School Board Seeks Public Input On Bond



By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese The Garden City Board of Education expressed a desire to hear from residents after listening to a presentation at a January 13th work session which focused on the possibility of issuing a bond to fund capital improvements in the district. In the fall, residents will likely be asked to vote on a bond totaling $20 million […]

Fundraising Continues ForPark’s “Finishing Touch”



ByStephanie Mariel Petrellese The Garden City Board of Trustees unanimously approved an expenditure of up to $11,047 for a sculpture for Community Park called “Circle of Fun” at its January 8th meeting after learning that local sports organizations have already pledged enough to cover more than half the cost. “I think it upgrades and puts a finishing touch on a […]

Commencement Changes Considered



By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese There may be a few changes in store for those graduating from Garden City High School this June if the Garden City Board of Education decides to adopt the recommendations from a committee charged with studying ways to improve the commencement ceremony. At the beginning of the school year, Superintendent Dr. Robert Feirsen, with the full […]

Possible LitigationSpurs Caution



By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese During these blistery cold and icy winter months, we all know it is prudent, whether on foot or by car, to move forward with caution. According to Mayor Peter Bee, that’s the way the Garden City Board of Trustees plans to proceed as they attempt to charter unfamiliar terrain and carefully follow the many steps involved […]

“Where We Are On St. Pauls”



Submitted by The Garden City Board of Trustees Public Information Committee, Nicholas P. Episcopia Chairperson On December 2, 2008, the Eastern and Estates POA’s conducted a non-binding poll to aid the Board of Trustees “BOT” in determining determine what course of action to take on St. Paul’s. Approximately 5,000 people or 31% of the eligible voters in Garden City participated, […]

Girl Scouts Seek Donors



Local Girl Scouts, Victoria Chimento and Alyssa Zinga are collecting donations to benefit War Veterans and Wounded Warriors. As a component of their gold award project they have been setting up donation boxes around town and at their high school in order to help young men and women putting their lives at risk to protect our nation. Unfortunately, some of […]

Estates Electors’ Meeting Tuesday, January 20th



The Nominating Committee of Garden City Estates and the Board of Directors of the Estates Property Owners’ Association remind all residents of the Estates Section of Garden City that the Electors’ meeting will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 8PM in Stratford Auditorium in Stratford School. The Nominating Committee will present its nomination of Robert Rothschild for Mayor of […]

State Senate Minority Leader To Speak To Chamber



The New York State budget, the economy, and property taxes, will be among the topics discussed by New York State Senate Minority Leader Dean G. Skelos, at the Garden City Chamber of Commerce’s 2009 kick-off luncheon on Wednesday, January 28, noon at the Garden City Hotel. Acknowledged as a dynamic speaker, over this past year, Senator Skelos has addressed both […]

Interview Committee Training Opportunity



The Garden City PTA and Assistant Superintendent Mr. Fino Celano are pleased to provide an Interview Training Workshop for any parent interested in serving on a school district interview committee. Interview committees represent the initial phase of the district’s hiring process for teachers and administrators. Although training is not mandatory prior to service on a committee, it is strongly recommended. […]

Couples Invited To “Tie The Knot”



Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray is inviting couples to be struck by Cupid’s arrow at Town Hall on the most romantic day of the year, Valentine’s Day. In addition to those “tying the knot” for the first time, the not-so-newlyweds are also invited to renew the vows that brought them together on this special day. Valentine’s Day falls on a […]