weekly 3.11.18

UPCOMING EVENTS: Tues. 3/13 - Meet the Candidates for Sea Cliff Village Board Forum, St. Lukes Church, 7:30 pm; Wed. 3/14 -- Friends of the Library FUNdraiser at Still Partners. 7-9 p.m.Thurs. 3/15 - Sea Cliff Beautification Committee Meeting, St. Lukes, 9am

Thurs. 3/15 - North Shore Board of Education Meeting, NS HS Library, 7:30 pm; Sat. 3/17 - Our Lady of Kazan Easter Bazaar, St. Lukes Parish Hall, 12-4pm.; Sun. 3/18 - Glen Cove St. Patrick's Day Parade, 1 pm

Monday, March 12, 2018

PROPOSED BUDGET INCREASES SPENDING 2.7%; TAX LEVY BELOW CAP; DEBATE OVER CASA FUNDING

Photograph by Shelly Newman

Story by Tim Madden
March 8, 2018 -- On Thursday March 1, the North Shore Schools Board of Education continued its review of its 104,868,519 proposed budget for 2018-19, focusing most of its attention on instructional expenditures including regular education and special education as well as technology. Overall spending for next year is expected to increase $2.75 million or 2.7% over the current year while the proposed tax levy increase is 1.89%.
Should the levy numbers stay the same,with an anticipated 1% shift of the tax burden from class 3 utilities to class 1 residential, the average homeowner can expect to see a $365 increase in her or his taxes. READ MORE

CALLING YOUNG PERFORMERS WITH A GIFT FOR MUSIC

The 2015 Winners

Calling all young people with a gift for music who live or go to school on Nassau County’s North Shore. Do you like to sing or play an instrument? Would you like to perform before a panel of judges for prize money and for the opportunity to perform this summer at a special concert in Glen Cove’s Morgan Memorial Park? READ MORE

BLOGS

THE GREAT BOOK GURU

ANN DIPIETRO

THE HEART IS A SHIFTING SEA

Dear Great Book Guru, Next Tuesday, March 13 at 7:30pm all the candidates for Sea Cliff Village Trustee will meet at St. Luke’s Parish Hall to state their beliefs about Village governance and answer questions from the audience. It should be an exciting, informative evening. While I am waiting for the event to begin, I would love to have something interesting and worthwhile to read. A recommendation?
Hoping to be Informed
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MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR SEA CLIFF VILLAGE TRUSTEE ON 3.13.18

Left to right - Liz Baron, Terryl Donovan, Kevin McGilloway, and Henriette Rohl

The four candidates vying for the two positions that are up this year on the Sea Cliff Village Board of Trustees will introduce themselves and respond to questions from residents at the Sea Cliff Civic Association's annual Meet the Candidates forum on Tuesday March 13 at 7:30 pm at St. Luke's Parish Hall. Kevin McGilloway, running on the Civic Progress line is seeking a third two-year term while his running mate Henriette Rohl is seeking her first. The Sea Cliff Open Government Party candidates are Liz Baron and Terryl Donovan, both of whom are looking to join board members Mayor Ed Lieberman and Dina Epstein as well as Deb McDermott who was the first to earn a spot on the board as an Open Government candidate last year. Trustee Robin Maynard, on the board since 2016, chose not to run for a second term. Also on the ballot is Charles Parisi who, tapped to replace long time Village Justice John Reali on the Civic Progress line, is seeking his first term and is running unopposed. Below are responses of the Village Board candidates to questions posed by NorthwordNews.

THE FOUR CANDIDATES FOR SCVB RESPOND TO QUESTIONS FROM NWN

KEVIN McGILLOWAY
Sea Cliff Civic Progress

1. Why are you running for a third term as Village Board Trustee? I am running for a third term because I feel that Sea Cliff can benefit from my experience and proven track record as an independent, unifying force who gets things done. I see myself as a ‘steadying hand’ and ‘voice of reason’ on the Board of Trustees who can mentor new talents with lesser experience to keep Sea Cliff growing while maintaining its character and charm. READ MORE

HENRIETTE ROHL
Sea Cliff Civic Progress

1. Why did you decide to be a candidate for Village Board Trustee?
I am running for Village Trustee because I love Sea Cliff and have a strong passion to unify our Village. Sea Cliff is vibrant and it is my aspiration is to continue the momentum, while assuring all voices are heard.
2. What skills or experience do you bring to the position?
My 25 year career in finance has taught me to listen, advocate and come to a mutual consensus between the organization and the individual. READ MORE

LIZ BARON
Sea Cliff Open Government

1. Why did you decide to be a candidate for Village Board Trustee?
I love the Village of Sea Cliff. I deeply appreciate its charm, its friendly and neighborly welcome, and the spirit of volunteerism and caring that this community embodies. I love that the Sea Cliff Civic Association welcomes new neighbors, and I love that we have not only a beautifully renovated Children's Library, but also the resources and kind advice of the Adult Library. READ MORE

TERRYL DONOVAN
Sea Cliff Open Government

1. Why did you decide to be a candidate for Village Board Trustee?
I am a 15 year resident of the Village of Sea Cliff, and have always been involved with the community in a quiet, behind-the-scenes way, much like most of our residents. As the Director of Fine & Performing Arts for the North Shore Schools, I came to know the children and families who are so committed to musical and artistic expression. READ MORE

LETTERS

SUPPORT GOVERNOR'S EARLY VOTING PROPOSAL

Received from Emily Reiger, Sea Cliff
February 20, 2018

To the editor,

I am a young Sea Cliff resident and I am writing to you because I am concerned with the lack of voter turn out in New York state. I noticed that governor Cuomo included early voting in his 2018 budget plan, which would be a great first step in fixing this issue. Although New York prides itself in being a progressive state, it is the forty first in the country when it comes to voter turn out, largely because the polls are open for one day. This one-day voting system makes it extremely difficult for working people and students who essentially must choose between work or school, and making it to the polls on time. READ MORE

TERYL DONOVAN - A PROVEN LEADER WORTHY OF YOUR VOTE

Received from Julia Brennan, Sea Cliff
March 8, 2018

To the Editor,

I am pleased to support the candidacy of Terryl Donovan for Sea Cliff Village Trustee. I’ve known Terryl and her family for 15 years, having met her when she applied for the position of Director of Fine and Performing Arts at the North Shore CSD, where I served on the Board of Education. Terryl came to the district with a reputation as a gifted manager and quickly exceeded expectations. READ MORE

TIME FOR NEW FACES, IDEAS AND ENERGY ON THE VILLAGE BOARD

Received from Maximo Büschfrers, Sea Cliff
March 9, 2018

To the Editor:

My wife bought our first house and moved to Sea Cliff twenty years ago. Sea Cliff is a beautiful and secluded Village where life is almost idyllic, a place where all is well until you decide it’s time to do work on your house. I know this well, I’m an Architect. There is a fundamental problem at the building department, the people in charge never held this position before. This is a problem that has been going on for years. These are hard working and dedicated people doing their best to learn on the go, but the ones that pay the price for their inexperience are the residents of this Village. I brought this problem up to the attention of the Mayor and the Trustees in different occasions only to be ignored. READ MORE

VOTE McGILLOWAY, ROHL AND PARISI FOR SEA CLIFF

Received from Phil Como, Sea Cliff
February 23, 2018

To the Editor:

Regarding the upcoming Sea Cliff election, the "Vote For Sea Cliff" theme is offered on behalf of the candidacy of Kevin McGilloway and Henriette Rohl for village trustee; and Charles Parisi for village justice. These excellent candidates offer a depth of experience that will certainly benefit our village. Deputy Mayor McGilloway is running for re-election and is deeply involved in the various facets of everyday life in Sea Cliff. Kevin is widely respected for his achievement and calm demeanor in the conduct of his work. READ MORE

IT'S TIME TO CHANGE

Received from Dan Maddock, Sea Cliff
March 8, 2018

To the Editor:

They’re bright and diverse. They’re male and female, mothers and fathers, young and old. They’re passionate about the Village and indignant about right and wrong.
They’re the people of the new Sea Cliff Open Government Party and with their focus on process and transparency, they have already brought positive change in the way Sea Cliff is governed. They’re going to continue bringing transparency and openness, better planning and modern techniques to our village government. READ MORE

VOTING FOR DONOVAN'S EXPERIENCE

Received from Sara Jones, Sea Cliff
March 11, 2018

To the Editor:

I’m supporting Terryl Donovan for Sea Cliff Trustee because she has the skills the Village needs to plan, budget and manage in a fiscally responsible manner. Her career in government service has prepared her to understand not only the minutia of policies and procedures but also to work with colleagues and other stakeholders in a transparent and open environment that encourages ideas, collaboration, and change to make systems and procedures better. Her resume is impressive and aligned with the values many of us share. READ MORE

LIZ BARON - GOOD NEIGHBOR, HIGHLY SKILLED COMMUNITY ADVOCATE

Received from Carol Poll Basse, Sea Cliff
March 6, 2018

To the Editor:

I strongly urge my fellow “Sea Cliffers” to come out and vote for Elizabeth Baron on Tuesday, March 20 from 12 noon to 9 PM at the DPW Garage at 66 Altamont Avenue. Our Sea Cliff Village trustees make a difference in our daily lives.
Elizabeth Baron will be an outstanding trustee. READ MORE

DONOVAN AND BARON FOR SEA CLIFF

Received from Lisa Cashman, Sea Cliff
March 11, 2018

To the Editor:

Sea Cliff is a unique and very special place. We are fortunate beyond measure to live among so many volunteers whose contributions enhance our quality of life.

As an attendee of many board meetings, I am grateful for the service of all the Trustees. Liz Baron and Terryl Donovan are two exceptionally qualified Trustee candidates who would be especially productive additions to our Board.
On March 20th I will be voting for Liz Baron and Terryl Donovan for Board of Trustees.
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LIZ BARON AND TERRYL DONOVAN - A NEW ERA OF TRANSPARENCY IN SEA CLIFF

Received from Karin Barnaby, Sea Cliff
March 10, 2018

To the Editor:

Sea Cliff residents are fortunate to have a real choice in the upcoming Village election on March 20.
Terryl Donovan is an exceptional, energetic, intelligent individual with proven administrative and fiscal management experience, acquired and honed in successful careers in public service, education and the NYC Department of Sanitation. I got to know Terryl while going door-to-door, canvassing Sea Cliff voters in the November election. You can rely on Terryl 100%. Her heart and mind are dedicated to the Sea Cliff community. . . and she’s a great listener! READ MORE

UPCOMING AND ONGOING EVENTS

OUR LADY OF KAZAN EASTER BAZAAR ON SATURDAY MARCH 17

Come and enjoy the annual Easter bazaar of the Church of Our Lady of Kazan! We’ll have home-made pirogi and delicious borscht, and don’t forget to have one of our wonderful desserts! For those of you in a hurry, we have a take-out option.
But the bazaar is not just about food. Add to (or start) your collection of Russian Easter eggs or lacquer boxes! And be sure to look at our jewelry and gift items. The bazaar is on Saturday, March 17th from noon to 4 p.m. It will be held in the parish hall of St Luke’s Episcopal Church, on the corner of Glenlawn and Glen Avenues, Sea Cliff. (St Luke’s is at 253 Glen Avenue, and the parish hall is around the corner on Glenlawn Avenue.) The bazaar information line is 516 468-1579.

NORTH SHORE AUDUBON SOCIETY PRESENTS SAVING JAMAICA BAY ON 3.27.18

Saving Jamaica Bay tells the story of how one community fought government inaction and overcame Hurricane Sandy to clean up and restore the largest open space in New York City, which had become a dumping ground for garbage, sewage and bullet-riddled mobsters. Narrated by Academy-Award winning actress Susan Sarandon, Saving Jamaica Bay underscores the importance of citizen action and the role of urban nature in protecting our cities from the effects of climate change. READ MORE

THE KIRTAN RABBI IN CONCERT AT CONGREGATION TIFERETH ISRAEL

Rabbi Andrew Hahn, proclaimed the “Maestro of Kirtan” by Rabbi David Ingber of NYC’s Romemu Center, presents a concert onSaturday, March 24 at Congregation Tifereth Israel (CTI) in Glen Cove. The 7:30 p.m. concert by the Kirtan Rabbi is free; the public is invited share this joyous, participatory musical event.
Kirtan, singing based on call and response, is a form of chant developed in India to heighten participation and communal feeling.
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WORKS OF AZITA GANJI ON DISPLAY IN EXHIBIT AT SEA CLIFF LIBRARY

An exhibition of artwork by long time Sea Cliff Resident Azita Ganji, who passed away last year, is now on display at the Sea Cliff Public Library through the end of April. Entitled“Spring Again: A Retrospective," the exhibit features a variety of works that reflect the artist's love of nature and brilliant hues.

LOCAL EXHIBITIONS

NASSAU COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART THIS MARCH