Monday, May 23, 2011

Envision Valley Stream

The next general meeting of Envision Valley Stream will be on Wednesday, May 25 at 7:30pm in the Hendrickson Park Administration Building (behind Central High School). There is much to discuss at this meeting including the plans to build a casino at Belmont Racetrack in Elmont.

Envision Valley Stream's second annual Art in the Park and Boutique Craft Fair is quickly approaching. The event will take place Saturday, July 16 at the Valley Stream Village Green (60 Verona Place) from 10AM to 5PM. If you or someone you know would like to exhibit artwork or sell crafts please register at our website www.EnvisionValleyStream.org or feel free to contact me at 516-792-1246.

Buckle Up New York

Nassau County Police Department to Participate in

“Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket”

County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter announce that the Nassau County Police Department will participate in the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee’s grant for occupant restraint enforcement. The “Buckle Up New York, Click It or Ticket” will take place from May 23, 2011 through June 5, 2011.

This initiative will consist of high visibility enforcement, targeting occupant restraint non-compliance. A zero tolerance policy for such violations will apply. The goal of the program is to increase safety belt and child seat usage in an effort to reduce serious injuries and fatalities resulting from motor vehicle accidents.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Prom Night Safety Tips

COUNTY EXECUTIVE MANGANO AND ACTING POLICE COMMISSIONER KRUMPTER ISSUE PROM NIGHT SAFETY TIPS


It’s that time of year again, Prom Season. Far too often situations get out of hand on what should be an enjoyable and memorable night for high school students in Nassau County. In an effort to keep Nassau residents safe, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter are issuing Prom Night Safety Tips for parents and teens. “I urge all residents involved in this upcoming prom season to review these tips,” said Commissioner Krumpter.

Tips for Parents:

Know and discuss the School code of conduct before the prom with your child.

Does the school code of conduct extend to off-site functions that have been approved by the school?

Know who your child is attending the prom with and discuss the events for pre and post prom parties with other parents.

Discuss the dangers of drinking and driving. New York State law mandates arrest and license revocation/suspension of any person under twenty-one driving with .02% or more Blood Alcohol Content (One Drink!)

Talk with your child about the dangers of club drugs, warning signs and who to notify for assistance.

Pre-plan and role-play answers that your child can use to get out of uncomfortable situations (e.g. offered alcohol, getting a ride from an intoxicated driver, unwanted sexual advances, etc.)

Discuss guidelines and a curfew. Discuss the consequences of violating these rules.

Discuss travel plans, use a reputable limousine service that will not allow a person to bring, serve or introduce alcohol into the vehicle.

Know who is driving to the prom and who will be a passenger. Limit the number of passengers to increase safety and reduce driver distractions.

Know the location of post prom parties and who is sponsoring them.

Talk to your teenager about the serious dangers and consequences of underage drinking and driving.

If your child’s plans change, confirm the change with the parents of other children.

Remind your child that you are there for them, if they need a ride home or to an after prom affair.

Tips for Teens:

Alcohol is illegal for persons under the age of twenty-one. Underage drinking is illegal and can result in arrest, injury, or worse.

Don’t let friends drink and drive.

Plan ahead – make sure you have a safe plan for prom night.

Discuss your plans with your friends; remind each other about responsible decision-making and confronting peer pressure.

Do not accept any drinks from someone you do not know. If you leave your drink, discard it and get a new one.

Do not leave your possessions unattended.

Learn the warning signs for alcohol poisoning and drug intoxication, contact 911 for assistance and immediate treatment.

Take extra money or have a responsible person available for transportation for a safe ride home or in case an emergency arises.

Remember to charge your cell phone and have it with you.

Know where you are and where you are going; keep your parents and friends informed.

Trust your instincts, if you feel endangered or uncomfortable, leave immediately.

Intoxication by alcohol or drugs can lead to poor judgment and dangerous situations.

Remember to contact your parents if your plans change.

Practice and discuss answers you can use to get out of uncomfortable situations.

Do not allow anyone in your car or limo that has drugs or weapons. It is dangerous and everyone in the car is at risk of getting arrested.

It is illegal to alter your drivers’ license or any other form of government identifications.

Police Initiatives:

Intensive patrol near establishments that sell alcoholic beverages.

Random License Premise checks conducted by Patrol Supervisors.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Silver Alert

ANDREA DAVIS

NORTH BELLMORE , N.Y. 11710
SMT: SCARS ON BOTH ARMS FROM PRIOR SUICIDE ATTEMPTS
ANDREA
Age 16
Race WHITE NON-HISPANIC
Sex F
Height 4'11''
Weight 95 LBS
Hair BLONDE
Eyes BLUE
Language ENGLISH
LAST SEEN AT 2528 LINCOLN BLVD BELLMORE ON 5/10/2011 AT 18:00 WEARING BLK HOODIE, BLUE JEANS, AND FLIP FLOPS (SANDALS) TRAVELING UNKNOWN BY ON FOOT