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NOVEMBER 2018
LIGRALIGRA Long Island Gasoline Retailers Association, Inc.& Allied Trades
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Now, more than ever, LIGRA is Your Resource for Health Plans & Employee BenefitsWith the pending changes to the Affordable Care Act. (ACA). We at LIGRA, areworking to stay ahead of events and keep you aware of all changes to you and youremployee health benefits. These are some of the health insurance options we offer:• An overview of the Trump Executive order• Guidance and support on ACA and Exchange eligibility compliance for you andyour employees.• One stop service from the time you enroll, through renewal, and all your needs and questions throughout the year. • Easy monthly billing • New Employee Benefit Plan Options from Oxford, Empire BC/BS, Emblem,Guardian Dental, HealthPlex Dental and supplemental plans from Colonial!• Health Advocate, a claims and medical management service to all LIGRA members enrolled in health benefits.
We will be holding on line webinars on Tuesday, November 13th, and Thursday November 15th, to review your options available only throughLIGRA Health insurance plans, and answer your questions, and assist with enrollment in a new health plan. You must register either by phone to our office 631-755-5550 or [email protected] as to which session you will be logging into. We will send you the log in credentials.LIGRA is committed to keeping you informed, we look forward to working with you in the future.
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The LIGRA BulletinOfficial Publication of
The L.I. Gasoline Retailers Association270 Spagnoli Road, Suite 203
Melville, N.Y. 11747(631) 755-5550 • Fax: (631) 755-5537__________________________
Written permission must be obtained to reprint articles or stories published in the LIGRA Bulletin. Send inquiries to: Long Island Gasoline Re-
tailers Association, Inc. 270 Spagnoli Road, Suite 203, Melville, NY 11747
LIGRA is not liable for any claims made by advertisers and publisher may reject any advertisement at any time.
OFFICERS & DIRECTORSPRESIDENT
Steve [email protected]
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDAndy Harris
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENTKevin Beyer
VICE PRESIDENT, LEGISLATIONSergio Celikoyar
TREASURERNick Tembelis
SERGEANT-AT-ARMSZvi Landau
DIRECTORRobert [email protected]
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORChris Daniello
OFFICE STAFFAccounts Manager
Benefits AdministratorMarianne Trucano
FIELD REPRESENTATIVESBill Walker
[email protected] Gamblin
SPECIAL PROjECTS Heather Weiss [email protected]
LIGRA GENERAL COUNSELForchelli, Deegan & Terrana, LLP
Andrea Tsoukalas [email protected]
LIGRA LOBBYISTWilliam A. Schnell & Associates, Inc.
Bruce W. Geiger & [email protected]
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Chris [email protected]
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Written permission must be obtained to reprint articles or stories published in the LIGRA Bulletin. Send inquiries to: Long Island Gasoline Retailers Association, Inc.
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“It’s my land, why can’t I do what I want with it?”This question is often asked by clients who consultus after purchasing a piece of property only to findout that their proposed use is not permitted under thelocal zoning code. Or, even worse, that it is prohibitedby a private restrictive covenant. Unfortunately – andfar too often – this realization is made after title hasalready been transferred, leaving the client with property they are unable to use as intended. NewYork Law follows the principle of “caveat emptor”which is Latin for “let the buyer beware.” This meansthat a seller cannot be held liable for failing to disclose information about a property to a buyer.Thus, it is the purchaser’s responsibility to conduct athorough zoning due diligence review to ensure thatthe property will be suitable for its intended purpose.Performing the proper due diligence is equally important to the development of a large commercialproperty as it is to a purchaser of a residential prop-erty, as all possible uses depend on the current localzoning regulations. Failure to adhere to the zoningregulations can result in the issuance of summonses,imposition of fines and even in some cases, injunc-tive relief to cease operation of a business or to haltconstruction. For these reasons, the most successfulreal estate investors and developers undertake athorough zoning due diligence review before closingon any property. While each property is different andthe due diligence necessary for a full zoning analysisvaries from property to property, there are three critical areas that any purchaser of real estate shouldinvestigate before taking title to property.
Know Your Zoning DistrictThe first step is to determine the zoning district thatthe property is located within. The zoning district willdetermine whether the property can be used for com-mercial, industrial, business, or residential purposesand will indicate the specific uses permitted in thatdistrict. It will also set forth dimensional limitations onthe size of the building improvements for that district.All of this information will allow a purchaser to deter-
mine if the land is appropriate for his or her intendeduse. This information can be obtained from the localmunicipality’s building department.
Review the Building Department FileWe often hear from clients interested in purchasingproperty that they were told by the seller that theiruse of the property is a legally pre-existing use andtherefore it can be continued. If a purchaser intendsto continue that use after purchasing the property,proof that the use is in fact legally nonconformingshould be obtained. The mere fact that a predecessorused the land for a particular use for many years, andthat use is no longer permitted, does not establish alegally non-conforming use. It must be demonstratedthat the use of the property was legal under the zon-ing ordinance at the time it was commenced. Addi-tionally, because land use approvals “run with theland” knowing whether there was a prior special usepermit, variance, change of zone or other land useapproval granted is critical to determining whetheryour proposed use is truly legally non-conforming.
Order a Title SearchA title search will provide a comprehensive examina-tion of all documents recorded against a property. Athorough review of the deed, recorded restrictivecovenants, easements, and other encumbrances willdetermine if there are additional limitations on thepossible use or development of a property beyondthe local zoning regulations. There are many instances where a particular use of a property complies with the relevant zoning code, but it is otherwise restricted by a private covenant placedagainst the property. A purchaser must comply withthe local zoning code and any previously recordeddeed restrictions or covenants. While the purchase ofreal estate can be a complicated process, conductingthe proper zoning due diligence prior to making asubstantial investment can save significant time andmoney. Having a zoning attorney perform the properdue diligence will ensure that your next real estate in-vestment will be a wise and profitable investment.
Zoning Due Diligence Can Save You Time andMoney on Your Next Real Estate Investment
Bereavement Leave Billwaiting to go to the Governor:In the waning hours of the 2018 NYS Legislative Session the NYS Legislature passed legislation which adds “bereavement” to the Paid Family Leave Act of 2016. S8380-A/A10639-A is currently waiting to be sent to the Governor. This legislation states“Family Leave” shall mean any leave taken by an employee from work for the “purposesof bereavement due to the death of a family member.” If the bill is signed by GovernorCuomo, and it is fully expected that he will, despite the objections of the business com-munity, it will not go into effect until January 1, 2020. LIGRA will continue to closely mon-itor the status of this legislation and keep members informed of any new regulationspromulgated if, and when, it is approved.
LOBBYIST REPORT
BY JUDY L. SIMONCIC, ESQ.
Paid FamilyLeave
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LIGRA’S NOVEMBER 2018 CLASSIFIED ADS
WANTED: Mechanic: own power tools, driver’s license. Mustdo: brake work, axels, struts, light exhaust, belts, tune-ups, etc.Salary based on experience. Eastern Suffolk location. Call 631- 806-6045
WANTED: A or B mechanic with own tools. Roslyn service station, 3-bay shop. Call 516-633-3358/516-621-1565
WANTED: Full-time mechanic-A or B, must have own tools,Patchogue area. Call 516-582-3229
WANTED: A & B Diesel mechanic for busy truck repair shopin Patchogue. Two years exp. w/ability to work on their own.Must have valid license & own tools. Experience in air brakes; diagnostics, engines, clutches necessary. 5 day work week, allmajor holidays, and benefits available. Call 631-286-8000
WANTED: Experienced A or B mechanic for a busy shop in As-toria. Inspection license helpful and must have own tools. 5 daysa week. Call Joe or Woody @718-728-5152. Or email [email protected]
WANTED: Mechanic: experienced 5+, latest technical, diag-nostic & programming skills. Medium truck & diesel exp. help-ful. Must be able to multi-task. 40 hours weekly. Call Dave @631-473-1240
WANTED: A or B mechanic, busy shop, Oyster Bay area, salarybased on experience. Call Mike or Hedy @ 516-922-5982
WANTED: Technician/Mechanic -possible business opportu-nity. 10+ years exp. on cars & light trucks. Drivers & NYS Insp.licenses required. 3 Bay shop in Southold – “The growing NorthFork” Call Don @ 631-765-5156.
WANTED: Full time mechanic for Ronkonkoma area. CallJohn @ 631-467-7785.
WANTED: B mechanic, own tools. Salary based on experience.Call John @ 631-321-4848.
WANTED: A or B mechanic with NYS inspection license &clean driver’s license for busy auto repair shop in South Shoreof Nassau county. Call Joe @ 516-697-5573.
WANTED: Mechanic: experienced with own tools, latest tech-nical, diagnostic & programming skills. Must be able to multi-task. 40 hours weekly, salary commensurate with abilities. CallJOHN @ 631-321-4321. Western Suffolk location.
WANTED: “A” mechanic with experience and own tools. Monday thru Saturday, 8:30 to 5:00. Call 516-621-1565.
FOR RENTFOR RENT: 2 BAY SHOP, Lifts and lot. $3000. Call Tom @631-650-0226.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR SALEFOR SALE: Brake Lathe; Strut compressor. Mint condition.Price neg. Call Butch- 631-486-4848
FOR SALE: Mechanics tool box. Assortment of tools-wrenches, sockets, etc. Call Mike @ 631-480-4843.
FOR LEASE / SALE: Business/Property – 4000 sq. ft., newconstruction, corner property, all new utilities, 4 lifts. Lo-cated 1 block from major area restoration (Rockaway’s). 60years in business. Great opportunity. Call Nick @718-474-9702 or cell 718-474-8696
FOR SALE:NEW (3) Emco Wheaton Balance Vapor Recov-ery Nozzle (A4005/RA4005EVR) $165.00 each. (2) ¾” 4 SPPacer Gas Hose-$45 each. (1) Shear Pin Breakaway(AV200CN) $116 (1) 4ft. Vapor Recovery Gas Hose 1 ¼ -$55, (2) 7 ft. Vapor Recovery Gas Hose (VSTA-084) - $55.Call Jim @ 631-324-7707.
FOR SALE: Very busy auto body shop and property in Bell-port area. Asking 1.5 million. Call Steve @ 631-286-2116.
FOR SALE: Coolant Flush Machine - $600. RTI Technolo-gies MCX-1 Multi Coolant Exchangers. Call Lee Myles @631-738-9800.
FOR SALE: FMC Brake Lathe. Priced right. Call Jack @ 516-374-9751.
FOR SALE/LEASE: Car Wash business in Orange CountyNY. Busy road off interstate with 36,000 cars per day. Run-ning operating car wash full service tunnel. Fully comput-erized POS, credit card processing, and car wash systemcontroller. 100’ tunnel w/ operating equipment, machines,washing machine extractor, automated tire shine, producesa clean shiny car. Full service w/ express interior detailing.Move out of the suburbs, only 1 hour north of NY.Owner/Operator can do well in this cashflow rich business.You must have some technical experience to operate carwash systems and machinery. All offers considered for saleof business and lease of car wash tunnel. Email to: [email protected] with contact info and qualifications.
FOR SALE: Automotive Repair business and 3 bay shop inMastic Beach. Est. 44 years, loyal customers with a great lo-cation on a great lot. Includes: 3 lifts, recycled oil burner inbays, tire changer and air compressor. Asking $999,500. CallCharlene or Sal @631-281-2882.
FOR SALE: NY State Inspection Machine & License for theBronx. $45,000 negotiable. Call Mohammed @ 646-479-1111.
FOR SALE: Waste oil tank, 240-gallon double walled withbuilt in pumps. Asking $600. Call Frank @ 718-728-8060
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