30 The QUEE NS Courier • november 28, 2013 for breaking news visit www.queenscourier.com brought to you by SCOTT BARON & ASSOCICATES, P.C. Attorneys & Counselors at Law 1-866-WAS-HURT (866) 927-4878 718.738.9800 star OF queens SCOTT BARON’S STAR OF QUEENS Edward Chung Board Member of Comunity Board 8 and member, Board of Directors of the Jamaica Estates Association COMMUNITY SERVICE: Edward Chung says he is a strong believer in doing everything he can to keep civic organizations in touch with homeowners. Chung is on the Board of Directors of the Jamaica Estates Association and was inducted this year as a board member of Community Board 8. He said he is the go-to man for neighborhood problems, like cleaning parking lots, removing damaged trees, having abandoned cars towed away or fixing knocked down telephone poles. BACKGROUND: “I take pride in my neighborhood,” Chung said. His celebration of diversity in various events, like JEA’s International Night, shows the emphasis he places on embracing diversity in a community. This has led him to accept many leading civic positions. FAVORITE MEMORY: One of Chung’s favorite memories from civic leading is the Annual Jamaica Estates Association’s International Night that brings together the community and celebrates its diversity. It is a night full of local merchants’ food, great entertainment, culture and fun. “It promotes diversity to show that we are all together, living together,” he said. BIGGEST CHALLENGE: One of Chung’s most memorable challenges was dealing with the high number of car accidents on Dalny Road in Jamaica Estates. He decided to take action with Barry Weinberg, the late president of Jamaica Estates Association. With the support of Weinberg, who encouraged him to begin this project, Chung and his neighbors worked on organizing facts and collecting police reports on the countless accidents that had occurred on the narrow, two-way street. Both Weinberg and JEA President Evan Gorin led Chung to a meeting with the now retired Borough President Claire Shulman. Chung’s neighbors pitched a presentation, suggesting a change in the road. As a result, Chung helped decrease the number of accidents that occur on Dalny Road. His neighbors’ issues were resolved and the Department of Traffic set new rules in place to create a safer environment. INSPIRATION: Many years back, Weinberg sparked Chung’s interest in civic leading and community involvement. He had once told Chung that he “should get involved in the neighborhood because he is a homeowner and everyone has a stake in the neighborhood.” He then assisted him in his Dalny Road challenges. “Because of him, I became more involved and I see the benefits of joining a civic group and being an active member,” Chung said. BY NIKKI DJOKOVICH MEMORIALS BY PARKSIDE Your Expression, Our Creativity • Footstones • Inscriptions • Monuments • Restorations • Mausoleums • Pre-planning SHOWROOMS: 98-60 Queens Boulevard Rego Park, New York 11374 2576 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11234 For Information or to Make an Appointment Call www.memorialsbyparkside.com 718-896-9100 Our Monument Consultants want to learn about you and your family. With their vast experience helping families, they will create a highly personalized memorial or headstone that is a true reflection of a life well lived. Understanding your family will help us assist you in designing a lasting and unique tribute to your loved one. When you work with PARKSIDE to create your family memorial, you can expect the highest quality granite and Martin A. A monument is the opportunity to perpetuate your memories of an especially loved and revered family member or friend. Memorial art is our way of helping you to express that memory. The monument you select will be a personalized illustration of your tribute. superior craftsmanship. We stand behind our memorials with a perpetual warranty that guarantees that your family’s memorial will last into the future. There is both sorrow and joy experienced while selecting a monument. You will experience sadness as fond memories emerge and happiness in being able to commemorate a life of blessing and hope. Funeral Home L.L.C. – Call for a FREE Planning Guide – • Our Services are available in all areas • Large Parking Facilities at all Locations • Personal Service, 24 Hours a Day • Burial and Cremation Services Available • Family Owned and Operated • FDIC Insured Pre-Plan Accounts • Pre-Arrangements Available • Out of Town Service, Call Us First • Shipping Specialists John A. Golden: Member of K. of C. and C*KHS; Thomas A. Golden III: Member AOH, KHS (Owner, Operators) 149-20 Northern Boulevard • Flushing • 718-359-6300 10-25 150th Street • Whitestone • 718-359-1122 36-46 Bell Boulevard • Bayside • 718-428-2210 Please Visit Our Website @ www.gleasonsfuneral.com Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home L.L.C.: The Preferred Choice
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