TIPublished forM the BoroughES of Queens VOLUME 24, NO. 16 THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 25 CENTS Council Member Vallone Marches in Bayside Little League Parade
Council Member Paul Vallone marches with Bayside Little League President Bob Reid, the 111th Precinct’s Lieutenant Sean Dolphin and Little Leaguers during the Bayside Little League’s annual Opening Day Parade on April 14th. “Play ball! Congratulations to the Bayside Little League for kicking off another baseball season in Northeast Queens with their annual Opening Day Parade,” said Council Member Paul Vallone. “Since 1953, this organization has taught our local kids the importance of teamwork and fostered a love for America’s pastime. It’s always an honor to be a part of this great community tradition!” A Beverage Maker, a Pair of Art Educators, and Two Tech Innovators Pheffer Amato, Addabbo Announce Win QEDC’s 2019 StartUP! Contest- Expansion of Resident Rebate Program
Pictured: The StartUP! winners are seen during an awards ceremony at Resorts World Casino New York City in South Jamaica on April 15. They are (from left) QEDC Executive Director Seth Bornstein; Art Strong’s Ashley Cavadas and Hannah Lokken; Yuzu’s Samantha and Brandon Rigoli; Bill Singh from Resorts World Casino NYC; Bosuo Food Group’s Afua Ayisi; Shurn Anderson from Queens Borough President Melinda Katz’s Office, and Michelle Stoddart from Resorts World Casino NYC. Photo: QEDC/Rob MacKay. A tea-and-juice vendor, an Plan Competition. Thanks to fund- art-promoting duo, and a married ing from Resorts World Casino couple with an app to help medical New York City, each entrepreneur- offices prevailed in the Queens ial team received $10,000 to invest Economic Development Corpora- tion’s annual StartUP! Business (Continued on page 4) For the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge to all Queens Residents. See story on page 6. One Edition for ALL of Queens! Visit our website at www.queenstimes.com PAGE 2 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
Queens Minority Health Month Fair and Forum Spotlights Health Disparities And Lack of Care For Minority and Immigrant Communities
In honor of National Minor- ity Health Month, SOMOS Com- munity Care hosted a forum and health fair at LaGuardia Com- munity College bringing together doctors, advocates, community leaders to discuss health disparities and challenges currently facing communities of color, especially young people. The forum was followed by a community health fair, offering hundreds of Queens residents free health screenings, giveaways, and health education activities including workshops with Be Gutsy and local artists on expressing emotions through art and a performance by the People’s Theater Project on the realities of the opioid crisis. what language they speak.” Latinos living largely in poverty “As a physician from the Do- The 2017 National Healthcare in New York City – finding that minican Republic serving patients Quality and Disparities Report- 79 percent of Latino-community in New York’s lower income, im- found that New York had one of health care providers see cultural migrant-rich communities, I have the lowest overall quality score for understanding as a major barrier experienced the health disparities overall quality of care and the most for care for Latino patients. facing communities of color each racial and ethnic health disparities “For far too long, Asian immi- and every day,” said Dr. Ramon overall in the U.S. Moreover, the grant communities in New York Tallaj, Chairman of SOMOS Com- New York State Health Equity Re- have struggled with barriers to munity Care. “It is imperative that port finds communities of color in quality health care due to the lack we address the widening gaps in Queens face gaps in health across of access to health insurance, lack access to quality care and come up a variety of health indicators such of language proficiency and lack with culturally-appropriate solu- as infant mortality, injuries, respi- of familiarity with the American tions tailored to minority groups ratory, heart disease and stroke, health care system,” said Dr. Henry to break the cycle of health dispari- diabetes, and cancer. Chen, President of SOMOS Com- ties, especially for the younger gen- The forum also follows SOMOS’ munity Care. “Today’s forum was eration. Queens is the city’s most State of Latino Health(SOLH) a giant step forward in putting diverse borough, and we need to report which details the growing forth solutions for achieving health ensure access to affordable, quality crisis in access to care, health equity for not only the Asian com- health care for every community – education and health perception no matter where they are from or challenges faced by millions of (Continued on page 4) Subscribe to the Report to the People of Queens - Legal Training Last week, on behalf of the men DA’s mandate was, in his words, facility. 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Assemblyman Mike Miller Helps Put Power Back in The MENG FIGHTS TO PROTECT Hands of Crime Victims WOMEN AND CHILDREN they’ve endured,” said Assem- the result of landlord actions or blyman Miller. “The least we can local nuisance laws (A.2665-A). ments to purchase consumer do is to curb some of the costs Currently, many municipalities goods from infant formula to that come with seeking justice, throughout the state have nui- menstrual hygiene products. Yet, because money shouldn’t be the sance laws, which can be overly important safeguards are lacking primary concern – their well- broad and, as a result, discourage which undermine consumer con- being is.” victims or bystanders from call- fidence that the products they pur- Protecting victims of sexual ing the police or reporting crimes. chase are safe for their loved ones. assault Landlords would also be protected My bills are commonsense fixes To support victims of rape and from any penalties for respecting that would greatly help American sexual assault, Assemblyman the rights of tenants to request families. It’s time for Congress to Assemblyman Miller Miller helped pass a measure to police or emergency assistance. step up and make these issues a announced that he helped pass a remove the penetration require- “No one should ever feel that priority.” legislative package that includes ment from the definition of rape they can’t call for help out of fear “We have come to expect dis- Congresswoman introduces bills measures to support victims of (A.794-B). The bill also expands of losing their home,” Assembly- closure of ingredients in foods, seeking to improve consumer human trafficking, broaden the the definition to include other man Miller said. “The only way cosmetics, and drugs because products definition of rape and protect indi- forms of nonconsensual sexual to make our communities safer is of the direct interaction of these viduals who report crimes to keep conduct that are currently recog- to encourage people to speak up products with our bodies,” said U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D- the fear of repercussions from nized by the law only as “criminal against injustice. This bill will Amber Garcia, Executive Director NY) introduced three consumer standing in the way of justice. sexual acts.” protect those who are willing at Women’s Voices for the Earth. protection bills that seek to protect “The trauma that stems from “The level of sexual violence to do the right thing and report “We should expect, and deserve, women and children by making surviving a crime – be it physical, that continues to plague our a crime so that the perpetrators no less from menstrual products. sure consumers are protected from emotional or psychological – can country is staggering and heart- don’t have the chance to hurt It is unacceptable that there are so possibly harmful substances in take years to begin healing,” breaking, and all too often, we see anyone else.” many unknowns about the ingre- products that may affect the health said Assemblyman Miller. “We those responsible walk freely due Expanding eligibility dients, safety, and health impacts and wellbeing of their loved ones. must remember the hardships to technicalities,” said Assembly- The package also includes of products that come into contact The measures include: these victims have gone through man Miller. “Victims of sexual legislation to expand eligibility with one of the most sensitive and • The Menstrual Products Right and treat them with compassion. abuse deal with an unimaginable for awards from OVS to victims absorbent parts of the body. We to Know Act which would require This legislation provides the sup- amount of physical and emotional of unlawful surveillance and are proud to join Congresswoman companies to list ingredients – in port and resources that let crime pain. By updating an outdated dissemination of an unlawful Meng and call on Congress to descending order of concentration victims get back on their feet and criminal statute and recognizing surveillance image (A.7079). advance legislation to ensure – in menstrual hygiene products, know they’re not alone on the path that ‘rape is rape,’ this legislation Another measure would expand transparency about ingredients such as scented and unscented to healing.” will help ensure their perpetrators the list of crimes for which a child and put pressure on companies pads, cups, scented and unscented Supporting crime victims and face justice.” victim who endures or witnesses that are using chemicals linked to tampons, and therapeutic douche their families The package also includes a certain violations may receive adverse health impacts.” – Men- apparatuses. To alleviate the financial bur- measure to ensure victims of hu- awards (A.7051). These awards strual Products Right to Know Act • The Infant Formula Protection den for victims and their families, man trafficking aren’t unjustly may cover several out-of-pocket “Since infant formula is the Act which would prohibit the sale the package includes a measure penalized for crimes committed expenses such as mental health first food that millions of babies of expired baby formula. Failure allowing courts to direct all or a against them. The legislation counseling, transportation for and children in the United States to remove such products would portion of antitrust fines to the Of- exempts those convicted of a necessary court dates or repair or consume when breastfeeding isn’t subject sellers to fines. Federal fice of Victim Services (A.4054), prostitution offense – or who are replacement of essential personal an option, it should be held to the law currently does not prohibit creating another revenue source identified as victims of trafficking property that has been lost, dam- highest standards of safety and the sale of infant formula after its to fund its victims’ assistance – from having to provide DNA to aged or destroyed as a direct result quality,” said Kristen Strader, expiration has passed. and victims’ award programs. be included in the state database of the crime. Campaign Coordinator at Public • The Get Additives Out Act Another bill makes domestic part- (A.459-A). “Every victim’s experience Citizen’s Commercial Alert. “We which would require the U.S. ners of homicide victims eligible Protecting individuals who is different, and our laws should applaud and thank Congress- Government Accountability Of- for crime victims’ compensation report crimes reflect that so victims can get the woman Meng for introducing this fice to conduct a study to assess and expands benefits to include Assemblyman Miller helped support they need,” Assemblyman important piece of legislation to the effects of food additives on out-of-pocket expenses, such as pass a bill that protects the right Miller said. “This legislation will protect children and parents from children’s behavior and physical counseling (A.2566). of crime victims or tenants to allow more people who are hurt- potentially harmful expired prod- health under 18 years of age. “These victims already have report criminal acts, including ing to have one less worry as they ucts, often kept on shelves for the Meng first introduced the Men- so much on their plates to deal acts of domestic violence, without begin the process of healing and sake of corporate profits.” – Infant strual Products Right to Know Act with in the aftermath of crimes the fear of losing their housing as moving forward with their lives.” Formula Protection Act during the last Congress. She also “Consumers have legitimate hosted the first ever Capitol Hill concerns about the role of artificial Open Call For Next Queens Poet Laureate panel to discuss this legislation colors, sweeteners and preserva- Accepting Applications guages we speak at Queens Public reside in Queens and have lived with menstrual hygiene policy tives in causing attention-deficit/ April 29 – May 31 Library, and this partnership with in Queens for at least the past two experts. The Congresswoman hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) the Borough President will help years. Applicants are expected to has introduced the Infant Formula and other health problems in chil- Borough President Melinda keep us fluent,” said DENNIS M. submit a writing sample of up to Protection Act each Congress dren,” said Thomas Gremillion, Katz, in partnership with Queens WALCOTT, President and CEO ten pages of their poetry, along since her first term in 2013. Director of Food Policy at the Public Library and Queens Col- of Queens Public Library. “It is a with an essay of up to 500 words “Protecting women and children Consumer Federation of America. lege, today announced the launch privilege for QPL to amplify the on why the applicant wants to be from harmful chemicals is a top “More research will help to ensure of an open call for applications for voice of the Queens Poet Laure- the next Queens Poet Laureate. priority of mine,” said Congress- that what’s in our food is driven by the next Queens Poet Laureate, a ate, and a gift for our customers. Applicants must also submit a woman Meng. “Americans are science, rather than politics.” – Get prestigious position charged with On behalf of QPL and our custom- one to two-page résumé focused bombarded daily with advertise- Additives Out Act promoting a love of poetry and ers, I want to thank the outgoing on their poetry-related work (such literacy throughout the borough. poet laureate, Maria Lisella, for as the publications where their Report to the People of Queens - The announcement comes in sharing her talent and passion for work has appeared, along with time for National Poetry Month, poetry across our library system.” any public readings they have Legal Training a celebration of poetry that takes “Our hope is that the Queens done and any grants, fellowships, place each April. Poet Laureate will be able to share awards or other poetry-related (Continued from page 2) ment serves as a highly effective Applicants for the unpaid the beauty and impact of Queens’ recognition they have received). recruiting tool for the office in position of Queens Poet Laure- diversity of cultures, languages, The next Queens Poet Laure- senior staff. obtaining the best, the brightest ate must be published poets and and people, and that what they ate will be installed by Borough A word about the people we and the most motivated students residents of Queens. The winning write and express will resound President Katz during a public recruit as new prosecutors is also to become assistant district at- candidate will be a talented writer among Queens residents as well ceremony at Queens Borough in order here. Senior members of torneys upon graduation. These who can also demonstrate that she as with readers across the entire Hall. During his or her three-year our office have partnered with the exceptionally well qualified re- or he has a compelling vision for globe,” said FÉLIX V. MATOS term, the Queens Poet Laureate is law schools at Columbia, Fordham cruits most often cite their clinical the role. RODRÍGUEZ, Ph.D., President charged with promoting an appre- and St. John’s Universities to experience and the promise of be- “As the most diverse county of Queens College. ciation of poetry throughout the create clinical programs for law ing well trained as their principal in America, Queens seeks a Poet Applications for the Queens Borough of Queens. Examples of students. The students are invited motivation for wanting to work in Laureate whose work strikes a Poet Laureate position will be outreach include readings at pub- to the office to practice under a the Queens DA’s Office. universal chord,” said Borough available at www.queensbp.org/ lic schools, libraries, community special practice order issued by In addition, every fall we run President KATZ. “The Poet poet and may be submitted be- centers, parks and borough arts the Appellate Division Second a mock trial competition hosting Laureate will also demonstrate an ginning April 29, 2019. Applica- events. Department while simultaneously law student trial teams from 16 abiding affection for Queens and tions must be submitted by 5:00 The past Queens Poet Laure- earning school credit for the work law schools from all around the an ability to convey that affec- PM EDT on May 31, 2019 to be ates are as follows: Maria Lisella they do. These senior ADAs are country. In our program, sitting tion through inspiring, thought- eligible for consideration. (who served from 2015 to 2018), adjunct professors at the schools Criminal Court and Supreme provoking poetry.” The selection process is open and develop and implement the “Poetry is one of many lan- to published poets who currently (Continued on page 9) course curricula. This arrange- (Continued on page 4) PAGE 4 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
QEDC’s 2019 StartUP! Contest ... Whirl With Merle (Continued from page 1) doctor offices that organizes such functions as billing, scheduling, in the companies. and patient data. Ms. Rigoli is a BUNNIES ARE NOT JUST FOR EASTER by Merle Exit Afua Ayisi, an immigrant registered dietician, nutrition con- from Ghana who currently lives sultant, and yoga instructor who Playboy bunnies are back at in Kew Gardens, won the “Food” founded Health to the Core NYC, the new Playboy Club in Manhat- category. Her Bosuo Food Group a wellness-counseling company. tan and it’s not just for an Easter makes and bottles tea-and-fruit- Mr. Rigoli is a sales and market- celebration. An insignia lies atop based beverages. Her flavors are ing professional interested in the an awning at 512 W. 42nd Street. Africa-inspired, and her products confluence of technology and “What are you here for,” asks are all natural. philanthropy. a man that looks like he could Astoria residents Ashley Ca- Now in its 13th year, StartUP! be a bouncer. Unless you are a vadas and Hannah Lokken took top is an eight-month challenge-and- member, or have a dinner reserva- honors in the “Community” group. instruction course that QEDC and tion, you take your chances about They founded Art Strong, a Long Queens Public Library administer. indulging in an elegant evening. Island City-based community art During this past cycle, more than Monday evenings bring New center that offers enrichment class- 300 participants received technical York’s rising Broadway stars and es and camp options for children, assistance and training on such vocalists onto the stage to do their while also organizing parties and topics as operations, marketing, own thing rather than perform special events. The friends, who and financial statements, while songs from the show that they met in graduate school, founded also enjoying access to Queens may be presently in. Produced by the business after running Art in Public Library’s entrepreneurial Beau Speer with Music Direction the Park, a summer program in resources. Then, forty teams sub- by Brandon James Gwinn & the Manhattan’s Riverside Park. mitted business plans to selected T-Shirt Tuxedo Trio, Anne Fraser The “Innovation” award went QEDC judges, who determined to Long Island City couple Sa- the victors in the pre-determined Thomas was the very talented whatever Yeh does to it! Being a Botanical Cucumber-Mint Vodka, mantha and Brandon Rigoli. They “Community,” “Food,” and “In- featured vocalist. lover of sushi rolls, I ordered the Don Julio Blanco, Canton Ginger, are developing Yuzu, an app for novation” categories. Having said that we have din- Playboy Club House Roll, of Tuna, Mint. ner reservations, we entered into Salmon, Yellowtail, Avocado, There are various nights of live a Playboy Bunny decorated hall- and Shassetra Caviar ($26). It is entertainment, some of which you Report to the People of Queens - way that led to what appeared to certainly not your average tasting have to become a member and Legal Training be the main lounge with a center sushi roll. My friend opted for a present your key. If you go to their bar. There was a private party in Chilled Prawn, five huge shrimp website, you can get some of the (Continued from page 3) Significantly, every ADA re- progress and told the matre’d that served with a cocktail sauce ($26). information, but not all. I found ceives, via email, every criminal- we were having an early dinner. One main dish of 14 Oz. Gold some that needed clarifying and Court judges volunteer to preside related Court of Appeals and Escorted into the next room, I Label Wagyu Ny Strip with Frit- not up to date. That’s what phones over the trials and, uniquely, Appellate Division decision, as saw a few areas of seating. One es, Truffle Butter, and Arugula are for (212-644-8227). police officer students from the well as published lower court area was reserved for the earlier (which actually turned out to be Speer told me that they are NYPD Police Academy serve as decisions involving Queens cases lounge entertainment with little frisee lettuce) with a cost of $79 planning a lot of events for world jurors. Both the students and po- and most other significant cases seating. There were two intimate turned out to be at least as tender pride, which says that this Playboy lice officers get a dose of realism in New York. type rooms on the same level, sep- as filet mignon. Keep in mind that Club is open to the LGBTQ com- they can’t find in other trial com- Finally, the Queens DA’s arated by a middle wall that had it is wagyu beef. munity. He is also looking into petitions. In return we get to see Office, under the leadership of an aquarium of colorful fish and Being a true chocoholic, I pur- doing a Drag brunch and other these students perform in near real Judge Brown, was instrumental a bunny rabbit insignia object in posely saved tummy room for charity events. world situations. We recruit from in the founding of the New York the center. I wanted that table and the Manjari Chocolate Gold Bar, You never know who’s going to the best of the best in our competi- Prosecutors Training Institute sat facing the aquarium. Although which left me euphoric. Yes, there be seated near you and in this case tion. Furthermore, several of our (NYPTI) which is the principal not close up to the action itself, I are gold flakes on the top as well I was introduced to The Amazing ADAs coach mock trial teams at source of attorney training for had a view of the entertainment. as some kind of crispies, hazel- Kreskin. I will be interviewing Fordham, St. John’s, Hofstra and many prosecutors throughout There is also another seating area nuts, and strawberries on the side him live on Tuesday, the 16th on Pace Law Schools, again giving us the entire state. DA Brown has located on the viewing side of the that are both large and sweet ($15). my internet radio show which the opportunity to recruit the best served as the Chair of the NYPTI lounge situated a few steps up. I If you want to go on the lower is taped for a podcast. He must qualified candidates. Board of Directors for the last 17 was able to view another large end of your bill just to get an idea have read my mind that I wanted Moreover, in addition to these years. NYPTI frequently calls room in the back most likely used of the quality and sharing, I would to meet him. dedicated programs and clinical upon members of the Queens for private parties. suggest the following: Two Arctic Unrelated, May 1, 7:30 to 10:30 arrangements, every ADA, no DA’s staff to lecture and provide Table setting was done elegantly Char Tacos for two people with pm, has a scheduled event here matter their level of experience instruction to prosecutors in its the way you would expect a “fine Goma Miso, Wasabi Aioli and called Magic and Mayhem billed is required to attend monthly many statewide training programs dining” décor to appear. Light- cilantro, each at $8 per taco. Add as “An enchanting 3-course din- lectures in order to comply, not which are attended by prosecutors ing was low which for me made a Spicy Bluefin Tuna Roll ($15) ner served with intimate tableside only with the state’s continuing from virtually every DA’s office in it a bit difficult to capture clear and sharing a main of Chicken trickery and grandiose magic.” legal education requirements, but New York, many of which lack the photos with my “point and shoot” Milanese with Frisée, Baby Car- The dinner is curated by the chef. also the office’s high standards for resources to implement the kind set on “auto.” Next time I will rots, Shaved Fennel, and Radish As for membership, the most staying abreast of new develop- of training programs that Queens actually study the information in ($36), or the Roasted Atlantic expensive is $100,000 on the Man- ments in criminal law, procedure prosecutors enjoy. The training the instruction book. Hake, with charred scallions, sion level while the least is $5,000 and ethics. These sessions include regimen Judge Brown instituted We were greeted by a Playboy “Tom Yum” and golden Enoki on the Lounge level. The 5G annual reviews of cases decided has become the standard by which Bunny cocktail waitress, Bria mushrooms that are thin, tall and includes: VIP Access to Playboy by both the New York Court of others are measured throughout Fleming. As much as some of delicate ($37). Hake is the most Club New York for Member and Appeals, and the Supreme Court’s the entire State of New York. the cocktails sounded yummy, I common fish used when you buy their guests; Personalized Play- Appellate Division, as well as eth- John M. Ryan decided to pass since I get drunk Boston Scrod. boy Club New York Membership ics topics identified as crucial by Chief Assistant District Attorney on Scotch Tape. Our waiter When one orders a California Card; Iconic Playboy Key giving the training director. Queens County arrived promptly to ask if we Roll the term “crabmeat” does entry into The World of Playboy wanted tap, still or carbonated not necessarily mean that you and its Member Only Events; Queens Minority Health Month Fair ... water. are getting real crab meat. They $1,000 House Account loaded Executive Chef Tabitha Yeh are made with what is known as onto your Personalized Playboy (Continued from page 2) “It is so important that all mem- has created food that should be “kani” with the fish being from Club Membership Card at the bers of our community receive nurtured to appreciate how they Pollock. Playboy’s version is Playboy Club New York; Cocktail munity, but for all residents of the health care they deserve. Pre- wonderfully affect your eyes, made with Alaskan King Crab master class for 10 people hosted Queens. I look forward to working ventative, affordable, and quality aroma, and palate with a menu meat, which is one of the most by the Playboy Bunnies and Play- with Queens Borough President health care should be available to divided into categories of Plates to expensive of the crab varieties. boy Mixologist; 2 complimentary Melinda Katz and the incredible all individuals in Queens, regard- Share, Sushi and Sashimi, Salads, I was interested in sampling a tickets to the Exclusive Playmate doctors at SOMOS to ensure that less of race, age, gender, sexual Mains, and Sides. side of the Roasted Thai Eggplant of the Year Event in NYC; 2 com- Queens families are not forgotten orientation, socioeconomic or im- Our waiter informed us of an with an aged Sherry Vinaigrette plimentary tickets to the Playboy as we work to end health disparities migration status. We applaud the appetizer special; soft shell crab ($12). I could certainly become a Club Masquerade Ball; 4 com- for communities of color across the doctors and staff at SOMOS, as prepared in a tempura batter. I fan of Yeh’s delights. plimentary tickets to the Playboy borough.” well as their community partners, couldn’t resist. Passed up on eat- Playboy Club has quite a long Club New York Movie Night with “The inequity in our healthcare for leading today’s event, and for all ing the accompanying thin slices beverage menu that includes the Playboy Bunnies; Access to system, from infant mortality of their hard work in our District,” of jalapeno pepper. Miyaza- wine, beer, spirits, top of the line Playboy Club London; and Access to hospice care, creates negative said Assembly Member Catalina ki Wagyu Katsu Sando, House sake and cocktails concocted by to the Bunny, Grotto and Mansion impacts on the lives of my constitu- Cruz (Queens, District 39). Tonkatsu Sauce, Cabbage ($80). a mixologist. Here is one called Lounges Within Playboy Club ents,” said Assemblywoman Alicia “Educating our communities Although it was served sandwich A Bunny Thing: Bacardi Cuartro New York. Hyndman (29-Laurelton). “These of color on preventative care and style, cut up in six squares, I Anejo Rum, Rockey’s Green For further information go to: are not just statistics, but parents their right to quality primary and was totally able to appreciate the Chartreuse, Pineapple Bitters. www.playboyclubnyc.com Come and children who need adequate tenderness of the beef along with How about Call Me: Ketel One on…hop to it! medical care.” (Continued on page 10) THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 THE QUEENS TIMES PAGE 5
Queens Times Weekly ... Letter to Editor SUDOKU To the editor: HOROSCOPE On behalf of the Queens Cham- ber of Commerce, I want to pub- For the Week of ... 4/11/19 - 4/17/19 licly thank Senator Joe Addabbo and Assemblymember Stacey For Entertainment Purposes Only Pheffer Amato for their hard work ARIES LIBRA and partnership in eliminating (Mar. 21 - April 20) (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) the toll for Queens residents on Do not get involved with individu- Don’t argue with family. Visit the Cross Bay Memorial Bridge. als who are committed to others. friends or relatives you don’t get Their advocacy and ability to work Don’t blow situations out of pro- to see very often. Control your cooperatively with the MTA will portion. Remember; talk to them, anger. Your lucky numbers are help businesses thrive on both not at them. Your lucky numbers 3,9,7. sides of the bridge. are 6,4,9. Ever since the QCC’s first SCORPIO Queens Day in Albany, eliminat- TAURUS (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) ing the toll has been one of our (Apr. 21 - May 21) Your magnetic eyes will capture legislative priorities. We discussed Try starting your own small busi- the hearts of those who interest it with every senator and assembly ness on the side. Extend an invita- you. You will be invited to sev- member with whom we met in Al- tion to friends you enjoy spending eral affairs. Think before you act. bany. The toll was an obstacle that time with. Don’t exaggerate your Your lucky numbers are 8,3,1. discouraged people from visiting feelings. Your lucky numbers are favorite restaurants, medical prac- 1,8,9. SAGITTARIUS titioners, retailers, recreational (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) facilities and more. The issue GEMINI Family members may want you at resonated loudly with Senator (May 22 - June 21) home, when your heart is telling Addabbo and Assemblymember Don’t feel guilty if you’re not able you to spend time with someone to attend a friend’s affair. You may you recently met. Your lucky Amato, who got the job done. Now CROSSWORD PUZZLE gain knowledge that’s innovative numbers are 5,9,4. all of Queens is open for business! to those around you. Your lucky Thomas J. Grech, President numbers are 1,8,6. CAPRICORN and CEO, Queens Chamber of (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) Commerce CANCER Problems on the home front (June 22 - July 22) might be a little disconcerting. Changes in your home may be Your best efforts will come alarming at first. You should put through investments concerning in some extra hours developing your home. Your lucky numbers that creative idea you have. Your are 7,3,1. lucky numbers are 5,9,3. AQUARIUS LEO (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) (July 23 – Aug. 22) Watch your temper you confront Opportunities for travel and com- personal situations. Real estate munication are evident. Take your investments could be prosper- time. Tell it like it is. You may ous. Hard work and dedication have problems with children. Your will payoff. Your lucky numbers lucky numbers are 2,9,5. are 2,9,7. Answer to Last VIRGO PISCES Weeks Puzzles (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20) Try working at home if you can. There’ll be difficulties if you “Try & Find” Spend some time on yourself. spend too much. Think about Financial investments that deal your budget before booking with joint money can be extremely a trip. Make sure you are not prosperous. Your lucky numbers wasting your money. Your lucky are 4,9.3 numbers are 9,1,7. ACROSS DOWN 1. Thick slices of something 1. Dirtiness 6. Scraped gently 2. Backache 11. A quantity of paper 3. Sight TRY AND FIND 12. Perform surgery on 4. French cheese 15. Pinnacle 5. Collections RAVE REVIEW 16. Trapped 6. Absolutely still 17. Bar bill 7. French for “After” 18. Demesnes 8. Knows 20. Implore 9. Before, poetically 21. Wings 10. Handcuffs “Crossword Puzzle” 23. Beers 13. Very small 24. Eat 14. Border 25. Canines 15. Ancient unit of length 26. Dry 16. Making fine adjustments 27. Untruths 19. Fortuneteller’s card 28. God of love 22. Gist 29. Goblin 24. Incapacitate 30. Pantywaist 26. Greeting at sea 31. Crossed eye 27. 52 in Roman numerals 34. Molest 30. Gush 36. “___ Maria” 32. Comes after Mi and Fah 37. Decay from overripening 33. Blatant 41. Baroque composer 34. Terminates 42. Goulash 35. Provide commentary 43. Roman moon goddess 38. Baggage 44. Not less 39. Betrothed “Sudoku” 45. Blend 40. Flavor 46. Hens make them 42. Gets to one’s feet 47. Mistake 44. Plateau 48. Unreal 45. Gleam 51. Gangster’s gun 48. Add 52. Accommodation for animals 49. Leer at 54. Carport 50. Principal 56. Amaze 53. Type of snake 57. Feudal lord 55. Scarlet All Night Flyer 58. Relieves Loud Strobe Light 59. Ceased Baggy Pants Glitter Pacifiers Techno Dance Glow Stick Party Trance Day-Glo Color Jungle Plur Vibe Deejay Lasers Ravers Warehouse www.queenstimes.com PAGE 6 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 Pheffer Amato, Addabbo Announce Stavisky and Rosenthal Announce Expansion of Resident Rebate Program Bill to Save Bingo (Continued from page 1)
Assemblywoman Stacey Phef- fer Amato (D-Rockaway Beach) and Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. (D-Howard Beach) announced at a press conference that the Rockaway Resident Rebate pro- gram at the Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge (CBB) will be expanded to all Queens County residents starting in spring of 2020. The necessary funding to expand this program was secured the Tri-borough Bridge Authority, in Rockaway/Broad Channel in in both houses of the Legisla- and agency of the Metropolitan one of the following zip codes: Senator Toby Stavisky (D- high. I had a great time joining ture during the 2019-20 budget transportation Authority (MTA), 11691, 11692, 11693, 11694, 11695, Flushing) and Assemblyman Senator Stavisky and constitu- negotiations, utilizing the Outer completed the current CBB, a high and 11697. The expansion of the Daniel Rosenthal (D-Flushing) ents at Pomonok Senior Center Borough Transportation Account, level fixed bridge, which permit- rebate will include all Queens joined a competitive group of for a few lively rounds. Given the which was established as part of ted boats to pass under it without County residents. In order to be constituents for a game of bingo at robust diversity of Queens, we the surcharge on for-hire vehicles the traffic delays caused by the eligible for this rebate, one must Queens Community House Pomo- look forward to expanding social passed last year. lifting of a bascule bridge. The toll have a valid E-ZPass tag mounted nok Senior Center this week. The activities within our community.” In 1939 the New York City on the bridge was implemented in the vehicle and a vehicle regis- legislators were there to announce Bingo is a recreational and Parkway Authority built the Cross originally only to cover the cost tered to a valid resident address their legislation (S.3917/ S6212) beneficial hobby, especially for Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge as of building the new improvements in Queens. This program is only to expand the operation of bingo older adults. The opportunity to a low-level bascule bridge (draw- starting at only 10 cents a trip available to passenger vehicles, games for senior and community socialize breaks cycles of isola- bridge) and constructed a parkway and has since skyrocketed to over commercial vehicles are not centers. tion and improves their health and along with beach improvements $4.00 a trip. eligible. New York has stringent and well-being. Seniors come together within the Rockaway Peninsula. Currently, Rockaway and Broad “This is a HUGE victory not longstanding laws governing all at community centers and enjoy The construction of the bridge and Channel residents are rebated after only for the residents of Rocka- games of chance with monetary interaction with others,” State parkway was part of a program to each trip on the CBB by the MTA. way, but for all the hardworking prizes, even of nominal amounts. Senator Toby Ann Stavisky said. develop Jamaica Bay as a residen- Vehicles must be registered with Current statute limits the number “I was proud to pass this bill in tial and recreational area. In 1970, E-ZPass to a valid resident address (Continued on page 9) of days community organizations the Senate to provide senior citi- can host bingo games to 15 days zens more opportunities to come per year without a state issued together.” license. While rarely enforced, “Queens Community House many facilities expose themselves prides itself on providing high Best Wishes for a Joyous to risk by providing games as a quality services and fostering form of recreation for the com- social connection among older munity. The bill would expand the adults. Bingo and other games are Passover & a Happy Easter allowable number of bingo games a great way for our participants to twice a week and also cover to meet their neighbors and build non-profit and religious organiza- a stronger sense of community,” tions under the provisions. said Ben Thomases, Executive “New York’s restrictions around Director of Queens Community bingo have been long overdue for a House. change,” said Assemblyman Dan- The bill recently passed the iel Rosenthal. “Bingo provides our State Senate with unanimous sup- seniors with an opportunity to port and is currently before the build friendships and keeps spirits Assembly for consideration.
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Stavisky, Rozic Successfully Double State Aid for Supporters and Community Leaders Holocaust Survivors Join Melinda Katz in Astoria to Open New Campaign Office Ensures Proper Funding for Programming and Safety Net Services for Holocaust Survivors
State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky (D-Flushing) and As- semblywoman Nily Rozic (D- Fresh Meadows) and their col- leagues made Holocaust survivors a priority in this year’s state budget, securing $400,000 in funding to assist them. This record allocation marks a 100% increase in funding from last year’s budget.
“New York’s state budget commits to caring for those who need it most – Holocaust survivors. It is our responsibility to ensure that they have access all the necessary services to live with the comfort the Holocaust continue to have “We must never forget the evils and dignity they deserve,” said long-lasting effects on survivors, of the Holocaust and ensure that Katz speaks to supporters outside her new campaign office in Astoria Assemblywoman Nily Rozic. “I even now, some 70 years later,” they will never be repeated es- A crowd of over 50 supporters, crimination. With just ten weeks am grateful to my Assembly and said Assemblywoman Helene E. pecially as acts of Anti-Semitism elected officials, and prominent left, I’m thrilled to see folks from Senate colleagues for their part- Weinstein, Chair of Ways and and other forms of hate continue community members joined Bor- Jamaica, Woodside, Flushing and nership in securing this integral Means. “As survivors age, assis- to increase in our Country. New ough President and candidate for so many other neighborhoods funding.” tance shouldn’t be something they York is home to so many who es- Queens District Attorney Melinda across Queens joining us to open “I am proud to join my col- need worry over. This funding caped persecution abroad which is Katz in Astoria on Saturday to our Astoria office,” said Katz. league, Assemblywoman Nily will ensure that the organizations why I am grateful that the state has open a new campaign office. State Senator Joseph Addabbo, Rozic, to announce increased they’ve come to rely on will con- included $400,000 in the budget After a massive petitioning effort Assemblymembers Alicia Hynd- funding for the Holocaust Survi- tinue to provide these vital ser- to help support aging Holocaust in which the Katz campaign col- man and Michael DenDekker, vor Initiative,” said State Senator vices in an even greater capacity.” survivors in our State,” said As- lected more signatures than any City Councilman Peter Koo, Toby Ann Stavisky. “As the survi- “The support of our aging semblyman David I. Weprin. “I other candidate in the race, the former City Councilman Archie vors age, problems often intensify. population should be a top prior- want to thank Assemblymember new office is a further expansion Spigner, and other prominent The trauma they experienced, the ity. More importantly, we must Nily Rozic and Senator Stavisky of Katz’s ground game. community leaders joined Katz at loss of loved ones, the physical support the survivors of the hor- for their unwavering advocacy “This campaign is about bring- the rally in front of her new cam- frailty and economic instabil- rible atrocities that occurred in the on this issue. This allocation will ing people together from across paign office. This is the second ity all contribute to a decline in Holocaust,” said Assemblyman ensure that New York continues our diverse Borough to call for office her campaign has opened, quality of life. These funds will Joseph R. Lentol. “Survivors, to serve as a beacon of freedom change in our criminal justice and several more are planned for enable survivors to maintain their many of whom live in my district, against Anti-Semitism and hate system. The incredible energy the remainder of the campaign. independence and dignity with need additional social services and no matter the time.” and support for our campaign Katz has extensive sup- counseling and social services, financial support given their cir- “It is a sad truth that over half is another sign that Queens is port throughout the Borough and financial assistance in order cumstances. I am happy to stand of New York City’s Holocaust ready for a District Attorney of Queens. In addition to the to avoid institutionalization. Self- with Assemblywoman Rozic, Sen- survivors are at or below the committed to ending cash bail, officials who joined her at the help has been the gold standard of ator Stavisky, and our colleagues federal poverty line,” said As- protecting our immigrant friends event, Congressmembers Tom excellence for eighty years and I to support this great cause. We semblymember Daniel Rosenthal. and neighbors from the Trump Suozzi, Carolyn Maloney, and thank them.” hope that these additional funds administration, working with the Gregory Meeks, Councilmembers “The horrors and atrocities of will make their lives a bit easier.” (Continued on page 9) community on new initiatives to I. Daneek Miller, Paul Valone, end gun violence, and building Senator Toby Ann Stavisky Chairs Higher Education a justice system free from dis- (Continued on page 9) Committee Hearing on For-Profit Colleges The Senate Higher Education Queens’Finest Committee, chaired by Senator Toby Ann Stavisky (D-Flushing), held a hearing in Albany to ex- Italian Restaurant plore ways to provide better in- formation to students, parents and consumers concerning for-profit colleges and career schools. “It is the responsibility of the State Legislature to ensure that students are receiving the educa- tion they pay for and are able to contribute to the workforce af- terwards,” said Senator Stavisky. “Today we heard from proprietary intuitions, consumer advocates and from the State Education Department who regulate all in- tuitions of higher learning in New York State.” The Governor’s proposed bud- get, would have added regulations which jeopardized the existence Park Side Restaurant of some of these institutions. His Senator Stavisky questions Education Commissioner Mary About Park Side Restaurant - An Italian Landmark in the heart proposal was rejected by the Leg- of Corona, Queens, Park Side Restaurant is truly a destination Ellen Elia and officials from the New York State Education that is worth the trip. After one visit, you will be sure to be back islature, which led to the hearing Department. Senator John Liu is to the left of Senator Stavisky led by Senator Stavisky. again and again for one the city’s Best Italian restaurants. Bring your appetite and enjoy authentic and always delicious dishes Testimony was presented by Elia pointed out that New York sion (BPSS). The Commissioner using the freshest ingredients and attention to detail served by the Commissioner of Education, State has in place some of the also shared how students can file our professional staff. Park Side is also happy to host your next Mary Ellen Elia. She described most stringent requirements in complaints against schools when function with our private dining area and flexible banquet packages. how the New York State Education the country to regulate degree- they feel they have not received Department regulates degree- granting institutions through its the proper services. 107-01 Corona Ave. Corona Heights, NY granting colleges using the same Office of College and University The committee also heard (718) 271-9274 • (718) 271-9871 standards for public, private or Evaluation (OCUE) and licensed testimony from representatives for-profit institutions and licensed career schools through its Bureau - Reservations Suggested - career schools. Commissioner of Proprietary Schools Supervi- (Continued on page 9) PAGE 8 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
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Queens does its part for Earth year’s Boston Marathon. Meet Ethan Toporek, who also leads a Day and Spring Break with spe- near Queens Museum in Flushing post-screening discussion. The cial kiddie workshops, green Meadows Corona Park, http://bit. April 24 event focuses on “The events for all ages, and eco-films ly/2V2HM5v. Truman Show,” which stars Jim for families. Heck there are even ● April 22, Sustainable Spring Carrey as a good-natured man activities for trees, bunnies, and Break, April 26. Five days of unaware that his life is being man- bees. The Queens Marathon –yes, installations, prototypes, work- aged and chronicled by a reality we have one, and it’s great -- is shops, and experiences related show. Queens Museum, NYC also on the docket. to sustainable life. Enjoy the new Building, Flushing Meadows Co- ● April 19, Painted Alice, April exhibit, “Solar Cat,” created by rona Park, http://bit.ly/2KO1gXU. 28. A musical adaptation of “Alice Designer-in-Residence Krystal ● April 25, Earth Day Presen- in Wonderland” in an immersive Persaud with her Explainer part- tation, 7 pm. Peggy Kurtz, the style with the audience among ners. The Gazillion Bubble Show Director of Cultural Arts & Jew- works of art. Fridays, Saturdays, makes a special appearance on ish Heritage Programs at Com- and Sundays at 8 pm. The Plax- April 25. New York Hall of Sci- monpoint Queens, talks about all Gallery, 5-25 46th Ave., LIC, ence, 47-01 111th St., Flushing the environment and a recent http://bit.ly/2IuDo8R. Meadows Corona Park, http://bit. UN Climate Report. Alley Pond ● April 19, New Release: ly/2Peypuo. Environmental Center, 228-06 Black Mother from Khalik Allah, ● April 22, Earthly Legends, 6 Northern Blvd., Douglaston, April 21. This documentary takes pm. An Earth Day event featuring http://bit.ly/2UlikDQ. viewers on a spiritual journey an early evening walk through ● April 25, Green Garden/Green through Jamaica, the Island in nature trails, followed by interac- Planet, 1:30 pm. Recycle and the Sun. Screenings: April 19 at tive stories around the fire circle. let nature and natural materials 7:30 pm; April 20 at 1 pm and 5 Marshmallows, orange slices, and inspire the artist within in rec- pm; and April 21 at 3 pm and 7 tomatoes included. Alley Pond ognition of Earth Day and spring pm. Museum of the Moving Im- Environmental Center, 228-06 break. Using materials gathered age, 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria’s Northern Blvd., Douglaston, from the garden, participants cre- Kaufman Arts District, http://bit. http://bit.ly/2XgghTl. ate multidimensional animals or ly/2v3FLaF. ● April 22, Bee A Pollinator, collages. Voelker Orth Museum, ● April 19, Spring Recess Fam- noon. In celebration of Earth 149-19 38th Ave., Flushing, http:// ily Activities, April 28. Drop in Day and in collaboration with bit.ly/2Vt4L6B. for green-themed activities from the American Chestnut Founda- ● Continued from the previous 11 am to 4 pm. They include a tion’s New York Chapter, the farm week green-screen stage where kids transplants six American Chest- ● Babylon, until April 21. Be- can “sing in the rain” against a nut Trees to reintroduce them cause of its controversial nature, background of their choice and to their native habitat. Program this film was never released in the create claymation movies and includes beeswax candle-making, U.S. It follows a young dancehall characters based on the Wallace a seed ball project, bee talks, and deejay who battles fiercely against & Gromit movie “The Curse of a tractor-drawn hayride. Queens racism and xenophobia in South the Were-Rabbit,” which screens County Farm Museum, 73-50 London. Three remaining shows daily at noon. Museum of the Little Neck Pkwy., Glen Oaks, are April 20 at 3 pm and April 21 Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., http://bit.ly/2VL51hv. at 1 pm and 5 pm. Museum of the Astoria’s Kaufman Arts District, ● April 22, Easter Egg Hunt, Moving Image, 36-01 35th Ave., http://bit.ly/2UlwlBs. 3:30 pm. Event suggested for Astoria’s Kaufman Arts District, ● April 20, Sakura Matsuri children under the age of nine. http://bit.ly/2OZnTqq. Festival, 11 am. A live Taiko Lewis Latimer House Museum, ● Flushing Cherry Blossom, drum performance with dance 34-41 137th St., Flushing, http:// until April 21. Free admission and a tea ceremony. Cherry Grove bit.ly/2v6EgZe. to a garden of cherry trees dur- near NYS Pavilion, Flushing ● April 24, Spring Break Fun, ing regular hours, noon to 5 pm. Meadows Corona Park, http://bit. noon. Canvas painting, Jackson Lewis H. Latimer House Mu- ly/2IAgeh5. Pollock splatter painting, face seum, 34-41 137th St., Flushing, ● April 20, Earth Day and Arbor painting, balloon art, a spring- http://bit.ly/2KhwXZ4. Day, 9:30 am. A volunteer spring themed interactive children’s pup- ● And Then There Were None, cleanup with mulching and plant- pet show, an interactive children’s until April 28. Watch Agatha ing, followed by a walking tour musical performance, a magic Christie’s classic whodunit unfold Gino A. Orrino to visit portions of the former show, and popcorn giveaway. and unravel. Shows are at 7:30 Principal License Representative 300-acre 17th and 18th century Rainey Park, Vernon Boulevard pm on April 18-21 and 24-27 and Bowne House Farm and the 19th and 34th Avenue, Astoria, http:// at 3 pm on April 20 and 28. The century Parsons Nursery. The bit.ly/2KEeard. Secret Theatre, 44-02 23rd St., Multiple Markets with Competitive Rates Bowne House, 37-01 Bowne St., ● April 24, Earth Day Drop, LIC, http://bit.ly/2D1uwDY. 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Open: Monday-Friday: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 THE QUEENS TIMES PAGE 9 Pheffer Amato, Addabbo Announce Senator Toby Ann Stavisky Chairs Higher Education Committee Expansion of Resident Rebate Program Hearing on For-Profit Colleges (Continued from page 6) to offer, without the additional part of our borough to another (Continued from page 7) better information to students financial burden.” part of it. Giant kudos to Senator who plan to attend a proprietary families and small business of “The Queens Chamber of Addabbo and Assembly mem- of proprietary degree-granting program in New York State. “We Queens. Expanding the Cross Commerce has been advocating ber Pheffer Amato for the work colleges, representatives of con- want to protect the good schools Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge for removal of the Cross Bay toll they’ve done to remove this sumer organizations and owners but at the same time, make sure rebate program to all Queens since our first Queens Day in inequitable toll burden for those of licensed career schools. that institutions where students residents is a complete economic Albany in 2017. There is so much of us from all the mainland com- The Senate Higher Education accumulate heavy debt and do not game changer for our communi- to be valued on both sides of the munities in Queens.” Committee will be reviewing the obtain a job in their field of study ties in allowing freedom and ease bridge, it makes sense to give all “I never confuse good with recommendations of all parties are forced to change. We want to of access to the entire Borough,” Queens residents the opportunity perfect. I’m very happy for the that testified to determine what weed out the bad schools,” Senator said Assemblywoman Stacey to take advantage of everything rest of our fellow Queens resi- steps could be taken to provide Stavisky said. Pheffer Amato (D-Rockaway we have to offer. Many thanks to dents to be able to share in the Beach). “I join Senator Addabbo Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer rebate program. I applaud our Supporters and Community Leaders in thanking the leadership of Amato and Senator Joseph P. Assemblywoman Pheffer Amato the Assembly, Senate, Governor Addabbo for working with the and Senator Addabbo in this Join Melinda Katz in Astoria to Open Cuomo, and the MTA for listen- MTA to get the job done so expe- accomplishment” Dee Tubridy, ing to our persistent advocacy in ditiously,” said Thomas J. Grech, owner of Bungalow Bar, said. New Campaign Office making sure our community’s President and CEO of the Queens “ As a lifelong business owner (Continued from page 3) voices were heard.” Chamber of Commerce. the perfect situation is to have endorsed her campaign. She has “The thorn in the side of Finally the great borough of the toll eliminated completely also been endorsed by SEIU 32BJ, the Rockaway’s full economic Queens will be barrier free,” for all New York State residents, and Adrienne Adams, and As- the New York Hotel Trades Coun- potential and the people’s desire Dolores Orr, Chairperson of only then will the full economic semblymembers Vivian Cook, cil, CWA Local 1180, IUOE Local for free access to their own bor- Commynity Board 14, said. “All impact be felt across the entire Jeffrion Aubry, Andrew Hevesi, 15, Teamsters Local 237, and a di- ough’s beaches is finally being Queens residents will now have peninsula. “ and Stacey Pheffer Amato have verse range of community groups. removed. I want to thank the the ability to move freely within “To say I am thrilled that MTA, Governor Andrew Cuo- the entire borough and enjoy the the rebate program will be ex- Open Call For Next Queens Poet Laureate mo, my leader Senator Andrea opportunities Rockaway has to panded to all Queens residents Stewart Cousins, and Speaker offer in its restaurants, shop- is an understatement- I feel like (Continued from page 6) ministrative Committee. Carl Heastie for understanding ping, employment, schools, our I’ve won the lottery! Over the The members of the Adminis- the concerns of my colleague beaches and boardwalk.” years, I have spent thousands of Paolo Javier (2010-2014), Julio trative Committee are: Dr. Nicho- Assemblymember Stacey Phef- “This extension of the toll dollars crossing over the bridge Marzan (2007-2010), Ishle Yi las Alexiou, a professor at Queens fer Amato and I regarding the rebate program to all residents of to bring my children to school Park (2004-2007), Hal Sirowitz College and a contemporary poet toll on the Crossbay Memorial Queens will be much appreciated and traveling to work, this is (2001-2004) and Stephen Ste- and artist; Andrew P. Jackson Bridge, which has hampered the by all of Community Board 10’s money back in my pocket that panchev (1997-2001). (Sekou Molefi Baako), the direc- potential for economic opportu- residents who need to travel to I can spend in our community,” About the Judges - Outgoing tor emeritus of Queens Public nities on the Rockaway Peninsula and from Rockaway for work and Paula Vicari, a Howard Beach Queens Poet Laureate Maria Library’s Langston Hughes Com- for decades,” Senator Joseph P. to go to the schools their children resident and Paraprofessional on Lisella and past Queens Poet Lau- munity Library and Cultural Addabbo, Jr. said. “Once the toll attend,” Betty Braton, Chairper- the Rockaway Peninsula, said. “I reate Paolo Javier will serve on Center and a member of the Board is fully reimbursed for Queens son of Community Board 10, truly thank the Assemblywoman the five-member panel of judges of Trustees of Queens Public residents, individuals can freely said. “It affords us and all Queens and Senator for their work in ex- who will review the submissions Library; and Maria Terrone, po- enjoy the Rockaway’s beaches, residents the opportunity to visit panding the rebate program and of those applying to be the next etry editor of the journal Italian work in Rockaway, access the fer- our borough’s beaches without for allowing me and my family to Queens Poet Laureate. Americana and a frequent visiting ry services, eat at its restaurants suffering the unfair cost of a toll access Rockaway without finan- Also on the panel are Walt poet in Queens and Manhattan and all else that Rockaway has on a bridge that connects one cial burden.” Whitman Award-winning poet public schools. Nicole Cooley, NYC Youth Poet Applications for the position Laureate Camryn Bruno, and of Queens Poet Laureate will be Stavisky, Rozic Successfully Double State Aid for Alice Quinn, Executive Director pre-screened by the Administra- of the Poetry Society of America tive Committee, then reviewed by Holocaust Survivors and an adjunct professor at Co- the five-member panel of expert lumbia University’s Graduate judges. The judges will select (Continued from page 7) population often requires a set of for and supported with the comfort special services that are unique to School of the Arts. three finalists who will meet in and dignity they so deserve.” About the Queens Poet Laure- person with the five judges and “This allocation is essential to Holocaust survivors. Due to the Allen I. Fagin, Executive Vice securing our vulnerable popula- nature of their trauma, these ser- ate Administrative Committee the members of the Administra- President and Chief Professional The process of selecting the tive Committee, who will collec- tion with access to the unique vices can be costly for providers. Officer of the Orthodox Union care they need and deserve. I am UJA is committed to ensuring that Queens Poet Laureate is overseen tively make the selection of the said: “At a time when vicious, by the Queens Poet Laureate Ad- next Queens Poet Laureate. proud to stand by the efforts of our remaining survivors receive anti-Semitic attacks against Jew- Assemblywoman Rozic, Senator the care and support they need to ish New Yorkers are becoming Stavisky, and my colleagues to live their lives with the dignity and a daily occurrence and students ensure that our survivors are able respect they deserve. We thank the across the country display swas- A & F Auto Repairs, Inc. to live with dignity.” state for providing funding for this tikas with pride, this funding is “Holocaust survivors are program in the final budget.” especially important. It is crucial incredibly important,” said As- Sandy Myers, Vice President, that our government recognizes semblyman Simcha Eichenstein. External Affairs and Commu- and supports the elderly citizens “A testament to what it means nications, Selfhelp Community of New York who carry the scars to be strong and resilient in the Services said: “Funding and sup- of unimaginable horror and abuse face of hate, we must help them port from government is key to at the hands of the Nazis. We to spread the message to the next enabling Holocaust survivors to thank Senator Stavisky, Assem- generations. I am glad that there age with the independence and blywoman Rozic, and the entire will be an additional $400,000 in dignity they deserve, especially state legislature for this important this year’s budget for Holocaust those struggling with poverty and funding.” survivor’s social services.” deteriorating health conditions. As The funding approved in this Louisa Chafee, Senior Vice the largest provider of services year’s state budget for Holocaust President, External Relations and to Holocaust survivors in North survivors residing in New York Public Policy, UJA-Federation of America, Selfhelp Community State will provide financial as- New York said: “UJA is grateful Services thanks Assemblywoman sistance, mental health care, legal General Auto Repairs to Assemblywoman Nily Rozic, Nily Rozic, Senator Stavisky, and services, transportation, and sen- (Foreingn and Domestic) Senator Toby Ann Stavisky, and their colleagues in the legislature sitive end-of-life care. Accessories their colleagues in the legislature for including funding for survi- As survivors age and navigate • Tires • Batteries for supporting the unique needs vors in the budget.” expected challenges, they need • Electronic Tune-ups of Holocaust survivors living in David Greenfield, CEO of additional support for issues that • Inspection Station poverty in their SFY 2019-2020 Met Council said: “Met Council stem directly from experiences • Towing Budget. Many of UJA’s partner is deeply grateful to Assembly- in the Holocaust. Studies have organizations provide critical woman Rozic, Senator Stavisky, found that survivors face a higher ARIS & FRANK services for survivors, including and all those who stand in support incidence of cancer, heart disease, case management; legal assis- of the Holocaust survivors among PTSD, and depression. More than 43-05 111th Street • Corona Heights, NY tance; trauma-informed care; end us. Survivors have endured the 50% of survivors living in New Greek, Spanish and Italian Spoken of life care and more to meet the unimaginable and Met Council is York City can be classified as needs of this vulnerable popula- proud to work with New York City ‘very poor’ or ‘near poor’ under (718) 592-7470 (718) 699-2499 tion. However, caring for this and State to ensure each is cared federal guidelines. PAGE 10 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
Rep. Maloney Highlights the Significant SUNY Optometry and Community Healthcare Accomplishments of the House Democratic Network Unveil Eye Mobile Majority in First 100 Days The State University of tween CHN health centers Centered Medical Homes New York (SUNY) College and will be available for (PCMH), two School Based Congresswoman Carolyn Act, which would make his- sexual assault and stalking. of Optometry and Com- all community members to Health Centers (SBHC), B. Maloney (NY-12) marked toric reforms to make voting ● H.R. 1644 – Save The munity Healthcare Network book appointments. and a fleet of mobile health 100 days since the new easier and more accessible, Internet Act, to restore Net (CHN) today unveiled Eye “About four years ago, units. To learn more about House Democratic Majority get big money out of politics Neutrality Mobile, a mobile health CHN senior leaders and I CHN visit our website at was sworn in on January 3, and clean up corruption in ● On the first day of unit, during a ribbon cut- met to discuss the possibil- www.chnnyc.org or follow 2019 and praised the prog- Washington the Congressional session, ting ceremony at CHN’s ity of adding eye care at us on Facebook, Twitter, ress House Democrats have ● H.R. 7 – Paycheck Fair- House Democrats voted to Washington Heights health their sites, which ultimately YouTube, and Instagram. made to advance the For the ness Act, to help close the seek legal action against the center. The partnership will led to a realization that About SUNY Optom- People agenda and other ac- gender pay gap and ensure Texas v. United States law- expand access to eye and an optometry mobile van etry - Founded in 1971 and complishments. equal pay for equal work suit which would dismantle vision care for more than could serve all the CHN located in New York City, “100 days into the 116th ● H.R. 8– Bipartisan protections for people with 5,000 New Yorkers in low- facilities,” said Dr. Richard the State University of New Congress, I’m proud that Background Checks Act, pre-existing conditions and income and underserved Soden, director of health York College of Optometry House Democrats have to require universal back- strike down the Affordable communities in Manhattan, care development at SUNY is a leader in education, kept our promise to clean ground checks for all gun Care Act. Brooklyn, Queens and the Optometry. “What was a research and patient care, up Washington and fight purchases H.R. 1112 – En- ● House committees have Bronx each year. concept a few years ago offering the Doctor of Op- for the people. We passed hanced Background Checks held more than 25 hearings Eye disease and visual became reality with the help tometry degree as well as the landmark H.R. 1 For Act, to close the Charleston and markups on health- impairment are among the of many dedicated individu- MS and PhD degrees in the People Act, and have loophole care, passing 13 bills out of top 10 causes of disability in als along with support from vision science. The College taken action to restore Net ● H.R. 268 – Disaster committee to lower health New York State, according state legislators.” conducts a robust program Neutrality, address gun supplemental funding, to costs and prescription drug to Dr. Sachin Jain, CHN’s Funding for Eye Mobile of basic, translational and violence, strengthen the provide emergency funding prices. acting chief medical officer. came from Assemblymem- clinical research and has Violence Against Women to help communities across ● House Democrats have Additionally, 23 percent of ber Victor Pichardo, Assem- 65 affiliated clinical train- Act, and pass the Paycheck the country, from California also introduced the Protect- individuals 40 years or older blymember Vivian Cook, ing sites. SUNY Optom- Fairness Act. At the same to Puerto Rico, suffering ing Pre-Existing Conditions in New York State say they Assemblymember Diana etry is regionally accred- time, we are fighting to from natural disasters and Making Health Care do not receive vision care Richardson and the late ited by the Commission on protect people’s access to ● H.R. 676 – NATO More Affordable Act (H.R. due to the high cost or lack Assemblymember Denny Higher Education of the health insurance, to lower Support Act, to affirm and 1884), which would lower of insurance. Farrell. Middle States Association healthcare and prescription strengthen our alliance with health insurance premiums “Each year CHN made About Community of Colleges and Secondary drug costs and rebuild our NATO for an estimated 13 million more than 5,000 referrals to Healthcare Network - Com- Schools; its four-year pro- nation’s infrastructure in a ● H.R. 840 – Veterans Americans, according to optometry services. Half of munity Healthcare Network fessional degree program green way. I am incredibly Access to Child Care Act to the Center for Budget and those referrals never turned is a not-for-profit organiza- and residency programs are proud of our caucus and provide child care assistance Policy Priorities. into appointments,” said tion providing access to accredited by the Accredita- what we have accomplished to veterans who are receiv- ● House Committees CHN president and chief affordable primary care, tion Council on Optometric in just 100 days For the ing mental health or other have held more than 35 executive officer Robert M. dental, nutrition, behavioral Education of the American People.” intensive medical treatment hearings on America’s in- Hayes. “It is critical that we health and social services Optometric Association. In the first 100 days ● H.R. 1585 – Violence frastructure needs, and the provide them with access for diverse populations All classrooms, research of the Congressional ses- Against Women Reautho- Rebuild America’s Schools to the care they need and throughout New York City. facilities and the University sion, House Democrats have rization Act, to help pro- Act (H.R.865) has already deserve in the community.” CHN serves more than Eye Center, which is one passed key legislation, in- tect women and LGBTQ been reported out of the The Eye Mobile van in- 85,000 individuals a year of the largest optometric cluding: community from domestic Education and Labor Com- cludes two fully-equipped who would otherwise have outpatient facilities in the ● H.R. 1 – For The People violence, dating violence, mittee. exam rooms for dilated little or no access to critical nation, are located on 42nd retinal exams, eye condition health care. CHN is com- Street between Fifth and Attorney General James Joins Multistate Amicus diagnoses, management of posed of eleven Federally Sixth Avenues in midtown long-term conditions and Qualified Health Centers Manhattan. Brief to Protect Women’s Reproductive Rights the prescription of correc- (FQHCs) and NCQA des- Attorney General Letitia cising their right to choose the ban and requesting a tive lenses. It will rotate be- ignated Level 3 Patient See picture on page 12. James today joined a coali- pre-viability abortion. temporary restraining or- tion of 21 Attorneys General “A woman’s right to der. The plaintiffs named as LEGAL NOTICES in filing a brief in the United access safe and effective defendants the state officers To read GIA online States Court of Appeals for abortion services is unques- responsible for overseeing Visit www.giamondo.com CKC NY Properties LLC, Arts the Fifth Circuit, supporting tionably protected under the public health. On November of Org. filed with Sec. of State Mississippi’s last abortion United States Constitution, 20, 2018, the district court of NY (SSNY) 4/5/2019. Cty: clinic in Jackson Women’s yet far too often, we see granted summary judgment Queens. SSNY desig. as Health Organization, et al. attempts by certain states for the plaintiffs and issued agent upon whom process v. State Health Officer of to undermine this right,” a permanent injunction. The against may be served & shall the Mississippi Department said Attorney General Le- court held that the proposed mail process to Clive Harding, of Health, et al. The case titia James. “I will continue state law violated women’s 241-48 148th Rd., Rosedale, G718.592.2196IA challenges House Bill 1510, to work with other Attor- right to due process under NY 11422. General Purpose. which prohibits doctors neys General to ensure that the 14th Amendment. 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 Servicing The Tri-State Area and Long Island, Florida and Italy from providing abortion women’s health and consti- Joining Attorney General services past 15 weeks. The tutional rights are protected James in filing the brief are Notice of Formation of ETHER coalition, led by Attorney from extremist laws and the Attorneys General of ARTISTS LLC Arts. of Org. General Becerra argues that ideologies.” California, Colorado, Con- filed with Secy. of State of NY state laws cannot prohibit a In March 2018, Mississip- necticut, Delaware, Hawai’i, (SSNY) on 08/29/2018. Office woman from her constitu- pi enacted House Bill 1510. Illinois, Iowa, Maine, location: Queens County. tionally protected right to House Bill 1510 places a ban Maryland, Massachusetts, SSNY designated as agent terminate her pregnancy on abortion services after Michigan, Minnesota, Ne- of LLC upon whom process before viability under Roe the 15th week of pregnancy. vada, New Mexico, Or- against it may be served. v. Wade. The amici states Jackson Women’s Health egon, Pennsylvania, Rhode SSNY shall mail process argue the banning of abor- Organization, as the sole Island, Vermont, Virginia, to 79-10 34th Avenue, #3P, tions after 15 weeks flatly abortion provider in Missis- Washington, and the Dis- Jackson Heights, NY 11372. forbids women from exer- sippi, filed suit challenging trict of Columbia. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 Queens Minority Health Month Fair ... (Continued from page 4) Notice of Formation of ZEROGRAV CREATIONS specialty care is critical to vices in their language and ness about the effect of the April 27. Delivery System Reform LLC Arts. of Org. filed with building heathier families,” that is exactly what SOMOS prescription opioids in their About SOMOS: SOMOS Incentive Payment Program Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) said Jo-Ann Yoo, Executive is doing here today,” said language thru innovative is a non-profit, physician- (DSRIP). The SOMOS on 04/08/2019. Office location: Director of Asian American Sara Mora, DREAMer and approaches”. led network of nearly 2,000 network includes provid- Queens County. SSNY Federation. “I am honored Immigrant Rights Advocate. This Queens health fair health care providers serv- ers delivering culturally designated as agent of LLC to celebrate National Mi- “The dangers of the pre- and forum is part of a series ing over 700,000 Medicaid competent care to patients upon whom process against nority Health Month today scription opioids’ epidemic of community events hosted beneficiaries in New York in some of New York City’s it may be served. SSNY shall with SOMOS and Queens are as close as a medicine by SOMOS during Minor- City. Launched in 2015 by most vulnerable popula- mail process to 59-10 Queens residents. cabinet away,” said Marta ity Health Month. SOMOS its Chairman Dr. Ramon tions, particularly Latino, Blvd., 3B, Woodside, NY 11377. “Undocumented young Michelle Colón, Founder of will also co-host a Minority Tallaj, SOMOS Community Asian, African-American Purpose: any lawful purpose. people and their families Be Gutsy. Be Gutsy’s mis- Health Month fair and forum Care is the largest and only and immigrant communi- 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 desperately need access to sion is to save our youths with Brooklyn Borough physician-led performance ties throughout the Bronx, high quality health care, as lives, by starting the conver- President Eric Adams at provider system participat- Brooklyn, Manhattan and www.queenstimes.com well as resources and ser- sation and enabling aware- Brooklyn Borough Hall on ing in the New York State Queens. THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019 THE QUEENS TIMES PAGE 11
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NOTICE OF SALE, SUPREME Notice of formation of MASPETH 1CLICKDEALSNY,LLC. Art. of Org. AAP Real Estate Mgmt LLC. File No.: 2017-2668/C reasonable amount payable COURT, QUEENS COUNTY, WELDING OPERATIONS filed with the SSNY on 3/19/2019. Filed w/ SSNY on 2/28/19. CITATION to the Office of the Public Index No. 704834-16, The LLC. Art. of Org. filed with Office: QUEENS County. SSNY Office: Queens Co. SSNY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE Administrator for the expenses Board of Managers of the the Secretary of State of New designated as agent of the LLC designated as agent for OF NEW YORK of said office pursuant to Britton Condominium v. Aslam York (SSNY) on 03/15/2019. upon whom process against it may process & shall mail to: 5281 BY THE GRACE OF GOD, S.C.P.A. §1106(3); and why Ajani, et al. Pursuant to a Office: Queens County. SSNY be served. SSNY shall mail copy of Little Neck Pkwy, Little Neck, FREE AND INDEPENDENT the Last Will and Testament Judgment of Foreclosure designated as agent upon process to the LLC, 8939 237TH NY 11362. Registered Agent To: dated May 1, 2008 should not and Sale dated May 3, whom process against it may be ST BELLEROSE NY 11426. of LLC: Myung Hun Song, 5281 Karla V. Dixon, be admitted to Probate; and 2018 and entered on May served. SSNY shall mail a copy of Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Little Neck Pkwy, Little Neck, Janice King, why the Letters of Temporary 9, 2018, Gerald Chiariello process against the LLC to: 59-30 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 NY 11362. Purpose: any lawful Tracy Dixon, Administration issued to the II, Esq., Referee, will sell at 54th Street, Maspeth NY 11378. 3/28,4/4,11,18,25&5/2/2019 St. James the Less, Episcopal Public Administrator should not public auction at the Queens Purpose: any lawful purpose. Notice of formation of LJ Church, be revoked; and why Letters County courthouse, 88-11 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 Connections LLC. Articles of Twiswaco LLC, Arts of Org. Inez Nelson, of Administration CTA should Sutphin Blvd., Room 25, Org. filed w/ Secretary of State filed with Sec. of State of Marie Carter, not be issued to the Public Jamaica, New York on April Notice of Formation of of New York SSNY on 11/9/2017. NY (SSNY) 9/26/2018. Cty: Zenith Taylor, Esq., Administrator; and why the net 26, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., the SPARK - MOTION PICTURE, Office location: Queens County. Queens. SSNY desig. as agent Richard Gutierrez, Esq residuary estate should not be premises known as Unit 3C BROADCAST & THEATRICAL SSNY has been designated for upon whom process against Attorney General of the State paid pursuant to the Last Will in the Britton Condominium, EQUIPMENT RENTALS LLC service of process. SSNY shall may be served & shall mail of New York and Testament as follows; 82-01 Britton Avenue, East Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. mail process to: 8424 120th St, process to c/o Vincent Yam, The unknown distributees, STATEMENT OF PROPOSED Elmhurst, New York (Block of State of NY (SSNY) on #1, Kew Gardens, NY 11415. 45-21 Parsons Blvd., Flushing, legatees, devisees, heirs at DISTRIBUTION 1509, Lot 1032), together 03/25/2019. Office location: Purpose: any lawful purpose. NY 11355.General Purpose. law and assignees of Juanita Karla V. Dixon – delivery of with a undivided 1.7634% Queens County. SSNY 3/14,21,28,4/4,11&18/2019 3/28,4/4,11,18,25&5/2/2019 Watkins aka Juanita E. Watkins, an Executor’s deed to real interest in the common designated as agent of LLC deceased, or their estates, if property located at 139-41 elements of the Condominium upon whom process against FRJ 1031 98th Street, LLC, Notice of Formation of LOTUS any there be, whose names, 225th Street, Laurelton, NY (more fully described in it may be served. SSNY shall Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of PLEASURES LLC Arts. of Org. places of residence and post 11413, plus 50% residuary the subject Judgment of mail process to 42-15 64th State of NY (SSNY) 2/21/2019. filed with Secy. of State of NY office addresses are unknown estate Foreclosure and Sale). The Street, Woodside, NY 11377. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. (SSNY) on 03/20/2019. Office to the petitioner and cannot with Janice King – 25% of residuary approximate amount of the Purpose: any lawful purpose. as agent upon whom process location: Queens County. due diligence be ascertained. estate Judgment of Foreclosure 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 against may be served & SSNY designated as agent Being the persons interested Inez Nelson – 13% of residuary and Sale is $65,198.12, shall mail process to 162-45 of LLC upon whom process as creditors, legatees, estate plus interest and costs; and Notice of Formation of Crossbay Blvd., Howard Beach, against it may be served. distributees or otherwise in the Tracy Dixon – 6% of residuary plaintiff’s attorney’s fees in PARADIES LAGARDERE NY 11414. General Purpose. SSNY shall mail process to Estate of Juanita Watkins aka estate the amount of $2,000.00. @ LGA 2019, LLC Arts. of 3/28,4/4,11,18,25&5/2/2019 6945 Gouverneur Avenue, Juanita E. Watkins, deceased, St James the Less Episcopal The premises will be sold Org. filed with Secy. of State Fl. 1, Arverne, NY 11692. who at the time of death was a Church – 6% residuary estate subject to the provisions of of NY (SSNY) on 03/12/19. Notice of Formation of Royalty Purpose: any lawful purpose. resident of 139-41 225th Street, Dated, Attested and Sealed said Judgment, filed under Office location: Queens Omni LLC. Articles of Org. 4/4,11,18,25,5/2&9/2019 Laurelton, NY 11422, in the 8th day of April, 2019 Index No. 704834/16. Dan County. SSNY designated filed with the Secretary of County of Queens, State of New HON. PETER J. KELLY Feldman, Esq., 41-46 Main as agent of LLC upon whom State of New York (SSNY) on Double 8 Realty LLC, Arts York. SEND Surrogate, Queens County St., Ste. 200, Flushing, NY process against it may be 03/19/2019. Office located in of Org filed with SSNY on GREETING: James Lim Becker 11355, Attorney for Plaintiff. served. SSNY shall mail Queens County. SSNY has 02/05/19. Off. Loc.: Queens Upon the petition of LOIS Clerk of the Surrogate’s Court 3/28,4/4,11&18/2019 process to c/o Corporation been designated for service of County, SSNY designated M. ROSENBLATT, Public GERARD J. SWEENEY, ESQ. Service Co., 80 State St., process. SSNY shall mail copy as agent of LLC upon whom Administrator of Queens (718) 459-9000 Notice of Formation of West Albany, NY 12207-2543. of any process served against process against it may be County, who maintains 1981 Marcus Avenue, 108th Street TIC LLC. Arts. of Purpose: Airport concessions. the LLC to: 137-36 226th Street, served. SSNY shall mail her office at 88-11 Sutphin Suite 200 Org. filed with Secy. of State of 3/21,28,4/4,11,18&25/2019 Laurelton, NY 11413. Purpose: a copy of process to: The Boulevard, Jamaica, Queens Lake Success, New York 11042 NY (SSNY) on 5/16/14. Office Any lawful activity or purpose. LLC, 135-36 39th Ave 1st Fl County, New York 11435, as This citation is served upon you location: Queens County. SNZ WOOD, LLC, Arts. of 3/28,4/4,11,18,25&5/2/2019 Flushing, NY 11354. Purpose: Temporary Administrator of the as required by law. You are not SSNY designated as agent Org. filed with the SSNY to engage in any lawful act. Estate of Juanita Watkins aka obliged to appear in person. of LLC upon whom process on 04/02/2019. Office loc: 4 Adair Court LLC, Arts of Org. 3/28,4/4,11,18,25&5/2/2019 Juanita E. Watkins, deceased, If you fail to appear it will be against it may be served. Queens County. SSNY has filed with Sec. of State of NY you and each of you are assumed that you do not object SSNY shall mail process been designated as agent (SSNY) 2/8/2019. Cty: Queens. Notice of Formation of SIX hereby cited to show cause to the relief requested unless to: Attn: Joseph J. McKillop, upon whom process against SSNY desig. as agent upon DOGS YOGA LLC Arts. of Org. before the Surrogate at the you file formal legal, verified Esq., Muss Development the LLC may be served. whom process against may be filed with Secy. of State of NY Surrogate’s Court of the County objections. You have a right to LLC, 118-35 Queens Blvd., SSNY shall mail process served & shall mail process to (SSNY) on 03/18/2019. Office of Queens, to be held at the have an attorney-at-law appear Forest Hills, NY 11375, the to: The LLC, 132-10 11th Dunnington Bartholow & Miller location: Queens County. Queens General Courthouse, for you. registered agent of LLC upon Avenue, Flushing, NY 11356. LLP, Attn: Robert Swetnick, SSNY designated as agent 6th Floor, 88-11 Sutphin Accounting Citation whom process may be served. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. Esq., 230 Park Ave., 21st Fl., of LLC upon whom process Boulevard, Jamaica, City and 4/11,18,25&5/2/2019 Purpose: any lawful activity. 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 NY, NY 10169.General Purpose. against it may be served. State of New York, on the 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 3/14,21,28,4/4,11&18/2019 SSNY shall mail process to 6th day of June, 2019 at 9:30 Notice of Formation of 111-03 Notice of Formation of KGS 83-15 116th Street, Apt. 2G, o’clock in the forenoon, why NORTHERN BOULEVARD Notice of Formation of Evans AUTO TRANSPORT LLC GMEN4, LLC, Arts of Org. Richmond Hill, NY 11418. the Account of Proceedings LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with 2019 Real Estate L.P. Certificate Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. filed with Sec. of State of NY Purpose: any lawful purpose. of the Public Administrator of Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) filed with Secy. of State of NY of State of NY (SSNY) on (SSNY) 9/14/2018. Cty: Queens. 4/4,11,18,25,5/2&9/2019 Queens County, as Temporary on 03/22/19. Office location: (SSNY) on 3/29/2019. Office 12/05/18. Office location: SSNY desig. as agent upon Administrator of the Estate Queens County. SSNY Notice of formation [domestic] location: Queens County. SSNY Queens County. SSNY whom process against may be of said deceased, a copy of designated as agent of LLC of LIMA HOUSING LLC Articles designated as agent of LP upon designated as agent of LLC served & shall mail process to which is attached, should upon whom process against of Org. filed with NY Secretary whom process against it may upon whom process against 41-25 36th St., Long Island City, not be judicially settled, and it may be served. SSNY shall of State (NS) on 03/15/2019, be served. SSNY shall mail it may be served. SSNY shall NY 11101. General Purpose. why the Surrogate should not mail process to: 84 05 57th office location: Queens process to: 24-15 Queens Plaza mail process to 253-21 147th 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 fix and allow a reasonable Rd., Elmhurst, NY 11373. County, the LLC doesn’t have North, Ste 11A, Long Island Drive, #2, Rosedale, NY 11422. amount of compensation to Purpose: any lawful activities. RAAS MANAGEMENT LLC. any registered agent and the City, NY 11101. Name/address Purpose: Any lawful activity. GERARD J. SWEENEY, ESQ., 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 of each genl. ptr. available from 3/14,21,28,4/4,11&18/2019 Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY legal address for processing is for legal services rendered on 02/26/19. Office: Queens SSNY. Term: until 12/31/2095. Lima Housing LLC 97-53 85th to petitioner herein in the MELYVET LLC. Articles of Brondow Products LLC, Arts County. SSNY designated as Purpose: any lawful activity. Street. Ozone Park, NY 11416, amount of $21,555.94 and Org. filed NY Sec. of State of Org. filed with Sec. of State agent of the LLC upon whom 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 purpose is any lawful purpose. that the Court fix the fair and (SSNY) 03/05/19. Office in of NY (SSNY) 2/14/2019. process against it may be 4/4,11,18,25,5/2&9/2019 reasonable additional fee for Queens Co. SSNY desig. agent Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. served. SSNY shall mail copy any services to be rendered of LLC upon whom process as agent upon whom process of process to the LLC, 108-20 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF by GERARD J. SWEENEY, may be served. SSNY shall against may be served & 49th Avenue, Corona, NY 11368. 104-18 NORTHERN REALTY ESQ., hereafter in connection mail copy of process to P.O. shall mail process to 1930 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LLC. Articles of Organization with proceedings on kinship, Box 608, Mineola, NY 11501. Troutman St., Ridgewood, 3/14,21,28,4/4,11&18/2019 were filed with the Secretary claims etc., prior to entry of a Purpose: Any lawful purpose. QUEENS NY 11385.General Purpose. TIMES of State of New York (SSNY) final Decree on this accounting 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 Sylvan Midway Parking on 03/21/19. Office located in in the amount of 6% of assets LLC ,Arts of Org. filed with Queens County. SSNY has been or income collected after the MD45 Developers LLC, Arts NY 3901 LLC, Arts of Org. filed Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) designated as agent of the LLC date of the within accounting; of Org. filed with Sec. of State with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 2/27/2019. Cty: Queens. SSNY upon whom process against it and why the Surrogate should of NY (SSNY) 3/13/2019. 1/12/2017. Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom may be served. SSNY shall mail not fix and allow an amount Cty: Queens. SSNY desig. desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served a copy of process to the LLC, equal to one percent on said as agent upon whom process process against may be served & shall mail process to c/o 104-18 NORTHERN REALTY Schedules of the total assets on against may be served & & shall mail process to 43-13 Leandro Vaysman, 112-41 LLC 24-25 LITTLE NECK Schedules A, A1, and A2 plus shall mail process to 48-02 69th St., 1st Fl., Woodside, Queens Blvd., Forest Hills, BLVD., BAYSIDE, NY 11360. any additional monies received 25th Ave., Ste. 400, Astoria, NY 11377.General Purpose. NY 11375.General Purpose. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. subsequent to the date of NY 11103.General Purpose. 4/18,25,5/2,9,16&23/2019 3/14,21,28,4/4,11&18/2019 4/4,11,18,25,5/2&9/2019 this account, as the fair and 4/11,18,25,5/2,9&16/2019 PAGE 12 THE QUEENS TIMES THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2019
110PCT Community As we approach significant holy days, I wish you Council April Meeting a Joyous, Blessed Easter and a Happy Passover. Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. New York State Senator District 15
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Pictured at the 110pct Community Council April Meeting, held at Italian Charities, is 110pct CC Rec. Sec. William McCarthy, 110pct CC President Al Perna, QBP Melinda Katz, 110pct Police Officers of the Month Kevin Odonnell and William Graham who received Outstanding Service Awards, 110pct Capt Nicola Ventre and 110pct CC Sergeant at Arms Mike Liquori. Photo by Bob Grant SUNY Optometry and Community Healthcare Network Unveil Eye Mobile
Pictured (L-R): CHN acting chief medical officer Dr. Sachin Jain, CHN chief of staff Elana Berman, Assemblymember Victor Pichardo, SUNY Optometry president Dr. David A. Heath, SUNY Optometry director of health care development Dr. Richard Soden, CHN general counsel David Gross. Image Credit: Louie Bacosa Giornale Italo Americano www.giamondo.com Call 718-592-2196 Servicing The Tri-State Area and Long Island, Florida and Italy