The Board of Trustees join me in extending our sincere gratitude to former Chief C. Richard Gardner for the dedicated and professional level of service that he rendered to our Village during his tenure as chief of the Garden City Fire Department.

As a result of the election held on April 9, the new chief will be Brian S. Ridgway. He will be aided during the coming year by First Assistant Chief Richard Chiarello, Second Assistant Chief John Nesbitt, and Third Assistant Chief Lawrence Nedelka.

The Central Business Alliance in conjunction with the Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA), is sponsoring its "Spring Festival" on Sunday, April 26. The opening ceremony is scheduled to begin at noon at Parking Field 7N (behind Grand Union) with activities running through 6 p.m.

The day's events include orchestras, games, clowns, exhibits, and a host of other shows and activities as well as some great food.

Please take time from your busy schedule and bring the family out to enjoy a fun-filled day which will be exciting for residents and local businesses alike.