2012 PATRIOTS` WEEKEND Lynbrook USA

Fall 2012
2012 PATRIOTS’ WEEKEND
The Village of Lynbrook enjoyed their 2012 Patriots’ Weekend
Celebration at Greis Park on May 27th and May 28th. The two day event
included the opening ceremony , the Mayor's picnic, live entertainment
and the USO girls at the Plaza, a magic show and mad science for
children at the Gazebo and a softball game. The day concluded with "A
Salute to our Veterans" and fireworks display for all to enjoy. Trustee
Michael Hawxhurst said, "What a perfect day this is to honor our
Veteran's and celebrate all that Lynbrook USA has to offer." Mayor
Hendrick went on to thank the Atria Tanglewood for sponsoring the
VIP tent for all attending Veteran's as well as the Veteran's dinner.
PATRIOTS' DAY SPONSORS 2012
• Atria Tanglewood • Astoria Federal Savings
• St. Mary’s/Maris Stella #2228 – Knights of Columbus
• Crown Ford
• Bee Ready Fishbein Hatter & Donovan, LLP
• Castle Industries, Inc. • Long Island Banana Corp.
• Fundamental Business Service, Inc.
• Lynbrook/East Rockaway Rotary Club
• Zelman Realty & Construction Corp.
• Frederick A. Amorini, Esq. • Mako Plumbing and Heating, Inc.
• Vincent's Pizzeria & Restaurant
• Pearsall's Station • NGL Group, LLC
• Michaels Electrical Supply Corp.
• Frank Robustello & Son, Inc.
• Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce • HSBC
• C&L Plumbling Supply, Inc. • Ideal Tile Gallery
• Mayor's Golf Outing Committee
• Lynbrook Fire Department
Inside This Issue
Mayor’s Message
Memorial Day Parade
Lynbrook Town Hall Meeting
Margaret Riva 100 years old
Lynbrook Night at Citifield
Lynbrook Pool Opening
Girl Scout Park Dedication
Mayor’s Golf Outing
Lynbrook’s Time Capsule
Stitches from the Heart
Summer Safety Day
Fire Dept Installation Dinner
Street Dedication
Lynbrook 2012 Future Leader
9/11 Memorial funds
Flag Day
Tally-Ho 100th Anniversary
Proclamation for Police Week
Operation Initiative Film
Proclamation for DPW week
June 18th Board Meeting
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Lynbrook USA
William J. Hendrick
Mayor
Alan C. Beach
Deputy Mayor
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A Message from the Mayor
Dear Lynbrook Neighbor,
First I hope you all had a very happy, healthy, and safe summer. I want to thank and compliment Patrick McDermott for
another wonderful and exciting season at our Lynbrook Pool.
Our Recreation center is second to none, and our pool is the
very best! Many new and exciting things are happening in our
great Village and I am thrilled to be sharing the news with
you.
The lease signing is imminent for the MTA properties on
Atlantic Avenue and we look forward to new store owners
bringing in a new, vibrant dimension to our Atlantic Avenue.
This is another step forward to continue revitalization and
enhancement of our flourishing downtown. Our Building
Superintendent Brian Stanton will be expediting all approvals
necessary in order to assure storefront renovations are
propelled forward in a timely fashion. I want to personally
thank State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos, New York
State Assemblyman Brian Curran, and especially Helena
Williams, President of the MTA/ Long Island Railroad for their
tireless efforts in finally making this dream a reality!
Lynbrook USA is truly Open For Business!
I want to thank and applaud my Board. Working together, we
have once again achieved the best Bond Rating, AA, in
Lynbrook's History! Working with
Deputy Mayor Alan Beach, Trustee
Hilary Becker, Trustee Michael
Hawxhurst, and Trustee Thomas
Atkinson, we were awarded the
prestigious AA Bond Rating from
Moody's. It is more significant for
us this year as the slow economic
recovery contributed to Moody's
having to downgrade other
municipalities. Our stellar money
management, sound fiscally balanced blend of adequate
reserves, expense control, and reserve growth were all
favorable factors that impressed Moody's. I also would like to
thank our Village Administrator John Giordano for his hard
work, dedication and contributions towards our celebrated
AA bond rating.
There is more to do, and much more to come, so stay tuned.
Our Village is thriving, and together, we will continue to be
one of the best South Shore Villages on Long Island!
All the Best,
Bill Hendrick
Mayor William J. Hendrick
Memorial Day Parade
On Monday, May 28th, the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook had their
Memorial Day parade and ceremony to honor all of the heroes who paid
the ultimate sacrifice. Hundreds were in attendance to march in the
parade or just celebrate. A service was held afterwards at Lynbrook's
Doughboy Monument. Deputy Mayor Alan Beach was humbled by the
outpouring of support from the community to honor our military heroes,
as his father is a disabled Veteran. Trustee Hilary Becker said, "On this
sacred day, God Bless our Veteran's who fought for our Freedom, and
God Bless America! Joining the Mayor and Board of Trustees at the
Memorial Day Service were Patrick Cardone, Commander of VFW Post
#2307; Henry Speicher, Commander of American Legion Post #335;
members of: VFW Post #2307, American Legion Post #335, Western Long
Island Detachment Marine Corps League; First Sgt. William Bodette,
USMC, Ret.; Senator Dean Skelos; NY State Assemblyman Brian Curran;
Nassau County Legislature Fran Becker; Senior Councilman Anthony
Santino; Lynbrook Fire Department; Lynbrook Police Department;
members of the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce; Monsignor William
Breslawski; Dr. Santo Barbarino, Superintendent of Lynbrook Schools;
members of the Boy Scouts of America; Natasha Lubczenko, John
DiCaro and leading the Pledge of Allegiance, Julianne Maselli.
Lynbrook Town Hall Meeting held on June 14, 2012
Pictured Left- Mayor William J. Hendrick, Town of Hempstead
Senior Councilman Anthony J. Santino, and New York State
Assemblyman Brian Curran gathered at Lynbrook Village
Hall, for an "Old Fashioned” Town Hall Meeting, to listen to
the needs of the residents and share ideas.
Pictured Right- Senior Councilman Anthony Santino attends
the Town of Hempstead Town Meeting held at Lynbrook Village
Hall. Photo shows the Councilman speaking at this event with
William Hendrick, Lynbrook Mayor
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Lynbrook Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday
Pictured: Left - Mayor Hendrick and Margaret Riva. Left Center - Deputy Mayor Alan Beach, Mayor Hendrick, Margaret Riva and Virginia
McKenna – Executive Director of Sunrise Assisted Living Center. Right Center - Maria Gartner – Director of Communictions of Sunrise Assisted
Living Center, Mayor, Margaret Riva, Tom & Ellen Moore, Virginia McKenna – Executive Director. Right - Mayor and Margaret Riva.
Lynbrook Night Citi Field Spirit Award Night May 29, 2012
1- Mayor William J. Hendrick honored by Lynbrook Recreation and Little
League for all the Mayor’s excellent work throughout the Village
2- Lou Miccio honored by Lynbrook Little League for his work on the
Recreation Committee and his work with Little League
3- Police Officer Kevin Hughes honored by Lynbrook Police and Lynbrook
Little League for his excellence in police work
4- Police Officer Daniel DiPiazza honored by Lynbrook Police and Lynbrook
Lynbrook Little League for his excellence in police work
5- Fire Chief Michael Hynes honored by Lynbrook Fire Department and
Lynbrook Little League for his dedication and hard work as fire chief for
the Village
6- Park Supervisor Patrick McDermott honored by Lynbrook Little League
for working together with Little League
7- Suffolk County Legislature Ricardo Montano honored by Central Islip
Little League
8- Jim Hunter honored by Lynbrook Little League for his support of
Little League
9- Dominick Sinopoli honored by Lynbrook Little League for his support
of Little League
10- Dave Smollett honored by Lynbrook Little League for his work with
Little League
11- Glenn Graepel honored by Lynbrook Little League for his work with
Little League
12- Tom Burke honored by Lynbrook Little League for his work with
Little League
13- Billy Knipe honored by Lynbrook Little League for his work with
Little League
From Left To Right: Dave Smollett - Lynbrook Little League,
Tom Burke - Lynbrook Little League, Billy Knipe - Lynbrook
Little League, Glenn Graepel - Lynbrook Little League,
Dominick Sinopoli - Lynbrook Little League, Jim Hunter Lynbrook Little League, Lynbrook Police Officer Kevin
Hughes, Lynbrook Police Officer Daniel DiPiazza, Lynbrook
Fire Chief Michael Hynes, Park Supervisor Patrick McDermott,
Recreation Commission Lou Miccio, Suffolk County
Legislature Ricardo Montano, Mayor William J. Hendrick and
Fire Chief Anthony DeCarlo
Tickets were sold by Lynbrook Little League and Lynbrook Recreation to help support future Little League and Recreation Programs. A special
thanks went out to Frank Umowski for his efforts with this event.
2012 Season Opening of Lynbrook Pool
2012 Season opening of Lynbrook Pool at Lynbrook's Beautiful
Recreation Center at Greis Park.
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Lynbrook USA First Park in NYS to be named after
Girl Scout Founder, Juliette Gordon Low
On Sunday, March 11th, the Village of Lynbrook was proud to be the home
of the first park in the State of New York that was named after Juliette
Gordon Low (founder of the Girl Scouts).
Girl Scout Troop #2237, under the leadership of Carol Hansen, planted trees
at the park between Huntington Avenue and Windsor Place. This helped the
Troop complete their “Breathe Journey”. It is a small corner park located in
the Incorporated Village of Lynbrook. At the time, the park was unnamed
and the Troop suggested the idea of having the park named after Juliette
Gordon Low, the founder of Girl Scouts USA. On March 12th, Girl Scouts
USA celebrated their 100th anniversary.
Lynbrook Mayor William J. Hendrick said, “I am honored to be the first
elected official in New York State to name a park after Juliette Gordon Low.
Her foresight was an excellent example to girls everywhere.” Hendrick went
on to say Sunday, March 11th was a tremendous day for everyone.
Lynbrook Community Chest/ Mayor's Golf Outing
The Mayors Golf Outing was held on Monday May 14th at the
Seawane Club in Hewlett Harbor. This years annual event was
co-sponsored by the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce and
proceeds are to benefit the Lynbrook Community Chest. This
charitable organization’s entire purpose is to provide assistance
to residents of the Lynbrook community who are in need of help
due to financial or economic hardships. Mayor Hendrick
thanked everyone for the outpouring of support on behalf of
Lynbrook's Community Chest. Trustee Michael Hawxhurst
added, "This event personifies community spirit and a Village
coming together on behalf of one another, I am proud to be part
of our Lynbrook USA Family!"
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Lynbrook’s 2012 Time Capsule Presentation
As part of the Lynbrook Centennial celebration, the three elementary
schools in the Lynbrook School District participated in a time
capsule project.
Rhonda Glickman, an editor from the Herald, extended the invitation
to join in the centennial celebration.
Staff members in each of the elementary schools agreed that a time
capsule would be a meaningful way to involve their students in the
Centennial celebration. Each school took a different path. Waverly
Park School created a timeline, covering events and subject material
of interest to students in current times. West End School students
performed and recorded a song about Lynbrook written by their
chorus teacher. The song was recorded on a CD and was placed in
the capsule. Students in the Marion Street School developed a list of
“One Hundred Reasons They Love Lynbrook”. The time capsule was
buried at Village Hall and will be unearthed fifty years from now.
PRESENTING THE TIME CAPSULE AT THE
BOARD MEETING WERE REPRESENTATIVES FROM
EACH OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS:
Waverly Park - · Lucille McAssey, Principal · Shari Bowes, teacher
· Susan Lindner, teacher · Griffin Kirby · Allison Siegel
West End -
· Alison Puliatte, Principal · Brandon Maroney · Jake D’Agostino
Marion Street - · Barbara Moore, Principal · Jill Ra, teacher
· Angelina Chirichella · Katie Bamman · James Montgomery
Stitches from the Heart
Lynbrook’s Summer Safety Day
Barbara Barnhart is the Senior Representative of the Organization (photo center)
These outstanding Yarn and Fabric Crafters knit, crochet and
quilt hats, robes, blankets, and other items for newborns, children
in need, and Veterans in our VA hospitals. Mayor Hendrick said,
"The Board and I salute their dedication to family, home and
community. We are proud of them and we honor them".
New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran sponsored a
Summer Safety Day at the Lynbrook Kindergarten Center.
Pictured are Alyssa Holler (lifeguard supervisor), Mrs. Postman
(Principal), Sergeant Joseph Cipolla (Lynbrook P.D.), Dr. Gurr
(Psychologist) and with Lynbrook Mayor William J. Hendrick.
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Lynbrook Fire Dept. Installation Dinner
On Friday, May 11th, the Lynbrook Fire Department
honored outgoing Chief Michael Hynes at their Annual
Installation Dinner at the Chateau Briand in Westbury.
The new chiefs, led by Chief Anthony “Zemo” DeCarlo,
were ceremonially sworn into office, as were the company
officers, by Mayor Hendrick.
Also receiving honors from the department and the Village
were Ex-Chief Kevin Michaud and Ex-Chief and Nassau
County Commissioner Robert Cribbin. Kevin was honored
for his 50 years of service and made Honorary Fire
Commissioner by Mayor Hendrick and Robert was named
Firefighter of the Year.
Pictured above Left to Right: 2nd Assistant Chief Michael Anderson,
Assemblyman Brian Curran, 1st Assistant Chief Edward Hynes,
Chief Anthony “Zemo” DeCarlo, Senior Councilman Anthony Santino,
Outgoing Chief Michael Hynes, Mayor William J. Hendrick,
Deputy Mayor Alan Beach and Ex-Chief Kevin Michaud
Dedication Dominick J. DeCarlo Jr
On Sunday, March 25th, the Village of Lynbrook officially named Horton Avenue in honor of Ex Chief and
Honorary Commissioner Dominick J. DeCarlo Jr. The
DeCarlo family along with members of the Tally Ho
Fire Department and friends were all present for the
unveiling.
Ex-Chief and Honorary Commissioner Dominick J.
DeCarlo Jr. was a 65 year member of Tally Ho Engine
Company 3, and was a former Lynbrook Village
Trustee. "Uncle Dom" as he was lovingly called by
members of the Fire Department was 86 years old
when he passed away on Monday, January 23, 2012.
15 years ago Dominick was honored for 50 years of
volunteer service and was then made an Honorary
Fire Commissioner. Lynbrook Mayor William
Hendrick said, "Dom was an outstanding man who
loved his family, his Village, his community,
and his Church. His loss will be felt throughout
this village".
Pictured Right: Chief Anthony DeCarlo (nephew) PROUDLY looks up at the
street sign.
2012 Future Leader of NYS
Assemblyman Brian Curran
presented his “Future Leader of
New York State” award to
Lynbrook residents, Maggie
Moran of Lynbrook High
School and Alexa Ford of
Our Lady of Peace School, at
their schools’ recent awards
ceremonies. These students
were selected for their demonstrated commitment to their
communities and their leadership abilities. “Young people like
these recipients are what our state needs,” explained Assemblyman
Curran. “With this award, I want to encourage a higher level of
thinking that wakes up the imagination of our young adults, so
that when they continue their education and eventually get out
into the world, they will hold a special regard for public service,
and consider how they can contribute their own unique talents
and energies toward making the world a better place. Maggie
and Alexa hold that promise for their own futures.”
9/11 Memorial Funds
Mayor William J. Hendrick
and the Board present
citations to the Healy family
and the Sandorfi family.
The children ran a lemonade
stand in Lynbrook and
raised $492.00 for the 9/11
Memorial. Mayor William J.
Hendrick applauded the
children's kindness, character,
and dedication to honor the
victims of the 9/11 tragedy.
The mayor went on to say,
"These children are our next
generation of leaders, and we
are here to honor them this
evening!"
Pictured above are: George Healy
(father), and his three children Kathleen, age 8, Elizabeth, age 5 and
Christine, age 3. Christine Healy
(mother) not featured in picture. Roger
and Cheryl Sandorfi (father and
mother) and their three children - Kylie,
age 8, Derek, age 5 and Lukas, age 3
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Flag Day
On Sunday, June 10th, New York State Assemblyman Brian Curran held a Flag Day Ceremony to honor the Art/Essay winners of
Lynbrook, Malverne and East Rockaway elementary schools. Honored were the winners of Assemblyman Curran's contest to
commemorate Flag Day and the students in grades K - 5 took on the task of saying what the American Flag means to them. The
event was held at Lynbrook's Greis Park and over 100 people were in attendance.
Assemblyman Curran congratulated Lynbrook's winners Aidan Blank from Waverly Park Elementary School, Ashely Katherine Roth
from Marion Street Elementary School, Mitchell Klee from Waverly Park Elementary School and Zane Daniels from Waverly Park
Elementary School. Lynbrook Mayor William J. Hendrick added, “You have all made Lynbrook proud, today we honor you."
Tally-Ho Celebrates 100th Anniversary
On the weekend of March 25th and
26th, the members of Tally-Ho
Chemical Fire Engine Company No.
3 of the Lynbrook Fire Department
celebrated its 100th Anniversary
with a centennial meeting and
open house.
Featured in the photo from Left to Right:
F.F. Dominick Gerardi, Sr., Capt. Kyle Overs,
Legislator Fran Becker, Supervisor Kate Murray,
Deputy Mayor Alan Beach, F.F. Dominick DeCarlo,
Jr., Mayor William J. Hendrick, Lisa (DeCarlo)
Lastorino, Sophia Lastorino, Chief Anthony “Zemo”
DeCarlo, Trustee Hilary Becker, Trustee Thomas
Atkinon & son, Sean, Assemblyman Brian Curran
and Hempstead Town Clerk Mark Bonilla.
Lynbrook
Police Chief
Joseph Neve
Mayor and Board with Lynbrook
Police Chief Joseph Neve, receiving
a proclamation for Police Week.
Operation Initiative Film
This outstanding project was
sponsored by the Lynbrook/
East Rockaway Rotary Club
and Rotary district 7250. The
Film, “Flag of my Father”,
was screened at Lynbrook
High School on June 4th
and shown at the Lynbrook
Movie theatre on June 7th.
The film was a labor of love
and teaches the public about
the reality of Post Traumatic
Stress Syndrome. All of
the proceeds from the
films screening benefit our returning veterans from Iraq
and Afghanistan. Deputy Mayor Alan Beach praised the
Rotary club for their dedication to our returning heroes.
Mayor William J. Hendrick added how proud he was to
showcase the uncommon valor of our Veterans and all they
sacrifice for our Freedom.
Lynbrook DPW
Superintendent
Phil Healey
Mayor and Board with Lynbrook
DPW Superintendent Phil Healey
receiving a proclamation for DPW
Week.
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Lynbrook Board Meeting held on June 18th, 2012
Photo 1: Lynbrook Titans Receives Award Certificates- Titan’s Girls Self Defense were
honored for the completion of the self-defense class and knowing how to defend themselves.
Photo 2: Julie Bergin, NY State Representative at Mom Congress - Congratulations
to Lynbrook mom, Julie Bergin, who was selected to represent New York at the Parenting
Magazine’s Mom Congress® on Education and Learning Conference, April 29th – May 1st
in Washington, D.C.
Julie Bergin was chosen for her outstanding contributions and dedication to improving
local schools. Mom Congress delegates met to exchange ideas on how to improve our
nation’s schools and foster the crucially important relationship between parents and their
children’s teachers. In her work as an education advocate, Julie's primary focus has been
on enhancing communications between home and school with the use of technology. In
addition to her many volunteer activities, Julie is also a Girl Scout Troop leader for
Lynbrook Brownie Troop 2182. The Mayor and Board congratulate Julie on her outstanding
service to all!
Photo 3: Honoring Police Officer Frank Menna and Police Officer Tony Zee for
their quick and skillful response to a call at Pearsall’s Restaurant which prevented loss of
life by administering life saving breaths and chest compressions.
Photo 4: Mayor and Board of Trustees Honor: Chief Anthony Decarlo and AMT
Josh Parsons for their skillful and quick response on April 11, 2012 assisting Michael
Vivalo (age 1 ½). While visiting his grandmother’s home, Michael was experiencing
breathing problems. First at the scene, Chief DeCarlo and AMT Parsons who transported
toddler to South Nassau Communities Hospital in Chief DeCarlo’s Vehicle
Photo 5: Mayor, AMT Josh Parson, Chief Anthony DeCarlo, Mary Alice Rom
(Grandma), Kate Vivalo (mom), Steven Nasta (Grandpa)
Photo 6: Man of Year Paul Rauch- Paul Rauch was received the Man of the Year award
by Lynbrook's Mayor and Board at a June 18th Board Meeting. He was recognized for his
dedication to his country and to his community. Paul is a Lynbrook resident for 30 years,
and proudly served his country in Vietnam. He currently serves on the Our Lady of Peace
Parish Advisory and does extensive volunteer work through out the community. He collects
food from local businesses in order to keep the food pantry at Our Lady of Peace fully
stocked and ready for families in need. Paul even started a program that redeems plastic
bottles , with the proceeds to benefit OLP Mayor William Hendrick said, "Paul Rauch is an
outstanding member of our Lynbrook family and he is a great choice to be our Man of the
Year".
Photo 7: Woman of the Year Tricia Murphy- Tricia Murphy was recognized on June
18th by the Mayor and Board as Lynbrook's Woman of the Year. Patricia has been a
Lynbrook resident for 12 years and helps with numerous organizations through out the
Village. While raising a family and working three jobs, Tricia manages to dedicate herself
to being an officer for Lynbrook High School Mom's and Dad's club, coach and secretary
with the Lynbrook Titans Lacrosse Club, and coaches in the CYO basketball league. Tricia
also serves on the Our Lady of Peace CYO board. Lynbrook Trustee Hilary Becker said "Our
Village is humbled to give such a dedicated and celebrated individual this award , we are
all so proud of Tricia". Mayor Hendrick added, "I am honored have Tricia Murphy be
Lynbrook's Woman of the Year".
Photo 8: Sidewalk Astronomy in Lynbrook with Tom Lynch- Come on down and
enjoy a magical journey of our night time sky! “Sidewalk Astronomy in Lynbrook”
with Tom Lynch, on Atlantic Avenue at the Walk thru parking lot most Friday or
Saturday evenings from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Tom showed nearly 300 people the
Moon and various planets. His telescope is a 12 inch dobsonian reflector. It is 12
inches wide and about 5 feet long. Tom has created a Facebook page called Sidewalk
Astronomy in Lynbrook. The URL is: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/SidewalkAstronomy-in-Lynbrook/133963613371631. Please "Like" the page to learn more
about the project.