nypd columbia association august/december 2015 newsletter
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Columbia Association of the Police Department, City of New York
COLUMBIA NEWs
Affiliated with the National Council of Columbia Associations
In Civil Service, Inc. and the National Coalition of
Italian American Law Enforcement Organizations
Fraternity n Integrity n Charity
VOL.49, NO. 3 August— December 2015 SINCE 1932
ONLINE ISSUE
Our President’s
Message….
I hope everyone is taking advantage of this extended “Summer” that we have experienced over the last two months. I hope Old Man Winter gives us a break this year. We sure could use it. There is so much to cover in this double issue, so here goes…
On Friday, November 13, Paris, France was the victim of a shooting rampage, explosions and mass hostage-taking. Their President, François Hollande, called it an unprecedented terrorist attack and immediate-ly announced sharply increased border controls and heightened police powers as it mobilized the military in a national emergency. In the end, 129 people were murdered and another 350 or more were injured, many of them critically. This coordinated, well-planned and, sadly, well-executed series of assaults on innocent civil-ians was deliberate, ideologically motivated, and carefully targeted. These Islamic radicals know who their enemies are, and have for decades. It is we, or at least some of our leaders, who have forgotten who is under attack. After the September 11th attacks here in New York City, I vividly recall people lined-up on both sides of the West Side Highway cheering every passing police vehicle while proudly waving the American flag. Now, less than fifteen years later, the police are vilified and it seems as though many have forgotten what this so-called “JV squad” is capable of.
Congress has allowed the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act to lapse, jeopardizing thousands of ailing 9/11 first-responders and their families. The pending legislation would have permanently extended benefits to the victims who are suffering from 9/11 related illnesses. In the short term, medical care will continue. The health program is so well run that it has enough money to keep operating for a few months more, so that our first responders and survivors can see their doctors and receive treatment. I would ask you all to contact your elected officials and demand that they support a permanent extension of this bill. The clock is ticking.
As many of you already know, the Columbia Association organized its first Cigar Event fifteen years ago. Many things have changed since then including the Clean Indoor Air Act. One thing has not changed; our Cigar Event is always a top-notch. Our 15th Annual Cigar Event was a huge success. I would like to thank the folks at Grand Havana Room for hosting us this year. And a very special thank you to Michael Herklots from Nat Sherman for supporting us in every way possible. We couldn’t do it without you.
After being postponed several times, the Anthony Venditti Motorcycle Run took place on October 18th. Detective Venditti was slain in the line of duty on January 21, 1986 at St. Nicholas Avenue and Myrtle Avenue while on an undercover assignment. As a result of this tragedy the Ridgewood community came to-gether and re-named the street where he died in his honor “Det. Anthony J. Venditti Square” on January 20, 1989. We here at Columbia will never forget the sacrifice that Anthony made nor the dedication of his moth-er Anna.
We are looking for members in good standing to become delegates at their respective commands. Del-egates are responsible to register members of their command and give said membership and dues to their Borough Trustee. Becoming a delegate can lead to a position on the Board of Officers. Do you have the time to dedicate to the Columbia Association? If you are interested in becoming a delegate for a command, please contact your Borough Trustee or any member of the Executive Board.
In closing, I want to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a Merry Christmas and a
Happy & Healthy New Year. I look forward to seeing you all at our first General Meeting on January, 26.
PAGE 2 Columbia News August —December 2015
Executive Board
President Richard Angeletti (718) 822-5815
1st Vice President Emanuel Rossi ( 845) 902-0175
2nd Vice President Kendra Damante (718) 972-7871
Executive Secretary Louis J. Balsamo (718) 845-2201
Treasurer Anthony Burgio (212) 741-4851
Recording Secretary Christopher J. Pizzo (516) 318-3545
Corresponding Sec Anthony Quagliariello (646) 210-9170
Sergeant At Arms Salvatore Ferrante (718) 637-4151
Editor Andrew Carraro (718) 869-9988
Public Relations John DelGaudio (917) 757-1456
Financial Secretaries
Manhattan R.J. Coleman (212) 477-9790
Brooklyn Michael Spezio (646) 634-7223
Queens Dyanne Marzano (718) 279-5200
Bronx Steven Berger (718) 548-1250
Staten Island John Peruffo (718) 815-8608
Retiree's Nat Infurna (516) 747-1389
Trustees
Manhattan Anthony Cucuzza (347) 672-5024
Manhattan Michael Alfieri (917) 575-0009
Manhattan Sebastiano Bonanno (646)210-9418
Brooklyn Alessio Bono (347) 538-9161
Brooklyn John Passarella (516) 512-7015
Queens Stephen Salazer (718) 533-2011
Queens Michael Mongelli (516) 732-7961
Bronx Richard Citarella (718) 292-6161
Staten Island
Citywide Louis Corrente (718) 670-9721
Directors & Advisors
Life Member Rep Phil Rapaci Sr. (718) 758-4475
Special Assistant to
the President Phil Panzarella (631) 965-7290
Travel. John Martini (718) 848- 1858
Health Dr. Brian Mignola (718) 816-9056
Health Dr. Joseph J. Ciuffo (718) 541-8962
Legal Stuart Salles (212) 267-9090
Legal James Moschella (212) 233-3800
Spiritual DC Msgr. Robert Romano (646) 610-6472
Spiritual Msgr. David Cassato (718) 259-9146
The
editOr’s
Blog
New York City Police Department
Columbia Association
Board of Officers wwwnypdcolumbia.org
Hello Columbia Members,
How was the remainder of 2015 for
everyone? I hope everyone enjoyed
the summer and fall. With 2016 up-
on us its time to talk membership
again. I reiterate from this time last
year that the associations backbone
is the membership. Delegates please
start getting ready to collect dues
and sign up new members. Reach
out to new personnel in your com-
mand the members might be also
searching for you. Lets make 2016 a year of positive membership gains.
There is a lot of movement in the
NYPD now. It is important for the
delegates to track down your mem-
bers. January 26th is the first gen-
eral meeting of the new year. I invite
every member to attend. Lots of in-
formation is disseminated at our
general meeting. Along with good
food and laughs you will enjoy every
minute. Command delegates put to-
gether a group and take a table at
the meetings, There is always plenty
of room. We will be repeating most
of our annual event again this year,
so check our website and facebook
page for times, dates and location.
Till next time….
PAGE 3 Columbia News August– December 2015
The Retired
Desk
Retired Desk by Nat Infurna
Retired Members Financial Secretary
MEMBERSHIP as of Nov 30, 2015
Retired..........................418
Life............................1052
Delinquent................ 50
DELINQUENTS
Dom Digennaro
Keith Maresca
Frank Parker
Dan Alferi
Anthony Digregorio
Ed Martello
Jerome Parrino
Vincent Aprea Sr
Vincent Esposito
Anthony Mastandria
Michael Rossano
Sal Bertocci
Ray Foy
Michael Morra
Ed Roome
Bruce Bovino
Robert Gentile
Dan Sacco
Lenny Torricelli
Anthony Padula
John Moore
Lou Russell
Peter Calabrese
Robert Jennings
Joseph Larusso
Andrew Nolfo
Vincent Cianco
Michael Leto
Lawrence Nunziata
Ted Seltzer
Robert Concillio
Ignatius Licato
Rich Ornstein
Robert Sena
Robert Cotumaccio
William Macbride
John Paccione
Demetrios Skordas
Vincent Damadio
William Marchello
NEW LIFE MEMBER
Michael Marino
STAY SAFE / PRAYERS FOR ALL SICK MEMBERS
Death Announcements
Life Member
Vincent J DeSario
Life Member
John P. Scaffardi
Life Member
Louis Pioli
Life Member
Daniel E. DePaulis
Sister Of Past President
Paul DiGicomo
Diane DiGiacomo
PAGE 9 Columbia News August—December 2015
2016 Important Dates
General Meetings
January 26th, 2016
February 23rd, 2016
March 22th , 2016
April 26th, 2016
May 24th , 2016
June 28rd, 2016
Sept. 27nd, 2016
Nov 22th, 2016
All meeting are held at the
Italian Charities of America
83-20 Queens Blvd
Elmhurst, NY
*October General Meeting is held Post Columbus Day Parade
Columbus Day Parade 2016
Monday October 10th, 2016
Flyer to follow
2016 Events
Watch for event flyer and Dates on our website, facebook , twitter
And future Newsletters
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