The following are trustee reports from the Nov. 8 village board meeting.

Deputy Mayor Kevin Greene reported that during October, the fire department responded to 78 medical emergencies and 41 fire emergencies for a total of 119 alarms.

He also congratulated the department's drill team, the Doodlebugs, on taking third place in total points in the Old Fashion Tournament for Nassau County. The drill team attended an award ceremony Nov. 11 in recognition of their accomplishments during the 2006 season.

The department is currently working with several other county departments in organizing a campaign called "Operation Wounded Warrior." Their objective is to gather packages for American troops. More important than care packages will be a letter writing campaign, most especially by the children of schools, to the soldiers. In coming weeks, there will be details posted on the Four Village Studio community bulletin board.

Deputy Mayor Greene also had the opportunity, along with Mayor Phil Guarnieri and Trustee Tweedy, to take part in the Bobby Getschel Scholarship Fund Softball Tournament Oct. 28-29. On behalf of the Getschel family and friends, as well as members of the department, Deputy Mayor Greene thanked all who participated in such a great cause and for raising almost $9,000 for the scholarship fund. He said all the teams had a great time, especially the "Village People," which was made up of village employees.

Deputy Mayor Greene also noted that the tree planting bid is imminent and the trees on Magnolia Avenue will be planted in December.

Trustee Gerry Bambrick reported that the department of state is revising the administration and enforcement regulations for all building departments. These new regulations establish requirements in connection with permit expiration, inspection records, complaint investigation, fire inspections and operating permits for premises that store hazardous materials. The state will also require the building department to submit a report on their activities each year. Although some systems are in place, new controls need to be developed and implemented. In doing this, the building department is aligning its record keeping process and revising its permit applications.

Further, public assembly postings are continuing. License renewals are being mailed to electricians, plumbers and contractors.

In an incident that recently occurred, two residents were sent to the hospital for carbon monoxide poisoning. The cause of this incident was from faulty piping and boiler conversion. The boiler was installed without permits. Had a permit been issued, an inspection and gas test would have been performed and the accident could have been prevented. The building department's main concern is to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public, and with property owners obtaining the correct permits, the building Department can perform this duty.

Trustee Bambrick read two letters that were recently received from residents commending police department and fire department personnel on two separate incidents that occurred in the village.

The first incident commended Police Officer Kimberly Scanlon for her professionalism in carrying out her assignment recovering the stolen property of a young boy. Officer Scanlon showed true caring, the resident said, and commitment for the well-being of the boy as well as for the other boys involved in the situation. The resident said that Officer Scanlon taught the boys a very important life lesson and that she embodies the values that make Floral Park such a "great place to live."

The second incident involved a resident's brother-in-law who was visiting from out of town. When he suddenly became ill, the resident dialed 911. Within minutes, first responders, police officers, ambulance personnel and fire officials were in the resident's home. Everyone was professional and competent and very quickly the resident's brother-in-law was transported to the hospital and is now recuperating at home. They extend their sincere appreciation to all those who helped them in their time of need.

Trustee Tom Tweedy reported that the leaves are falling at a quick rate and Public Works is out in full force clearing roads, dry wells, storm sewer drains and park areas. It usually takes until the first week in December to collect all the leaves. Residents can do their part by bagging the leaves on their property and not raking them into the street. Making large piles of leaves in the street causes problems with flooding during rainstorms and possible fires when cars are parked on top of them. It is against village code to blow or rake leaves into the street and landscapers and property owners risk getting a summons if they do so. Landscapers who are responsible for removing leaves from their customers' properties are not permitted to put them out for village collection. Trustee James Rhatigan reported that the Citizens With Disabilities Committee recently met to develop protocols that will assist those with special needs to more fully participate in village activities and to highlight issues that may present restriction to access and involvement. A number of suggestions were made and the committee will meet regularly for further study and action. Community members wishing to provide information to the committee may direct their correspondence to the committee through village hall. Trustee Rhatigan also reported that at the last meeting of the library board, the board instituted a free video rental policy and reduced the per day charge for overdue rentals. They also removed the previously charged fee to reserve library materials. It is hoped that these changes will further encourage residents to avail themselves of the resources offered at the library, he said.

Mayor Phil Guarnieri said he was very proud to be part of the Bobby Getschel Scholarship Fund Softball Tournament on Oct. 28-29 and that it was wonderful to see the community come together for such a worthy cause. Bobby was a wonderful young man who was involved in every good cause in the village ... good things continue to happen as a result of his life, the mayor said.

The mayor also said a new business opened on South Tyson Avenue called CareLink, Inc. Home Care Agency for the elderly and the disabled. With the advancement of medical technology, people are living longer but the quality of life is not always commensurate with longevity and agencies such as this are trying to help maintain quality of life, Mayor Guarnieri said, wishing CareLink success in Floral Park.

He and members of the board participated in the 75th anniversary celebration of Our Lady of Victory (OLV) School. OLV has been an integral part of our community, he said, commending them for their years of moral, spiritual and intellectual teachings to children. He recognized the tenure of Monsignor Charles Nosser for his years of service to the community from 1974 to 2006 and welcomed Pastor O'Farrell to the village.

On motion by Trustee Rhatigan, seconded by Trustee Tweedy and carried unanimously, Mayor Guarnieri recessed the meeting at 9:30 p.m.