TIMES, THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2014 • 10 A MIXED BAG ON BUS SVCE. by Robert Pozarycki Split Voices On Woodhaven Blvd. SBS Following a brief presentation by Robert Thompson, DOT senior project manager for Transit Development in the Division of Planning and Sustainability, attendees were seated at tables in small groups and asked to give their feedback. “The idea is how could Woodhaven and Cross Bay boulevard be reimagined if we could start from story and photo by Noah Zuss Department of Transportation (DOT) officials heard feedback on bringing Select Bus Service (SBS) to Woodhaven and Cross Bay boulevards at the second in a series of workshops, at Woodhaven’s P.S. 306 last Wednesday, June 25. The DOT has been studying the congested north-south corridor since 2009, with recommendations to alter the roads focused on increasing pedestrian safety and reducing travel times, officials said. Recommendations from residents necessitated the workshops, with many asking that SBS be implemented, Eric Beaton, director of Transit Development for the DOT Division of Traffic and Planning said. “The purpose of this meeting is very much to hear from you on what you would like to see on Woodhaven Boulevard,” he said. (And) “to get a little creative and to get feedback on what the road could be.” -SEE WOODHAVEN ON PG. 52- BARE SHELVES AT GLENDALE PANTRY Public Appeal For Donated Food Local elected officials and businesses are pitching in to help supply a Glendale church’s food pantry that’s running low due to high demand. Sacred Heart Church’s pantry, run out of the parish convent at 77-05 84th St., has been near bare for about six months, according to State Sen. Joseph Addabbo and Assemblyman Mike Miller, who are teaming up for an ongoing food drive to support the charity. “The Sacred Heart food pantry has helped struggling individuals and families for years, and it’s important that as a community, we work together to keep their stock plentiful,” Addabbo said. When we are in the position to do so, it is important to help those less fortunate.” “The Sacred Heart food pantry has helped dozens of families in need in our community,” Miller added. “Because of this, it is vitally important for all of us to help them with their mission. After all, giving makes for a better living.” Led by Sr. Margaret Raibaldi, the church’s pastoral associate, the pantry provides food free of charge to families in need in and around Sacred Heart Parish. Though the church regularly requests donations, little has been forthcoming—but families reportedly continue to seek the pantry’s assistance in high numbers. Any and all food donations are being accepted, including nonperishable items such as canned meats and vegetables, cereal and pasta. Frozen foods and foods which require refrigeration, such as butter, are also sought. Addabbo noted the pantry also welcomes donations of toiletries such as soap, toothpaste and shampoo and cleaning items including dishwashing detergent and spray cleaners. Gift cards are also accepted, as pantry workers can use the funds to purchase items. Donations may be brought directly to the Sacred Heart Pantry on Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m. They may also be dropped off at the following locations during normal business hours: • Addabbo’s Middle Village office, 66-85 73rd Pl. (for more information, call 1-718-497-1630); • Miller’s Woodhaven office, 83- 91 Woodhaven Blvd. (1-718-805-0950); • Cook’s Arts & Crafts, 80-09 Myrtle Ave., Glendale (1-718-366- 6085); and • Century 21 Amiable 2 Realty Group, 69-39 Myrtle Ave., Glendale (1-718-628-4700). Wire Fire In Ridgewood Sparks flew and lights flickered along a Ridgewood block last Tuesday, June 24, after a transformer caught fire atop a utility pole, Fire Department sources said. Reportedly, the blaze ignited at about 6:30 p.m. along Bleecker Street near Grandview Avenue. Members of Engine companies 271, 277 and 291; Ladder companies 124 and 140; Battalion 28; the 104th Precinct and EMS units responded to the scene. There were no reported injuries or power outages. Con Edison workers later worked to repair damaged equipment. (photo: Allen Epstein) Community Board 5 Chairperson Vincent Arcuri, center, attended the Department of Transportation (DOT) workshop at P.S. 306 last Wednesday, June 25, to give feedback on the possible installation of Select Bus Service along Woodhaven and Cross Bay boulevards. He is also co-chair of the Board 5 Transportation Committee. ©Times Newsweekly -2014 - GERMAN^FEST
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