October 2010 Meeting Minutes

70th Precinct Community Council
October 2010 Meeting Minutes

E-mail: 70PctCC@gmail.com
Blog: http://70PctCC.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, October, 27th, 2010
7:30 PM
United Cerebral Palsy New York
175 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, New York
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Officers Present

Ed Powell, President
Beverly Kilpatrick, Vice President
Rosanne Boland, Treasurer
Mary McRae, Secretary
Nathan Thompson, Assistant Secretary
Mavis Theodore, Sergeant At Arms

NYPD, Elected Officials & Other Guests

Inspector Ralph Monteforte, Commanding Officer
Captain Peter Venice, Executive Officer
Captain William Taylor, Executive Officer
Det. Dominick Scotto, Community Affairs
P.O. Kim Walker, Community Affairs
Lt. Jacqueline Bourne, Community Affairs
Delsie Lawson for Council Member Mathieu Eugene
Roz Sokol for Assembly Member Steven Cymbrowitz
Jonathan Judge for Community Board 14
Eli Slavin for Congresswoman Yvette Clarke
Ed Powell for Assembly Member Rhoda Jacobs
Pinny Ringel for Public Advocate Bill Diblasio
David Klestzick, Kings County District Attorney’s Office
Taryen Olorin, Kings County District Attorney’s Office
St. Brendon’s Boys Scout Troop 446
Victor Ortiz, Maimonides Hospital
Shawn Campbell for Assembly Member Jim Brennan


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The regular monthly meeting of the 70th Precinct Community Council was called to order at 7:41 p.m. President Ed Powell greeted all and invited everyone to join him in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. President Powell then acknowledged the various representatives of elected officials and other distinguished guests present at the meeting (see above).

1. Message from Community Board 14 – Jonathan Judge
Dorothy Ortiz sent her regards to the Precinct and if there are any problems within Community Board 14 that they can help with, please contact their office at (718) 859-6357.

2. Message from Assembly Member Jim Brennan
Assembly member Brennan announced that the city will be losing millions of dollars in stimulus monies given by the Obama administration next year. He stated that we may face serious challenges if we lose the money because it would affect education, healthcare etc.

3. Message from Council Member Jumaane Williams – Ernest Skinner
Council Member Williams encouraged everyone to go out and vote. He reported that only 55% people in Kings County filled out their census which was very low in New York. Also, to pay attention to two major ballot propositions which are 1) return city terms to two terms, and 2) a variety of administrative changes to city charter.

4. Message from Assembly Member Steven Cybrowitz – Roz Sokol
On behalf of Assembly Member Cybrowitz, Ms. Sokol presented an award and a cupcake to Detective Dominick Scotto to show his appreciation for his work and congratulated him for receiving the 2010 Chief Brennan award.

5. Message from Assembly Woman Rhoda Jacob – Ed Powell
On behalf of Assemblywoman Rhoda Jacobs, Ed Powell presented Detective Dominick Scotto with a citation and congratulated him on his 2010 Chief Brennan award. He further stated that Detective Scotto gave a phenomenal acceptance speech.

6. Message from Vice President Beverly Kilpatrick
Vice President Kilpatrick is forming a fundraising committee and was seeking volunteers to participate. Interested members should speak with the VP at the November meeting.

A representative from San Remo Restaurant received an award for ongoing support of the precinct.

President Powell presented Inspector Ralph Monteforte with a plaque of appreciation. He stated we couldn’t ask for a better leader who is compassionate and caring. Commander Monteforte thanked the Community Council for the plaque. The president also presented plaques to each of the current board members of the council, and thanked them for their hard work and dedication to the 70th Precinct community..

7. Report from the Commanding Officer.
Commander Monteforte announced that Captain Giovanelli transferred to another location and announced his replacement, Captain William Taylor, who worked for 15 years at the 60th Precinct. The Commander acknowledged Captain Taylor’s past experience in the detective bureau.

He stated that almost half the precincts in the city are up in robberies. He said school kids are being robbed in the Flatbush/Nostrand Junction area. Also, that E. 21st Street and Caton Avenue have had robberies and several burglaries.

He assured the council that during Halloween weekend, there will be extended coverage on Saturday and Sunday.

This month is Domestic Violence Month. The precinct makes over 1000 home visits a year. Inspector Monteforte asked the council if there was anyone we knew who needed help. If so, please have them contact the precinct.

Commander Monteforte thanked the St. Brendon Boys Scout for their help on Medal Day and for helping with Graffiti cleanup.

Cops of the Month
Police Officer Frank Verrico
Police Officer Scott Nuzzi
Police Officer Giovanni Cordova
Auxiliary Lieutenant Gregory Grange
Auxiliary Police Officer Gregory Nieczym
Auxiliary Police Officer Israel Werzberger

The officers were commended for their work which ranged from stopping a TLC driver and recovering a 9mm gun, apprehending suspects and recovering stolen property from robberies. THANK YOU, to our Cops of the Month and to every Police Officer who serves and protects our community.

Commander Monteforte presented the following with Certificates of Appreciation for helping with Medal Day:
Ed Powell
Giselle Nakhid
Glen Wolin
Mavis Theodore
Delsie Lawson
Mary McRae

Open Forum with Inspector Monteforte and Responses.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. The next meeting will be on November 17, 2010.



Respectfully submitted,

Mary McRae
Nathan Thompson

November 2010 Meeting

Due to upcoming holidays, our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the United Cerebral Palsy of New York City's Community Room at 175 Lawrence Street.

September 2010 Meeting Minutes

70th Precinct Community Council
September 2010 Meeting Minutes

E-mail: 70PctCC@gmail.com
Blog: http://70PctCC.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010
7:30 PM
United Cerebral Palsy New York
175 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, New York
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Officers Present

Ed Powell, President
Rosanne Boland, Treasurer
Mary McRae, Secretary
Nathan Thompson, Assistant Secretary
Mavis Theodore, Sergeant-at-Arms


NYPD, Elected Officials & Other Guests

Inspector Ralph Monteforte, Commanding Officer
Captain Peter Venice, Executive Officer
Captain Michael Giovanelli, Executive Officer
Det. Dominick Scotto, Community Affairs
P.O. Kim Walker, Community Affairs
Lt. Jacqueline Bourne, Community Affairs
Delsie Lawson for Council Member Mathieu Eugene
Roz Sokol for Assembly Member Steven Cymbrowitz
Joe Basso for Community Board 14
Father Michael Perry Our Lady of Refuge
Rafael Samanez Vamos Unidos
Eli Slavin for Congresswoman Yvette Clarke
Ed Powell for Assembly Member Rhoda Jacobs
Pinny Ringel for Public Advocate Bill Diblasio
Joseph M. Burke, Kings County District Attorney’s Office
Shawn Campbell for Assembly Member Jim Brennan


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The regular monthly meeting of the 70th Precinct Community Council was called to order at 7:47 p.m. President Ed Powell greeted all and invited everyone to join him in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. President Powell then acknowledged the various representatives of elected officials and other distinguished guests present at the meeting (see above).

1. Message from Council Member Mathieu Eugene – Delsie Lawson
Council Member Eugene is having a reception tomorrow, September 16th at Borough Hall (209 Jerome St.) from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for six (6) students from Haiti who will be attending MCNY College in Manhattan for eighteen (18) months to learn disaster/survival training and ways to help rebuild Haiti.

2. Message from Assembly Member Rhoda Jacobs – Ed Powell
Council Member Rhoda Jacobs wanted to thank everyone for going out to the polls and re-electing her.

3. Message from Vamos Unidos - Rafael Samanez
Vamos Unidos is an organization of street vendors, which has approximately 800 vendors throughout the city. Their focus is on advocacy for vendor’s rights and injustices against street vendors. They are working with several precincts, the 40th, 46th, 52nd, 115th and are looking forward to working with the 70th Precinct to address their concerns and they hope to build a good relationship with the precinct.

4. President Powell asked all the officers of the Precinct Community Council to come forward so that everyone can meet them. The entire board was re-elected. On behalf of the board, President Powell wanted to express our appreciation for your confidence in us and wanted everyone to know who the officers are.
Ed Powell President
Beverly Kirkpatrick Vice President
Rosanne Boland Treasurer
Mary McRae Secretary
Nathan Thompson Asst. Secretary
Mavis Theodore Sergeant-at-Arms

Ben Waltzer announced that he set a Flatbush Parade yahoo group. He would like people to join the group so that people can speak online about things going on within the precinct, near the parade grounds especially and beyond that as well. If you would like to join please add your name to his list and he will send you an invite.

Father Perry announced that on Sunday, September 26th, 2010 at our Lady of Refuge on the corner of Ocean and Foster Avenues, with a government agency, will be doing a Drug Buy Back The drugs are not illegal but prescription drugs. If you have any prescription drugs that are outdated or that you don’t use, they are asking you to not put them in the water, throw them in the garbage or put them somewhere that young children can get them.

President Powell wanted everyone to be aware of the flood victims in Pakistan. A community organization, Council of People’s Organization (COPO) is collecting money, food, clothes, supplies etc. for the flood victims. COPO contributed to the people of Haiti after the earthquake. He asked that everyone please try to help regarding the disaster in Pakistan.

5. Report from the Commanding Officer. Commander Monteforte announced crime is down by 1 ½% it is not a big number but nonetheless crime is down more than last year. Our precinct is leading the way. We are down by 6% which means that there are 80 less victims of crime this year. We are doing better than the rest of the city. School is just starting and of course, that is a concern at the 70th Precinct. We will do as we have done the last two years. When school is dismissed we will have more patrol officers on those routes to insure the safety of the kids. We want to take the bad kids off the streets and protect the good kids that are going home.

He wished the Muslim friends Happy Ramadan, He wished the Jewish friends, Happy New Year. He stated that there are 9 Mosque, 76 Synagogues and 72 Churches in our command. Commander Monteforte continued by saying just think how diverse this precinct is with that many churches, synagogues and mosques and everyone gets along extremely well, and that is because of our special liaisons.

In honor of Chief Patrick Brennan who once was the 70th Precinct Commander back in the 90s, every year an award is given in his name to the best police officer in Brooklyn South, which has about 4,000 police officers. The ceremony takes place in front of the 67th Precinct on October 26th. Chief Brennan’s family gives the award to a deserving officer. The officer receiving the award this year is our own Det. Dominick Scotto.

At the beginning of the summer, although crime was down, we had a little bit of increase in violence especially around 23rd Street and Clarendon Road. There were quite a few instances of shots fired from mid June to mid July. The two captains the lieutenant and the whole precinct paid close attention to that area because people were getting shot and some were innocent victims. With all the attention from our precinct and other outside units within the police department, that neighborhood had quieted down tremendously. He thanked all the officers and the two captains for spending time in that area and making sure all the residents were safe. For the last three months we have had only two shootings.

Cops/Detective of the Month
Detective Kevin Stumpf
Captain Peter Venice
Captain Michael Giovanelli

Thursday, August 19th, approximately 9:30 p.m. inside of 2388 Nostrand Avenue, Yosef Robinson was shot and killed during a robbery. Detective Kevin Stumpf with the assistant of the 70th Precinct squad and the homicide squad quickly identified the suspect and apprehended him five days later.

The second award is a little bit of a surprise. He stated he has been out for approximately three months and there are approximately 450 workers in the 70th Precinct which includes uniformed officers, civilians, auxiliary officers and school crossing guards. It is one of the largest commands in the city. The three months that he was out both Captains had to take over for him, and they did an excellent job. They have been working all summer long from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., and sometimes beyond, to make sure the streets were safe at night especially after the rash of gunplay. They are also in charge of the IMPACT officers. as well as traffic in this command. They know how many accidents occur in the command, how and where they occur, and what we need to do to stop them.. These are some of the factors that they study to find ways to reduce the amount of accidents in the command. Commander Monteforte stated we have the two best Captains in the whole city. Because of the dedication they demonstrated, in getting the job done while he was away, he presented them with awards to thank them.

6. Open Forum with Inspector Monteforte.
Members of Vamos Unidos wanted to have a private meeting with the Commander to talk about their problems. A lot of vendors in the parade grounds are allegedly being assaulted, some at gun point. Commander Monteforte suggested that they report crimes to the precinct whether they are working legally or illegally.

A member spoke on problems with drug trafficking on East 17th Street between Newkirk and Ditmas Avenues. He stated that it calmed down in June, but the activities have started again. Fridays are like a party that starts at 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. or more. Captain Giovanelli stated that during the week they met with the specialty unit and arrested five people from that area.

A member stated that in April there was a violent murder with a machete at the Parade Grounds. A week or so later about 50 yards away, a livery driver was killed. The 70 precinct responded with more officers. Assemblywoman Rhoda Jacobs, the 70th Precinct, Ed Powell and other agencies did a walk through at the Parade Grounds and discussed strategies to improve safety and security at that location. One suggestion was video cameras to observe and identify perpetrators of criminal activity. According to the member, one week later there was a shooting at the same exact spot. He felt that a camera would have prevented it.

Commander Monteforte stated the machete incident with the 18 year old was a gang assault. An arrest was made shortly after that. The cab driver incident had nothing to do with the park. The third incident was reported as shots fired in the park but no one was injured. At the corner of Parade Place and Caton Avenue is the Dillon Stewart Playground, named after one of our brave cops killed in the line of duty. It is part of our impact zone. There are more cops there this year than last year because; last year it wasn’t part of the impact zone. This year, our precinct has close to 1500 major crimes. Of 1500 crimes, 14 crimes were committed in the parade grounds. One is the horrible homicide that occurred. This year three robberies were reported in the Parade Grounds. All three times the perpetrators were arrested. Last year there were nine robberies in the Parade Ground. Grand larceny, which is stealing somebody’s property, is down by six this year, in comparison to thirteen last year. Felony assault is the only crime that is up in the Parade Grounds. Last year there was not one felony assault. This year, there have been four. The first two were with regard to two cops being assaulted going into the parade ground making sure that people get summonses who need to get summonses. The third was regarding a child who was pushed, fell to the ground and got hurt; and the fourth was the reckless endangerment from the shots fired incident, mentioned above.

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 27th, 2010.



Respectfully submitted,

Mary McRae
Nathan Thompson

October 2010 Newsletter

	70TH PRECINCT NEWSLETTER Greetings from the 70th Precinct, As we come to the closure of a successful summer season, we swing into the fall season, and enter into a time of many holidays. With Halloween upon us we ask that you take a few safety precautions while enjoying the holiday. We have supplied you with a list of Safety tips, as we want to assure that our community has a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Trick-or-treaters should always have adult supervision, even if they are traveling in a group of friends, Children should stay out of buildings, homes and elevators when alone. An adult should always examine Halloween treats before children eat them. Never eat open or unwrapped Halloween foods. If you go out at night wear bright colored clothing or carry a flashlight. Only go trick or treating in your own neighborhood, stay close to home. Extra care should be taken on streets and at crossings, especially if your mask blocks your vision take it off before you cross any streets. If children are out trick or treating with their siblings, have them stay together. Help them cross the street, and remember, always cross at the corner and wait for the light. As always, children should be cautioned to avoid strangers, as well as poorly lit areas and homes of people they do not know. DO HAVE FUN! ENJOY! AND RESPECT OTHER PEOPLE’S PROPERTY! PEDESTRIAN SAFTEY: Talking on your cell phone and Texting while driving is illegal, and can even be deadly. Texting and talking on your cell phone can also be deadly if you fail to pay attention while crossing the street. BE ALERT at all times, this can prevent future accidents and fatalities. Remember to always Buckle Up! It’s the Law!!!! HELP US FIGHT TERRORISM , REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY TO COUNTER TERRORISM HOTLINE @ 1-888-NYC-SAFE See something, Say something. RECENT BUSINESS AT THE 70TH PCT October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. On Tuesday, October 12th, the 70th Precinct celebrated Domestic Awareness Day. A Command Post was set up at Flatbush and Church Avenues and supplied with Domestic Violence Officers, Crime Prevention Officers and Community Affairs Officers, all present to hand-out literature and brochures pertaining to programs that are concerning Domestic Violence. The 70th Precinct has some of the best Police Officers working in the Domestic Violence Unit and welcomes anyone who is struggling with Domestic Violence to call (718) 851-5569. October is National Crime Prevention Month. http://www.connectsafely.org/ gives information on safety tips. On Thursday, October 14th, the 70th Precinct celebrated Crime Prevention Month by attending School with McGruff, (the Crime Dog). During their visit, the children were instructed on Cyber-bullying, Halloween safety tips, Cell phone and internet safety. On Saturday , October 9th , the 70th Precinct Explorers along with Boy-Scouts Troop 446 conducted a graffiti clean-up at the Municipal parking lot at Avenue M & East 16th Street. 70th PRECINCT COMMUNITY COUNCIL The Precinct Community Council meetings are held every last Wednesday of the month. The next Community Council Meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2010 at 7:30 pm, at the United Cerebral Palsy located at 175 Lawrence Avenue, Brooklyn NY, (which is located across the street from the Precinct). November’s Meeting will be held one (1) week earlier on November 17, 2010 at 7:30 pm due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. Open House for the NYPD Explorer Program will be held on Thursday, November 4th at 6:00 pm, at the United Cerebral Palsy School located at 175 Lawrence Avenue. All parents, youth and community residents are welcome to attend. Any youth interested in joining our program should be at this Open House to receive all the information regarding the program. REWARD PROGRAMS: Anyone with information in regards to any violent crime is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS, or email http://www.nypdcrimestoppers.com/ or text your tips to 274637(CRIMES) and then enter TIIPS577, or please contact the 70th Precinct. We would like to send an invitation to all members of the community not on our e-mail list, so if you know someone who may want to included, please tell them to send us an e-mail @ 70pctcommunityaffairs@gmail.com, or call the 70th Precinct Community Affairs Unit at 718-851-5557. Deputy Inspector Ralph Monteforte Commanding Officer

You're Invited
To
The Chief Patrick Brennan Award Ceremony

The 2010 Recipient is our own
Detective Dominick Scotto
70th Precinct

Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 10:45AM

Patrol Borough Brooklyn South
2820 Snyder Avenue
(Between Nostrand and Rogers Avenues)
Brooklyn, NY 11226
For additional information (718) 851-5557

October 2010 Meeting

Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the United Cerebral Palsy of New York City's Community Room at 175 Lawrence Street.

September 2010 Meeting

Due to the upcoming holidays our next meeting will be on Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 at 7:30 PM in the United Cerebral Palsy of New York City's Community Room at 175 Lawrence Avenue.

May 2010 Meeting Minutes

70th Precinct Community Council
May 2010 Meeting Minutes

E-mail: 70PctCC@gmail.com
Blog: http://70PctCC.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
7:30 PM
United Cerebral Palsy New York
175 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, New York
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Officers Present

Ed Powell, President
Rosanne Boland, Treasurer
Mary McRae, Secretary
Nathan Thompson, Assistant Secretary
Mavis Theodore, Sergeant-at-Arms


NYPD, Elected Officials & Other Guests

Inspector Ralph Monteforte, Commanding Officer
Det. Dominick Scotto, Community Affairs
P.O. Kim Walker, Community Affairs
Lt. Jacqueline Bourne, Community Affairs
P.O. Timothy Mercer, Community Affairs Bureau
Captain Tom Pascal, Brooklyn South Narcotics Unit
Delsie Lawson for Council Member Mathieu Eugene
Roz Sokol for Assembly Member Steven Cymbrowitz
Joe Basso for Community Board 14
Jake Oliver for Council Member David Greenfield
Eli Slavin for Congresswoman Yvette Clarke
Ed Powell for Assembly Member Rhoda Jacobs
Pinny Ringel for Public Advocate Bill Diblasio
Elaine Beal, Kings County District Attorney’s Office
Joseph M. Burke, Kings County District Attorney’s Office
Georgette Ebanks, Target Security
Shaun Campbell for Assembly Member Jim Brennan
James Sannon for Council Member Jumanne Williams
Mark Dicus, Church Avenue BID


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The regular monthly meeting of the 70th Precinct Community Council was called to order at 7:45 p.m. President Ed Powell greeted all and invited everyone to join him in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. President Powell then acknowledged the various representatives of elected officials and other distinguished guests present at the meeting (see above).

1. Message from Council Member Mathieu Eugene – Delsie Lawson
Council Member Eugene gave proclamation to the police department with the dog that rescued a little boy in Haiti.

2. Message from Nottingham Association - Connie Koenig announced that the Nottingham Association is very appreciative of everyone working and coming together in all our neighborhoods and work so well with our council people and our wonderful police. On behalf of Nottingham Association she presented a donation of $100.00 to the Community Council in memory of Marsha Edell who was an outstanding member of the Community Council for so b many years. She suggested we put in a PA system.

3. The nominating committee was appointed and was asked to present the slate to the members. Agatha reported that the officers who currently hold office; Ed Powell as President, Beverly Kilpatrick as Vice President, Rosanne Boland as Treasurer, Mary McRae as Secretary, Nathan Thompson as Assistant Secretary and Mavis Theodore as Sergeant-at-Arms have elected to run again. However, notwithstanding, the floor was opened for nominations. Joe Basso made a motion that the nomination be closed and it was seconded by Roz Sokol. Elections will be held at our June meeting.

4. Message on Church Avenue BID – Mark Dicus
On June 5th, 2010 the Flatbush Development Corporation, Church Avenue BID and the 70th Precinct Explorers is sponsoring a Graffiti Clean Up. They will supply paint, paint brushes and everything you need. There will be two locations 1660 Newkirk Avenue and 1701 Church Avenue corner of East 17th Street. The clean up begins from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00. At the end of the afternoon, Nathan Thompson, Secretary of the Community Council will have a barbeque. If you have a youth group, friends etc. please come and participate.

5. Message from Flatbush Development Corporation - Sandra Harris announced on June 13th they are sponsoring the Victorian House Tours. Tickets are on sale and you can call the office to reserve your tickets. The number is 718.859.3800.

6. President Powell announced that before he came to the meeting he attended the wake of a relative of a very dear friend of his and a very good friend of this community. He continues to make this a safe and equitable community to live in. Geroge Dames’ mother passed away. The funeral will be held tomorrow at the Blair-Mazzarella Funeral Home on Coney Island Avenue between Cortelyou and Beverley Roads.

7. Report from the Commanding Officer. Commander Monteforte announced if you want to know how the precinct is doing in crime you can go to www.nyc.gov and navigate through the system to get to the 70th Precinct. He made a power point presentation and showed that we are down by 5% in crime whereas the city is down by 3 ½% to 4%.

Stolen Cars
Commander Monteforte explained that they try to analyze all the cars that are being stolen and put all their efforts into those spots to see who is stealing cars. Vehicles that are targeted this year are Nissan Maximas and Sentras. If you have those cars please call the crime prevention officers so they can do some crime prevention work on your car. Such as put a sticker on the car so if it is driven after midnight they can pull it over without that car committing any violation. He stated that he would like to get in touch with everyone in the precinct that owns a Nissan Maxima. There are over 1500 people that own a Nissan Maxima in our precinct. There is also a rise on Crown Victoria and Vans. The reasons they are targeted are for parts. Now it is motorcycle season so far there have been six (6) motorcycles, all of them very new models. He suggest you put it in a garage rather than keep them off the streets.

If you find your vehicle stolen, do not enter your car because we are taking DNA from vehicles now. If you recover your vehicle and take it home you can contaminate the vehicle. If there is a car on your block that you think is stolen, call the precinct and we will go and check. If kids are playing near the car, keep them away from it because they will be checking for fingerprints.

Burglaries
An area where there usually aren’t in burglaries but there was five (5) in a matter of three weeks around Rugby and Cortelyou Roads. Days of the week are usually when burglaries when no one is at home. One burglar went through a small window and stole 10 bottles of wine. He was arrested because of a fingerprint kit. The next burglar was 14 years old and responsible for three (3) burglaries in the neighborhood. He was arrested. Please let people know if their home is burglarized to leave everything alone and call the precinct so that they can use a fingerprint kit in hopes to apprehend the burglar.

The southern part of the precinct is where cars were broken into, tires and rims were stolen especially from Nissan Maximas. If you don’t know how to secure your car the crime prevention officer will come and take a look at your vehicle and let you know what you can do to prevent someone from stealing. The crime prevention officer will come to your house for burglaries even if your home has not been burglarized and will talk to you. The number to call is 718.851.5504, this is a free service the precinct offers.

The northern part of the precinct teenagers would call Chinese food stores and robbed them. These guys have been arrested.

Commander Monteforte explained that one of the crimes that went up this year is felony assaults, family members are getting assaulted. This year it is a rise in intimate relationships, young intimate relations (ages 18 to 24). He said that many of the incidents had no previous history and urged the crowd to get involved earlier rather than later. His domestic team now does 200 visits a month on people with histories of disturbance calls. This has brought about a 20% decrease in incident calls.

You can get up to a $1,000 if you give any information on anyone with a gun. You can call 1.866.GUNSTOP. If you bring any gun to the precinct you will get a voucher for $100.

Commander Monteforte said he would like to get all fireworks from out of the precinct. If there is anyone out there with fireworks call 911 or the precinct. The only thing it can do is harm a child.

Cops of the Month
Officer Giuseppe Giuca
Officer Robert Campbell
Officer Nancy Ferber
Officer Michael Szczeckinski

They received notations for recovering guns without ever drawing their own.

A volunteer asked for suggestions as to places to put up "Missing or Exploited" children posters. Commander Monteforte assigned an officer to work with the group to find appropriate places.

Commander Monteforte gave an update on a homocide at 555 Ocean. It appeared to have stemmed from a personal dispute. No arrests had been made at that time.

The 70th Precinct reminded us that they have a "Phone registration" program where you can get your cell phone marked for future identification by the NYPD.

7. Open Forum with Inspector Monteforte.

A resident asked about how long a response one could expect from a house alarm going off. The answers ranged but the Commanding Officer assigned someone to deal with the issue in question.

A representative from Prospect Park Association recognized the 70th Precinct efforts to maintain a presence in the Parade Grounds on weekends during the soccer season.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary McRae
Nathan Thompson

May 2010 Meeting

Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 26th, 2010 at 7:30 PM in the United Cerebral Palsy of New York City's Community Room at 175 Lawrence Avenue.

March 2010 Meeting Minutes

70th Precinct Community Council
March 2010 Meeting Minutes

E-mail: 70PctCC@gmail.com
Blog: http://70PctCC.blogspot.com
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Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
7:30 PM
United Cerebral Palsy New York
175 Lawrence Street, Brooklyn, New York
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Officers Present

Ed Powell, President
Beverley Kilpatrick, Vice President
Mary McRae, Secretary
Rosanne Boland, Treasurer
Mavis Theodore, Sergeant-at-Arms


NYPD, Elected Officials & Other Guests

Inspector Ralph Monteforte, Commanding Officer
Captain Peter Venice, Executive Officer
Captain Michael Giovanelli, Executive Officer
P.O. Kim Walker, Community Affairs
Lt. Jacqueline Bourne, Community Affairs
P.O. Timothy Mercer, Community Affairs Bureau
Beverly Kilpatrick for Community Board 14
Eli Slavin for Congresswoman Yvette Clarke
Ed Powell for Assembly Member Rhoda Jacobs
Pinny Ringel for NYC Council District 44
Shawn Campbell, Assembly Member Jim Brennan
Mark Dicus, Church Avenue Business Improvement District
Victor Ortiz, Maimonides Hospital
Mathieu Eugene, Council Member 40th District

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The regular monthly meeting of the 70th Precinct Community Council was called to order at 7:49 p.m. President Ed Powell greeted all and invited everyone to join him in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. President Powell then acknowledged the various representatives of elected officials and other distinguished guests present at the meeting (see above).

President Powell cited the passing of Rabbi Zvi Florence who coordinated the Council’s Annual Street Fair for, at least, the past 10 years. Rabbi Florence, a beloved friend of the 70th Precinct, passed away on March 23, 2010 and the funeral was held on March 24th, 2010. He will be deeply missed.

This year, the Street Fair will be held April 25th on Church Avenue between Argyle Road and East 10th Street.

President Powell announced that the recent talent show “Brooklyn South Got Talent” had a wonderful turnout. The 70th Precinct sold tickets in the amount of $435.00; all proceeds go the 70th Precinct Community Council. President Powell thanked Officer Kim Walker for doing an exceptional job.

A poetry slam sponsored by Cops for Kids, the 70 Precinct and Voices Seeking Change, Inc. will be held March 25th, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Manna’s Soul Food Restaurant.

NYPD 70th Precinct Blood Drive will be held Wednesday March 21st, 2010 at 154 Lawrence Avenue from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. You must have a photo ID, weigh at least 110 lbs., and be between 16 and 75 years of age.

Assemblywoman Rhoda Jacobs is co-sponsoring with Councilmember Mathieu Eugene, Councilmember Jumaane Williams, and Assemblyman Karim Camara Citizenship Application Assistance Day on April 17th, 2010 at Brooklyn College Student Center at East 27th Street and Campus Road. The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Officer Tim Mercer announced a basketball game between the 69th and 70th Precincts on April 28th which is sponsored by Cops for Kids.

Message from Community Board 14 – Beverly Kirkpatrick
Their annual Youth Conference will be held on April 29th, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Brooklyn College Student Center. She thanked Lt. Bourne and Officers Walker and Shafidiya for their participation in all the meetings.

Father Michael Perry, the priest at Our Lady of Refuge R.C. Church read an amusing piece that member, Blossom Klass wanted to share with the Council.

Simon Strowe, an Auxillary Police Officer, announced the importance of filling out and returning the census form. He emphasized the fact that the information is kept confidential.

Council Member Matheiu Eugene also discussed the importance of the Census. He stated that it meant more funding and more resources for our community. He announced that City Council is fighting to try to save metro cards for students, centers and other facilities for senior citizens, daycare centers and firehouses. He stated that we must work hard to support our community boards. He promised to continue to raise public awareness about strokes and asthma. We must do everything possible to prevent these diseases. He thanked everyone for their help during and after the Haiti catastrophe.


Report from the Commanding Officer.

Commander Monteforte announced that on February 26th, 2010, School Crossing Guard Ms. Huldah Durante passed away from at stroke at Maimonides Hospital. Ms. Durante was employed and served with the NYPD (70th Precinct) for nine years. Her post was on Flatbush and Snyder Avenues, serving the children of P.S. 6 and Explore Charter School. She was loved by her children who all called her Mom. She was laid to rest on May 9th. May she rest in peace.

On Sunday, February 28th 2010 the Muslim community celebrated the birth of the prophet Mohammed with a procession on Coney Island Avenue. 700 people marched.

Also, on Sunday, February 28th, 2010 the Jewish community celebrated Purim with family and friends at their homes within the 70th Precinct. All went well.

On April 25, 2010, Patrol Borough Brooklyn South will be hosting the Annual Community/Precinct Unity Showcase from 10:am to 6:pm, in Prospect Park. There will be entertainment, food, games and refreshments for both children and adults.

Cops of the Month
Officer Rusian Matviiv
Officer Joshua Stewart
Officer Donald Barton
Officer Jesus Carrilto
Officer Christopher Deats
Officer Allison Rodriguez
Officer Damon McMullen
Officer Albert Romano

On February 20th Officers Rusian Matviiv and Joshua Stewart responded to a dispute at Club Temptation at 4:45 a.m. An individual was drunk and had a firearm in his car. Five days later, the two officers effectively responded to a dispute in a hair salon when one individual stabbed another who had a firearm. These two officers are commended for taking two guns off the streets.

On Sunday, March 7th around 8:00 p.m. Officers Donald Barton and Jesus Carrilto heard shots fired around Foster and Bedford Avenues. The officers gave chase to three individuals and saw one of them throw something away. They found a 380 caliber gun from which seven (7) rounds had been discharged.

Officers Christopher Deats and Allison Rodriguez are part of the Sector Team and work midnights. These two officers were on Avenue J and Coney Island Avenue and heard shots being fired. They went towards 12th Street where a victim had been shot in the chest and leg and later died. The officers started chasing a suspect down 12th Street. While being pursued, the suspect threw away a firearm. They continued to pursue him and he also threw away a knife. The officers continued to chase him down a dark alley and finally apprehended the suspect. He was a 19 year old gang member wanted for four (4) killings and is wanted for two (2) killings in the 72nd Precinct in the last two (2) years.

Officers Damon McMullen and Albert Romano work the midnight tours. They went into a building near Regent Place and East 21st Street that is a known drug location. They checked the building and left. While walking south on E. 21st Street, towards Beverley Road they heard shots being fired. Then there were a second round of shots. In a manner that is typical of the 70th Precinct’s “Finest,” these brave officers gravitated towards the gunfire at tremendous personal risk, subdued the perpetrators and removed more dangerous criminals and weapons from our community.

THANK YOU, to our Cops of the Month and to every Police Officer who serves and protects our community.

Open Forum with Inspector Monteforte and Responses.

Respectfully submitted,

Mary McRae
Nathan Thompson