Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association
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Kew
Gardens Hills Civic Association
For more
than half a century,
the Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association,
founded as the Queens Valley Homeowners Civic Association in
1941, has served all Kew Gardens Hills residents by advocating
on their behalf with government and other public service
providers. At a time of a shrinking public treasury, KGHCA has
made city services a priority. Public safety, sanitation, the
infrastructure, streets and roads, libraries , parks and
playgrounds are the keystones of the Association's efforts as KGHCA strives to ensure the quality of life that makes Kew
Gardens Hills a prime Queens residential neighborhood. KGHCA is
a membership organization and is dependent on dues for support.
Annual dues are $18.00 and may be mailed to KGHCA at Box 670085,
Kew Gardens Hills, New York 11367
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Guest Speakers at Kew Gardens Hills
Association Meeting
Thursday, November 19, 2009
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Marie Adam-Ovide, District
Manager Community Board 8 |
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Stan
Norwalk
144-30 76th Avenue
Kew gardens Hills, New York 11367
718 520-0441, 347-513-6280
October
28, 2009
Queens Borough Presidents Aviation Advisory Council Meeting
Presided over by the Counsel to the Borough President Hugh Weinberg
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First presentation by Diane L. Crean
Deputy Regional Administrator of the FAA on The Next Generation
Technology’s or “NextGen” which is on the FAA Website
www.faa.gov under “Next
Generation Air Transportation Systems” “Gate to Gate”.
“NextGen” is an evolution from a ground-based system of air traffic
control to a satellite-based system of air traffic management. The
purpose is to meet future demand, to avoid gridlock in the sky and at
the nation’s airports. Some of the programs in development are:
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“ADSP” Automated Dependent Surveillance Program. This is
a means where pilots and air traffic controllers can both see
the same thing that just the air traffic controllers are seeing.
“ADSP” is the corner stone of the next generation being tested
in several cities in the U.S. and will be mandatory in New York
City by the year 2020.
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“RNAV”
The implementation of
Area
Navigation
Satellite Technology,
using global positioning systems vs. the current VOR system.
This satellite based technology will give more precision for
airports and air traffic control systems. One example is
allowing landings of airplanes on parallel runways to be closer
together in minutes thus reducing delays as well as enhancing
safety. Reducing separation of aircraft from 5 miles to 3 miles.
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“RNP” Required Navigation Performance This addition of
onboard monitoring and alerting capability enhances the pilot’s
situation awareness and can enable reduced obstacle clearance or
closer route spacing without intervention by air traffic
control. A defining characteristic of RNP operations is the
ability of the aircraft navigation system to monitor the
navigation performance it achieves and inform the crew if the
requirement is not met during an operation.
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“SWIM”
System-Wide Information Management
which is an information technology program. This would allow more
communications via computer and reduce talk time between pilots
and air traffic controllers.
It’s in its developmental stages and should be ready by the year
2015.
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“NNEW” Ability to see weather in the future, hour to hour.
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“NVS” New Voice Switch System enables air traffic
controllers to speak to pilots who are not in their air space.
Some of
the ground based systems are currently being tested at Newark’s Liberty
International Airport in NJ.
“NextGen” will open America’s skies to continued growth and increased
safety while reducing aviation’s environmental impact. These goals will
be realized through the development of aviation-specific applications
for existing, widely-used technologies such as global positioning
satellites (GPS). They will also be realized through the fostering of
technological innovation in areas such as weather forecasting, data
networking, and digital communications. Along with this state-of-the-art
technology will be new airport infrastructure and new procedures,
including the shifting of certain decision-making responsibility from
the ground to the pilot in the cockpit.
When fully implemented, “NextGen” will safely allow more aircraft to fly
more closely together from the current 5 mile separation to a projected
3 mile separation on more direct routes, reducing delays, and providing
unprecedented benefits for the environment and the economy through
reductions in carbon emissions, fuel consumption, and noise.
2.
The FAA along with NASA has educational programs for elementary and
high school students aka “Smart Skies” program. These programs such as
“AVSED” Aviation Space Education System are to recruit students
to study curriculum leading to careers in aviation and space technology.
The goal is to recruit school systems to implement these programs into
their curricula. It is already being done in Newark, N.J. The FAA has
given $900,000 in software to participating schools. Through these
programs the FAA is actively seeking people for the future for careers
in science, engineering, and technology.
3.
Next presentation
was by Bill Huisman, Executive Director of the “Aviation Development
Council”, aka “ADC” re: The Airport Monitor Program. Mr. Huisman is the
liaison between the Port Authority and the communities. Mr. Huisman
demonstrated with his laptop and went to the website
www.adcnynj.org
where you can monitor air traffic from JFK, LGA, Teterboro, and Newark’s
Liberty airports almost live with a 10 minute delay. You can also check
out noise activivity as far back as 90 days.
Their first
mission of “ADC” was to foster a collaborative dialogue between the Port
Authority, the airlines operating in the metropolitan area, and the
neighboring communities in order to lessen the issues related to airport
operations (i.e., aircraft over-flight, aircraft noise, traffic
congestion, etc.)
The organization now directs & administers a number of important
community-based programs designed to maximize the efficiency of airport
operations, minimize the impact of noise and various other operational
issues, promote the local purchase of goods and services by airport
tenants, and to improve the quality of life concerns of the communities
surrounding our region's airports.
The
offices of Aviation Development Council are located in Whitestone, New
York. ADC provides oversight and administration for both the Queens and
New Jersey Air Services Development Offices (located at JFK
International and Newark Liberty International Airports). These two
offices are responsible for matching local business with aviation buyers
at all four of the metropolitan area's Port Authority-managed airports
(LaGuardia, Kennedy, Newark Liberty, and Teterboro).
ADC
additionally promotes the advancement of aviation through its
involvement in various civic, educational, cultural, and industry
organizations or programs.
ADC
is also proactively involved in community outreach through its
'Airports Do Care Outreach'
grant program, where qualified
grass-roots, not-for-profit organizations are awarded special grants to
foster better understanding between the aviation community and our
important airport neighborhoods. These sponsorship awards are targeted
to local charitable organizations that focus programs on youth-wellness,
youth leadership development, and educational opportunities for young
people.
4. The
last presentation was by Dr. Franz C. Verhagen member of the Aviation
Advisory Council on a proposal for an Integrated Intermodal
Transportation System. This “IITS” would “integrate high-speed and
regional train systems, airports and highways into an effective and
efficient long-term nationwide intermodal transportation system”
His organization called
“SAFE”, which stands for sane aviation for everyone, was established in
1994. SAFE is a coalition of 24 civic associations, independent citizens
groups and individuals dedicated to stopping and reversing the
environmental and health impacts of JFK, LaGuardia and Newark Airports
and the fair sharing of these impacts. Dr. Verhagen proposed a
commission to analyze social and ecological impacts of aviation along
with a national debate on the impact on air and surface transportation
Attending
for KGHCA: Stan Norwalk
Prepared by Stan Norwalk
For the Board of Directors of the Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association
November
9, 2009
107th Police Pct Community Council Meeting
October 27, 2009, 8:07 PM
Presided over by President of the Council, Carolann Foley
Location: 107th Police
Pct., Kew Gardens Hills, NY
Pledge of Allegiance and
salute to the flag followed by a moment of silence for the
departed.
Announcement that 107th pct.
had a medical health van at the 107th pct from 10/27/09 thru
10/29/09 for routine checks such as blood pressure, etc.
The Halloween party on
10/24/09 was attended by approx 50 children and their
parents and was a big success thanks to the volunteers who
helped decorate the room, including the Boy Scouts,
Explorers, Bayside high school football team and other
volunteers.
There is a Christmas party
either on 12/6 or 12/16, the exact date to be determined
later.
The toys for tots program:
Carolann Foley requested all to bring new toys to the
precinct for the needy.
Deputy Inspector Cirabisi was
introduced and he began his presentation by honoring 4
police officers of the month for their good work and
bravery. The first two plaques were given to Officers Parker
and Camby.
· On July third Friday
evening at 11:30 PM, a 20 year old female was raped at
185th Street and the Grand Central Parkway. The
perpetrator was apprehended as follows: A previously
apprehended individual for a minor offence of possession
of marijuana gave up the alleged rapist in return for
leniency. The alleged rapist was tracked down and
apprehended in Virginia and charged with robbery and
rape.
· The next two plaques
were given to officers Levine and Viasano. On Oct 3,
2009 who were called to the “Sly Fox Inn” restaurant/bar
at 177-23 Union Tpk around midnight. One of the patrons
was on the floor with a heart attack; the patron was
resuscitated by these officers of the 107th with a
defibrillator.
Deputy Inspector Cirabisi
announced that once again overall crime was down 18.5
percent year to date compared to citywide crime that was
down by 10%. Grand larceny was down 20 %, Burglary down 25
%, Robbery down 15% and Homicides down 50%.
Deputy Inspector Cirabisi
introduced some of the staff attending, including head of
detectives Lt. Klein, community affairs officer Newman,
amongst others.
Now that school is back in
session one of the problems are the school robberies at
schools off Hillside Avenue and Parsons Blvd No schools were
named .There is a police impact team “IRT” which is a mobile
team working in the area. It was noted that Queens South had
the biggest crime reduction for Queens.
Officer Caposi announced that
free home surveys are available for your home to determine
what measures should be taken to make your house safe from
crime. Anyone interested should contact officer Caposi at
the 107th pct. They check out your alarm system, doors, and
windows, etc.
D.I. Cirabisi emphasized that
car break-ins are a major concern and the primary problem is
that people leave things in plain sight on the seats or dash
boards of their cars. As pocket books, laptops, MP3’s GPS
systems etc
Treasurer report by William
Buzzone. Although there were no current expenses in this
period the balance has dropped significantly due to the
Halloween, party, and National nights out party the previous
month. The balance is $1,816.58. Interest was .39 cents.
Donations $90. Ending balance $1,906.97
Minutes by Recording
Secretary JoAnna Dailey-Kilby of last meeting were approved.
An elderly lady suggested
that a program be started to escort the elderly to and from
their local destinations. President Foley said that thee
were many young people who need to do community service and
President Foley suggested they should discuss the
possibility of this program after the meeting.
The raffle money collected
was donated by the winner to the 107th Precinct Council.
About $50 dollars.
There was a reminder to set
your clocks back this weekend.
Carol Ann. Foley asked for
motion to end meeting. Motion was seconded. 8:35pm
Reported and submitted by Stan Norwalk, Nov. 1, 2009
Board
Member of the Kew Gardens Hills Homeowners’ Civic Association
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Young Israel Senior League of Queens Valley
141-55 77 Avenue
SPECIAL GUEST
IGGY TERRANOVA
CITY-WIDE COMMUNITY AFFAIRS LIAISON
NYC DEPARTMENT OF SANITATION
Ignacio "Iggy" Terranova
Digital Photo by Jim Jaffe
The meeting started at 7;30PM featuring a
question and answer by Mr. Terranova. Mr.
Terranova discussed in detail questions about
snow removal, covering of garbage pails, shabbos
snow shoveling. He was patient and answered
every question put to him regarding the "In's and
Out's of the Sanitation department. Pat Dolan,
president of the Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association
then Conducted a raffle in which bicycle helmets
were raffled off along with bicycle maps showing
various bike routes in the city. Mr Terranova was
presented with one of the helmets that was won by a
member of the audience as a gift.
Sunday (Flag Day) June 14,
2009
The Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association
held its' annual Concert combined with celebrating Flag Day on
14th of June. We had Phil the Magician who entertained the
children with his magic and allowed them to participate
along with him in his show. It was a toss up as to who enjoyed
Phil the Magician the most, the parents and grand parents of the
children or the children themselves. I think they all had a good
time with lots of "Qvelling "
by the parents and grand parents.
To really set off the celebration, we had a marvelous group of
musicians called the "City Sounds Quartet" headed up by
Charles Henry who is also a member of the KGHCA board of
directors. We have Jerry Weldon on Tenor Sax who also
plays with the Harry Connick Jr. Big Band, Rudy Petschauer on
Drum who also plays with the Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller Big
Bands, Jerry Sokolov on Trumpet who records with "Blood Sweat
and Tears Band and our Charles Henry on Keyboard and Piano who
is on our board of directors and is the leader of the City
Sounds Quartet.
Harold Baron our Chairman of the Board was the Master of
Ceremonies doing the introductions and Pat Dolan our President
who gave out the flags to the children and Councilman Jim Gennaro addressed the audience.
KGHCA is grateful to Senator Malcolm Smith, Senator Toby
Ann Stavisky, Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn and
Assemblyman Rory I Lancman for their
generous support, which made
the concert possible. Additional funding was provided
by members of the Kew Gardens Hills community."
May 21, 2009: KGHCA HONORS
GRADS; HEARS AVELLA
In a tradition begun just three years ago,
in May the Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association recognized the
community spirit of graduates
of local middle and elementary schools who will begin high school in
September
Also on hand for KGHCAs' annual meeting was Senator Toby Ann
Stavisky and Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn.
In a decades-long tradition, Councilman Tony Avella became the
latest in an unbroken chain of mayoral candidates
to address KGHCA members. Avella reviewed his long record as fighter for
local communities and discussed
his criticisms of the mayor and his plans for the coming campaign. .
From left to right: KGHCA
Chairman Harold Baron; Zev Melman, Yeshiva of Central
Queens; Tzvi Aryeh Erlbaum; Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn,
Dion Ward, PS219; Senator Toby Ann Stavisky; Brandon Shahib,
St. Nicholas; Victoria Marquez, PS 164 and KGHCA president
Patricia Dolan.
Digital Photograph by
Jim Jaffe
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From Left to Right: KGHCA
President Patricia Dolan, Assemblywoman Nettie Mayersohn
Digital Photograph by Jim Jaffe |
Concillman Tony Avella
Digital Photograph by Jim Jaffe |
Important Notice to Residents of
Kew Gardens Hills
From The
KEW
GARDENS HILLS CIVIC ASSOCIATION
KGHCA is
pleased to inform you that the Department of Transportation has converted
the following streets to one way service on Saturday April 25 or May 2.
70 Avenue: west bound from Main to 137 Street
70 Road: east bound from 137 Street to Main
71 Avenue: west bound from Main to 137 Street
71 Road: east bound from 136 Street to Main
One parking space has been eliminated on the corners of 141 Street to
increase visibility.
KGHCA and
local residents asked for these changes to make your streets safer.
KGHCA / PO Box
670085, Kew Gardens Hills, NY 11367
www.kghca.org/
qvhca@nvbb.net
Digital Photographs by Jim
Jaffe |
Digital Photographs by Jim
Jaffe |
Digital Photographs by Jim
Jaffe |
Canoe
Adventure on Willow Lake
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Photo by Edward Fischer |
Photo by Edward Fischer |
Photo by Edward Fischer |
© 2009 Kew Gardens Hills Civic Association
