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PAnewsPublished biweekly for Port Authority and PATH employees September 13, 2018 • Volume 17 • Number 18 Here’s to the Pillars of the Port Authority Always in Our Hearts View this slideshow for our fallen friends. September 11, 2001 Joseph Amatuccio, Christopher C. Amoroso, Jean A. Andrucki, Richard A. Aronow, Ezra Photos: Conrad Barclay Conrad Photos: Aviles, Arlene T. Babakitis, James W. Barbella, Maurice V. Barry, Margaret L. Benson, Daniel D. Bergstein, Edward Calderon, Liam Callahan, Robert D. Cirri, Carlos DaCosta, Dwight D. Darcy, Niurka The 2018 Pillars of the Port Authority (from left): Norberto Franqui, Amy Hwang, Alice Ring, Davila, Clinton Davis, Frank A. De Martini, Teena Bacchus, Steven Basic, and Wallace “Wally” Caban. William F. Fallon, Stephen J. Fiorelli, John Fisher, Donald A. Foreman, Gregg J. Like the towers that have risen from the bedrock of the World Trade Center site, these six Froehner, Barry H. Glick, Rosa Gonzalez, Pillars of the Port Authority stand tall and shine brightly – bringing us pride, strength, and Thomas E. Gorman, Joseph F. Grillo, Ken G. inspiration. Grouzalis, Patrick A. Hoey, Uhuru G. Last week, the recipients of the 2018 Pillars of the PA Awards were honored in front of a Houston, George G. Howard, Stephen packed house in the Board Room at 4 World Trade Center, as part of the official kickoff of the Huczko, Anthony P. Infante Jr., Prem N. 11th annual Remembrance Through Renewal Program. Jerath, Mary S. Jones, Paul W. Jurgens, Through the Pillars Awards, which were started in 2016, agency staff recognize colleagues Deborah H. Kaplan, Douglas G. Karpiloff, who embody the values of the PA employees who were lost in the WTC terrorist attacks. A Robert M. Kaulfers, Edward T. Keane, Frank Pillar of the PA honors the past by driving the agency and the region forward every day. Lalama, Paul Laszczynski, David P. Lemagne, John J. Lennon, John D. Levi, Neil Two PA staffers received the Pillar for Strength and Resilience: Wallace “Wally” Caban, D. Levin, Margaret S. Lewis, James F. Lynch, Engineering’s Chief of Construction; and Steven Basic, General Maintenance Supervisor in Robert H. Lynch, Myrna Maldonado, Kathy Staff Engineering Maintenance and Construction, a part of Operations Services’ Facility Mazza, Donald J. McIntyre, Walter A. Construction Support Division. McNeil, Deborah A. Merrick, Susan Three received the Pillar for Commitment to Public Service: Alice Ring, Port Authority Miszkowicz, Fred V. Morrone, Nancy Muniz, Police Officer at PATH; Amy Hwang, Senior Operations Planning Analyst in Tunnels, Bridges Joseph M. Navas, Pete Negron, James & Terminals; and Norberto Franqui, Bus Terminal Agent at the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Nelson, Alfonse J. Niedermeyer, David One received the Pillar for Industry Expertise: Teena Bacchus, Information Services Ortiz, Pablo Ortiz, James W. Parham, Nancy Audits Manager in Audit. E. Perez, Dominick A. Pezzulo, Eugene J. This year, more than 100 nominations were submitted, with nominees representing a Raggio, Judith Reese, Bruce A. Reynolds, diversity of tenures, job roles, and agency departments. For more on this year’s Pillars, Francis S. Riccardelli, Antonio J. Rodrigues, Richard Rodriguez, James A. Romito, go to page 3. Kalyan K. Sarkar, Anthony Savas, John P. Skala, Edward T. Strauss, Walwyn W. Port Authority Remembers Fallen Colleagues, Stuart, Kenneth F. Tietjen, Lisa L. Trerotola, Nathaniel Webb, Simon Weiser, Michael T. 17 Years Later Wholey, Louie A. Williams. Towers rise. A hub opens. Walkways February 26, 1993 appear. PATH and subways return. Robert Kirkpatrick, Stephen Knapp, Life flourishes. The region moves Barclay Conrad Photos: William Macko, Monica Rodriguez Smith forward. The world moves on. and her unborn child. And no one is forgotten – ever. In addition to our fallen PAPD heroes, we For the past 17 years, the Port remember the countless partners in the Authority has ensured that the first response, cleanup, and recovery efforts memory of the 84 people it lost on Chairman O’Toole (left) and Executive Director Cotton shared their who have sacrificed their health, and even 9/11 never fades. Their lives are condolences with the members of the PA family, and reflected on the their lives. remembered and memorialized with agency’s remarkable efforts ever since 9/11 to honor the fallen. continued on page 5> Port Director to As Region Marks 9/11 Anniversary, Long-Lost Depart, Join Harvard Pathways Restored at WTC Leadership Program Port Department Director Molly Campbell, a seasoned leader in the maritime industry who has overseen the East Mike Mahesh

Coast’s premier Services PA Audio/Visual port during a time of great The 1 subway train has returned to the WTC with the opening of the WTC Cortlandt station. Pictured here is the marble growth and mosaic adorning the walls of the station. The artwork, titled “CHORUS,” was created by renowned artist Ann Hamilton, development, and features text of the 1776 Declaration of Independence and the 1948 United Nations Universal Declaration of Human will depart the Rights. The marble text is raised, inviting visitors to touch it in order to create a more meaningful personal experience. Port Authority In the days leading to the 17th on October 26 to become a 2019 anniversary of 9/11, the World fellow in Harvard University’s Advanced Trade Center marked two major Leadership Initiative. redevelopment milestones, each The Advanced Leadership Initiative symbolizing the progress that the is a highly competitive program that Port Authority and its partners prepares experienced leaders to take have made in their most personal on new challenges and enhance their of duties – to build a path that ability to effect positive change in the brings the region forward. world. On the eve of 9/11, Executive Rudy King In a joint PA Broadcast, Chairman Director Rick Cotton, Chief of Kevin O’Toole and Executive Director Staff to the Chairman Peter Pictured at the unveiling of Cortlandt Way (from left): the Chairman’s Rick Cotton said, Ms. Campbell’s Simon, and Major Capital Projects Chief of Staff Peter Simon, Government & Community Relations – “unrelenting focus on continuous Chief Steve Plate on September NY’s Michael Lavery and Glenn Guzi, Executive Director Rick Cotton, improvement across all Port operations 10 commemorated the opening of MCP Chief Steve Plate and members of his team – Michael Grima, and infrastructure has continued to Cortlandt Way, a cobblestone Pat Donovan, Micheal Grieco, and Jeffrey Schramm. enhance the Port’s capabilities and walkway flanked by 4 WTC and 3 WTC, and connecting Greenwich and Church streets. propel its standing and competitiveness The new path, which is the latest construction project to improve pedestrian access at the among the international commerce WTC site, restores a segment of Cortlandt that has not existed since before the Twin community.” Towers were built. Under Ms. Campbell’s directorship, Executive Director Cotton spoke with WABC about the redevelopment at the WTC, the Port of New York & New Jersey has saying that the best tribute for those who were killed on 9/11 is “to bring back the World efficiently handled record cargo Trade Center site and campus with more energy and vibrancy than ever before.” volumes and marked major milestones, The opening of Cortlandt Way followed the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s including the completion of the Main historic opening on September 8 of the new WTC Cortlandt subway station linking to the Navigational Channel Deepening WTC Transportation Hub – restoring 1 train service at the site after the original Cortlandt Program and the Bayonne Bridge Street station was destroyed in the terrorist attacks. Navigational Clearance Project, and the “The Port Authority is proud to have partnered with the MTA on engineering to keep commencement of construction on the the 1 subway running as the World Trade Center was rebuilt,” said Executive Director agency’s fourth intermodal facility, Cotton in an MTA press release. “Today’s opening is the culmination of our mutual efforts ExpressRail Port Jersey. to restore all transit stations to the campus and enhance the overall customer experience.” Ms. Campbell is also recognized for leading her team in their ongoing July 2015 from Los Angeles World Airports, roles in national and international logistics development of a Port Master Plan, where she served as Director of Financial associations, having served as Chair of the which will help to guide sustainable Management Systems. Before LAWA, she American Association of Port Authorities’ development and growth for the next worked at the Port of Los Angeles, the Maritime Economic Development 30 years, prepare the PA to meet the nation’s busiest port complex, for 15 years Committee, and as Vice Chair of the challenges ahead, and foster the as its Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Finance Committee for the International continued success of the Port. Executive Director. Association of Ports and Harbors and the Ms. Campbell joined the agency in Ms. Campbell has also played active North American Region.

PA News • September 13, 2018 2 The 2018 Pillars of the Port Authority Winners continued from page 1

Strength & Resilience: Recipients Commitment to Public Service: Alice Ring (Pictured left) demonstrate perseverance in the face of Recipients demonstrate a strong Port Authority Police Officer, assigned to adversity, and an ability to adapt to changing commitment to upholding the public interest PATH, with five years of service; Nominated situations while continuing to perform at the amid competing priorities, interests, and by Sergeant Fabian Landa highest standard and with level-headedness influences, and dedication to developing in times of increased pressure. more effective and efficient methods of service delivery to respond to the needs of Steven Basic (Pictured left) the public. General Maintenance Supervisor, SEMAC in Operations Services’ Facility Construction Norberto Franqui (Pictured left) Support Division, with 36 years of Bus Terminal Agent, Port Authority Bus PA service; Nominated by Ray Bardeguez, Terminal with close to 35 years of PA Maintenance Group Supervisor, FCSD service; Nominated by Sam Orlan, Bus Terminal Operations Supervisor at PABT

Nomination highlights: PO Ring, a military veteran who supported rescue/ recovery efforts following 9/11, joined the PAPD to protect and serve the public. She’s proven that commitment through her actions in the line of duty, her leadership in the PA Police Hispanic Society, and in spearheading a charity drive to assist in Puerto Rico relief efforts after Hurricane Maria.

Nominations highlights: Mr. Basic Industry Expertise: Recipients successfully led the development of the Nomination highlights: Mr. Franqui possess an exceptional degree of $50 million flood mitigation system at the serves on the front lines of customer thoroughness, craftsmanship, and WTC, through his commitment to the PA, service with the utmost professionalism professional competency, and deliver expertise in his field, determination, and and dedication – this was exemplified by his lasting results in the workplace, including ability to quickly identify solutions for any assistance to the PAPD and public during the increasing efficiency or effectiveness in engineering issues that arose. December 2017 subway bombing. work processes or resolving a long- standing problem. Wallace “Wally” Caban (Pictured left) Amy Hwang (Pictured left) Chief of Construction in Engineering with Senior Operations Planning Analyst, TB&T Teena Bacchus (Pictured left) 32 years of PA Service; Nominated by with 33 years of PA service; Nominated by Information Services Audits Manager in Michael Wallace, Deputy Chief of Daniel Jacobs, TB&T Manager of Terminal Audit with 20 years of PA service; Construction Revenue Programs Nominated by Marie Roman, Principal Business Manager in Audit

Nomination highlights: Through his Nomination highlights: Ms. Hwang has Nomination highlights: Ms. Bacchus adaptability, diplomatic management style, demonstrated true loyalty and excellence in was the driving force to bring Audit into and commitment to staff, Mr. Caban led her work. This was best illustrated in the compliance with an audit automation tool daily construction management efforts for immediate aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, that will streamline processes, improve the Bayonne Bridge Navigational Clearance when she hopped into a truck and traveled efficiency, and reduce paper – one of many Project and effectively ameliorated delays through floodwaters to 2 Montgomery to examples of her loyalty, dedication, and to deliver the project. save critical toll data. technical expertise.

PA News • September 13, 2018 3 CAD Thanks Eco Trio Don’t Miss Two Staffers Showcase Talents on Screen, Stage

Cinéma Authorité George Naranjo Shauna Parker

Laverne Hardy Alquis Germosen Tyrone White

Operations Services’ Central Automotive Division wants to acknowledge three staffers who have put the pedal to the metal when it comes to reducing their carbon footprint. CAD, in conjunction with the Office of Environmental & Energy Programs, is Keith Armonaitis (third from left), writer of Missed, encouraging staff agencywide to use E85 (ethanol) instead of gasoline for their flexible- with fellow members of the cast and crew. fuel operational vehicles – supporting the Port Authority’s aggressive efforts toward greater Golden Door International Film Festival of environmental stewardship. Jersey City will show a screening of Missing, Laverne Hardy, Port Authority Police Officer at LaGuardia Airport, leads the pack with a short film written by Keith Armonaitis, having used 641 gallons of E85 so far. If she used that same amount in gasoline, that Innovation Lab Lead in the Technology would’ve resulted in about 2,700 kilograms in anthropogenic carbon emissions (emissions Department, on Saturday, September 22 at caused by human activity). 1 p.m., at the Liberty State Park Railroad Following in second is Tyrone White, General Maintainer at John F. Kennedy Terminal. International Airport, who used 613 gallons – also reducing anthropogenic CO2 emissions In Missed, a young man meets with his by about 2,700 kilograms. Alquis Germosen, LGA Airport Operations Agent, takes third estranged father after a four-year absence, hoping they can reconnect before their place with his use of 517 gallons – equal to a reduction of 2,294 kilograms of ideological differences keep them apart anthropogenic CO2. forever. Their combined carbon reductions are the equivalent of taking close to two gasoline- To purchase a ticket, click here. fueled cars off the road for a year. It’s a seemingly small victory, but remember these are just the top three. Through the efforts of all the PA’s eco-friendly drivers, the agency has The Bard of the Port reduced anthropogenic CO2 emissions by more than 96,317 kilograms this year. Daniel Duffy, “These three individuals have made a notable impact in the agency, as well as the Port Principal Policy District,” said CAD Manager David Bobbitt, “and everyone else who uses a fleet vehicle Analyst in the Office has the opportunity to do so, too.” of Diversity & CAD and OEEP encourage everyone to pump E85. Every gallon makes a difference. Inclusion’s Civil Rights Unit, will play Duke Vincentio in the Staten Island PA News Correction: Recognizing a PATH Rail-Blazer Shakespeare Several editions ago, PA News ran a are worthy of Theatre Company’s story on the historic career achievement note, as are production of of the Port Department’s Nancy those of so Measure for Daniel Duffy will portray Kowalewski, who was reported to many other Measure at Fort Duke Vincentio in Wadsworth in S.I. on Measure for Measure. have been the first woman in the Port trailblazers (or September 15, 16, 22, and 23. Show in this case, Authority to be named Chief begins at 4 p.m. each day. Maintenance Supervisor (FM-6). rail-blazers) at Measure for Measure, considered one However, PA News was notified that the PA. PA of Shakespeare’s problem plays due to its PATH Manager of Asset Management News is ambiguous tone, is set in Vienna. Tracy Mallue was the first woman to committed as The play centers on the city’s duke (Mr. achieve this title (FMT-6) on the PATH always to report Tracy Mallue, the first woman to Duffy), who departs on holiday and leaves side, back in 2012. It’s long overdue that on these and become a Chief Maintenance control to a strict judge, who moves to Ms. Mallue is recognized. This definitely any other Supervisor in PATH. enforce harsh laws to rid Vienna of warrants that the newsletter make a accomplishments by staffers or retirees. debauchery. Unbeknownst to the judge, the clarification on the record here and now. If you’ve got a great story to share, be duke has returned in disguise and has plans of his own. Both Ms. Mallue and Ms. sure to email [email protected]. Admission’s free, but seats are limited. Kowalewski’s career accomplishments To reserve a seat, get a ticket here.

PA News • September 13, 2018 4 Calendar Air Show Returns to SWF PAPD Heroes Tournament September 20, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Willowbrook Park in Staten Island. Rain date is September 21. Active and retired members of the Port Authority Police will take the field for the annual 38 Heroes Memorial Softball Tournament, held each year around the anniversary of 9/11 to honor the brave men and women of the PAPD who have been lost in the line Looking for a fun and exciting way to end the summer? Had enough trips to the beach, but of duty. still want to get out of the house and do something completely different? Earn Your Degree Then pack the car and bring the family up to New York Stewart International Airport this weekend for the annual New York Air Show! Two open house sessions (noon to 1 p.m., On September 15 and 16, SWF airspace will be taken over by some of the best stunt and 4 to 6 p.m.) will be held on pilots in the world. Headlining this year will be the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and their September 17 and 24 at EWR, Administration Building, General F-16s. Manager’s Conference Room on the Joining them in the skies will be a variety of other flight demonstrations showcasing second floor. Fairleigh Dickinson University, different generations of aircraft design and technology, such as the B-17 Flying Fortress, the in conjunction with the PA, offers a part- P-40 Warkawk, and the C-17 Globemaster III. time undergraduate and graduate program SWF has got the need for speed, as do the thousands expected to attend this year’s Air for adult learners, with a 50 percent tuition Show. Do you? Get your tickets today by visiting www.nyairshow.com. reduction off the regular tuition price. Courses are available at various facilities as well as online. For more details, attend an PA Remembers Fallen Colleagues, 17 Years Later open house or contact Paulette Laubsch at continued from page 1> 201 692-6523 or [email protected]. every project milestone the PA reaches, every challenge the PA overcomes, every person that the PA serves. PA Softball League Reunion In keeping with this untiring commitment, members of the agency convened at their September 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Franco annual interfaith service this past Tuesday at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church in Lower Field, Roberto Clemente Sports Complex, Manhattan. in Jersey City. All staffers, retirees, and Attendees included current and retired staffers, former executives and commissioners, loved ones are invited to the third annual and public officials. Together, they honored the fallen and recognized the promise that the Port Authority Softball League Reunion. PA has kept to them, their families, and the region every day since the one day that Catch up with friends, make new ones, changed everything. and experience the fun and camaraderie “We can’t forget how our Port Authority family responded and the resiliency they that characterized the old PA softball league, a 50-year tradition last held in showed in the aftermath of the tragedy,” Chairman Kevin O’Toole said. “We need to re- 2011, which some staffers hope to dedicate ourselves – today, tomorrow, and every day – to those we lost and those who are generate interest around once again. If you still with us – to live each day with a sense of renewal and a sense of purpose, that speaks want to show your support, be sure to get well of them and remembers them.” out there on September 22. There will be “On one terrible day 17 years ago, Port Authority staff lost friends, lost colleagues, and a barbecue afterwards. To RSVP, email lost their headquarters.” Executive Director Rick Cotton said. “With extraordinary passion, Engineering’s David Warren at strength, and resilience, the colleagues of those who were lost rallied in the moment to get [email protected]. the agency back in business within days, and have worked tirelessly ever since to bring the agency and the World Trade Center site back stronger and more vibrant than ever.” Last Wed. of the Month Club The themes of remembrance, resilience, and tribute through action were powerfully September 26 at noon, at In Napoli conveyed in the remarks of the Chairman and Executive Director, as well as this year’s Restaurant in Fort Lee. Don’t miss catching three guest speakers – New York up with your PA friends at the Last colleagues to contribute in any way they can. Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, New Wednesday of the Month Club lunch. For Donation drop-off locations are located in the Jersey Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, more details, contact Tony Cappolecchia and New York City First Deputy Mayor at 201 259-6971. 17th floor elevator bank of 4 WTC, as well as in employee areas at facilities. See flyer for full list Dean Fuleihan. of suggested items. Homemade items cannot Their words helped to narrate the PAVA Care Package Drive be accepted. To help cover shipping and supply remarkable real-life story of rebirth that has September 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 4 costs, staff can make a monetary donation of unfolded just a few blocks outside the WTC, 23rd floor, Conference Room 2. $20, which can be sent via interoffice mail to church doors at the 16-acre WTC site, upon Show your support for the troops. The Port Ryan Flanagan (4WTC – 17th Floor) or which the agency has built an enduring Authority Veterans Association is running a Venmo @PortAuthority-VeteransAssociat. Any tribute to those lost and a symbol of care package event and is asking for questions can be directed to [email protected]. strength for all the world to recognize.

PA News • September 13, 2018 5 PAPD Unites Lost Person With Family PA Family News Four members of the Port Authority Police were At the end of the day, the Port Authority is met with tears of joy and relief after reuniting an one big family… whose family business just elderly woman with family after finding her happens to be moving the world. And this wandering in a high-traffic area at LaGuardia family loves to share happy news about its Airport. members. On the evening of August 21, Sergeant Ariel See below for some staffers who are Veloz observed a woman walking in the celebrating important moments in their life. roadway near Guard Post 1, which is not Scott Glazer If you have heard of other moments that designed for pedestrian access, and immediately the family would love to hear about, email stopped to check on her welfare. [email protected]. Working through a language barrier, Sgt. From left: Det. Adams-Bracey, Det. Vaughn, PO Veloz determined the woman left her house six Morris, the woman and her family and Sgt Veloz. HRD Staffer Says ‘I do’ hours prior and was lost, confused, and unable to provide useful personal information. He See, folks in immediately transported her to PAPD command and requested an evaluation from Human Emergency Medical Services. Resources don’t Detectives Jennifer Adams-Bracey and Robbie Vaughn and Police Officer always say no. Samantha Morris worked with Sgt. Veloz and together pieced together the woman’s Last month, HRD Staff information so they can contact her family. They were successful, and the family was Business reunited at the PAPD station at LGA. Manager Ednalee Bistate Coalition Gets Youngsters Ready for Serrano and Angel Vazquez were married at School Year Cade Fritz The Raritan Inn The Port Authority Police Bistate Coalition in Califon, New last week held its fifth annual book bag and Jersey. school supplies giveaway at South 17th In addition to family and friends, the Street Elementary School in Newark, bride and groom were joined by a rainstorm providing students with a variety of on their big day. But it’s common essential items to start out the new school knowledge that rain on your wedding day is

year. Yolanda Hawkins good luck, which is what PA News and The giveaway was the latest opportunity colleagues want to wish the newlyweds, for the coalition to bridge relationships along with a lifetime of health and between law enforcement and the agency’s happiness. You know what is also good luck, communities – including educators, according to HRD? Invoice submissions! children, and their families – and support the PA’s goal of being a positive force in the That’s what they told us, Ms. Serrano- neighborhoods in which it operates. Vazquez. Coalition participants at the giveaway include (from left) Police Officers Laverne Hardy, Jonathan Eccles, Michael Pampalone, and Andre Phillips, Bistate Coalition PA Baby on Board President/Sergeant Atiba Joseph-Cumberbatch, and (not pictured) PO Marcus Credle. The Port Authority’s Labor Talent Ambassadors Continue Important Job Relations team has a new junior A region can’t move without the Port negotiator. She’s Authority. And the PA can’t fulfill this not fluent in mission without continuing to attract labor law per se, talented and passionate people to fill open but she’s got her agency roles. degree in being Recognizing the importance of the adorable, and is agency’s talent recruitment outreach, Law sure to get Darcy Ryan Claims Manager Karl Lunan (pictured everyone at the left) and Audit Senior Auditor Allan table to agree to Focarino (right) serve as dedicated Talent that. Ambassadors – connecting with potential Labor Relations Executive Ryan Darcy and his wife just welcomed a baby girl. Rory candidates at job fairs across the region and promoting the variety of fulfilling career Marie Darcy was born on August 23, opportunities available at the PA. weighing eight pounds, 12 ounces. Their latest outing was the Council for Airport Opportunity’s Summer 2018 Aviation PA News and colleagues congratulate Job Fair at Queens Borough Hall, where they met with many qualified candidates and the Darcy family on this bundle of joy, and even got to chat with Queens Borough President Melinda Katz (pictured center). If you’re wish them the very best. interested in serving as a Talent Ambassador, email Steve Rizzo at [email protected]. PA News • September 13, 2018 6