The following are trustee reports from the May 17 Floral Park village board meeting. Deputy Mayor Kevin Greene extended congratulations to Superintendent Ken Tymecki, selected by the publisher of Superintendent's Profile, to be Superintendent of the Month in its May issue. "Ken does a fantastic job taking care of our Public Works and we appreciate all his hard work and support," Deputy Mayor Greene said. Deputy Mayor Greene joined Mayor Phil Guarnieri in thanking the members of the Floral Park Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Company for their dedicated volunteerism and congratulated them on their 75th anniversary as they celebrate the founding of Rescue Company No. 1.

Trustee Gerry Bambrick reported that during April the department issued the most permits in a month for the last four years. These included 28 building permits with a total of 91 permits amounting to almost 23 permits issued a week.

Further, the Board of Zoning Appeals has a full calendar for June with five hearings scheduled. Inspection of commercial properties is under way. In addition, swimming pool renewal notices are being sent out. Trustee Bambrick stated that Consumer Product Safety Commission statistics show that 250 children under the age of 5 drown in pools each year and another 1,800 are treated for submersion injuries. "Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death in children under 5. The building department inspects pools on a yearly basis as a preventive measure so that these statistics aren't higher," Trustee Bambrick said.

Trustee Tom Tweedy reported that registration for all-day camps and tennis camps last weekend went very well. At this time, five sessions of all-day camp are fully enrolled with limited openings in three others. Tennis camp has been extended to eight weeks with three weeks presently fully enrolled. "Again, limited openings are available, so call recreation and ask staff about openings," he said. "We experienced closings of Tiny Town May 12, May 13 and May 16 at different times due to the installation of new ground covering known as FIBAR. This engineered ground covering provides a softer surface for toddlers, is splinter and insect resistive and gives an aesthetically pleasing look to the play area of Tiny Town."

The Recreation Booklet has been mailed. This is a very informative booklet covering all activities at the park and pool this summer. There are many activities, including free swimming lessons, which is a huge life skill. The booklet also contains helpful contact numbers for all the local sports recreation organizations, Trustee Tweedy added.

Trustee Jim Rhatigan reported that the library board and administration are considering a number of innovative programs to highlight the activities of the library and to stimulate interest. The Friends of the Library continue to prepare for their book sale scheduled to be held June 18 at Centennial Hall. Book donations may be dropped off at the library during regular hours.

Trustee Rhatigan also noted that the Conservation Society hosted its spring plant sale at Centennial Gardens last weekend, which was very successful and drew many people to the Gardens. "They are hopeful that many of those visitors will take a greater interest in assisting them in bringing this jewel of the village to greater clarity," Trustee Rhatigan said. Residents are encouraged to stop by Centennial Gardens any Saturday morning to volunteer and participate in this fine work. The next formal meeting of the Conservation Society will be held June 13.

Mayor Phil Guarnieri reported that he visited the Centennial Gardens plant sale, which was a great success and fortunately Mother Nature cooperated. "When you think that a sump has been transformed into a beautiful and enduring garden through the cooperation of village government and the dedication of so many volunteers it is remarkable," he said.

Mayor Guarnieri attended the South Side Civic Association meeting Thursday, May 12 at the Recreation Center. "It was a very well-attended and informative meeting dealing with a number of issues confronting our village," Mayor Guarnieri noted. "Our civic association members are a very active group and the touchstone of community life. Often we receive valuable information from these civic-minded people who serve as the eyes and ears of the community." The mayor encourages all residents to become active in their local civic association.

The mayor reported that CSEA negotiations have resumed. "The village values its workforce that does a great job and looks forward to a fair contract agreement," he said.

The mayor reminded residents of the blood drive being sponsored by the Floral Park Post Office Tuesday, June 7, between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Long Island Blood Services will provide their Mobile Unit, which will be parked close to the post office. The mayor asks residents to contribute blood and looks forward to getting down there himself to do so.

Our Lady of Victory will hold its annual festival Friday, June 3, through Sunday, June 6. "Plan on attending as it is always a good time," Mayor Guarnieri said. He also met with the co-presidents of the Floral Park Chamber of Commerce and spoke about a number of local issues the business community faces. The village will be working with the Chamber regarding its festival with Belmont to be held June 10.

Mayor Guarnieri further noted that the next public hearing scheduled for June 7 deals with the Citizen Presbyterian Church application for a special use permit to build a second floor meeting room with a 30-foot high roof. Notice of hearing is required to be served to record owners of property who dwell within a 200' radius of the property.