Present: H. Acampora, S. Belle, L. Blascovich, R. Baez, Col. W. Chin, A. Chirico, R. Dominguez, R. Foley, V. Gallagher, L. Goldstein, L. Hazell, B. Heaney, C. Hughes, D. Hunt, A. Jack, R. Kurz, P. LaScala, D. Lock, J. Marano
J. McQuade, J. Misiurski, L. Murrell, M.J. Musano, K. Neddermlyer, B. Pitt
D. Pouchie, M. Pricoli, M. Prohaska, E. Romeo, Rev. A. Rosario, D. Rose,
A. Santiago, I. Santos, R. Sawyer, Dr. R. Smith, P. Sullivan, R. Tanzi,
M. Walsh (38)

Absent: O. Alvarado, P. Devine, A. Giaccon, K. Lynch, P. Macchia, J. Miller
Rev. C. Owens, F. Pascale, M. Prince, J. Russo (10)

Community Liaisons:
Robert Nolan – representing. Bronx Borough President Carrion
Dana Caratenuto – representing Senator Jeffrey Klein
Ben Randazzo – representing Assembly member Michael Benedetto
Charisse Sunra – representing Assembly member Naomi Rivera
Bret Collazzi - representing Council member James Vacca

Board #10 Staff:
Kenneth Kearns – District Manager - Bx. Community Bd. #10
Patrick Caruso – Clerical Associate
Estelle Marra - Clerical Associate
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Chairperson Virginia Gallagher convened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Public Participation Section:

l. Tony Cannata – Waterbury/LaSalle Community Association
Spoke regarding the community’s opposition to the construction of a building at
3030 Middletown Road. The building’s owner has many violations on this site,
and when it is finished, local parking will be impeded. Fliers were distributed and all present were asked to call numbers listed to express their opposition to this project.

2. Sandi Lusk - President – WZIO – Westchester Square Improvement Organization
Spoke abut the needed renovations in Westchester Square Library. The Westchester Branch needs new floor tiles, and other improvements. Board members Rev. Rosario and Leonard Blascovich inquired as to the age of the library building, and the state of the existing tiles. This information will be forthcoming. Ms. Lusk informed the Board and public attendees that her organization will be sponsoring a “FAMILY FUN DAY” in Pelham Bay Park on September 6th, 2008. This event will have entertainment for adults and children, i.e. face painting, pony rides, etc.

3. Yilda Guerrero – Director of Special Events – American Cancer Society
Ms. Guerrero spoke of this organization’s work. The Society is located at
2330 Eastchester Road. She introduced a volunteer named Winnie, who spoke of the “RELAY FOR LIFE” event, a fundraiser held in the Throggs Neck. This event is run by Cancer survivors for remembrance and fighting back. It will
be held on July 19, 2008, but the venue has not been chosen. Information will be distributed the Community Board.

4. Ben Randazzo – representing Assemblyman Michael Benedetto
Informed all present that a Halloween Parade will be held Octobet 25th on Schurz Ave. between Dewey and Harding Avenues.

5. Gina Ragusa - Wilcox Avenue Block Party Association
Requested approval of an application for a block party. She will come to the
Board office for an application.

6. Angela Calderella – Pelham Bay Branch – New York Public Library
Renovations are completed with the exception of the auditorium. The Library is now open to the public. There will be a Summer Reading Program for children.
The new hours are: Monday/Thursday – 10am-8pm Tuesday/Wednesday 10am-6pm Friday/Saturday – 10am-5pm

7. Laura Giacinto – Activity Coordinator – Jeanne Jugan Nursing Facility/Independent Living. This facility has a Day Share Program for Seniors who can share time with residents. Hot Lunch, trips, etc. are offered with the Little Sisters of the Poor. Only 25 people per day can be accommodated, so it is on a first-come basis. Ms. Giacinto invited all to attend an OPEN HOUSE being held on Friday, June 20th, 2008 at 2:30 PM. Her telephone # is 1-718-829-1826.

8. Michelle Sajous – Director of Community Relations – Riverbay Corporation
Introduced Co-op City events:
July 3rd - Fireworks on Greenway – 7:30pm-9:00pm
July 9th - Every Wednesday thereafter – Farmer’s Market – 8am-6pm –Sect. 5
July 9th and 10th – Black Theatre – 7:30pm – Sect. 5
Aug. 5th – National Night Out – Aldrich Place- August 5th
Aug. 14th – Fair
Aug 21st - Jazz mobile
Sept. 20th – 5K Run
Call for information – 1-718-320-3552

9. Ida Rodriguez – resident of St. Paul Avenue
Thanked Board for the reversal of St. Paul Avenue and asked that it be kept as is. Virginia Gallagher advised her that DOT is studying traffic patterns, and they
will let us know what is going to be done.

10. William Fay – Hollywood Block Association
Anthony Raimo – Ampere Avenue Block Assoc.
Both these gentlemen signed up, but never spoke.

Motion to close Public Participation Section made by Rose Tanzi, seconded by Julian Misiurski. – Vote: All in favor – Unanimous (38)

CHAIRPERSON’S REPORT – Virginia Gallagher

Chairperson Gallagher asked all present to have a moment of silence in honor of Sophie Walsh, wife of board member Michael Walsh.

Ms. Gallagher told of the Bronx Trolley tour of the Community Board #10 area taken by some Board members recently. Mr. and Mrs. Walsh were kind enough to bring refreshments on the tour, which made it even more enjoyable.

Chairperson Gallagher asked for a motion to accept minutes of May 15th, 2008 Board #10 meeting. Motion made by Peter Sullivan, seconded by Julian Misiurski. Vote: All in favor – Unanimous (38)

The new Board members were then introduced and welcomed. The new members are Debra Hunt, Raquel Baez, Rafael Dominguez and David Rose.
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Ms. Gallagher introduced Dana Caratenuto, representing Senator Jeffrey Klein, Ben Randazzo, representing Assembly member Michael Benedetto and Charisse Sunra, representing Assembly member Naomi Rivera

Mrs.Gallagher reported on the following issues:

1. Ferry Point Golf Course – (Jack Nicklaus Golf Course) at Ferry Pt. Park West It is 2 miles in circumference running from the Hutchinson River Parkway
to Balcom Avenue. The entire project will not only feature a golf course, but
also a playground for children and a river walk.

2. She informed the Board of the salary increases being given to Board #10 staff , retroactive to April 2008.

3. She commented that Father Richard Gorman, Chair of Bronx Community Board #12, and Giovanna Reid, District Manager of Queens Community Board #3 met with the City Council concerning the proposed budget cuts to the Board.

Mrs. Gallagher introduced Councilman James Vacca who spoke to the Board. He briefly spoke on the following issues:

l. Budget – This problem is being worked on at the present time.

2. Senior Citizen Centers – The New York City Housing Authority wants to close some of their Centers. The Department for the Aging wants re-configure their Centers into Wellness Centers. Council member. Vacca is investigating these issues.

3. Water rate increases that went through are a total disaster.

4. Overdevelopment is a problem that we are trying to curtail.

5. The Council is reviewing Real Estate Tax increases and the Council
member had indicated that he would not support the move.

BOROUGH PRESIDENT’S REPORT – Robert Nolan

Mr. Nolan spoke of the following issues:

l. Bronx Week – now through Sunday, June 22.nd

2. Bronx Ball – being held Saturday night, June21st at Orchard Beach

3. Bronx Week Parade – Sunday

4. Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion hosted the Annual Armed Forces
Appreciation Day for families and NYC veterans of Bronx service members
killed in Iraq.

5. Budget Cuts - on Wednesday or Thursday of this week a decision will be made on this issue. Community Boards oppose these cuts, as they will severely impact on their ability to function competently.

6. Mr. Nolan congratulated the new Community Board #10 members recently
appointed. He advised these members that there will be orientation for them
at Lehman College on June 30th, 2008 at 6:30 PM.

7. He spoke of the need for physical education to be implemented in many schools but the gyms must be renovated. Rose Foley mentioned that there are gym facilities in the schools, but physical education is not in the curriculum. At this point, board member Al Santiago alerted the Board to the fact that the pool in Truman High School is not usable, and must be repaired. The Bronx floating pool has now been put on Barretto Street. All of these issues will be given to the School Construction Authority. Mrs. Gallagher advised Mr. Santiago that the Borough Board will be holding a meeting regarding the school pools. There is also a need for Physical Education teachers

8. Mr. Nolan then responded to Tony Cannata’s opposition to the new construction being done at 3030 Middletown Road. He advised Mr. Cannata that this site is being closely monitored and that anything being done is within the Buildings Code. The Buildings Commissioner has been alerted to this issue and is having it watched very closely.

DISTRICT MANAGER’S REPORT – Kenneth Kearns

1. Mr. Kearns addressed the issue of the construction of 3030 Middletown Road. The Waterbury/LaSalle Community Association has found out that this developer has applied for tax incentives. The Community Board has written a letter to the Department of Finance asking the agency to put a hold on the extension of these Benefits, until the Building’s Department removes the hold on the property’s permits. The developer owes the $92,000 to the City of New York, and the Department of Housing, Preservation and Development. There are 16,000 code violations listed against this developer. Councilman James Vacca made this same suggestion to both agencies.

2. Mr. Kearns further commented on the proposal for a six story building with 56
apartments to house the mentally challenged population. Our Bard would like this project to be built in a town house setting. Senator Klein and our
office will have a meeting on this issue and get back to Board members.

3. The issue of a planned group home at 2992 Lawton Avenue arose, and the Board was advised that there will be a Public Hearing on this item on July 1st , 2008.

MUNICIPAL COMMITTEE – Leonard Murrell

Minutes were self-explanatory. Mr. Murrell spoke of the SBS Bus Service (Select Bus Service) which will begin on June 29th, 2008

He then read the following resolution:
“Resolved...to approve the following applicants for block parties, to conduct street activities on dates specified. These individual(s) and organizations(s) have presented their proposals before the full Board:
Anthony Raimo – Ampere Avenue Block Association, August 31st, rain Date Sept. lst,
Ben Randazzo – Throgs Neck Halloween Parade Committee, Oct. 25th.
Michelle Sajous – Riverbay Corporation National Night Out Against Crime, Aug. 5th
Riverbay Corporation 5K Run, Sept. 20th.
Carlene McCarthy – Throgs Neck 911 Committee
9/11 Victims Memorial Service, Sept. 11th
Gina Ragusa – Wilcox Avenue Block Association, to be announced”.
Vote: All in favor – Unanimous (38)

PLANNING & BUDGET COMMITTEE – Julian Misiurski

A report reflecting the Community Board’s budget was distributed. Mr. Misiurski
reported on the prospect of buying a Power Point Screen, whereby our Board could take pictures of the various complaints given to us, and then the agencies could see them on the screen at our District Service Cabinet meeting. The budget report was self-explanatory.

YOUTH SERVICES PLANNING COMMITTEE – Bahaati Pitt

Minutes were self-explanatory. She asked that the Board have a basketball hoop which is in the street on Quincy Avenue between Dewey and Sampson Avenues be removed. This is dangerous and cars cannot go around it. She then announced that she is stepping down, and the new Committee Chairperson is Lisa Hazell.

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE – Ken Kearns (for Sylvia Lask)

There was no meeting this month.

OLD BUSINESS – None

NEW BUSINESS – Leonard Murrell

Mr. Murrell read the new Executive Committee just appointed for the period of
June lst, 2008 through June 30th, 2008.

Chairperson – Diane Lock 1st Vice-Chair - Rev. Angelo Rosario or
Julian Misiurski (vote to be taken)
2nd Vice-Chair – Ann Jack Vote taken: J. Misiurski – l7 – in favor
Treasurer - Joseph Russo Rev. Rosario - 12 – in favor
Secretary – Rose Foley 9 - abstentions
This was a closed ballot.

Chairperson Gallagher thanked all for their support and asked that they continue to support the new Executive Board. At this point Col. Chin stressed the importance of attending Committee meetings, but more importantly, monthly Board meetings. The need for a quorum at these meeting is of the utmost importance. The new Executive Board was congratulated, and all were wished a pleasant summer.Motion to adjourn made by Leonard Blascovich, seconded by Diane Lock. Vote: All in favor – Unanimous (38)

Submitted by Estelle Marra
Clerical Associate