The South Shore Press 12/13/23

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December 13, 2023

PANICO ANNOUNCES LAND ACQUISITION

COUNCILMAN DAN PANICO ANNOUNCES BROOKHAVEN TOWN HAS SECURED FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 33-ACRE PARCEL IN MANORVILLE.

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Suffolk Cyber Disruptions Continue get online to complete their operating run," Kennedy said, noting that even a few hours of disruption puts his staff in a tight spot. "Missing a few hours puts us behind the eight ball; missing a half day and we're in trouble." Kennedy, an elected official responsible to the voters for the operations of his office, expressed concern over a recent bill by outgoing county Executive

Steve Bellone that would consolidate cybersecurity authority into the Department of Information Technology.

The measure was tabled by the legislators, saying they want to wait for the special committee's recommendations, expected to come out after Bellone leaves office.

The report is expected to pinpoint how the hackers

gained access to the county system and what measures need to be implemented to protect Suffolk in the future.

The assessment may settle the controversy over assertions by the Bellone administration that the cyberthieves came in through the county clerk's office, while staffers there blame Bellone's IT department for the breach.

Dignity Photo Exhibit at Suffolk Jail

By Robert Chartuk More than a year after Suffolk suffered a ransomware attack that crippled its computer system, cyber issues continue to plague the county.

Everything from a rodent chewing through a fiber optic cable to a 911 system shutdown attributed to a vendor has put Suffolk's IT problems at the top of incoming County Executive Edward Romaine's To-Do list.

"The county Internet and phones failed again today," Romaine reported on Friday.

"They blamed it on an upgrade, but there was no notice of such. It's just another failure. The county and its IT Department are a mess; there’s a lot to clean up.”

Earlier in the week, Romaine sent a letter to Suffolk's chief information security officer asking for an audit of the county's computer operations. "I want to get us on the path to obtain cybersecurity insurance and assess the feasibility of putting operations in the Cloud as we did in Brookhaven," said Romaine, who will leave his position as town

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supervisor January 1 to take on his role as the county's top administrator. He has asked a special legislative committee investigating the September 2022 cyberattack to also look into the recent disruptions.

It was another bad week for county operations as the emergency 911 system went down for a few hours in an incident county officials blamed on failed Verizon equipment. A day before, an animal gnawed into an aboveground cable, shutting down the county's website and some of its services.

According to the legislature's presiding officer, Kevin McCaffrey, the fiber optic line had been severed in Hauppauge. "I know it's hard to believe, but that's what I'm being told," McCaffrey said. "It has since been repaired, and our website and all the other services that were affected due to that outage have been restored."

Comptroller John Kennedy said his staff had to scramble to keep his office going during the outage. "Our cash management team had to use a mobile hotspot to

By Robert Chartuk A primary consideration of Suffolk Sheriff Errol Toulon is the rehabilitation of convicts under his watch and their ability to reenter the workforce after they pay their debt to society. To provide inmates with a marketable skill and boost their selfworth, the Sheriff has partnered with professional photographer Saskia Keeley, herself a formerly incarcerated individual, to conduct a "Dignity Photo Program," the subject of a recent exhibit at the Yaphank Correctional Facility.

"The four-week photography class was designed for incarcerated individuals to discover dignity through learning photography skills and ultimately developing a self-portrait," Sheriff Toulon said in showing off the unique portraits. "Their final pieces, as well as their words on what they learned during the exercise, will be displayed in the visiting lobby throughout the month of December," he noted, adding that anyone visiting loved ones at the correctional facility will be able to view the portraits during the holiday season.

A collage created by participants in the Sheriff’s Dignity Photo Program.

"More than technical skills, this class provided a sense of purpose and self-worth. It reminded me that I am capable of creating beauty even in challenging circumstances.

It allowed me to tell my own story and, in doing so, regain a sense of dignity and identity," said one of the exhibitors, Randy Z. "The program doesn't just teach photography; it restores dignity and empowers individuals who often feel forgotten."

"Dignity–State or quality of being worthy of honor or respect," wrote Jessica, another participant. "I was born with dignity, yet I felt it being stripped away. Now I want it back. I now feel strong enough

to deserve my dignity. Now I want, and I am, in dignity again."

"Youth, women, and men can be silenced by circumstance and society," Keeley said.

"Through exercises, supportive conversations, and the lens of the camera, we are better able to see others, as well as ourselves."

The Sheriff Department has a long history of service to community safety and crime prevention dating back to 1664, Toulon pointed out. "We have greatly expanded our commitment to incarcerated rehabilitation as a primary goal while vigorously pursuing those who commit crimes."

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Brookhaven Town's Acquisition of 33 Acres in Manorville: Expanding Green Space

By Raheem Soto Brookhaven Town is making strides in environmental conservation with its plan to acquire a 33-acre parcel in Manorville, currently owned by the Tyler J. Histand Family Trust. This initiative aligns with the town's commitment to expanding public green spaces, offering walking and biking opportunities.

The town is set to purchase the tract for $668,580, and the Histand Family Trust has accepted the offer.

Complementing this effort, Brookhaven secured a $300,000 state Community Forest Conservation grant, as the state Department of Environmental Conservation announced.

Nestled within the 6,000acre Manorville Hills County Park, this property becomes a valuable addition to the publicly accessible areas within the Long Island Central Pine Barrens, promoting outdoor activities and enhancing the overall recreational landscape.

The Long Island Cental Pine Barrens Society lends its support to Brookhaven's purchase, recognizing it as a crucial step toward expanding open spaces and adding approximately 4,000 acres to the existing 106,000-acre pine barrens.

Councilman Dan Panico and Pine Barrens Society officials emphasize the property's diverse ecosystem, underlining its role in preserving the area's natural balance. The undeveloped land is expected to safeguard about 18.8 million gallons of drinking water annually.

This acquisition seamlessly aligns with Brookhaven's broader conservation strategy, contributing to protecting natural resources. Notably, the property falls within the core preservation area, covering 57,817 acres, where development is strictly prohibited. The remaining 48,665 acres, designated as compatible growth areas, allow limited development

Photo Credit: Luke Ormand | Town of Brookhaven

Pictured here is the property off Hot Water Street in Manorville. It is L-shaped and is in part surrounded by the Manorville Hills County Park.

under stringent rules.

A key aspect of this conservation effort is the Pine Barrens Protection Act, a landmark legislation enacted in 1993 by New York. The act aims to safeguard the unique and delicate ecosystems within the pine barrens by restricting or banning development activities. This

legal framework ensures the preservation of critical habitats, preventing ecological degradation and maintaining the region's ecological balance.

The $300,000 state grant for the Manorville purchase is part of broader efforts to support land acquisitions.

DEC announced four grants totaling $1,035,340, with

three additional grants allocated for land purchases in upstate regions. Brookhaven's proactive approach to environmental stewardship marks a significant development, enhancing the local community's connection with nature and fostering the myriad benefits of expanded green spaces.

Counties Continue Aquifer Protection Commission

By Robert Chartuk A bi-county commission that coordinates a regional approach to groundwater management has been reauthorized by the Nassau and Suffolk legislatures for another five years. Their unanimous votes will enable the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection (LICAP) to continue its groundbreaking work as the sole island-wide organization dedicated to drinking water quality and quantity.

The commission was established in 2013 to provide a regional perspective on the preservation and protection of Long Island’s aquifer.

The membership consists of water providers, regulators, elected officials, and environmental advocates. Since its creation, LICAP has made major strides in fostering intercounty cooperation to safeguard the island’s sole source of fresh water.

“LICAP has been tremendously successful in fulfilling its goals, and we are going to be just as ambitious in this next term,” said LICAP Chairman Jason Belle. “It is invigorating to see experts and advocates from across Long Island come together for the shared goal of protecting our aquifer.”

"We, in the Suffolk County

advanced monitoring techniques for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), nitrogen, and pharmaceuticals. Furthermore, LICAP's strategic partnership with the Long Island Nitrogen Action Plan (LINAP) has advanced both organizations' mutual goal of addressing the critical issue of nitrogen pollution. LICAP also expanded the scope of the historic, GIS-based water quality mapping and database known as WaterTraq to include drinking water quality/ test results information from all Long Island’s providers, including both treated and raw water results.

Legislature, are happy to do our part, along with our friends in Nassau County, to fully fund and reauthorize LICAP,” said Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey. “This bi-county organization is crucial to the preservation and protection of our sole source aquifer that provides 100% of our drinking water to Long Islanders. LICAP's work provides all of us with vital information to better manage L.I.'s groundwater now and into the future."

“We are pleased to once again be partnering with Suffolk County to reauthorize the Long Island Commission for Aquifer Protection and display our joint commitment to protecting Long Island’s sole source aquifer,” said Nassau County Presiding Officer Richard Nicolello.

Suffolk County Water Authority Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Szabo was the principal architect for the creation of LICAP in 2013 and currently serves as its vice chairman. He praised the move by the legislatures, stating, “On behalf of the LICAP membership, I want to thank Presiding Officers McCaffrey and Nicolello for their passionate support for LICAP’s reauthorization. The aquifer doesn’t follow county lines, so we need to think regionally on issues of water quality and quantity.

For a decade, LICAP has been the vehicle for that effort, and I believe it will continue to make major contributions.”

The commission was reauthorized in 2018. Since that time, the group has issued major reports to inform policymakers and the public of the critical issues facing the aquifer. In 2019, LICAP adopted the Groundwater Resources Management Plan (GRMP), which serves as a comprehensive blueprint for municipalities to effectively manage Long Island’s aquifer.

With over 100 recommendations outlined in the GRMP, LICAP achieved swift success by implementing numerous key objectives, including 13 of the top

20 recommendations.

Featured within the GRMP is the first-ever assessment of private wells on Long Island.

This comprehensive analysis gave health regulators and drinking water providers insights into the number and location of homes that are still using private wells for drinking water. These wells are vulnerable to contamination from harmful chemical compounds and are a public health risk.

LICAP continues to develop partnerships with organizations to leverage its resources for greater success. A partnership with the United States Geological Survey (USGS) established the sentinel monitoring program to develop

In the next five years, LICAP intends to complete a 2040 Water Resources and Infrastructure Plan. The plan will examine the future of drinking water on Long Island and the policy structure needed to support long-term success. In addition, LICAP will continue to issue its annual State of the Aquifer report. Finally, LICAP is contracted with Cornell Cooperative Extension to analyze aerial photography to search for potential problem areas for groundwater contamination.

Data provided by the project can help drinking water providers cite public supply wells and health regulators find areas of concern around the island. That project is expected to be completed in 2024.

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Maurice Wertheim, Shirley WildLife Refuge Benefactor

By Robert Chartuk He was a Harvard graduate who began his career at his father's cigar manufacturing company and worked his way up to become a wealthy investment banker. He was an environmentalist, chess patron, art collector, and, as a philanthropist, donated 1,800 acres of pristine land that we now enjoy as the Maurice Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge in Shirley.

The refuge now protects 2,550 acres bisected by Carmans River, a New York state-designated scenic river and one of the largest on Long Island. Visitors can see practically every wildlife species native to the region, including bald eagles, which have been nesting there for the last few years. They can walk among a variety of habitats such as oak-pine woodlands, grasslands, and fresh, brackish and saltwater wetlands where waterfowl, white-tailed deer, osprey, muskrats, fox, turtles, frogs, and fish call home. An avid hunter, Wertheim acquired the land, stretching from Montauk Highway all the way to Bellport Bay, from the failed Tangiers Land Trust in 1938.

He and his wife, Cecile, gifted the preserve in 1947 to "the American people."

The benefactor was educated at the Sachs School in New York and earned a B. A from Harvard in 1906 and an M.A. in 1907. He would

inherit nearly half a million dollars from his father and in 1915, entered into a career as an investment banker in New York. He founded Wertheim & Company in 1927, developing a business in mergers and acquisitions and becoming wealthy in the process. During World War II, he served as a dollara-year man on the War Production Board in the administration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Wertheim served on a number of boards and as a trustee for various organizations. He was a trustee of the Federation of Jewish Philanthropies of New York and Mount Sinai Hospital, and owned the influential journal, The Nation. He served as president of the American Jewish Committee in 1941–1943. Wertheim was an amateur chess player and a vigorous patron of the game. He was also president of the Manhattan Chess Club, which he assisted financially, and took an avid interest in playing correspondence chess. He financed the 1941 U.S. Chess Championship match between the U.S. champion Samuel Reshevsky and international master I.A. Horowitz, won by Reshevsky. He financed America's participation in the USA vs. USSR radio chess match in 1945, covering travel, site, and broadcasting costs while also competing. Wertheim posed the idea for the 1946 chess match between the United

Maurice and Cecile Wertheim States and the Soviet Union in Moscow and persuaded the State Department that it could help thaw the Cold War. Wertheim was an active supporter of the New York Theatre Guild, where he later served as director overseeing its operations.

He amassed a notable collection of Impressionist and PostImpressionist works containing many famous masterpieces from Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas,

Édouard Manet, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Vincent van Gogh, including his priceless Self-Portrait Dedicated to Paul Gauguin. He willed his collection of French Impressionist paintings to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. Following his death in 1950, the Maurice Wertheim Memorial chess tournament was organized in his memory. In 1963, Wertheim's daughter, Barbara W. Tuchman, established the

Wertheim Study Room in the New York Public Library. She became one of America's foremost popular historians and winner of two Pulitzer Prizes for The Guns of August and Stilwell and the American Experience in China.

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PBA Brightens Holidays for 227 Kids

By Robert Chartuk It was a Winter Wonderland at the Premm-B.O.C.E.S. Learning Center in Oakdale as Santa delivered toys to 227 special needs students courtesy of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association.

St. Nick arrived in a special Emergency Services "sleigh" loaded with gifts and the officers spent the day helping make the holidays bright. “It was a fantastic day for everyone involved,” said PBA President Lou Civello, who was joined by 1st Vice President John Hnat and many officers and staff at the annual give-away.

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Holiday Parade Sets CMO Main Street Aglow

By Robert Chartuk Main Street was aglow with holiday lights as the Christmas Parade, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Moriches, made its way down Main Street on Saturday.

The winter evening was crisp and perfect for the annual spectacle, and the mood was festive. Santa appeared with a long train of marching bands, fire trucks, floats, boats, and organizations, including the scouts, sports teams, dance groups, local businesses, and the Coast Guard, with an appearance by Mr. Grinch. Viewing the procession from the Brookhaven Show Mobile in front of the Center Moriches firehouse were town Supervisor Ed Romaine and Legislator Jim Mazzarella, along with the chamber’s Miriam Gilles and fire department officials.

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Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library Board Seeks New Trustee Amid Financial Scrutiny

By Raheem Soto The Board of Trustees for the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library is filling a trustee vacancy. This move has drawn public attention for its role and the potential electoral advantage it may confer. The appointment comes as the library faces intense financial scrutiny over handling an over-budget renovation project.

Choosing to appoint a trustee directly, the Board will avoid the costs associated with a special election, estimated at $5,000, and the new trustee will serve until the April 2024 election.

While economically motivated, this strategy has prompted community concerns over the forthcoming electoral dynamics, with the appointee potentially benefiting from the visibility and influence associated with incumbency.

passed by voters in 2019.

The library has received grants, including a $200,000 state consolidation grant and a $380,250 construction grant; it has authorized hefty renovation work contracts.

This juxtaposition of obtaining funds and approving large expenditures has led to mixed reactions from the community, with some questioning whether the Board is acting in the best fiscal interests of the library and its patrons.

Despite the financial turbulence, the library has Eligible candidates are called to submit their applications by November 28, 2023. The library stipulates that applicants must be U.S. citizens, over 18, reside within the William Floyd School District, and not be current library employees. The Board's

By Chase Millwater decision to accept applications On Tuesday November 28th, is part of a broader initiative to 2023 at 19:00hrs the Selden Fire ensure the library maintains an Department Truck Company One entire governance board, mainly held a drill at the training grounds when financial decisions are on Highview Drive, in Selden. The under the microscope. drill was based upon garage fires The library's finances have with extension to the home. The situation was supposed to mimic a been a growing concern among vehicle fire in the attached garage the community. A grant writer of a home, extending to the first was recently hired for $5,000 and second floor, throughout without a formal bid process, the home. Company members raising questions about the utilized a burn box to increase the transparency of the library's volume of fire. Members pulled financial practices. Moreover, lines from Engine 5 and began to the library's renovation budget knock down the vehicle fire and has soared to $33.5 million, a then into the home to knock down significant leap from the original the remaining fire. Members also estimate of $16,351,658 and well searched the building and located a victim. The victim was pulled above the $22.7 million bond

achieved milestones with the openings of the Moriches Satellite Branch and the Mastic Beach Satellite Branch. These developments, however, are overshadowed by the cost overruns of the main library's renovation and the perception of financial mismanagement.

Library director Kerri Rosalia has portrayed the renovation as a critical investment in the community's future, emphasizing the importance of modernizing the library's facilities. However, with the project's cost overruns, the Board's ability to manage the library's budget without

imposing additional tax burdens is increasingly under scrutiny.

The community remains watchful of the potential electoral implications of the trustee appointment. The next trustee will step into a role that demands a firm grasp of fiscal responsibility and an understanding of the political nuances of their appointment.

As the library strives to balance progress with prudence, the Ma st ic s-Mor iches-Sh i rley Community Library's story continues to unfold, marked by financial challenges and the promise of growth.

Selden Fire Department Performs Drills

from the building. After searches were completed and the fire was knocked down the building was vacated. Clean up concluded the

drill, hoses were packed and the burn box was deconstructed.

Selden EMS provided rehab for members.

don't forget to lock your doors.

"We're seeing entire neighborhoods where cars are being constantly gone through," said state Trooper Jim O'Callaghan. "And even if it's something small, just change

or sunglasses, people will grab them if your car's unlocked," he warned, adding that a garage door opener is a coveted target since it can give thieves access to your house.

Porch Pirates on the Prowl

By Robert Chartuk Porch pirates are on the prowl as the holiday season brings an uptick in online shopping and the deliveries targeted by thieves.

To help keep your booty safe, the state police offers these tips: • Set up a video doorbell or security camera that's easily seen to deter criminals or help track them down if they do steal your stuff.

• Track your packages. Delivery companies offer real-time tracking and the option to receive customized alerts so you can stay on top of your holiday shipments.

Retrieve your packages as soon as they're delivered.

• Schedule shipments for when someone is home. Many companies allow consumers to schedule specific delivery timeframes.

• Enlist a neighbor or a friend.

If you're not going to be home,

have packages sent to a friend or a neighbor's house; ask a neighbor to keep an eye out.

• Use the "Ship to Store" option so you can pick up your item at a brick-and-mortar location at a time convenient for you.

• Ask your employer if you can have your packages delivered to your work address.

• If you know you're going to be away for an extended period, put a hold on automatic shipments.

Reschedule the items that you receive regularly without having to place an order.

• Require a delivery confirmation signature, especially for big ticket items.

This will make sure your items are not left unattended.

• Watch out for phishing emails and text messages impersonating delivery companies; do not give out credit card or other information. Always open a

browser and type the company's website address yourself instead of clicking on a link in an email or text message.

• While keeping gifts in your car is convenient, make sure you keep them in your trunk, and

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SERVES Program Saved

By Robert Chartuk

A funding snafu that threatened college reimbursements for Suffolk's emergency service volunteers has been resolved, with the county finding money within its current budget to make up for lost grant money.

The Suffolk Educational program for Retention in the Voluntary Emergency Service, "SERVES," helped make it possible for between 60-70 ambulance, fire, and other emergency service volunteers to continue their education.

Federal funds for the program were not forthcoming this year due to the county's failure to apply in time, county officials said, but the program will continue using monies from existing budget lines.

"I'm shocked and dismayed that this program had sunsetted. It's my understanding it happened

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Gregory Miglino, Jr. (at podium) and local officials discuss funding issue with Suffolk County’s SERVES program.

because of bureaucratic bungling," said Gregory Miglino, Jr., Chief of the Department at South Country Ambulance Company. "This is an effective program for recruiting and retaining

members in the volunteer service."

According to the county Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services, the program provides tuition

reimbursement to eligible student volunteers for their service in the county for up to 120 lifetime credit hours obtained from a New York State Education Department accredited college or university

within Nassau or Suffolk County.

Reimbursements occur on a sliding scale based on grades with 100% coverage if a student achieves an A for their course work, 75% for a B, or 50% for a C. Grade Point Averages of below 2.99 are not eligible.

"Education reimbursement is a powerful tool in helping us staff our volunteer force," said Joseph DeStefano, a commissioner with the Medford Fire Department.

"It's quite a commitment to serve in a fire department or ambulance company, and the least we can do is help our volunteers with some of their college costs if they choose to better themselves through higher education."

County officials confirmed that money exists within the current county budget for students who apply for the reimbursements.

SS United States to Have Permanent New York Berth

By Robert Chartuk

It was a luxurious ship in its day and record holder for the fastest Atlantic crossing by an ocean liner, and now the SS United States will have a permanent berth in New York, serving as a unique hotel destination and event venue. Now managed by a special conservancy, the famed ship will be relocated from Philadelphia and be part of the rebirth of Manhattan's Hudson River waterfront.

"The pride of a nation. The pinnacle of technological and artistic achievement. A monument to the American can-do spirit…The SS United States represents our common values, our strengths, and the epic scope and scale of our ambition," the Conservancy boasts.

"Her story is our story, and today, unite to save and restore this irreplaceable icon to the glory and dignity she deserves."

Inspired by the great British ships Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth, the 990-foot vessel was commissioned in 1951 and was the largest ocean liner ever to be constructed entirely in the U.S. In her heyday, she attracted celebrity

passengers, including the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Marilyn Monroe, Judy Garland, Cary Grant, Salvador Dalí, Duke Ellington, and Walt Disney, who featured the ship in the 1962 film Bon Voyage!

Traveling all over the world, she became known as "America's Flagship."

The United States had the most powerful steam turbines of any merchant marine vessel at the time and could carry enough fuel and stores to steam non-stop for over 12,000 miles. On her maiden voyage, she broke the eastbound transatlantic speed record, held by the Queen Mary for the previous 14 years, by more than 10 hours. She also broke her rival's record on the return trip. Her $79.4 million construction cost was partially underwritten by the U.S. government because she had the capacity to transport troops if necessary during wartime, but she was never called upon for that task. With the advent of air travel, the esteemed ship fell upon hard times and went through numerous changes of ownership following

her last voyage in 1969, all with a vision of restoring her previous glory. Because of her place in history, she was named to the National Register of Historic Places and a years-long effort to save her was launched.

With the Conservancy's new plan, America's Flagship will become a waterfront magnet for tourism in the Big Apple with 1,000 rooms, food and beverage

destinations, event venues, lots of public green space, and a world-class museum. A key element of the hotel will be one of the ship's funnels, with the top removed and exposed to the sky. This would act as a skylight, illuminating the hotel and event spaces. In addition, the plan also consists of rooms held in the lifeboat davits, a pool between the funnels, and an aft interior-exterior ballroom to provide spaces

for both hotel and venue operations. Redevelopment of the ship, at Pier 76 near the Javits Center, will be the most complex project of its kind ever attempted. "The ship's rebirth will create an instant destination that will attract visitors the world over to her storied decks," the Conservancy said, adding that the project is expected to create over 5,700 jobs in the city.

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New York Sees Spike in Taxpayer Exodus, DiNapoli Reports

By Raheem Soto State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli revealed in a new report that more than one out of every 100 personal income tax filers left New York State in 2020, marking a significant shift in taxpayer movement due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This exodus quadrupled compared to the previous year and still exceeded pre-pandemic levels despite a decline in 2021.

"The pandemic upended everyone's life and caused a big shift in the movement of New York taxpayers in 2020," DiNapoli stated. "Net outmigration rates remained higher in 2021, especially for families, indicating the need for policies to make New York an attractive place to work and live."

The report, examining pandemic years 2020 and 2021, shows a worrying trend for the state's largest revenue source, personal income tax (PIT), which accounted for $60 billion paid by 10.9 million taxpayers in 2021. The number of taxpayers grew in 2020, likely due to high financial market levels and enhanced unemployment

benefits, but declined slightly in 2021, still above the 2019 figure.

A notable decrease in fullyear resident taxpayers occurred in 2021 among those earning less than $100,000. Conversely, higher-income filer numbers increased.

Nonresident taxpayers declined in 2020 but bounced back in 2021, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. Part-year filers increased in 2020 and 2021, suggesting a potential loss of economic activity for the state.

From 2015 to 2019, an average of 28,700 taxpayers left New York annually. This number soared to nearly 112,500 in 2020, almost four times in 2019. Although the in-migration rebounded in 2021, out-migration still resulted in a net loss of over 39,200 taxpayers, one-third greater than the prepandemic average.

Single filers comprised over half of the net out-migration in 2020, with married and head-ofhousehold taxpayers also leaving at elevated rates. This trend continued in 2021, particularly among married filers earning between $100,000 and $500,000.

New York City experienced

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the brunt of this out-migration in 2020, with over two in every 100 city residents leaving. Taxpayers leaving the state altogether drove this surge, accounting for 71.5% of the state's net out-migration.

In 2021, the city saw a net gain of 2,221 taxpayers, primarily from other parts of the state. However,

the gain was offset by a net loss of 761 taxpayers who left New York entirely.

Most taxpayers leaving New York City relocated to downstate regions, with Long Island receiving the most significant number. The movement of city taxpayers to other regions of the

state more than doubled in 2020 and remained high in 2021.

DiNapoli's report highlights the shifting demographics and challenges facing New York in retaining and attracting residents, emphasizing the pandemic's significant impact on taxpayer migration patterns.

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Democrat 2024 Strategy: Christians Worse Than Al-Qaeda

By Robert Chartuk A page from the Democrat 2024 playbook was revealed last week when former Clinton strategist James Carville compared Christian Nationalists with the terrorist group Al Qaeda and accused them of being a "fundamental threat to the United States."

Appearing on Bill Maher's CNN show in a pink USMC hoodie, Carville's comments came during a discussion of Mike Johnson, the Republican speaker of the house who points to the Bible as the basis for his worldview. The comments are seen as a Democrat strategy to paint Christians as extremists to blunt their impact in the 2024 elections.

"Mike Johnson, and what he believes, is one of the greatest threats we have to date to the United States," Carville said to lively applause from the cable news network audience. "I promise you, I know these people, Christian Nationalists, this is a bigger threat than Al-Qaeda up to this country.

This is a fundamental threat to the United States." Directing his arrows at Republicans in Congress, Carville went on: "They don't believe in a Constitution; they'll tell you that. Johnson himself says, What is Democracy? But two wolves and a lamb having lunch.

"If that doesn't tell you what's wrong with the United Stand armed forces, but it's part of their deal."

That's what they really, really, really believe. They believe that, and they're coming, and they've been doing it forever, and they're funded, and they probably won't win for a while, but they might. And if they do, the whole country blows up."

Conservatives in the House of Representatives sent speaker Kevin McCarthy packing and selected Johnson, who they believe will help get government spending under control and stop the flood of illegal aliens and illicit drugs flowing into the country from the open southern border. He was immediately targeted

by Democrats looking to wrest back control from the GOP, which now holds only a four-seat edge after the ouster of Rep. George Santos.

Control of Congress and the White House will be an epic battle, with former President Donald Trump mounting a comeback challenge against President Joe Biden.

According to Carville, "When you look at these Christian Nationalists, and you look at Mike Johnson, you have to understand something, these people are committed; they think Democracy is a sign of weakness, they think Theocracy is the way we should go. These are really, really fanatical people who want to get into every aspect of your freakin' life. Trust me. I'm right."

Host Maher also got in a shot

Democrat Strategist James Carville at Johnson: "I read today that he wrote a forward in a book that ascribes to conspiracy theories and homophobic insults. I thought, 'Mike Johnson wrote the forward to the Bible?'"

Pundits on the other side of the aisle were having no part of the anti-Christian discourse. Frank Gaffney of the Center for Security Policy called Carville's comments "political warfare" designed to discredit the Make America Great movement by engaging in the persecution of Christians. "There are 360 million people around the

world who are heavily persecuted because they are Christians. And they want to bring it here. Whether Jim Carville is going to acknowledge that or not, I don't know, but that's what he's setting up. It's another lighting of the fires. Marxism, at the end of the day, is what his part is all about. It's about dividing and conquering. We have to understand this threat for what it is. People who want to divide us, people who want to exploit those divisions to take us down."

Gaffney ridiculed Carville's pink Marine Corps sweatshirt, saying,

Sam Faddis, a retired CIA operations officer and publisher of And Magazine, called Carville's comments "insane" and "a blatant lie," adding, "Equating these people to terrorists who will commit mass murder is obscene. They are deliberately branding political opponents as domestic violent extremists, and that is not simply rhetoric because it's backstopped by the Department of Homeland Security and moves by the federal government to go after parents who speak out at school board meetings."

The government has also taken aggressive action by jailing many of those who participated in the January 6 protest at the Capitol, while declining to prosecute Antifa and Black Lives Matter rioters who rampaged through American cities.

According to Faddis, the attack on Christians "establishes the foundation to use intelligence and law enforcement and judicial powers against them because once you have called your enemy a terrorist, you don't just have to defeat them at the ballot box, you can lock them up and imprison them, and obviously we are well down that road. So there's no factual basis; it's madness, but it's madness with a really malevolent purpose."

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Stefanik's Viral Antisemitism Inquiry Shakes Academia

By Raheem Soto Representative Elise Stefanik, Republican of New York, recently made headlines by challenging top university leaders on antisemitism during a congressional hearing. This confrontation, which has gone viral, signifies a pivotal shift in the Republican Party's approach to addressing issues within academia.

Stefanik, known for her evolution from a moderate Republican to a staunch ally of former President Donald Trump, directed pointed questions at Harvard University's President Claudine Gay and others. Her inquiry, focusing on the handling of antisemitism on college campuses, highlighted the reluctance of academic leaders to address this rising concern directly.

During the hearing, Stefanik asked, "Does calling for the genocide of Jews violate Harvard's rules on bullying and harassment?"

Gay's response, "It can be, depending on the context," and similar answers from other university

presidents sparked widespread criticism. These interactions garnered millions of views on social media and led to public calls for the resignation of these academic leaders. The university presidents were subsequently forced to issue statements to clarify their positions.

The hearing's fallout transcended political lines, with notable Democrats and critics of Trump conceding that Stefanik had a valid point. Harvard Law School professor emeritus Laurence Tribe, a critic of Stefanik, expressed his agreement with her on this issue. Similarly, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, termed the testimony of the university presidents as a "failure of leadership."

Stefanik's approach during the hearing, characterized by aggressive and direct questioning, reflects a broader shift in the GOP's strategy.

Her relentless efforts to get the administrators to acknowledge phrases like "intifada" and "from the river to the sea" as potential calls for violence against Jews

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik R NY-21

demonstrate a move away from traditional conservative tactics to more hard-hitting methods.

Representatives Seth Moulton and Jake Auchincloss, both Democrats from Massachusetts and Harvard alumni, criticized the university's stance on free speech, particularly in the context of denouncing

antisemitism. This criticism further underscores the growing concern over freedom of speech and the handling of antisemitism in higher education.

Stefanik's success in this hearing is not just a personal victory but also a win for the Republican Party, which has increasingly focused on issues

of free speech and antisemitism in higher education. The hearing revealed a potential shift in the GOP's approach to tackling these issues, moving from traditional conservative stances to more direct and confrontational questioning.

The moment also illustrated the evolving tactics of the Republican Party under Trump's influence. Once seen as a future hope for pragmatic, aspirational politics, Stefanik has now firmly established herself as a formidable force within the GOP, unafraid to confront contentious issues head-on.

Stefanik's viral moment in the hearing has put a spotlight not only on her but also on the changing dynamics within the Republican Party. It highlights a growing trend in the GOP to address contentious issues like antisemitism and free speech in academia more directly and assertively. As the debate over these issues continues, Stefanik's role in this hearing has marked her as a critical figure in the ongoing discussion and a prominent voice within the Republican Party.

Broad Candidate Field Emerges for NY Congressional Seat Post-Santos Expulsion

By Raheem Soto Following the expulsion of former Representative George Santos, many candidates are vying for the vacant New York congressional seat in the upcoming special election, with the Republican Party emphasizing a renewed commitment to integrity and strong leadership.

Joseph Cairo, Nassau County Republican chair, underscored the significance of the forthcoming election.

"This is our chance to correct it," Cairo stated, reflecting the party's determination to move past the Santos saga and unite behind a credible nominee. "We are focused on finding the best candidate to lead us forward and to represent the values of our community," he added.

Among Republicans, Air Force veteran Kellen Curry is a notable contender, having raised close to $350,000. Mike Sapraicone, a retired NYPD detective, leads the GOP pack in fundraising with over $550,000, boosted by a significant personal loan. Gregory Hach, an Air Force veteran, joined the race

with a solid financial backing of $220,000.

Daniel Norber, a former member of the Israeli military and a resident of the Queens part of the district, has contributed $150,000 to his campaign and raised an additional $55,000.

Political outsider Jim Toes has secured $46,000 in his campaign efforts. The list of Republican candidates also includes Peter Christofides, Thomas Charles Ludwig, Harvey Manes, and Philip Grillo.

On the Democratic front, former Congressman Tom Suozzi is returning to the political stage. Suozzi, who previously left his seat for an unsuccessful gubernatorial bid, has reemerged as the Democratic nominee with $58,000 from his 2022 campaign. Steve Behar and Austin Cheng, who has personally invested significantly in his campaign, are also competing for the Democratic ticket. Scott Livingston and Darius Radzius round out the Democratic contenders.

Libertarian Ryan Kalata and independent candidate Matt Nappo are expanding the field,

Nassau County Republican Chairman Joe Cairo

although neither has reported significant fundraising activities yet.

The special election, set for February, follows Santos' high-profile expulsion from Congress and represents a pivotal moment for both parties.

The Republicans, in particular, are keen on presenting a united front to regain the trust of their constituents and showcase their

commitment to principled governance.

Cairo's comments highlight the GOP's focus on integrity, a response to the controversies surrounding Santos' tenure.

The party is actively vetting candidates to ensure a strong and ethical representation in the race. The diverse candidate pool reflects the political perspectives seeking to represent New York's

3rd Congressional District.

The upcoming election is crucial for both parties. For the Democrats, it's a chance to capitalize on the Republican turmoil and gain a seat in a traditionally competitive district. For the Republicans, it's an opportunity to demonstrate their resilience and commitment to ethical leadership in the wake of recent challenges.

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Supreme Court Case Puts Democrats' Tax Agenda at Risk

By Raheem Soto The Supreme Court's decision in the Moore v. United States case could potentially upend the Democratic Party's ambitious plans to impose heavier taxes on America's wealthiest individuals. The case, initiated by Charles and Kathleen Moore, wealthy Washington state residents, centers on a $14,729 tax levied on a decade's worth of profits from a foreign corporation in India. The Moores argue that this tax was unconstitutional since they did not realize any income from these profits, challenging the longstanding interpretation of the 16th Amendment.

The Democratic agenda for taxing the wealthy has long included closing loopholes and targeting unrealized gains.

Notably, Senator Ron Wyden's "Billionaires Income Tax" bill, introduced recently, aims to tax the unrealized gains of the ultra-wealthy. According to the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances, this legislative push reflects growing concerns about wealth inequality in the U.S., where the wealthiest 1% of Americans

own more than the bottom 90% combined.

However, the Supreme Court's decision in this case might set a precedent to hamper these efforts. The Moores' argument, which suggests taxing their investment in the foreign corporation as a federal tax on property, could redefine taxable income. If the Court rules in favor of the Moores, it could challenge the legitimacy of taxing unrealized gains, a cornerstone of the proposed wealth taxes.

This potential setback comes against significant wealth accumulation by the wealthiest Americans. According to Forbes, America's billionaires saw their wealth increase by nearly $2 trillion during the pandemic. Meanwhile, ProPublica reported that the 25 wealthiest Americans paid an actual tax rate of only 3.4% on wealth growth of $401 billion between 2014 and 2018.

Furthermore, the implications of this ruling extend to significant corporations. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, companies like Apple and Microsoft have already paid

substantial taxes on offshore profits. A ruling favoring the Moores could benefit these corporations significantly, further exacerbating wealth concentration.

The Justices, including those appointed by former President Trump, appeared to recognize the income realized by the foreign corporation but were cautious about setting

a precedent that could limit Congress's ability to tax.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's questioning whether the tax was a direct tax or an excise tax suggests the Court might not fully align with the Moores' view, but the potential for a narrow ruling remains.

As it stands, the outcome of Moore v. United States holds considerable weight. A decision

favoring the Moores could disrupt existing tax structures and cast doubt on the feasibility of future wealth tax initiatives proposed by Democrats. This could significantly impact efforts to address wealth inequality, a central tenet of the Democratic policy agenda.

The nation now awaits a decision that could reshape the landscape of American taxation and wealth distribution.

McCarthy Steps Down, Exposing Rifts in Republican Leadership and Governance Hurdles

By Raheem Soto In a move reflecting deepening rifts within the Republican Party, former U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced he will resign from Congress at year's end. This move has sparked widespread concern within the GOP about their internal struggles affecting governance.

Announcing his decision in a Wall Street Journal column, McCarthy's exit comes amid Congress's efforts to tackle vital legislation, including the fiscal 2024 spending bills necessary by January 19 to avoid a government shutdown. "I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways," McCarthy, 58, expressed, voicing his discontent with the operations in Washington: "It often seems that the more Washington does, the worse America gets."

Filling McCarthy's shoes is a daunting task for his successor, Speaker Mike Johnson, whose lack of extensive leadership

experience and Christian conservative views have already been a point of contention.

Johnson rose to power amidst prolonged internal disputes within the Republican Party, indicating significant divisions.

McCarthy, who has been instrumental in the GOP's recent success, including reclaiming the House majority in 2022, leaves a significant gap in the party. His exit from a securely Republican district in California further reduces the already narrow GOP majority in the House, necessitating a special election as per California law within 126 to 140 days once called by the governor.

Reflecting on McCarthy's departure, Representative Mike Simpson, a long-standing Republican, noted, "It absolutely underscores the difficulty of governing the Republican majority." Simpson highlighted the crucial role played by a small group of hardline Republicans, who allied with Democrats to dethrone McCarthy.

Former U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy

Echoing these concerns, Representative Dusty Johnson lamented the loss of key strategists within the party, stating, "We don't have enough mature strategic thinkers here ... having fewer all-stars on the field is going to hurt."

McCarthy's tenure as Speaker

was fraught with challenges, notably his strained relations with the party's hardliners. He faced 15 challenging floor votes before securing his position last January, only to be voted out in October after endorsing a bipartisan spending bill to prevent a government shutdown, a move that angered hardline

factions and led to his removal.

Representative Ken Buck, a pivotal figure in the campaign against McCarthy, viewed the resignation as beneficial for McCarthy and his family without expressing regret for his role in the ousting.

The appointment of Johnson as McCarthy's replacement followed a period of intense infighting among Republicans, with several experienced candidates being considered and subsequently rejected.

McCarthy's agreement with President Joe Biden on debt and spending limits particularly antagonized the hardliners.

McCarthy's exit marks him as the third Republican Speaker, following John Boehner and Paul Ryan, to exit Congress amid disputes with what some see as the party's hard right wing. His overwhelming reelection victory in 2022 in a non-competitive district underscores GOP leadership's mounting challenges in managing a divided and often contentious majority.

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Release of Trump Case Documents by Judge Cannon: Could Weaken Smith's Case

By Raheem Soto In a move that could potentially weaken Special Counsel Jack Smith's case, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, appointed by former President Donald Trump in 2020, ordered the unsealing of documents in the ongoing legal battle over Trump's handling of classified documents. Announced on Monday, this decision could significantly affect the case's trajectory.

The case stems from a Department of Justice subpoena last year, requesting the return of classified documents Trump allegedly took to his Mar-a-Lago home after his presidency.

Following what many see as an unnecessary FBI raid in August 2022, additional documents were found, resulting in charges against Trump for withholding classified material. Trump, a potential GOP candidate for the 2024 presidential election, has pleaded not guilty, denying any misconduct.

Judge Cannon's decision to unseal the documents

poses a potential setback for Smith, who had sought to keep them confidential.

Smith's concern was that their release could expose his trial strategy, particularly regarding the handling of sensitive information under the Classified Information Procedures Act (CIPA). CIPA sets specific guidelines for using classified documents in court proceedings. However, Judge Cannon determined that the reasons provided

by Smith for keeping the documents sealed were not compelling enough, noting that they did not reveal any classified information.

This development is critical as it could reveal Smith's approach and possible arguments in the case, offering Trump's defense team insights into the prosecution's strategy. Unsealing these documents may give the defense an advantage, as they could prepare more effectively against the prosecution's tactics and arguments.

Furthermore, Cannon's earlier decision not to set a specific deadline for Trump

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to list classified documents he intends to use in his defense adds to the potential challenges for Smith's case.

This decision could delay the trial, set for reassessment in March 2024, providing more preparation time for Trump's legal team.

In addition to the challenges in the classified documents case, Trump faces several other legal battles, including

charges in Washington related to the 2020 election and in Georgia. He is also dealing with charges from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg for allegedly falsifying business records during the 2016 campaign, to which he has pleaded not guilty.

The release of these documents may offer more transparency about the prosecution's methods but

also bring into question the objectivity of the legal process. Critics argue that this case indicates a concerning trend where legal actions are seemingly driven by political considerations rather than the pursuit of justice. As the case unfolds, it will likely significantly impact both the legal and political landscapes, particularly regarding Trump's run in the 2024 presidential race.

Comer Leads House GOP in Intensified Investigation of Biden Family Finances

By Raheem Soto House Republicans, spearheaded by Rep. James Comer, have shed light on disturbing financial transactions within the Biden family, suggesting a deeprooted pattern of corruption and influence peddling at the highest levels of government.

On Monday, Comer, the determined chair of the House Oversight Committee, unveiled damning bank records that reveal direct payments from Hunter Biden's business entity, Owasco PC, to his father, President Joe Biden. These transactions, traced back to foreign business dealings, have raised serious concerns about the integrity of the President and his involvement in potentially illicit activities.

The documents disclosed three payments in 2018 from an account linked to Owasco to Joe Biden, totaling less than

$4,500. These aren't mere family financial dealings, according to GOP leaders, but rather indicative of a systemic and troubling pattern of financial misconduct. The Republicans argue that these are not isolated incidents but rather part of a broader narrative of the Biden family using political leverage for personal monetary gain.

Efforts to downplay these transactions as repayment for a truck have not convinced GOP members. Hunter's lawyer, Abbe Lowell, insists the payments were for a car during Hunter's financial struggles due to addiction.

However, this explanation does little to address the growing Republican concerns about the nature of these transactions and the possibility of concealed corruption.

The stakes have been raised with the GOP considering an impeachment probe against

President Joe Biden - Congressman James Comer (R,KY-1)

Biden, fueled by Hunter Biden's ongoing investigation for tax evasion and other serious crimes. A particular focus is the dubious $5 million wire transfer from a Chinese company to Hunter, leading to complex financial transactions within the Biden family, including a conspicuous $40,000 check to Joe Biden labeled as a "loan repayment."

Comer has pointed to instances where Joe Biden allegedly intertwined his Vice Presidential duties with his son's foreign business interests, suggesting a blatant misuse of public office for private gain.

This includes allegations of Hunter arranging office space for Joe Biden alongside a Chinese energy company, implying an uncomfortable

closeness with foreign entities.

The GOP's narrative paints a grim picture of the Biden family, suggesting they have systematically exploited political influence for financial benefits. Comer's criticism of the Justice Department's handling of the investigation implies a potential cover-up at the highest levels, insinuating that there is more to be uncovered about Joe Biden's role in these transactions.

The unfolding saga, as unraveled by the House GOP, points to a troubling confluence of personal interests and public office in the Biden family. The revelations, far from mere family financial matters, suggest a disturbing trend of ethical breaches and potential corruption, casting a long shadow over the Biden presidency and raising significant questions about the integrity of American political institutions.

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COP 28 Climate Change Conference Controversy

By Robert Chartuk It’s happening over 7,000 miles away in the United Arab Emirates, but the UN Climate Change Conference could have drastic ramifications for the U.S., with countries across the globe looking to restrict energy usage and tap taxpayers for billions in “climate reparations.”

Known as COP 28, the United Nations conference kicked off with controversy as thousands of representatives from over 200 nations, many on private jets, flew first class to the energy-rich Emirate, producing a massive carbon footprint of their own. The meeting’s host, Sultan Ahmed Al-Jaber, holds the conflicting role as head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, and balked at efforts by the United States to throttle fossil fuel consumption worldwide.

Yet, that’s what the U.S. delegation is pushing, with resulting economic hardships to residents and businesses suffering from record inflation as President Joe Biden cracks down on American energy.

Critics say the administration is playing into the hands of the nation’s adversaries by pushing electric vehicles made abroad, killing the fossil fuel industry, and even going as far as banning

gas stoves in people’s homes.

Absent from the environmental confab was China, whose 1.4 billion people are among the world’s largest consumers of fossil fuels. The nation is building a new coalfired generating plant per week on average and is making oil deals using its own currency, the Yuan, rather than the U.S.-based Petro Dollar, arrangements seen as an affront to America’s climate initiatives and its economic might.

Further stressing the American taxpayer is the proposal to soak them for billions of dollars in reparations the COP conference says they should pay for the climate damage suffered by other nations. The monies, which could amount to trillions worldwide, would be paid to developing countries forced to transition away from fossil fuels as part of the global plans coming out of COP 28.

Leading the U.S. climate delegation is former Secretary of State John Kerry, who has shaped a new career path as the nation’s Presidential Envoy for Climate. The failed candidate for president and past senator from Massachusetts has been criticized for traveling around the world in private jets pushing an agenda seen as harmful to the

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economic interests of the people in his home country.

“The climate-change groups that crammed into Dubai last week, echoed by head-in-thesand politicians like John Kerry, piously advise that Americans will have to stop taking so many plane trips — especially overseas — and become less reliant on cars, switching to mass transit or bicycles instead,” said Stephen Moore, Distinguished Fellow in Economics at The Heritage Foundation and a co-founder of The Committee to Unleash Prosperity. “Biden is playing a

dangerous game of unilateral energy disarmament.”

According to Moore, Biden’s energy policy will eliminate upwards of 60% of America’s electric generating capacity at a time when his administration and Progressive states such as New York are imposing electric vehicle requirements and eliminating the use of natural gas for cooking, heating, and air conditioning. “The coal plants and mines we shut down in places like Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Wyoming are being replaced two or three

times over by newly built coalfired plants in India and China,” Moore noted. “We shut down one plant; they bring on line two or three new ones. This math doesn’t add up — especially since we have cleaner coal plants than China does.”

Experts believe that the country will not have enough solar or windmill generators to meet its needs and will experience rolling blackouts and brownouts across the country, much like we’ve already seen in California, America’s frontrunner for radical antifossil fuel policies.

“Whether intentional or not, this radical green agenda will cripple our global economic leadership, cost our economy millions of jobs and make Americans colder in their homes in the winter and hotter in the summer,” Moore stated. “Does that seem like a smart way to protect ourselves from the dangers of a changing climate — real or imagined?”

Campaigning to take back the White House from Biden, former President Donald Trump was asked if he would act as a dictator, to which he responded, “Only on Day One,” when he said he would issue orders to “Drill, baby drill.”

Guyana Takeover Eyed by Venezuelan Socialist

By Robert Chartuk As Joe Biden moves aggressively to wean his country off fossil fuels, his counterpart to the south, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is looking to annex Guyana to control its vast oil resources. His land grab, which he attempted to validate in a national referendum, is seen as an attempt to shore up his waning popularity in advance of his 2024 re-election bid.

The authoritarian socialist claims that Guyana’s 61,000-square-mile Esequibo region belongs to Venezuela, arguing that borders drawn by international arbitrators in 1899 are invalid. Maduro promises to create the Venezuelan state of Guyana Esequiba, grant Venezuelan citizenship to its residents, and license the state oil company and metal conglomerate to search it for oil. He will also order energy companies currently there, including Houston-based ExxonMobil, to leave in three months. “The world has to know, the Republic of Guyana

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

has to know,” he said, “the Esequibo is ours.”

Massive oil reserves off Guyana’s coast were discovered

by ExxonMobil in 2015, a windfall that has turned Guyana, previously one of the hemisphere’s poorest countries,

into one of the world’s fastestgrowing economies. The government has rejected Maduro’s claims, and the United Nations has referred the matter pending to the International Court of Justice.

The authoritarian's move

is in violation of the Monroe Doctrine, the 1823 edict by James Monroe that warns off aggression by foreign nations in the Western Hemisphere.

In September, Maduro signed an agreement with China for economic cooperation in trade and tourism. Selling Guyana’s

oil to China in exchange for Yuan, rather than U.S.-based Petro Dollars, would be seen as a major infringement on American interests, including the dictates of the Biden administration’s climate goals.

Maduro, who succeeded Hugo Chávez in 2013, and several members of his inner circle are under federal criminal indictment in the United States on charges of narcoterrorism.

His nation’s once-booming oil industry has been crippled under his leadership by outdated infrastructure, chronic mismanagement and U.S. sanctions. The Biden administration agreed in October to ease some restrictions on Venezuela’s oil sector in exchange for Maduro’s pledge to hold free elections.

The two countries had severed diplomatic relations in 2019.

The national referendum to take over the Esequibo region drew minimal interest from Venezuelan voters wary of elections purportedly fixed by Maduro, and its results are not seen as binding.

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SUFFOLK CLOSEUP

BY KARL GROSSMAN Lawrence R. Samuel has written a book about Long Island which, as the invitation to his presentation last month at the Hampton Bays Public Library said, “charts how the island evolved over the decades and largely detached itself from New York City to become a self-sustaining entity with its own challenges, exclusions and triumphs.”

It’s titled “Making Long Island: A History of Growth and the American Dream” and indeed provides an insightful examination of the island’s problems, prejudices and achievements.

Samuel is a Long Island native (from Lawrence in Nassau County) and has spent time in Suffolk, in East Hampton. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota, yet his book, justpublished by the History Press, is breezy and includes much that is not widely known.

Says a blurb as the book begins from Jennfer J. Thompson Burns, a lecturer at SUNY’s University at Albany: “Not only does the book illuminate the island’s development and shifting population over time and space, but it also reminds us that by shining light on the underbelly

of the American dream, we are better equipped to reconsider and reimagine it.”

Samuel started his talk and book, his first presentation on it, he noted, by addressing historical tidbits. These include how the Long Island Rail Road goes back to 1834 and is the “oldest continually operating railroad system in the United States” and was involved in the “very first train-car collision” in the U.S. And, he relates, how 43-mile long Vanderbilt Motor Parkway which ran for 43 miles was “the world’s first limited-access concrete highway”—cars only. It was built privately by William Kissam Vanderbilt II and opened in 1908.

Taken over by the state in 1938, parts of it still survive as sections of other roads.

He points to how, “Despite cold winters, Native Americans found the island a place to live for centuries” and notes: “The Shinnecock occupied part of the eastern end of what would be called Long Island, although by the twentieth century their land had been taken over.”

He tells of how Long Island became the “Cradle of Aviation,” with large tracts of flat land “ideal for airfields” and available at low

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Making Long Island cost. The “original Roosevelt Field” is from where Charles Lindbergh took off for his famous flight to Paris in 1927. The airfield “stopped operating” in 1951, however, “and Roosevelt Field Mall was built on the site.”

came at another significant cost.

The early 1970s were a golden age of environmentalism, and the effects of the massive changes to the ecosystem of the island were, deservedly, getting increasing attention,” he writes.

Development on Long Island— specifically between 1920 and 1980—is a central focus of the book. And a major focus, too, is about bias. “Alongside the muchflaunted beauty and festivity of suburban bedroom communities and country clubs was the decidedly darker side of Long Island,” he writes. “As in many other parts of the country, the Ku Klux Klan had quite a presence on the island in the 1920s and were not afraid to show it. The KKK often greatly swayed civic and community activities….There were real fears that the KKK would go further by becoming a recognized political party…for those who hated people of color, Jews and Catholics.”

He relates the push of a New York State public works commissioner, Charles Sells, for the extension to Orient Point of the then “in progress” Long Island Expressway, and a “twentyfive mile series of causeways and bridges from Orient Point” to Rhode Island. “Sells had the structure jump across various islands in the Sound to break it into smaller segments; Plum Island, Great Gull Island and Fishers Island served as ideal ‘stepping stones,’” in Sells’ view.

But “the proposed span across Long Island Sound was never built, deemed literally a bridge too far.”

He tells the story of Levittown and its infamous “Clause 25” that, “No dwelling should be used or occupied except by members of the Caucasian race.”

“In addition to serving as an opportunity for racism to foment, the development of Long Island…

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The quality of your attitude will help determine the quality of your life, so you must guard your thoughts accordingly. If you make up your mind to approach life with a healthy mixture of realism and optimism, you’ll be rewarded. But if you allow yourself to fall into the unfortunate habit of negative thinking, you will doom yourself to unhappiness or mediocrity or worse.

In psychology, an attitude refers to a set of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors toward a particular object, person, thing, or event.

The components of attitude are cognitive, affective, and behavioral, which means they incorporate thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Attitudes are formed from various factors, such as;

Samuel says: “The year 2000 appeared to be a turning point in the history of Long Island, as it became clear that its twentieth century model of development was no longer relevant or useful.

Entering a new century and new millennium seemingly encouraged Long Islanders to imagine a different kind of

American dream.”

He writes about how Lee Koppelman, long-time Suffolk County planner and executive director of the Nassau-Suffolk Regional Planning Board, sought to tackle development with a Nassau-Suffolk Comprehensive Development Plan issued in 1970.

“The first priority of the plan was to preserve open space” and “to use vacant land for agricultural, recreational or conservation purposes.”

“Today,” he says, “rather happily, the cultural ecosystem of Long Island and its built environment are being reexamined in light of concepts such as…smart growth, the green movement and sustainable neighborhoods. The days of Robert Moses are clearly over, as planners reimagine the possibilities of suburban life with its dependence on cars and lack of communal interaction (save for that a shopping malls.)”

“All in all,” he writes,” much of the island’s natural beauty and original appeal remain, offering hope that a new and improved American dream can and will emerge in the years ahead.”

Attitudes

BY REV. FREDERICK MILLER. PH.D. Attitudes are the mental positive filters through which we view and interpret the world.

Positive attitudes produce positive emotions; negative attitudes don’t.

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• Directly as a result of experience. They may emerge due to direct personal experiences, or as a result from observation.

• Social roles can have a strong influence on attitudes. Social roles relate to how people are expected to behave in a particular role or context. Social norms involve society’s rules for what behaviors are appropriate.

• Attitudes can simply be learned from others, or heavy advertisements.

While attitudes have a powerful effect on behavior, they can be lead to change.

Mounting evidence from medical studies have indicated that people who think positively have a lower risk of dying from all causes compared with others their own age who have a gloomier view of life. Over the last decade, researchers have identified practices that can help you achieve and sustain a positive attitude toward your future.

Many of them are explained in the Harvard Special Health Report Positive Psychology. Here are a few suggestions:

your attention on something pleasing as it occurs, consciously enjoying the experiences as it unfolds.

• Feeling pleasure helps sustain a positive attitude. Thus focus

• Slow down and focus. You will enjoy things more, whether a

meal or a visit with a friend.

• Practice gratitude which is a thankful appreciation for what you receive, whether tangible or not.

• Retain a sense of purpose.

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SPORTS

Local Football Players Honored at Suffolk County Awards Dinner

By Nick Cipolla Another year of high school football has come and gone in Suffolk County and it was time to look back at the year it was while honoring the best individuals to play this season.

The South Shore Press would now like to take some time to congratulate those who received the recognitions of All County or received any individual accolades at the awards dinner that took place following the Long Island Championship.

Besides falling just short of winning a Long Island Championship, William Floyd had an extremely strong season that was highlighted with a Suffolk County Division 1

Championship and seeing six players receive All County Honors.

Junior Wide Receiver Geo Alvares, Senior Linebacker Wally Crane, Senior Kicker and Safety Caiden Lesiewicz, Senior Linebacker Javon Delaney, Junior Lineman Aaron Fisher, and Junior Lineman Derek Amato all took home the honors for the Colonials following their strong season on the Gridiron.

“These guys have been dedicated and put in incredible amounts of hard work to receive this honor,” said Coach Paul Longo. “All throughout the offseason and up to now it is evident that these (six) guys are absolutely deserving of this

Smithtown West’s Melore Named Suffolk County’s Best Wide Receiver

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Matt Albino and Xavier Bryant with their All-County awards

honor.”

Outside of Jack Melore winning the Paul Longo Award for Long Island's Best Wide Receiver, the Smithtown West Bulls had two All-County Honorees this season as both Melore and Quarterback Brayden Stahl were named to the All-County Team for the second consecutive season.

Despite not seeing as much team success as their cross town rivals, one of the more underappreciated Running Backs in

the county was able to get the recognition he deserved as Lucas Santangelo of Smithtown East was named to the All County team following a 1000 yard season where he carried the Bulls offense for most of the season.

Following what may be one of their best seasons in a few years, Center Moriches saw two of their superstars make the All County team as star Running Back Matt Albino saw his historic season end with an All County nod while Wide Receiver Xavier Bryant also found himself on

the All County team following a productive season for the Red Devils.

Port Jefferson’s football team saw only one All County nod this fall as their Quarterback Ryan Fillippi received his spot on the All County team.

Ward Melville’s rich history of sports success continued as the football team made it to the county semi-finals thanks to the efforts of Wide Receiver Brody Morgan, Quarterback Ethan Burgos, and Linebacker/ Running Back Griffin Kramer, who all received All County Honors.

Longwood Football also had a very successful season as their ground and pound offense led them on a deep playoff run. Their offense was led by All County Running back and Cipp Award Finalist Nnamdi Nwanyanwu.

Nwanyanwu had a complete season for the Lions as he posted 926 rushing yards with 11 touchdowns while averaging 5.68 yards per carry.

Lineman Clint Chichester and Quarterback Caleib Corbett also received All County efforts for their successful seasons for the Longwood Lions.

Basketball Roundup

By Nick Cipolla Ward Melville 80, Sachem North 62: Photo Credit: @West_Side_FB | Instagram Melore (left) holding the Paul Longo Award with Coach Craig Perrino

By Nick Cipolla Smithtown West senior and multi-sport athlete Jack Melore has been without a doubt the best receiver on Long Island over the last two years. From setting multiple in game, career, and single season records, it has been very clear who the best wide receiver in Suffolk County has been.

Last week at the Suffolk County Football awards dinner, Melore was presented with the Paul Longo Award for the best wide receiver on Long Island. He becomes the first Smithtown Bull to ever win the award and it serves a nice little sendoff as he hopes to play football at the next level.

In nine games this year, Melore put up video game like numbers. He finished the year with 78 receptions, 1258 receiving yards, and an absurd

21 total touchdowns.

Along with his impressive stats, the senior receiver also set new Long Island records in career receptions and career receiving yards during the season while also breaking his own record for receptions in a game and catching seven touchdowns during Smithtown West’s lone playoff game against Half Hollow Hills West.

Melore will certainly get his second All-State honor of his high school football career to go along with this award and all the records he set throughout the year.

While he is also one of the best basketball players in Suffolk County, Melore seems destined to play football at the collegiate level as many Division One programs are extremely interested in his services on the field.

Ward Melville improved to 2-0 following an 18 point victory over Sachem North over the weekend.

Leading the charge for the Patriots was Luke Chitkara who had 18 points in this contest.

Jackson Weber joined in the fun as he added 17 points while Devin Lynch had 16 points and 8 rebounds.

Brayden Tappin had 15 points for Sachem North who now falls to 1-2 on the year.

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62,

Isaiah Gilliam running away from a mob of fans following a game winning jump shot for Pat-Med

The Red Raiders of PatchogueMedford won a thriller over the T-Birds as Isaiah Gilliam hit a corner two-point jumper at the buzzer to win the game and push Pat-Med to 2-1 on the year.

Ben Rappa had 15 points with three three-pointers while Lorenzo Rappa had 17 points and six assists.

Angel Redding had a game-high 22 points and Matt Eichorn had 14 points, seven assists and five rebounds in the win for the Red Raiders.

Smithtown East 81, EastportSouth Manor 67:

Smithtown West 64, Half Hollow Hills East 56:​

Brothers Lorenzo Rappa and Ben Rappa lead the charge for the Bulls on Monday as they improve to 3-0 on the season in a 64-56 victory over Hills East.

Football Star Jack Melore has 18 points and six rebounds for the Bulls.

Long Island’s Preseason top 100 Basketball Player Ben Haug scored 24 points to lead Smithtown East over Eastport-South Manor in a non-league matchup.

Helping Huag was Nico Skartsiaris — who added 21 points — and James Burton who had 20 points.

Despite losing to the Bulls,

Eastport-South Manor brothers Drew and Brady McGowan had 30 and 27 points respectively for the Sharks.

Miller Place 62, ShorehamWading River 50:

Dylan Riegel scored all of his 14 points in the second quarter to spark a Miller Place run that gave them the lead going into half over Shoreham-Wading River.

For Miller Place, Joe Strickland had 14 points, six assists and three steals. Nick Frusco had 12 points and 12 rebounds.

Max Julian led ShorehamWading River with 14 points as they drop to 1-3 while Miller Place improves to 4-0.

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Stony Brook Freshman Wins $100,000 Scholarship During Dr. Pepper’s College Football Challenge Stony Brook Vice President of Student Affairs Rick Gatteau also released a statement, saying how proud he was of Adam to participate and win this event.

“We are thrilled that Mohamed was the recipient of the $100,000

prize at last night’s tuition giveaway event,” said Gatteau. “This funding will be instrumental in supporting his educational endeavors. He’s not only an outstanding Stony Brook Seawolf, but clearly has a very accurate throwing arm.”

Despite being the best option Stony Brook has to play at Quarterback this upcoming fall, the 18-year-old plans on using the money that he won to help pay for law school upon receiving his degree in political science from Stony Brook University.

Macchia places 10th at Foot Locker Nationals

By Nick Cipolla Photo Credit: Stony Brook University

Mohamed Adam With his $100,000 Check

By Nick Cipolla Stony Brook University freshman Mohamed Adam was invited to partake in the annual Dr. Pepper Tuition Toss out in Las Vegas, Nevada where he and a bunch of other students from across the country would participate for the chance to win a $100,000 scholarship.

Adam, 18, was selected to participate in the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway at halftime of the Pac12 Championship Game between Washington and Oregon at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Adam had 30 seconds to toss as many footballs into a large bin as possible, and displayed uncanny accuracy in defeating his opponent from the University of Florida.

Little did Adam know that he would become the big winner of the event as he walked away from Allegiant Stadium, $100,000 richer.

Adam – who is a freshman, studying political science at Stony Brook — described his life-changing experience with multiple media outlets following the PAC 12 championship.

“It was very nerve-wracking before the game,” Adam said to Newsday.

“But I feel very grateful and very blessed to have won this scholarship.”

Over the past 30 years, Dr. Pepper has partnered with the NCAA to give away over $17 million in scholarships for college students during this very popular halftime event.

With just one race left on the High School Cross Country calendar for 2023, William Floyd’s superstar distance runner Zariel Macchia toed the line at the historic Balboa Park in San Diego, California on December 9th with a chance at history as she sought to become the first Long Island female to win the historic event.

Macchia, who is a resident of Mastic Beach, did unfortunately fall short of her goal of winning the race but she still came away as an AllAmerican as she finished in 10th place and was the second non-senior in the race.

Despite the 10th place finish being the worst of her junior season and worse than her 6th place finish as a sophomore, the William Floyd Colonial ran tough in the most competitive field of distance

Photo Credit: Milesplit Zariel Macchia during her Pre Race Introduction at Foot Locker Cross Country Nationals

runners the country has to offer.

Her finishing time was “I thought I ran well today.” said Macchia following her race at Foot Locker Nationals. “It was definitely very tough out there. I got out hard – which is what I like to do – but it was a very hard course and it was very hot today. I’m proud of my effort today, top 10 and All American is something I am very proud of. The

harder the race is, the prouder I am with my efforts and I left it all out there today.”

Macchia is now expected to take some down time around the holidays before resuming her training and beginning her indoor track season with the hopes of winning yet another state title while chasing down a national title before her senior year begins next fall.

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THE BETTOR ANGLE

Juan Amazing Christmas Gift

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BY TOM BARTON

Use whatever phrases you must to explain what happened to the Yankee Universe this week but it all comes out the same. Pushing all your chips in, making a statement or whatever other fun sayings fans and media will use can be interchanged, but one thing is for certain ... The Evil Empire is back!

As if they took a page right out of George Steinbrenner's book, Brian Cashman, Hal and company showed the world who the Yankees are, and why they earned that Empire moniker in the past. While teams scrambled for Ohtani, Bellinger and the like New York was busy making a trade for a 25-year-old dynamic outfielder in Juan Soto.

Soto checks every box for the Bombers. His age is as appealing as his bat speed. Soto is a lefthanded bat, who can protect Aaron Judge, something they have needed for years. He is also

just the hitter that harkens back memories of the dynasty Yankee teams because he simply gets on base. His on base percentage is already legendary. He has a higher OBP than Stan Musial, Joe DiMaggio, and Frank Thomas to name a few. A better OPS+ than Mays, Aaron and others, and now sits in front of one of the best run producers of this generation.

Going on and on about Soto is easy, but what about the job Cashman did? Brian Cashman has been much maligned in this town in recent years, despite putting together winners, for his failure to secure top of the line talent. Those mistakes were erased. Cashman and his crew saw a deficiency in their team and addressed it all on the field, but off the field it also put the rest of baseball, and Yankees fans' hearts on notice, that New York is back. Plenty of credit

has to go to Hal as well, who knows he will have to shell out a king's ransom to sign Soto after the season. But, what they both knew is you can’t waste another year of Judge and Cole's prime and they went all in.

Cashman gets the lion's share of the credit though because at the end of the day it's who he traded to get Soto. There was no Peraza, no Jasson, no Volpe, no Wells, not even Spencer Jones.

Soto was had for players that Cashman signed and developed.

Michael King is the big name going back, but a 130 inning pitcher at 29-years-old off of an injury and only one year left of control is an easy trade piece. So was Vasquez who the Yankees signed for just $10,000 and every team passed him by. Brito signed as an unranked prospect for just $35,000 while Higgy was a journeyman catcher. So in essence this trade is Soto

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Juan Soto at bat for the San Diego Padres during a game at Petco Park.

for Thorpe and some depth pitching. Well done Cashman, well done indeed. This should cure many Yankees fans' seasonal

depression this winter and come the spring there is a new breath of life into the pinstripes.

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BY NANCY BURNER, ESQ.

Q: A:

Inheritance Rights of a Surviving Spouse

What inheritance rights does a surviving spouse have in New York?

Under New York law, a surviving spouse has a “Right of Election” to avoid against being disinherited by their deceased spouses. Whether the decedent spouse leaves nothing for their spouse in their Will or dies without a Will, the surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of the estate.

When the deceased spouse died without a Last Will and Testament, New York’s intestacy law governs who inherits. The amount passing to the surviving spouse depends on whether the decedent had children. If the deceased spouse had no children, the entire estate passes to the surviving spouse. If the deceased spouse had children, the surviving spouses gets the first $50,000 and one-half of the remaining estate property. The remaining onehalf is split equally among the decedent’s children. If any of the deceased's children have passed

Second, the election must be timely filed within six months from the date of the issuance of letters testamentary or letters of administration by the Surrogate’s Court. Third, a surviving spouse who "abandoned" the decedent cannot make the election. Finally, a surviving spouse cannot claim the elective share if they waived the right through a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement. An experienced trusts and estates attorney can help guide you through the estate administration process and explain your legal rights as a surviving spouse.

away but had children themselves, these grandchildren will inherit the portion that would have gone to their parent.

Where the deceased spouse had a Will, New York’s Right of Election (Estates Powers and Trust Law Section 5-1.1) entitles the surviving spouse to a share of the estate, regardless of what the Will states. The surviving spouse’s elective share is the greater of one-third of the estate or $50,000. If the value of the estate is less than $50,000, the surviving spouse receives the entire estate. The elective share is reduced by property that passes outright to the surviving spouse, such as jointly held property or as a named beneficiary of an account.

Likewise, the surviving spouse’s elective share includes not only assets passing through the Will, but to “testamentary substitutes” as well. Testamentary substitutes

include gifts made within one year of death, jointly owned property, retirement accounts, revocable trusts, and payableon-death accounts. Significantly, life insurance is not considered a testamentary substitute.

A few additional points to keep

in mind regarding the right to an elective share. First, one must have been legally married to the decedent at the time of death to exercise the right of election.

Divorced or annulled spouses or those who were legally separated at the time of death do not qualify.

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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES Notice of formation of Align OT, PLLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 7/12/2023. 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 Align OT, PLLC, 26 CHATEAU DR., MANORVILLE, NY 11949. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

L15614 11/15/2023, 11/22/2023, 11/29/2023, 12/6/2023, 12/13/2023 & 12/20/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK INDEX NO.: 615421/2023 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; FAIRFIELD ON THE BAY LLC; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE STUDENT LOAN TRUST 2006 A; NATIONAL COLLEGIATE STUDENT LOAN TRUST 2007 1 A DELAWARE STATUTORY TRUST; STATE OF NEW YORK; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; SOLARCITY CORPORATION; TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION and “JOHN DOE 1’ through “JOHN DOE 12”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises or corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises,

Plaintiff Designates SUFFOLK County as the Place of Trial Defendants.

Premises: 25 Patchogue TO THE ABOVE-NAMED Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY Venus is based upon the SUMMONED to answer county in which the premises the Complaint int his action are situated. and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint DEUTSCHE BANK is not serviced with this NATIONAL TRUST Summons, to serve a notice COMPANY, AS of appearance, on the INDENTURED TRUSTEE Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within FOR NEW CENTURY 20 days after the service of HOME EQUITY LOAN this Summons, exclusive TRUST 2004-1, of the day of service (or within 30 days after service Plaintiff, is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to -againstyou within the State of New York); the United States COLLEEN T. MURPHY- of America may appear or GAZZO; Unknown heirs answer within 60 days of at law of KATHLEEN service hereof; and in case A. LYNCH-MURPHY, of your failure to appear or DECEASED, their answer, judgment will be respective heirs-at-law, taken against you by default next of kin, , distributees, for the relief demanded in executors, administrators, the Complaint. trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, TO THE ABOVE NAMED and successors in interest, DEFENDANTS: The and generally all persons foregoing Summons having or claiming, under, is served upon you by by or through said defendant publication pursuant to an who may be deceased, by Order of the Hon. S. Betsy purchase, inheritance, lien Heckman Torres, a Justice or otherwise, any right of the Supreme Court, title or interest in and to Suffolk County, entered Oct. the premises described in 26, 2023 and filed with the the complaint herein, all of complaint and other papers whom and whose names in the Suffolk County Clerk’s and places or residence are Office. unknown to the plaintiff;

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on April 26, 2004 in Liber M00020724, Page 865, covering premises known as 25 Patchogue Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 a/k/a District 0204, Section 019.00, Block 04.00, Lot 053.000.

LATE ANTHONY R. DILEVA A/K/A TONY R. DILEVA, IF LIVING, AND IF ANY BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS WHO ARE SPOUSES, WIDOWS, GRANTEES, MORTGAGEES, LIENORS, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES, E X E C U T O R S , ADMINISTRATORS, OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF SUCH OF THEM AS MAY BE DEAD, AND THEIR SPOUSES, HEIRS, DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES AND PLACES OF RESIDENCE ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY, ANTHONY JAMES DILEVA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, ANTHONY DILEVA JR., DAWN DILEVA, Defendants.

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. To the above named Defendants: DATED: September 26, 2023 You are hereby summoned New York, New York to answer the complaint in Michael C. Manniello, Esq. this action and to serve a 261 Madison Avenue copy of your answer, or if 9th Floor, Suite 940 the complaint is not served New York, NY 10016 with this summons, to serve Phone: 929-504-70005 a notice of appearance on the Email: mmanniello@ Plaintiff's attorneys within hillwallack.com thirty days after the service #100952 of this summons, exclusive of the day of service, and in L15623 11/22/2023, case of your failure to appear 11/29/2023, 12/6/2023 & or answer, judgment will be 12/13/2023 taken against you by default for the relief demanded in STATE OF NEW YORK the complaint.

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NOTICE YOU ARE IN SUPPLEMENTAL DANGER OF LOSING SUMMONS YOUR HOME Index No. 606270/2018 If you do not respond to this summons and WELLS FARGO BANK, complaint by serving a NA, copy of the answer on the Plaintiff, attorney for the mortgage company who filed this v. foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the ANY UNKNOWN answer with the court, a HEIRS, DEVISEES, default judgment may be DISTRIBUTEES OR entered and you can lose SUCCESSORS IN your home.

INTEREST OF THE 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. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of Honorable Susan Betsy Heckman Torres, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, signed the 2nd day of November, 2023 at Riverhead, New York.

The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage on the following property: Tax I.D. No. 0209-027.0002.00-026.000 f/k/a 0200980.70-02.00-026.000 All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Township of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, and described as follows, to wit: Lot Nos. 3783, 3784, 3785 and 3786, as designated and delineated on the map entitled, "Map of Mastic Beach, Suffolk County, Long Island, New York," and filed in the Suffolk County Clerk's Office the 3rd day of June, 1926, File No. 1004, said lots when taken together being more particularly bounded and described according to said map as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly line of Woodland Drive where the same is intersected by the division line between Lot 3786 and 3796, said point being also distant 100.00 feet northerly as measured along the westerly side of Woodland Drive from the corner formed by the intersection of the northerly side of Elm Road with the westerly side of Woodland Drive; RUNNING THENCE from said point or place of beginning along the northerly boundary lines of

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Lot 3796, 3795, 3794, 3793, 3792, south 78 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds west, 100.00 feet to the division line between Lot 3762 and 3786; RUNNING THENCE along the easterly boundary lines of Lot 3762, 3761, 3760 and 3759, north 11 degrees 25 minutes 00 seconds west, 80.00 feet to the division line between Lot 3782 and 3783; RUNNING THENCE along said last mentioned division line north 78 degrees 35 minutes 00 seconds east, 100.00 feet to the westerly side of Woodland Drive; RUNNING THENCE along the westerly side of Woodland Drive, south 11 degree 25 minutes 00 seconds east, 80.00 feet to the division line first above mentioned, the point or place of BEGINNING. Subject to easements, covenants, and restriction of record.

These premises are also known as 62 Woodland Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 L15635 11/29/2023, 12/6/2023, 12/13/2023 & 12/20/2023 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-9, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-9, Plaintiff, Against JOSEPH H. PACIFICO JR. A/K/A JOSEPH H. PACIFICO, SUSAN PACIFICO, ET AL. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 02/07/2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738, on 1/9/2024 at 12:30PM, premises known as 64 B Senix Avenue, Center Moriches, New York 11934, And Described As

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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES Follows:

L15625 12/6/2023, TRUST, MORTGAGE 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023 & P A S S - T H R O U G H ALL that certain plot piece 12/27/2023 CERTIFICATES, SERIES or parcel of land, with the 2005-6 is the Plaintiff and buildings and improvements SUPREME COURT OF JESSE WATKINS, ET AL. thereon erected, situate, THE STATE OF NEW are the Defendant(s). I, the lying and being at Center YORK - COUNTY OF undersigned Referee will Moriches In The Town Of SUFFOLK sell at public auction at the Brookhaven, County Of BROOKHAVEN TOWN Suffolk And State Of New HSBC BANK HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE York.

USA, NATIONAL HILL, FARMINGVILLE, ASSOCIATION, AS NY 11738, on January 8, District 0200 Section 912.00 TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE 2024 at 11:00AM, premises Block 03.00 Lot 001.000 ALT-A SECURITIES known as 9 SABRINA The approximate amount of INC. MORTGAGE LOAN DRIVE, EASTPORT, the current Judgment lien is TRUST, MORTGAGE NY 11941: District 0200, $1,512,233.09 plus interest P A S S - T H R O U G H Section 682.00, Block 03.00, and costs. The Premises will CERTIFICATES, SERIES Lot 024.007: be sold subject to provisions 2005-6, of the aforesaid Judgment of ALL THAT CERTAIN Foreclosure and Sale; Index # V. PLOT, PIECE OR 612827/2020 PARCEL OF LAND JESSE WATKINS, ET AL. WITH THE BUILDINGS The referee does NOT accept AND IMPROVEMENTS cash. Only bank and certified NOTICE OF SALE THEREON, ERECTED, checks made payable to SITUATE, LYING Michael T. Clancy as referee NOTICE IS HEREBY AND BEING AT will be accepted.

GIVEN pursuant to a Final EASTPORT, TOWN Judgment of Foreclosure OF BROOKHAVEN, Michael Clancy, Esq., dated September 5, 2023, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Referee. and entered in the Office AND STATE OF NEW MCCABE, WEISBERG of the Clerk of the County YORK & CONWAY, LLC, 10 of Suffolk, wherein HSBC Midland Avenue, Suite 205, BANK USA, NATIONAL Premises will be sold Port Chester, NY 10573 ASSOCIATION, AS subject to provisions of Dated: 11/6/23 File TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE filed Judgment Index # Number: 19-302250 SH ALT-A SECURITIES 605948/2016.

Thomas INC. MORTGAGE LOAN Zawyrucha, Esq. - Referee.

PROBATE CITATION

TO:

File No. 2023-350/A SURROGATE’S COURT – SUFFOLK COUNTY CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the Grace of God Free and Independent John May, Ciro Bianco, Joseph Ganci, Salvatore Ganci, The distributees, heirs at law and next of kin of MARY A. BIANCO, deceased, if any be living; and if any be dead, their respective distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, legatees, devisees, executors, administrators, assigns and successors in interest all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence, being any persons interested in the estate of MARY A. BIANCO, deceased as distributees or otherwise.

A petition having been filed by the Public Administrator of Suffolk County, whose principal office is at 300 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York 11901.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Suffolk County, at 320 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York, on January 30, 2024 , at 9:30 o’clock in the fore noon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of Mary A. Bianco, lately domiciled at 29 Patricia Lane, Patchogue, New York, admitting to probate a Will dated June 8, 1994, a copy of which is attached, as the Will of Mary A. Bianco, deceased, relating to real and personal property and that [

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Letters Testamentary issue to:

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Letters of Trusteeship issue to:

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Letters of Administration c.t.a. issue to: Public Administrator of Suffolk County NO IN-PERSON APPEARANCE IS REQUIRED.

If you oppose the Court granting the relief requested on this citation, you must file verified objections, with the appropriate filing fee, or inform the Court in writing of your intention to file verified objections using the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF), except that unrepresented parties may file verified objections, with the appropriate filing fee, or respond indicating such intent by mail provided that the Court receives the verified objections or response on or before the second day preceding the date listed above. Failure to do so will result in an assumption that you do not object to the Court granting relief in this matter and no further notice will be given to you.

HON. VINCENT J. MESSINA, JR. Dated, Attested, and Sealed Surrogate November 16

,2023

Doreen A. Quinn, Chief Clerk

Robert J. Cimino, Esq. Attorney for Petitioner

631.755.0101 Telephone Number

1377 Motor Parkway, Suite 400, Islandia, New York 11749 Address of Attorney [NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. You have the right to have an attorney appear for you. You may request one adjournment provided that the Court receives such request in writing on or before the second day preceding the date listed above. No further adjournments shall be granted absent good cause shown] P-5 (Suffolk 5/4/2022)

L15636 - 11/29/2023, 12/6/2023, 12/13/2023 & 12/20/2023

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. L15642 12/6/2023, 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023 & 12/27/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT SOUTH HAVEN IN THE TOWNSHIP OF BROOKHAVEN COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612930/2017. Daniel Panico, 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.

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE INVESTMENT TRUST 2005-1, L15643 12/6/2023, 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023 & V. 12/27/2023

Of Brookhaven, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York.

District 0200 Section 967.00 Block 03.00 Lot 040.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $202,980.94 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 615765/2019 Erin M. McTiernan, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 11/6/23 File Number: 19-301611 SH L15645 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023, 12/27/2023, & 1/3/2024 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,

AMPARO LARA A/K/A NOTICE OF SALE V. LARA AMPARO A/K/A SUPREME COURT CHRISTINA MORAN AS AMPARO G. LARA, ET AL. COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE NOTICE OF SALE WELLS FARGO OF THE ESTATE OF BANK, NATIONAL PHYLLIS DELVALLE, ET NOTICE IS HEREBY ASSOCIATION, AS AL. GIVEN pursuant to a Final TRUSTEE FOR OPTION NOTICE OF SALE Judgment of Foreclosure ONE MORTGAGE LOAN dated September 25, TRUST 2007-CP1, ASSETIS HEREBY 2018, and entered in the BACKED CERTIFICATES, NOTICE GIVEN pursuant to a Final Office of the Clerk of SERIES 2007-CPI, Judgment of Foreclosure the County of Suffolk, dated June 27, 2023, and wherein DEUTSCHE Plaintiff, entered in the Office of BANK NATIONAL Against the Clerk of the County of TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE PAUL WAGNER A/K/A Suffolk, wherein BANK OF FOR AMERICAN PAUL J. WAGNER, ET AL. NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, HOME MORTGAGE N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR INVESTMENT TRUST Defendant(s) MORTGAGE ASSETS 2005-1 is the Plaintiff and AMPARO LARA A/K/A Pursuant to a Judgment MANAGEMENT SERIES I LARA AMPARO A/K/A of Foreclosure and Sale, TRUST is the Plaintiff and AMPARO G. LARA, ET duly entered 03/22/2023, CHRISTINA MORAN AS AL. are the Defendant(s). I, I, the undersigned Referee, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE the undersigned Referee will will sell at public auction, OF THE ESTATE OF sell at public auction at the at Brookhaven Town PHYLLIS DELVALLE, ET BROOKHAVEN TOWN Hall, 1 Independence Hill, AL. are the Defendant(s). I, HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE Farmingville, NY 11738, the undersigned Referee will HILL, FARMINGVILLE, on 1/11/2024 at 12:30PM, sell at public auction at the NY 11738, on January 8, premises known as 43 Adobe BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE 2024 at 11:00AM, premises Drive, FARMINGVILLE, known as 130 AUBORN Shirley, New York 11967, HILL, NY 11738, on January AVENUE, SHIRLEY, And Described As Follows: NY 11967: District 0200, ALL that certain plot piece 11, 2024 at 10:30AM, Section 783.00, Block 04.00, or parcel of land, with the premises known as 17 BOULEVARD, Lot 024.000: buildings and improvements LAURIE thereon erected, situate, CENTEREACH, NY 11720: ALL THAT CERTAIN lying and being in the Town District 0200, Section 513.00,

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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES Block 02.00, Lot 036.000:

and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 619691/2020.

COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING IN THE TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK Giuseppe Rosini, Esq., Referee Premises will be sold subject to provisions of Adam Leitman Bailey, filed Judgment Index # P.C., Attn: Jackie Halpern 614521/2019.

Annette Weinstein, Esq., One Battery Eaderesto, Esq. - Referee. Park Plaza, 18th Floor, New Robertson, Anschutz, York, New York 10004, Tel: Schneid, Crane & Partners, 212.825.0365, Attorneys for PLLC 900 Merchants Plaintiff Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, L15650 – 12/6/2023, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023, & All foreclosure sales 12/27/2023 will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 Notice of formation of guidelines including, M. D. BEHVAIORAL but not limited to, social CONSULTING LLC, a distancing and mask limited liability company. wearing. *LOCATION Articles of Organization filed OF SALE SUBJECT with the Secretary of State TO CHANGE DAY OF of the State of New York IN ACCORDANCE (SSNY) on 8/25/2023. Office WITH COURT/CLERK located in Suffolk County.

DIRECTIVES. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY L15647 – 12/6/2023, shall mail a copy of any 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023, & process served against the 12/27/2023 LLC to MOLLIE DENNIS, 42 UNION AVE., CENTER NOTICE OF SALE MORICHES, NY 11934.

Purpose: any lawful purpose.

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, L15653 12/6/2023, WILMINGTON SAVINGS 12/13/2023, 12/20/2023, FUND SOCIETY, FSB, 12/27/2023, 1/3/2024 & D/B/A CHRISTIANA 1/10/2024 TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY Certificate of Assumed BUT SOLELY AS Name OWNER TRUSTEE OF Office of the Minnesota RESIDENTIAL CREDIT Secretary of State OPPORTUNITIES TRUST Minnesota Statutes, Chapter II, Plaintiff, vs. 2020 333 PROSPECT INC., ET AL., Defendant(s).

The filing of an assumed Pursuant to a Judgment of name does not provide a user Foreclosure and Sale duly with exclusive rights to that entered on October 24, 2023, name. The filing is required I, the undersigned Referee for consumer protection in will sell at public auction order to enable customers to at the Brookhaven Town be able to identify the true Hall, 1 Independence Hill, owner of a business.

Farmingville, NY 11738 ASSUMED NAME: on January 8, 2024 at 10:30 SHESHENA KEONA a.m., premises known as PLEDGER 169 Huguenot Drive, Mastic PRINCIPAL PLACE OF Beach, NY 11951. All that BUSINESS: care of 1386 certain plot, piece or parcel William Floyd Parkway of land, with the buildings Shirley New York 00000 and improvements thereon USA erected, situate, lying and NAMEHOLDER(S): being in the Town of Name: Brookhaven, County of Address: Suffolk and State of New York, District 0200, Section SHESHENA K. PLEDGER 980.50, Block 09.00 and care of 1386 William Floyd Lot 036.000. Approximate Parkway Shirley New York amount of judgment is 00000 USA $253,519.05 plus interest Sheshena- K: Pledger,

Authorized Representative care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA

Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA Sheshena K Pledger care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA

Sheshena- K: Pledger, Statutory Agent care of 1386 William Floyd Sheshena K. Pledger Parkway Shirley New York care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA 00000 USA Sheshena Pledger care of 1386 William Floyd SHESHENA PLEDGER Parkway Shirley New York care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA 00000 USA SHESHENA K PLEDGER c/o 1386 William Floyd SIGNED BY: SheshenaParkway Shirley New York Keona:Pledger, Authorized Representative 00000 USA MAILING ADDRESS: None Provided Sheshena Keona Pledger c/o 1386 William Floyd EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL sheshena_ Parkway Shirley New York NOTICES: pledger@yahoo.com 00000 USA Sheshena- Keona: Pledger, Authorized Representative care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA

Work Item 1428900200021 Original File Number 1428900200021 STATE OF MINNESOTA OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FILED 11/17/2023

Sheshena- Keona: Pledger, Statutory Agent Care of 1386 William Floyd L15654 – 12/6/2023 & Parkway Shirley New York 12/13/2023 00000 USA Town of Brookhaven RFP 23-14 Pledger Keona Sheshena care of 1386 William Floyd Request for Proposals Parkway Shirley New York (RFP) 00000 USA Sheshena K Pledger c/o 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA Sheshena- Keona: Pledger, Statutory Agent care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA Sheshena- Keona: Pledger, Authorized Representative c/o 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York 00000 USA

The Division of Purchasing on behalf of the Highway Department, Division of Stormwater is soliciting proposals from qualified Proposers to provide engineering services for the Old Neck Road Infiltration project, located in the hamlet of Center Moriches.

Proposal Due Date: January 18, 2024 by 4:30 PM (Advertised: December 14, 2023)

Sheshena- Keona: Pledger, Statutory Agent c/o 1386 William Floyd SCOPE OF WORK: Parkway Shirley New York The Town of Brookhaven 00000 USA is soliciting proposals from qualified firms / proposers to Pledger Keona Sheshena c/o 1386 William Floyd provide engineering services Parkway Shirley New York for the Old Neck Road Infiltration project, located 00000 USA in the hamlet of Center Moriches.

Sheshena Keona Pledger care of 1386 William Floyd Parkway Shirley New York The specifications for this RFP are available beginning 00000 USA December 14, 2023 and may be obtained by: Sheshena Pledger c/o 1386 William Floyd

• Preferred Method: - Accessing website: Municipal Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): Register and Download the documents

of each month, 7:30 PM, at the East Moriches Fire House. There will also be a Budget Hearing held at the East Moriches Fire House on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 7:00 PM.

Timeline

This notification is given pursuant to the provisions • Ad Date: December 14, of Section 94 of the Public 2023 Officers Law of the State of • Technical questions due New York. by: December 28, 2023 by 4:30 PM BOARD OF FIRE o Must be in writing: email COMMISSIONERS to: EAST MORICHES FIRE - P u r c h a s i n g G r o u p @ DISTRICT BrookhavenNY.gov o Contact number: 631- Robert Kanas, 451-6252 District Secretary • Q&A Addendum Issued: No later than January 4, 2024 Dated: December 4, 2023 • Proposals due: January 18, 2024 by 4:30 PM L15656 – 12/13/2023 o Submitted to Town of Brookhaven Purchasing NOTICE OF Division ORGANIZATIONAL o One Independence Hill, MEETING Farmingville, New York AND BUSINESS 11738 MEETINGS OF THE MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, and declare invalid any or that pursuant to a resolution all bids and to waive any of the Board of Fire informalities or irregularities Commissioners of the in the proposals received, Mastic Fire District, Town all in the best interests of of Brookhaven, County of the Town. The Town of Suffolk, State of New York, Brookhaven welcomes and the Annual Organizational encourages minorities and Meeting of the Board of women-owned businesses Fire Commissioners of said and HUD Section 3 District will be held at the businesses to participate in offices of the Fire District, the bidding process.

1080 Mastic Road, Mastic, New York at 7:00 PM LATE PROPOSALS WILL (prevailing time) on the 8th BE REJECTED day of January, 2024, with the regular monthly business L15655 – 12/13/2023 meeting of the District to follow immediately NOTICE OF MEETING thereafter; and The annual Organizational Meeting of the East Moriches Fire District will be held on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at 7:30 PM at the East Moriches Fire House. The regular monthly meeting will follow. The subsequent regular monthly meetings of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Moriches Fire District will be held on the first Monday of each month, 7:30 PM, at the East Moriches Fire House except that the September monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. The regular monthly workshop meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the East Moriches Fire District will be held on the third Monday

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PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that pursuant to a resolution of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Mastic Fire District, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of New York, the Regular Monthly Business Meetings of the Board of Fire Commissioners of said District will be held at the offices of the Fire District, 1080 Mastic Road, Mastic, New York at 8:00 PM (prevailing time) on the 1st Monday of every month for calendar year 2024.

Dated: December 4, 2023

BY ORDER OF BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS THE

THE OF

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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES MASTIC FIRE DISTRICT By: RUDOLPH A. SUNDERMAN, JR., Secretary L15657 – 12/13/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

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.

U.S. BANK NATIONAL L15658 12/13/2023, A S S O C I A T I O N , 12/20/2023, 12/27/2023 & AS TRUSTEE FOR 1/3/2024 AMERICAN HOME M O R T G A G E TOWN OF INVESTMENT TRUST BROOKHAVEN 2005-4A, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NY V. GREGG LUBONTY, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated October 5, 2021, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME M O R T G A G E INVESTMENT TRUST 2005-4A is the Plaintiff and GREGG LUBONTY, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the SOUTHAMPTON TOWN HALL, 116 HAMPTON ROAD, SOUTHAMPTON, NY 11968, on January 17, 2024 at 11:00AM, premises known as 288 MONTAUK HWY, SOUTHAMPTON, NY 11968: District 0900, Section 234.00, Block 01.00, Lot 009.008: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT SHINNECOCK HILLS, TOWN OF SOUTHAMPTON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Brookhaven welcomes and TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN encourages minorities and women-owned businesses L15663 – 12/13/2023 and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate. +LEGAL NOTICE For additional information NOTICE OF call (631) 451-6252 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE LATE PROPOSALS WILL MANORVILLE FIRE BE REJECTED DISTRICT L15659 – 12/13/2023 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, NOTICE TO PROPOSERS Farmingville, NY 11738, for the following item(s) on the Proposals will be received dates indicated:

by Town of Brookhaven, Purchasing Division, One Bid #23110 – Hot Mix Independence Hill, 3rd Asphalt Materials, Picked Floor, Farmingville, NY, Up at Plant---December 28, 11738 for: 2023 Bid #23112 – Parts & Labor Request for Proposals to Repair Heavy Equipment, (RFP) 23-13 RSMM (Rebid)--- December The Division of 28, 2023 Purchasing on behalf Bid #23113 – Collection of the Department of and Recycling of Electronic Housing and Community Waste (E-Waste) --Development is soliciting December 28, 2023 proposals from qualified Proposers to operate Specifications for the a rental assistance above-referenced bids will program. be available beginning Proposal Due Date: December 14, 2023.

January 19, 2024 by 4:30 PM Preferred Method • Access website: Municipal This project is being Market | Brookhaven, NY supported, in whole or (brookhavenny.gov): click in part, by federal award on link for Bids. number SLRFP1985 • Follow directions to awarded to the Town of register and download Brookhaven by the U.S. document.

Department of the Treasury. • Questions must be submitted in writing to the The RFP specifications are following e-mail: available December 14, 2023 P u r c h a s i n g G r o u p @ and may be obtained on: brookhavenny.gov

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• Questions must be submitted in writing by e-mail to: Premises will be sold P u r c h a s i n g G r o u p @ subject to provisions of brookhavenny.gov filed Judgment Index # 015940/2007.

Daniel The Town of Brookhaven Murphy, Esq. - Referee. reserves the right to reject Robertson, Anschutz, and declare invalid any or all Schneid, Crane & Partners, proposals and to waive any PLLC 900 Merchants informalities or irregularities Concourse, Suite 310, in the proposals received, Westbury, New York 11590, all in the best interests of Attorneys for Plaintiff. the Town. The Town of

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

Highway, Hauppauge, New York. The undersigned will hold a final public hearing of this acquisition, pursuant to Section 247 of the N.Y.S. General Municipal Law, at the Division of Real Property Acquisition and Management on the 21st day of December, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., at which time all PLEASE TAKE NOTICE interested persons will be that the 2024 Organizational heard.

Meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Michael Brown Manorville Fire District Acquisition Unit Supervisor will be held on Monday, Dated: December 8, 2023 January 8th, 2024, at 7:00PM Hauppauge, N.Y. (Prevailing Time) at the District Office, 14 Silas L15665 – 12/13/2023 Carter Road, Manorville, New York.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC Regular Meetings of the HEARING Board of Fire Commissioners will be held on the first and NOTICE IS HEREBY third Monday of each month GIVEN that acquisitions at 7:00PM (Prevailing Time) have been proposed and during 2024. Should the contracts prepared under first or third Monday of the county the New Suffolk month fall on an observed County ¼ % Drinking Water federal legal holiday, the Protection Program-Open regular meeting will take Space-PayGo as follows: place on the following SITE regular business day.

Sachem School District

BY ORDER OF THE TAX MAP NO. BOARD OF FIRE 0200-764.00-02.00-039.000 COMMISSIONERS OF OWNER MANORVILLE FIRE DISTRICT, Towns of Union Free School District Brookhaven and Riverhead, No. 10 Town County of Suffolk, New of Islip, n/k/a Sachem School District York.

Alexis Pellechia District Secretary/Treasurer Copies of the proposed contacts can be seen at the office of the Suffolk L15664 – 12/13/2023 County Department of NOTICE OF PUBLIC Economic Development HEARING and Planning, Division of Real Property Acquisition NOTICE IS HEREBY and Management, H. Lee GIVEN that acquisitions Dennison Building, 2nd have been proposed and Floor, Veterans Memorial contracts prepared under Highway, Hauppauge, New county the New Suffolk York. The undersigned will County ¼ % Drinking Water hold a final public hearing Protection Program-Open of this acquisition, pursuant Space-PayGo as follows: to Section 247 of the N.Y.S. General Municipal Law, SITE at the Division of Real Southaven County Park Property Acquisition and Addition Management on the 21st TAX MAP NO. day of December, 2023 at 0200-744.00-02.00-009.000 10:00 a.m., at which time all 0200-744.00-02.00-010.000 interested persons will be OWNER heard.

Charles G. Pirrera Michael Brown Copies of the proposed Acquisition Unit Supervisor contacts can be seen at Dated: December 8, 2023 the office of the Suffolk Hauppauge, N.Y. County Department of Economic Development L15666 – 12/13/2023 and Planning, Division of Real Property Acquisition NOTICE OF and Management, H. Lee ORGANIZATIONAL Dennison Building, 2nd MEETING Floor, Veterans Memorial AND FIRST REGULAR

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MEETING OF THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF THE MIDDLE ISLAND FIRE DISTRICT FOR 2024 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Middle Island Fire District in the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, will hold its Organizational meeting at 6:00 P.M., on Thursday, January 04, 2024, at the District Office Building of the Middle Island Fire District, 195 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, New York.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the First Regular meeting of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Middle Island Fire District, in the Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, for the calendar year 2024, shall be held on Thursday, January 04, 2024, immediately following the Organizational Meeting at the District Office Building of the Middle Island Fire District, 195 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, New York.

Dated: Middle Island, New York December 8, 2023

By Order of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Middle Island Fire District Chrissy Rosenfeld, District Secretary L15667 – 12/13/2023 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 12/26/2023 at approx. 12:00pm at www. storagetreasures.com A357 Justina Vaughan L07 Christina Holland L25 George Bernard 006 David Rubio 124 Scott Scavetta 306 Paige Perry 402 Charles Guerin 416 Darcy Sullivan 439 Christopher Velasquez 504 Angelic baez 571 Shamele Horsley 578 Keilen Woods 600 Jennifer Davis L15669 – 12/13/2023

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