FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com APRIL 11, 2013 • THE QUEENS COURIER 31 COURTS DECISION ‘GULLS’ RULES IN FAVOR OF WASTE TRANSFER STATION BY ANGY ALTAMIRANO aa [email protected] They lost their bid to block the birds. The Friends of LaGuardia Airport could not prevent a waste transfer facility, which will bring flocks of seagulls near the airport, from being built. The U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Tuesday, April 9 on jurisdictional grounds rather than on the merits of the case, said Ken Paskar, president of Friends of LaGuardia. “I’m concerned that the decision would have people believe that the court ruled on the merits and interpret that to mean that the transfer station is safe,” said Paskar. The North Shore Marine Transfer station is under construction in College Point and is expected to be completed later this year. The waste transfer station is located approximately 2,206 feet away from one of the major runways at LaGuardia. With the station expected to handle 3,500 tons of residential garbage daily, Paskar believes the station will become a “bird magnet” for seagulls looking for food, and will lead to an increase in The Friends of LaGuardia Airport has lost the fi ght to prevent a waste transfer facility, which will bring fl ocks of seagulls near the airport, from being built. the danger of gull strikes in the air. Even with the court’s decision, Paskar is looking to follow other legal options, including filing a motion for re-consideration on the court. “Friends of LaGuardia must continue its fight to protect the traveling public from the risks of THE COURIER/File photo bird strikes in and out of LaGuardia Airport and the greater NY Metro area because the FAA, Port Authority and the City of New York are clearly not,” said Paskar. “It’s a long shot. We’re asking the court to look at their own decision and be consistent.” The FAA did not respond as of press time. FREE Eye Exam WITH PURCHASE OF COMPLETE PAIR OF GLASSES OR EYE EXAM ONLY – $25 (REG. $85) COMPETITIVE PRICES with • Personalized Service & Attention • Our Professionally Trained Staff Will Give You A Careful Fit • Newest Styles • No Gimmicks 20% OFF ALL PURCHASES not to be combined with any other offer Varilux no-line bifocals progessive lenses w/plastic or metal frames $170 Choose From Over 300 Frames Some restrictions 2 Pairs of Eyeglasses (Frames & Lenses) $99 may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer. Choose From Over 300 Frames Some restrictions may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer. We Honor Most Competitor’s Coupons WE ARE A LOCAL FAMILY-RUN BUSINESS, NOT A CHAIN. WE OFFER PERSONAL SERVICE WITH HIGH QUALITY & LOW PRICES HUGE SELECTION! 50% OFF non-prescription sunglasses. Some restrictions may apply. Not to be combined with any other offer. • Lenses Duplicated • Motor Vehicle Exam • Prescription Filled • Adjustments Done At No Extra Charge • Lab on Premises • Tinting • Eye Exams Adrian& Rocky’s Catering EXPERIENCE “The Original” “For The Very BesT In BuFFeT sTyle CaTerIng” CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS Planning a Party? Our Specialties • Business Meetings • Engagement Parties • Cocktail Parties • BBQ’s • Christenings • Communions • Anniversaries Clifford Optical Call 718.845.5525 38-19 BELL BOULEVARD, BAYSIDE • 718.229.8086 OFFERING THE LOWEST PRICES ON CONTACT LENSES • Showers • Sweet 16’s • Graduations • Funerals Bartending & Waitress service availaBle! Serving QueenS for over 20 YearS or Fax 718.845.5643 132-08 Cross Bay Boulevard • Ozone Park Visit us at www.adriansCaterers.Com All Major Credit Cards Accepted • DELIVERY IS FREE OF CHARGE WITH ALL CATERING PACKAGES
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