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MID-ISLAND Y JCC KICKS-OFF ITS CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
On Sunday, November 20, 2011, the Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center at 45 Manetto Hill Road in Plainview announced the kick-off of its Capital Campaign and unveiled its plan to renovate and refurbish theJCC. Staff and board members were on-hand to share their vision for the future with members, supporters and friends; a vision that would not be possible without the support of the entire community.
For more than 50 years, the Mid-Island Y JCC has stood as the center of the Jewish community. Thousands of people, from infants through seniors, participate in Mid Island's various programs and benefit from its services each year, regardless of members' ability to pay. However, the JCC is at a critical juncture in its history. In urgent need to renovate and expand its aging home, the JCC will better serve the community – today, tomorrow and for future generations.
To meet these needs, the JCC has embarked on a capital campaign.A campaign that will:
Expand its FitnessCenter
Create new spin and aerobic rooms
Renovate its locker rooms, lobby, Early Childhood wing and classrooms, as well as auditorium
Resurface its parking lot
Repair its roof
Procure new buses and more
To date, the board has raised an impressive $1.5 million toward the agency’s goal of $5 million which will provide the community with a state-of the-art facility that matches all the wonderful programming brought to the community each day.
Mid Island Y JCC encourages residents to become involved whether it is being a volunteer, attending one of its upcoming parlor meetings or becoming a donor.With the help of the community, it has no doubt that it will be successful in securing the future of the JCC.
The Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center, established in 1956, serves Nassau and western SuffolkCounties. More than 12,000 members and patrons benefit from the human services provided by the Mid-Island Y JCC. The Center is a UJA-Federation agency and also affiliated with the United Way of Long Island and provides more than $225,000 of scholarships to families in need and is a center for personal growth, family strength and community cohesion.
The Center provides a full range of programs from toddler and preschool through senior citizen clubs and activities. It currently offers toddler programs, nursery school, preschool day care, school-age daycare and after-school programs, teen programming, summer day and travel camping, adult education, cultural arts and physical fitness, swimming and recreational athletic programs for all ages, health and fitness programs for people with disabilities and illness, Alzheimer’s respite, bereavement counseling, separation/divorce support center and a full service senior center.
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Mangano Honors NassauCountyEmployee
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DSS Caseworker Joseph Vasquez Honored
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano recently honored Joseph Vazquez, a Caseworker in the Nassau County Department of Social Services. Mr. Vazquez was honored for his efforts in recognizing evidence in the case of a 4-month old child who was severely burned. He then notified the Nassau County Police Department, and the Special Victims Section launched a criminal investigation, which resulted in the arrest of the child’s mother for intentionally injuring her child.
“On behalf of the 1.3 million residents of NassauCounty, I thank Joseph Vazquez for his diligent work in protecting children who are being abused. There is no job with greater purpose, and he is truly an asset to the Department of Social Services.” said County Executive Mangano.
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EmpireState Games Volunteers
Franklin Square Residents Go Above and Beyond for Athletes
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano thanked Sandi and George Silkes of Franklin Square for their generosity in collecting gifts and prizes for athletes participating in the 2011 Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged.
At the conclusion of the Games each year, the Silkes begin collecting prizes until the day of the Opening Ceremonies the following year. Prizes include stuffed animals, games, electronics, and t-shirts and are paid for entirely out of the Silkes’ personal budget.
“We asked the public to get involved to help keep the Empire State Games alive, and the Silkes came through,” said County Executive Mangano. “It is because of the support and generosity of people like them that we were able to have a very successful Games this year and I thank the Silkes for their kindness.”
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Mangano Honors Nassau County Lifeguards for Saving the Life of Resident in Cardiac Arrest
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano recently honored four lifeguards from the Nassau County Aquatic Center after they saved the life of a resident who went into cardiac arrest in the Fitness Center.
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The four lifeguards, Ryan Castles of Plainview, Brian Gilmartin of Wantagh, Neal Rubin of Plainview, and Steven Turkovich of Levittown, used an external defibrillator and started CPR until the East Meadow Fire Department arrived. The man was taken to Nassau University Medical Center and is expected to make a full recovery.
“Steven, Brian, Neal, and Ryan are true heroes,” said County Executive Mangano. “Their quick-thinking saved a man’s life and prevented a tragedy, and I thank them for their extraordinary efforts.”
Mangano and Mulvey Support Drug Free
On Saturday, March 26, 2011 Drug Free Massapequa hosted its 2nd Annual Outdoor Event at Burns Park. In attendance was Janice Talento, Founder and President of Drug Free Long Island d/b/a Drug Free Massapequa, Ed Mangano, Nassau County Executive, Lawrence Mulvey, Nassau County Police Commissioner, POP Police, DFM board members, musicians and Massapequa residents including the DFM Junior League. For information on joining DFM's mission, call 308.4068.
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Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano and Nassau County Legislator Joe Belesi recently attended the Plainview Fire Department installation dinner and were proud to honor outgoing chief James Mertz. Pictured left to right:Joe Belesi, Craig Robinson, James Mertz and Ed Mangano
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Mangano Announces First Baby of 2011 Saved Under Baby Safe Haven Law in Nassau
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Nassau County Police Safe Haven Coordinator Timothy Jaccard (President of the AMT Children of Hope Foundation/Baby Safe Haven Program) announced on January 25, 2011that Nassau’s first baby of the year was relinquished and brought to WinthropUniversityHospital in Mineola, New York.
The baby boy was born at approximately 4:30 a.m. on January 25, 2011 and appears to be very healthy. The mother of the baby contacted the Safe Haven hotline (1-877-796-HOPE) earlier that day and made arrangements to relinquish the baby anonymously.
“The Safe Haven law provides a safe alternative for mothers who are frightened and feel they have nowhere else to turn. The message is simple: if you truly feel that you cannot care for your baby, you have options. Find a Safe Haven location and put your baby into safe and caring arms,” said County Executive Ed Mangano. “NassauCounty is committed to the health and welfare of newborns and we are happy to lend our support to this important program.”
New York law allows a mother who believes she cannot care for her baby to legally leave the newborn at a number of locations, including police precincts, firehouses, hospitals, churches or with any responsible adult willing to accept the baby and call proper authorities. Over the past decade, safe haven laws have been adopted in all 50 states and 2,858 babies have been safely relinquished.
The AMT Children of Hope Foundation was founded in 1998 in response to a number of abandoned, deceased infants discovered in the community. The organization — comprised of members of the Nassau County Police Department, AMTs, local healthcare workers and civilians — provides dignified burials for innocent children lost to unsafe abandonment, and is committed to putting an end to such tragedies.
The AMT Children of Hope Foundation operates a 24/7 emergency hotline (1-877-796-HOPE) to offer assistance to individuals in crisis who are pregnant and have nowhere to turn. In 2009, the hotline received 2,115 calls and in 2010 the hotline received 2,075 calls. The organization also provides support to prepare parents-to-be to raise their child or make an adoption plan if they choose to; counsels them to share their situation with parents and/or other relatives; and educates them on the Safe Haven law.
Veterans' Day 2010
Join the Massapequa High School Military History Club in honoring Veterans' Day 2010 with Commander Jack Hipp at the American Legion, Post 1066, 66 Veteran's Boulevard in Massapequa (516) 795-1504 at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 11, 2010.
ASSEMBLYMAN SALADINO, CONGRESSMAN KING AND MAJORITY LEADER PETER SCHMITT WELCOME NEW RECTOR OF GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Assemblyman Joseph Saladino recently joined Congressman Peter King, Nassau County Majority Leader Peter Schmitt, and Bishop Lawrence C. Provenzano, for the Mass and celebration of the new ministry of Reverend Joshua David Walters as the rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Massapequa. Established in 1844, the church has a rich history in Massapequa and the original building still stands across Merrick Road from Grace Church. Shown from left to right are Assemblyman Saladino, Reverend Joshua David Walters, Bishop Provenzano, Nassau County Majority Leader Peter Schmitt, and Congressman Peter King.
Assemblyman Saladino and Councilwoman Rebecca Alesia Attend Diabetes Awareness Walk
Assemblyman Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Rebecca Alesia recently joined Town of Oyster Bay Officials and Massapequa Lions Club members at Marjorie Post Park in Massapequa for a Diabetes Awareness Walk. The purpose of the walk was to raise awareness and education regarding the condition. Shown from left to right are Town of Oyster Bay Councilman Joe Pinto, former President and Secretary of the Lions Club, Richard Shapland, Assemblyman Saladino, District Five Governor Ed Lieberman, Chairwoman of Purple Heart Pups Roselle Shapland, District Governor of Nassau John Diaz, Grand Marshall Nicholas Palzano, Chairman Mike Jordan, Massapequa Lions President Linda Ruggerio, Matthew Ruggerio, Town of Oyster Bay Councilwoman Rebecca Alesia, and Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto.
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Assemblyman Joseph Saladino (far left) recently joined with (left to right) T.O.B. Councilman Joe Pinto, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, Nassau Legislator Joe Belesi and hundreds of local residents at the Massapequa Railroad Station for the first anniversary of the Tea Party Rally in Massapequa. At the rally, Assemblyman Saladino stressed the need to reform New York State by consolidating and cutting
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spending, creating better transparency, greater accountability of Albany leadership, making the highest priorities of lowering property taxes, attracting businesses to Long Island and promoting job growth. The group was also joined by T.O.B. Supervisor John Venditto, Nassau County Majority Leader Peter Schmitt and New YorkState gubernatorial candidate Rick Lazio.
Mangano Scouts Haiti
Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano is pictured at right with Girl Scout Troop 1108 of East Meadow for their efforts in helping the needy in Haiti. The Girl Scout Troop, pictured outside the County Seat in Mineola, collected needed supplies to send to Haiti as part of their Silver Award Project.
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