Ulrich and Gulluscio square off in debate Oct 30, 2009
In order to achieve this goal, both Ulrich and Gulluscio acknowledged it was critical to work with Gateway National Recreation Area, which manages the space. Ulrich also urged residents to place pressure on Congressmen Anthony Weiner and Gregory Meeks, who have either in the past or currently represent that area, and to not underestimate the impact of volunteerism. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Park Service averages 11 searches a day, study finds Oct 20, 2009
The study also said that in 2005, half of the operations were in just five spots: Arizona s Grand Canyon National Park, New York s Gateway National Recreation Area, California s Yosemite National Park, Colorado s Rocky Mountain National Park, and Nevada s Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The costs vary widely depending on the rescue s difficulty, the terrain, and the equipment necessary, he said. (Boston Globe)
Gulluscio testifies at Gateway meeting Oct 2, 2009
Frank Gulluscio, the Democratic candidate for the 32nd Council District, attended Gateway National Recreation Area s meeting on Sunday, Sept. 27th at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Gulluscio, who is running against incumbent Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) submitted comments to Gateway officials regarding their new management plan for the park. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
A light at the end of the recession Sep 6, 2009
Apply: Mail resume, cover letter to: Gateway National Recreation Area. 210 New York Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305. (New York Post -- Business)
Hurricane barrier proposal in Queens Jun 19, 2009
Halcrow said the barrier would be created from either armor rock or concrete armor units, be constructed in a manner that would neither adversely affect wildlife nor alter the natural beauty of Gateway National Recreation Area. Needless to say, the structure would also require a surge of funding to finance $5. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Setting the stage for conservation May 23, 2009
Saturday May 23, 2009. Wetlands at Udalls Cove. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
JFK has most bird strikes, FAA reports May 8, 2009
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating whether Canada geese, pictured here, are to blame for the majority of bird strikes (Queens Chronicle, NY)
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating whether Canada geese, pictured here, are to blame for the majority of bird strikes. (photo by Ray G. Foster)"> May 8, 2009
Queens Chronicle - JFK has most bird strikes, FAA reports. JFK has most bird strikes, FAA reports by Stephen Geffon, Chronicle Contributor05/07/2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
JFK airport neighbors: wetlandsand birds Apr 28, 2009
It's part of the Gateway National Recreation Area. Wildlife experts say it's home to more than 325 species of birds, some of them year-round residents and others migratory travelers along the Atlantic Flyway. (MSNBC -- Environment)