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Public hearings on redistricting begin September 20 The Nassau County Temporary Districting Advisory Commission met on September 5, and announced the first round of public hearings regarding the mapping of the county's legislative dis- tricts. Nassau County is required to draw new legislative maps that adjust for changes in the population and assure accurate representation of the electorate. This process takes place every 10 years. The new districts will go into effect for the November 2013 elections. The hearings are as follows - Thursday, September 20, Long Beach City Hall at 6 p.m.; Monday, September 24, Elmont Public .Library at 7 p.m.; Thursday, September 27, Glen Cove Landing School at 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, October 3, the Nassau County Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola at 6 p.m. The hearings will review the commis- sion's work to date, including the reso- lutions for suggested standards for redistricting presented by the Democrats and Republicans. The commission met in May and June and then last week. No resolution has been passed to date. \As we have said before, we want this process to be an open and transparent process as you, Mr. Maroney, said at the first meeting,\ said Nancy Rosenthal, co-chair of the League of Women Voters redistricting committee. \At the last meeting [June 28] both sides could not agree on a resolution, therefore we are presenting to you what we consider our consensus resolution, which we hope you will adopt,\ she added. The League's resolution supports \all plans [that] adhere to the principle of 'one person, one vote' and the Constitution of the United States of America; (b) all plans be in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act and all other applicable laws governing the redistricting process; (c) that any pro- posed plan for districts ensures that they are contiguous, reasonably compact and fairly representative of identifiable com- munities of interest; (d) that all plans be judged on their own merit, without regard to any other governmental matter or policy issue before the county Legislature; (e) that all meetings and hearings be conducted in a public, trans- parent and open manner according to the Open Meetings Law and Public Officers Law; (f) that public hearings shall be held at least once in each of the three towns and two cities within Nassau County, at varying times and locations to ensure the greatest amount of public par- ticipation and (g) the commission web- site shall post notices of all meetings at least seven days in advance, post min- utes from all meetings, post all proposed redistricting maps and supporting data and provide opportunities for the public' to comment on the proposed maps.\ - Laura Schofer What is black and white, read all over and serves as a great educator? The newspaper, of course The newspaper is a living textbook and can help your child succeed in school and learn about their community. Reading a newspaper will improve your child's reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Subscribe to your local newspaper for your child's sake. Two FOR ONE GIFT ORDER FORM PLEASE SEND A GIFT SUBSCRIPTION TO: Name Address. Town _Slate_ -Zip- My Name. Address ' Town .State. -2p_ Phone# Phone*. PAYMENT ENCLOSED • $17.00 for 1 year Q Charge My Q VISA Q MASTERCARD Card #_ . Exp. Date. Mail to. Freeport-Baldwin Leader 1840 Merrick Ave., Merrick, NY 11566 'Nassau County Resident Only - Offer Exp. 12/31/08 Milburn Park cleanup coming October 20 00 Assemblyman Brian Curran (Lynbrook-14th A.D.) has announced a community initiative to restore Baldwin's Milburn Park, led by the efforts of Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano, the Baldwin Civic Association and local residents. The Park Cleanup Day is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 20. \I am partnering with a dedicated organization and devoted individuals who have worked tirelessly on behalf of the Baldwin community. State Senate Majority Leader Skelos, County Executive Edward Mangano, the Baldwin Civic Association and I will be sponsoring a Park Cleanup Day on October 20 at Milburn Park to recognize the commitment these individuals, and others, have made to keep their commu- nity clean and pristine for neighbors and visitors alike,\ said Mr. Curran. Milburn Park's restoration will include: • Graffiti removal; • Weed whacking; • Grass re-seeding; • Painting trash cans and bridge rail- ings; and • Path, bridge and sign maintenance performed by the County Parks Department. \Long Island has beautiful natural outlets for its residents to cherish and enjoy. I am proud to join my friends and neighbors in keeping one of our win- dows-to-nature clean and vibrant for our children and the community,\ said Senator Skelos. \In partnership with the community, we will transform this park from rubble to a pristine jewel. A clean environment supports safe streets and can invigorate our local economy,\ said Mr. Mangano. \Senator Skelos, County Executive Mangano and I look forward to join- ing our friends and neighbors in restoring a remarkable public space. Our community enjoys these parks as gathering places, venues for events, family outings and as sanctuaries in which to enjoy the beautiful outdoors. I feel I have become an important part of the Baldwin community, and I will continue to work tirelessly on behalf of the families there,\ said Mr. Curran. \I am also pleased to announce that Sanitary District No. 2 will join the effort to clean up our great community. Sanitary District No. 2 will provide brooms, bags, racks, shovels, district volunteers and a garbage truck to remove the collected materials,\ said Assemblyman Curran. C&K fade it w you. To subscribe call 378-5320, today! Open House Religious Education Program Sunday, September 23 10:15-1 pm Bring the family. Come enjoy a Sunday service and a religious education class. . Refreshments and discussion to follow. South Nassau Unitarian Universalist congregation 228 S. Ocean Ave., Freeport 516.623.1204 snuuc.org H I D. GO I NJ O H^ to cf JT I On The Web
