Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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Heroin Use on Long Island
Hello and thank you for taking the time to come to Gotham Ave. last night.
I do have a question that wasn't appropriate for the children to be exposed to but maybe you can shed some light.
In the summer, John Ciotti had a mini townhall in our neighborhood and mentioned the Heroin problem on LI. He stated that the problem was more prevalent further east from Elmont. However I saw an article recently, and do not remember exactly where (Newsday, News12 or local paper) and it indicated that Elmont was among the towns that had the highest arrest rate for Heroin use. This information is conflicting and concerning and I would like to know the real statistics. I had not previously heard about Elmont having a significant problem with heroin use.
Thankyou,
L.B.
Dear L.B.
If you go to our Community Blog and click on the Nassau County Police Department link, there is a Drug Mapping Index for Heroin Arrests link. This will give you dates, locations and the age of the person involved in the arrest county wide.
Also there is a Forum on this topic, information is below.
Valley Stream Central High School District
Save the Date
Thursday March 18, 2010 7 p.m.
2nd Community Forum for Families on Substance Abuse Prevention
at South High School, 150 Jedwood Place, Valley Stream, New York
Keynote Speaker: Teri Corrigan, Bureau Chief
Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, Street Narcotics and Gangs Bureau
Will talk about: “The Rising Use of Heroin in Nassau County”
Small discussion groups to follow. Topics may include:
Hiding It All A Teen’s Story of Drug Addiction
Underage Drinking- Not a Minor Problem
Prescription for Disaster The dangers of prescription drug use by adolescents
Energy Drinks An Eye Opener
Marijuana Bigger, Stronger, More Dangerous.
NCPD Fifth Precinct Pop Unit
I do have a question that wasn't appropriate for the children to be exposed to but maybe you can shed some light.
In the summer, John Ciotti had a mini townhall in our neighborhood and mentioned the Heroin problem on LI. He stated that the problem was more prevalent further east from Elmont. However I saw an article recently, and do not remember exactly where (Newsday, News12 or local paper) and it indicated that Elmont was among the towns that had the highest arrest rate for Heroin use. This information is conflicting and concerning and I would like to know the real statistics. I had not previously heard about Elmont having a significant problem with heroin use.
Thankyou,
L.B.
Dear L.B.
If you go to our Community Blog and click on the Nassau County Police Department link, there is a Drug Mapping Index for Heroin Arrests link. This will give you dates, locations and the age of the person involved in the arrest county wide.
Also there is a Forum on this topic, information is below.
Valley Stream Central High School District
Save the Date
Thursday March 18, 2010 7 p.m.
2nd Community Forum for Families on Substance Abuse Prevention
at South High School, 150 Jedwood Place, Valley Stream, New York
Keynote Speaker: Teri Corrigan, Bureau Chief
Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, Street Narcotics and Gangs Bureau
Will talk about: “The Rising Use of Heroin in Nassau County”
Small discussion groups to follow. Topics may include:
Hiding It All A Teen’s Story of Drug Addiction
Underage Drinking- Not a Minor Problem
Prescription for Disaster The dangers of prescription drug use by adolescents
Energy Drinks An Eye Opener
Marijuana Bigger, Stronger, More Dangerous.
NCPD Fifth Precinct Pop Unit
Monday, February 8, 2010
Cell Phone Robber Arrested
Fifth Squad detectives report the details of an arrest for a Robbery that occurred on February 4, 2010 at 2:50 P.M. in Floral Park.
According to detectives, the victim was walking home from Sewanhaka High School eastbound on Tulip Ave. just past Covert Ave., texting on his cell phone, when a male ran up from behind him. The defendant, grabbed at the victims cell phone and a struggle ensued. The defendant proceeded to punch the victim knocking him to the ground. The defendant then grabbed the victims cell phone out of his hand and ran towards Argyle Rd. where he hopped over a fence.
A short time later Officers made an arrest charged him with Robbery 2nd Degree. He will be arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead on 2/5/10.
According to detectives, the victim was walking home from Sewanhaka High School eastbound on Tulip Ave. just past Covert Ave., texting on his cell phone, when a male ran up from behind him. The defendant, grabbed at the victims cell phone and a struggle ensued. The defendant proceeded to punch the victim knocking him to the ground. The defendant then grabbed the victims cell phone out of his hand and ran towards Argyle Rd. where he hopped over a fence.
A short time later Officers made an arrest charged him with Robbery 2nd Degree. He will be arraigned at First District Court in Hempstead on 2/5/10.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
LI HEAP
Dear Friends,
I am pleased to announce that the Department of Health and Human Services released over $45 million in LIHEAP funding for New York State. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, provides a vital safety net for our nation’s low-income households. LIHEAP helps low-income families and seniors stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
During these difficult economic times this funding will make it easier for states and municipalities, who have seen increased demand for key services such as LIHEAP, increase. It will also make the choice easier for people who need to decide between medicine and paying their heating bills.
However, many families do not qualify for LIHEAP but still struggle with high home heating oil bills. This is why I have introduced the Home Heating Cost Relief Act, which will help middle class families struggling with the high home heating costs.
The Home Heating Cost Relief Act will provide a $1,000 refundable tax credit for individuals, $2,000 for families, to offset the cost of home heating oil, gas, and propane. This is a temporary, two year tax credit that will give middle class families the relief they need while Congress works to implement a long-term energy policy.
The bill will also create a low interest loan program that will provide up to $5,000, at 1 percent interest, to be used for weatherization. Many homes, particularly older homes, need new windows, new burners, and better insulation in order to be more energy efficient. The loan program will offer many homeowners the opportunity to make necessary home improvements in order to drive down their energy costs.
It's an honor and privilege to serve as your representative in Washington. I encourage you to utilize my office as a resource and stay in contact as it enables me to better represent the beliefs and values of our district. Please visit my website http://carolynmcccarthy.house.gov for more information.
I am pleased to announce that the Department of Health and Human Services released over $45 million in LIHEAP funding for New York State. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, provides a vital safety net for our nation’s low-income households. LIHEAP helps low-income families and seniors stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
During these difficult economic times this funding will make it easier for states and municipalities, who have seen increased demand for key services such as LIHEAP, increase. It will also make the choice easier for people who need to decide between medicine and paying their heating bills.
However, many families do not qualify for LIHEAP but still struggle with high home heating oil bills. This is why I have introduced the Home Heating Cost Relief Act, which will help middle class families struggling with the high home heating costs.
The Home Heating Cost Relief Act will provide a $1,000 refundable tax credit for individuals, $2,000 for families, to offset the cost of home heating oil, gas, and propane. This is a temporary, two year tax credit that will give middle class families the relief they need while Congress works to implement a long-term energy policy.
The bill will also create a low interest loan program that will provide up to $5,000, at 1 percent interest, to be used for weatherization. Many homes, particularly older homes, need new windows, new burners, and better insulation in order to be more energy efficient. The loan program will offer many homeowners the opportunity to make necessary home improvements in order to drive down their energy costs.
It's an honor and privilege to serve as your representative in Washington. I encourage you to utilize my office as a resource and stay in contact as it enables me to better represent the beliefs and values of our district. Please visit my website http://carolynmcccarthy.house.gov for more information.
2010 Census Let's All Be Counted!
In March 2010, more than 130 million addresses across the nation will receive a census questionnaire. One of the shortest census forms in history, the 2010 Census questionnaire asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Completing your census questionnaire is easy, important and safe, and your participation is essential to ensuring a brighter tomorrow for our community.
Required once every 10 years by the U.S. Constitution, the census will count every person living in the United States, both citizens and noncitizens. Census data are used to reapportion the U.S. House of Representatives, re-district each state and determine the distribution of the Electoral College. Census data also directly affect how more than $400 billion per year in federal funding is distributed to state, local and tribal governments. Most importantly, census data is critical in determining locations for new hospitals, improving schools, building new roads, expanding public transportation options and creating new maps for emergency responders.
By participating in the census, you can help create a better future for you and those important to you. Complete and return your form when it arrives. To learn more, visit 2010census.gov.
Required once every 10 years by the U.S. Constitution, the census will count every person living in the United States, both citizens and noncitizens. Census data are used to reapportion the U.S. House of Representatives, re-district each state and determine the distribution of the Electoral College. Census data also directly affect how more than $400 billion per year in federal funding is distributed to state, local and tribal governments. Most importantly, census data is critical in determining locations for new hospitals, improving schools, building new roads, expanding public transportation options and creating new maps for emergency responders.
By participating in the census, you can help create a better future for you and those important to you. Complete and return your form when it arrives. To learn more, visit 2010census.gov.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Mammography Van Coming to Elmont
Deputy Presiding Officer John J. Ciotti Proudly Announces
NUMC Mobile Mammography Van Coming to Elmont
• Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010 • 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM •
Elmont Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont, NY 11003 (In the Library parking lot)
Legislator Ciotti is pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mammography Van will be coming to Elmont to provide breast cancer screenings for women over 40. The screening will include a breast examination by a nurse, a mammography and instructions for breast self-examination.
“The best tools in the fight against cancer are education and early detection.” says Legislator Ciotti. If you are planning to receive an exam, you will need a prescription for the exam from your doctor (if you have insurance) and must provide any past exam films, if available.
Appointments are required and are scheduled on a First Come, First Served Basis
For additional information or to make an appointment,
please call Deputy Presiding Officer Ciotti’s office at 516-571-6203
NUMC Mobile Mammography Van Coming to Elmont
• Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010 • 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM •
Elmont Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont, NY 11003 (In the Library parking lot)
Legislator Ciotti is pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center Mammography Van will be coming to Elmont to provide breast cancer screenings for women over 40. The screening will include a breast examination by a nurse, a mammography and instructions for breast self-examination.
“The best tools in the fight against cancer are education and early detection.” says Legislator Ciotti. If you are planning to receive an exam, you will need a prescription for the exam from your doctor (if you have insurance) and must provide any past exam films, if available.
Appointments are required and are scheduled on a First Come, First Served Basis
For additional information or to make an appointment,
please call Deputy Presiding Officer Ciotti’s office at 516-571-6203
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Funding for Safe and Drug Free School Cut
“For the last year, I have been working with my colleagues in Congress and the Administration to avert drastic school safety cuts the President proposed in his 2010 budget. Sadly, a few weeks ago, it was officially reported that Long Island schools will lose more than $1.5 million next year because of the elimination of the state grants portion of the Safe and Drug-Free School (SDFS) program. I am greatly concerned by these cuts and have formally asked the Administration to provide an explanation for the cuts and what they plan to do to assist our schools provide a safe zone for our children.
In Nassau County over the last few years, there was a 91 percent spike in arrests on heroin-related crime. We have also had a problem with gang violence. While I appreciate that the funding level for national SDFS programs has increased, the cuts to the state grants piece is a big loss to our schools. While the funding, when spread throughout the various school districts, might seem small, it is extremely important to the schools and will cause school administrators to eliminate programs. Particularly in this tough economic climate, schools are already faced with difficult choices.
Schools should be safe places for our children to learn, without the fear of physical or verbal harm. Unfortunately it sometimes can be the opposite. In recent months, the national news has reported a number of suicides that raise bullying and harassment as major school safety issues. Jennie Shapira of North Woodmere was recently named as a Semifinalist of the Intel Science Talent Search 2010. She surveyed high school students about their experiences with bullying and found some striking results. Ms. Shapira concluded that younger students, who had been through anti-bullying programs, were more likely than older students to report harassment to school authorities. These results show that instruction is vital for combating bullying and harassment in schools and promoting academic achievement.
Soon, I will be reintroducing the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (“SAVE”) Act which emphasizes the need for collection of law enforcement data to supplement the survey data the federal government already collects. Having said that, student surveys, like the ones collected by Ms. Shapira, can provide valuable information specifically because they come from students and I would applaud efforts to support such student surveys.
Regardless of political party, we all want our children to have a safe, drug-free school. And I will continue to work to ensure that in the future, students, like Jennie, win awards for research such as creating a new computer program or discovering a new star rather discussing the need for anti-bullying programs. We, as adults, should work together to create safe learning environments for our children.”
Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy
Friday January 22, 2010
In Nassau County over the last few years, there was a 91 percent spike in arrests on heroin-related crime. We have also had a problem with gang violence. While I appreciate that the funding level for national SDFS programs has increased, the cuts to the state grants piece is a big loss to our schools. While the funding, when spread throughout the various school districts, might seem small, it is extremely important to the schools and will cause school administrators to eliminate programs. Particularly in this tough economic climate, schools are already faced with difficult choices.
Schools should be safe places for our children to learn, without the fear of physical or verbal harm. Unfortunately it sometimes can be the opposite. In recent months, the national news has reported a number of suicides that raise bullying and harassment as major school safety issues. Jennie Shapira of North Woodmere was recently named as a Semifinalist of the Intel Science Talent Search 2010. She surveyed high school students about their experiences with bullying and found some striking results. Ms. Shapira concluded that younger students, who had been through anti-bullying programs, were more likely than older students to report harassment to school authorities. These results show that instruction is vital for combating bullying and harassment in schools and promoting academic achievement.
Soon, I will be reintroducing the Safe Schools Against Violence in Education (“SAVE”) Act which emphasizes the need for collection of law enforcement data to supplement the survey data the federal government already collects. Having said that, student surveys, like the ones collected by Ms. Shapira, can provide valuable information specifically because they come from students and I would applaud efforts to support such student surveys.
Regardless of political party, we all want our children to have a safe, drug-free school. And I will continue to work to ensure that in the future, students, like Jennie, win awards for research such as creating a new computer program or discovering a new star rather discussing the need for anti-bullying programs. We, as adults, should work together to create safe learning environments for our children.”
Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy
Friday January 22, 2010
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