved to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the Meeting for which such register is prepared; that the register prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, shall be filed in the office of the Clerk of the District at the District Administration Office, 240 Mastic Road, Mastic Beach in said William Floyd Union Free School District; and that the said register shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on each of the five (5) days prior to and the day set for the Meeting (except Saturday and Sunday) from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., prevailing time; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER
GIVEN that a copy of the
statement of the amount of money which will be required for the year 20242025 for Library purposes, may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding such Special District Meeting and on the day of such Special Meeting, except Sundays or holidays, at the Mastics Moriches
Shirley Community Library Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk New York, in said District, during the hours in which the Library is regularly open for business; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER
GIVEN that pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018 of the Education Law, voting will be permitted by way of early voting and absentee balloting. Except for those persons whose registration record has been marked permanently disabled by the Board of Elections, pursuant to the provisions of the Election Law, applications for early voter and absentee ballots must be received by the Mastics Moriches
Shirley Community Library, in person at the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library
Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Rd, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, New York or by mail c/o Business Office, Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, New York at least seven (7) days before the election by end of business closing 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election by end of business closing 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time), if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the office of the Library Director of the Mastics Moriches
Shirley Community Library on each of the five days prior to April 2, 2024, except Saturdays and Sundays. In order to be canvassed, early mail and absentee ballots must be received by the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, not later than 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on April 2,
2024; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER
GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the William Floyd School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk by mail c/o Business Office, Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, New York; or by email to kbertos@ communitylibrary.org. In such request, the military voter shall indicate his/her preference for receiving the application via mail, or email. A military voter must return the original military ballot application to the District Clerk by mail c/o Business Office, Mastics Moriches
Shirley Community Library, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, New York. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 8, 2024. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a nonmilitary ballot application under section 218-b of the Education Law. The application for a military ballot should include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by email or mail; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by MAIL to the Office of the Library Clerk c/o Business Office, Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley NY 11967. Military library ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the library election clerk (1) before the close of polls on election day and showing a cancellation mark of the US Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement by receipt of another agency of the U.S. government, or (2) not later than 5:00 p.m. on election day and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER HEREBY GIVEN that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reason of permanent illness or physical disability and whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections pursuant to the provisions of the Election Law shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot pursuant to the provisions of the Election Law without making separate application for such absentee ballot; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN to all persons who shall have been previously registered for annual or special school district meetings and who have voted at any such annual or special meeting held or conducted any time within the four (4) calendar years prior to April 2, 2024 shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting. In addition, all those who have registered to vote with the Board of Elections of Suffolk County pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting notwithstanding their failure to have previously registered with the School District.
Dated: February 3, 2024 Shirley, New York
By order of the Board of Trustees of the Mastics Moriches Shirley Community Library, Shirley, New York
L15767 – 2/14/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/13/2024 & 3/27/2024
VOTACIÓN Y ELECCIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO ANUAL 2024 BIBLIOTECA COMUNITARIA MASTICS MORICHES SHIRLEY CIUDAD DE BROOKHAVEN, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
POR LA PRESENTE, la junta directiva de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley, en la ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, INFORMA de que se organizará una reunión especial del distrito con
los votantes calificados del distrito escolar William Floyd Union Free, de la ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York. Esta reunión se hará en la Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, sucursal de Mastic Beach, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, el día 2 de abril de 2024, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 9:00 p. m., hora central, para votar una propuesta de presupuesto anual que apoya y mantiene la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley para el año fiscal 2024-2025 y autoriza la asignación de la cantidad necesaria para ser recaudada mediante un impuesto sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos dentro del distrito escolar William Floyd Union Free, de la ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York; y
ADEMÁS, SE DA AVISO de la elección de dos (2) fideicomisarios de la junta directiva de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley en dicha reunión especial del distrito; el mandato de dicho cargo será el siguiente: un candidato será elegido para un mandato completo para el período del 1 de julio de 2024 al 30 de junio de 2029; el titular es Joseph Maiorana; y un candidato será elegido para el siguiente mandato del 2 de abril de 2024 al 30 de junio de 2025, siendo el titular Joseph Ricciardi.
ADEMÁS, SE INFORMA de que los candidatos para el cargo de fideicomisario de la junta directiva de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley serán nominados mediante petición, y esta se dirigirá al secretario de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley y estará firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del distrito; deberá indicar el nombre y residencia del candidato y deberá indicar la residencia de cada firmante. Dicha petición se presentará ante la Secretaria de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley, Oficina Comercial, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, de lunes a viernes, entre las 9 a. m. y
las 4 p. m, hora central, pero no más tarde de las 5 p. m., el lunes 4 de marzo de 2024; y
de que la junta de registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en la ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk y estado de Nueva York en dicho distrito escolar el día 26 de marzo de 2024, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 9:00 p. m. del día, cuando la junta preparará el registro del distrito escolar, y cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho registro, siempre que en la reunión se conozca o se demuestre a satisfacción de la junta de registro que la persona tiene derecho a votar en la Asamblea para la que se prepara dicho registro; que el registro preparado según la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, se archivará en la oficina del secretario del distrito en la Oficina de Administración del Distrito, 240 Mastic Road, Mastic Beach en el distrito escolar William Floyd Union Free; y que este registro estará abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del distrito en cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores y el día fijado para la asamblea (excepto sábado y domingo) de 9:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m., hora central; y
ADEMÁS, SE INFORMA de que cualquier residente del distrito puede obtener una copia de la declaración de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año 2024-2025 para la Biblioteca durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a la reunión especial del distrito y el día de dicha reunión especial, excepto domingos o días festivos, en la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley, sucursal de Mastic Beach, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach, en la ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en dicho distrito, durante el horario de atención al público de la Biblioteca; y
ADEMÁS, SE DA AVISO de que según las disposiciones de la Sección 2018 de la Ley de Educación, se permitirá la votación mediante votación anticipada y votación
en ausencia. Excepto para las personas cuyo registro haya sido marcado como permanentemente inhabilitado por la junta electoral, según las disposiciones de la Ley Electoral, las solicitudes de voto anticipado y voto ausente deben ser recibidas por la Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, personalmente en la Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, sucursal de Mastic Beach, 369 Neighborhood Rd, ciudad de Brookhaven, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York o por correo a la atención de la Oficina Comercial, Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, Nueva York al menos siete (7) días antes de las elecciones al final del cierre comercial a las 5:00 p. m. (hora central) si la boleta se enviará por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección al final del cierre comercial a las 5:00 p. m. (hora central), si la boleta debe ser entregada personalmente al votante. Una lista de todas
las personas a quienes se les emitieron boletas de voto ausente estará disponible en la oficina del director de la Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 2 de abril de 2024, excepto los sábados y domingos. Para poder ser escrutados, las boletas por correo anticipado y en ausencia deben recibirse en la Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. (hora central) del 2 de abril de 2024; y
ADEMÁS, SE DA AVISO
de que los votantes que sean militares y que estén calificados para votar en el distrito escolar William Floyd pueden solicitar una boleta para militares al secretario del distrito por correo a la Oficina Comercial, Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, Nueva York, o por email a kbertos@ communitylibrary.org. En dicha solicitud, el votante militar deberá indicar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud por correo postal o email. Un votante militar debe devolver la solicitud de boleta original al secretario del distrito
por correo a la dirección de la Oficina Comercial, Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, Nueva York. Para que a un votante militar se le emita una boleta para militares, se debe recibir una solicitud de boleta militar válida en la oficina del secretario a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del viernes 8 de marzo de 2024. Las solicitudes de boleta para militares recibidas según lo mencionado arriba se procesarán de la misma manera que una solicitud de boleta no militar según la sección 218-b de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de una boleta para militares debe incluir la preferencia del votante militar de recibir la boleta militar por email o correo postal; y
ADEMÁS, SE INFORMA de que la boleta original de un votante militar debe devolverse por CORREO a la Oficina del secretario de la Biblioteca a la atención de la Oficina Comercial, Biblioteca Comunitaria
Mastics Moriches Shirley, 407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley NY 11967. Las boletas para militares de la biblioteca se escrutarán si las recibe el secretario electoral de la biblioteca (1) antes del cierre de las urnas el día de las elecciones y si tienen una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los EE. UU. o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o si tienen un acuse de recibo con fecha incluida de otra agencia del gobierno de los EE. UU., o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del día de las elecciones y firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo, con una fecha que se determine que no será posterior al día anterior a la elección; y
ADEMÁS, SE INFORMA
POR LA PRESENTE de que un votante calificado cuya capacidad para presentarse personalmente en el lugar de votación está sustancialmente impedida por razón de enfermedad permanente o discapacidad física y cuyo registro se marcó como “permanentemente discapacitado” por la junta electoral según las disposiciones de la Ley Electoral tendrá derecho a recibir una boleta de voto ausente siguiendo
las disposiciones de la Ley Electoral sin presentar una solicitud por separado para dicha boleta; y
ADEMÁS, SE AVISO a todas las personas que hayan estado previamente registradas para las reuniones anuales o especiales del distrito escolar y que hayan votado en cualquiera de dichas reuniones anuales o especiales celebradas u organizadas en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años calendario anteriores al 2 de abril de 2024, que tendrán derecho a votar en esta asamblea especial del distrito. Además, todos aquellos que se hayan registrado para votar en la junta electoral del condado de Suffolk según el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral tendrán derecho a votar en esta reunión especial del distrito a pesar de no haberse registrado previamente en el distrito escolar.
Fecha: 3 de febrero de 2024 Shirley, Nueva York
Por orden de la junta de fideicomisos de la Biblioteca Comunitaria Mastics Moriches Shirley, Shirley, Nueva York
L15768 – 2/14/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/13/2024 & 3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, Against
YEN LOPEZ A/K/A YEN
R. LOPEZ A/K/A YEN S. LOPEZ A/K/A YENNIFER
LOPEZ A/K/A YENNIFER
R. LOPEZ A/K/A YENNIFER S. LOPEZ, et al.
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/12/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, on 4/2/2024 at 10:00AM, premises known as 42 Sterling Ave, Patchogue, New York 11772,
And Described As Follows:
ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town Of Brookhaven, County Of Suffolk, State Of New York.
District 0200 Section 951.00
Block 06.00 Lot 005.000
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $713,931.57 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 624041/2018
Daniel James Murphy, Esq., Referee.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 1/9/2024 File
Number: 272-0299ny CA
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REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK JPMORGAN CHASE BANK
N.A., Plaintiff - against - ERIKA RIVERA, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on January 5, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on the 26th day of March, 2024 at 10:30 AM. All that certain parcel or tract of land lying and being in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York.
Premises known as 5 Curtis Court, Mastic, New York 11950.
(District: 0200, Section: 822.00, Block: 05.00, Lot: 017.001)
Approximate amount of lien $360,527.69 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 070840/2014.
Annette Eaderesto, Esq., Referee.
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840
New York, NY 10170
Tel. 347/286-7409
Dated: January 22, 2024
During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.
L15770 - 2/21/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/6/2024 & 3/13/2024
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, V.
ANTHONY CATANZARO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA M. CATANZARO, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated July 20, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT
SERIES I TRUST is the Plaintiff and ANTHONY CATANZARO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNA M. CATANZARO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE HILL, FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738, on March 25, 2024 at 3:30PM, premises known as 102 PEPPERIDGE
LAKE ROAD, EASTPORT, NY 11941: District 0200, Section 722.10, Block 01.00, Lot 002.000:
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT EASTPORT, TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 602533/2021. Peter McGreevy, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
L15773 - 2/21/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/6/2024 & 3/13/2024
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. MICHAEL GLODZIK, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DANIEL GLODZIK A/K/A DANIEL H. GLODZIK, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 8, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on March 22, 2024 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 5 Schenk Drive, Shirley, NY 11967.
All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0200, Section 936.00, Block 04.00 and Lot 034.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $195,769.93 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 613644/2022. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.
Frank Maffei, Jr., Esq., Referee
Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 211346-1
L15774 - 2/21/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/6/2024 & 3/13/2024
File No.: 2022-4567/A
SURROGATE’S COURT, SUFFOLK COUNTY. SUPPLEMENTAL CITATION
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY THE GRACE OF GOD, FREE AND INDEPENDENT
TO: Michael Palmer, if living being nephew of decedent and if dead having predeceased decedent, his issue, if any; or if dead, having survived decedent, his distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, executors, administrators, successors and assigns any other persons who might have an interest in the Estate of Michael Rocco a/k/a Michael Rocco Jr., deceased, as distributees or otherwise all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained without due diligence.
A Petition having been duly filed by ELIZABETH SCHRIENER, domiciled at 55 Portion Road, Ronkonkoma, New York, and MARY SZMALA, domiciled at 25 Fuoco Road, Bellport, New York.
YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE
BEFORE The Surrogate’s
Court Suffolk County at 320 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York, on April 9, 2024, at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of MICHAEL J. ROCCO a/k/a MICHAEL J. ROCCO, JR. lately domiciled at 21 Walnut Avenue, Patchogue, New York 11772, United States, admitting to probate a Will dated April 9, 2009, a copy of which is attached, as the Will of MICHAEL J. ROCCO a/k/a MICHAEL J. ROCCO, JR., deceased, relating to real and personal property and directing that Letters Testamentary issue to ELIZABETH SCHRIENER and MARY SZMALA.
NO IN-PERSON APPEARANCE IS REQUIRED.
If you oppose the Court granting the relief requested on this citation, you must file a verified Answer/ Objections, with the appropriate filing fee, or inform the Court in writing of your intention to file a verified Answer/Objections using New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF), except that unrepresented parties may file a verified Answer/Objections, with the appropriate filing fee, or respond indicating such intent by mail provided that the Court receives the verified Answer/Objections or response on or before the second day preceding the return date listed above. Failure to do so will result in an assumption that you do not object to the Court granting the relief in this matter and no further notice will be given to you.
Dated, Attested and Sealed, 2-8-24, HON. VINCENT J. MESSINA, JR. Surrogate. DOREEN A. QUINN, Chief Clerk
SCOTT G. KAUFMAN, ESQ., Heitner Kaufman PC 290 Broadhollow Road, Suite 220E, Melville, New York 11747, Skaufman@ heitnerkaufman.com, 516935-3600
L15780 - 2/21/2024, 2/28/2024, 3/6/2024 & 3/13/2024
Supreme Court County of
Suffolk
HomeBridge Financial Services, Inc., Plaintiff
AGAINST
Brenda Perez, et al, Defendant
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated November 13, 2017 and entered on November 29, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on April 9, 2024 at 10:30 AM premises known as 422 Gazzola Drive, East Patchogue, NY 11772. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York,
SECTION: 975.70, BLOCK: 02.00, LOT: 020.000 District 0200. Approximate amount of judgment is $283,356.34 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 025426/2011.
The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and Suffolk County Auction Plan in effect at this time.
Annette Eaderesto, Referee
FRENKEL LAMBERT
WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP
53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706
L15784 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Plaintiff
AGAINST
Rosa Mrozek; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 5, 2024 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on April 9, 2024 at 10:00AM, premises known as 168 Woodland Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951. All that
certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Mastic, in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0200 Section 977.00 Block 02.00 Lot 005.000. Approximate amount of judgment $127,910.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 622634/2021. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the Tenth Judicial District.
Elsie Acevedo, Esq., Referee
LOGS Legal Group LLP
Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff
175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792
Dated: January 26, 2024
L15793 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK FREEDOM MORTGAGE
CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST MICHAEL
KINNEY, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 18, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on April 16, 2024 at 11:00AM, premises known as 731 Blue Ridge Drive, Medford, NY 11763. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Medford, in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0200 Section 605.10 Block 01.00 Lot 731.000. Approximate amount of judgment $252,659.25 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603783/2023. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Annette Eaderesto, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive
Williamsville, NY 14221 22-004426 79688
L15794 - 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, & 4/3/2024
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLKBROOKHAVEN.
BOARD OF MANAGERS OF BLUE RIDGE
CONDOMINIUM II, Plaintiff -against- MICHAEL KINNEY, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated January 5, 2024 and entered on January 24,2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on April 5, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Medford, in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as Unit No. 731 in the condominium known as "Map of Blue Ridge Condominium" together with a .2273% as tenants in common elements. District: 0200 Section: 605.10 Block: 01.00 Lot: 731
Said premises known as 731 DARYL DRIVE, MEDFORD, NY 11763
Approximate amount of lien $17,589.74 plus interest & costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.
Index Number 610214/2022.
IAN SACK, ESQ., Referee McGiff Halverson Dooley Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 276 Fifth Avenue, Suite 704, New York, NY 10001
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L15798 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
STATE OF NEW YORK
SUPREME COURT:
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. HARRY HARTINGER, ET AL, Defendants.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
THAT
In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the
County Clerk of Suffolk County on December 18, 2023, I, Annette Eaderesto, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on April 04, 2024 at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, at 10:30AM the premises described as follows:
286 Wavecrest Drive Mastic Beach, NY 119511419
SBL: 969.00-14.00-001.004
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Village of Mastic Beach, Township of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York.
The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 206224/2022 in the amount of $156,520.25 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP
Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072
L15799 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v.
RALPH COLE A/K/A
RALPH COLE, JR., A/K/A RALPH COLES, ET AL, Defendants.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT
In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on October 18, 2022, I, Scott B. Augustine, Esq., Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on April 05, 2024
at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, at 10:30AM the premises described as follows:
112 Hounslow Road
Shirley a/k/a Brookhaven TWP, NY 11967
Tax Map/Parcel ID No.:
District: 0200 Section: 937.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 015.000 Item: 48-03540
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND
situate in the Township of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York
The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 623978/2018 in the amount of $192,737.69 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP
Attorneys for Plaintiff
500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072
L15800 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
Notice of formation of SILVER DOGS LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on DECEMBER
5, 2023. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to JENIELLE SCHWARZ, 410 EAST MAIN STREET, EAST MORICHES, NY 11940. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
L15801 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, 4/3/2024&4/10/2023
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
DEUTSCHE BANK
NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR
MORTGAGE FUNDING
TRUST, SERIES 2007-2, Plaintiff, Against
DAVIDT. MITCHELL, et al.
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/26/2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, on 4/12/2024 at 10:00AM, premises known as 43 Tree Road, Centereach, New York 11720, And Described As Follows:
ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town Of Brookhaven, County Of Suffolk, And State Of New York.
District 0200 Section 469.00
Block 01.00 Lot 026.000
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $303,464.33 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 602786/2015
Terence M. Quinn, Esq., Referee.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 1/18/2024 File Number: 560-2261 CA
L15803 - 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, & 4/3/2024
STATE OF NEW YORK
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
______ MIDFIRST BANK
Plaintiff, vs. Any unknown heirs to the Estate of JOSEPH DICECCO a/k/a JOSEPH
MICHAEL DICECCO, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees,
assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; JOSEPH DICECCO; VINCENT DICECCO; REGINA DICECCO; DOUGLAS DICECCO; JOHN DICECCO; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; and “JOHN DOE” and “MARY DOE,” (Said names being fictitious, it being the intention of plaintiff to designate any and all occupants, tenants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein.) Defendants. _____
Filed: 11/30/2023 Index No.: 629538/2023 SUMMONS
Mortgaged Premises: 45 Gaymore Road Port Jefferson Station, (Town of Brookhaven) NY 11776
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on Plaintiff's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF
SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of February 5, 2008, executed by Joseph DiCecco to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Lend America to secure the sum of $307,570.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office
of the Clerk of Suffolk County on February 20, 2008 in Liber: M00021671
Page: 921. That Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lend America duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association by Assignment dated March 29, 2018 and recorded on April 24, 2018 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Liber: M00022919 Page: 972. That JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to MidFirst Bank, a Federally Chartered Savings Association by Assignment dated May 15, 2018 and recorded on May 30, 2018 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Liber: M00022930 Page: 514. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. District: 0200 Section: 160.00 Block:
07.00 Lot: 012.000
DATED: November 29, 2023 Rochester, New York
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the Mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your Mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SCHEDULE A LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as Lot 100 on “Map of Northshore Village, Section 3” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on 07/05/1961 as Map No. 3373, said lot being more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the easterly side of Gaymore Road where the same is intersected by the southerly end of a curve which curve connects the easterly side of Gaymore Road with the southeasterly side of Clifton Place; RUNNING THENCE from said point or place of beginning South 795 degrees, 59 minutes, 00 seconds East 120.59 feet; THENCE South 702 degrees, 0 minutes, 0 seconds West 73.00 feet; THENCE North 82 degrees 31 minutes 00 seconds West 120.00 feet to the easterly side of Gaymore Road and; THENCE along the easterly side of Gaymore Road the following 2 courses and distances: 1. North 702 degrees, 0 minutes, 0 seconds East 57.84 feet; 2. Northerly along the arc to a curve bearing to the left having a radius of 450 feet a distance of 20.50 feet to the point or place of beginning.
L15805 - 3/6/24, 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024,&3/27/2024
Supreme Court County of Suffolk
ARC Home LLC f/k/a WEI Mortgage LLC, Plaintiff
AGAINST
Adam F. Tuzza a/k/a
Adam Tuzza a/k/a Adam Francis Tuzza, Olga Tuzza a/k/a Olga A. Tuzza, et al, Defendant
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated December 26, 2023 and entered on January 18, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on April 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM premises known as 80 Woodacres Road, East
Patchogue, NY 11772. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York,
SECTION: 983.00, BLOCK:
01.00, LOT: 025.000, District 0200. Approximate amount of judgment is $552,973.37 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 203102/2022.
The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and Suffolk County Auction Plan in effect at this time.
For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.
Erin McTiernan, Referee
FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP
53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706
L15807 – 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, & 4/3/2024
SUPREME COURT -
COUNTY OF SUFFOLKBROOKHAVEN
BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff -againstMARK DEGASPERI, LISA DEGASPERI AKA
LISA S. DEGASPERI, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated March 14, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, located at 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on April 17, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, as shown on a certain map entitled, "Map of Swan Lake Hills, Section 2" and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on September 14, 1960 as Map No. 3239, known and designated as Lot No. 3. District 0200 Section 895.00 Block 05.00 Lot 051.000 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not
comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.
Said premises known as 35 CIRCLE DRIVE a/k/a 35 CIRCLE DRIVE EAST, PATCHOGUE, NY 11772
Approximate amount of lien $233,181.46 plus interest & costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.
If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.
The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.
Index Number 624444/2017.
PAUL R. FEUER, ESQ.,
Referee
David A. Gallo & Associates
LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030
File# 8150.950
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L15809 - 3/13/2024, 3/20/2024, 3/27/2024, & 4/3/2024
NOTICE TO PROPOSERS
Proposals will be received by Town of Brookhaven, Purchasing Division, One Independence Hill, 3rd Floor, Farmingville, NY, 11738 for:
(RFP) 24-04
The Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Department of Planning, Environmental and Land Management is soliciting proposals from qualified Proposers to remove invasive plants, obtain permits, install wildlife tunnels, and develop management plans to restore the coastal forest at Cedar Beach, Mt. Sinai, NY 11766.
Proposal Due Date: April 11, 2024, 2024 by 4:30 PM
The RFP specifications are available March 14, 2024, and may be obtained on:
• Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click RFP link.
• Follow directions to register and download document.
• Questions must be submitted in writing by e-mail to: PurchasingGroup@ brookhavenny.gov
The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject and declare invalid any or all proposals and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, all in the best interests of the Town. The Town of Brookhaven welcomes and encourages minorities and
women-owned businesses and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate.
For additional information call (631) 451-6252
LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE REJECTED
L15810–3/13/2024
TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY
Proposals will be received by Town of Brookhaven, Purchasing Division, One Independence Hill, 3rd Floor, Farmingville, NY, 11738 for:
Request for Proposals (RFP) 24-06
The Division of Purchasing is Seeking Qualified Proposals to Operate and Maintain a Kayak / Canoe / Stand-up Paddle Board Rental Operation and Instruction Facility / Education Center at the Town of Brookhaven’s Property Located at 2979 Montauk Highway in the Hamlet of Brookhaven
Proposal Due Date: April 11, 2024, 2024 by 4:30 PM
The RFP specifications are available March 14, 2024, and may be obtained on:
• Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click RFP link.
• Follow directions to register and download document.
• Questions must be submitted in writing by e-mail to: PurchasingGroup@ brookhavenny.gov
There will be a nonmandatory pre-bid site visit on March 20, 2024 at 2979 Montauk Highway, Brookhaven, NY from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. All interested parties must register to attend by sending an e-mail to: PurchasingGroup@ BrookhavenNY.gov
The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject and declare invalid any or all proposals and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, all in the best interests of the Town. The Town of Brookhaven welcomes and encourages minorities and women-owned businesses and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate.
For additional information call (631) 451-6252
LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE REJECTED
L15811–3/13/2024
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed Bids will be received, publicly opened and read aloud at 11:00 a.m. in the Town Hall Lobby of the Town of Brookhaven, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, for the following item(s) on the dates indicated:
Bid #24032 – Mobile
Concession – West Meadow Beach (Rebid)---March 20, 2024
Bid #24033 – Mobile Concession – Sandspit Marina (Rebid)---March 20, 2024
Bid #24034 – Mobile
Concession – Waltess Estate Park (Rebid)---March 20, 2024
Bid #24035 – Mobile
Concession – Artist Lake (Rebid)---March 20, 2024
Specifications for the abovereferenced bids will be available beginning March 14, 2024.
Preferred Method
• Access website: Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click on link for Bids.
• Follow directions to register and download document.
• Questions must be submitted in writing to the following e-mail: PurchasingGroup@ brookhavenny.gov
The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject and declare invalid any or all bids and to waive any
informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, all in the best interests of the Town. The Town of Brookhaven welcomes and encourages minorities and women-owned businesses and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate in the bidding process.
Further information can be obtained by calling (631) 451-6252
Kathleen C. Koppenhoefer Deputy Commissioner TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN
L15812–3/13/2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
The following Self Storage unit contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by StorQuest Self Storage 393 Smith Road, Shirley, NY 11967 (631)-729-6945 to satisfy a lien on 3/26/2024 at approx. 12:00am at www. storagetreasures.com
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132 Stathis Coulouris
143 Alex Triani
301 Marcel Seymore
308
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339 Christopher Frick
445 Jeffrey Katz
492 Soloman Brown
557 Anthony Sala
578 Keilen Woods
601 WMJ & Sons Inc
L15813–3/13/2024
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