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Friday, August 1, 2025
Vol. 2, No. 31
THE GATEWAY TO NASSAU COUNTY SERVING FLORAL PARK, BELLEROSE AND STEWART MANOR
Christmas in July at Malibu Beach
Village Board mulls Tyson Avenue café plan BY RIKKI MASSAND
It's Christmas in July! Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin (center) partnered with the USMC Toys for Tots and Nassau County Legislator John Ferretti (center right) to host a massive water gun fight at Malibu Beach Camp. Celebrating Christmas in July, Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Legislator John Ferretti, and United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots today delivered early Christmas presents to the young campers of Malibu Beach Camp by hosting a massive fun-filled water gun fight and giveaway. As National Water Gun Fight Day recently
passed, Clavin and the Hempstead Town Board added a splash of excitement to the dog days of summer, helping the youngsters beat the heat. The event featured a playful water gun competition between the youngsters, with Team Town of Hempstead taking on Team Nassau County. “Events like these are a great way to have some fun, beat the
heat, and create life-long memories for our young residents,” said Supervisor Clavin. “Celebrating Christmas in July by having a giant water gun fight is a fun way to celebrate the season, it’s like a summer twist on a snowball fight.” “I’m proud to have partnered with the United States Marine See page 11
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The Village of Floral Park Board of Trustees held a public hearing on Tuesday, July 15, to review an application for a new café proposed at 22 South Tyson Avenue. The café would operate daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., offering beverages, premade food, and baked goods, and would require a special use permit for its location in the B-2 zone. Property owner Parminder Kataria of Kataria Builders— who also owns the adjacent property at 24 South Tyson Avenue—submitted the application through his business, JSK22 Management LLC. Kataria outlined plans for an open-service curbside window and noted he has applied for a liquor license through the New York State Liquor Authority. “This was an existing dentist office for about 10 years, and we want to pursue the change in use to create a cafe offering takeout plus a seating area. Since I own the nextdoor property, I see foot traffic there all the time, so I’d like to be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The road (S. Tyson Avenue) services people going to
and from the LIRR and those coming down from Jericho Turnpike – people are going to work in the mornings and then coming back home, so it’s always packed. People would be able to come to the takeout window, pick up their order and go,” Kataria told the village trustees. The plans submitted include seating for up to 20 patrons, but current zoning only permits three seats. Mayor Kevin Fitzgerald clarified that additional seating would require a variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals. Kataria acknowledged the regulation and said he is prepared to follow proper procedures. Menu offerings would include tea, coffee, juices, snacks, ice cream, and possibly alcoholic beverages, pending approvals. The café would not include a kitchen or live cooking—only toasting and reheating items such as sandwiches and pastries. Kataria’s architect, Edward C. Hicks, said, “Inside will have seating and chairs to bring a more residential feel and fit the character. We’re to blend into the community and not be an eyesore, and we See page 6
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