Our Good Neighbor Celebration was an evening of recognition and appreciation of individuals who have had a positive impact on our community. Our honorees were Elizabeth Custodio, Vice President, Regional CRA Officer, M & T Bank; Mea Knapp, Town of Islip Supervisor’s Office; Lynda A. Moran, Executive Director, Islip Arts Council; and Kerrianne Zeiner, Director of Sales, Residence Inn and Courtyard Marriott Islip. Special thanks to our sponsors and guests who helped us celebrate our honorees!

“I was humbled and honored to administer the Oath of Office to the Central Islip Civic Council Board members. The Board includes Annette Bernard – Vice President, Dr. Teresa Bryant – Member, Carol Meyers – Treasurer, Josephine Walsh – Member, Nancy Vargas Johnson – President, Renee Johnson – Secretary, Beverly Rivera-Drummond – Member, William Dungee – Advisory Board Member, and Joan Crescitelli – Executive Director. I wish them much success as they lead an organization that has become an indispensable community resource for tenants, homeowners, students, and families for more than 50 years,” said Legislator Gonzalez.