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North Surry baseball icon Tony Martin used to tease David Mabe about why he wasnt inducted into the Surry County Sports Hall of Fame yet.

Mabe laughed as he replied to the 2015 Hall of Fame inductee.

Because Im an umpire now and Ive made everybody mad, he joked.

The two liked to poke fun at each other since both are legends in the sport of baseball. Martin knew Mabes inclusion in the Hall of Fame was more a matter of when than if, for one of this years inductees. Mabe carries a lore of his own as one of the greatest baseball players to ever compete in Surry County and North Carolina.

Mabes name is still plastered atop lists both state and nationwide more than 35 years after graduating from East Surry. In the case of his 640 career strikeouts, which holds the state record and is 10th in the nation, Mabe said it will likely never be touched.

Mabe stood out in every league he participated in, from Little League through high school and into college. Once his playing career ended, Mabe decided to give back and become an official for baseball, volleyball and basketball, among others.

His determination to be the best led Mabe to incredible success as a player and official, making him a high-quality selection for the Hall of Fame.

Im honored and humbled by my selection to the Surry County Sports Hall of Fame, Mabe said. Im not going to be able to meet the other recipients right now because of COVID, but hopefully things are back to normal next year. Im praying so.

A budding superstar

David Mabe had the tremendous advantage of having great role models in his life. First and foremost was his father, Russell.

My daddy loved me, Mabe said. He pushed me hard to play baseball. There were marks in the front of our house where I would throw and he would catch. I wouldnt be the pitcher I was without him pushing me.

Mabe holds his father in high regard. Russell supported David in all his ventures, baseball or otherwise, until his death in 1991.

In high school, Mabe had phenomenal coaches such as Barry Hall, Harry Downs and Jim Morgan. Specifically of Downs, Mabe said: Harry Downs means a lot to me. Hes a fine human being and I think a lot of Harry. He really meant a lot to us players.

Even before that, Mabe was a Westfield boy who credits much of his success to Richard Buzz Hauser.

I got a lot from his way of coaching, Mabe said. It was a lot of character building that wasnt easy. I owe Buzz a lot. Hes a tough man.

He attended Westfield Elementary through eighth grade and then made the leap to high school in 1980. Mabe said Hausers guidance made his transition a lot easier.

Cardinal legend Barry Hall had a lot of talented players and teams in his 41 years. Mabe was part of the first great team Hall had since he began coaching 1975.

The first few weeks, Barry pitched the seniors, Mabe said, referring to his freshman season in 1981. They struggled a bit and I got to throw more and more. I actually got to play a few games.

The 1981 season was the only season during Mabes career that East Surry missed the playoffs. Only one team per conference went to the postseason and Mabe said that South Stokes, coached by Barry Halls brother Bruce, usually won the conference.

When South won the conference by a game in 1981, Barry Hall took the team to watch the first-round playoff game to get a point across.

I remember walking up to the parking lot after the game and Coach said, This is the only time were going to do that. This is what it feels like when you dont win. And it was, Mabe said.

The next season, Mabe took on an increased role. He finished 17-2 on the mound and tossed 199 strikeouts, which only one other player in N.C. history had surpassed at that point.

Theres no telling how many games that Barry Hall pulled me out of after five innings and I had no-hitters or one-hitters, Mabe said. I never even thought about stuff like that back then. I was just glad I was out so Id rest and then start the next game.

East Surry won the Northwest Conferences spot in the Class AAA playoffs that year. After defeating Alexander Central, East Rowan and South Point, the Cardinals reached the State Championship series against East Bladen.

After pitching all seven innings in the first game in a double header, Mabe didnt start Game Two. Hall subbed him in after East Bladen put runners on base in the second. Mabe threw the next five innings just hours after pitching a full game.

East Surry won the game 2-1 to advance to the sudden death game. Mabe wasnt able to throw in Game Three after overworking in the first two. The Cardinals dropped the decisive game 6-0.

I really wish we couldve won one for Barry, Mabe said.

Breaking records

Mabes strikeout numbers decreased as a junior and he finished 14-4 on the mound. East Surry still managed to win the Northwest Conference, but lost to Salisbury in the AAA regional semifinals.

He didnt have much time to rest as American Legion Baseball soon took over his life that summer. A team in Mocksville, coached by Ron Morgan, saw the incredible talent from Surry and Yadkin counties and decided to recruit players from the area.

Ron Morgan owned a construction company, and he gave me his company credit card so that I could fill up with gas every day and drive to Mocksville, Mabe said.

Just like he did for East Surry, Mabe thrived on the mound for legion baseball.

He recalls driving to Kannapolis for a game in which he was originally slated to serve as a designated hitter. The starting pitcher gave up a few early hits so Morgan pulled him and subbed Mabe on the mound in the second inning.

Mabe set a new American Legion record for strikeouts thrown by a non-starting pitcher with 18 in eight innings.

It was just one of those weird nights where everything went right, Mabe said. I cant really explain it.

Mabes last season of high school baseball was next and his mindset was that he and teammate Robert Gordan, someone Mabe said should also be in the Hall of Fame, had to step up as leaders on the young team

Im a senior, he said. How can I expect my teammates to do all the work when Robert and I were starters all four years. I had to be the catalyst.

Mabe beat his previous tally of 199 strikeouts by setting a new NCHSAA record with 209 strikeouts that season. That currently sits at fifth all-time.

The regular season ended with a three-way tie for first in the conference between East, Starmount and Surry Central. Because 1984 was the first year that more than just the conference champions could make the state playoffs, the tournament would determine which two advanced to the postseason.

The bracket ended up pitting East Surry and Mount Airy against one another in one semifinal, and Surry Central and Starmount in the other. All East needed to do to make the playoffs was beat Mount Airy, then the championship result would only determine seeding.

East reached the championship game, qualifying for playoffs, but fell to Starmount in the finals. A win in the first round of state playoffs set up a rematch. This time, East Surry defeated the Rams 7-5.

I didnt have an extraordinary game pitching, but I did have a home run down the right-field line, Mabe said.

His high school career ended soon after as East fell to Salisbury once again in the regional semifinals.

Mabe graduated high school with the following accomplishments in baseball:

Three-time All-State selection, four-time All-Conference selection, 658 career strikeouts still stands as an NCHSAA record and is 10th in the nation, NCHSAA second-most career wins (48), NCHSAA first and third in single-season strikeouts (209 in 1984, 199 in 1982), 380.2 innings pitched, .425 batting average, one perfect game, two no-hitters, 12 1-hitters, eight 2-hitters, seven 3-hitters.

Transition to officiating

Mabe attended various colleges and universities after graduating from East in 1984.

He started out at East Carolina, but got hurt in the fall season and was redshirted. He then transferred to Walter State Community College in Tennessee.

Mabe caught the attention of Division-I scouts at Walter State and earned a scholarship to Wake Forest. He was only at Wake Forest for a year due to a coaching change, but Mabe said he did pitch a no-hitter against UNC-Asheville and remembers having good games against the likes of N.C. State and Clemson.

Still thinking he may get drafted, Mabe finished out his college career at Elon.

By then my arm was exhausted, Mabe said.

When his baseball career ended, Mabe transitioned into officiating high school and small college events. This is something he had his eye on even before his playing career ended.

I feel, personally, just as proud of my 30 years of officiating in the county as any of my baseball accomplishments, Mabe said. All the experiences I had as a player built me to be such a fair umpire myself. Its all about being square and calling it down the middle. No matter their age, kids need to learn about fairness.

Mabe has umpired more than 2,000 college baseball games alone and has no plans to stop anytime soon. Hes also officiated high school baseball, high school football, high school and college volleyball and high school and college basketball.

Just like when he played baseball, Mabe strives to be the absolute best official he can be and take on bigger and bigger jobs. In baseball, Mabe served as Crew Chief Umpire 2005 4A Baseball Championships.

He is already a nationally ranked volleyball referee and wants to keep climbing the ladder. He belongs to the Professional Association of Volleyball Officials (PAVO), was a referee in the 2008 NCHSAA 4A Volleyball Championship and was head official for the NCAA Div II 2009-2010 Southeast Regional Volleyball Championship.

Mabe was set to officiate for the Missouri Valley Association this fall, but COVID-19 cancelled fall sports. He said hes interested to see how things work in the spring when there are a lot of sports that usually play in different seasons competing simultaneously.

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Awarded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities program, which is administered by the Connecticut Department of Housing with funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, eligible projects must be in a municipality with fewer than 50,000 residents and have a focus on improving neighborhoods, eliminating blight, and attracting economic development.

These grants go a long way toward improving neighborhoods so that we can make our communities more attractive and encourage continued growth for the benefit of all of our residents,Governor Lamont said. They also create good jobs at good wages that help keep people employed across our state.

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The former tailor shop received an extreme makeover, Salem edition.

Photo by Matt Ortins/Luxe Life Productions

121 North St., SalemPrice: $665,000Size: 1,766 square feetBedrooms: 2Baths: 1.5

When she set out to renovate this previously unassuming Salem property, owner Lindsay Fair had an aesthetic in mind: Witchy modern. Built in 1971 as a small bait shop, the single-story building was expanded to be 900 square feet in the 80s when it was converted into a tailor shop. That was until last year, when Fair bought it with a vision of adding a second floor and repurposing the petite commercial space as a unique single-family home. To achieve that gothic look, she worked with Steve Livermore of Livermore Architecture, designing the steeply peaked roof lines after the Salem Witch House and The House of Seven Gables. Vertical charcoal-hued siding, black windows, and contemporary dormers rounded out the sleek, moody exterior.

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For information, contact Elizabeth Fair, Armstrong Field Real Estate, armstrongfield.com.

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Recognition of Architectural Review Board Chairman, Frank Gunther, AIA

By the Mayor & Board of Trustees

Mayor Dominick Longobardi

Tonight, the Village Board of Trustees is recognizing the Chairperson of the Village of Floral Parks Architectural Review Board (ARB) upon his retirement. On behalf of the Board of Trustee and the residents of Floral Park, thank you to Frank and Gail Gunther who have been so generous to the Floral Park community by serving and volunteering in so many organizations over these many years.

I would like to thank Frank especially this evening for his outstanding service as the Chairman of the Floral Park ARB. Frank has been the Chairman since 2003 and in that role he has helped many homeowners make their homes better because of his contributions to their design and construction projects. Frank always gave that little bit extra of his time and talent to make the home become that much more special. Architects enjoyed presenting before Frank and many were inspired by his ideas and leadership. Frank is a wonderful person and talented architect. He could enhance home designs and maintain the integrity of the charm and aesthetics of the Village homes, buildings and properties. Everyone benefited from his expertise.

I offer Gail a special thank you for sharing Frank with the Village these many years. There are many guests participating in the Zoom tribute tonight who wanted to recognize you, Frank and I will be turning it over to them shortly. Before I do, I just want to say now that the Zoom meeting platform is being widely used, you cannot retire. You are only a Zoom call away. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all that you have contributed to the beauty and charm of the Village of Floral Park these many decades.

I wish you and Gail every happiness as you start the next chapter of your lives in Pennsylvania. Thank you.

Deputy Mayor Kevin Fitzgerald

Frank, I would like to thank you for all of your efforts in making Floral Park look the way it does. It was not until my time on the Village Board that I came to know of the vast influence that you have had in shaping the aesthetics. I think besides all of the buildings and homes that you have approved as Chairman of the ARB, the thing that I will remember the most is the manner in which you worked with residents. You always offered them alternatives and knowing how precious their time was, many times you offered them additional time at the meeting for them to work with their architect to re-present their plans.

I would be remiss if I did not thank you for your guidance and wisdom as a member of the Belmont Task Force.

In closing, Frank thank you for your time and your influence will certainly be felt by many for generations to come. And thank you for showing all of us what a true public servant should look like.

Dr. Lynn Pombonyo, Trustee

Frank, tonight we salute your seventeen (and many more) years of meaningful service and valuable contributions to the residents and businesses of Floral Park. While I could speak for way too long about your extraordinary talents and skills, Ill pick one that I think has had and will have a lasting impact.

That is your ability to createaestheticsolutions to mathematical problems. As the Architectural Review Board (ARB) has considered the designs of ever-increasing numbers of large houses being proposed on some of our smaller pieces of property, we watched in awe as you worked your magic. You shared your vision and wisdom, reimagining the fronts and sides of houses that had been designed to maximize their footprints on the properties; instead, you envisioned their potential beauty. You taught homeowners, architects and all of us about setbacks that are different floor to floor; colorful, decorative siding; eye-catching porches, peaks and turrets; inviting entranceways and doors; breathtaking bay and bow windows that become portraits of lovely, outside landscapes; and so much more. You transformed the standard and routine, and inspired many homeowners and architects to value their homes aesthetic quality, over maximizing the size of their houses on the properties.

You are brilliant, creative and visionary, and your designs dazzle! I dare say, weve all enjoyed working with you and learning from you. Its been an honor.

Thank you for your decades of giving yourself, your time and your talents to the Village of Floral Park, and for making the places we call home beautiful, inside and out. May God bless you always.

Trustee Archie Cheng

Tonight, I am pleased to join the Village Board and the entire Floral Park family in thanking Frank Gunther for his years of service to our beloved Village. As a young boy, I would ride my bike from Braddock Avenue through our Village and knew that someday I wanted to live here. As a newly married couple, Denise and I picked Floral Park as our first home because of its charm, its character and for the beautiful homes.

Many tonight have spoken or will speak as to what Frank has accomplished over the past four plus decades. How through his leadership, he has preserved our character, charm and beauty, and those accolades are well deserved. However, I would like to tell you what Frank did and how he influenced me way back in 1990-91 while I was a trustee for the

Floral Park Bellerose School District. It was in 1990 that I met Frank. The district was about to embark on a most ambitious project. The district needed to build additions to the Floral Park Bellerose School and the John Lewis Childs School. These additions would add much needed classrooms to accommodate our growing student population. We also needed to expand our gymnasiums and make several other improvements. The cost of these improvements was 6.8 million dollars, an amount unheard of back then. We selected Frank and his firm to be our architects. It was a decision that the Board and the district never regretted. While Frank and I argued over fees many times, there was never an argument as to his ingenious architectural eye, his vision, and his way of designing improvements that met our needs while maintaining the character of our beautiful schools. He was at the forefront of our presentations in explaining our need and convincing the voters to approve this expenditure. He was our leader in how to make it happen and probably first and foremost, the architect who created the extensions to be compatible with the existing buildings.

For 40 plus years, Frank has brought that expertise, that tradition for keeping Floral Park what it is, and the ingenuity to help all residents who sought direction. I with the rest of the Village and the Floral Park Bellerose School District thank you for serving our Village so well. I hope you and Gail enjoy your retirement and never change your phone number because I know we will always need your expertise in the future. Thank you.

Trustee Frank Chiara

Congratulations Frank. Id like to thank you for all of your service to the ARB. You will be forever remembered as the Muntin Man as I look at all of the windows in Floral Park. Your attention to detail and your willingness to share your expertise are equally amazing. Most applicants that presented before you at the ARB were left satisfied and even smiling, quite an accomplishment. You always took the time to work with the homeowners and many new architects enjoyed learning from you. The Village of Floral Park is very grateful to you and now with the Zoom capabilities, the Building Department and the ARB will still be able to include you in the meetings. The Village of Floral Park cannot thank you enough. We wish you and your family the best of luck and hope that you enjoy your new home. You will be forever be remembered as The Architect of Floral Park. May God bless you and your family.

BOARD REPORTS

Belmont Redevelopment Project Deputy Mayor Fitzgerald

Last week the ESD released at Proposed Modifications to the 2019 General Project Plan. They are looking to modify 4 specific items: 1) Relocation of 25,000 gross square feet (gsf) of retail from Site A to Site B. No change to total square footage of retail; 2) Replacement of the Site B parking beneath the retail village with a free-standing, aboveground parking structure and related modifications to the Site B site plan; 3) Substitution of the landscaped berm on Site B with a 10-foot wall with plantings and landscaping along the eastern perimeter of Site B; and 4) Inclusion of a hydrogen fuel cell technology option for on-site shuttle buses. Additionally, in the document there is discussions with regards to the new train station and adjustments that are being made to visual barriers as the station is being moved slightly further west than originally planned. It is our understanding that there will be a public hearing on these changes. The document can be found at the ESD website and we will post on our website tomorrow under the Belmont Redevelopment News section.

Fire Department Update Trustee Pombonyo

On an early Sunday morning, November 22nd at 3 a.m., our police and fire departments responded to yet another major fire, this one at a home on Webster Street. Trustee and Fire Commissioner Archie Cheng, who always responds to Village fires, was unable to do so this time and, since I could see the intense flames from my home, which is about a block away, I was right there at the time.

Once again, our fire department, working with several mutual aid departments, did an outstanding job attacking the fire from both inside and out, and putting water on the two adjacent homes (which did suffer siding damage due to the intense heat). Most importantly, the families and their pets all got out of their homes safely and were taken care of by our dedicated Rescue Squad and their very kind neighbors. The fire was extinguished in about ninety minutes with the use of two tower ladders, including Floral Parks. The house on fire suffered extensive damage, but we are grateful that there were no serious injuries or fatalities, and the fire did not spread.

Several neighbors on Webster Street asked me to convey their tremendous gratitude to our fire and police departments for their courage and hard work in saving lives and property.

This was the third Village fire in eight weeks. Indeed, thanks to Floral Parks bravest and finest from all of Floral Park. And we wish the families, whose homes were so damaged by the fire, well.

Conservation Society Trustee Pombonyo

Thanksgiving weekend continued to be a busy time at Centennial Gardens with over 500 visitors entering and enjoying the beautiful fall foliage during the very sunny, warm and pleasant days. On Sunday, the 29th, the Gardens closed for the winter, leaving the outer brick path open and benches available for viewing nature as winter approaches.

All our Centennial Gardens fans will want to take a look at the Centennial Gardens 2021 Calendar. It is filled with magnificent photos of the flowers, trees and birds that make our Gardens so unique and special. Please check the Floral Park Centennial Gardens Facebook page, take a peek, and get your own copy of this lovely photo journal.

Covert Avenue Chamber of Commerce and Our Businesses Trustee Pombonyo

We congratulate the Park Place restaurant on their move to a new and exciting location, the Olde Trading Post restaurant in New Hyde Park. We wish them great success and look forward to the possibility of their continuing a business in Floral Park as well.

Work on the site of the fire will continue, as the property owners and our Building Department move the recovery process forward.

Meanwhile, on Covert and Tulip Avenues and Jericho Turnpike, the holiday season has arrived. Suggestions for your holiday shopping include strolling along our business thoroughfares and looking for new and different gift ideas in our beautifully decorated store windows; checking the individual business websites and Facebook pages to view the merchandise and learn about all the specials; and perusing the Covert Avenue and Floral Park Chambers of Commerce Facebook pages and/or websites to see all that our local businesses bring to a joyous holiday season. And, now, please SHOP, EAT, SPEND AND ENJOY LOCAL as we all support our Floral Park and Stewart Manor businesses.

Our Holiday Season Trustee Pombonyo

Thanks to our residents and businesses for the sparkling holiday decorations and lights that have begun to adorn our neighborhoods. Enjoy walking and driving throughout the Village to take in these beautiful displays as well as the magnificent Christmas trees which will shine brightly in the coming weeks.

Fire Department Trustee Cheng

Inasmuch as I could not respond to the house fire on Webster, I want to thank Lynn for giving the report on our Departments response. We are all thankful that there were no injuries and as always thanks to the Fire Department for their bravery and dedication.

Third Track & LIRR Trustee Cheng

The three new elevators at the Floral Park train station are currently being tested and testing should be completed by the end of December. They all should be in service the first week of January if the test results show safe operation. Sound and retaining wall installation on the north side of the main line Right of Way (ROW) near Charles Street is now slated to begin the end of January. All materials have been procured so there should be no more delays.

Library Trustee Chiara

At the Library, the Food for Fines program was very successful. The overwhelming generosity of the patrons allowed the library staff to make multiple trips to the Our Lady of Victory food pantry with a large amount of food donations. With all that is going on with this pandemic our patrons showed how much they cared for all others who are in need. Im sure it helped make for a Happy Thanksgiving. THANK YOU to all who donated.

The Library virtual programs continue and a Holiday Concert with Niamh Hyland will be held on December 13, at 4 p.m. Niamh, a former Floral Park resident, will sing well-known holiday tunes. Her performance of Silent Night in several languages, including Gaelic, is not to be missed. Those interested can register online or call the reference desk for assistance. This Library Holiday Concert will be held on zoom.

On Monday, December 14,from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the St. Francis Hospital health van will be curbside at the Library. The van will offer free health screening, including free flu shots. No appointments are necessary.

Building Department Trustee Chiara

The Building Department, with the assistance of DPW, installed a mail slot to the right of the front door for use during times when the department is closed or for those wishing to maintain social distancing. Starting January 1, all Building Department forms will be updated and posted on the Village website. There will be minor modifications to most forms and some new forms will be added to expedite disapprovals if a variance is needed and a process to implement full electronic review of drawings.

A Covert Avenue debris clean-up will start on Monday Dec. 7th, weather permitting. This clean-up will include debris outside and inside of the buildings affected by the recent fire. The main structures will remain, until all debris removal is completed and the buildings are further evaluated.

Police Department Trustee Chiara

The Floral Park Police Dept. is helping coordinate Tricias Kids 2nd Annual Toy Donation Drive-by on Saturday, December 5 staring at 12 p.m. Participants please arrive at the Carlton Parking Lot at 11:30 a.m. The car parade will start in the parking lot across from 1 Floral Blvd., ending at 200 West Poplar St. Unwrapped toys can be donated to make for a brighter Christmas for children who are in need. The rain date is Sunday, December 6.

This event is in support of the efforts of the Big Brothers and Sisters and the John Theissen childrens foundations.

Check out the Tuesdays Traffic Tips on the Floral Park Police Dept. Facebook page for updates on helpful traffic tips. With the holiday season upon us, the Police Dept. reminds all to be careful while driving within our community and please obey all traffic laws. Also remove, as soon as possible, packages that are delivered to your homes or ask your neighbors to do so to avoid any unwanted events.

Mayors Report Mayor Longobardi

Mayor Longobardi reported that the Annual Tree Lighting at Memorial Park is scheduled for December 4, 2020, at 6 p.m. The Junior Womens Club of Floral Park and Our Lady of Victory help coordinate this wonderful evening. Fr. Tom Fusco will be blessing the Manger at 6 p.m. followed by the lighting of the tree. Due to Governor Cuomos most recent COVID-19 regulations, the Tree Lighting will be virtual only. You are all invited to join us on Facebook for the live streaming of this special tradition. The recent Governors Executive Orders unfortunately do not allow crowds to gather so to keep everyone safe please enjoy it virtually and visit the tree with your family during the holiday season. The Village and many of its organizations are creating special events to help all of us enjoy the holidays safely this season. Perhaps you can enjoy dinner at a local a restaurant, shop locally and enjoy the neighborhood to celebrate the holidays.

Thank you to the brave volunteers of the Floral Park Fire Department who responded d to the fire on Webster Avenue. It was a very serious fire and fortunately, resident and their family pets were evacuated safely and the fire was extinguished in under two hours. It is a testament to the amazing group of volunteers in the Fire Department and Rescue Squad along with our DPW, Building Department and Police Department employees who provided their expertise in these dangerous situations. Thank you to Trustee Lynn Pombonyo who responded for the Board of Trustees and reported details earlier.

Finally, on behalf of the Longobardi family, I would like thank everyone in the community for their outpouring of well wishes and texts to express their concern for all of the members of my family during the past few weeks. We are very touched and truly appreciative.

There is one more meeting on December 15for the 2020 year. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to thank everyone for their kindness and patience throughout the unprecedented events of this past year. Floral Park is the model community of showing what we can do to help each other when we all work together. We wish all of you and your families and friends a very safe and Happy Holiday season. Please support the local businesses and enjoy the holidays close to home in Floral Park, truly the greatest place to live. Thank you.

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There are 99federal subsidizedunits at the Charles Street complex, which houses people62 years old and up and peoplewith disabilities.The former mill building is overseen by SHP Management Corp., a private company, and not the Newburyport Housing Authority.

The announcement of a second resident testing positive comes less than two months after SHP said a second employee tested positive for the potentially fatal virus.

Company President Matt Brucker said no other residents have tested positive since the announcement.

"As far as I know, it's only one. We are confident all residents make us aware when there's a positive test," Brucker said.

In response to the positive test,SHP distributed a flyer asking residents to adhere to allCenters for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines and practice good hygiene.

"Behave as if everyone is positive because we just don't know who may be positive," Brucker said.

At the time of the positive test, contractors weremaking electrical upgrades, installing new kitchen cabinets, and making general repairsto theconverted brick mill building. Brucker said those projectswould resume in about a week.

But James Steam Mill resident Clive Lee called for all nonessential work to cease until residentsare vaccinated.

"Its simple, it has always been simple. Why paint doors that dont need painting? The carpet is serviceable and presentable it can wait to be replaced. The kitchens are serviceable no need to upgrade them now," Lee said in an email. "We have a pandemic raging and they carry on regardless."

The first James Steam Mill resident tested positive in late May or early June while in the hospital. A similar flyer was distributed to residents but repairs to an inoperative elevator continued on schedule. Brucker said Thursday the project was completed "a couple months ago."

Word of the facility's first COVID-19 case comes as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve the firstvaccinenext week. Earlier this week, CDC officials voted to distribute the first batch of vaccines to nursing home residents, others in residential care facilities and health care workers.

Since the pandemic hit the U.S. in late February, those living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities have been among the hardest hit groups in the nation with tens of thousands of deaths recorded. To date, more than 270,000 people have died from the virus in the U.S.

Brucker said he has yet to hear fromU.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development officials as to whether James Steam Mill residentswould be among the first in line to receive vaccinations.

"We basically know what you know by watching the news," Bruckertold a Daily News reporter.

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