East Meadow Herald 01-29-2026

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Snow day fun around town

East Meadow and Salisbury were blanketed with snow this weekend, closing schools on Monday and making for a perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy the cold — while bundled up. From sleighing in local parts to building snowman in yards, there was no shortage of excitement around town. Above, Arthur and Josephine Vasquez enjoyed a blustery afternoon as the snow fell around them. Right, Sabrina and Sienna Byrne made snow angels in their yard. More snow photos, Page 3.

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Community forums before bond vote

By JoRDAN VAlloNE jvallone@liherald.com

The East Meadow Board of Education has adopted a resolution to proceed with a community vote on March 5, on a proposed $71.5 million bond referendum for capital improvements that would touch every school building in the district.

CPlanned improvements, which were detailed at the Jan. 7 board meeting where the resolution was adopted, will focus on security upgrades, athletics and arts. At its highest cost, the bond would cost homeowners in the East Meadow School District $31.86 annually.

About the Bond

ommunity feedback and understanding are essential

KEN RoSNER Superintendent, East Meadow School District

Superintendent of Schools Ken Rosner explained that every year, the district prepares its annual budget, presents it to the community and taxpayers vote on it in May. The budget covers operating costs, salaries, supplies, transportation and small-scale building projects. Funding for the budget comes from various sources, including state and local property taxes and federal grants. In recent years, approved budgets have allocated funds to a variety of projects around the district.

Discussions on the bond began at board meetings in November and were continued at community forums held through early-December in the district’s high schools and the Salisbury School, the district’s administrative headquarters in Westbury.

However, financing capital improvements with a bond means that the school district would borrow money, similar to a mortgage, and taxpayers would pay it back, with principal and interest, over 15 or 30 years. Bonds allow districts to finance “big-ticket items,” Rosner said in November.

The proposal was developed after a comprehensive building conditions’ survey at each district school. Rosner said his

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East Meadow was blanketed in snow this weekend, thanks to a storm that dumped up to a foot across Long Island.

‘Snow’

what fun: E.M. enjoys winter wonderland

After a weekend of steady snowfall and blustery winds, East Meadow awoke Monday to a snow-covered landscape that turned neighborhoods into winter playgrounds for many local families.

Children bundled up in colorful hats and boots filled backyards, parks and sidewalks throughout the community on Sunday and Monday, building snowmen, sledding down small hills and tossing snowballs as the storm dropped roughly 8 to 12 inches of snow across Long Island, according to the National Weather Service. For some, it was the first significant snowfall of the winter, and an excuse to head outside as soon as the flakes piled up.

The storm prompted the East Meadow School District to close schools on Jan. 26, giving students a break from the routine in the form of a traditional snow day . Town and county crews worked throughout the storm to clear major roadways, while residents dug out driveways and cars under frigid conditions.

–Jordan Vallone

Drug and weapon arrests in Westbury

Nassau County police report the arrest of two individuals on drug and weapons charges following an incident Friday, Jan. 16, at about 9:11 p.m. in Westbury.

According to detectives, Strategic Response Team officers on routine patrol observed a 2011 Kia Sorento traveling eastbound on Old Country Road with an inoperable taillight. Officers activated their emergency lights and conducted a Vehicle and Traffic Law stop. Following an investigation, police said the operator of the vehicle, Natasha Celestin, 43, of Brooklyn, was found in possession of a white powdery substance believed to be crack cocaine.

Police said the passenger, Saifuddin Abdus-Samad, 55, of Hempstead, was found in possession of a loaded .38-caliber revolver, along with a white pow -

dery substance believed to be crack cocaine. Both individuals were placed under arrest without incident.

Celestin is charged with fifthdegree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, and multiple Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. Abdus-Samad is charged with seconddegree criminal possession of a weapon, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a firearm, fifth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and seventhdegree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Both were arraigned on Saturday, Jan. 17, at the First District Court, 99 Main St., Hempstead.

–Jordan Vallone

Robbery at Walmart leads to one arrest

Nassau County police report the arrest of a Levittown man in connection with a robbery that occurred Saturday, Jan. 17, at about 3 p.m. in East Meadow.

According to detectives, Christopher Jennings, 53, entered the Walmart at 2465 Hempstead Turnpike, where he allegedly cut security tags and concealed assorted merchandise inside a reusable shopping bag. Police said Jennings passed all points of purchase and exited the store without paying. Loss prevention officers confronted him, and he allegedly shoved an employee before

fleeing the scene.

Following an investigation, responding officers later located Jennings. Police said when officers attempted to place him into custody, he became violent and combative while resisting arrest. No injuries were reported.

Jennings is charged with third-degree robbery, petit larceny, fourth-degree criminal mischief and resisting arrest. He was arraigned Sunday, Jan. 18, at the First District Court, 99 Main St., Hempstead.

–Jordan Vallone

MEAGHAN CAMPBELL

MacArthur Senior Basketball

WELL ON HER WAY to earning All-County honors for a third consecutive season, Campbell joined the 1,000-career rebound club Jan. 14 in the Generals’ victory over New Hyde Park. She’s the first player in program history to accomplish the feat and has a chance to reach 1,000 career points before season’s end. Bound for Vasser, she ranks among Nassau’s top 10 scorers this season at 16.2 points per game. Last season, she averaged 14.5 ppg.

games to watch

Thursday, Jan. 29

Boys Basketball: Port Wash at Oceanside 5 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Farmingdale at Uniondale 5 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Lawrence at North Shore 5 p.m.

Boys Basketball: E.Meadow at V.S. Central 6:45 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Massapequa at Baldwin 6:45 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Syosset at Freeport 6:45 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 30

Boys Basketball: Clarke at Carey 5 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Plainedge at V.S. North 5 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Glen Cove at Hewlett 6:45 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Carey at Clarke 6:45 p.m.

Girls Basketball: Division at South Side 7 p.m.

Boys Basketball: Kennedy at MacArthur 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 31

Girls Basketball: Westbury at Uniondale 10 a.m.

Boys Basketball: Lynbrook at Floral Park 11 a.m.

Girls Basketball: Syosset at Oceanside 11:45 a.m.

Girls Basketball: Seaford at Friends Aca. 11:45 a.m.

Girls Basketball: Floral Park at Lynbrook 11:45 a.m.

Girls Basketball: V.S. North at Plainedge 11:45 a.m.

Girls Basketball: No. Shore at Lawrence 11:45 a.m.

Girls Basketball: E. Meadow at Plainview 11:45 a.m.

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Sewanhaka re-rallies to top Clarke

By TONY BELLISSIMO

tbellissimo@liherald.com

Playing without its leading scorer for a second straight game, Sewanhaka used a dynamic start and a strong finish Saturday to defeat visiting Clarke, 31-25, in a Nassau Conference AA-III girls’ basketball matchup.

The Ravens scored the game’s first 10 points and didn’t allow any in the first quarter, but their lead was never safe as the gritty Rams rallied to lead by one in the third.

Senior Laila Lopez was the lone double-digit scorer on the day, registering 10 points to go with 9 steals as Sewanhaka established a new season low for points allowed as it improved to 4-4 in conference games and 6-8 overall. Senior Tamia Williams and sophomore Gabby Brown chipped in 7 points apiece.

“It was our first game in 10 days and the girls found a way to win amid adversity,” Sewanhaka head coach Alex Soupios said. “It’s a win we needed and now we have to weather the storm with a really difficult schedule ahead.”

Playing in her first varsity game, eighth-grader Aviella Lyvtyn led Clarke (1-7 in AA-III, 4-9 overall) with 9 points. Sophomore Ella Gorlesky added 6, and senior Althea Borleo and sophomore Amanda Kardiasmenos each had 4 for the Rams, who outscored the hosts 21-11 in the second and third quarters to overcome the early hole.

“Slow starts have been an issue, but we battled back pretty quick,” Clarke head coach Shaun Fean said. “It’s a disappointing loss for sure, but this team is never going to quit.”

Lyvtyn played just a couple of JV games before earning the call to varsity. She scored the Rams’ first points Saturday with a basket and free throw. “She lit it up in two JV games after coming back from injury and gives us scoring punch,” said Fean, who noted Kardiasmenos has been a pleasant surprise as the team’s most consistent scorer.

The 5-foot-2 Williams, Sewanhaka’s shutdown defender, not only held Kardiasmenos below her scoring average of

Sophomore Amanda Kardiasmenos has

season.

6.5 ppg but also pulled down 8 rebounds and was clutch from the foul line in the fourth quarter.

The Ravens managed enough offense and leaned heavily on defense without the services of junior Lexi Stewart, who exploded for 26 points and led a 46-31 victory the first time these teams met Dec. 13. She’s expected to return to action this week.

Soupios lauded the efforts of eighthgraders Lacey Lopez and Arielle Amadike, who both played the last three minutes and helped Sewanhaka protect the lead. Lacey Lopez had 5 points and Ama-

dike a basket and a pair of key rebounds late.

“Lacey’s only 13 years old but she’s a natural leader,” Soupios said.

Seven of Lilah Lopez’s steals came in the first quarter. “That’s was kept them off the scoreboard,” Soupios noted.

While Clarke looks to close strong and build for the future, Sewanhaka is very much alive in the playoff race. The Ravens need to finish among the top four teams in the conference or with a .500 record in AA-III to qualify for the Nassau Class AA playoffs.

$71.5 million in major capital improvements

team worked with principals and administrators, athletic directors at individual schools and department chairs. They also collaborated with tax consultants, a bond council and other experts, to help district administrators make informed decisions.

What’s Included?

According to the school district, security vestibules would be constructed at each building to strengthen controlled access and provide an added layer of protection for students and staff, and interior door locks would be changed. Additionally, the fire alarm systems in each building would be replaced and brought up to code.

The capital improvement plan also would include a series of athletic facility upgrades designed to improve safety, durability and year-round usability. At East Meadow High School, the project calls for the installation of new synthetic-turf fields on the existing baseball, softball and practice fields. The plan also would involve the construction of new bleachers, a press box and lighting at the football field as well as new concession stand, with restrooms. In addition, the project would see the renovation of some existing locker rooms that are used by students for physical education classes as well as visiting athletes.

At W.T. Clarke middle and high

schools, turf fields would be added onto the softball, practice and multi-purpose fields. New bleachers and lighting would be installed on the football field, to expand the district’s ability to host events and maximize facility usage.

Restrooms would be built in an existing structure at the Clarke High School athletic complex, and synthetic-turf baseball and multi-purpose fields would be installed at the Salisbury School.

Woodland Middle School would see the construction of new turf baseball, softball and football fields, and new bleachers would be installed at the football stadium.

The proposal includes HVAC and

audio-visual system upgrades to the performing arts centers at East Meadow High School, Clarke middle and high schools and Woodland. In addition, it calls for the complete renovation of select playgrounds and safety surfaces at each elementary school to improve safety, accessibility and play opportunities for younger students, as well as the installation of sensory playgrounds at Bowling Green and Meadowbrook elementary schools for use by students with special needs.

Board president Jessica Ricco-Simeone has acknowledged that while the proposed improvements focus mainly on security, athletics and arts, the dis-

trict remains committed to enhancing academics for all students.

“These will continue to be funded through the district’s regular operating budget and, where appropriate, the capital improvement fund,” she said, “ensuring that instructional programs and classroom needs remain a top priority for our community.”

Want to Learn More?

The district plans to host a series of community forums to share information about the proposed referendum and answer questions from residents. The first two forums took place on Jan. 20 and 23, with additional forums slated for Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. and Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury.

All meetings will be live-streamed on the district’s YouTube channel.

“I invite residents to participate in this process and learn about the proposal being presented to voters,” Rosner said. “Community feedback and understanding are essential as we consider investments that support our schools and students.”

Polls will be open on March 5, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., at all district elementary schools. Residents are asked to vote at their local elementary school.

Detailed information regarding the proposal and voting details can be found on the district’s website at EMUFSD.us.

Future doctors learn pain, addiction care

By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

Third-year medical students at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell gained skills that many physicians do not learn until well into their careers during Pain and Addiction Care Prevention Week Jan. 13-16.

In more than 25 hours of intensive instruction, students were trained to address pain, substance-use and alcohol-use disorders using harm-reduction strategies, non-opioid alternatives and patient-centered care.

Beyond clinical techniques, students were taught to listen more closely to patients’ experiences and approach treatment with empathy, a skill educators said is critical to addressing the ongoing substanceuse crisis.

“While opioids certainly have a place in medicine, historically doctors weren’t adequately trained in judicious prescribing practices,” said Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, assistant professor of medicine, emergency medicine, psychiatry and science education at the Zucker School.

Kapoor, who is also vice president of emergency medicine addiction services and director of screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment at Northwell Health, added, “Ensuring the next generation of physicians is equipped to approach complex conditions like pain and substance-use disorders will undoubtedly drive positive change in patient and community health,” he added.

PACE Week builds on instruction students receive during their first two years of medical school. In total, Zucker students complete more than 30 hours of patient-centered education focused on pain and substance use — more than at any other U.S. medical school — addressing a topic many clinicians find

uncomfortable or difficult to discuss.

The program also fulfills a federal requirement mandating that clinicians seeking or maintaining DEA registration complete at least eight hours of training in treating pain and opioid or other substance-use disorders.

Each day of PACE Week began with first-person accounts from people in recovery, family members affected by addiction, medical residents and Zucker alumni. Among them were two physicians in recovery, who shared the challenges of seeking help while navi-

gating professional expectations and fear of judgment. Family members described the emotional, financial and personal toll substance use disorders can have, emphasizing the need for compassion, strong support systems and recovery resources not only for patients, but also for those who care for them.

Students took part in workshops covering medications for opioid-use disorder, medicinal cannabis and multimodal pain care. One component focused on femoral nerve blocks, a non-opioid pain management technique that interrupts pain signals at their source using ultrasound-guided injections.

“Adding this level of training means our students are starting their careers with skills many clinicians only learn later,” said Dr. Simone Rudnin, a Northwell Health Emergency Department physician. “They’re prepared from day one to treat pain differently than we did even a decade ago.”

Kapoor said that such interventions could reduce reliance on opioid medications and lower the risk of future substance use disorder. “Students are learning practical interventions that can offer equal or better pain relief while reducing long-term risks of patients,” he said.

PACE Week concluded with student capstone presentations for Northwell executives and Hofstra leaders. Students made “elevator pitches,” debated ethical scenarios, shared public-service announcements and offered narrative reflections on addiction and care.

“Hearing physicians and family members speak openly about their lived experiences with addiction was profoundly impactful,” Alexandra Boubour, a third-year medical student, said. “Their vulnerability challenged stigma and reinforced the importance of empathy, transparency and community in both healing and medical culture.”

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Guitars, presidents and page-turners: February at the library

By JORDAN VALLONE

jvallone@liherald.com

Music, history and youth engagement take center stage this February at East Meadow Public Library, where patrons can enjoy a vibrant concert experience, learn about a larger-than-life president, or earn community service hours while sharing favorite books.

A musical journey across Latin America

The East Meadow Public Library will kick off February programming with “Mosaico Latino: Homage to the Music of Latin America,” an inperson Sunday concert celebrating the continent’s rich musical heritage. Guitarist Daniel Moreno will lead audiences through a vibrant program that blends traditional Latin American rhythms with contemporary influences. The repertoire features works by iconic composers including Argentina’s Jorge Morel, Paraguay’s Agustín Barrios Mangoré, and Brazil’s Paulo Bellinati. Highlights include Cardoso’s “Milonga,” the deeply emotional “La Catedral” by Mangoré, culminating in Antonio Carlos Jobim’s spirited “Felicidade.” The concert showcases the cultural mosaic and expressive soul of Latin America through masterful guitar performance.

Exploring the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt

History enthusiasts can explore the life and legacy of one of America’s most influential leaders during “Theodore Roosevelt: An American Icon,” an in-person lecture presented by Thomas Egan on Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the library’s Community Room. The program traces Roosevelt’s remarkable journey from Rough Rider to president, examining his rise to national prominence and the lasting impact of his leadership. Egan will discuss Roosevelt’s influence on American industry, domestic policy, and his role in shaping the United States into a global economic and military power. Known for his charisma and bold vision, Roosevelt remains a towering figure in American history. Registration opens first for East Meadow Library cardholders, with a four-seat limit per household.

Teens earn service hours through books

Teens looking to earn community service hours while sharing their love of reading can participate in Book Recommendation Cards, an in-person volunteer program on Monday, Feb. 23, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Young Adult Room. Open to students in grades 6-12, the program invites teens to recommend favorite books to fellow young readers by creating personalized recommendation cards. Participants will receive one hour of community service credit for their efforts. The program includes clear attendance policies, with late arrivals forfeiting spots after five minutes and repeated no-shows potentially affecting future registration. As a playful bonus, teens who check in and answer a riddle — “I’m tall when I’m young, and short when I’m old” — may unlock a surprise.

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‘Mad Science’ at East Meadow’s McVey

George McVey Elementary School in East Meadow recently welcomed Mad Science of Long Island for an engaging and educational school assembly.

Held in McVey’s gymnasium, the interactive presentation on Jan. 15 provided students with a fun and memorable introduction to basic scientific principles through safe, hands-on experiments. Led by “Static Shannon” from Mad Science of Long Island, the mad scientist captivated students with a variety of entertaining and easy-to-follow experiments focused on the science of air. Using everyday materials, she demonstrated key concepts such as air pressure, density and movement, bringing science to life in an exciting and accessible way.

Students were encouraged to actively participate throughout the presentation, allowing them to experience the experiments firsthand and deepen their understanding of the scientific concepts being explored. The assembly sparked curiosity, enthusiasm and plenty of excitement, reinforcing the school’s commitment to making learning both meaningful and fun.

–Jordan Vallone

The assembly sparked curiosity, enthusiasm and plenty of excitement.

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State to expand online safeguards for kids

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

As part of her state-of-the-state proposals, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced legislation to help protect children from online predators, scammers and harmful AI chatbots that are integrated into online platforms.

Additionally, Hochul is proposing a first-of-its-kind, statewide expansion of Teen Mental Health First Aid Training, designed to give young people the tools to identify, understand and effectively respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among their friends and peers.

“These proposals will create a nationleading standards that will ensure our kids’ safety in online and real work environments,” Hochul said in a Jan. 5 release.

The legislative package to protect kids on online platforms includes expanding requirements for platforms to conduct age verification, including online game platforms; making kids’ accounts be set to the highest privacy settings on platforms by default, meaning that non-connections cannot message kids, view their profile or tag them in content; disabling AI chatbot features on social media platforms for kids; and expanding parental controls, meaning that parents must be able to set limits on children’s financial transactions.

Darren McGee/Office of Governor Kathy Hochul Gov. Kathy Hochul announced legislation to help protect children online and to help bolster mental health care for youngsters.

The legislative package is sponsored by State Sen. Andrew Gounardes and Assemblymember Nilly Rozic.

Common Sense Media founder James Steyer commended the state’s actions.

“The online games kids play and the social media platforms they use for hours and hours a day become veritable

hunting groups for predators,” he said. “Kids and teens need these new protections now more than ever.”

Julie Scelfo, founder of Mothers Against Media Addiction, called the legislative proposals “common-sense.”

“The parents of the MAMA movement are grateful for the governor’s con-

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The Teen Mental Health First Aid training is being proposed to be available to all 10th-graders in New York, making it available to more than 180,000 students annually.

The training is designed for young people between the ages of 15 and 18 so they can identify, understand and respond to sigs of mental health and substance use challenges in their friends and peers. It will equip them with skills to recognize common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges; the impact of bullying and school violence on mental health; how to have impactful conversations with classmates about mental health concerns or to seek help from an adult; formal and informal support, and self-care.

“In our discussions with young people about mental health issues, one consistent thread became clear — youth reach out to their peers when they are in distress,” New York State Office of Mental Health Commissioner Dr. Ann Sullivan said. “Teen Mental Health First Aid helps young New Yorkers talk with their classmates and friends about mental health issues and provides them with the know-how to get them help when it is needed.”

STEPPING OUT

‘Metamorphosis’ unleashed

South Shore Symphony reinvents familiar melodies — and itself

By Abbey Salvemini

When the South Shore Symphony takes the stage on Jan. 31 at their Madison Theatre home, on the Molloy University campus, the evening represents more than a single stop in its season. It reflects the orchestra’s artistic transformation under the leadership of esteemed conductor Adam Glaser, now in his third year as music director.

Since he took the helm of the South Shore Symphony (from former Music Director Scott Jackson Wiley) he’s continued to foster connections with its musicians and shape a shared artistic identity. He describes his group as “a community of friends and musicians who are always striving for excellence,” and says the experience has been both energizing and collaborative.

expanded to include a full orchestra — involving winds, brass and percussion.

Pete Correale

As Glaser explains, the passacaglia is a type of continuous variation built over a repeating bass line, a form that dates back centuries.

“Among the many musical interests I enjoy exploring over lunch with my colleague Jim Millar, the Brahms symphonies constantly rise to the top, particularly the final movement of the Fourth Symphony, an orchestral passacaglia. When accepting Jim’s commission for a new work to be performed by the highly advanced orchestra he leads in beautiful Tenafly, I chose the passacaglia form for inspiration and structure,” he continues.

Glaser adds that his time with the South Shore Symphony inspired him to revisit the piece, allowing him to reimagine its full expressive possibilities.

After opening for Sebastian Maniscalco on his massive “It Ain’t Right” arena tour, Pete Correale is now doing his own. Be prepared for the laughs when he brings his “As I Was Saying” tour to the Paramount stage. The Long Island-born comedian-actor-writer, best known for his conversational, reality-based humor, is one busy guy. He co-hosts co-host of the “Pete and Sebastian Show,” a podcast with comedian Sebastian Maniscalco, that’s of the most popular comedy podcasts on air today, consistently growing in audience eight years after its launch. His comedy is reflective of his life and the experiences he’s been through. Being married for over 20 years and having a young daughter, Pete’s never at a loss for material. With a conversational delivery and his trademark disarming regular guy attitude, Pete makes you feel like you’re listening to the funniest guy at a party as opposed to just another comedian on a stage.

Friday, Jan. 30, 9 p.m., doors open 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

• Saturday, January 31, 7:30 p.m.

• Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre

• Tickets available at madisontheatreny.org

An established composer, Glaser — whose prolific career includes roles as Music Director of the professional-caliber Juilliard Pre-College Orchestras and Director of Orchestras and Associate Professor of Music at Hofstra University — brings his keen musicality to this concert, titled “Metamorphosis.” Programmed around the time-honored musical form of “theme and variations,” the repertoire highlights how composers begin with a simple musical idea and reshape it in inventive, surprising and often dazzling ways.

“[They] are all unique in their own way, but they are presented together because they all share a common theme,” Glaser says.

This fascinating program unites four works from the 19th and 20th centuries, each offering its own take on the theme and variations form. It opens with the “Wedding March” from Karl Goldmark’s Rustic Wedding Symphony.

“While I would rarely excerpt one movement from a symphony, in this case, it is just brilliant as its own piece,” Glaser explains.

The concert’s centerpiece is a world premiere: the full orchestral version of Glaser’s own “Passacaglia.” Originally written in 2018 for a high school string orchestra in New Jersey, the piece has now been

“Since 2018, I have often felt that the string orchestra version of Passacaglia packed a lot of material into a relatively compact canvas, and wondered if the underlying composition might warrant an expansion that embraces all instrument families. Inspired by my new “musical family,” I am pleased to dedicate this new version to my friends in the orchestra and honored to conduct the premiere. This new version makes a few subtle references to a five-note musical signature derived from Rockville Centre’s zip code, 11570.”

Glaser acknowledges that conducting works by other composers presents its own challenges, requiring a balance between honoring the composer’s intentions and bringing his own interpretive insight to the music.

“Our job [as the conductor] is to be an advocate for the composer, but we only have notes on a page,” he says.

The evening’s second half celebrates musical reinvention with Korngold’s “Theme and Variations, Op. 42.” In seven short minutes, it delivers the sweeping melodies and lavish orchestration that earned Korngold his reputation for “Hollywood sound.”

“[Theme and Variations] takes it to the highest level possible,” Glaser says, pointing out that audiences will recognize the Hollywood influence in the brief composition.

The concert closes with Hindemith’s “Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes” by Carl Maria von Weber, a piece that literally transforms Weber’s melodies into a bold, rhythmically vibrant orchestral adventure — bringing the program’s title of “Metamorphosis” full circle.

“[Symphonic Metamophosis] is such a brilliant example of how a composer can take a small amount of material and spin so many wonderful variations from it,” Glaser enthuses.

Beyond the individual works, he sees “Metamorphosis” as a symbol of the South Shore Symphony’s evolving journey.

This concert offers the audience both familiarity and discovery: beloved repertoire alongside a brand-new works, all connected by a single unifying idea. For Glaser, it is an opportunity to begin shaping the orchestra’s future while honoring its past.

The season continues with a trio of exciting performances in the months ahead. Jazz vocalist Jane Monheit joins the South Shore Symphony on March 8 for an evening of rich, lyrical storytelling. Later that month, on March 28, the orchestra tackles Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring,” promising a thrilling display of rhythm and energy. The season concludes on May 29 with their annual concert at St. Agnes Cathedral, uniting powerful voices and orchestra for Beethoven’s monumental “Ninth Symphony.

With “Metamorphosis,” the orchestra invites concertgoers to experience music as a living, evolving art form — where familiar melodies are reborn, new works take flight and the orchestra’s journey of transformation continues under Glaser’s inspired leadership.

‘Madness takes its toll’ Fasten your garter belt and come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab: It’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Do the Time Warp in celebration of 50 years of Richard O’Brien’s legendary cult classic musical on the big screen! In this legendary comedyhorror cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a self-proclaimed “sweet transvestite” scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O’Brien). Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named “Rocky.” Nothing beats a Rocky Horror screening where you can jump up and dance to the Time Warp in this live, interactive experience. Get into it and dress to impress!

Friday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m. $25. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org or (516) 767-6444.

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29

Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out

Long Island Children’s Museum’s welcomes all to its new exhibit. Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out provides interactive experiences that help visitors learn about the important role emotions, memory and imagination play in our everyday lives. Hands-on and digital experiences focus on the five emotions featured in the film: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear. Kids learn to recognize emotions and explore ways that we express and manage our own emotions. With related activities.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City

• Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

JAN

30

A Cappella Festival

The SingStrong International A Cappella Festival returns to the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center. This exciting threeday, all-vocal event features five unique concerts and two days of classes and coaching, showcasing the versatility and power of the human voice. Festival proceeds support music programs and the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund. Audiences will experience a diverse range of a cappella styles, including pop, jazz, rock, barbers hop, hip-hop, doo-wop, and more. The festival hosts performances by professional a cappella groups from around the world, alongside talented collegiate and high school ensembles. Visit singstrong.org for details.

• Where: Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City

• Time: Varied, through Feb. 1

• Contact: adelphi.edu/pac or 9516) 877-4000

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Lunar New Year Celebration

Families are invited to vibrant celebration of art and music when Nassau County Museum of Art ushers in the Lunar New Year, honoring the rich creative contributions of Chinese culture. Activities include a Year of the Horse craft at the Manes Center. Before or after art making, head to the mansion to enjoy cultural performances. $20, $10 child; members free. Registration required.

• Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1- 2:30 p.m.

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337

Michael Carbonaro

Mystery Book Club, featuring a discussion of “The Busybody Book Club.”

• Where: 1886 Front St., East Meadow

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: EastMeadow.info

FEB

10

Narcan Training

U.S. Congressman Anthony D’Esposito hosts a Narcan training. Obtain a Narcan certification and a Narcan kit.

• Where: 2330 Salisbury Park Drive, East Meadow

• Time: 6 p.m.

• Contact: HemspteadNY.gov

Book talk

FEB

12

Amazing Animal Encounter

Join Long Island Children’s Museum’s animal educator in the Hive Studio in the Feasts for Beasts Gallery to learn what goes into the care of the museum’s “residents.” Meet some of our real-life animals up close.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City

• Time: 1:30-2 p.m.

• Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800

Talking art

Nassau County Museum of Art welcomes Christian White. He discusses his work and artistic process rooted in the tradition of Realism. A descendant of a storied lineage of American artists, White continues to honor and expand this legacy through his detailed, perceptive paintings that capture the beauty and truth of everyday life.. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students (members free). Limited seating, register in advance.

• Where: 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: 3 p.m.

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337

FEB

2

Long Island Choral Society Audition

The Long Island Choral Society is looking for new members for the final concert of their 97th Season. The Spring 2026 concert features Franz Schubert’s Mass in G. Auditions are by appointment only. If you love to sing consider auditioning to be part of this treasured Long Island tradition. For additional information about the Long Island Choral Society, visit lics.org.

• Where: Garden City Community Church, 245 Stewart Ave, Garden City

• Contact: (516) 652-6878 or audition.info@lics.org

East Meadow BOE Meeting

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• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington

• Time: 7:30 p.m.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Actor-magician-comedian Michael Carbonaro has built a career turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Best known as the star of the hit truTV series “The Carbonaro Effect,” he’s made millions laugh in astonishment by blending quick-witted comedy with jaw-dropping illusions in everyday settings. On stage, Carbonaro has headlined two hit national tours, with a live show that mixes theatrical magic, sly improv, gleeful trickery, and playful audience participation. Now, he’s delighting audiences with his newest adventure, Michael Carbonaro: Wonderboy — a tour where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief, in a world where magic is the superpower and laughter is the sidekick. An accomplished actor, he’s appeared in “Law & Order: SVU,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” among other projects. As a magician, he’s been named Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts and is the sole recipient of the Copperfield Prize, awarded for elevating the art of magic itself. A performing magician since his youth, Carbonaro studied experimental theater at New York University with the aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Following Carbonaro’s frequent late-night appearances, Michael was presented with the opportunity to launch his hit comedic series, “The Carbonaro Effect.” A trickster at heart, Michael performs inventive tricks on unsuspecting members of the public who are unaware that he is a magician. Bringing wonder, mischief and magic to the stage — reality doesn’t stand a chance.

materials, artmaking, and inspiration from artists and techniques. Young kids, ages 2-5, build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and support imaginations as they play, create and explore. This week build and float boats made from pool noodles. $4 with museum admission.

• Where: Museum Row, Garden City

• Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon

• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

FEB

7

Winter Forest Walk

Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary and senior advisor to President Joseph R. Biden Jr., visits Hofstra University to discuss her two books published last year, “Moving Forward: A Story of Hope, Hard Work, and the Promise of America” and “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House Outside the Party Lines.” Copies of both books will be available for purchase, and her talk will be followed by a book signing. Advance registration is required.

• Where: John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University South Campus, Hempstead

• Time: 11:15 a.m.- 2:45 p.m.

• Contact: events.hofstra.edu to RSVP

FEB

13

Name That Tune

Name That Tune, a beloved event with the Kiwanis, returns.

• Where: 197 East Meadow Ave., East Meadow

• Time: 7-11 p.m.

• Contact: EastMeadowKiwanis. org

• Contact: Visit EMUFSD.us FEB

The East Meadow School Board meets at the Salisbury School.

• Where: 718 The Plain Road, Westbury

FEB

5

Little Learners Art Lab

Each week in this engaging workshop, participants are introduced to hands-on

Join naturalist Virginal Dankel for an interactive winter stroll across the Nassau County Museum of Art grounds. During this seasonal walk, participants can expand their knowledge of the natural world and strengthen their powers of observation. Adults only. $20, $10 members. Registration required.

• Where: Manes Education Center, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor

• Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

• Contact: nassaumuseum.org or (516) 484-9337

Mystery Book Club

Fans of mystery and thrills can stop by East Meadow Public Library for a meeting of the

Nominate a student under 18 for the Sustainability Champion Award to recognize their efforts in driving sustainable change.

Submit a nomination of approximately 100 words or less describing the student’s leadership in promoting sustainability: What motivates them? What impact have they had?

Be sure to include a photo or an example of their work—whether it’s a community garden, an environmental campaign, or a creative solution to a sustainability challenge.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 2016-1, -againstVLADIMIR C. PUNTO

A/K/A VLADIMIR

PUNTO, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on April 28, 2025, wherein WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MFRA TRUST 20161 is the Plaintiff and VLADIMIR C. PUNTO

A/K/A VLADIMIR PUNTO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on February 23, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 839 WINTHROP DRIVE, EAST MEADOW, NY 11554; and the following tax map identification: 50437-24. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT EAST MEADOW, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611656/2021. Leslie Feifer, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 157942

LEGAL NOTICE SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS-SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAUCOMPU-LINK CORPORATION, DBA CELINK, Plaintiff,against- DEBORAH STELLA AKA DEBORAH J. STELLA, INDIVIDUALLY, AS TO HER LIFE ESTATE INTEREST AND AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; VINCENT J. STELLA, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; ELIZABETH M. GUILFOYLE, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; JOHN R. STELLA, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; PATRICE C. STELLA, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; TONI ANN GENNA, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; ANY AND ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF VINCENT STELLA; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, DefendantsIndex No. 612031/2025 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject premises is situated in Nassau County. To the above named DefendantsYOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance upon the Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the date of service or within thirty (30) days

after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated November 24, 2025.

NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME - If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (COMPULINK CORPORATION, DBA CELINK) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable Jeffrey A. Goodstein A.J.S.C.

Dated: November 24, 2025 Filed: December 8, 2025. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 12 Elmtree Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. Dated: December 18, 2025 Filed: December 22, 2025 Greenspoon Marder LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Raspreet Bhatia, Esq.1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105 P: (212) 524-5000 F: (212) 524-5050 (No Service by fax) Please respond to Cypress Creek office: Trade Centre South, 100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 P: (888) 491-1120 F: (954) 343-6982 157814

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, PEAK GARDEN

WESTBURY TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. DEIJH, INC., ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 7, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 195 Garden Street, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Westbury (outside the Incorporated Village) in the Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 11, Block 503 and Lot 25. Approximate amount of judgment is $627,379.58 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 607687/2023. Brian Carmody, Esq., Referee Vallely Mitola Ryan PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 157820

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Education of the East Meadow Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York, has adopted a resolution on January 7, 2026, authorizing a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of said School District to be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 7:00 o’clock A.M. to 9:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), in each of the School Election Districts heretofore established, for the purpose of voting upon the following Bond Proposition: BOND PROPOSITION RESOLVED:

(a) that the Board of Education of the East Meadow Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to construct alterations and improvements to all District buildings and/or sites (the “Project”), substantially as described in a plan prepared for the District by JAG Architect P.C. (the “Plan”), which plan is on file and available for public inspection at the office of the District Clerk, such Project to include (as and where required): renovations to performing art centers and locker rooms; fire alarm, HVAC and audio visual system upgrades; construction of security vestibules and door hardware upgrades; interior renovations and athletic facility improvements, including the construction and/or replacement of synthetic turf fields, tennis courts, field house buildings and dugouts; field reconfiguration; replacement of backstops, fencing, walkways and scoreboards; bleacher upgrades; installation of new playgrounds and field lighting; parking lot renovations; drainage upgrades and other improvements; the foregoing to include the original furnishings, equipment, machinery, apparatus and ancillary or related site, demolition and other work required in connection therewith; and to expend therefor, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the financing thereof, an amount not to exceed $71,525,000; provided that the costs of the components of the Project as detailed in the plan may be reallocated among such components if the Board of Education shall determine that such reallocation is in the best interests of the District;

(b) that a tax is hereby voted therefor in the amount of not to exceed $71,525,000 to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education;

and (c) that in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $71,525,000 and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable.

Such Bond Proposition shall appear on the ballots used for voting at said Special District Meeting in substantially the following condensed form:

BOND PROPOSITION YES NO RESOLVED:

(a) That the Board of Education of the East Meadow Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to construct alterations and improvements to District buildings and/or sites, substantially as described in a plan prepared for the District by JAG Architect P.C. and to expend therefor an amount not to exceed $71,525,000; (b) that a tax is hereby voted therefor in the amount of not to exceed $71,525,000 to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and (c) that in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $71,525,000 and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN the voting will be by paper ballot or by voting machines in the schoolhouses designated in each of the separate school election districts heretofore established and the polls will remain open for voting from 7:00 o’clock A.M. to 9:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), and as much longer as may be necessary for all voters, then present, to cast their votes.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the voting at the Special District Meeting shall be held

in accordance with the Rules for the Conduct of Meetings and Elections adopted by the Board of Education and applicable law.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the boundaries of the following School Election Districts shall be as heretofore determined and published by the Board of Education and in place in each election district for registration and voting shall be as follows:

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 1. The qualified voters of School Election District No. 1 will vote at the Parkway Elementary School located at 465 Bellmore Road in said District. The boundaries of School Election District No. 1 are as follows: Bounded on the North by HempsteadBethpage Turnpike; on the East by Wantagh State Parkway; on the South by North Jerusalem Road; on the West by East Meadow Avenue from the intersection of North Jerusalem Road to Lenox Avenue then northeast to Eighth Avenue east to Newbridge Road, then north to Hempstead Turnpike.

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 2. The qualified voters of School Election District No. 2 will vote at the McVey Elementary School located at 2201 Devon Street in said District. The boundaries of School Election District No. 2 are as follows: Bounded on the North by the south side of Hempstead Turnpike from the intersection of Merrick Avenue running easterly to the intersection of Newbridge Road. Bounded on the East by the west side of Newbridge Road from the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike running south to the intersection of Eighth Avenue. Bounded on the South by the north side of Eighth Avenue; running southwest to the intersection of Lenox Avenue and East Meadow Avenue; running northwest on East Meadow Avenue to number 604; running westerly to Maitland Street; running south to the north side of Lenox Avenue continuing southwest to the southerly ends of Benito, Patterson, Adelphi, Coakley and

Albert Streets and the westerly ends of Sidney Place, Powers Avenue and Kevin Place going west to the eastside of Prospect Avenue at number 1530 and running northeast to the intersection of Chestnut Avenue, proceeding northwest on the northwest side of Chestnut Avenue to the intersection of Front Street, then running southwest on the north side of Front Street to the intersection of Merrick Avenue. Bounded on the West by the eastside of Merrick Avenue from the intersection of Front Street, running north to the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike. SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 3. The qualified voters of School Election District No. 3 will vote at Barnum Woods Elementary School located at 500 May Lane in said District. The boundaries of School Election District No. 3 are as follows: Bounded on the North by Hempstead Turnpike from Meadowbrook Parkway to Merrick Avenue, southerly to the point of intersection of the south side of Front Street easterly to Chestnut Avenue. Bounded on the East by the west side of Merrick Avenue running south from Hempstead Turnpike to Front Street to the south side of Front Street running northeast from Merrick Avenue to the west side of Chestnut Avenue from Front Street to Prospect Avenue to number 1489; then south including Marian Court, Dieman Lane, Flower Lane, Sherwood Drive, Andrea Road, the north ends of Cynthia, Wenwood and Bruce Drives, the west end of Cynron and Meadow Lanes and Midland Drive and the south side of Lenox Avenue proceeding east to East Meadow Avenue; continuing east on the west side of East Meadow Avenue from Lenox Avenue to Irving Place, south from number 604 East Meadow Avenue running south to North Jerusalem Road. Bounded on the South by North Jerusalem Road to the point of intersection of Ennabrock Road, including Ennabrock Road to North

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Jerusalem Road; west to Meadowbrook Parkway. Bounded on the West by Meadowbrook Parkway from North Jerusalem Road running north to Hempstead Turnpike.

SCHOOL ELECTION

DISTRICT NO. 4. The qualified voters of School Election District No. 4 will vote at the Bowling Green Elementary School located at 2340 Stewart Avenue, Westbury, NY, in said District. The boundaries of School Election District No. 4 are as follows:

Bounded on the North by Old Country Road to the point of intersection of the Wantagh State Parkway. Bounded on the East by the Wantagh State Parkway running south to the Oyster Bay Town Line and then east to Newbridge Road, running south on Newbridge Road to Twig Lane. Bounded on the South by Twig Lane, running west to the Wantagh State Parkway, then running south to the north side of Hearth Lane at Friends Lane proceeding west to the intersection of the west side of Carman Avenue, proceeding south to the north side of Salisbury Park Drive and continuing on the north side of Salisbury Park Drive in a northerly direction from Stewart Avenue to Old Country Road.

SCHOOL ELECTION DISTRICT NO. 5. The qualified voters of School Election District No. 5 will vote at the Meadowbrook Elementary School located at 241 Old Westbury Road in said District. The boundaries of School Election District No. 5 are as follows:

Bounded on the North from the south side of Hearth Lane at Carman Avenue easterly to Wantagh Parkway; north to the Oyster Bay Town Line; easterly to the south side of Levittown Parkway to the intersection of Newbridge Road. Bounded on the East by the west side of Newbridge Road running south to Wantagh Parkway; continuing south on Wantagh Parkway to the intersection of Hempstead Turnpike. Bounded on the South by Hempstead Turnpike from the intersection of Wantagh Parkway

running west to the intersection of Bly Road. Bounded on the West by Bly Road running north and east to Ava Drive; running north and east to Erma Drive; running south to Nottingham Road; running east (including Florence and Jane Courts) to the eastside of Carman Avenue running north to the intersection of Hearth Lane.

PERSONAL REGISTRATION OF VOTERS

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER

NOTICE that all qualified voters of the School District must be registered in the School District Registration Books and/or in the Official List of Registered and Enrolled Voters for the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, issued by the Nassau County Board of Elections, in order to vote at the Special District Meeting on March 5, 2026. The following persons shall be eligible to vote: All persons who shall have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance with section two thousand fourteen (2014) of the Education Law and all persons who shall have been previously registered hereunder for any annual or special meeting or election and who shall have voted at any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted during the four calendar years prior to 2026 (i.e., 2022-2025).

In addition, all persons who are registered to vote pursuant to the provisions of section three hundred fifty-two (352) of the Election Law of the State of New York shall be eligible to vote.

Registration of voters not previously registered and eligible to vote shall take place from February 6, 2026 through February 27, 2026, inclusive, on the days when school is in session, between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), in the office of the District Clerk at the Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, New York. Evening registration will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, in the main corridor of the Salisbury School between the hours of 7:00 o’clock P.M. and

8:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time).

Registration of voters not previously registered and eligible to vote shall also take place on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 12:30 (Prevailing Time), at each of the five (5) election districts, locations as listed previously.

The Board of Registration shall meet to prepare the Register of the School District on the dates and times above specified and any person shall be entitled to have their name placed upon such Register provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, they are then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such register is prepared.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Register of Voters so prepared as aforesaid shall be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the District upon its completion where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), on each of the five (5) days prior and including the day set for the Special District Meeting, except Sunday, and on Saturday from 9:00 o’clock A.M. to 11:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Time), by advance appointment only. Please contact Judy Kandel at 516-478-5735 if you wish to make an appointment.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that an application for an absentee or early mail ballot may be made at the Office of the District Clerk, Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, NY 11590 no earlier than thirty (30) days before the date of the Special District Meeting. Completed applications must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the Special District Meeting if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter and one (1) day before the Special District Meeting if the ballot is to be personally delivered to the voter or his/her designated agent. Upon receiving a timely request for an absentee

or early mail ballot, the District Clerk will mail the ballot to the address set forth in the application by no later than six (6) days before the date of the Special District Meeting. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on March 5, 2026. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots shall have been issued will be available in said Office of the Clerk between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), on each of the five (5) days prior to the date of the Special District Meeting and on the day set for the Special District Meeting, except Sunday, and on Saturday from 9:00 o’clock A.M. to 11:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Time), by advance appointment only.

Please contact Judy Kandel at 516-478-5735 if you wish to make an appointment. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the School District. Military voters who are qualified voters of the School District may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot.

Military voter registration and military ballot application forms must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on February 6, 2026. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is returned by mail or in person and received by the office of the District Clerk by no later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on March 5, 2026.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING:

1. A person shall be a citizen of the United States.

2. Eighteen or more years of age.

3. A resident of

the District for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the election at which he or she offers to vote.

4. Must be registered to vote.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER

NOTICE that detailed information about the Bond Proposition will be available upon request to School District residents commencing February 23, 2026 at the office of the District Clerk at the Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, N.Y.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER

NOTICE that detailed information about the Bond Proposition may be obtained by any resident of the School District, upon request, in the offices of each of the schoolhouses in the District listed below, between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 4:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), on each day other than a Saturday, Sunday or holidays commencing February 23, 2026. The detailed information about the Bond Proposition will also be available on the School District website.

Barnum Woods Elementary School

500 May Lane East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Bowling Green Elementary School

2340 Stewart Avenue Westbury, N.Y. 11590

McVey Elementary School

2201 Devon Street East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Meadowbrook Elementary School

241 Old Westbury Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Parkway Elementary School

465 Bellmore Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Woodland Middle School

690 Wenwood Drive East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

W. Tresper Clarke Middle School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590

W. Tresper Clarke High School

740 Edgewood Drive Westbury, N.Y. 11590 East Meadow High School

101 Carman Avenue East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Salisbury School

718 The Plain Road Westbury, N.Y. 11590

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER

NOTICE that the Board of Education shall convene a special meeting thereof within

twenty-four hours after the filing with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the results of the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot. The Board of Education hereby designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law Section 2019-a, subdivision 2b at said special meeting of the Board of Education. BY THE ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION

Dated: January 7, 2026

Judy Kandel District Clerk 157802

LEGAL NOTICE AVISO DE REUNIÓN EXTRAORDINARIA DEL DISTRITO DISTRITO ESCOLAR EAST MEADOW UNION FREE, EN EL CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK POR EL PRESENTE, SE NOTIFICA que, la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar East Meadow Union Free, en el condado de Nassau, Nueva York, ha adoptado una resolución el 7 de enero de 2026, que autoriza una reunión extraordinaria del distrito para los votantes calificados de dicho Distrito Escolar, que se celebrará el día Jueves 5 de marzo de 2026 de 7:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m. (hora vigente), en cada uno de los Distritos Electorales Escolares hasta ahora establecidos, con el propósito de votar sobre la siguiente propuesta de bono: PROPUESTA DE BONO SE RESUELVE: (a) Que, por el presente, se autoriza a la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar East Meadow Union Free, en el condado de Nassau, Nueva York (el “Distrito”), a implementar modificaciones y mejoras en todos los edificios o terrenos del Distrito (el “Proyecto”), sustancialmente de acuerdo con lo descrito en un plan preparado para el Distrito por JAG Architect P.C. (el “Plan”), que obra en el archivo y está disponible para inspección pública en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito. Dicho Proyecto incluirá (según y donde se requiera): renovaciones

de centros de artes escénicas y vestuarios; mejoras en los sistemas de alarma contra incendios, calefacción, ventilación y aire acondicionado (HVAC), y audiovisuales; construcción de vestíbulos de seguridad y mejoras en los herrajes de las puertas; renovaciones interiores y mejoras en las instalaciones deportivas, incluida la construcción o sustitución de campos de césped sintético, canchas de tenis, edificios deportivos y casetas; reconfiguración de canchas; sustitución de vallas de protección, cercas, pasarelas y marcadores; mejoras en las gradas; instalación de nuevas zonas de juegos e iluminación de canchas; renovaciones de aparcamientos; mejoras en el drenaje y otras mejoras. Todo lo anterior incluirá el mobiliario original, los equipos, la maquinaria, los aparatos y los espacios auxiliares o relacionados, la demolición y otros trabajos necesarios en relación con ello; y se destinará para ello, incluidos los costos preliminares y los costos imprevistos a ello y su financiamiento, un monto que no exceda los $71,525,000, siempre y cuando los costos de los componentes del Proyecto detallados en el plan puedan reasignarse entre dichos componentes si la Junta de Educación determina que tal reasignación obrará en favor de los intereses del Distrito; (b) Que, por el presente, se vota para ello un gravamen por un monto que no excederá los $71,525,000 para financiar ese costo, y ese gravamen se exigirá y cobrará en cuotas en la cantidad de años y en las sumas que determine dicha Junta de Educación, y (c) Que, en previsión de dicho gravamen y por el presente, se autoriza la emisión de bonos del Distrito por un monto total de capital que no debe exceder los $71,525,000 y, por el presente, se vota un gravamen para pagar los intereses de dichos bonos en el momento de su vencimiento y exigibilidad. Dicha propuesta de

bono aparecerá en las boletas electorales usadas para votar en la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito antes mencionada sustancialmente de la forma resumida a continuación:

PROPUESTA DE BONO SÍ NO SE RESUELVE: (a) Que, por el presente, se autoriza a la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar East Meadow Union Free, en el condado de Nassau, Nueva York (el “Distrito”), a construir reformas y mejoras en edificios o terrenos del Distrito, sustancialmente como se describe en un plan preparado para el Distrito por JAG Architect P.C., y se destinará para ello un monto que no debe exceder los $71,525,000; (b) que, por el presente, se vota un gravamen por un monto que no debe exceder los $71,525,000 para financiar tal costo; dicho gravamen se exigirá y recaudará en cuotas en los años y los montos que determine la Junta de Educación; y (c) que, en previsión de dicho gravamen, por el presente se autoriza la emisión de bonos del Distrito por el monto total de capital que no debe exceder los $71,525,000 y, por el presente, se vota un gravamen para pagar el interés de dichos bonos en el momento de su vencimiento y exigibilidad.

POR MEDIO DEL PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la votación será mediante boleta electoral impresa o en máquinas de votación en las sedes escolares designadas en cada uno de los distritos electorales escolares independientes hasta ahora establecidos, y las urnas estarán habilitadas para votar de 7:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m. (hora vigente), durante el tiempo que sea necesario para que los votantes presentes en ese momento emitan sus votos. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA también que la votación en la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito se llevará a cabo de acuerdo con las Normas para la Organización de Reuniones y Elecciones adoptadas por la Junta de Educación y la ley vigente.

POR EL PRESENTE TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los límites del

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siguiente Distrito Electoral Escolar serán determinados y publicados, como hasta ahora, por la Junta de Educación y el lugar de cada distrito electoral para el registro y la votación será el siguiente:

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 1. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 1 votarán en Parkway Elementary School ubicada en 465 Bellmore Road, en este Distrito. Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 1 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con Hempstead-Bethpage Turnpike, al este con Wantagh State Parkway, al sur con North Jerusalem Road, al oeste con East Meadow Avenue desde la intersección de North Jerusalem Road hasta Lenox Avenue, al noreste hasta Eighth Avenue, al este hasta Newbridge Road, al norte hasta Hempstead Turnpike.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 2. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 2 votarán en McVey Elementary School ubicada en 2201 Devon Street, en este Distrito. Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 2 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con el lado sur de Hempstead Turnpike desde la intersección de Merrick Avenue hacia el este hasta la intersección de Newbridge Road. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Newbridge Road desde la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike, y continúa hacia el sur hasta la intersección de Eighth Avenue. Limita al sur con el lado norte de Eighth Avenue; continúa hacia el sudoeste hasta la intersección de Lenox Avenue e East Meadow Avenue; sigue hacia el noroeste en East Meadow Avenue hasta la numeración 604; prosigue hacia el oeste hasta Maitland Street; continúa hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Lenox Avenue y hacia el sudoeste hasta el final sur de Benito, Patterson, Adelphi, Coakley y Albert Streets, y hasta el final oeste de Sidney Place, Powers Avenue y Kevin Place. Sigue al oeste hasta el lado este de Prospect Avenue, numeración 1530, y continúa hacia el noreste hasta la

intersección de Chestnut Avenue; prosigue hacia el noroeste en el lado noroeste de Chestnut Avenue hasta la intersección de Front Street. Luego, sigue hacia el suroeste en el lado norte de Front Street hasta la intersección de Merrick Avenue. Limita al oeste con el lado este de Merrick Avenue desde la intersección de Front Street, y continúa hacia el norte hasta la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 3. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 3 votarán en Barnum Woods Elementary School ubicada en 500 May Lane, en este Distrito. Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 3 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con Hempstead Turnpike desde Meadowbrook Parkway hasta Merrick Avenue, al sur hasta el punto de intersección del lado sur de Front Street y hacia el este hasta Chestnut Avenue. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Merrick Avenue. Sigue hacia el sur desde Hempstead Turnpike hasta Front Street y hasta el lado sur de Front Street. Continúa hacia el noreste desde Merrick Avenue hasta el lado oeste de Chestnut Avenue, desde Front Street hasta Prospect Avenue, numeración 1489. Luego, en el sur incluye Marian Court, Dieman Lane, Flower Lane, Sherwood Drive, Andrea Road, el final norte de Cynthia, Wenwood y Bruce Drives, el final oeste de Cynron y Meadow Lanes y Midland Drive, y el lado sur de Lenox Avenue. Sigue por el este hasta East Meadow Avenue; continúa por el este en el lado oeste de East Meadow Avenue desde Lenox Avenue hasta Irving Place, al sur desde East Meadow Avenue, numeración 604, y sigue hacia el sur hasta North Jerusalem Road. Limita al sur con North Jerusalem Road hasta el punto de intersección de Ennabrock Road, incluida Ennabrock Road hasta North Jerusalem Road; al oeste hasta Meadowbrook Parkway. Limita al oeste con Meadowbrook Parkway

desde North Jerusalem Road hacia el norte hasta Hempstead Turnpike.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 4. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 4 votarán en Bowling Green Elementary School ubicada en 2340 Stewart Avenue, Westbury, NY, en este Distrito. Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 4 son los siguientes: Limita al norte con Old Country Road hasta el punto de intersección de Wantagh State Parkway. Limita al este con Wantagh State Parkway y continúa hacia el sur hasta Oyster Bay Town Line, y luego al este hasta Newbridge Road. Continúa hacia el sur por Newbridge Road hasta Twig Lane. Limita al sur con Twig Lane; continúa al oeste hasta Wantagh State Parkway; luego, sigue hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Hearth Lane en Friends Lane. Continúa hacia el oeste hasta la intersección del lado oeste de Carman Avenue; sigue hacia el sur hasta el lado norte de Salisbury Park Drive, y prosigue por el lado norte de Salisbury Park Drive en dirección norte desde Stewart Avenue hasta Old Country Road.

DISTRITO ELECTORAL

ESCOLAR N.º 5. Los votantes calificados del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 5 votarán en Meadowbrook Elementary School ubicada en 241 Old Westbury Road, en este Distrito. Los límites del Distrito Electoral Escolar n.º 5 son los siguientes:

Limita al norte desde el lado sur de Hearth Lane hasta Carman Avenue, al este hasta Wantagh Parkway, al norte hasta Oyster Bay Town Line, al este hasta el lado sur de Levittown Parkway hasta la intersección de Newbridge Road. Limita al este con el lado oeste de Newbridge Road, y sigue hacia el sur hasta Wantagh Parkway; continúa hacia el sur por Wantagh Parkway hasta la intersección de Hempstead Turnpike. Limita al sur con Hempstead Turnpike desde la intersección de Wantagh Parkway hacia el oeste hasta la intersección de Bly Road. Limita al oeste con Bly Road, y continúa hacia el norte

y el este hasta Ava Drive; sigue hacia el norte y el este hasta Erma Drive, hacia el sur hasta Nottingham Road, hacia el este (incluso los tribunales en Florence y Jane) hasta el lado este de Carman Avenue; continúa hacia el norte hasta la intersección de Hearth Lane.

REGISTRO PERSONAL DE VOTANTES

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que, para votar en la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito del 5 de marzo de 2026, todos los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar deben estar registrados en los libros de registro del Distrito Escolar o en la lista oficial de votantes registrados e inscritos para la ciudad de Hempstead, condado de Nassau, emitidos por la Junta Electoral del condado de Nassau.

Las siguientes personas serán elegibles para votar: todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para registrarse según la sección dos mil catorce (2014) de la Ley de Educación, y todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente en virtud del presente para cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria organizada o realizada durante los cuatro años calendario previos al 2026 (es decir, entre el 2022 y el 2025).

También serán elegibles para votar todas las personas que estén registradas para votar de conformidad con las disposiciones de la sección trescientos cincuenta y dos (352) de la Ley de Elecciones del estado de Nueva York. El registro de votantes que no se hayan registrado previamente y que sean elegibles para votar se hará desde el 6 de febrero de 2026 hasta el 27 de febrero de 2026 inclusive, los días en los que la escuela esté abierta, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. (hora vigente), en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito en Salisbury School, ubicada en 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, New York. El registro vespertino se realizará el martes 24 de febrero de 2026, en el vestíbulo principal de Salisbury School

entre las 7:00 p. m. y las 8:00 p. m. (hora vigente). El registro de votantes que no se hayan registrado previamente y que sean elegibles para votar también se hará el miércoles 25 de febrero de 2026, entre las 8:30 a. m. y las 12:30 p. m. (hora vigente), en cada uno de los cinco (5) distritos electorales, en los lugares indicados anteriormente. La Junta de Registro se reunirá para preparar el registro del Distrito Escolar durante los horarios y las fechas que se especifican arriba, y cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en el registro, siempre y cuando tengan derecho, en esa reunión de la Junta de Registro, a votar en la reunión o en elección escolar para la cual se prepara dicho registro.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que el registro de votantes preparado según lo mencionado anteriormente se presentará en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito una vez finalizado. Allí, estará disponible para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. (hora vigente), en cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores a la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito e incluso ese día, excepto el domingo, y el sábado de 9:00 a. m. y las 11:00 a. m. (hora vigente), solo con cita previa. Comuníquese con Judy Kandel al 516-478-5735 si desea programar una cita.

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la solicitud para una boleta electoral por ausencia o boleta electoral anticipada por correo se puede realizar en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito, Salisbury School, 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, NY 11590, a partir de los treinta (30) días previos a la fecha de la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito. La Secretaría del Distrito debe recibir las solicitudes completas por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito si la boleta electoral debe enviarse al votante por correo y un (1) día antes de la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito si la boleta electoral debe entregarse en persona

al votante o a la persona designada por este. Al recibir una solicitud oportuna de una boleta electoral por ausencia o boleta electoral anticipada por correo, la Secretaría del Distrito enviará la boleta electoral a la dirección indicada en la solicitud a más tardar seis (6) días antes de la fecha de la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito. La Secretaría del Distrito debe recibir las boletas electorales por ausencia y boletas electorales anticipadas por correo antes de las 5:00 p. m. (hora vigente) del 5 de marzo de 2026. Una lista de todas las personas a las que se han emitido boletas electorales por ausencia y boletas electorales anticipadas estará disponible en dicha oficina de la secretaría, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. (hora vigente), en cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores a la fecha de la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito y en el día fijado para la reunión extraordinaria del Distrito, excepto el domingo, y el sábado de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m. (hora vigente), solo con cita previa. Comuníquese con Judy Kandel al 516-478-5735 si desea programar una cita. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén inscritos actualmente pueden solicitar inscribirse como votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar. Los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar podrán enviar una solicitud de boleta electoral militar. Estos votantes pueden indicar su preferencia de recibir una inscripción de votante militar, una solicitud de boleta electoral militar o una boleta electoral militar por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico en su solicitud de inscripción, solicitud de boleta electoral o boleta electoral. Los formularios de registro de votantes militares y de solicitud de boleta electoral militar deben recibirse en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito antes de las 5:00 p. m. (hora vigente) del 6 de febrero de 2026. No se escrutarán las boletas electorales militares a menos que se entreguen por correo postal o en

persona, y que la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito las reciba antes de las 5:00 p. m. (hora vigente) del 5 de marzo de 2026.

REQUISITOS PARA VOTAR:

1. Ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos. 2. Tener dieciocho años o más.

3. Ser residente del Distrito durante un período de treinta días o más inmediatamente antes de la elección en la que desea votar. 4. Estar registrado para votar. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la información detallada sobre la propuesta de bono estará disponible, previa solicitud, para los residentes del Distrito Escolar a partir del 23 de febrero de 2026, en la oficina de la Decretaría del Distrito en Salisbury School, ubicada en 718 The Plain Road, Westbury, N.Y. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que cualquier residente del Distrito Escolar podrá obtener, previa solicitud, información detallada sobre la propuesta de bono en las oficinas de cada una de las sedes escolares del Distrito que se enumeran a continuación, entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m. (hora vigente), en cada día que no sea sábado, domingo ni feriado, a partir del 23 de febrero de 2026. La información detallada sobre la propuesta de bono también estará disponible en el sitio web del Distrito Escolar.

Barnum Woods Elementary School

500 May Lane East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Bowling Green Elementary School 2340 Stewart Avenue Westbury, N.Y. 11590 McVey Elementary School

2201 Devon Street East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Meadowbrook Elementary School

241 Old Westbury Road East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Parkway Elementary School

465 Bellmore Road

East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Woodland Middle School

690 Wenwood Drive East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

W. Tresper Clarke

Middle School

740 Edgewood Drive

Westbury, N.Y. 11590

W. Tresper Clarke High School

740 Edgewood Drive

Westbury, N.Y. 11590 East Meadow High School

101 Carman Avenue East Meadow, N.Y. 11554

Salisbury School

718 The Plain Road

Westbury, N.Y. 11590

ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que la Junta de Educación convocará a una reunión extraordinaria en un plazo de veinticuatro horas después de la presentación ante la Secretaría del Distrito de un informe por escrito de los resultados de los votos con el fin de analizar y clasificar dichos informes de los resultados y declarar el resultado de la votación. Por el presente, y de acuerdo con la sección 2019-a, subdivisión 2b de la Ley de Educación, la Junta de Educación se designa a sí misma como un grupo de presidentes de mesa para emitir y escrutar los votos durante dicha reunión extraordinaria de la Junta de Educación.

POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN Fecha: 7 de enero de 2026

Judy Kandel Secretaría del Distrito 157804

LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE OF NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER’S SALE OF TAX LIENS ON REAL ESTATE Notice is hereby given that commencing on February 17th, 2026, will sell at public online auction the tax liens on certain real estate, unless the owner, mortgagee, occupant of or any other party in interest in such real estate shall have paid to the County Treasurer by February 12th, 2026 the total amount of such unpaid taxes or assessments with the interest, penalties and other expenses and charges against the property.

Such tax liens will be sold at the lowest rate of interest, not exceeding 10 percent per six-month period, for which any person or persons shall offer to take the total amount of such unpaid taxes as defined in Section 5-37.0 of the Nassau County Administrative Code.

Effective with the

January 29, 2026 —

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February 2019 lien sale

Ordinance No. 175-2015 requires a $175.00 per day registration fee for each person who intends to bid at the tax lien sale. Ordinance No. 175-2015 also requires that upon the issuance of the Lien Certificate there is due from the lien buyer a Tax Certificate Issue Fee of $20.00 per lien purchased. Pursuant to the provisions of the Nassau County Administrative Code at the discretion of the Nassau County Treasurer the auction will be conducted online. Further information concerning the procedures for the auction is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www. nassaucountyny.

gov/526/CountyTreasurer

Should the Treasurer determine that an inperson auction shall be held, same will commence on the 17th day of February 2026 at the Office of The County Treasurer 1 West Street, Mineola or at some other location to be determined by the Treasurer.

A list of all real estate in Nassau County on which tax liens are to be sold is available at the website of the Nassau County Treasurer at: https://www. nassaucountyny.

gov/527/Annual-TaxLien-Sale

A list of local properties upon which tax liens are to be sold will be advertised in this publication on or before February 05th, 2026. Nassau County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodations such as those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in all services, programs, activities and public hearings and events conducted by the Treasurer’s Office. Upon request, information can be made available in Braille, large print, audio-tape or other alternative formats. For additional information, please call (516) 5712090 ext. 1-3715.

Dated: January 22, 2026

THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York

TERMS OF SALE

Such tax liens shall be sold subject to any and all superior tax liens of sovereignties and other municipalities and to all claims of record which the County may have thereon and subject to the provisions of the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts. However, such tax liens shall have priority over the County’s Differential Interest Lien, representing the excess, if any, of the interest and penalty borne at the maximum rate over the interest and penalty borne at the rate at which the lien is purchased.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the tax lien(s) sold pursuant to these Terms of Sale may be subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or may become subject to such proceedings which may be commenced during the period in which a tax lien is held by a successful bidder or the assignee of same, which may modify a Purchaser’s rights with respect to the lien(s) and the property securing same. Such bankruptcy proceedings shall not affect the validity of the tax lien. In addition to being subject to pending bankruptcy proceedings and/or the Federal and State Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Acts, said purchaser’s right of foreclosure may be affected by the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act (FIRREA),12 U.S.C. ss 1811 et seq., with regard to real property under Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) receivership.

The County Treasurer reserves the right, without further notice and at any time, to withdraw from sale any of the parcels of land or premises herein listed.

The Nassau County Treasurer reserves the right to intervene in any bankruptcy case/ litigation where the property affected by the tax liens sold by the Treasurer is part of the bankruptcy estate. However, it is the sole responsibility of all tax lien purchasers to protect their legal interests in any bankruptcy case affecting their purchased tax lien, including but not limited to the filing of a proof of claim on their behalf, covering their investment in said

tax lien. The Nassau County Treasurer and Nassau County and its agencies, assumes no responsibility for any legal representation of any tax lien purchaser in any legal proceeding including but not limited to a bankruptcy case where the purchased tax lien is at risk. The rate of interest and penalty at which any person purchases the tax lien shall be established by his bid. Each purchaser, immediately after the sale thereof, shall pay to the County Treasurer ten per cent of the amount for which the tax liens have been sold and the remaining ninety per cent within thirty days after such sale. If the purchaser at the tax sale shall fail to pay the remaining ninety per cent within ten days after he has been notified by the County Treasurer that the certificates of sale are ready for delivery, then all amounts deposited with the County Treasurer including but not limited to the ten per cent theretofore paid by him shall, without further notice or demand, be irrevocably forfeited by the purchaser and shall be retained by the County Treasurer as liquidated damages and the agreement to purchase shall be of no further effect. Time is of the essence in this sale. This sale is held pursuant to the Nassau County Administrative Code and interested parties are referred to such Code for additional information as to terms of the sale, rights of purchasers, maximum rates of interest and other legal incidents of the sale.

Furthermore, as to the bidding,

1. The bidder(s) agree that they will not work with any other bidder(s) to increase, maintain or stabilize interest rates or collaborate with any other bidder(s) to gain an unfair competitive advantage in the random number generator in the event of a tie bid(s) on a tax certificate. Bidder(s) further agree not to employ any bidding strategy designed to create an unfair competitive advantage in the tiebreaking process in the upcoming tax sale nor work with any other bidder(s) to engage in any bidding strategy that will result in a rotational award of tax certificates.

2. The tax certificate(s)

the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) bid, will be arrived at independently and without direct or indirect consultation, communication or agreement with any other bidder and that the tax certificate(s) the Bidder will bid upon, and the interest rate(s) to be bid, have not been disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder, and will not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to any other bidder prior to the close of bidding. No attempt has been made or will be made to, directly or indirectly, induce any other bidder to refrain from bidding on any tax certificate, to submit complementary bids, or to submit bids at specific interest rates.

3. The bids to be placed by the Bidder will be made in good faith and not pursuant to any direct or indirect, agreement or discussion with, or inducement from, any other bidder to submit a complementary or other noncompetitive bid.

4. If it is determined that the bidder(s) have violated any of these bid requirements then their bid shall be voided and if they were the successful bidder the lien and any deposits made in connection with said bid shall be forfeited.

Dated: January 22, 2026THE NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER Mineola, New York 157891

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTEUM MORTGAGE ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4, Plaintiff, AGAINST JESUS A. AVELARLEMUS, et al.

Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on December 2, 2025.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 19, 2026 at 2:00 PM premises known as 629 Oxford Street, Westbury, NY 11590.

Please take notice that

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this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Westbury, Town of North Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 0011, Block 00219-00 and Lot 00090-00094.

Approximate amount of judgment $630,018.13 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #607755/2023.

Steven M. Feinberg,

Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 157934

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS

Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 02/11/2026 at 9:30

A.M. to consider the following applications

and appeals:

THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 96/26. EAST MEADOW - Matthew Perrone, Variance, lot area occupied, construct 2-story and 2nd story additions both attached to dwelling (construction and alterations in excess of 50% - new c/o required)., N/s Cypress Ave., 341.80’ W/o Argyle Rd., a/k/a 2521 Cypress Ave. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in East Meadow within Town of

Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny. gov/509/Board-ofAppeals

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Q. Every winter I get terrible colds, and this year I got a postcard from a company that cleans air conditioning ducts. Does this help? I’m concerned about stirring up more dust. What else can I do except buy one of those portable air cleaners?

A. These days, with all the requirements for home energy savings, airtight homes and pressurized air testing, homes are much more likely to have impurities in the air.

Homes used to be built with alkali-laden plaster, which mold couldn’t live on. People wore sweaters, because windows leaked cold air and homes were cooler. It seems that modern materials and methods actually brought on more sickness.

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The paper backing on gypsum wallboard provides an excellent place in a dark wall cavity for mold spores to live. Inert, sprayed-in foam does help, but most people are intimidated by the cost. Carpets gather dust and, when vacuumed, may release more impurities into the air.

Cleaning hard-walled metal air ducts is a good idea after a couple of years of continuous use. If you only use the system in midsummer heat spells, the main reason to clean the ducts is because dust settles there and adheres to the sides of the air ducts. Spores and other mold prosper in the layers of dust, and can remain inactive until moisture is present, which is why, at certain times of the year, condensation from cold meeting warm air allows the mold to develop.

You should be aware that some air conditioning companies make life easier for themselves by putting in flexible, soft, round duct, which comprises an inner lining of foil attached to a wire spiral frame covered with a thin layer of fiberglass insulation and a plastic sheeting cover. The system installation costs less if the installer passes on the savings to you, and is simpler to install. By simpler, I mean that duct tape is used instead of mechanical fastening with bends of metal and screws.

Unfortunately, you can’t clean flex duct, since the devices used to clean duct apply pressure, with vacuum and scraping techniques that will destroy your flex duct and render your system useless. You should consider cleaning the main “trunks,” which are probably made of metal duct. Duct cleaning is the first step to better breathing in the home. Then, after cleaning, have a reliable mechanical contractor install a filter in your central air conditioning unit, so you have “in-line” filtration.

Ask about the different types of filter systems, such as an electronic, static-type unit that catches dust like a magnet, and also how often the filter requires cleaning or replacement. Don’t just look for the lowest-priced unit, since the maintenance or replacement of the filter may be much more than the savings. With the electrostatic filter, you may be able to simply wash the filter and put it back. Once the filter is installed, you won’t require the portable type, and you should breathe easier, which is nothing to sneeze at.

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What did Trump gain by badmouthing Denmark?

President Trump’s myriad pronouncements on Greenland have been confusing and convoluted, and appear to serve no American national interest.

I agree with him that Greenland is vital to our national security, and that increased measures must be taken for missile defense and to prevent incursions by Russia and China into the Arctic region.

Trump’s insistence, however, that the United States must “own” Greenland is wrong and actually counter to our national security interests.

For starters, Greenland is a territory of Denmark, one of our most loyal allies and a founding member of NATO, the linchpin of our defense against Russian aggression for more than 75 years, which caused the defeat and collapse of the Soviet Union. Under our existing treaty agreements with Denmark, the U.S. has the power to take whatever measures we believe necessary to defend Greenland, including constructing military bases, installing missile defense systems and deploying troops on the ground.

If we simply allow Greenland to

remain under Danish “ownership” while we take whatever strategic security measures we deem essential, we would have the full support of NATO, which, with its 32 member nations, is the most powerful and effective military alliance in history, and under Article 5 is required to come to the defense of any member nation when attacked.

HTrump’s threat to invade Greenland and take it by force made no sense. Such a move would fracture NATO — and, ironically, constitute the first attack ever made against a NATO nation, weakening our defenses at a time when we are facing major military challenges in the Caribbean, Pacific and Middle East. It would be the diplomatic and military equivalent of shooting ourselves in the foot — “America First” turned upside down.

except the U.S.

is threat was a dismissive, condescending disparagement of a loyal friend.

From a personal perspective, I visited Denmark in 1987 and 2024, and found the people to be exceptionally pro-American. The dismissive, condescending disparagement of such a loyal friend, for no apparent or meaningful purpose, sends a chilling message not just to allies, but also to other nations thinking of engaging with the U.S. It reflects Trump’s proclivity to demean democratic allies such as Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, whom Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance ganged up on and berated in the Oval Office) while extolling enemy dictators like Russia’s Vladimir Putin (whom Trump greeted literally with a red carpet), China’s Xi Jinping (“my friend”) and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un (“sends me love letters”).

cessfully than at any time in recent memory.

Those successes, with no loss of American lives, make Trump’s actions toward Greenland and Denmark all the more inexplicable. Sometimes it appears that he is seeking almost immediate validation of his diplomatic policies. History shows, however, that world affairs don’t lend themselves to neat, precise timetables or overnight successes.

Most notably, President Harry S. Truman’s Marshall Plan, enacted in 1948 to rebuild Europe, and his support of NATO, which was formed in 1949, did not receive acclaim until more than four decades later, with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Nor did President Richard Nixon’s skillful diplomatic efforts, which rescued Israel from defeat by Egypt and ended the Yom Kippur War in 1973, have their maximum effect until the signing of the Camp David Accords in 1978, which brought about a peace that has lasted almost 50 years.

Almost as damaging to our national interest was Trump’s demeaning language and attitude toward a nation that has stood so loyally with us. Describing Denmark’s military capabilities as limited to “dogsleds” ignores the reality that Danish troops fought side by side with Americans in Iraq and Afghanistan, and suffered more combat deaths in Afghanistan, as a percentage of Denmark’s population, than any country

What is so disappointing about Trump’s actions toward Denmark is how they contrast with his clear foreign policy successes: standing with Israel against Hamas and bringing about a cessation of that war; carrying out immensely effective attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities; brilliantly extricating Nicolas Maduro from his Venezuelan hideout and bringing him to the U.S. for trial; and sealing our borders more suc-

TTo consolidate the legacy of his already considerable foreign policy achievements, Trump must cease his needless antagonism of our closest allies so America can further the quest for world peace. If not, “America First” might well become “America Alone.”

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Health care reform is a failure from top to bottom

here are very few things that scare me. Black cats coming my way are a nuisance. Bumps on an airliner are expected, and I don’t panic. Those crazy e-bike drivers who can kill you in a heartbeat are dangerous, but I’m constantly on the lookout for them. Odd-looking people on the street can be frightening, but I cross fast to avoid them.

So what scares me? It’s the American health care system, which can frighten people to death, no pun intended. A month ago I wasn’t feeling peppy, and was sleepy in the middle of the day. It felt like a hangover, but I’m not a drinker, so that wasn’t it. I decided to go to an emergency room, fearing some malady that I didn’t recognize. It turned out that I had a pulse of 38, which is dangerously low unless you’re, say, a professional triathlete.

I arrived at the ER (of a purposely unnamed hospital) on a Friday, which

means you’re destined to stay in the hospital over the weekend. In fairness, if you’re having a heart attack or a stroke, you’ll get immediate attention, but all other symptoms get lesser treatment. Once I saw some physicians, they gave swift attention to the issue and how to resolve it. I spent a total of four nights at the hospital, and a few weeks later I learned that the bill was $249,892.

Fortunately, I have coverage for the claim, which eventually was reduced to $13,405, which was paid by my insurer. The size of the original statement is typical in hospitals all over the country, which tend to inflate their charges to astronomical numbers in order to get to a fair settlement. For the better part of my life, I have seen dozens of bills that list crazy charges, all in the effort to get to a livable amount.

alive.

Let’s start with the hospitals. In 23 years in Albany, I heard countless stories about the hospital lobby and the steps it takes to protect its turf. Periodically, legislation is introduced that would correct a flaw in the delivery system, but if it doesn’t meet with the approval of the hospital industry, it dies a silent death.

T he clock will continue to tick, and many more patients will face $250,000 bills.

Last year the health care industry spent $653 million on issues involving Congress. Hospitals are a part of that mammoth number, but there’s a heated competition among all types of providers. And the major blame is on Congress and the presidents.

— in 2020. House Speaker Mike Johnson said he had a bipartisan bill ready for action, but in the end he passed a onehouse, partisan bill that is going nowhere. Over in the Senate they had a “great bill” three weeks ago, and it crashed and burned. At this moment, a bipartisan group of senators say they are “making progress” on a bill, but I’ll get many haircuts before their dream comes true.

Two presidents have come and one is gone since Obamacare was passed. No bill has come from a White House occupant or Congress, so what should health care providers do? Year after year goes by, and there are no changes to existing law. Obamacare patients are getting hit with horrifying increases. Congress is in a state of continuous gridlock.

Are the hospitals the major culprit? No, it’s the entire system. There’s a massive game going on all over America, played by health care providers, insurers and Congress, which makes the system the mess that it is. Each one has to use all the gimmicks it knows to stay

Waiting for Congress to come up with a health care bill that satisfies all of the parties is an impossible dream. Part of the reason there’s never any compromise solution is the role of the president. The Obama administration passed a major bill that everyone agrees is in need of tweaking. But who’s going to tweak it?

President Trump promised to come up with a new bill “ within two weeks”

The clock will continue to tick, and there will be many more patients dealing with $250,000 bills. Congress’s failure to find a solution is an indictment of our elected officials from top to bottom.

Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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History’s lessons demand lifelong vigilance

though this month’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day and International Holocaust Remembrance Day have passed, the lessons we can take from both are lifelong.

On Jan. 19, the nation commemorated the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the civil rights movement. MLK Day isn’t just a celebration of one man’s achievements; it is a call to examine the enduring struggle for racial justice, equality and human dignity. King’s life and legacy remind us that progress is neither automatic nor permanent. It must be protected through vigilance, education and moral courage.

Eight days later was Holocaust Remembrance Day — another solemn day of commemoration. Each year on Jan. 27 — the date of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in 1945 — we pause to reflect on one of history’s darkest chapters and reaffirm our responsibility to remember. The day commemorates the 6 million Jewish men, women and children murdered by the Nazi regime during World War II, along with millions of others, including Roma, people with disabilities, political dissidents, members of sexual minorities and others who were targeted and killed.

Remembrance days such as these are often accompanied by moments of

silence, educational programs, survivor testimonies, memorial ceremonies, museum exhibits and classroom discussions across the globe. These observances are intentional acts of learning and reflection, meant to ensure that history is not forgotten, distorted or repeated.

What unites the remembrance of the Holocaust, MLK Day and similar historical observances is their shared warning: injustice thrives in silence, ignorance and apathy.

In our era, which is experiencing rising antisemitism, racism, xenophobia and political polarization, these lessons are more urgent than ever. Misinformation spreads quickly, and historical facts are sometimes questioned or deliberately distorted. Remembrance days serve as anchors of truth. They remind us that these events are not abstract or distant; they happened to real people, within living memory, and their consequences still shape our world today.

Education is the most powerful antidote to hate. Learning about the Holocaust helps people understand where intolerance can lead when fear and conspiracy replace empathy and critical thinking. Studying the civil rights movement reveals how ordinary people, from students to clergy to workers, can challenge unjust systems through collective action, nonviolence and moral clarity.

These stories empower new generations to recognize injustice and believe that change is possible.

Importantly, remembrance is not about assigning guilt to those alive today, but about assigning responsibility. Responsibility to speak out against hate, to protect democratic values, to stand with marginalized communities and to recognize early warning signs of injustice. When we remember, we honor the victims by committing ourselves to a more humane future.

These observances also create space for empathy. Survivor testimonies and historical narratives humanize events that can otherwise feel overwhelming or distant. They remind us that behind every statistic is a person with dreams, family and dignity. This human connection is essential in countering the tendency to reduce others to labels or stereotypes.

Remembering is not passive. It is an active commitment to learning, teaching and acting. By honoring the lessons of the Holocaust, King’s legacy and other pivotal moments in history, we affirm the shared values of dignity, justice and humanity. In doing so, we help ensure that “Never again” and “Justice for all” aren’t empty phrases, but guiding principles for the present and the future.

New Yorkers deserve more retirement investment options

as the cost of living continues to rise across New York — from housing and energy to groceries and health care — many families and small-business owners, especially those from historically underserved communities, are being forced to make painful tradeoffs that leave little room to save for retirement.

To build a more resilient financial future, workers with 401(k) plans should have more opportunities to diversify their nest eggs. That’s why we need to ensure that private-sector employees have access to the same options long enjoyed by publicsector pension holders.

Today, that parity does not exist. While public pension systems have long been able to invest in private-market assets such as private equity, real estate and infrastructure — which can generate outsized long-term growth — the vast majority of 401(k) plans remain confined to traditional public stocks and bonds. This leaves millions of privatesector workers — including a dispropor-

tionate share of African American employees — with fewer tools to grow their retirement savings in an increasingly expensive economy.

There is some good news: the U.S. Department of Labor has taken initial steps to implement rulemaking that would expand access to private-market investments, creating a path toward closing this gap. Critically, the proposal also aims to protect employers from speculative lawsuits for offering employees more options to invest.

pA clear majority of voters favor allowing access to these assets, according to a recent poll by the Council for a Safe & Secure Retirement. Support is broad and bipartisan, with 62 percent of Black voters, 69 percent of Hispanic voters, and majorities of both workingclass and middle-class voters — no matter whom they voted for in the last election — backing the inclusion of private markets and more diverse investment options in 401(k) plans.

in 2025, and generated an impressive 11.9 percent return on investment. Private-sector workers of every stripe should be allowed the same retirement opportunities as public-sector workers.

Beyond New York, private assets have been outperforming public stocks for years. From 2002 to 2022, the average annual returns for private-equity investments were estimated to be 14.75 percent, compared with 9.25 percent for the S&P 500 and 8.84 percent for the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

rivatesector employees don’t have publicsector pension holders’ choices.

For decades, public pension plans have enjoyed access to these investments, while those working for Main Street businesses missed out. In fact, infrastructure made up a total of $9.1 billion of New York City pension plans

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Private investment also helps drive capital to minority-owned businesses. Earlier this year, the New York City Employees’ Retirement System reported a total of $26.5 billion allocated to minority- and women-owned investment managers, representing 14.6 percent of the fund’s U.S.-based actively managed assets. These allocations not only expand opportunities for diverse firms, but also demonstrate that investing with minority, women and emerging managers can deliver competitive returns, with privatemarket portfolios outperforming publicmarket equivalents by roughly 7 percent.

New York’s pension funds illustrate how private markets can generate wealth while promoting inclusion. This

model can and should be emulated with 401(k) plans by enabling them to offer private-market investments for privatesector employees.

Unlocking these investments for private-sector workers can also strengthen local economies, build wealth and create a cycle of opportunity and prosperity. A whopping 85 percent of private-equitybacked businesses are small companies. By investing in private-equity funds that support local entrepreneurs, retirees won’t just enhance their returns; they can nurture economic growth in their own communities.

By moving forward with formal rulemaking to clarify how private-market investments can be included in 401(k) plans, the Labor Department can provide plan fiduciaries with the certainty needed to diversify investment options and help our historically underserved communities grow long-term wealth. Acting decisively would ensure that retirement security and inclusive investing aren’t just goals for public funds, but for private-sector workers as well. All of our communities deserve the same opportunity to invest and build a more secure future.

Phil Andrews is president of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce and founding president of the New York City Minority Small Business Chamber of Commerce.