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Services’ after-school program at P.S.150Q took to the streets of Sunnyside lastweek in a spirited march to save the pro-gram they need and love. Waving signsand chanting “Save SCS! Save our after-school,” the students joined up with agroup of after-schoolers from P.S. 199Qbefore returning to their schoolyard todeliver moving testimony and share theirfeelings about the program they hope to beallowed to return to in September.

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Photo Right: Students advocate forfunding to be restored to the SCS after-school program at P.S. 150 in Sunnyside.

On May 27th City Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer held a rally with City CouncilFire & Criminal Justice Chair Elizabeth Crowley, the Uniformed Firefighters Associationand the Uniformed Fire Officers Association against the proposed closure of Ladder 128in Long Island City. For over a century, Ladder 128 has been serving the City of New Yorkin emergency situations, including playing an integral role in the rescue efforts during theterror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Ladder 128 serves the communities of Blissville, LongIsland City, Sunnyside, Woodside and Greenpoint, Brooklyn.

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Rally To Save Ladder 128(continued from front page)

According to a recent report, closing Ladder 128 would result in nearly 7 min response times, well abovethe National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) four- minute benchmark. According to NFPA studies, theincreased response times lead to greater casualties and expanded property damage in emergencies.

“In an emergency, every second saves lives,” said CM Van Bramer. “Allowing response times to skyrocketis simply unacceptable. The Mayor must reconsider this dangerous proposal. As the population continues togrow in the area, this is not the time to cut services that protect our residents. I will continue to fight to keepLadder 128 open for the safety of our local residents.”

“Closing Ladder 128 will lengthen response times, potentially putting residents’ lives in danger. With thisarea experiencing a population boom, now is not the time to be making dangerous cuts to emergency services,”said Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez.

“Closing Ladder 128 would lengthen response times and harm the safety of western Queens residents,”Senator Michael Gianaris said. “Western Queens continues to grow and is in need of more fire protectionservices, not less. The Mayor must reconsider and keep Ladder 128 open.”

“In a fire or emergency, every second counts. That’s why our neighborhood firehouses, like Ladder 128,and the brave men and women of the New York City Fire Department are essential to the safety of ourcommunities,” said Congressman Joe Crowley. “While budget cuts are necessary right now, there cannot bea compromise when it comes to providing lifesaving services. I urge the City to reconsider these closures.”

“In a fire, seconds count. If we lose Ladder Company 128, the extra seven minutes it may take for anothercompany to come to the neighborhood could be the difference between life and death. Let’s hope city officialstake another look at closing Ladder 128. I know these are tough times, but our firehouses are the last placeswe should look to for budget cuts,” said Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney.

Out of the twenty fire companies slated for closure, the loss of Ladder 128 would create the second longestaverage response time. The Fire Department released a report that estimates that arrival times for firstresponders will likely increase by more than a minute, from five minutes 31 seconds to six minutes 44 seconds,if Ladder 128 were to close.

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U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D- Queens, Manhattan); Queens Bor-ough President Helen Marshall; representatives of the offices of SenatorMichael Gianaris, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer, and otherelected officials; and Bishop Mitchell Taylor met this week with ParksDepartment Commissioner Adrian Benepe and other officials to pressfor expedited repairs to the Queens Seawall.

At the meeting, Commissioner Benepe announced that the ParksDepartment is issuing a request for proposals (RFP) today to begin theprocess of repairing the seawall. The RFP solicits proposals for testingthe site to determine the extent to which there are contaminants in thesoil. Testing should begin in late June and will take 12 weeks tocomplete. The bid-winning contractor will be required to take samplesof the soil at various depths and of ground water. These samples will besubmitted to an independent laboratory for analysis. The contract alsocalls for a review of findings and the issuance of a final report. The reportwill specify the legal and recommended disposal means when mitigatingcontamination and restoring the shoreline and the seawall.

Stalled for more than a decade, the project has begun to move forwardas Maloney, local elected officials, the Army Corps of Engineers, theMayor’s office, and the Parks Department joined together in February tocreate a Queens Seawall Task Force and have jointly resolved to makethis project a top priority.

“This RFP is the first step toward finally rebuilding the crumblingQueens Seawall. I am so pleased that Commissioner Benepe and histeam at the Parks Department have taken the lead on rebuilding theseawall and will soon begin the environmental testing required to movethe project forward,” Rep. Maloney said. “The Queens Seawall is adisaster waiting to happen. At long last, we are making progress on thisproject and I look forward to working with the city to complete these longoverdue repairs as soon as possible.”

“We are very pleased that we are finally able to undertake necessarytesting within Queensbridge Park, which is the first important step towardsthe reconstruction of the park’s seawall,” said Parks & Recreation Commis-sioner Adrian Benepe. “Thanks to the leadership of CongresswomanMaloney and Borough President Helen Marshall who are working withlocal elected officials, we believe we will soon be in a position to reconstructthe seawall so that local residents can enjoy access to their waterfront. Thisimportant project could not have moved forward without the help of ourcity, state, and federal partners.” “The meeting at Queens Borough Hallearlier this week was a frank and productive one that shored-up support forthe repairs needed for the seawall in western Queens. It was a solid exampleof what can happen when our federal, state and city officials work with localgovernment to fix a longstanding community problem that had no resolu-tion for more than ten years. Thanks, especially, to CongresswomanCarolyn Maloney for her leadership and the federal dollars she has securedfor this much-needed restoration,” said Borough President Marshall.

“The Queensbridge Seawall is in desperate need of repair and mustreceive attention immediately. I commend Congresswoman Maloneyfor her dogged efforts to see this through and look forward to continuingour work with her and the Queensbridge Seawall Task Force until thisproject is completed,” said Senator Gianaris.

“The Request for Proposals is an important first step to ensure theSeawall is repaired and restored for the community to use the waterfront.For over a decade, the Seawall repairs have been stalled, potentiallycreating a significant threat to public safety. I will continue to work withthe Parks Department and Congresswoman Maloney to ensure thisproject is completed,” said Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer.

“I am so pleased to see that the Parks Department is moving forwardon repairing the Queens Seawall, considering that the residents ofQueensbridge Houses have waited almost two decades for their accessto the waterfront to be restored and for this potential crisis to be averted,”said Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor, President and Founder of the East RiverDevelopment Alliance. “Thank you to Congresswoman Carolyn Maloneyand the members of Queens Seawall Task Force for making sure that thiscritical issue is no longer neglected.”

Queens Leaders Applaud Parks Department forBeginning the Repair Process

Students Rally to Restore After-School Funds

Sunnyside’s Council Member, Jimmy Van Bramer, attendedthe rally, applauding the children’s advocacy efforts while regret-ting the necessity for them. Van Bramer promised he wouldcontinue to fight for the restoration of funds needed to provide thiscritical program to the community. Judy Zangwill, SunnysideCommunity Services’ executive director, called on parents, grand-parents, caregivers, staff, youth, and everyone who cares aboutafter-school programs to call 311 and tell the mayor to “save after-school programs by restoring funds to Out-of-School Time pro-grams.” The NYC budget will be finalized later this month.

For more information about Sunnyside Community Services,go to www.scsny.org, or call (718) 784-6173.

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Above: Student in the SCS after-school program at P.S. 150 inSunnyside holds sign of support.

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City Hall Rally To Save Library Jobs,Library Service Draws Hundreds

What Happened at the MayUnited Forties Meeting?

* Layoff of 471 staff who provide critical informationservices to the community* 48 libraries would be closed 4 or 5 days per week* Only 13 libraries would be open 5 days per week,Monday through Friday* Central Library would be the only library open onSaturdays* No Sunday library service in Queens at all* People in Queens would have HALF the access toborrow materials, use computers, attend programs, gethomework help, ask for job information and so manyother important library services.

Queens Library SupportersStand Up for LibrariesHundreds of library lovers,

joined by library supporters in theCity Council, rallied on the stepsof City Hall on May 26 to pushback on proposed budget cuts toQueens Library.

Leading the rally was CouncilMember Jimmy Van Bramer,Chairman of the Council Commit-tee on Cultural Affairs & Librar-ies. Speakers included CouncilMember Vincent Gentile, Chair-man of the Council Subcommitteeon Libraries; Council MemberLeroy Comrie, Queens DelegationLeader; Council Member KarenKoslowitz; Council Member MarkWeprin; Council Member Eliza-beth Crowley; Council MemberPeter Koo; Council Member EricUlrich, Council Member DanHalloran and Local 1321 President

John Hyslop. They all expressedtheir support and admiration forthe value that Queens Library addsto the community.

“New Yorkers deserve well-funded libraries,” said CouncilMember Jimmy Van Bramer (D-26th District). “Throughout the fiveboroughs, libraries are an integralpart of our education system, pro-viding adult literacy programs andcountless educational opportuni-ties for children. The proposed cutsare the most severe our public li-braries have ever seen and wouldhave a devastating effect on qual-ity of life across the City of NewYork. I will continue to work withcolleagues in the City

Council, advocates and com-munity leaders to restore as muchof this vital funding as possible.”

“Continuing to fund local li-braries means we continue to be-

lieve in the future of New York City, the literacy of itschildren, the strength of its neighborhoods and the impor-tance of technology in every person’s quality of life. Ibelieve the Mayor and City Council must pass a budget thatkeeps one eye on today’s financial needs and another onthe brightness of the city’s future, and only a budget themaintains our present library resources and access canaccomplish that,” said Council Member Vincent Gentile.

“The City Council is committed to protecting ourlibraries,” said Councilman Domenic M. Recchia, Jr.,chairman of the Finance Committee. “Cutting librarieswould be devastating for communities, because it wouldmean job losses, as well as the loss of programs importantto New Yorkers, like after-school activities and servicesfor people seeking employment. We intend to fight toensure our libraries across New York City get the supportthey need.”

New York City’s Executive Budget calls for acut to Queens Library of $25.3 million in FY’12. It would mean reducing library service tothe lowest levels ever; lower than the fiscalcrises of the 1970s and 1990s or even theGreat Depression.

Joe Conley, CB2 Chairmanreported that “we live in a trulysafe precinct”(echoing the reportof P.O. Sorrentino). Between po-lice, elected officials and informedand involved citizens, real changeshave been made, such as DOTchanging the time frame on theQueens Blvd parking meters andthe new “NO TRUCK” traffic signs

that will be seen in June (48th Stbetween Laurel Hill and 51st Ave).

Bruno Iciano (DSNY Comm.Affairs Liaison) spoke about posi-tive implementations by the Sani-tation Dept to enhance the overallquality of life in NYC and theboroughs. United Forties will bewriting to Mr. Bruno under sepa-rate cover and via CB2 regarding

refurbishing dog poo signs in thearea and instituting sweeper streetservice on Hunterspoint Ave.

Gus Amato reported thatwork on the Kosciusko Bridgemay be starting in 2010. Thenew, cabled bridge will hope-fully have 2 parks and a marinabelow it for public use. Thebridge will also greatly improveBQE lanes in both directionsbetween Queens and Brooklyn.

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June 11th KiwanisFlag Day Parade

June 11th Parish Festivalat St. Teresa’s @ 6p

June 12th

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1-5p (Call Don for more info)FLAG DAY

Last year’s Flag Day Paradewas more successful than the yearbefore as anyone who was thereknows. Hopefully there will be a

repeat this year. U.F.C.A. willagain have flags available at ourJune 8th meeting for marchersand viewers use.A letter written last year isstill poignant for the 2011Flag Day celebration…

“Thousands of women andmen are fighting and some dy-ing, to keep terrorism off ourmainland and to protect the free-doms enjoyed in the United Statesof America available not only toall citizens, but to immigrantsand visitors. The proud and glo-rious Red, White and Blue starsand stripes must be honored justas our forefathers did when ourcountry was founded. June 11th isa Special Day to continue thispatriotic practice.

And yet, when it comes tomarching 8 blocks, or riding be-cause those legs aren’t what theyused to be, or being a spectator onGreenpoint Ave to cheer “OldGlory,” the marchers and specta-tors along the way get a littlesmaller each year. This, despitethe valiant efforts of the KiwanisClub of Sunnyside to keep thisonly “Salute to the Flag” paradein the borough and probably theentire city going strong for ourVets, our people of all nationali-ties and last but not least, ourcountry of freedom for all.”

U.F.C.A. has made a firmcommitment to join in the finework of the Kiwanians to makethis year’s parade great and weshould start now—More at ourJune 8th meeting.



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On Monday, May 31st Council MemberJimmy Van Bramer joined veterans, activeservice members and members of the com-munity for the Woodside Memorial DayParade sponsored by the Saint SebastianCatholic War Veterans of Woodside. Thecommencement of the parade began at theVietnam Veterans Memorial and concludedin Doughboy Park where the Council Mem-ber addressed the crowd.

“Today, we remember those whohave bravely fought in defense of ournation,” said Van Bramer. “All Ameri-cans owe a debt of gratitude that cannever be repaid to the men and womanthat defend our freedoms.”

Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer andUS Army Specialist Kenneth Keegan.

Rep. Maloney Salutes Armed Forces at Memorial Day CeremonyAboard USS Intrepid



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QUEENS LIBRARY TO KICK OFFSUMMER READING

Thursday, June 9th 10a – 1p with a five-star extravaganza at the PS 111 schoolyardadjacent to Queens Library at Long Island City, 37-44 21st Street, LIC.

Gianaris Plays Soccer

Carmen Minsal (Class of ’11)of Sunnyside, NY was presentedwith THE HAROLD HAYESPRIZE, at this year’s St. Mark’sSchool Prize Day/Graduationceremony in Southborough, MA.The award recognizes Carmen asthe member of the graduatingclass who has been of greatestservice to the school. Named fora member of the class of 1907,THE HAYES PRIZE is awardedby vote of the faculty.

Ecuador-Greece soccergame will take place atCiti Field on June 7th

Senator Gianaris spoke at thepress conference and was given aspecial Greece soccer team jerseyto wear while scoring a goal againstMr. Met.

The inaugural soccer match atCiti Field between the national

teams of Ecuador and Greece fea-tures two national teams with alarge presence in New York, asboth nationalities each have over100,000 residents in the area.Queens County has the largest popu-lation of Ecuadorians of any countyin the United States, while Astoria,Queens has the largest populationof Greeks outside of Greece.

Senator Gianaris kicks the ball to Mr. Met (scores a goal)

Everyone in Queens is invited. Admission is free. In caseof rain, activities will be held inside the library.

Author Adam Gidwitz (“A Tale Dark,” “Grimm”) willbe on hand. Live performances will include magician SethDale; storyteller Christine Campbell; circus tricks by VanessaVortex and company. There will be crafts, refreshments, andan opportunity to register for everyone’s favorite summeractivity: summer reading at Queens Library .

Summer Reading is for everyone, all ages welcome, fromnewborns to great-great grandfolk. Count on fun, interestingprograms at the library, or, you may want to be an onlineparticipant. The important part is to enjoy reading and sharing.There are prizes, parties, fun and friends. Plus, everything isfree! This year’s theme is “One World, Many Stories!” Signup at any Queens Library or at www.summerreading.org.Call718-990-0700 for more information.

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Three students enrolled in theLaGuardia Community College’sconstruction program were re-cently awarded scholarships fromthe New York State Builders As-sociation-Research and Educa-tion Foundation (NYSBA-REF)and the Queens and Bronx Build-ers Association (QBBA).

Joshua Hart and Jamal Joneswho are enrolled in the carpentryclass, and Johnnie Gonzalez whois taking plumbing, each receiveda $1,000 award through the Wil-liam Morehouse Scholarship Pro-gram. NYSBA-REF sponsors thescholarship with matching fundsprovided by the QBBA, a localaffiliate. Each organizationawarded the students a $500

Lourdes Nasongkla, LaGuardia’s Construction Program Coordinator; scholars Johnnie Gonzalez, JamalJones and Joshua Hart; June Petrone, Exec Director of Queens/Bronx Builders Association (QBBA); andIra Brown, President, QBBA Board of Directors.

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June Petrone of QBBA addedthat the scholarship programawards gifts to qualified studentswho are pursuing a one-, two- orfour-year college program in con-struction or related fields in NewYork State. “The scholarship en-ables the recipients to meet theircollege expenses,” said Ms.Petrone, who added that since itsinception in 2000, over 130 schol-arships totaling $132,000 havebeen awarded.

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“June in Jackson Heights”Month-long Event Showcases Multicultural Artist Colony,

International Cuisine and Business Empowerment Initiative

New York City Council Member Daniel Dromm announced the 2ndAnnual “June in Jackson Heights”, an initiative designed to highlight thewealth of unique artistic talent, businesses and restaurants in the mostdiverse community in the world. The month-long event will include artexhibits and installations, theatrical readings, family friendly activities,dance & musical performances and the 2nd Annual Jackson HeightsRestaurant Week from June 20th through June 25th.

“After last year’s wildly successful debut I am pleased to once againsponsor an initiative that showcases the broad range of arts and culturethat make Jackson Heights such a unique neighborhood in which to live,work, eat, and shop,” said New York City Council Member DanielDromm (D-Queens). “June in Jackson Heights is also a wonderfulexample of how arts and culture can be a driving force for economicdevelopment.”

Dromm added, “We are inviting everyone to visit the area in June topartake in the numerous events that are happening all around ourneighborhood. You can take a guided tour highlighting the historiclandmarked gardens, enjoy piano playing in front of our post office, orvisit our library, one of the most used branches in all of New York, forfree educational and cultural programs.”

Last year, Espresso 77 owner Afzal Hossein held a Kid’s Day muralextravaganza and this year he will partner with El Museo del Barrio onJune 25th for another fun filled family art event.

“I thank Council Member Dromm for sponsoring this event,” saidHossein. “June is just the beginning, as we continue to exhibit localartists year-round.”

Also taking place in June is the 19th Annual Queens, Lesbian, Gay,Bisexual and Transgender Pride Parade and Multicultural Festival onSunday, June 5th. With “Pride Around the World” as this year’s interna-tional theme, the parade kicks off at noon and starts at 85th Street and 37thAvenue, ending at 75th Street where it disperses into a day long festival.

Of course it would not be “June in Jackson Heights” without anotherpalatable Restaurant Week. Food from just about every corner of theworld will be featured with menus from Italy, Greece, Nepal, China, India,Japan, Mexico and South America offering fantastic deals. The event willkick off Monday, June 20th and run through Saturday, June 25, 2011.

Hector Canonge, a new-media artist who curated the Babel exhibitfor June in Jackson Heights in 2010, is bringing his art to the street onJune 4th at 83rd St and Roosevelt Avenue. The performance pieceentitled, Trace-Able: Homogenius, will celebrate the accomplishmentsand contributions to society of gay, lesbian and transgender people.

Also on board, “Play Me, I’m Yours” will feature “88 Pianos”,placed in public areas in every borough. This endeavor, started by artistLuke Jerram and Sing for Hope, will be back in Jackson Heights and willmake a piano available for any member of the community to play andengage with from June 2nd through June 21st. A concert in conjunctionwith Make Music NY will be held on June 21st in front of the Post Officeat 78th Street and 37th Avenue.

Photo from left to right: Natives Restaurant owner Consuelo Quintero,Delhi Heights Chef Sonam Sherpa, Delhi Heights Chef Deepak Ballaneyand NYC Council Member Daniel Dromm.

Congressman Crowley to unveil theQueens Blvd. Merchants Initiative

Tuesday, June 7th at 9AMat Molly Blooms Garden (43 13 Queens Blvd, Sunnyside)

for the launch of Queens Blvd. Merchants Initiative. Tea, Coffee and freshhomemade scones will be served FREE (Plus, enjoy coffee, tea and scones,

freshly made by a Sunnyside mom) Call (718) 433-1916 for more information.



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STRAWBERRY FAIRSaturday, June 11th,11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Vendors wanted. Please call718 784-8031"

All Saints’ Church, 43-12 46 St. Sunnyside(right off Queens Boulevard @ 46 Street).

Betty’s Bus toYONKERS CASINO

NEW DATE** July 12th, $21, $15 back-Ladies Day $7 extra for gamblingMeet at 57th St. & Woodside Ave. by 9am Sharp! 718-786-6885

St Raphael’s OutdoorFlea Market

June 12th 9am-4pm (Rain date June 19)35-20 Greenpoint Ave., LIC,

Ten-foot spots cost $30.00. For info call:718-729-8957

17th Annual Free Outdoor FestivalPresented by Thalia Spanish Theatre

Sunday June 5th Mestizo Dance Company (Columbian Music & Dance) 1-2pmADMISSION IS FREE!

Thomson Hill Park/Noonan Playground-Greenpoint Avenue between 42nd and43rd Streets, two blocks South of Queens Boulevard, one block East of Thalia

Spanish Theatre. For more information call: (718) 729-3880

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HELP WANTEDSUPERINTENDENT COUPLE for 14 Fam in Woodside.

Must be fluent Spanish/English, have own tools, someone home all times.

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MOUNT SINAI QUEENSUNITED COMMUNITY CIVICASSOCIATION HEALTH FAIR

Saturday, June 4th 10 AM - 3 PMMost Precious Blood Church, 32-23 36th Street, Astoria

Face Painting, Live Entertainment, Give-aways,

Balloons, Music and Refreshments, as well aslife-saving health screenings. Complimentaryweight, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screen-ings ; bone density tests, massage therapy and nutritioncounseling will be provided. Mount Sinai Queens health professionals will be on siteto give out advice, screenings and tests. Health screenings and education help prevent illness and injury.Mount Sinai Queens and the United Community Civic Association are proud to partner, once again, topromote good health and healthy lifestyles in the community.

Top 5 Requested Books at The Queens Libraryat Sunnyside, May 2011

B Dodd In the Garden of Beasts by Erik LarsonFIC Water for Elephants by Sara GruenFIC Something Borrowed by Emily Giffin305.513 B The Social Animal by David Brooks817 Handler Lies That Chelsea Handler Told Me by Chelsea Handler

Submitted by Abigail Goldberg, Senior Librarian, The Queens Library at Sunnyside

Saturday, June 11th 9a-4pVarious Items Including Antiques, Comics,

Baseball Cards, Records and more…BERKELEY TOWERS

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