The Mayor’s Message – August 8, 2016 – “Why & How”

WHY and HOW Why? And How? Two very simple questions the answers to which should precede any major undertaking. This is especially true when the proposed undertaking is a mega-project project that will cost billions and disrupt the lives of several communities for years to come. However, since the MTA/LIRR’s surprise announcement of their plans to resurrect the Third Track … Read More

The Mayor’s Message – July 22, 2016

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Recently, LIRR President Pat Nowakowski issued a press release in which we were assured that the MTA-LIRR is listening and listening carefully. President Nowakowski states that they are taking all our concerns and incorporating them into their next step, which is the release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). He claims unprecedented community outreach has been achieved and that … Read More

The Mayor’s Message – June 15, 2016

Floral Park is the wrong place for bad guys. That fact was again illustrated by the Floral Park Police Department whose rapid, professional response led to the capture of one of the more notorious criminals on Long Island. Within minutes after a Floral Park resident called in a criminal trespass, FPPD had the felon contained and a perimeter established. FPPD … Read More

The Mayor’s Message – April 8, 2016

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Last Wednesday night’s announcement gave rise to a new day and warm smiles. It was true; the planned VLT Casino at Belmont Park was not to be. Late negotiating by Jack Martins ended that possibility as OTB packs its bags and heads to Aqueduct. Negotiating continues between Nassau County, and OTB over revenue and process. Much has yet to be … Read More

PITA PARK GRAND RE-OPENING!

PITA PARK GRAND RE-OPENING

On Sunday, March 13, Pita Park re-opened at 146 Tulip Avenue. Mayor Tweedy, Trustee Fitzgerald, Trustee Pombonyo, Trustee Cheng, Justice Hayden along with Village Administrator Bambrick welcomed Donna Gammarato, Brittany Gammarato-Avlonitis and Mina Avlonitis to their new location. Stop in and enjoy the many diverse and delicious Greek specialties and beverages provided by the excellent kitchen and wait staff of … Read More

WELCOME BLISS ON TULIP!

WELCOME BLISS ON TULIP

On July 25, 2015 Mayor Tom Tweedy presented a welcome certificate to Valerie Allbright, the owner of Bliss on Tulip. Trustees Kevin Fitzgerald, and Dominick Longobardi, Deputy Mayor Jim Rhatigan, FP Chamber of Commerce President Ron Keats and many members of the Chamber joined the Mayor in welcoming Bliss on Tulip. Stop in to see the many selections of sweets, … Read More

WELCOME VILLAGE BARBER SHOP!

WELCOME VILLAGE BARBER SHOP

On July 25, 2015 Mayor Tom Tweedy presented a welcome certificate to Joseph at Village Barber Shop on Plainfield Avenue. Also on hand to welcome him were Trustee Dominick Longobardi, FP Chamber President Ron Keats, Trustee Kevin Fitzgerald, Deputy Mayor Jim Rhatigan and members of the Chamber. Stop by for your next haircut!

WELCOME 7-ELEVEN!

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On July 24, Mayor Tom Tweedy, Trustees Dominick Longobardi and Lynn Pombonyo, Administrator Gerry Bambrick, FP Chamber President Ron Keats and members of the Chamber welcomed 7-Eleven Store Manager Joe Papandrea, 7-Eleven Market Manager Mandi Licul and 7-Eleven Field Consultant Andrew Schenck to Jericho Turnpike. Stop in and enjoy everything the beautiful new store has to offer.

WELCOME TO THE FLORAL PARK DINER!

Floral Park Diner

Trustees Kevin Fitzgerald, Dominick Longobardi, Lynn Pombonyo and Surrogate Judge Ed McCarty joined Mayor Tom Tweedy in welcoming the our newest culinary establishment, The Floral Park Diner located at 142 Tulip Avenue. Mayor Tweedy presented a Certificate of Welcome in one of the beautiful new dining rooms to Angelo Galimanis, Chris Vassiliou and Nakis Loizou. The restaurant’s dining rooms are … Read More