tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16288241209106376762024-03-13T11:31:23.025-04:00West Hempstead Community and NCPD 5th Precinct Pop UnitTHE FIFTH PRECINCT POP UNIT HAS BEGUN THIS BLOG SITE FOR THE PURPOSE OF INFORMING OUR COMMUNITY OF CURRENT EVENTS TAKING PLACE AND WITH ACCESS TO LINKS TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY AWARENESS, INVOLVEMENT AND TO IMPROVE OUR QUALITY OF LIFE. THROUGH EVERY CITIZEN'S INPUT, EFFORTS, ACTIONS AND AWARENESS, A SAFER COMMUNITY IS ATTAINABLE.
ALL POSTINGS ARE SCREENED AND ENTERED BY THE FIFTH PRECINCT POP UNIT.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.comBlogger103125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-18897384973134523052012-03-12T13:49:00.000-04:002012-03-12T13:49:26.360-04:00Inj Memory of:<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLi8bC0eNKTAoNMDHExhkhH1px2qOQZ5t5jZ0SkFk5vzV98ia3Esgbh1x-HirsrdGpd_jR_v-sJ_vblUal1hwKfbsNpPIQYxTt_i7nrFzUonLJFP-PRAdcmNMbzqM2t5_OYU3aRWFLyF8/s1600/Breitkopf.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLi8bC0eNKTAoNMDHExhkhH1px2qOQZ5t5jZ0SkFk5vzV98ia3Esgbh1x-HirsrdGpd_jR_v-sJ_vblUal1hwKfbsNpPIQYxTt_i7nrFzUonLJFP-PRAdcmNMbzqM2t5_OYU3aRWFLyF8/s1600/Breitkopf.jpg" yda="true" /></a></div>Police Officer Geoffrey Breitkopf <br />
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Date of Appointment: December 3,1998 <br />
End of Watch: March 12, 2011 <br />
Age 40 <br />
Cause: Gunfire <br />
Officer Breitkopf was on the force for twelve yearsPOP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-2851836531983763662012-01-24T10:36:00.000-05:002012-01-24T10:36:32.161-05:00Senior Citizens Crime Prevention SeminarsHempstead Town Hosts Series of Senior Citizens' Crime Prevention Seminars, Free Brochure AvailableSenior citizens have been the main target of a recent spate of “distraction” burglaries and robberies in local communities. To prepare and educate our golden aged residents about protecting themselves from dangerous criminal activity, Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray and the town’s Department of Public Safety kicked off a series of Senior Citizens’ Crime Prevention Seminars that began on January 6th at the East Meadow Senior Center.<br />
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Murray, along with members of the Hempstead Town Board, announced a schedule of dates and times for Hempstead Town’s Senior Citizens’ Crime Prevention Seminars. All seminars are free of charge, and open to all senior residents living in the Town of Hempstead.<br />
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“I urge all senior citizens to take advantage of this free educational safety seminar,” Murray said. “Simple prevention measures that will be discussed during the seminars can protect our residents and keep them out of harm’s way.”<br />
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“Distraction burglaries” typically involve multiple criminals targeting seniors at their homes. Usually, one person diverts the senior citizen’s attention at the front door with a bogus service or sales pitch, while another breaks into the home and steals money and/or valuable items. These valuable seminars educate seniors about what to watch for, what to avoid and how to protect themselves from these criminals.<br />
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A free senior citizen crime prevention brochure is also available for residents. It can be obtained by calling the Hempstead Town Department of Public Safety at (516) 538-1900. The brochure will also be distributed at the seminars.<br />
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In the case of inclement weather, check with individual senior centers on event dates by calling the phone numbers listed. The seminar schedule is as follows:<br />
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Senior Citizen Crime Prevention Schedule<br />
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Baldwin Senior Center, 1810 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, (516) 546-7110 - Monday, February 6: 11 a.m.<br />
Bellmore Senior Center, 2000 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, (516) 221-9696 - Tuesday, February 28: 11 a.m.<br />
Cedarhurst Senior Center, Village Hall, 200 Cedarhurst Avenue, Cedarhurst, (516) 295-1177 - Monday, February 6: 2 p.m. <br />
Elmont Senior Center, 138 Elmont Road, Elmont, (516) 354-4777 - Monday, February 13: 11 a.m.<br />
Franklin Square Senior Center, 1182 Martha Place, Franklin Square , (516) 328-3010 - Monday, February 13: 1 p.m.<br />
Green Acres Senior Center, 400 Flower Road, Valley Stream, (516) 872-8810 - Tuesday, February 21: 11 a.m. <br />
Hempstead Senior Center, 260 Clinton Street, Hempstead, (516) 489-8500 - Friday, February 10: 1 p.m.<br />
Levittown Senior Center, 555 North Newbridge Road, Levittown, (516) 433-5454 - Tuesday, February 7: 1 p.m.<br />
Merrick Senior Center, 2550 Clubhouse Road, Merrick, (516) 868-4777 - Tuesday, February 14: 1 p.m.<br />
Oceanside Senior Center, 2900 Rockaway Avenue, Oceanside, (516) 766-8888 - Monday, January 23: 11 a.m.<br />
Rosa Parks Senior Center, 2 Babylon Turnpike, Roosevelt, (516) 867-1612 - Friday, February 3, 11 a.m.<br />
Salisbury Senior Center, 460 Salisbury Park Drive, Westbury, (516) 333-5440 - Tuesday, February 7: 11 a.m.<br />
Uniondale-Hempstead Senior Center, 840 Uniondale Avenue, Uniondale, (516) 292-1313 - Friday, February 3: 1 p.m<br />
Uniondale-Merrick Senior Center, 750 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, (516) 538-5050 - Friday, February 10: 11 a.m. <br />
Wantagh Senior Center, 1150 Seamans Neck Road, Wantagh, (516) 785-8505 - Friday, February 17: 11 a.m.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-82385678467652920322012-01-11T14:27:00.000-05:002012-01-11T14:27:05.441-05:00Residential Distraction BurglariesDefinition: <br />
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Distraction burglary is a crime in which elderly persons are often the targets. The perpetrator seeks to draw a resident out of the house on a pretext. While the resident is occupied, an accomplice enters the home and picks up valuables such as money and jewelry. Thieves may also pick up papers with the intent of committing identity theft. In a variation, the accomplice enters the dwelling by a second door while the resident is occupied at the other door.<br />
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The following attachments and link below provide some helpful tips and suggestions to avoid you or a loved one from becoming victims of this crime trend. Feel free to share this information to all who may benefit from it.<br />
<a href="http://newyork.cbslocal.com/tag/distraction-burglary/">http://newyork.cbslocal.com/tag/distraction-burglary/</a><br />
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In an effort to increase awareness and knowledge for concerned senior citizens, Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, Councilman Gary Hudes and the Department of Public Safety hosted a burglary prevention safety seminar at the East Meadow Senior Center on Friday.<br />
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“Being cautious and alert can go a long way in safeguarding your home and your loved ones from criminals,” Murray said. “This seminar will be a valuable educational tool for our seniors so they can enjoy their golden years without fearing for their safety. Be prepared, not scared.”<br />
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The spate of “distraction burglaries” and robbery attempts are a disturbing trend with senior citizens as the main targets. The following are some tips for senior citizens to consider in an effort to avoid becoming victims:<br />
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Install and use a peephole <br />
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Never open the door to strangers and never let them know you’re alone. <br />
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Ask for identification. If someone rings your doorbell claiming to provide a service and/or represent a company, organization or group, ask them to present identification. Get their names. <br />
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Beware of phone scams: Don’t give personal or financial information over the phone. Hang up on nuisance callers and report them. <br />
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Protect yourself from common types of consumer crimes, including medical and insurance fraud, sweepstakes scams, business schemes and unlicensed home repairs. <br />
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If someone breaks into your home, do not confront the burglar. Lock the room you’re in and if you can get to a phone, quietly call law enforcement officials. <br />
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“If you don’t know someone at your door, don’t let them in,” Hudes said. “If you feel threatened or have been victimized by one of these crimes, immediately contact the authorities.”<br />
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“Awareness and education are keys to preventing unwelcome intruders from entering the home,” Murray said. “I encourage senior citizens, and all residents, to follow these important preventative tips. Remember, the best way to fight crime is to prevent it in the first place.”POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-1090419815600381752011-12-29T08:57:00.001-05:002011-12-29T08:58:18.845-05:00Receiver of Taxes to Host Taxpayer ForumsHempstead Town Receiver of Taxes Don Clavin has announced his winter series of taxpayer forums at local libraries. As part of his commitment to making government work effectively for the residents of the township, Clavin will discuss important issues such as assessment challenges, tax exemptions, tax discounts, property tax payment dates and convenient tax payment options. <br />
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“As we approach the annual grievance period during which property owners may apply for a reduction in assessed value of their property, it is important that residents understand the steps they can take if they believe that their home’s assessment is out of line (too high) with comparable properties in their neighborhoods,” said Clavin. “My taxpayer forums give residents an opportunity to ask questions, address any ‘taxpayer’ concerns that they may have and obtain valuable information about tax reduction programs in which the town participates.”<br />
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Tax Forums are scheduled as follows:<br />
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January 12- 2 p.m., Lynbrook Library, 56 Eldert St.<br />
January 17-1 p.m., Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd.<br />
January 19- 1 p.m., Hewlett-Woodmere Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett<br />
January 25- 2 p.m., Oceanside Public Library, 30 Davison Ave.<br />
January 26- 2 p.m., Levittown Library, 1 Bluegrass La.<br />
February 2- 2 p.m., Hempstead Library, 115 Nichols Ct., Hempstead<br />
February 8- 1 p.m., Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke.<br />
February 9- 2 p.m., Baldwin Library, 2385 Grand Ave.<br />
February 21- 2 p.m., Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave.<br />
“These forums are just another way in which Hempstead Town is doing its part to keep taxpayers informed so they do not have to pay one penny more than their fair share of taxes,” remarked Town Supervisor Kate Murray.<br />
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Forums are free, and all are welcome to attend. For further information about taxpayer forums, please call the Office of the Receiver of Taxes at (516) 538-1500.<br />
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“I encourage residents to attend one of the upcoming forums and learn how they might be able to reduce their property tax burdens,” concluded Clavin.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-33485792578751343382011-12-29T07:35:00.000-05:002011-12-29T07:35:52.951-05:00Local Taxi Companies Offer Free Rides to Fight DWINassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Nassau County Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter announced today a STOP-DWI initiative that will put more police officers on the streets during the holiday season, and also announced the Holiday Free Ride Initiative supported by local taxi companies. The County Executive and Acting Police Commissioner were joined by President of All Island Transportation Larry Blessinger; Margaret Rebholz of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD); and Marge Lee, Executive Director of DEDICATEDD.<br />
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The “STOP DWI” program is funded by DWI fines collected in Nassau County and will provide the Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) and police departments throughout the county with additional funding that will be utilized to implement an effective DWI saturation enforcement strategy that has proven very successful in years past. The NCPD’s Highway Patrol Bureau will coordinate and plan this initiative that will target certain areas throughout the county. <br />
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“Nassau County Police will be targeting drunk drivers and looking to prevent the kind of senseless alcohol-related accidents that too often occur during the holidays. My message is clear: if you drink and drive here in Nassau County you will be arrested and prosecuted,” said County Executive Mangano. “I urge everyone to be responsible and to plan accordingly so all can return home safely to their loved ones. Be smart -a taxi is a much better choice than the backseat of a patrol car. Choose your ride, don’t drink and drive.” <br />
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Since December 10th, local taxi companies have been offering free rides to those who need a ride home in an effort to deter drunk driving and prevent holiday celebrations from ending in tragedy or arrest. They will continue to offer free rides through January 1, 2012. This public service will be available throughout Nassau County and Eastern Queens by calling (516) 326-9090, and also includes rides back to the driver’s car the next day.<br />
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The following companies are participating in the Holiday Free Ride Taxi Initiative:<br />
* Ollie’s Taxi & Airport Service<br />
* All Island Transportation<br />
* Taxi Latino<br />
* Luxury Transportation<br />
* Glen Belle Car Service<br />
* Deluxe Transportation<br />
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“I am pleased to support and promote this generous offer of public service by the local taxi companies listed above, said Acting Nassau County Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter. There is no acceptable excuse for DWI with this offer of a free ride. If you do so in Nassau County, you will be arrested.”<br />
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“We want all of our residents and customers to be safe over the holiday season. During this joyous time of year, our goal is to prevent or stop any horrible tragedies. If we can avoid one accident or someone from being injured, it is well worth it. Don’t drink and drive, let your Transportation Companies be your designated driver and keep you safe,” said Marianne Blessinger, President of Ollie’s Taxi and Airport Service.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-31504170772840483142011-12-08T14:05:00.000-05:002011-12-08T14:05:13.781-05:00Project 21 Arrests12/7/2011 370 WOODFIELD RD WEST HEMPSTEAD 508<br />
KEE DELI<br />
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Officers were working in plainclothes participating in Project 21 initiative, illegal<br />
sale of tobacco to minors. Arresting officers were present at the above business when an underage agent working for the police department entered this location and bought one pack of Marlboro Light cigarettes from the defendant. The defendant did not ask for or check the identification of this agent. Defendant placed under arrest and transported to the Fifth Precinct for processing.<br />
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12/7/2011 100 W MERRICK RD VALLEY STREAM 518<br />
SHELL GAS STATION<br />
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Officers were working in plainclothes participating in Project 21 initiative, illegal<br />
sale of tobacco to minors. Arresting officers were present at the above business when an underage agent working for the police department entered this location and bought one pack of Marlboro Light cigarettes from the defendant . The defendant did not ask for or check the identification of this agent. Defendant placed under arrest and transported to the Fifth Precinct for processing.<br />
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12/7/2011 530 FRANKLIN AVE FRANKLIN SQUARE 506<br />
GETTY GAS STATION<br />
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Officers were working in plainclothes participating in Project 21 initiative, illegal<br />
sale of tobacco to minors. Arresting officers were present at the above business when an underage agent working for the police department entered this location and bought one pack of Marlboro Light cigarettes from the defendant. The defendant did not ask for or check the identification of this agent. Defendant placed under arrest and transported to the Fifth Precinct for processing.<br />
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12/7/2011 758 FRANKLIN AVE NORTH VALLEY STREAM 510<br />
VALERO GAS STATION<br />
Officers were working in plainclothes participating in Project 21 initiative, illegal<br />
sale of alcohol to minors. Arresting officers were present at the above business when an underage agent working for the police department entered this location and bought one 24 oz can of Coors Light from the defendant. The defendant did not ask for or check the identification of this agent. Defendant placed under arrest and transported to the Fifth Precinct for processing.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-63629554491204256332011-12-06T10:15:00.000-05:002011-12-06T10:15:24.540-05:00Gun Buy Back Program<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTSjsjoa9ZUkFFq6UK5xJyHrww-k28el60DYxYjIUWSlletSGDhAc4ytPx-uMXL_0juQDC1EoQkiQCG_dIZKrOmgNjCveaYfwsS8jXdoIsD-giKMK-xOJEgwSSZk2Xbo3q6HenIIrxEI/s1600/image002.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" dda="true" height="200px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeTSjsjoa9ZUkFFq6UK5xJyHrww-k28el60DYxYjIUWSlletSGDhAc4ytPx-uMXL_0juQDC1EoQkiQCG_dIZKrOmgNjCveaYfwsS8jXdoIsD-giKMK-xOJEgwSSZk2Xbo3q6HenIIrxEI/s200/image002.gif" width="131px" /></a></div>POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-76663630649275885992011-11-30T14:19:00.001-05:002011-11-30T14:19:43.572-05:00Nassau County Police Holiday Safety TipsCounty Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Nassau County Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter and the Police Department are taking affirmative steps to ensure the safety of the people of Nassau County during the upcoming holiday season. All of our regular marked and plainclothes patrols will be intensifying their coverage of shopping malls and commercial areas. The patrols will be augmented by patrol from our Mounted Unit and Bureau of Special Operations. Concurrently, dedicated patrols have been assigned to the major malls within the county, putting additional police officers at those locations during peak hours. <br />
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In addition to shopping safety, Nassau Police will also be on the outlook for drivers and occupants who are not complying with the Seat Belt Law. This includes children who are not in child safety seats or buckled in their seat. Police Officers will also be vigilant watching for drivers who are drinking and driving on all roads in Nassau. Handicapped parking violations will be strictly enforced. Parking in handicapped spaces are reserved for those with visible permits. <br />
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Before Leaving Home <br />
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Plan your shopping trip carefully. Know where you are going and what routes you will take to get there. <br />
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If possible, arrange for a friend to go shopping with you. There is safety in numbers. <br />
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Let someone know where you are going and what route you will be taking. Additionally, let them know when you expect to return. <br />
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Leave your home secure, engage alarms and give the appearance that your home is occupied by leaving the lights on in the most frequently used rooms. <br />
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Don’t leave valuable items out in the open. Secure them in closets, safes, etc. <br />
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When Parking <br />
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Always park in well-lit areas. <br />
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Note the location of your vehicle in the parking lot to conveniently return after shopping. <br />
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Always lock all your doors. <br />
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Remove all items, such as radar detectors, laptops or packages and hide them in the trunk, glove compartment, out of site. <br />
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Avoid parking near vans or other vehicles with covered cargo areas. <br />
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Avoid carrying large handbags. Carry only what is necessary. <br />
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Look around the parking lot for suspicious persons before you exit your vehicle. <br />
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Don’t get out of your vehicle until you are ready. If you don’t feel safe, stay in the car or drive away. <br />
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While Shopping <br />
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Keep your money and credit cards in your front pocket and try to limit the number of credit cards and cash you’re carrying while shopping. <br />
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To avoid being a victim of “Identity Theft”, be aware of exposing credit cards, debit cards and other identification at the cash register and ATM’s. Thieves will utilize cell phones to capture card information without your knowledge. <br />
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Be cognizant of any other type of “Distraction” type of crimes that typically occur during this time of the year. <br />
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When Returning To Your Car <br />
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Never leave the store with your arms full of packages. Use a courtesy cart. <br />
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Have your car key in hand, ready to unlock your door. <br />
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Check the parking lot for suspicious people and look around before you exit the store. <br />
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Do not return to your vehicle if you see people loitering nearby. <br />
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Carry a whistle or other audible device. If you feel threatened, use it. If you’re inside your vehicle, lock your doors and honk your horn to attract attention. <br />
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Check underneath, in front and in back of your car as you approach it. <br />
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Check the front and rear passenger seats inside your car before you enter it. <br />
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If you are planning on returning to the store, never leave your packages in plain view inside your vehicle. Lock them in the trunk or place them on the floor and cover them with a blanket or jacket. <br />
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ALWAYS BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS<br />
The Nassau County Police Department wishes everyone a safe and Happy Holiday season.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-27991445634449029252011-11-07T13:32:00.002-05:002011-11-07T13:32:54.409-05:00First Nationwide Alert of the Emergency Broadcast SystemOn Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 2:00 p.m.(EST),the federal government will be conducting the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The test will last up to three and a half minutes. During this period, regularly scheduled television, radio, cable, and satellite shows will be interrupted as the system is being tested.<br />
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This system test is the first of its kind designed to broadcast a nationwide message to the American public. In the history of the country, nothing like it has been conducted on such a level. As you may be aware, there have been tests in the past, but not of this magnitude encompassing all regions of the Nation simultaneously. The three (3) minute test will run concurrently on all radio and TV band stations exceeding the previous messages broadcast which were anywhere from a 30 second to 1 minute message.<br />
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The EAS is a national alert and warning system established to enable the President of the United States to address the American public during emergencies. NOAA's National Weather Service, governors and state and local emergency authorities also use parts of the system to issue more localized emergency alerts. A national test will help federal partners and EAS participants determine the reliability of the system, as well as its effectiveness in notifying the public of emergencies and potential dangers both nationally and regionally. The test will also provide the FCC and FEMA a chance to identify improvements that need to be made to build a modernized and fully accessible Emergency Alert System.<br />
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Below are two websites that will provide more information regarding this test:<br />
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- http://www.fema.gov/emergency/ipaws/eas_info.shtm<br />
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- https://nationaldialogue-emergencyalertsystem.ideascale.com/POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-58778832277196028082011-10-07T09:39:00.000-04:002011-10-07T09:39:09.178-04:00It's Fire Prevention Week<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVftl4XFDxuDo2qnRo_rn8SccHR4LHalVZSVWkwcu-XXcmJ38uLzn58johegDB9nUDYfxfQEJxlS3icwvB4ISRLrwbHFvQ1BO3W2RMa3qoD7IEaLYsoSyD0By8vv8ZmOTYziH7BFVfA4I/s1600/FPW2011_CampaignBanner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="162px" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVftl4XFDxuDo2qnRo_rn8SccHR4LHalVZSVWkwcu-XXcmJ38uLzn58johegDB9nUDYfxfQEJxlS3icwvB4ISRLrwbHFvQ1BO3W2RMa3qoD7IEaLYsoSyD0By8vv8ZmOTYziH7BFVfA4I/s320/FPW2011_CampaignBanner.jpg" width="320px" /></a></div><br />
It’s Fire Prevention Week. Protect your Family from Fire!<br />
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Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, 2011<br />
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What’s the best way to protect your family from fire? Be ahead of the game, of course. With more than 360,000 home fires reported in the United States in 2009, according to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), your best defense is a good offense. That’s why most local fire departments team up with NFPA during the October 9-15, 2011, to let the community know: “It’s Fire Prevention Week. Protect your Family from Fire!” This year’s campaign focuses on preventing the leading causes of home fires -- cooking, heating and electrical equipment, as well as candles and smoking materials. Additionally, it urges people to protect their homes and families with life-saving technology and planning.<br />
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“In 2009, 2,565 people died in home fires. Nearly all of these deaths could have been prevented by taking a few simple precautions like having working smoke alarms and a home fire escape plan, keeping things that can burn away from the stove and always turning off space heaters before going to bed,” says (Your Name, Title) of the (Your City/Town) Fire Department. “Fire is a dangerous opponent, but by anticipating the hazards, you are much less likely to be one of the nearly 13,000 people injured in home fires each year.”<br />
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The NFPA offers the following tips for protecting your home and family from fire: <br />
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Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove. <br />
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Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space heater. <br />
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Have a three-foot “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters. <br />
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Replace or repair damaged or loose electrical cords. <br />
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If you smoke, smoke outside. <br />
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Use deep, wide ashtrays on a sturdy table. <br />
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Blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed. Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom and other areas where people may fall asleep. <br />
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While preventing home fires is always the number one priority, it is not always possible, You need to provide the best protection to keep your home and family safe in the event of a fire. This can be achieved by developing an escape plan which you practice regularly and equipping homes with life-saving technologies like smoke alarms and home fire sprinklers.”<br />
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The following tips will help keep your family safe if there is a fire in your home:<br />
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Install smoke alarms inside each bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home (including the basement). <br />
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Interconnect all smoke alarms in the home so when one sounds, they all sound. <br />
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Test smoke alarms at least monthly and replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or sooner if they do not respond when tested. <br />
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Make sure everyone in your home knows how to respond if the smoke alarm sounds. <br />
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Pull together everyone in your household and make a plan. Walk through your home and inspect all possible ways out. Households with children should consider drawing a floor plan of your home, marking two ways out of each room, including windows and doors. <br />
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If you are building or remodeling your home, consider installing home fire sprinklers. <br />
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Check with your local fire department to see if they will be hosting activities during Fire Prevention Week to promote “It’s Fire Prevention Week. Protect your Family from Fire!” Through these educational, family-oriented activities, residents can learn more about the power of prevention and available technologies to protect their own families from fire.<br />
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To learn more about “It’s Fire Prevention Week. Protect your Family from Fire!” visit NFPA’s website at www.firepreventionweek.org.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-43839337939757046732011-10-05T14:07:00.000-04:002011-10-05T14:07:45.266-04:00Free I.D. Cards for SeniorsSupervisor Murray, Town Clerk Announce Free I.D. Cards for Senior Citizens<br />
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Taking a page from the very successful Town of Hempstead Child Identification Program, Supervisor Kate Murray and Town Clerk Mark Bonilla today announced that the town has begun offering free identification cards for senior citizens. The town introduced the program before 75 residents at the Wantagh Senior Center.<br />
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"These ID cards come not only with a person's name, description and photograph, but with detailed information on their allergies, doctor's contact data, family telephone numbers and other vital information, which can be very useful in the event of an emergency," said Murray. "We have seen great results from our Child Identification Program and we are hoping for the same for our seniors."<br />
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While many seniors are certainly enjoying their golden years here in the Town of Hempstead, several of them have physical ailments that can potentially put them at risk in certain situations. In an emergency, a town Senior I.D. card may help medical technicians to quickly determine how to treat a particular person, given their allergies and other related information.<br />
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This card can also be used for everyday activities: Heading to the movies? Doing some shopping? Show your Town of Hempstead Senior I.D. Card and take advantage of great discounts available to seniors.<br />
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So how can you get one?<br />
For seniors who wish to participate in the program, the Town Clerk's office will provide them with easy-to-read information forms. The data is then immediately transferred onto small, wallet-sized identification cards and a larger 8" by 8" document that may be displayed on the senior's refrigerator door. The town is providing this service for free, and no records are kept by the town once an I.D. card has been created.<br />
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One of the great benefits of this program is that seniors no longer have to wait on long, slow-moving lines somewhere to get an identification card. Town Clerk staff will travel to libraries, senior centers and senior clubs to provide this service on location. It takes just a few minutes to create a Senior I.D. Card that will provide years of benefits for seniors.<br />
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"We encourage our seniors in the Town of Hempstead to take advantage of this great program," said Bonilla. "It's fast, it's simple and best of all, it's free!"<br />
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Supervisor Murray would like to thank Town Clerk Mark Bonilla, Department of Senior Enrichment Commissioner Johanna Scarlata, and the staff at the Wantagh Senior Center for their assistance in organizing today's event.<br />
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"What's more convenient than having your personal information, physicians' contacts and emergency numbers all in the palm of your hand?" said Murray. "We in the town are happy to provide this free service for our Seniors."POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-20914787293023448052011-09-26T07:17:00.000-04:002011-09-26T07:17:44.850-04:00Recalled DehumidifiersHome Fires Prompt Dehumidifier Recall Reannouncement from LG Electronics<br />
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More Than One Million Dollars in Property Damage Linked to Goldstar and Comfort-Aire Dehumidifiers<br />
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is urging consumers to check if they have recalled Goldstar or Comfort-Aire dehumidifiers. The firm is re-announcing the recall of about 98,000 of the dangerous dehumidifiers that pose a serious fire and burn hazard, and are believed to be responsible for more than one million dollars in property damage.<br />
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The power connector for the dehumidifier’s compressor can short circuit, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers and their property.<br />
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The dehumidifiers were first recalled in December 2009 following eleven incidents, including four significant fires. Since that time, the company has received sixteen additional incident reports of arcing, smoke and fire associated with the dehumidifiers, including nine significant fires. No injuries have been reported. Fires are reported to have caused more than $1 million in property damage including:<br />
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Because of the severity of the risks, CPSC and LG Electronics are concerned with the lack of consumer response to the recall. Only two percent of the 98,000 consumers who purchased these units have received a free repair, which means that consumers and their property remain at serious risk.<br />
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Anyone who has the recalled dehumidifiers is strongly encouraged to immediately stop using them, unplug them, and contact LG Electronics for the free repair.<br />
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The recall involves the 30 pint portable dehumidifiers sold under the Goldstar and Comfort-Aire brands. The dehumidifiers are white with a red shut-off button, controls for fan speed and humidity control, and a front-loading water bucket. “Goldstar” or “Comfort-Aire” is printed on the front. Model and serial number ranges included in this recall are listed in the table below. The model and serial numbers are located on the interior of the dehumidifier, and can be seen when the water bucket is removed. <br />
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Brand Model No. Serial Number Range Sold at <br />
Goldstar GHD30Y7 611TAxx00001 through 08400<br />
611TAxx08401 through 40600<br />
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612TAxx00001 through 20400<br />
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612TAxx21001 through 30600 Home Depot <br />
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Goldstar DH305Y7 612TAxx00001 through 00600<br />
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701TAxx00001 through 16800<br />
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702TAxx00001 through 03000 Walmart <br />
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Comfort-Aire BHD-301-C 611TA000001 through 001697<br />
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612TA000001 through 004200<br />
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701TA000001 through 000578<br />
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710TA000001 through 000599<br />
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Various retailers, including Ace Hardware, Do It Best and Orgill Inc. <br />
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The recalled dehumidifiers were sold at The Home Depot, Walmart, Ace Hardware, Do It Best, Orgill Inc., and other retailers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $140 and $150. They were manufactured in China.<br />
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For additional information about the recall and for the location of an authorized service center for the repair, contact LG toll free at (877) 220-0479 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT on Saturday, or visit the firm’s website at www.30pintdehumidifierrecall.comPOP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-19826501478359088312011-09-13T06:41:00.002-04:002011-09-13T06:41:57.680-04:00See Something Say SomethingNassau In State Of Heightened Awareness <br />
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Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Tom Krumpter held a news conference today to discuss the state of heightened awareness here in Nassau County. As a direct result of the terror threat, the NCPD has stepped up its uniformed and plain clothes patrols, especially at our train stations and shopping malls.<br />
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“Our police department is a leader in the Secure Cities Program which coordinates all law enforcement in the Metro area,” said County Executive Mangano. “As the 10th Anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attack on our nation approaches, all should know that the Nassau County Police Department has been preparing to secure our County for many weeks.”<br />
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Residents can do their part by participating in the See Something, Say Something Campaign. For example: you know your neighbors, you know the vehicles that belong on your block and in your area, if you see something suspicious, say something! If you notice any individuals who appear suspicious, such as being overdressed for the weather or hiding something under their clothes, say something! If you see unattended packages or notice strange odors, say something! If you see someone suspicious drawing diagrams or maps, using binoculars, night vision devices or taking photographs and videos in unusual places, say something!<br />
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“I cannot stress this enough,” said County Executive Mangano. “Help us, help you. If you see something, say something by calling 911.”POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-41708505417679138842011-09-08T10:08:00.000-04:002011-09-08T10:08:07.049-04:00School Bus SafetyIt’s back to school time and Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter would like to issue some school bus safety tips for students and motorists. <br />
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Some facts about school bus safety are as follows: <br />
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· The most dangerous part of the school bus ride is getting on and off the school bus. <br />
· Pedestrian fatalities (while loading and unloading school buses) account for approximately three times as many school bus-related fatalities, when compared to school bus occupant fatalities. <br />
The loading and unloading area is called the "Danger Zone". <br />
· The "Danger Zone" is the area on all sides of the bus where children are in the most danger of not being seen by the driver (ten feet in front of the bus where the driver may be too high to see a child, ten feet on either side of the bus where a child may be in the driver's blind spot, and the area behind the school bus). <br />
More than half of the pedestrian fatalities in school bus-related crashes are children between 5 and 7 years old in 1999. <br />
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Young children are most likely to be struck because they: <br />
· Hurry to get on and off the bus <br />
· Act before they think and have little experience with traffic <br />
· Assume motorists will see them and will wait for them to cross the street <br />
· Don't always stay within the bus driver's sight <br />
· Studies have shown that many drivers illegally pass stopped school buses that are loading/unloading students. <br />
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Students riding a school bus should always: <br />
· Arrive at the bus stop five minutes early. <br />
· Stand at least 5 giant steps (10 feet) away from the edge of the road. <br />
· Wait until the bus stops, the door opens, and the driver says its okay before stepping onto the bus. <br />
· Be careful that clothing with drawstrings and book bags with straps or dangling objects do not get caught in the handrail or door when exiting the bus. <br />
· Walk in front of the bus; never walk behind the bus. <br />
· Walk on the sidewalk or along the side of the road to a point at least five giant steps (10 feet) ahead. <br />
· Be sure the bus driver can see you, and you can see the bus driver. <br />
· Stop at the edge of the bus and look left-right-left before crossing. <br />
· Tell the bus driver if you drop something beside the bus. Should you try to pick it up, the bus driver may not see you and drive into you. <br />
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During the school bus ride: <br />
· Always sit fully in the seat and face forward <br />
· DO NOT distract the driver <br />
· Never stand on a moving bus <br />
· Obey the driver <br />
· Speak in a low voice <br />
· NEVER stick anything out the window -- arms, legs, head, book bags, etc. <br />
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Motorists Should: <br />
· Be aware it is illegal in every state to pass a school bus stopped to load/unload students.<br />
Know and understand laws governing motorist's driving behavior near a school bus. <br />
Learn the "flashing signal light system" that school bus drivers use to alert motorists if they are going to stop to load/unload students. <br />
Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. <br />
Motorists should slow down and prepare to stop their vehicles. <br />
Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate that the bus has <br />
stopped, and that children are getting on or off. Motorists MUST stop their cars.<br />
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· Begin moving only when the red flashing lights are turned off, the stop arm is withdrawn and the bus begins to move. <br />
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· Watch out for young people who may be thinking about getting to school, but may not be thinking about getting there safely. <br />
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· Slow Down. Watch for children walking in the street, especially if there are no sidewalks in the neighborhood. Watch for children playing and gathering near bus stops. <br />
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· Be Alert. Children arriving late for the bus may dart into the street without looking for traffic.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-15050475136688142592011-08-24T10:15:00.002-04:002011-08-24T10:15:26.461-04:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitjqXj8oPNHzz1k-kykDFRMkzAMnsMyeeymc_PRJ0BiCFfuo1ec_xNvd0WDlEMJJHAKcFfkiF42EQdKdujoB53wkdozC5Qn9Mr5-vXIpIoG-WUSIiGlSEJvhOFqtg3sO7SWWvwZzzzJpc/s1600/9+11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitjqXj8oPNHzz1k-kykDFRMkzAMnsMyeeymc_PRJ0BiCFfuo1ec_xNvd0WDlEMJJHAKcFfkiF42EQdKdujoB53wkdozC5Qn9Mr5-vXIpIoG-WUSIiGlSEJvhOFqtg3sO7SWWvwZzzzJpc/s640/9+11.jpg" width="484px" /></a></div>POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-344782914817380972011-08-24T10:14:00.000-04:002011-08-24T10:14:05.027-04:00Crime Stoppers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBt5bYOWuqxEtYgtvdxVDXp1miCuQFS02V2AMZCx0XgGBOiP18yjqM8o5S98kWpr3ocZbzinuIRral1Zh140Wup4llIT0T7OCaK3cYfpgmTereyJD1zsaqRADHJB-kO4N_M2dNEcHrMII/s1600/crime+stoppers+fs.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640px" qaa="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBt5bYOWuqxEtYgtvdxVDXp1miCuQFS02V2AMZCx0XgGBOiP18yjqM8o5S98kWpr3ocZbzinuIRral1Zh140Wup4llIT0T7OCaK3cYfpgmTereyJD1zsaqRADHJB-kO4N_M2dNEcHrMII/s640/crime+stoppers+fs.bmp" width="494px" /></a></div>POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-38483533821823894112011-08-03T08:14:00.000-04:002011-08-03T08:14:48.749-04:00Crime Stoppers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuTk1bqLTv_C4hsyzTG0TV8-dMrN6XulmNsdyCYiTWh_lb57Vy14BDlBglYaZ2YtUTh_BjbgYKsfBSDMqRPLzeelXqZX0Ut2Mh5vJADzmPzeJMw3gGKzc4MZYBghCb-0mbbvTrEP8V0l4/s1600/178-11_Petit_Larceny_Daly_5th_Sq_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuTk1bqLTv_C4hsyzTG0TV8-dMrN6XulmNsdyCYiTWh_lb57Vy14BDlBglYaZ2YtUTh_BjbgYKsfBSDMqRPLzeelXqZX0Ut2Mh5vJADzmPzeJMw3gGKzc4MZYBghCb-0mbbvTrEP8V0l4/s1600/178-11_Petit_Larceny_Daly_5th_Sq_.jpg" t$="true" /></a></div><br />
Crime Stoppers and the Nassau County Police Department are seeking information in connection with a Petit Larceny that occurred in West Hempstead on Saturday June 11, and June 12, 2011 Stoppers and the Nassau County Police Department are seeking the public’s help in identifying the subject wanted in connection with a Petit Larceny which occurred in West Hempstead, New York within the confines of the Fifth Precinct.<br />
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The above pictured subject was observed on two separate dates inside<br />
Stop & Shop located at 50 Cherry Valley Avenue, West Hempstead, New York.<br />
On Saturday, June 11, 2011 at approximately 10:30 PM, the subject removed cosmetic items (value $357.12) before passing all points of purchase and exiting the store without making payment.<br />
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On Sunday, June 12, 2011 at approximately 6:30 AM, the subject removed chewing gum (value $101.99) before passing all points of purchase and exiting the store without making payment.<br />
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Crime Stoppers is asking anyone who can identify the subject or with any information about this crime to call our toll free hotline: 1-800-244-TIPS (8477). All calls will be kept confidential. Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest.<br />
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Date of Issuance: August 2, 2011<br />
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INFORMATION CSU #178-11 CASE REPORT 211CR0044909<br />
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WANTED CRIME STOPPERS<br />
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Up to $5,000 reward<br />
All Callers will remain anonymous<br />
1-800-244-TIPS<br />
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YOU DON’T HAVE TO REVEAL YOUR IDENTITY TO HELP SOLVE THIS CRIME.<br />
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PETIT LARCENY<br />
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Detectives ask anyone with information regarding this crime to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-17544645440135780012011-06-16T19:54:00.000-04:002011-06-16T19:54:11.844-04:00Fifth Precinct POP Unit Officers ReassignedAs you might have read in this weeks Newsday, all POP Units of the Nassau County Police Department have been severely cut. Officers have been reassigned to other positions in the Department.<br />
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It has been a humbling experience to have worked with the Officers of the 5th Precinct POP Unit. POP stands for Problem Oriented Policing. The 5th Precinct POP Unit consisted of 4 officers and one supervisor who handle quality of life issues and work very closely with the schools and community. The Unit is now down to one officer and one Supervisor. <br />
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I didn’t realize the scope of their jobs until I began working with them to produce this Blog as a tool to increase communication with the schools and community. <br />
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Our POP Unit Officers care for the students they encounter. As parents themselves they bring a genuine concern for the youth of our area. <br />
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Our officers have direct contact with the Superintendent’s and Principal’s of each school, in each School District, often exchanging cell phone numbers to be available on a minutes notice. When any need would arise for a student to be helped, these officers are known to diffuse the situation with a personal response to help the student and advisor for the best possible outcome. <br />
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Our officers attend many community meetings and sometimes became members of our local community organizations themselves such as Sgt. Grimm who is a Board Member of the Gateway Youth Outreach. He helped to start a program to help children everyday afterschool to study, tutor and help with homework. Other officers have joined the Valley Stream Youth Council and Envision Valley Stream a grassroots effort started by young adults living in Valley Stream. Helping to keep us informed of local Police Activity, officers also provided a voice for our concerns reporting it back to the precinct commander for further evaluation. <br />
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They lecture and educate our students and PTA’s. Speak at Civic Meetings, to local business and church groups.<br />
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Our officers present Scouting Awards to the local youth whose hard work and efforts have earned them the Highest Awards in Scouting the Girl Scout Gold Award and Boy Scout Eagle Award. They encourage the scouts to be a vital part of the fabric of our community. <br />
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Our Officers provide Prom Enforcement ensuring all limo drivers have and enforce a no alcohol or drug policy in their vehicles.<br />
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Our Fifth Precinct POP Unit also leads a NCPD Explorers Group. Exploring is an education and experience based program designed to help young people develop into mature, caring and responsible adults. With the guidance of the POP Advisors, area youth are mentored in life skills and are given the opportunity to participate in numerous law enforcement experiences and training sessions. The explorers are routinely involved in competitions that take place at venues throughout the country and that test their skills against other Law Enforcement Explorers. Local competitions are held with such groups as the New York City’s Explorers and US Customs.<br />
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Exploring helps foster positive relationships among the Police Department, its officers and local youth. It builds an avenue for public/ private partnerships that provides a means to support our mission to protect and serve. As individuals, the youth involved give back to their community by completing hundreds of hours of community service each year. They become role models for their peers and friends and serve as catalysts for positive police relations in our communities.<br />
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In this ever-competitive world in which our children find it increasingly difficult to gain acceptance to the college or university of their choice, having the experience of Exploring on their resumes may very well be the unique qualification to help them gain entrance into their college of choice. <br />
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Our Officers work closely with the Social Service Department, visiting the homeless and making sure they are cared for by providing a place to go, food or money sometimes out of their own pocket. <br />
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Our Officers run Project 21 which visits local establishments who sell alcohol and tobacco and make sure they are not selling to any one under 21. Our officers have established relationships with Consumer Affairs Department, Town of Hempstead Building Dept., Valley Stream Code Enforcement, Probation and Parole Dept., to help clean up establishments that are selling cigerettes or alcohol to minors or known drug houses. <br />
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Our officers work with NCPD Crossing Guards to oversee the creation of future crossings and provide back up for Guards who need their support.<br />
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They are a fine group of officers whose passion, courage and dedication has served our community in so many ways for many years. I truly wish them all well. Their service to Nassau County Fifth Precinct is priceless.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-77376980082057723232011-06-03T09:11:00.000-04:002011-06-03T09:11:27.286-04:00Water SafetyNassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter would like to remind county residents that water safety is something that all parents should be aware of. Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury related death among children ages 1 - 14. It can happen very quickly and in less than 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) of water, so filled bathtubs, swimming pools, wading pools, hot tubs, and even buckets of water and sinks can be dangerous.<br />
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To reduce your child's risk of drowning:<br />
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Never leave a small child unattended in the bath. If you must answer the telephone or door, don't rely on an older sibling to watch the child, bring the younger child with you. <br />
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Never leave a small child unattended near a bucket filled with any amount of water or other liquid. <br />
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Never use a bathtub seat with suction cups. The seat can overturn and flip a baby headfirst into the water. <br />
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Install a toilet-lid locking device or keep bathroom doors closed at all times. (Or you may want to install a doorknob cover.) <br />
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Never leave your children alone in or near the pool, even for a moment. An adult who knows CPR should actively supervise children at all times. <br />
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Practice ‘touch supervision’ with children younger than 5 years. This means that the adult is within an arm's length of the child at all times. <br />
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If you are planning a pool party, consider hiring a certified lifeguard to supervise those who will be in the pool.<br />
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Put up a fence to separate your house from the pool. Most young children who drown in pools wander out of the house and fall into the pool. Install a fence at least 4 feet high around the pool. This fence will completely separate the pool from the house and play area of the yard. Use gates that self-close and self-latch, with latches higher than your children's reach. <br />
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Keep rescue equipment (such as a shepherd's hook or life preserver) and a telephone by the pool. <br />
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Do not use air-filled "swimming aids" as a substitute for approved life vests.<br />
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Remove all toys from the pool after use so children aren't tempted to reach for them. <br />
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After the children are done swimming, secure the pool so they can't get back into it. <br />
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A power safety cover that meets the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) may add to the protection of your children but should not be used in place of the fence between your house and the pool. Even fencing around your pool and using a power safety cover will not prevent all drowning.<br />
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Drain Entrapment occurs when part of a child’s body becomes attached to a drain because of the powerful suction of a pool or hot tub filtration system. The powerful suction can trap a child underwater or cause internal injuries. It can also occur when a child’s hair, swimsuit or jewelry becomes entangled in the drain. In 2007, the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act made it illegal to manufacture, distribute or sell drain covers that do not adhere to the standards for anti-entrapment safety set by the Consumer Product and Safety Commission.<br />
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Warn your children about the dangers of drain entrapment, and teach them never to play near a pool drain, with or without a cover.<br />
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Pin up long hair when in the water and remove loose parts of swimsuits and loose jewelry that can get ensnared.<br />
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Equip pools and hot tubs with an anti-entrapment drain cover and an approved safety vacuum release system and regularly check that drain covers are secure and have no cracks. Flat drain covers can be replaced with dome-shaped ones.<br />
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Be aware of public wading pools with missing or broken drain covers. Small children have direct access to the bottom drain in wading pools and sitting on open drains can cause serious internal organ damage.<br />
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Remember, teaching your child how to swim DOES NOT mean your child is safe in water. Most young children who drown in swimming pools were last seen in the home, had only been missing from sight for a matter of minutes, and were in the care of one or both parents at the time. There is no substitute for active adult supervision to prevent drowning.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-23219095646949304092011-05-24T07:37:00.000-04:002011-05-24T07:37:18.624-04:00Helicopter Landing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEzVIBmLcY5Szs0PSzz-rbf9RT6uOMupz20XNjGp9IgrFaMmxkoc-GHhQARBwUAT7o6Pr5X8TUVRiEGIS16ZRfnTnvplwY_jdjnehD4cqa7PbaS5JY1a673GgukQkDt7B4q9OKrcpOArQ/s1600/helicopter+landing.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEzVIBmLcY5Szs0PSzz-rbf9RT6uOMupz20XNjGp9IgrFaMmxkoc-GHhQARBwUAT7o6Pr5X8TUVRiEGIS16ZRfnTnvplwY_jdjnehD4cqa7PbaS5JY1a673GgukQkDt7B4q9OKrcpOArQ/s400/helicopter+landing.jpg" t8="true" width="300px" /></a></div>POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-25403824521867587332011-05-23T13:43:00.003-04:002011-05-23T13:44:27.531-04:00Safety Belt Enforcement<div style="text-align: center;">Nassau County Police Department to Participate in </div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;">“Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket”</div><br />
County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter announce that the Nassau County Police Department will participate in the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee’s grant for occupant restraint enforcement. The “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” will take place from May 23, 2011 through June 5, 2011.<br />
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This initiative will consist of high visibility enforcement, targeting occupant restraint non-compliance. A zero tolerance policy for such violations will apply. The goal of the program is to increase safety belt and child seat usage in an effort to reduce serious injuries and fatalities resulting from motor vehicle accidents.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-82057587756307552952011-05-13T13:30:00.000-04:002011-05-13T13:30:46.405-04:00Courtesy Hotel DemolishionDispensing With Courtesy: Hempstead, Mill Creek Residential Demolish Seedy Hotel And Kick-Off Construction of Beautiful Apartments<br />
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As demolition equipment crashed through the walls of West Hempstead's shuttered Courtesy Hotel, neighbors cheered at the demise of a decrepit community eyesore. After years of casting blight over West Hempstead, Town officials dispensed with courtesy by tearing down the blighted hotel to clear the way for new train commuter-friendly homes. Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray joined with Councilmen James Darcy and Edward Ambrosino, Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Town Clerk Mark Bonilla, Receiver of Taxes Don Clavin, New York State Assemblyman Ed Ra and Maria Rigopoulos, Managing Director with Mill Creek Residential Trust, the developer of what promises to be a beautiful apartment complex along Hempstead Avenue. Also at the demolition event was Rosalie Norton, President of the West Hempstead Community Support Association and a driving force behind a movement to shut down the Courtesy Hotel.<br />
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"Today we bid a courteous goodbye to a community eyesore and hello to the construction of beautiful new apartment homes that will complement a great community," stated Murray. "I want to thank West Hempstead community leader Rosalie Norton, the residents of this lovely hometown and the developer for working with the town to deliver on the promise of a prosperous future at this site."<br />
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Hempstead Town officials paved the way for the 150 "train commuter-friendly" apartments abutting the West Hempstead railroad station in November of 2008 when the Town Board created a groundbreaking transit-oriented development zone. The new building zone provided greater development density for residential construction projects that encourage mass transit usage. In the case of the Mill Creek Residential project, the new apartments will stand immediately adjacent to the West Hempstead train (LIRR) station. Town officials called the new zone the first of its kind on Long Island and applauded Mill Creek for its investment in West Hempstead and its commitment to a new and innovative type of development geared toward railroad commuters.<br />
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"The town thought 'outside the box' in addressing community priorities at the site of the Courtesy Hotel," stated Darcy. "By creating a transit-oriented building zone, Hempstead addressed the interests of young professionals who want easy access to the city and a beautiful home in the suburbs," continued Goosby. "This new project will replace a community eyesore and restore luster to West Hempstead's downtown while championing 'smart growth' principles like encouraging use of mass transit," added Ambrosino.<br />
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Mill Creek Residential Trust will be enhancing the 3-acre site with a four story apartment home development that is rich in amenities and luxury features. The four and a half story project features highly stylized architectural accents, a resort style swimming pool, landscaped courtyards, a clubhouse, a fitness center and internet lounge, theater room, cafe/coffee bar and garage parking. Individual units will feature gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Full size washers and dryers along with walk-in closets and nine foot ceilings will create the type of homes in which residents can "unwind" after a day at work. The project will also be environmentally conscious, meeting U.S. Green Building Council LEED standards.<br />
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"We've worked closely with West Hempstead residents to create a development that compliments the community and embraces the priorities of residents," said Maria Rigopolous, Vice President of Development in the Northeast for Mill Creek Residential Trust. "This project is the result of a public/private collaboration between the town and Mill Creek Residential Trust. Hempstead Town's building zone provided a unique opportunity for the development of commuter-oriented development and West Hempstead neighbors added their voices to a successful process."<br />
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Town officials noted that they had taken several steps over the past few years to rid West Hempstead of the Courtesy Hotel before reaching a successful conclusion to their efforts. Hempstead Town utilized a public nuisance law in 2004 to seek a court order to shutter the hotel based upon criminal activity at the site. Subsequently, Hempstead's town board adopted an Urban Renewal Plan and considered acquiring the Courtesy property through eminent domain. Ultimately, however, the creation of Long Island's first-of-its-kind transit-oriented housing zone proved the key to success for the site.<br />
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"This project is a symbol of the saying 'a bend in the road is not the end of the road unless you don't make the turn," stated Murray. "Thanks to my colleagues on the town board, people like Rosalie Norton and Maria Rigopolous, we have made the turn for neighbors in West Hempstead."<br />
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"When government officials, business and community residents work together, there is no limit to what we can accomplish," concluded the Supervisor.POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-65395283371044372872011-05-11T10:09:00.000-04:002011-05-11T10:09:45.687-04:00Silver Alert<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkAhSOUYNBm26m5w4Tij_A3ta7Ktyy1xSc_0ac-pjnGyy_vdort3QtxTqYcgCTZTAl3AYvG_qQ2w3MBXU2gJeUJCATztDdalZJP0utXiuSLx5HLrel6tJBQDso9cdBvl3KE2HmH4CWGhM/s1600/Andrea.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150px" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkAhSOUYNBm26m5w4Tij_A3ta7Ktyy1xSc_0ac-pjnGyy_vdort3QtxTqYcgCTZTAl3AYvG_qQ2w3MBXU2gJeUJCATztDdalZJP0utXiuSLx5HLrel6tJBQDso9cdBvl3KE2HmH4CWGhM/s200/Andrea.bmp" width="200px" /></a></div>ANDREA DAVIS <br />
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NORTH BELLMORE , N.Y. 11710 <br />
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SMT: SCARS ON BOTH ARMS FROM PRIOR SUICIDE ATTEMPTS <br />
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ANDREA<br />
Age 16<br />
Race WHITE NON-HISPANIC<br />
Sex F<br />
Height 4'11''<br />
Weight 95 LBS<br />
Hair BLONDE<br />
Eyes BLUE<br />
Language ENGLISH <br />
LAST SEEN AT 2528 LINCOLN BLVD BELLMORE ON 5/10/2011 AT 18:00 WEARING BLK HOODIE, BLUE JEANS, AND FLIP FLOPS (SANDALS) TRAVELING UNKNOWN BY ON FOOTPOP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628824120910637676.post-71050360198300300812011-04-14T10:24:00.000-04:002011-04-14T10:24:27.491-04:00NCPD Headquarters Open House Invitation<div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: large;">ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">EDWARD P MANGANO COUNTY EXECUTIVE</div><div style="text-align: center;">THOMAS C KRUMPTER ACTING COMMISSIONER</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong>86 YEARS OF SERVICE</strong></div>POP Unithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03976119943132137235noreply@blogger.com0