Yonkers Tribune

THE HEZITORIAL - INVESTIGATION: Conduct Unbecoming Yonkers Greater Good By HEZI ARIS

The YONY/Rivertowns Creative Meetup is a seemingly positive gathering of corporate representatives and individuals “dedicated to accelerating an emerging creative and tech business corridor along the Hudson River in Westchester County that is transforming our former industrial waterfronts and downtowns into economic generators once again.” It is only when YONY attests: “Our mission is to inspire with the insight of creative leaders, to establish connections with people and resources to help our members flourish, and to promote the clustering of tech and other creative industries in Downtown Yonkers and communities along the Hudson,” that issues arise. Laudable as the mission statement sounds, is it not anathema to the “family values” espoused by Mayor Mike Spano who admitted to having been violated by a pedophile years ago. Were he to know of a pedophile within his midst, would he still permit his ethical standards to erode? A well-known pedophile has been welcomed into YONY’s fold while Yonkers City Hall asserts ignorance despite being advised days ago. Mayor Mike Spano’s Administration were made aware of James F. Surdoval’s involvement with YONY as a consultant to the operations. Why is Mayor Mike Spano willing to align the December 12, 2013 Meetup by presenting it, thereby validating its operation, in tandem with the YONY Initiative, Inc., and Sarah Lawrence College?

International Concerns Capture the Thursday, December 12, 2012, 10 a.m.-12 Noon Westchester on the Level with Narog and Aris Show

The Thursday morning, December 12, 2013, Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris show,  heard from 10 a.m. - 12 Noon will be spent scrutinizing international issues that impact the local region. Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris is a "featured" BlogTalk Radio program. Hezi Aris is your host today. Share your perspective by calling the show at 347-205-9201 or by using Skype: contact eHezi18 during the "live" broadcast, or listen on demand by way of the following hyperlink: http://BlogTalkRadio.com/WestchesterOnTheLevel/

Bee-Line Bus Routes to Stay with Liberty Lines and PTLA Under New Contract

Astorino to submit proposal to Board of Acquisition & Contract on Thursday, December 12, 2013. 

Five-year pact lowers costs and maintains service continuity. 

WHITE PLAINS, NY – December 11, 2013 -- Westchester County’s Bee-Line Bus System will continue to be operated by Liberty Lines of Yonkers and PTLA of Cortlandt under new five-year contracts that will be submitted by County Executive Robert P. Astorino to the Board of Acquisition & Contract for review and approval on Thursday.

YPD Officer Christopher Dellacamera Arraigned by Westchester County District Attorney’s Office on Racketeering Charges By HEZI ARIS

YONKERS, NY – December 11, 2013 -- Late yesterday afternoon, Police Officer Christopher Dellacamera (45-years-old), a 16-year veteran of the Yonkers Police Department, was arraigned in Westchester County Court with respect to an arrest warrant issued by the Broward County Circuit Court in Florida.  The warrant included charges of Racketeering, and Conspiracy to Commit Racketeering, in relation to an investigation commenced by the Broward County Sheriff’s Office allegedly over issues of sports gambling.

Scrutinizing the Yonkers Committee of the Whole and the Last Scheduled City Council Meeting for 2013 on Westchester On the Level - Wednesday, December 11, 2013 @ 10 a.m.

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The Wednesday morning, December 11, 2013 Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris show,  heard from 10 a.m. - 12 Noon will be spent scrutinizing the comments heard with respect to the School 19 development project, the issues which came before the Yonkers City Council in their last scheduled meeting of 2013, and the heierarchy of the Yonkers City Clerk's Office and the approval of personel to 1st and 2nd Deputy Clerk positions. Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris is a "featured" BlogTalk Radio program. Hezi Aris is your host today. Share your perspective by calling the show at 347-205-9201 or by using Skype: contact eHezi18 during the "live" broadcast, or listen on demand by way of the following hyperlink: http://BlogTalkRadio.com/WestchesterOnTheLevel/

Yonkers City Council Approves New Affordable Housing Ordinance, Development Projects at School 19 and H&I, Sale of the Old Yonkers Jail, and the PBA Contract

In Final Regularly Scheduled Meeting of 2013, Outgoing Council President Lesnick (left) and Majority Leader Wilson Terrero (right) Push Through Crucial Legislation to Move Yonkers Forward    

YONKERS, NY: December 10, 2013 – The Yonkers City Council tonight approved a new Affordable Housing Ordinance along with new development projects at School 19 and the H&I parcel of land, along with the sale of the former City Jail that will all help move the City forward.

Mayor Spano Announces Bi-Partisan Council Approval of “New Beginning” Legislative Package

Package of Mayor’s proposals include sale of old City Jail to famed artist, redevelopment of blighted School 19 property, opening of a new waterfront restaurant and bar, end of stalled SFC project and enactment of a new Workforce Housing Ordinance 

Yonkers, NY – December 10, 2013 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, late this evening, announced bipartisan City Council support and approval of the Administration's "New Beginning" legislative package that advances several breakthrough proposals including the sale of the old City Jail to famed art collector Daniel Wolf, redevelopment of the long vacant School 19 property, opening of a new waterfront Tapas restaurant and bar in the Downtown Waterfront area, end of the stalled SFC development plans and enactment of a new Workforce Housing Ordinance.

Bee-Line Buses and Paratransit Update

YONKERS, NY –December 10, 2013 -- Bee-Line buses and Paratransit vehicles are running on or close to schedule.

The Westchester County Airport is open. Passengers should check with their carrier for specific flight information. 

3:40 p.m. update.

For schedule information, log on to www.westchestergov.com/beelinebus.

Statement from Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano on the Final Report and Recommendations of Governor Cuomo's Tax Relief Commission

YONKERS, NY –December 10, 2013 -- Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano said, “I was proud to join Governor Cuomo in helping pass the property tax cap as a member of the Assembly and am proud to have kept Yonkers property taxes within the cap over the last two years as Mayor. I commend the Governor for his continued leadership in relieving the tax burden for New York’s residents and businesses, and helping keep cities like Yonkers attractive and affordable for people to live and work.”

Legislator Bernice Spreckman Hosts Annual Holiday Senior Show at Ukrainian Youth Center

YONKERS, NY -- December 10, 2013 -- Bernice Spreckman, County Legislator of District 14, is hosting her ‘Annual Holiday Senior Show’ on Thursday, December 19 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ukrainian Youth Center (301 Palisade Avenue) located in the North End of Yonkers at the intersection of Palisade Avenue and High Street.

CONSUMER ALERT: Overdue Utility Payment Scam Revealed by Bronxville Police Chief CHRISTOPHER SATRIALE

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VILLAGE OF BRONXVILE, NY – December 10, 2013 -- Over the past few weeks several Bronxville merchants have been victimized by an overdue utility payment scam. Several attempts have been made to victimize residents as well.

Statement By Westchester County District Attorney Janet DiFiore Regarding an Officer Involved Shooting in The City Of New Rochelle on May 26th, 2013

The investigation into the tragic death of Samuel Cruz by a New Rochelle police officer during the afternoon of May 26, 2013, commenced immediately. The shooting occurred at the threshold of Mr. Cruz’s apartment at 18 Hickory Street, New Rochelle, New York.

BREAKING NEWS: Judge Seibel Denies Motion to Dismiss Claims Against City of White Plains and Police Officer Who Killed Retired Marine

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NEW YORK, NY -- December 10, 2013 -- In a lengthy opinion issued today, United States District Judge Cathy Seibel ruled that a federal lawsuit can proceed against the City of White Plains, Police Officer Anthony Carelli and other officers involved in the shooting death of Kenneth Chamberlain, Sr.(pictured in his earlier years). A 68-year old Marine Corps veteran with serious health problems, Chamberlain was shot and killed in his apartment the morning of November 19, 2011, after police responded to the accidental triggering of his medical alert device.

Fire District Election Notice Mayor MARY C. MARVIN

BRONXVILLE, NY -- Tuesday, December 10^th is the Eastchester Board of Fire Commissioners election. The winning candidate will serve for a term of five years. This Board oversees a Fire District budget of $16,759,387.00 for 2014, which is used to employ 75 professional firefighters and operate five firehouses including the Bronxville Fire House. All Village of Bronxville registered voters should vote at Bronxville Village Hall between the hours of 2PM and 9PM.  The polls will be open for voting despite the weather.

Co-hosts Richard Narog and Hezi Aris Take on the News Events of the Day on Westchester On the Level - Tuesday, December 10, 2013 @ 10 a.m.

Co-hosts Richard Narog and Hezi Aris discuss events relevant and pertinent to Yonkersites this Tuesday morning, December 10, 2013, from 10 - 11a.m. The second hour moves on to issues of international concerns.  Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris is a "featured" BlogTalk Radio program. Share your perspective by calling the show at 347-205-9201 or by using Skype: contact eHezi18 during the "live" broadcast, or listen on demand by way of the following hyperlink: http://BlogTalkRadio.com/WestchesterOnTheLevel/

THE HEZITORIAL: ‘Hood in Disarray By HEZI ARIS

The Yonkers City Council’s slated agenda for December 10, 2013, is filled with many concerns. One of the issues is “ITEM 2. Local Law – Authorizing the sale of 70 Jackson St. (P.S. 19)”. This issue places Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano for political currency very quietly supporting the efforts of the unfunded Community Governance & Development Council (CGDC) while hiding behind the Yonkers City Council membership expected to support Alma Realty Corp. Those expected to support Alma Realty Corp. are Yonkers City Council Minority Leader John Larkin (6^th District), and Councilmembers Dennis Shepherd (4^th District) and Michael Breen (5^th District). Even so, there is opposition; how solid the opposition is on the Yonkers City Council is uncertain. And principle must be understood, specifically to the role of the Yonkers City Council with respect to its conduct vis-à-vis economic development projects that come before them.

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Film Critic and Curator Sherif Awad and Bridgestone's Winter Driving School Director Mark Cox on Westchester On the Level - Monday, December 9, 2013 @ 10 a.m.

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Westchester On the Level is host to Film Critic and Curator Sherif Awad this Monday morning, December 9, 2013, from 10 - 11a.m. from Cairo, Egypt. We'll speak to Sherif about returning home to Egypt. Mark Cox, director of Bridgestone’s Winter Driving School and well-known winter driving expert joins us at 11 a.m.  Mark will share tips for safe driving during the winter months – specifically, what to look out for, how to react, how to conduct a pre-driving check, etc. Additionally, if time permits, Mark can debunk some common winter driving myths, including:

Operation Santa Claus Succeeds in Raising Funds to Assist Developmentally Disables Children and Adults

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YONKERS, NY -- December 8, 2013 -- Operation Santa Claus held its annual holiday fundraising brunch this Sunday, December 8^th, at Fairway at Dunwoodie, at the Dunwoodie Golf Course in Yonkers.

Yonkers PBA Email Message by Det. KEITH OLSON

Dear PBA members,

As you all know, we recently ratified a contract proposal from the City of Yonkers with a vote of 373 for and only 24 against. On Tuesday, Dec. 10th the Yonkers City Council will vote on whether to accept the contract or not. I am hopeful for an affirmative vote.

Yonkers City Council Agenda for Tuesday, December 10, 2013

YONKERS, NY -- Read a copy of the City Council Agenda slated for this Tuesday, December 10, 2013. No back-up was included in the notice of this agenda.  To read the agenda, click  onto the hyperlink.It will automatically download onto your computer: Download YCC-12-10-2013 AGENDA NO BACKUP