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MARCH 27, 2017 | VOL. 53, No. 13

6 | SHINING LIGHT ON LOCAL ARTS

16 | STATE TO RULE ON CENTER

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Threat of eminent domain has New Rochelle, landowner at odds over site’s worth BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

ity Yard is in urgent need of replacement and the City of New Rochelle says it has found the ideal location for the Public Works facility. But to get it, it will have to use the eminent domain process against an owner who is preparing for a fight. On March 21, the City Council unanimously approved a recommendation, without questions or comments, to hold an April 11 public hearing on taking 54

Nardozzi Place. That’s the home of Auto Sunroof of Larchmont, a family-owned car customization shop that has operated there since 1985. The site — across the street from Home Depot, near Ashley HomeStore and Costco — is a popular, traffic-congested weekend destination. CEO Paul Spadaccini is not opposed to selling his property. In fact, he put it on the market two years ago. His business has downsized from 60 employees to 15 and he is looking for another location farther north. » Nardozzi, page 8

Auto Sunroof CEO Paul Spadaccini and his son, Dino. Photo by Bill Heltzel

Big changes underway at Bridgeport’s business council BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

Michael E. “Mickey” Herbert

“TRANSFORMATIVE” IS THE OPERATIVE word for the board of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council these days, and president/ CEO Michael E. “Mickey” Herbert is determined to give them what they want. “I want to be clear that it’s not that there was enormous dissatisfaction with Paul,” Herbert said at the BRBC’s offices at 10 Middle St.,

referring to Paul Timpanelli, the man he replaced atop the organization in November. “But they still felt that there was room for significant change.” Although Herbert wouldn’t say it, the fact that Timpanelli had led the BRBC for 28 years before retiring last year had led some in the Bridgeport business community to feel that the organization was growing stale. One of Herbert’s priorities is to build up the BRBC’s membership — it currently stands at about 750, which he said was “a couple of hundred less than what it was a few years ago” — and he’s been successful in enticing such Bridgeport players as developer Kuchma Corp. to return after several years’ absence. “I’ve always felt it’s important for an organization to have lead-

ership that’s on top of the most pressing issues it faces,” said developer Phil Kuchma, who had been a BRBC board member for a number of years and served as its chairman in 2000-2001. “But I’d lost a bit of enthusiasm over the past five or six years. I thought the leadership wasn’t as strong as it should be, and that the organization wasn’t as relevant as it could be.” After dropping out for about three years, Kuchma said he was enticed back not so much by Herbert’s persuasive skills as by the mere fact that Herbert had taken over. “My mind was made up once he became the leader,” he said. “I have a lot of respect for him as an entrepreneur, as an executive at bigger companies. And I believe that he has the right » Bridgeport, page 8

Trumbull first selectman unveils plan for community center BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

rumbull First Selectman Tim Herbst has written the latest chapter in the long saga of possibly building a community center, via an ambitious plan that he said could be the main factor in a windfall of $8.5 to 9.5 million and annual tax revenues of some $600,000. The Republican official has focused his

efforts on 85 and 93 Church Hill Rd., which the town acquired last year, as the site for a community center that he said would end up measuring between 25,000 and 40,000 square feet. The building would be the new home of the Trumbull Senior Citizens Center, now located at 23 Priscilla Place, as well as various other social services, meeting spaces and even a swimming pool, which Herbst said “is sorely needed” as the existing town pool at Hillcrest Middle School “is not meeting our needs.”

The town’s Community Center Building Committee vetted some 23 sites before selecting the Church Hill Road properties, which are centrally located — within a mile of Town Hall at 5866 Main St. and the library at 33 Quality St., and near the Pequonnock River Trail, which Herbst said receives 6,000 active visitors weekly during peak season. “Our current senior center is in a building that’s one hundred years old,” Herbst said. “It’s located in the southeast corner of Trumbull,

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one mile from Shelton and one mile from Stratford. That doesn’t make any sense.” Herbst has been campaigning for the construction of a community center for several years, and last year touted figures predicting that Trumbull’s senior citizen population was growing at rates outpacing the rest of Fairfield County. “By 2019, 27 percent, roughly 9,000 residents will be over the age of 65,” he wrote in an open letter to the community last April. “In that same year, 37 percent or 13,300 residents will be over the age of 55.” “Trumbull has been talking about a community center for the last 18 years,” the first selectman told the Business Journal. “It was one of our former First Selectman Ken Halaby’s visions to have a community center that would also benefit our senior citizens.” When Halaby’s successor, Democrat Raymond Baldwin Jr., took office in 2001, “he shelved that. Eight years later, when I replaced his successor (Herbst defeated Baldwin in 2009), I started to bring it back.” Halaby was also one of Herbst’s political mentors, encouraging the then-19-year-old to run for his seat on the town’s Planning & Zoning Commission. Herbst has formed an exploratory committee to run for governor in the next election. Approval of Herbst’s proposal depends upon a yet-to-be-completed traffic study, followed by a vote by both Planning and Zoning and the Town Council. If bonding for the project is more than $15 million it will be put to a referendum; if it’s less, the Board of Finance and Town Council will determine funding. As for that promised multi-million-dollar windfall, Herbst believes it can be realized by selling six buildings, including the senior center, the VFW Hall at 1 Veteran’s Place and the Trumbull Nature and Arts Center on Route 25. Herbst said the VFW Hall is in need of “extensive repair,” and the organization has expressed interest in relocating. He also said the town has been discussing relocation of the nature and arts center. The first selectman said an RFQ has been sent out to qualified bankers to take a look at all of the properties. “I’m not saying all of them will be sold,” he cautioned, “but if they are, we’re looking at $8.5 to 9.5 million in additional revenue. And if they’re sold, the town will be in a better position to develop than it would be if it was one private party selling to another.” If all goes according to plan, Herbst said, “We will have a 21st-century building at little to no cost to taxpayers.” And, he added, if the project proceeds smoothly, he expects to break ground this summer and have the community center completed within about 18 months.

College of New Rochelle begins search for next president BY ALEESIA FORNI aforni@westfairinc.com

ore than five months after the College of New Rochelle’s former President Judith Huntington stepped down from her position, the school is beginning the search for a permanent leader. The college, which has been in the throes of a financial crisis since last fall, announced earlier this month that a 17-member search committee, one that includes students, alumni, parents, faculty and supporters, has been formed to find Huntington’s replacement. Additionally, the committee includes representation from the founding order of the College, the Ursulines, and the Archdiocese of New York. According to Gwen Adolph, chair of the college’s board of trustees, the committee includes attorneys, corporate executives, clergy, healthcare professionals and educators. “The installation of the 14th president of The College of New Rochelle will be one of the most determinative steps for our future,” Adolph said. Former provost and senior vice president of academic affairs Dorothy Escribano has served as interim president since Huntington’s resignation in October. College officials are hopeful that a new president will be ready to begin by July 2018. The search committee is led by board member Christine LaSala, an alumna who was elected to the college’s board of trustees in January. A former chairperson of insurance and risk advisory company, Willis North America Inc., LaSala said the search will be both rigorous and transparent. “We will cast as wide a net as necessary to identify the kinds of candidates we need,” added LaSala, who said she has completed hiring searches for both corporate executives and nonprofit leaders. “That is not to exclude internal candidates, but it will not be exclusively internal candidates by any means.” Another initial step for the committee will include meeting with various stakeholders — from graduates to students and faculty — to define a list of requirements for the position. “I think that the college is going to need a very strong and visionary leader,” she said. “We’re setting the bar high for the kind of leader we will need.”

While the committee has yet to define those specific qualifications, LaSala said she believes the ideal candidate will be energetic and passionate about fulfilling the college’s mission. “At the same time, the college is a business, and it’s a business that needs to be run in a very sophisticated, straightforward and disciplined way,” she said. In October, trustees of the College of New Rochelle announced that a probe into its finances had found $20 million in unpaid payroll taxes spanning eight quarters since 2014 and an additional $11.2 million in debts and liabilities. Following that discovery, the college appointed a special committee to oversee an investigation. The school named a chief restructuring officer from the New York City accounting firm Grassi and Associates to manage the college’s finances. Trustees also hired a forensic accountant, PKF O’Connor Davies, and the law firm Pepper Hamilton LLP to conduct the investigation. LaSala said the timing of the committee’s search is appropriate, because after months of dealing with its ongoing financial crisis, the board has begun to turn its focus toward the future. “Having gotten through the difficulties of late fall and early winter, there is a little bit of spring-like optimism and renewed energy and a discipline around the future that the college, the leader and its board are focused on,” she said. Though enrollment figures for the school’s upcoming fall semester have yet to be seen, the number of accepted students to the college is up 20 percent and LaSala said the school feels “very good” about where enrollment stands. The board is also in the midst of preparing its budget for the upcoming fiscal year. “It’s a budget that, knock on wood, is both positive in terms of cash flow and in the black,” she said. “Given the last several months, that is a very optimistic sign for the college but executing against that budget will take lots of rigor and discipline.” Still, LaSala said the college continues to face business challenges that leaders and school officials will need to navigate. “We will be in a cost-constrained and an expense-constrained environment for the near term, which I think is sort of inevitable given the crisis of the fall,” she said. Though no details were given regarding whether layoffs would be part of those measures, LaSala believes the College of New Rochelle’s future will be a positive one. “I’m hopeful, optimistic and fingers crossed,” she said.

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Researchers alarmed by Trump budget cuts to NIH BY RYAN DEFFENBAUGH rdeffenbaugh@westfairinc.com

proposed cut of nearly $6 billion to the National Institutes of Health in President Donald Trump's budget outline could have serious consequences for scientific research in the country, according to researchers in Westchester. Trump's budget outline, released March 16, slashes $5.8 billion from NIH, about 18 percent of its budget. Trump's budget director Mick Mulvaney described the proposal as a "hard power budget," which includes plans for a $54 billion increase in defense spending while making majors cuts to the Environmental Protection Agency, State Department and Department of Housing and Urban Development among other agencies. The proposal calls for a $15.1 billion reduction in the overall federal Department of Health and Human Services budget, which oversees the NIH. Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price said in a statement that the sharply reduced budget will "ensure we are providing the highest level of service possible and not duplicating our efforts." But researchers in Westchester, as well as nationwide, say the cuts would deal a major blow to research in the country. The NIH budget was about $32 billion for fiscal year 2017 which ends on 30. A planned increase of $1 to $2 billion for FY 2017 did not materialize. The 21st Century Cures Act passed by Congress in December was supposed to add around $4.8 billion to NIH’s budget, primarily for cancer research. Most of the NIH budget goes out in grants to researchers at universities, medical schools, and other research institutions. The federal organization is the largest public funder of biomedical research in the world. Dr. Edward C. Halperin, chancellor and chief executive officer of New York Medical College, said the cuts represented a "catastrophic assault on biomedical science." "What does it mean if we cut research in medicine? It means people will die," said Halperin. "Because they won't have new therapies." About a quarter of the research at New York Medical College is funded through the NIH, according to Halperin. The Valhallabased school receives about $37 million in research funding each year, about $9.7 million of which comes from the National

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Institutes of Health. That funds research on the campus such as the work done by Dr. Michal Laniado Schwartzman, a professor and chair of pharmacology at New York Medical College. Schwartzman leads a four-person research team that studies the causes and treatment of hypertension, funded in part with NIH grants. Schwartzman said she was concerned the cuts could hurt the country's standing as the world's leading funder of biomedical research. "If we are not going to keep funding research at least at the level that we are funding today, we will lose the standing in the international community," Schwartzman said. New York received $2.2 billion in NIH funding in 2016, third among all states, according to an NIH database. The database breaks down awards by congressional district. The 17th district, which includes a large chunk of Westchester, brought in 62 grants worth about $26 million. Those include grants to New York Medical College, SUNY Purchase College and the Burke Medical Research Institute. Dr. Rajiv R. Ratan, executive director of the Burke Medical Research Institute, said about $7.5 million in NIH grants helps cover research at the institute, which focuses mainly on repairing the brain and spinal chord from diseases, such as Alzheimer's, and traumatic injuries, such as stroke. About 100 researchers work at the 55,000-square-foot facility on Burke's White Plains campus, which is academically separate from the rehabilitation hospital. The research center is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. Ratan said he was concerned the cuts could have a "devastating effect" on both Burke's and the country's ability to deliver cures for an aging population. WCBJ

"By 2050, Alzheimer's disease and stroke alone will cost the United States $1.4 trillion, which is about 10 percent of our GDP," Ratan said. "So the idea that at a time when you have this epidemic looming, to actually reduce investment in research that could not only reduce that cost, but more important reduce suffering for the individuals and their families, it's hard to understand." Ratan also said that cuts could send young research talent away from the medical field, as grant funding dries up. That was a concern echoed by Dr. Salomon Amar, provost for biomedical research at the Touro College and University System, which includes New York Medical College and Touro College of Dental Medicine in Hawthorne. "Large labs will downsize and people that may not be able to be successful in obtaining grants will leave the science field," Amar said. "And we're going to lose science in the long run." Trump's budget outline said the plan will include a reorganization of the NIH's institutes and centers to "help focus resources on the highest priority research and training activities." His administration has promised more details in its full budget proposal in May. But the final say on any cuts goes to Congress, where the NIH has traditionally received bipartisan support. Rep. Paul Ryan, the Republican Speaker of the House, said in an interview with Fox News that there will likely be changes to NIH cuts. He noted that Congress had recently passed the 21st Century Cures Act, which allocated additional funding to the NIH. Dr. Mitchell A. Cairo is director of the Children and Adolescent Cancer and Blood Diseases Center at New York Medical College, where a 15 to 20-person research team utilizes NIH funding to search for more effective cancer and blood disorder treatments. Cairo said he can understand a desire to cut into the federal deficit, but he said biomedical research funding is an area that deserves protecting. "Because it gives back so much more than the dollars that are being provided," Cairo said. "If we understand disease better and improve outcomes and keep people healthy, that means if you invest a dollar, you get $10 more because you cut health care costs, you keep people at work and keep people happier."

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Bridgeport’s City Lights pushes for local arts BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

rt aficionados will soon be seeing a lot more of Bridgeport’s City Lights, the gallery that has been part of Bridgeport’s downtown cultural scene since 2004. “We’re in transition,” said Suzanne Kachmar, the gallery’s executive director. “For a year, we’ve been in this space — 855 Main Street, right across from the headquarters of People’s United Bank. We moved last year from 37 Markle Street, one block away. Now, we found a new space — 265 Golden Hill Street, the top of the Cabaret Theatre Building. It’s a nice clean space with track lighting — we’ve already hung a little work up there and we’re ready to go.” However, the street-level 855 Main St. space is not being forsaken. Instead, that will be transformed into City Lights Vintage, a retail setting offering art, antiques and collectibles. The Golden Hill Street space will serve as the gallery’s » » CONTINUED, page 7

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Iyaba Ibo Mandingo shows off his work to Suzanne Kachmar, executive director at City Lights Gallery in Bridgeport. Photos by Phil Hall

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main exhibit venue, and a third location in the Harral Security Wheeler Building development on Bridgeport’s Main Street will function as a City Lights working space. “That will be more of a pop-up nature,” Kachmar added, noting that the gallery has already hosted a fashion show, a poetry performance and an under-theradar art exhibition. While Kachmar is planning City Lights’ upcoming special exhibitions — including a 13th anniversary retrospective show featuring the venue’s most prominent artists — she is finding herself more focused on the back-office operational side of the nonprofit gallery than the public-facing gallery exhibitions. She said City Lights operates on an annual budget that ranges between $150,000 and $200,000, with the total sum dependent on how much the gallery can generate in grants and through fundraising. Foot traffic in the gallery averages about 2,500 per year, and purchases of the displayed works varies by exhibitions. “We’ve had ok sales, but not as many as we’d like,” she continued. “But we were pleased with it. One of my favorite things to do is write an artist a check for a sale of work. Unfortunately, it doesn’t happen often enough. We’re hoping by having more than one space, that will help encourage more sales.” Kachmar is also an increasingly ubiquitous presence as a lobbyist on behalf of the gallery’s artists, working to get their creations placed in corporate and residential settings. While some art-seeking individuals occasionally make a direct call to the gallery for recommendations, Kachmar takes an aggressively proactive approach in networking with private sector entities. “We let people know we are here,” she said. “When they need to buy art, they should think here. There is plenty of office space and apartments here in Bridgeport, and I am sure we can help a lot of them getting art on their walls while sustaining the artists that are here.” Kachmar and the gallery also devote considerable time to generating public awareness of the arts through programs aimed at local schools and community groups. And in an effort to strengthen the cultural scene as a whole, City Lights is the driving force behind the Bridgeport Art Trail, a citywide celebration of local arts institutions held every November, as well as the nascent Public Arts Committee that is exploring new opportunities for

displays in public spaces by Bridgeportarea artists. Furthermore, Kachmar stressed a strength-in-numbers approach in having City Lights share its new Golden Hill Street space with the Cabaret Theatre and New England Ballet Company, creating what she dubbed “a downtown community-based arts anchor.” For Kachmar, the city is ready for a new wave of cultural activity. “I’ve been in the Bridgeport arts scene for over 40 years and it’s nice to see new faces in that part of Bridgeport, because in the ’80s there was a small handful of artists on Elm Street that had studios here,” she said. “Now, there are more and more artists in Bridgeport. But if artists cannot make a living here, they will move to other places and hang their work in other places.”

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But Spadaccini is angry about how officials have handled the matter and he doubts that the city is willing to pay what he thinks his property is worth. He learned of the city’s interest in his property when Luiz C. Aragon, the commissioner of development, notified him by letter on Jan. 11. “The city is interested in negotiating the acquisition of your property through a fair and just purchase agreement,” he wrote. If negotiations are unsuccessful, “it may be necessary for the city to acquire your property through eminent domain.” Eminent domain laws allow a government to take private property for a public purpose. A hearing must be held to present the project and within 90 days of the hearing the government must publish its findings of fact. The property owner can appeal the decision based on whether the acquisition will serve a public use or benefit. City Yard, the public works operation

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viewpoint to make an organization like this one have the relevance and the impact on the community that it needs to have.” Promoting the Business Council’s works more aggressively is definitely on the to-do list for Herbert. To that end he’s taken up an offer from University of Bridgeport Assistant Professor of Mass Communications Susan Katz to remake and revitalize the BRBC’s marketing materials, including its logo (“We’ve had the same one for as long as I can remember,” he said) and began penning a weekly e-blast, “Mickey’s Mail,” which is marked both by a sincere approach to today’s business challenges and by his plucky sense of humor. “I try to share whatever wit and wisdom I’ve accumulated over the years,” he said. It should be a pretty full trove: The 72-year-old’s past includes founding and leading for 22 years Physicians Health Services, a health plan serving Connecticut, New York and New Jersey, before moving on to become president, CEO and majority owner of the Bridgeport Bluefish baseball club, followed by nearly five years as president and CEO of ConnectiCare and as an executive vice president at the insurer’s corporate parent, EmblemHealth. Herbert’s office is filled with dozens of the bobbleheads that he has collected over the years, many of them modeled

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at 224 Main St., is an eyesore. It was built in 1916 and comprises sprawling garages and repair shops, salt piles and recycling areas. After as century of hard use, the soil is contaminated. City trucks and equipment are exposed to the elements and require more repairs. Employees are exposed to unacceptable conditions, Aragon explained when asked about the move. Is moving City Yard urgent? “Absolutely,” Aragon said. “We’ve been looking for a location for public works for a number of years. Our conclusion is that this is the best location.” The city has already made a deal with Simone Development Cos. to lease one floor of a proposed building at 70 Nardozzi Place, catty-corner to Auto Sunroof. Public Works needs more space for operations. Previously, the city considered property near the Beechwood Avenue leaf disposal site. Now it prefers 54 Nardozzi Place. Once a property is taken, the issue becomes price. The law requires the government to compensate the owner fairly, and if they cannot agree on a fair value the

issue can end up in litigation. So far, Spadaccini said, the city has not named a price. But when he quoted $6 million a city official replied, “We don’t pay that much.” The nominal value of the 1.37 acres and 20,000-square-foot facility is $2.3 million, on the city assessment roll. Spadaccini said it is more valuable because New Rochelle has a moratorium on self-storage facilities. But the Planning Board has already approved a site plan for a four-story, 121,000-square-foot self-storage facility on his property. Nearly 12,000 square feet was to be dedicated to the city for a community arts center, but the developer got into financial trouble and the deal never closed. Another self-storage developer offered $6 million for the property. Then Spadaccini got the letter. He and his prospective buyer met with Aragon and other city officials. Spadaccini said Aragon told his buyer that the city would take the property “from me or from him. He said it’s a done deal. He’d have my deed in 30 days.”

He said Aragon also offered another property to his buyer, and the buyer has walked away from their deal. “I have no idea what he’s talking about,” Aragon responded when asked if he said he could get the property in a month. There is no moratorium on self-storage facilities. The situation is delicate, he said, but the meeting was friendly and never combative, and he and others officials tried to accommodate him. He said it was Spadaccini’s prospective buyer who asked if other locations were available. The city is having the property appraised and the ultimate price, Aragon said, will be fair. Spadaccini said a third self-storage developer has stepped up and offered $6.4 million. He knows about the eminent domain issue and “he is not afraid.” Spadaccini thinks it makes no sense for the city to take such valuable land and block a deal that would generate significant sales tax revenue. “The city pays that $6.4 million,” he said, “either up front or in litigation with legal fees. I’m not rolling over.”

after famed baseball players, reflective of his ongoing interest in the game. Though no longer officially tied to the Bluefish, he said he hoped the team and city can reach an accord to extend its lease beyond the current season — something that is still very much in doubt. The city has sent out an RFP for The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, which could result in another team coming in — or the space being used for something else entirely. “I’ve pledged to [Bluefish owner] Frank Boulton to do what I can to get the team to stay beyond this year,” Herbert said. “The notion that (the space) could be something other than a ballpark doesn’t really compute.” Herbert has been a BRBC mainstay throughout much of his career, serving on its board and executive committees for much of that time and serving as chairman for two years in the late 1990s. Still, he wasn’t necessarily ready to take the organization’s reins again when Timpanelli announced his intention to retire in 2015. An exhaustive (and, to hear Herbert tell it, rather exhausting) months-long search for a replacement seemed to have ended last summer, only to hit an impasse when the BRBC and its preferred candidate couldn’t reach an agreement. Faced with the possibility of starting again from scratch — a proposition that he said sent “a palpable groan around the room” — Herbert later discussed presenting himself as a candidate to board member and CEO/president of Bridgeport-

based Aquarion Water Co. Charles Firlotte. End result: Unanimous board approval, and a starting date of Nov. 1. Herbert’s first objective was to focus on what he identified as the group’s four core areas: economic development (jobs and growth), leadership development (workforce retention and development), government relations (advocacy for business-friendly legislation and access to political leaders), and the aforementioned increased visibility for the BRBC and its members. On the first front, he points to Future Healthcare Systems, a new Bridgeport company developing a way of disposing of medical waste, and Corvus Capital Partners of White Plains, which the BRBC helped to navigate what Herbert called “the bureaucratic, regulatory and compliance hurdles” involved in creating the Cherry Street Lofts redevelopment project in the city’s West End neighborhood. Leadership development programs include Leadership Greater Bridgeport, the Women’s Leadership Council, and THRIVE Young Professionals, a business networking program organized by the Trumbull Chamber of Commerce for the under-40 crowd. (Other chamber members of the BRBC include Bridgeport’s and Stratford’s.) The hope is to ultimately bring those groups, and others now being developed, under the leadership of one person for the first time, later this year. Political advocacy poses a more difficult

hurdle. “We don’t have a lobbyist or a fulltime person dedicated to that,” Herbert said. “But we have meetings with different commissioners at the state level, the governor comes in to speak with us, and we regularly host first selectmen and mayors.” Herbert also is determined to make the BRBC’s boardroom and conference room more technologically up to date, both for internal communications and for when its member companies are looking to host meetings there. “Most corporate boardrooms already have things like Skype," he said, adding that he expects to have such upgrades in place within a month. There are a lot of balls in the air, and the fact that the BRBC has just seven full-time employees makes Herbert’s agenda even more impressively ambitious. “People are amazed at how many things we do with such a limited staff,” he said, “but I feel that by the end of my first year we should have accomplished a number of things, including improving our financial accounting and what we’ve already talked about.” The septuagenarian’s plan is to stay on the job until at least the summer of 2018. “The perfect situation then would be for the board to come to me and say, ‘Can we convince you to stay on?’, rather than decide to hire somebody else,” he said. “But whenever I leave, I hope to be actively involved in recruiting my successor. I have a really good idea of the type of person who would be the right choice to lead us into the future.”

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n March 19, 2016, Miro Kitchen, an Asian-fusion eatery in Fairfield’s busy Black Rock Turnpike business district, opened for business and was quickly praised in media reviews as one of the county’s most innovative restaurants. The New York Times complimented the establishment for boasting “a menu that is exuberantly creative and regularly has diners waiting an hour for a table.” The Hartford Courant noted the restaurant’s extensive competition when it stated that Miro Kitchen was “the best thing to happen to food on Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield in forever.” Even the notoriously unpredictable online reviewers were enchanted, honoring Miro Kitchen with a four-star average (out of five stars) on TripAdvisor plus 4.1-star and 4.4-star averages on Yelp and Google Reviews, respectively. But the positive reviews and hour-long lines were not enough. On March 13, Miro Kitchen abrupt-

The now-closed Miro Kitchen in Fairfield. The closing was unexpected. Photos by Phil Hall

ly shut its doors after a year in business. No explanation was given about the unexpected development, except for a sign on the door and a social media posting from

the restaurant’s owners, both of which declared that “due to some recent changes, Miro Kitchen has had to close.” “Opening and operating a successful

restaurant is always a challenging task,” said Sarah Maloney, executive director of the Connecticut Restaurant Association. However, Maloney added the Miro Kitchen shutdown was an exception to ongoing trends. “We are finding that there is an increase in restaurants opening and/or expanding in specific areas in Connecticut, including Fairfield County.” Mahoney added that there are 7,877 eating and drinking locations now operating in Connecticut, which are forecast to generate $7.5 billion in sales this year. Within this sector are 154,100 restaurant and food service jobs, which equals 9 percent of employment in the state — and that figure is projected to grow by 7.1 percent in the next 10 years, producing 11,000 additional jobs. Chris Danas, whose Milford-based Top Line Restaurant Clients LLC advises startup and long-running eateries in Fairfield County, was neither surprised nor resigned to the closing of Miro Kitchen. “Places come » » RESTAURANTS, page 28

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Peekskill company accused in home fuel oil shorting scheme BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

father-son team of home fuel oil salesmen who got caught scamming customers in 2014 has been accused of continuing the shorting scheme under a new company. The office of the state attorney general accused Champion Fuel & Service Corp., David DeSilva Sr., David DeSilva Jr. and Patrick Terminello of fraud, in a March 9 petition filed in state Supreme Court in White Plains. A previous attempt to rein in the DeSilvas failed to deter them, Sandra Giorno-Tocco, an assistant attorney general, said in a court filing. Even as their Nu Way Fuel & Service Corp. was under investigation in 2013, they “were already devising their next scheme of fraud through the creation of Champion.” Phone numbers for the DeSilvas and Terminello were not in service and they have not yet responded in court to the allegations. In 2015, however, Terminello filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and claimed that

DeSilva Sr. had defrauded him. He testified in a bankruptcy hearing that he was unaware of the shorting scheme until customers began complaining. He confronted the DeSilvas, he said, but did not notify law enforcement. “So I’m not going to lie,” he testified. “I tried to cover as much as I could to try to ride the ship out, to get this straight to get everybody their oil so that I could eventually get out of this.” The scheme began around 2009, when Nu Way, based in Peekskill, sold home heating oil contracts that required customers to pay in advance for deliveries to be made during the heating season. But when customers called for oil, Nu Way delivered as few as 15 gallons, a fraction of what had been paid for, or none at all. Nu Way also sold service contracts for annual inspections, tune-ups and cleaning, but did not fulfill its obligations. Nearly 100 customers filed complaints with the state attorney general, Westchester Department of Consumer Protection and Peekskill City Court claiming they lost more than $100,000 for fuel and services they never received. Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman

filed a civil case in state Supreme Court in White Plains in 2013. The court ordered Nu Way and the DeSilvas to pay $692,879 in restitution, damages and penalties. They were banned from the home fuel oil delivery and repairs business unless they posted a $200,000 performance bond guaranteeing compliance with the court order and providing funds for any customers defrauded in the future. The DeSilvas, who live in Hopewell Junction, paid only $49,499 of the $692,879 judgment, according to the attorney general’s new case, and never posted a $200,000 performance bond. Even before the original court order was issued, they allegedly concocted a second home oil-shorting scheme designed to circumvent the order. Terminello, of Wappingers Falls, had worked as a service technician at Nu Way for three years. He incorporated Champion at Nu Way’s address in Peekskill and declared himself as the sole owner. He actually owned 15 percent and DeSilva Sr. owned 85 percent, according to a confidential partnership agreement. Terminello put up $2,000 for the initial capital and DeSilva Sr. put in $150,000.

DeSilva Jr. was active in day-to-day operations, he testified in the bankruptcy court hearing. He knew “he was in trouble,” and “he wasn’t allowed to own the business.” They allegedly used the same scheme: selling fuel oil and service contracts, collecting payments in advance and delivering little or no oil or services. The lure was low prices. Champion advertised a “guaranteed lowest price,” “senior citizen discounts” and “volume discounts” in a Penny Saver newspaper and on local radio and the internet. When the average annual price per gallon for residential fuel oil was $3.78, they offered prices as low as $2.25 per gallon. All of the funds deposited in Champion’s bank accounts have been spent or transferred to personal accounts, the attorney general says. The defendants are also accused of failing to pay $27,000 in state business taxes. The attorney general is asking the court to order Champion and its owners to turn over records of all customers who pre-paid for services. The state wants the DeSilvas and Terminello permanently banned from the home heating oil and repair business.

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o question about it—we are business space and it’s even more rareliving in a cloud world. Every ly happening amongst cloud providers. modern business is at least Cloud providers are best equipped to considering a move to the cloud. Many build a security platform that is highly household names have gone all-in tolerant. Cloud solutions offer compliwhile many others owe their existence ance options that on-premises soluto the cloud—they’re here because tions rarely do. the cloud allowed them to innovate 2. The cloud should be and scale with essentially no up-front used for everything. RUS HEALY infrastructure costs. There are certain applications and While cloud services are more than services that are easy to move out to legitimate, everything comes with risk. Those risks, the cloud which can afford a small business great however, are manageable with the right approach. efficiencies. Conversely, there are mission-critical It’s important to remember that the cloud isn’t an allapplications that you might not want to move right or-nothing proposition. Think about it as an extension away, or at all. A best practice would be to start with a of your IT environment, not as a replacement for it. business analysis to determine which cloud solutions With that mindset, you can choose to enter the cloud would make the most sense for your business. The at any pace that makes sense for your business. important part to understand is that moving to the Here are a few of the more popular misconcepcloud can be taken one step at a time. tions about the cloud that we will seek to debunk: 3. Virtualization and cloud computing 1. Moving my data to the cloud are the same thing. compromises its security. Virtualization is the process of separating comIf you look at it statistically, you’ll find that by far pute environments from its physical infrastructure most security breaches occur in the data centers or which enables multiple applications and operating server computing centers of small and medium sized systems to run on the same server at the same time. businesses. It’s rarely happening in the enterprise This is a foundational element of cloud computing,

and the cloud often will contain virtualization products to deliver shared computing resources. The main difference is that the characteristics which deem a service as “cloud” are not inherent in virtualization. MITIGATING RISK Here are the key factors to consider when approaching a cloud migration: 1. Security Look for solutions that provide data encryption on the move and at rest. Look for, and properly implement, robust identity and access management systems. Always use multifactor authentication. Put good processes in place for key management. Do these things and your cloud-based deployments will be at least as strong as your in-house data center (and probably better). 2. Control Who ultimately controls your infrastructure and your data, you or your service provider? What access do they have to it? What Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are you getting? You’ll find that the better cloud providers have detailed, public answers for all of them, and SLAs to back them up. 3. Downtime Just as with on-premises solutions, cloud-based solutions are only as robust as their architectures and

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White Plains CPA accused of filing false tax returns BY BILL HELTZEL bheltzel@westfairinc.com

hite Plains accountant Joseph Cervone has been charged with obstructing the IRS for allegedly concealing his income and fabricating client tax returns. The U.S. Attorney’s Office claims that Cervone reported income of $25,342 for 2010 and 2011 while concealing $506,600. He allegedly paid personal expenses through limited liability companies and partnerships knowing that the entities would not report the payments to the IRS. He also is accused of inflating credits, losses and deductions for clients’ partnerships, from 2009 to 2012. Cervone and his attorney, Glenn H. Morak of Abramson & Morak in Manhattan, declined to comment. “We will let the proceedings play out in court,” Morak said. Cervone has been licensed as a certified public accountant in New York since 1978 and has operated Peopleworks Inc. tax preparation service since 1993. The criminal case, filed on March 2 in U.S. District Court in White Plains, does not detail how Cervone allegedly fabricated client tax returns, but the charge is similar to allegations in two lawsuits. Last year, John Madden of Sag Harbor sued for professional malpractice and breach of contract in state Supreme Court in White Plains. Madden is a civil engineer and lawyer who mediates complex construction and engineering disputes from offices in New York and Dublin, Ireland. Around 2005, the lawsuit states, Cervone advised Madden to form an Ireland corporation and to deposit funds in an Ireland bank. He claims that Cervone advised him that fees paid in Ireland would not be subject to U.S. income taxes until the firm was dissolved and then they would be taxed at a lower rate as capital gains. He formed Madden Mediation & Arbitration Ltd. and he had Cervone pre-

pare federal and state tax returns for 2005 to 2011. In fact, the lawsuit states, the U.S. requires citizens to disclose their interests in foreign corporations and bank accounts. As a result of negligently prepared tax returns, the lawsuit states, Madden was assessed significant interest and penalties. He claims damages of at least $204,000. Cervone denied the allegations in a court filing. The case is pending. In 2012, Leonard and Kristine Franco sued Cervone in state Supreme Court accusing him of negligence and fraud. They claimed Cervone advised them to invest in Fxlyg LLC, a “clean coal” company that qualified for tax credits. They invested $658,713, the lawsuit states, and they claimed a tax credit for 2010 and amended their tax returns back to 2005 for additional credits. They received substantial tax refunds. The Francos got suspicious when the IRS issued a summons for their records, the lawsuit states, and indicated that the agency was investigating Cervone. The Francos came to believe that Fxlyg LLC never existed, and if it did it was a sham designed to get them to invest their money. Cervone contested the allegations in a motion to dismiss the case. The Francos discontinued the lawsuit six months after it was filed. Cervone also struggled with personal income tax obligations from 2000 to 2002, according to a federal tax lien that claimed he owed $478,057. He satisfied the debt in 2004. The criminal case charges him with obstructing or impeding the IRS and subscribing to false tax returns. He pleaded not guilty, but a change of plea hearing has been scheduled for March 29. Cervone was released from custody on a $200,000 personal recognizance bond, secured by a property in Hartsdale. U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisa Margaret Smith ordered that he may not work as a CPA, but he may file tax returns for clients so long as he notifies them that he is facing federal income tax charges.

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URBAN CENTERS Focus of BCW’s Bold New Initiative From left, Joseph Markey of KeyBank; BCW Chairman Anthony Justic; Joseph Apicella of MacQuesten Development; Anthony Vulpi of Mill Creek Residential Northeast Division; BCW President & CEO Marsha Gordon; Martin Berger of Saber Real Estate Advisors; Seth Pinsky of RXR Realty; and program moderator Geoffrey Thompson of Thompson & Bender

he unprecedented economic transformation underway in Westchester’s four largest cities is the focus of a bold new initiative launched this month by The Business Council of Westchester. The year-long initiative seeks to bring together city officials, leading real estate developers and planning experts to find ways to take advantage of new opportunities for its urban centers and sustain the momentum of economic development.

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The new initiative kicked off March 7 with the program “Reimagining Our Downtowns: The Residential Model” at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown. Sponsored by KeyBank, the program featured a distinguished panel of developers including Seth Pinsky, Executive Vice President, RXR Realty; Martin Berger, Managing Principal, Saber Real Estate Advisors; Anthony Vulpi, Vice President of Development, Mill Creek Residential Northeast Division, and Joseph Apicella, Managing Director, MacQuesten Development. The BCW is following up this exciting program with a symposium it is co-hosting on May 10 with the Real Estate Institute at Fordham University’s School of Professional and

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Continuing Studies in West Harrison. Titled “Real Estate Mastermind Forum: 24-Hour Cities - Emerging Trends in Transactions, Technology and Transportation,” the symposium will uncover major shifts in Westchester’s urban landscape. Leading the program will be Hugh Kelly, PhD, CRE, renowned economist, Special Advisor to the Real Estate Institute at Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies and author of the book 24-Hour Cities. He will be joined by real estate experts Stanley Gniazdowski, CCIM, CRE, President, Realty Concepts; David Schiff, AICP, of Kimley-Horn and chair of Westchester/Fairfield Urban Land Institute, and Rosemary Scanlon, former Divisional Dean at NYU; Chair of the Board, TransitCenter, a nonprofit advocate for public transit; former Chief Economist for PANYNJ. In the fall, the initiative will continue with a series of meetings within each of the four cities with the respective mayors and city commissioners as well as local community and business leaders. Armed with the best ideas generated by this initiative, The BCW will produce a “Playbook for Urban Centers,” that will answer a myriad of questions from navigating municipal approvals to creating successful marketing strategies. “These are exciting times for our cities and our county. But to capitalize on these opportunities we must understand what is driving them and how we can ensure their continued success,’’ said Gordon.

WHAT’S BEHIND TODAY’S URBAN RENAISSANCE Here are some key takeaways from the March 7 program “Reimagining Our Downtowns: The Residential Model” Cities are working with developers to shape projects that work for them: Recognizing the value of higher density development, municipal governments have changed zoning and laid out ground rules to permit more development. Pent-up demand for rental units makes oversupply unlikely: A shift to an easier maintenance-free lifestyle has created a demand for apartment living. Developers agree that Westchester suburbs have an enormous amount of pent-up demand. Millennials and empty-nesters aren’t the only people moving into rentals: While Millennials and empty-nesters make up the bulk of those seeking rentals, there are other demographics too, such as divorced parents who want to stay close to their children. A nice apartment is not enough: Renters are looking for a walkable community with shops, restaurants and cultural experience. Proximity to retail and transit is key: Developers are looking to build in areas that offer a variety of retail choices and easy transportation to Manhattan. Transit oriented development is the wave of the future.

Iona gifted $15M for entrepreneurship institute BY RYAN DEFFENBAUGH rdeffenbaugh@westfairinc.com

$15 million gift to Iona College from an alumnus will result in the launch of an institute focused on entrepreneurship and innovation. The New Rochelle college announced the gift, from James and Anne Marie Hynes of Greenwich on March 22. The $15 million will endow The Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. James Hynes, a 1969 graduate of Iona, has launched multiple businesses in the telecommunications industry. He is the co-founder and was the first CEO of Inteliquent, Inc., a U.S.-based provider of interconnection services. He also was a founder and the first CEO of Colt Technology Services, one of the United Kingdom’s largest telecommunications businesses. Hynes said he hopes the institute can help teach traits he notices are common among successful people, including the ability to solve problems, think independently and be adaptable. “If we can build that into the curriculum of higher education, those kinds of skills can be applied to helping across the board, beyond just business and into law, medicine, education, government,” Hynes said. “And those kinds of skills can be taught in the form of entrepreneurialism — the ability to attack a problem and take it from a thought into a creation to success.” Hynes put his family’s donation in the context of what he said is a larger debate going on in higher education about the high cost of college and the utility of a degree in the current economy. He envisions the institute will be able provide a creative way to prepare students for the challenges of sustaining a successful career. “If we can build that into an Iona degree to a greater extent,” Hynes said, “I think it will make our degree worth more to the kids who get it, it will make them more effective and better employees, or entrepreneurs, or whatever they choose to do with their life.” Hynes has served as chairman of Iona College’s Board of Trustees since 2008. The school’s Hynes Athletics Center, a multi-purpose sports facility, is also named for him. Anne Marie Hynes holds a law degree from Pace University School of Law (which was renamed last year to the Elisabeth Haub School of Law) and most recently worked as a pro-bono attorney for the Pace Women’s Justice Center, which works with victims of domestic abuse. The

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donation makes the Hynes family the college’s leading lifetime donors, according to Iona. The institute will occupy space already on the campus, with the donation used primarily to fund programs and faculty. The school said it is searching now for a

founding director for the institute. The Hynes Institute will be co-sponsored by the college’s School of Business and its School of Arts & Science. While the institute expects to offer a minor course of study in entrepreneurship next fall, the school is exploring additional degree options within the institute, such as a major and concentration program, as well as a master’s program within the entrepreneurship and innovation institute, according to Glenn Horine, director of the college’s Center For Sports, Entertainment, and Media Business and part of the planning team for the Hynes Institute. Horine said the institute would also include co-curricular components such as a student entrepreneurship club, pitch competitions, a mentoring program involv-

ing high school students and an incubator and accelerator space. “With the curricular side, the co-curricular side and the incubator and accelerator, as well being tied to the community, which is important to us, those are really the three key areas about this announcement and why we think it can be transformational for our school and for our students,” Horine said. The donation comes during Iona’s latest fundraising initiative, which has a $150 million goal and is called the “Iona Forever” campaign. As part of the initiative, Iona is planning to build a new 63,000-squarefoot facility for its School of Business following the $17.5 million donation from trustee Robert V. LaPenta which the school announced in October.

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Paradigm seeks to open teen treatment center in North Castle BY ALEESIA FORNI

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he fate of a California-based company’s plans to convert a 12,000-square-foot mansion in the town of North Castle into an adolescent treatment center hinges on the decision of a state official. Paradigm Treatment Centers LLC, a company that operates a string of treatment facilities for teens and young adults on the West Coast, leased the property at 14-16 Cole Drive in August and seeks to open the center on the 11-acre lot. The proposed eight-person treatment center would be open to children ages 12 to 17 who suffer from anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Jerri Anna Phenix, program director for Paradigm, said many of the adolescents who enter the program are high-achieving students who feel overwhelmed by their obligations.

“They’re incredibly gifted and talented,” Phenix said. “These are kids who have the bar set very high for themselves.” Paradigm operates five facilities in California, with four in Malibu and one in San Francisco. Phenix said two of those facilities are for adolescents struggling with mental health issues, while the others deal with substance issues. The average length of stay at Paradigm is 30 to 45 days and costs $49,000. Insurance typically covers 70 to 80 percent of that cost, Phenix said. Paradigm is proposing the treatment center under New York’s Padavan Law, which was created in 1978 to allow group homes for the mentally or developmentally disabled to bypass local zoning laws. The law permits plans for group homes to move forward as long as the area where they are being developed is not oversaturated with similar facilities. Phenix said the North Castle site was chosen specifically to help meet the high

Program director Jerri Anna Phenix stands in what would be a teaching space for the adolescents who attend Paradigm Treatment Center in North Castle. Photo by Aleesia Forni

demand of children and families in the New York area. According to Paradigm, around 30 percent of the young people treated at the company’s facilities in California make

the cross-country trip from New York. Paradigm has treated 69 children from New York, including those from Mount Vernon, Bronxville, Rye, Chappaqua, Croton, Eastchester, Irvington, Mount

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Kisco and Scarsdale. “These families repeatedly asked us, ‘Why isn’t there a place like this closer to home? Why do we have to go so far away?’” said Richard Bamberger, a spokesman for Paradigm. But some residents believe the Paradigm application is an attempt to twist the Padavan Law. Because Paradigm seeks to develop a short-term mental health treatment facility, not a long-term home for the disabled, opponents say the application does not qualify under the Padavan Law. “Our concern is that if you really kind of throw open the door for this kind of model to push through, what will happen is they’ll begin to proliferate and then it becomes a problem,” said Terence K. McLaughlin, a resident who lives near the property. The Padavan Law has been used in other similar situations in Westchester in recent years. In 2014, California-based Monte Nido & Affiliates transformed an Irvington mansion into a center for those who suffer from eating disorders. The company soon after attempted to open a second facility, first in Irvington and later in

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Scarsdale, though opposition led to the project’s demise in both communities. The proposal fared better in Briarcliff Manor, and the company plans to open the facility at 223 Pine Road near the Trump National Golf Club. Monte Nido operates a dozen residential and outpatient eating disorder and exercise addiction treatment programs in California, Oregon, New York, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. McLaughlin said he believes companies such as Paradigm attempt to stretch the Padavan Law as a way to bypass zoning laws and open for-profit facilities in residential neighborhoods. “It’s not appropriate for the mental health system,” McLaughlin said of the Paradigm facility. “It’s more appropriate for a privately operated facility.” Under the law, a municipality has 40 days to file a protest against the proposed center. In January, the North Castle Town Board voted unanimously to object to Paradigm’s application. “It seems to conflict a little bit with the spirit of the Padavan Law,” North Castle Town Supervisor Michael J. Schiliro said.

As a result of that objection, the state Office of Mental Health held a hearing in March to decide whether the proposed treatment center would be able to move forward. The hearing officer must submit his recommendation to the commissioner of the Office of Mental Health by April 13, though there is no definite time frame for when a final decision will be rendered. McLaughlin, who is a partner at New York City law firm Morrison Cohen, said that if the Office of Mental Health decides in favor of Paradigm, the town could ask New York state to review that determination in court. The review, known as an Article 78 proceeding, would need “to demonstrate that there was some kind of abuse of discretion” on the part of the Office of Mental Health, he said. “So whichever party would be seeking the review, like the town, would be facing an uphill battle,” he said. Aside from the plan’s perceived conflicts with the Padavan Law, the proposed facility faced initial opposition from residents surrounding the property because many believed the center would be used to treat those with substance abuse problems,

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something Paradigm adamantly denies. “We are not opening a drug treatment facility,” Bamberger said. “This can easily be confirmed by the fact that we have applied to the state Office of Mental Health for a license. If our objective were to treat teens for chemical dependency issues, we would be applying with a different state agency that provides licenses for drug treatment programs. Any suggestion to the contrary is simply wrong.” Bamberger said programs serving those with substance use disorders must obtain a license from the Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services. Residents and town officials have also cited the facility’s environmental impacts on the area, including increased traffic and its effect on the area’s water supply. While the fate of the proposed treatment center is still up in the air, Phenix is confident that if the facility opens, it will be a beneficial resource for the surrounding community. “We want to make sure when we’re able to open our doors, that we're a place of extreme quality with all pieces in place,” she said.

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MONTEFIORE, CITYMD ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP Montefiore Health System will become the exclusive preferred provider partner of urgent care chain CityMD’s locations in the Bronx and Westchester. The partnership agreement will allow patients who visit CityMD in those communities to obtain follow-up care with Montefiore’s community of primary and specialty care providers. Montefiore and CityMD say the partnership will improve access to primary, specialty and urgent care services for patients. “The evolution and popularity of urgent care centers speaks volumes about the need for easier access to high quality health care for busy people juggling busy schedules,” said Steven M. Safyer, president and CEO of Montefiore Medicine. Montefiore Health System is composed of 10 hospitals across the Bronx, Westchester and the Hudson Valley and close to 200 outpatient care sites. Founded in 2010, CityMD has more than 68 locations in the greater New York City area and Seattle. “We are pleased to include Montefiore among our growing number of health system partners within communities where many patients are in need of improved access to high quality medical services and a stronger continuum of care,” said Richard Park, CEO of CityMD.

and allocate capital more efficiently.” The company said affected stores will begin the liquidation process on April 17.

of the company’s portfolio and are expected to save about $200 million per year, according to JCPenney’s announcement. The company described the closings as part of an “aggressive action to better align our retail operations for sustainable growth.” “We believe the relevance of our brickand-mortar portfolio will be driven by the implementation of these initiatives consistently to a larger percent of our stores,” said Marvin R. Ellison, chairman and chief executive officer of JCPenney. “Therefore, our decision to close stores will allow us to raise the overall brand standard of the company

HUDSON VALLEY UNEMPLOYMENT UNCHANGED FOR YEAR, AT 4.5 PERCENT The unemployment rate in the Hudson Valley remained unchanged in January at 4.5 percent compared to a year before, according to preliminary data released by the state Department of Labor. An estimated 50,100 people were unemployed in the seven-county region, compared with 51,000 in January 2016. The labor force decreased by 18,000, or 1.6 percent, to 1,106,100. The Hudson Valley was the second strongest labor market in New York behind Long Island’s 4.4 percent unemploy-

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JCPENNEY TO CLOSE PALISADES CENTER LOCATION, CUTTING 89 JOBS The J.C. Penney Co. Inc. is closing its store at the Palisades Center in West Nyack along with 137 other locations nationwide. The closing of the Rockland County location will result in the loss of 89 jobs, according to a state filing. The company announced in February it planned to close between 130 and 140 stores to “optimize its national retail operations.” JCPenney released a list on March 17 that included the Palisades Center stores along with two other New York locations in Long Island and in the state’s Southern Tier. A WARN notice filed with the state Department of Labor on March 16 stated that 89 employees at the store would lose their jobs by June 18. The company said in a press release that about 5,000 positions across the nation would be cut. The closings represent about 14 percent

ment. The Hudson Valley encompasses Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan and Ulster counties. While the region stayed even for the year, statewide and national unemployment rates decreased. New York narrowed to 5 percent in January from 5.3 percent the year before. The U.S. dropped from 5.3 percent to 5.1 percent. The monthly snapshot for the Hudson Valley shows the 4.5 percent January rate widening from 4.1 percent in December. The numbers do not reflect seasonal influences like Christmas, and are not considered as reliable as year-over-year estimates. The calculations are based on statistical models specified by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. — Ryan Deffenbaugh, Aleesia Forni and Bill Heltzel

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Personal issues on business time We have been struggling with personal issues at work. For me, it’s a family illness. For one of my key employees, it’s a relationship that’s not going so well. Another employee is facing financial diﬃculties. And a third has her head in the clouds planning a wedding. It all seems to be ganging up on us. As the owner, I know I’m responsible for keeping things at work on track. I’m looking for advice on the right approach. I know this is how life goes sometimes, but I’m worried about the toll it might take on the business. Where do I draw the line? THOUGHTS OF THE DAY: Life intrudes, often at the most inconvenient times. Realistically assess what each employee needs in the way of relief or support. Be careful to only set precedents you can live with. Invite people to participate in groups. Know when you have to step in and do something. It’s impossible to control what life throws our way. You can’t ignore the problems – they walk in the door each morning and stick around through the day, or pop up at the most inconvenient times. Deal productively with what’s going on by trying to limit the disruptions at work. First, check your own situation. You’re probably hurting because of the family illness. Give yourself space to process what’s happening. Take time off to be with your family. Get counseling if necessary. Find con-

fidants who will help you get through this. With respect to employees, assess how each personal situation is impacting the business. Pitch work as a therapeutic distraction. Ask people to curb the inclination to dwell on problems during work hours. Set reasonable expectations. If someone has a broken leg you wouldn’t expect them to be at work pulling full weight. Just because the problem is more emotional than physical, you can still lighten workloads temporarily. Pick interim managers to be on top of deadlines. Make a plan for interruptions. Allow for time during the day to address issues or attend to outside appointments. See if changing the time of meetings makes it easier to balance work and personal demands. Does anyone need to shift from

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full time to part time? Be careful about setting precedents you can live with. For example, for each year of service, employees gain an extra day of emergency time off, which they can store up in case of need. Remind people that personal days are for emergencies, and should be used as such. People who need financial support may come to you for help, either personally or through the company. Set up rules that keep things in check. Limit the potential financial risk to something you’ll be able to live with in case things don’t go as planned. You can be proactive about guiding employees to build emergency financial funds. Set up a relationship with a credit union. Encourage employees to open an account when they’re hired, and to put aside a few dollars a week for emergencies. If you intend to lend money from company coffers, make sure all shareholders are okay with that. Put boundaries around how much, and how it gets paid back. Have employees sign a note agreeing to the terms. Even though people are struggling with different problems, techniques for coping are often the same. Walks, good

diet, meditation, fresh air are recommended for all kinds of stressful situations. Take the lead on encouraging everyone around you to join in. There are gestures that can help create a positive atmosphere. Fresh fruit at the coffee table. Platter of veggies in the refrigerator that you bring out at lunch for everyone to partake. Group meditation for 20 minutes mid-afternoon. Brisk walk around the building at mid-morning. Just by being together, people gather strength and encouragement. Make the conditions right for that to happen. LOOKING FOR A GOOD BOOK? Try “Invisible Power: Insight Principles at Work” by Dr. Ken Manning, Robin Charbit. Andi Gray is president of Strategy Leaders Inc., StrategyLeaders.com, a business-consulting firm that teaches companies how to double revenue and triple profits in repetitive growth cycles. Have a question for AskAndi? Wondering how Strategy Leaders can help your business thrive? Call or email for a free consultation and diagnostics: 877238-3535, AskAndi@StrategyLeaders.com. Check out our library of business advice articles: AskAndi.com.

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THELIST: HOME BUILDERS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY HOMEBUILDERS

WESTCHESTER COUNTY

Ranked by largest home; listed alphabetically in the event of a tie. Name, address, phone number Area code: 914 (unless otherwise noted) Website

Top local executive(s) Title Year company established

Robertson Contracting

Bryan Robertson Founder 1987

40,000

Custom home design, home renovations, kitchen remodeling, bathroom redesign, roofing, window replacements, siding and masonry

Brenner Builders

Kevin Brenner President 1987

27,000

Luxury, custom homebuilding, with an additional service division that provides customized, preventative maintenance and repairs

Murphy Brothers Contracting

Christopher Murphy and Sean Murphy Partners 1979

13,000

Custom homebuilding and renovations, green construction and sustainability services

Christopher Yaroscak, Tom Yaroscak, Nicole Riess, Joe Luppino Founders 2005

12,000

Custom homebuilding, renovations and remodeling

12,000

Construction, additions and renovations, in-house carpentry, cabinet installation, framing interior and exterior trim work, siding, sheetrock and tile

10,000

Siding, roofing, framing, windows, additions, kitchen, bathrooms, decks, carpentry, masonry, finished basements, gutters and doors

P.O. Box 698, Goldens Bridge 10526 666-0152 • robertsoncontracting.com

362 Adams St., Bedford Hills 10507 242-4707 • brennerbuilders.com

416 Waverly Ave., Mamaroneck 10543 424-3422 • murphybrothers.com

Legacy Construction Northeast LLC

4 MacDonald Ave., Armonk 10504 273-4511 • legacydevelopmentllc.com

Sunrise Building & Remodeling Inc.

Eric Messer Owner 1986

Empire State Builders

Thomas Christensen President 1985

JBC Development LLC

Barry Cohen Managing member 1997

6,500

Land and residential developments and custom homebuilding

Peak Construction

Bill Metzger President and owner 1994

6,500

Additions, remodels and renovations, new home building, decks and porches, siding, green construction and garages, barns and buildings

Noble Construction Management

Bernie Kuehl President 1990

The Ruby Group

Pete Berman CEO 2002

5,250

Developer, construction manager, builder and design/build

The Blair Interiors Group Ltd.

Linda Blair President 1995

3,000

Additions, design-build, interior design and decorating

Habitat for Humanity of Westchester

James Killoran Executive director 1988

1,600

Homebuilding projects in partnership with families in need

510 N. State Road, Briarcliff Manor 10510 762-8453 • sunrisebuilding.com

White Plains Mall, 200 Hamilton Ave., White Plains 10601 682-0003 • empirestatebuilders.com

Pound Ridge 10576 764-0152 • jbcdevelopers.com

282 Katonah Ave., Suite 168, Katonah 10536 277-7300 • peakconstruction.biz

2 Depot Plaza, Suite 303C, Bedford Hills 10507 646-6253 • nobleconstruction.net

330 Route 17A, Goshen 10924 845-651-3800 • rubygrp.com

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1 Chase Road, Scarsdale 10583 472-8159 • blairinteriorsgroup.com

659 Main St. New Rochelle 10801 636-8335 • habitatwc.org

6,400

(80,000 in Connecticut)

Construction, contracting, custom homes and renovations

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Sheryl Battles: Pitney Bowes’ Diversity Chief to keynote Westfair awards program BY DR. GENEIVE BROWN METZGER

Westfair Diversity Partner

heryl Battles will keynote Westfair Inc.’s inaugural “Celebrating Diversity” Awards on April 4 when 40 Diversity Champions will be celebrated for their outstanding contribution in advancing diversity in Westchester and Fairfield counties. Battles, diversity and communications chief at Pitney Bowes in Stamford, is among the most accomplished corporate executives in her field. She leads the company’s global diver- Sheryl Battles sity and inclusion strategy and develops thought leadership positions on key business issues and trends impact-

ing global commerce. Pitney Bowes has recognized her exceptional contributions with several awards, including the company’s highest employee honor — the Walter H. Wheeler Jr. Award. She is a three-time winner of the Pitney Bowes One Standard Excellence Award for outstanding team accomplishments. A seasoned professional with much experience in diversity and many awards to her credit, Battles appreciates that a successful diversity and inclusion strategy requires leadership from the top. Pitney Bowes believes diversity is a business imperative and the company’s long record of support for diversity is a standard in America’s corporate culture.

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She is a National Achievement Scholar with a degree in human biology from Stanford University in Palo Alto, Calif. The Harvard Business Review, Time

magazine, Ebony magazine and PR Week have featured Battles, who is a regular on the diversity and inclusion speaking circuit.

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Ranked by largest home; listed alphabetically in the event of a tie.

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Name, address, phone number Area code: 203 (unless otherwise noted) Website

Top local executive(s) Title Year company established

Dibico Construction Inc.

Julio DiBiase Founder and president 1991

27,000

New construction, additions, renovations, general contracting, construction management, residential, commercial fit outs and home maintenance

Hemingway Construction Co.

Salvatore Sciarretta, founder and president; and Peter Sciarretta, CEO 1992

25,000

Construction management, general contracting, home maintenance and home renovations

Scott Hobbs, president; Ian Hobbs, vice president; and Walter Lorenz, chief operating officer 1954

20,000

New construction, renovations, green building and HobbsCare, a division specializing in small projects and home maintenance

Wright Building Co.

Chris Wright President 1978

18,000

Clarke Builders Inc.

David Dall President 1964

16,000

Coastal Construction Group

Ryan Moran and Joe Feinlieb Principals 2003

15,000

Luxury and new home construction

Davenport Contracting Inc.

Richard Koch and Brian MacDonald Principals 1978

15,000

High-end custom homes, renovations, additions, pre-construction estimating program, construction management services and fixed bid services

RR Builders LLC

Richard Rosano Owner 2001

15,000

New home construction, renovations, additions and estate management

Deborah and David Prutting Owners 1975

14,000

New home construction, residential contracting, home renovation, construction projects and modern building

Douglas Cutler Principal 1988

10,500

Home design architecture firm providing custom architecture and renovations

1194 King St., Second floor, Greenwich 06831 618-1219 • dibicoinc.com • dibicohm.com

115 Mason St., Greenwich 06830 625-0566 • hemingwayconstruction.com

Hobbs Incorporated

27 Grove St., New Canaan 06840 966-0726 • hobbsinc.com • hobbs-care.com

5 Myrtle St., Norwalk 06855 227-4134 • wrightbuild.com

P.O. Box 187, Riverside 06878 637-4135 • clarkebuilders.com

1723 Post Road East, Westport 06880 521-4770 • ctcoastal.com

78 Harvard Ave., Suite 230, Stamford 06902 324-6308 • davenportcontracting.com

5 Elm St., New Canaan 06840 972-6100 • rrbuilders.com

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Prutting & Company Custom Builders LLC 75 Camp Ave., Stamford 06907 972-1028 • prutting.com

Modular Architecture

(A division of Doughlas Cutler Architects AIA) 221 Danbury Road, Wilton 06897 761-9561 • modulararchitecture.com

Largest home built to date (square feet)

Services

Custom home building, including Wright HomeWorks, a division specializing in renovations, additions and repairs, and Gold Coast Homes, a developer specializing in single-family homes Custom home building, renovations and remodeling services and home additions, as well as project management and estate management services

Construction Solutions Group

Sylvan D. Pomerantz Co-founder 2003

6,500

Architectural services, certified green builders, construction management, custom homes, design and build and renovations and expansions

Pine Creek Associates Inc.*

Tom Wrabel Founder and president 1986

4,500

Remodeling, additions, new home construction, property management and general maintenance and repairs

Peter Schneider Builder Contractor Inc.*

Peter Schneider Founder and president 1984

4,400

Full design-build services for new home construction and additions

Sherman Building Design *

Michael Carpanzano CEO and project manager 2009

3,300

Custom home design, major renovations and new construction

J K Home Improvements LLC

John Kozinski Owner 1996

3,000

Kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling and additions

Not Ranked

30 Huckleberry Hollow, Stamford 06903 595-9882 • theconstructionsolutionsgroup.com

256-9300 • pinecreekassociates.com

743-5548 • peterschneiderbuilder.com

Sherman 06784 860-354-4411 • shermanbuildingdesign.com

3 Beau St., Norwalk 06850 984-8869 • jkhomeimprovements.net

Construction Management Group LLC

Salvatore Zarrella Founder and principal member 2005

Building and restoration

Pecora Brothers Inc.

Sylvester J. Pecora Jr. and Joseph Pecora Partners 1995

Construction company providing new home construction, additions, renovations, repairs and property management services

Wernert

Bruce Wernet Founder and president 1981

General contracting, construction, design/build and owner representation

58 Pine St., New Canaan 06840 966-3388 • cmgbuilder.com

70 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich 06830 863-9555 • pecorabrothers.com

76 Valley Road, Cos Cob 06807 869-1110 • wernert.com

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and go every day,” he said. “I don’t think it is a bad climate. I think it is a good climate, depending on what your brand is.” But Danas acknowledged that Connecticut’s taxes and liabilities do not necessarily encourage aspiring restaurateurs. “Connecticut itself is a test,” he lamented. “It is expensive for a lot of people. It takes some stamina to do it here.” Food trade entrepreneurs also face a traditionally harsh startup realm. Bill

Guilfoyle, associate professor at The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, noted that 20 percent of new restaurants shut down in their first year, while 60 percent expire after three years and 80 percent are closed after five years. Still, he observed, this is not unique to the hospitality industry, adding, “A lot of people think that’s only for restaurants, but it is true for all small businesses.”

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mies. Guilfoyle noted that many of the establishments that flounder and fail shortly after opening are killed by a lack of sufficient capital. “They forecast $1 million in their first year, but they have only $50,000 instead of $300,000 or $400,000 in the bank,” he said. Mark Moeller, founder and president of the Sheltonbased consultancy The Recipe of Success, agreed with Guilfoyle and added that financial irresponsibility among wouldbe restaurateurs has scared off many potential investors. “They think that they can keep spending and get money,” he observed. “A lot of investors are tired of small restaurants that spend, spend, spend and do not have any skin in the game.” Moeller also faulted the newcomers to this profession for doing a dismal job in promotion. “There is a misconception: if I build it, they will come,” he said. “Restaurants are notorious for not doing well with marketing. They are operators, and they need to have the right person for that type of marketing — someone who has worked with restaurants. This type of marketing is a completely different animal than marketing a retail or office space.” And speaking of marketing, independent restaurants are in competition with national and regional restaurant chains with considerable advertising and promotional budgets. Jim Lopolito, a hospitality industry consultant based in Monroe, N.Y., pointed out that the chains have an even greater advantage over independent restaurants: their ability to slice and dice customer and employee data to determine what strategies work best in their markets. Lopolito noted that independent eateries are less focused on number crunching. “Small shops do not look at data,” he said. “They look at what their gut tells them. But that can be very problematic. I’ve walked into a lot of businesses where they have no idea what they’re doing on a daily basis. Without data, you really have to look at how each person on the team is selling. If you don’t know, it could be the end of the business.” But Scott Lawton, president and co-founder of the Bartaco chain of restaurants which operates in seven states, including locations in Port Chester, N.Y., and Stamford, West Hartford and Westport,

noted that there is one area in which independent restaurants have an advantage over the chains. “Independent restaurants have sort of a mom-and-pop mentality — they take care of the customers,” he said. “The owners are around the business all of the time and pay attention to all the time. The chains do not have that level of care to each of their customers.” There is also the question of where the restaurant is based. For Lawton, the old real estate mantra of “location, location, location” is affirmed if new restaurants are poorly situated. “You are always running a great risk if you are not in a primary location,” he said. Yet consultant Danas disagreed. “It depends on concept,” he explained. “I have a client in Norwalk — East Avenue Pizza — that has no parking, but it has been in business for 20 years. If they have something people like, people will come for it.” Perhaps a possible strategy for avoiding restaurant start-up errors is to do a testrun in a non-brick-and-mortar setting. One of Fairfield County’s newest restaurants will be Aunt Viv’s Homestyle Cooking, which is set to open later this spring at 1055 Huntington Turnpike in Bridgeport. Owner Sarah Bridges began her business in 2012 as a catering service with the goal of opening a restaurant for her Southernstyle fare. However, she first opted to test the concept via a food truck, which she acquired and put into service last year. “It was less expensive,” Bridges said. “And it made sense because we wanted to make certain that we could sustain the quality of the business before transferring it over to a restaurant.” Bridges scouted out locations in Milford and West Haven before settling on Bridgeport. “We want to see Bridgeport succeed,” she said. “There are a lot of great things about the city, and we want to be part of the greatness of the city.”

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Stratford live-in eldercare facility was born from necessity BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

n the mid-1990s, when brothers Brian and David Krett, Jr. were faced with finding suitable live-in care for their ailing grandmother, they made an unpleasant discovery: There was no such care available. “There were absolutely no agencies that did live-in care then,” said David, who serves as CEO of the business the brothers started to fill the void, Family Care Plus. “Some did visits on an hourly basis, but none did live-in care.” “She’d had a massive stroke, and was at the point where she wasn’t going to get any better,” added Brian, whose title is Member, Family Care Plus. “The family agreed that she should be home. We ended up going out, doing interviews, and hiring and firing to finally get her what she, and the family, needed. “It’s really critical to be able to help people in their own homes,” he continued. “What we found years ago was caregivers lacking experience, who didn’t have the right background as to what to do. Sometimes they just didn’t show up.” With backgrounds in health care — they’d both taken pre-med courses in college — and older brother David’s experience in the corporate world, the Krett brothers harnessed their entrepreneurial spirits and in 1997 started Family Care Plus. Based in Stratford, the agency, which specializes in live-in eldercare, has gone from a small office of about 200 square feet above a Baskin-Robbins to its current 8,000-square-feet office at 2573

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Main St., as well as offices in New York City and Boston. Dealing with what is usually a once- or twice-in-a-lifetime experience for most people looking for onsite care for their aging and/or ailing parents can be traumatic, they noted. “Just about everyone thinks of mom and dad as invincible,” David said, “so it can be a shock when they get ill. A lot of folks go into denial, or crisis mode.”

“A lot of people say, ‘I don’t know what to do with Mom and Dad, and I don’t want to have to put them in an assisted living facility or nursing home’,” Brian added. “They don’t realize there’s another option out there. We provide one-on-one care — at a nursing home or assisted living facility, that ratio is usually 10 to 1 or even 20 to 1.” Employing some 500 people, including administrative

staff and a pool of caregivers, Family Care Plus has extended operations to Massachusetts and Vermont. “We don’t really need a lot of office space,” David noted. “Most of our staff are in patients’ homes.” Prospective Family Care Plus caregivers go through a rigorous training program. Applicants usually have some kind of background and experience in the FCBJ

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IBM to use cognitive computing in eldercare study BY PHIL HALL

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ome technology is developed on a proactive basis, while other solutions come about in a reactive manner. A new research study involving cognitive computing solutions designed by Armonk, Westchester County-based IBM to help improve eldercare in senior living centers could be viewed as encompassing both a response to a changing world and a forward-thinking strategy for what could become a serious healthcare concern in the near future. In cognitive computing, highly capable machines such as IBM’s Watson computer detect patterns and trends by analyzing huge amounts of data. They can mimic the way the human mind works and, in a sense, learn from what they’ve been able to identify so they can detect even more. “The aging demographic affects the world,” said Susann Keohane, global research leader for IBM’s Strategic Initiative on Aging. “And, unfortunately, as

you age you acquire disabilities.” IBM cites statistics from the U. S. Census Bureau showing that by 2020 there will be more people aged 65 and older than there will be children under 5. The new study teams IBM with the Avamere Family of Companies, a Willsonville, Oregon-based health care operation that encompasses 50 independent living, assisted living, transitional care and skilled nursing facilities. The study, which is set to begin later this spring and run for six months, will be based at two of Avamere’s locations and will use IBM’s technology to identify the potential factors that affect 30-day hospital readmission rates in eldercare patients. As part of the study, IBM’s systems will be set up to monitor patient movement, including gait analysis and factors that could lead to fall risk, along with daily activities including personal hygiene, sleeping patterns, and bathroom functions. The air quality of the facilities also will be monitored. Keohane stressed that the cognitive computing being used will be as inconspicuous as possible. “We’re not deploying

cameras,” she explained. “These are consumer-grade sensors. Often in technology, you take a jackhammer to kill an ant. For this, we just need a little signal to say what’s going on in the space.” John W. Morgan, Avamere’s CEO, said that the patients will be provided sign consent forms they must execute before any sensors will be installed in their rooms while they are undergoing treatment. “We have to be very thoughtful on how to do the focus,” he said. “The use of the data will be very sensitive. I like to say what we collect is agnostic data to the individual, and it is collected in an unobtrusive way.” According to Morgan, Avamere will combine the real-time observational data from the study’s sensors with its existing data related to patient trends and traits at their facilities. “We want to see what is working well,” he continued. “Our goal is to move the patient from a skilled nursing facility to the home setting as soon as possible and not see them bounce back into the emergency room or another facility. We have a significant amount of data and we are interested in how to best utilize

this data to assist us in doing things different in post-acute healthcare space.” Keohane stressed that the study is not being coordinated as a response mechanism for intervention in the event of an emergency. “We are not impacting the course of care, nor are we changing how the Avamere staff delivers care,” she said. “We are just looking at patterns of patient behavior.” Both IBM and Avamere declined to say how much the study will cost. A launch date has not been confirmed. But Morgan stated that both companies will ultimately be able to leverage the study’s results for their respective missions. “We are learning together in this research project,” he said. “IBM’s knowledge universe will help us produce better care for our patients. And from this, IBM will be able to develop something that it can take to other clients in this space.” Keohane affirmed that her company will be active in the eldercare market in the years ahead. “IBM is very much focused on developing the use of cognitive technology to help people as they age,” she said.

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taining thousands of jobs every year while attracting major private investments in our economy.” Among the major development projects receiving IDA incentives over the past several years were: • Lennar residential mixed-use complex ($275 million new construction — White Plains); • PepsiCo ($250 million expansion — Purchase); • LCOR luxury rental complex ($247 million new construction — White Plains); • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals ($196 million expansion — Tarrytown); • Million Air ($80 million renovation —Harrison); • Harbor Square luxury rentals ($65 million new construction — Ossining); • Rivertowns Square retail center ($53.5 million new construction — Dobbs Ferry); • Lifetime Fitness ($41.2 million expansion — Harrison); • Dannon ($30 million renovation and move — White Plains); and • Acorda Therapeutics ($27.9 million expansion — Ardsley). Among the nonprofit projects supported by the LDC last year were Westchester Medical Center’s new $230 million ambulatory care pavilion in Valhalla, the largest health care construction project in the Hudson Valley. Last year, the LDC also provided tax-exempt bond financing for Sarah Lawrence College, Rippowam Cisqua School, Hendrick Hudson Library, Cardinal McCloskey Community Services and Bethel Methodist Housing. Since 2013, the LDC has supported numerous projects in the health care and

higher education sectors including: • White Plains Hospital ($175 million — White Plains); • Pace University ($98 million — Pleasantville); • Kendal on Hudson I and II ($82.3 million — Sleepy Hollow); • Northern Westchester Hospital ($33.1 million — Mount Kisco); • Purchase College ($15.1 million — Purchase); • Phelps Memorial Hospital ($14 million — Sleepy Hollow). In addition to the incentives offered by the IDA and LDC, the county has launched an aggressive marketing program that includes print and digital advertising and sponsorship of major business and real estate events such as the New York Real Estate EXPO and the WCBS 880 Small Business Breakfast. “Companies can invest anywhere, but they are coming to Westchester because they see the value we offer as the smart place for business,” said Astorino. Here is why more and more businesses are moving to Westchester or expanding their operations here: Westchester has the talent pool you need to grow your business. Westchester residents are among the brightest in the nation, with 47 percent of the county population above the age of 25 holding a bachelor’s degree at the least, and 24 percent of Westchester residents have advanced degrees. No wonder Westchester is called “New York’s Intellectual Capital.” With companies such as Regeneron, Acorda and IBM based here, Westchester is a hub of innovation. In fact, more than

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or most New Yorkers, having a last will and testament is ubiquitous. As one ages, it is not unusual for the topic of a conversation to be whether one has signed their last will. Unfortunately, what is often missing from the conversation is that a last will only controls assets held by an individual in his or her name alone at the time of his or her death (not jointly held assets or assets with named beneficiaries), and that for the last will to be effective as to those assets, it must admitted to probate in the Surrogate’s Court of the county where the decedent resided. The complexity, cost and delays associated with the probate process are rarely discussed. The following are some of the reasons one should try to avoid utilizing a last will that needs to be admitted to probate upon one’s demise:

AVOID POTENTIALLY SIGNIFICANT LEGAL FEES AND FILING FEES

While the legal fees may vary depending on where one resides and the experience of the attorneys retained, it is not unusual, depending on the complexity

of the estate (size and number of assets subject to probate), for the fees to be approximately 3 percent to 5 percent of the decedent’s gross estate (the equivalent of an executor’s commission). Additionally, there are court filing fees associated with probate. The filing fee for an estate of $500,000 or greater, for example, is $1,250. There will also be small fees to obtain letters testamentary (the document appointing the executor). In addition to the legal fees, an unanticipated expense can arise where the court needs to appoint a guardian ad litem (an attorney) to represent the interests of any beneficiary that is a “person under a disability.” Any minor child or disabled person (physical or mental) that is a beneficiary will require that a guardian ad litem be appointed for him or her to protect his or her interest in the probate proceeding. The guardian ad litem is required to file a report with the court. This often delays the admission of the last will to probate and the issuance of full letters testamentary to the named executor, and adds a potentially significant additional cost to the probate process.

PROBATE IS A LENGTHY PROCESS The probate process can often take 9 months to one year from beginning to end. Even after the last will has been admitted to probate, there are filings such as the Inventory of Assets and Affidavit of Completion, which are required by the court at specific times after the will has been admitted to probate. Filing these forms often cause delays in completing the administration of the estate, which results in delaying the distribution of assets to the will’s beneficiaries.

RISK OF A CONTEST TO THE LAST WILL

The existence of a last will that needs to be admitted to probate increases the risk of a will contest. Any distributee (person that would inherit if there is no last will) must receive written notice that the last will is being offered for probate. This presents the opportunity for said person to challenge the validity of the last will. Generally, the grounds for challenging a last will include that the decedent lacked testamentary capacity, that the will was the product of undue influence, duress or fraud, and/or that said last will was not duly executed.

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For those that think the costs and expenses of an uncontested probate process are high, the potential legal fees, expenses and delays associated with a challenge to one’s last will are significantly greater.

NO PRIVACY IN THE PROBATE PROCESS

The probate process is wholly devoid of any privacy. One’s last will and testament is on file and open for public viewing. Additionally, the nature and value of the assets comprising one’s estate will need to be divulged in both the Probate Petition and Inventory of Assets. In my opinion, this lack of privacy is sufficient reason in and of itself to avoid the probate process. In conclusion, the use of a trust, whether revocable and/or irrevocable, should be strongly considered as a tool to avoid the probate process and the potential costs and delays associated with it. Anthony J. Enea. is the managing member of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano LLP, with offices in White Plains and Somers. He is a past chairman of the New York State Bar Association’s Elder Law Section. He can be reached at 914-948-1500 or A.Enea@esslawfirm.com.

Judge rules against lawsuit to stop Harrison senior center BY RYAN DEFFENBAUGH rdeffenbaugh@westfairinc.com

proposed 160-unit senior housing facility in Harrison is cleared to move forward after a state Supreme Court judge ruled against a challenge to it from a group of residents there. A Feb. 22 ruling from Justice Gretchen Walsh ruled against resident group Save Harrison, Inc., which had filed an Article 78 challenge to the proposed 169,000 square foot facility.

Rendering of Brightview proposal

Brightview Senior Living LLC, a Maryland-based senior housing developer, has been met with community resistance to its plan to build a mix of independent and assisted-living units on a 7.3 acre property at 600 Lake St. in the town, a site previously home to a granite quarry. The Harrison Town Board approved a zoning change necessary for Brightview's proposal in May 2016, following a tense meeting that included boos and chants from residents. In June, Save Harrison filed a lawsuit against the developer, along with the town board and planning board, challenging the project. The groups says the proposal is a threat to neighborhoods near Silver Lake in the town. In July, a Save Harrison member told the Business Journal that the group objected to a project "the size of two Home Depots" going into a residential neighborhood. The project would bring increased traffic, noise and potential flooding, plus disrupt nearby wetlands, the group argued in its lawsuit. The lawsuit also questioned the thoroughness of the town's environmental

review and whether the proposal lined up with the town's comprehensive plan. Walsh wrote in the decision that the Harrison Planning Board's review gave "exhaustive consideration to all potential environmental problems." Brightview Senior Living LLC is a subsidiary of The Shelter Group, based in Baltimore. Brightview's proposal calls for a four-story building with 84 units for independent living, 50 for assisted living and 26 for memory care. The company manages a 95-apartment senior living facility in Tarrytown and 35 other similar facilities along the East Coast. Brightview's attorney, David Steinmetz, of the White Plains firm Zarin & Steinmetz, said Brightview is "extremely pleased that the court upheld the validity of the town of Harrison's zoning text amendment, (and) the comprehensive environmental review that they did." Save Harrison is represented by Al Pirro of The Pirro Group in White Plains. Pirro told both The Journal News and the local newspaper The Harrison Review following the ruling that his group planned to appeal the decision. Brightview is entered into a contract with the owner of the granite quarry, Lawrence Barrego, to buy the property. The proposal comes after a legal dispute between the quarry and town that dragged on for several years. In 2009, the town of Harrison filed criminal and civil charges against the quarry for alleged violations of town code and issued stop-work orders. The matter bounced around state courts until the two sides reached a settlement in 2014. The quarry agreed not to further its operations, end all litigation against the town and submit an application for a senior living facility on the site. In exchange, the town of Harrison agreed to no longer pursue $825,000 it was allegedly owed in fines and dropped its pursuit of alleged code violations. Harrison had a public hearing scheduled on the proposal for its town board meeting March 2, but pushed the hearing back to its March 23 meeting. The hearing was needed as a precursor to any vote by the town board confirming the planning board's issuance of a special permit to Brightview, a requirement for the project to move forward.

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FACTS & FIGURES BANKRUPTICES POUGHKEEPSIE J&N Painting & Trucking Corp. 65 Meadow Lane, Modena 12548. Chapter 7, voluntary. Represented by Michelle L. Trier. Filed: March 17. Case no. 17-35417-cgm.

WHITE PLAINS BCH Capital LLC. 1965 54 St., Brooklyn 11204. Chapter 11, voluntary. Represented by Arnold Mitchell Greene. Filed: March 17. Case no. 17-22384-rdd. Canzone Plaster and Tile Inc. 218 W. Lincoln Ave., Mount Vernon 10550. Chapter 11, voluntary. Represented by Jonathan S. Pasternak. Filed: March 20. Case no. 17-22417rdd.

COURT CASES AEG Management Brooklyn LLC. Filed by the trustees of the District Council 9 Painting Industry Insurance and Annuity Funds. Action: E.R.I.S.A.- delinquent contributions. Attorney: Dana Lynne Henke. Filed: March 15. Case no. 7:17-cv-01896-KMK. AMEC Construction LLC d.b.a. AMEC Commercial. Filed by Teamsters Local 456 Pension, Health and Welfare, Annuity, Education and Training, Industry Advancement and Legal Services Funds. Action: E.R.I.S.A.- delinquent contributions. Attorney: Daniel Ernest Kornfeld. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv-02011. Board of Education of the City of Yonkers. Filed by Micahel Yazurlo. Action: employment discrimination. Attorney not listed. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv02027.

EMAS IT Solutions Pte Ltd. 75 South Broadway, Fourth floor, No. 489, White Plains 10601. Chapter 11, voluntary. Represented by Sharon L. Levine, Dipesh Patel and Stephen B. Ravin. Filed: March 18. Case no. 1722406-rdd.

Cap 111 Enterprises LLC. Filed by Victor Torres Trinidad. Action: Fair Labor Standards Act. Attorney: George Diamantopoulos and Lee. R.A. Seham. Filed: March 21. Case no. 7:17-cv-01986-VB.

Ezra Holdings Ltd. 75 S. Broadway, Fourth floor, No. 489, White Plains 10601. Chapter 11, voluntary. Represented by Sharon L. Levine, Dipesh Patel and Stephen B. Ravin. Filed: March 18. Case no. 17-22405-rdd.

Capital One National Association. Filed by Donna Marsh. Action: Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991. Attorney: Daniel Goldsmith Ruggiero. Filed: March 17. Case no. 7:17-cv-01978-CS.

Ezra Marine Services Pte. Ltd. 75 S. Broadway, Fourth floor, No. 489, White Plains 10601. Chapter 11, voluntary. Represented by Sharon L. Levine, Dipesh Patel and Stephen B. Ravin. Filed: March 18. Case no. 1722407-rdd.

Chase Bank. Filed by Aryeh Perl. Action: Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991. Attorney: Edward B. Geller. Filed: March 21. Case no. 7:17-cv-01992.

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CLS Project Solutions Inc. Filed by the trustees of the District Council 9 Painting Industry Insurance and Annuity Funds. Action: E.R.I.S.A.- delinquent contributions. Attorney: Dana Lynne Henke. Filed: March 15. Case no. 7:17-cv-01893NSR. Commissioner of Social Security. Filed by Derrick Tyrone Smith. Action: review of HHS decision (DIWW). Attorney: Daniel Berger. Filed: March 21. Case no. 7:17-cv01999-CS. International Business Machines Corp. et al. Filed by Todd Scholey. Action: diversity-product liability. Attorney: Brian J. Alexander. Filed: March 17. Case no. 7:17-cv01982-NSR.

ON THE RECORD

J.M. Kelc Marine Contractors Corp. Filed by the trustees of the Operating Engineers Local 137, 137A, 137B, 137C and 137R Annuity, Pension, Welfare and Apprenticeship Skill Improvement and Safety Funds of the International Union of Operating Engineers. Action: E.R.I.S.A. Attorney: Giacchino James Russo. Filed: March 15. Case no. 7:17-cv-01891-KMK.

Elk Homes Partners III LP, Rye. Seller: Daniel Foster Schubert, New York City. Property: 350 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale. Amount: $1 million. Filed March 16.

Kaiser Trabue Landscape Architects et al. Filed by Hobbs Inc. Action: diversity action. Attorney: Michael Joseph Barnaby. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv-01990.

North Broadway LLC, New York City. Seller: Lucky M’s Inc., LaGrangeville. Property: 101 N. Broadway, Yonkers. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed March 15.

Kingston Candy & Tobacco Company Inc., et al. Filed by Bank of America National Association. Action: diversity-breach of contract. Attorney: Marie Polito Hofsdal. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv-01943-KMK.

Real NY Realty LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: 17 Bertel Realty Company LLC, Mount Vernon. Property: 21 Bertel Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $1 million. Filed March 17.

Leake and Watts Services Inc. Filed by Melville Shields. Action: Americans with Disabilities Act – employment discrimination. Attorney: Russell Gustavson Wheeler. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv02020. The New York City Police Department, et al. Filed by Akiko Furuta. Action: federal question other civil rights. Attorney: Dana R. DiBlasi (Stricker). Filed: March 17. Case no. 7:17-cv-01977. Northwood Motors LLC, et al. Filed by Michael Delhanty. Action: job discrimination (age). Attorney: William Joseph Sipser. Filed: March 20. Case no. 7:17-cv-01985. The Nyack Hospital. Filed by New York State Nurses Association Benefits Fund. Action: E.R.I.S.A.employment retirement. Attorneys: Carol Giuliano Dell and Katherine Meredith Morgan. Filed: March 15. Case no. 7:17-cv-01899-VB. Village of Cold Spring. Filed by Butterfield Realty LLC. Action: federal question - other civil rights. Attorney: Salvatore David Ferlazzo. Filed: March 16. Case no. 7:17-cv01901-NSR.

DEEDS

GHP 660 LLC, White Plains. Seller: RA 660 White Plains Road LLC, Uniondale. Property: 660 White Plains Road, Greenburgh. Amount: $30 million. Filed March 17.

Richbell Close LLC, Scarsdale. Seller: Deborah L. Moody, Scarsdale. Property: 4 Richbell Close, Scarsdale. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed March 16. U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Joseph A. Maria, White Plains. Property: 129 Dellwood Road, Yonkers. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed March 20.

BELOW $1 MILLION 122 Herriot St Holdings LLC, Melville. Seller: Forever-M.R.S. Partners LLC, Yonkers. Property: 122 Herriot St., Yonkers. Amount: $215,000. Filed March 17.

BHNVN1 LLC, Bronx. Seller: Theodore J. Brundage, Harrison. Property: 530 S. 10th Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $266,781. Filed March 15. City of Yonkers, Yonkers. Seller: City of Yonkers, Yonkers. Property: 9 Runyon Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $277,281. Filed March 16. County of Westchester, White Plains. Seller: Jakaza Corp., Yorktown Heights. Property: 6 Myrtle Drive, Somers. Amount: $375,000. Filed March 15. Dhanoa Real Estate LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Robert J. Cuozzo, et al, Pleasantville. Property: 80 Beech Hill Road, Mount Pleasant. Amount: $475,000. Filed March 17. DHC Development II LLC, New Rochelle. Seller: Angelo Carino, et al, Katonah. Property: 50 Highland Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $725,000. Filed March 16. Fred’s 5 LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: Maria Gnerre MacDonald, Yonkers. Property: 349 N. Macquesten Parkway, Mount Vernon. Amount: $800,000. Filed March 15. Hartley Holdings LLC, Great Neck. Seller: Donetta White, Garrison. Property: 44 Hartley Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $120,000. Filed March 16. HSBC Bank USA N.A. Seller: Kevin Wright, Mahpac. Property: 32 Independence St., White Plains. Amount: $441,957. Filed March 20.

146 Cyk Lockwood Corp., Yonkers. Seller: 146-148 Lockwood Associates LLC, Edgewater, N.J. Property: 148 Lockwood Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $965,000. Filed March 20.

KRHTH Realty LLC, Valhalla. Seller: Thomas Stuart, Valhalla. Property: 121 Columbus Ave., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $550,000. Filed March 20.

247 Seymour LLC, Armonk. Seller: Elzbieta Perzan, Greenwich, Conn. Property: 247 Seymour Road, Rye. Amount: $645,000. Filed March 17.

LNV Corp. Seller: Anthony Tirone, White Plains. Property: 71 Dell Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $738,224. Filed March 20.

269 South 1st Corp., Roslyn. Seller: Christopher Moore, New York. Property: 269 First Avenue South, Mount Vernon. Amount: $215,000. Filed March 15.

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349 Saw Mill Holdings LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: 349 Saw Mill River Road LLC, Bronx. Property: 349 Saw Mill River Road, Yonkers. Amount: $925,000. Filed March 16.

93-95 South Street LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Mancuso Realty Corp., Yonkers. Property: 95 School St., Yonkers. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed March 17.

9 Home Point Solutions LLC, Bronx. Seller: C2GRE LLC, White Plains. Property: 105 5th Ave., New Rochelle. Amount: $275,000. Filed March 17.

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Millard Avenue Holdings LLC, Sleepy Hollow. Seller: Glenn Barrows, et al, Rhinebeck. Property: 738 Commerce St., Mount Pleasant. Amount: $327,000. Filed March 17. PTG Main St. Holdings LLC, Hastings on Hudson. Seller: MCW Lennox LLC, Ardsley. Property: 97 Main St., Greenburgh. Amount: $618,000. Filed March 16. Residential Mortgage Loan Trust 2013-TT2. Seller: Jose A. Gines, White Plains. Property: 5 Cross Hill Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $660,165. Filed March 20.

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MARKOWITZ ON BOARD OF WHITE PLAINS NONPROFIT

Jessica L. Markowitz

Jessica L. Markowitz has been named to the board of directors of Yes She Can Inc., a White Plains nonprofit devoted to helping young women with Autism Spectrum Disorder, the umbrella term describing a group of developmental disorders that can involve varying degrees of language and social impairments, and repetitive behaviors. It encompasses mild autism in addition to more advanced levels of the disorder. Markowitz is the director of finance and administration at Pro Bono Partnership, a Westchester-based nonprofit that provides free business and transactional legal services to nonprofit organizations serving the disadvantaged or enhancing the quality of life in neighborhoods in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. "Jessica provided guidance as a volunteer during our strategic planning process this summer," said Marjorie Madfis, who founded Yes She Can. “As a board member, her expertise in financial management and nonprofit best practices will be instrumental to our organization.” Yes She Can operates Girl AGain, a resale boutique for American Girl dolls at 4 Martine Ave. in White Plains. "We sell dolls, but we're not in the doll business, we are in the job skills development business,” Madfis explained. Markowitz holds a bachelor’s degree from Purchase College and a masters in public administration from Baruch College.

DOETSCH NAMED MANAGER OF THE YEAR

Virginia Doetsch

William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that the manager of the firm’s Bronxville and Irvington offices has been selected as its 2016 Manager of the Year. Last year’s performance by Virginia Doetsch was compared with that of the company’s other 15 brokerage managers. It’s the second time in the past three years that she’s won the award. Paul Breunich, the company’s president and CEO, said, “Her achievements are substantial, including her skill for drawing and retaining top talent as well as her impressive track record of realizing notable increases in annual sales volume.” In Bronxville, Doetsch increased the number of agents from nine to 41, while increasing the office’s annual sales volume by 800 percent. In Irvington, she now leads a group of 15 agents, after launching that office in 2015. “I have high expectations for my agents, and strive to build teams comprised of sales professionals who focus on what is best for their clients over their own interests. As a result, we are building relationships that we know will last for generations,” Doestch said. William Pitt and Julia B. Fee Sotheby's International Realty has more than 1,000 sales associates in 26 locations throughout Westchester, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

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GOOD THINGS HAPPENING FOOD BANK RAISES $3,300 FROM YANKEES CAR RAFFLE

WESTCHESTER JEWISH COUNCIL HONORS COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

Food Bank of Westchester President and CEO Leslie Gordon, raffle winner Patrick Flannery and the car.

A few weeks ago, we reported that the Food Bank of Westchester was holding a raffle for a one-ofa-kind electric “ride on” New York Yankees car with a removable hood which had been autographed by team stars Mariano Rivera, Mark Teixeira, Masahiro Tanaka and others. The car was designed by John Iodice, owner of by Riemann Auto Body in White Plains. It’s painted white with blue pinstripes to emulate the graphic design used by the legendary baseball team, and has a plain hood for use when children are riding in it, plus the autographed one. The raffle now has taken place and the car was won by a longtime Yankees fan from Valhalla, Patrick Flannery. Flannery has supported the food bank in the past with food and monetary donations. He said he plans to give the autographed hood to a loved one as a birthday gift and may donate the car itself to a child in need. Food Bank for Westchester raised nearly $3,300 from the raffle. The proceeds will help it continue to provide assistance to the one in five people facing food insecurity in Westchester County. The organization provides meals for more than 300 hunger relief programs throughout the county. It supplies 95 percent of all food distributed annually through the region’s food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, and daycare and residential programs. It distributes more than 8.4 million pounds of food which creates about 7 million meals for people in need.

Front row from left: Paul Warhit; Charles Shapiro; Carla Fiorentino; Jerald Seti; Ruth Loebmann; Chuck Lesnick; Mona Abramson; Sari Bedevian; Carolyn Schrier, award committee co-chair.Back row from left: Betsy Bernstein, award committee co-chair; Deborah Weinberger; Betty Knoop; Sandra Costin; Shirley Shwiel; Judy Grant; Joanna Segal; Alexandra Rosenberg; Gayle Aaron; Robin Samot; Emma Abramson; Carla Ifrah; Tania Weiss; Elliot Forchheimer, executive director, WJC.

More than 250 people were on hand in White Plains March 15 when The Westchester Jewish Council (WJC) paid tribute to 19 community volunteers and the UJA-Federation of New York. They each received the Julian Y. Bernstein Distinguished Service Award, named after Julian Y. Bernstein, a former WJC board member. The event took place at Temple Israel Center. Each recipient had been nominated by an organization in which they are active. Awards recipients were Chappaqua residents Judy Grant and Joanna Segal, Harrison resident Emma Abramson, Armonk residents Charles Shapiro and Betty Knoop, Mt. Kisco resident Alexandra Rosenberg, Yonkers resident Chuck Lesnick, Scarsdale residents Robin Samot, Carla Ifrah and Shirley Shwiel, Bronx resident Ruth Loebmann, Mamaroneck resident Carla Fiorentino, Hartsdale resident Gayle Aaron, White Plains residents Sandra Costin, Deborah Weinberger and Mona Abramson, New Rochelle resident Sari Bedevian, Dobbs Ferry resident Jerald Seti and Tania Weiss from Stamford. Speakers included Paul Warhit, president of the Westchester Jewish Council and Rabbi Gordon Tucker of Temple Israel Center. The keynote address was by Eric S. Goldstein, CEO, UJA-Federation of New York.

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BRIDGES CELEBRATES 30 YEARS The organization BRiDGES which was founded to help people with disabilities living in Rockland County marked its 30th anniversary March 9 with a celebration dinner at The Clubhouse at Patriot Hills in Stony Point. Several local businesses covered event costs at the golf club so stakeholders of BRiDGES could attend without charge. Primary sponsors included: Anchor Media Services; Atlantic, Tomorrow’s Office; Goosetown Communications; M&T Bank and The Clubhouse at Patriot Hills. One of the organization’s founders, attorney Charles Davis attended and continues to advocate for people with disabilities. People served by the agency shared their own stories of being helped by BRiDGES to become more independent. William Smith, a veteran, spoke about issues related to military service including coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Edwin Raoul shared his story of returning to the work force through BRiDGES and the Rockland County Re-Entry Task Force. Yolette Vilsaint shared her story of finding work and being able to live independently with help from the organization. Sophia Lamy told how the organization helped her after she emigrated from Haiti in 2008. Milton Koja, a musician who entertained at the piano during the event, told about how BRiDGES supported his effort s to seek acceptance in the community for his service dog. Patrick Hennessy told about finding meaningful employment through BRiDGES despite his Cerebral Palsy. BRiDGES partners with more than 30 Rockland County agencies and organizations to help the county be a fully accessible, integrated community which promotes health and autonomy for people with disabilities.

VIVID COLOR FOR JOY “The Joy of Color” by Karl LaLonde is an eye-catching display of vividly contrasting colors at RiverWinds Gallery, 172 Main St., Beacon, on view to April 3. Visiting hours are Wednesday to Monday noon to 6 p.m. When Beacon runs its Second Saturday promotions, the gallery is open from noon to 9 p.m. LaLonde, who is a photographer in addition to being a painter, is from the Thousand Islands area in upstate New York. He spent his high school and college years in the Hudson Valley where he attended Dutchess Community College for commercial art and Bard College for photography. In addition to his vivid abstract landscapes, LaLonde also paints American Indian portraits and Southwestern scenes. For more, call 845-838-2880 or visit riverwindsgallery.com.

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SULKOWSKI JOINS WHITE PLAINS FIRM Sarah A. Sulkowski has joined the law firm Yankwitt LLP as counsel in its White Plains office. The firm also has an office in Atlantic City. Most recently with global law firm Clifford Chance, Sulkowski had been an Assistant Attorney General for the District of Columbia. Sulkowski served as a federal law clerk to judges Keith P. Ellison of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas and Karen Nelson Moore of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Sulkowski graduated with honors from the University of Chicago Law School, where she was an editor of its Law Review.

NEW DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT AT ELIZABETH SETON

Barbara Rossi

Barbara Rossi has been named director of institutional advancement at Elizabeth Seton Children’s Foundation in Yonkers. Seaton has adopted the continuum of care concept which guides and tracks patients over time through a comprehensive array of health services, and Rossi will be working on that at the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center, the John A. Coleman School and the Children’s Rehabilitation Center. With nearly 15 years of fundraising experience Rossi has worked in both the development and marketing sectors of nonprofit organizations. Most recently, she was the director of development and volunteers at Laurel House Inc. in Stamford, which serves adults with mental illness in Fairfield County. Inspired by the work of the Foundation, Rossi said, “I want to play a role in ensuring that these extraordinary children have every opportunity to thrive and succeed. I believe it’s a privilege to work on their behalf.” “I am delighted that Barbara has joined our team,” said Brian Harrington, senior vice president of institutional advancement. “Barbara brings a great deal of experience to the Foundation and also a lot of heart.”

NEW LEGO ATTRACTION COMING TO YONKERS What do you do when you have 110,000 LEGO blocks and the time and patience to put them together? Build a Ninjago City Adventure, of course. That’s what’s they’ve been doing at the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester at Ridge Hill in Yonkers. The new Ninjago City Adventure interactive play area occupying 2,300 square feet of the Discovery Center is scheduled to open April 4. The company describes the Discovery Center as “the ultimate indoor LEGO playground.” Its features are made from more than 3 million LEGO bricks, and it’s geared towards families with children ages 3-10. Attractions include hands-on play areas, a 4D cinema, the Master Builder Academy, two LEGO amusement rides, special party rooms and models of landmark locations and buildings throughout New York, made entirely out of more than 1 million LEGO bricks. The new two-story play structure puts guests’ physical skills to the test as they fight to save Ninjago City. They can test their balance, agility, strength and endurance while they’re trying to become a Spinjitzu Master and are experiencing the approximately 20 interactive features the new addition will contain. Information on the cost of tickets is at the Westchester page of legolanddiscoverycenter.com or 866-243-0770.

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ELIA JOINS WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL

Dr. Michael E. Elia

Dr. Michael E. Elia has joined the Physician Associates Division of White Plains Hospital. He’s a board certified orthopedic surgeon who has practiced in Westchester for more than 20 years. Beginning in April, he’ll see patients at 369 White Plains Road in Eastchester and will perform surgical procedures at the hospital. Elia received his undergraduate degree from Boston College and earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He completed his general surgery internship at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Boston and his orthopedic residency at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and holds membership in the New York State Medical Society and the Westchester County Medical Society.

GRANTS SYMPOSIUM IN MAHOPAC The Greater Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce hosts a symposium for nonprofits on grants at the Mahopac Library on March 30. It is being organized in cooperation with The Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley and the Putnam County Service Network. More than 10 percent of the organizations in the chamber are nonprofits. Faith Ann Butcher, the chamber’s chairwoman, said, “We feel a responsibility to offer learning opportunities to the not-for-profit sector. We decided that the focus for this symposium should be grants because understanding the process can make more funding available to so many organizations.” Speaking will be Nancy Rossi Brownell of the Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley, Lydia Howie, founding president of the Grant Professionals of Lower Hudson and Emily Wierzbowski of the Mahopac Library. The library is part of the Foundation Center’s Fundraising Information Network and provides free use of the center’s materials including a database listing the more than 140,000 sources of grants for nonprofits in the U.S. A continental breakfast will be provided courtesy of Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union and lunch at Four Brothers’ Restaurant follows the symposium. To register or for more information: mahopaccarmelchamber.com or 845-628-5553.

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PADDLE TOURNAMENT BENEFITS AMERICARES Americares, a Stamford-based, health-focused organization that responds to people affected by poverty or disaster with programs, medicine and medical supplies, received an $8,000 grant from The Country Club of New Canaan. The money was raised during the third annual “Battle with a Paddle” fundraiser held March 11, an event where 18 teams competed in a tennis tournament to benefit Americares. The tournament winners are as follows: Michael Chen of New Canaan and Chris Toft of Weston were awarded first place; Sebastian Schmitz and Aidan Bresnahan, both of Rowayton, won the junior division; and Marshall Stock and Mike Deming of Wilton won the consolation bracket. From left, “Battle with a Paddle” winners Chris Toft and Michael Chen. Photograph by Jake Rauscher, courtesy Americares.

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ROBINSON+COLE RECOGNIZES JRF FOUNDER From left: Stephen E. Goldman, managing partner, Robinson+Cole; Brian E. Moran, partner, Robinson+Cole; Sharon Robinson, vice chairwoman of the JRF: Daryl McGraw, associate director at the Office of Recovery Community Affairs for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and former Giving Cup Award recipient; and Edward V. O’Hanlan, partner, Robinson+Cole.

Robinson+Cole, a law firm with an office in Stamford, honored Rachel Robinson, the founder of the Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF), with its third Giving Cup Award during a reception held March 1 in Stamford. Robinson, a longtime Stamford resident and philanthropist, is the widow of American icon Jackie Robinson. She founded the nonprofit in 1973, which strives to advance higher education by providing generous, multi-year scholarship awards and comprehensive support services to more than 250 students attending colleges and universities throughout the country, annually. Accepting the reward on Robinson’s behalf was her daughter, Sharon Robinson, who spoke of the foundation’s work. Along with a commemorative set of Jefferson Cups, Robinson+Cole presented Robinson with a check for $5,000 to support the JRF, along with more than $1,300 in donations that were collected from guest contributions throughout the reception.

GOOD THINGS HAPPENING FIRST COUNTY BANK RICHARD E. TABER CITIZENSHIP AWARD Stamford-based First County Bank announced that its 2017 Richard E. Taber Citizenship Award application is now available online. The award is for high school seniors residing in lower Fairfield County towns and the cities of Stamford, Greenwich, New Canaan, Darien, Westport and Norwalk, who are well-rounded citizens. Unlike many scholarships based on top academic achievement or athletic ability, this scholarship is weighted toward demonstrated leadership and caring for the community. The criteria for selection are best defined by the acronym, CLASS (citizenship, leadership, academics, service and sportsmanship). The scholarship will be awarded to three high school seniors in the community, totaling $5,000 each, who apply before the deadline of May 1. Each of the three recipients will receive a personalized certificate. A $5,000 scolarship check will be send directly to the college they're attending. A congratulatory advertisement featuring each recipient – along with his/her photo – will appear in a newspaper and each winner will be prominently displayed with a photo on the bank’s website. The award was named in honor of Richard E. Taber who retired in 2011 as chairman and CEO and initiated the First County Bank Foundation, which he led during his 40 years at First County Bank. To apply, visit firstcountybank.com/scholarship.

UNITED WAY PARTNERS TO HELP ALICE HOUSEHOLDS United Way of Connecticut, an organization based in Rocky Hill that focuses on education, income/financial security, health and basic needs to create better opportunities for all, is partnering with EARN, a San Francisco-based nonprofit, to bring a matched savings program to ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households in the state of Connecticut. EARN strives to create prosperity for working families by helping them save and invest in their futures, having launched an online, flexible savings program. The EARN Starter Savings Program is a sixth-month program that promotes positive financial behavior through an easy-to-use tool, backed by monetary incentives. Individuals earning no more than 80 percent of the median household income in their region are required to save at least $20 per month and, in return, earn $10 in matched savings. At the end of the program, successful participants will have saved at least $180 worth of emergency savings. EARN reports that 80 percent of graduates from the Starter Savings Program continue to save beyond the six months of the program. For more, visit alice.ctunitedway.org/earn/.

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M&T BANK LENDS A HAND TO STEWIE From left: Kim Leonard, co-founder, Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities; Patrick Dentato, chief financial office, Stew Leonard’s; Sam Tingley Jr., administrative vice president of commercial banking, M&T; Stew Leonard Jr., co-founder, Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities and president and CEO, Stew Leonard’s; John Parisio, vice president of commercial banking, M&T; Doreen Miner, director, Stew Leonard’s III Children’s Charities; Chase Leonard, daughter of Kim and Stew Leonard; and back, behind Leonard, John Trobiano, vice president of wealth advisory services, Wilmington Trust, the wealth management division of M&T.

M&T Bank, a commercial bank based in Buffalo, N.Y. with nine branches throughout Fairfield County and a commercial banking office in Norwalk, recently donated $5,000 to the Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities. Stew Leonard, the supermarket chain with locations in Norwalk and Danbury, created the charity to promote safe and responsible growth and development in kids through nutritional awareness and water safety. The foundation was established by Kim and Stew Leonard in 1990, the year after their 21—month old toddler lost his life in a drowning accident. Since it was founded, the organization has raised more than $2 million toward water safety awareness and education, including lifeguard training and providing 10,000 free or low-cost swimming lessons to children annually.

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COO HELPS EXPAND NONPROFIT’S WORK All Our Kin, a New Haven-based nonprofit that trains, supports and sustains community child care providers to ensure that children and families have a stable foundation to succeed in school and in life, welcomed Erica Phillips as its first chief operating officer. Phillips, who has led All Our Kin’s work at its Bridgeport and Stamford/Norwalk sites since 2014, brings a diverse range of business experience. In preparation for Phillips’ transition to the chief operating officer role, the nonprofit will hire two new site directors for the Bridgeport and Stamford/Norwalk locations. For more, visit allourkin.org.

WCHN CARDIOTHORACIC SURGEONS IMPLANT SUTURE-LESS AORTIC VALVE Western Connecticut Health Network (WCHN), a patient-centered health care organization comprised of Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital and Norwalk Hospital and their affiliated organizations, announced that two cardiothoracic surgeon, Cary Passik and Robert Gallagher, were the first in Connecticut state to implant the Edwards Intuity Elite suture-less aortic valve in two patients at Danbury Hospital. This new breakthrough in aortic valve replacement (AVR) surgery presents a safe and effective option for patients with severe aortic valve disease. The valves were implanted by the Edwards Intuity valve system, a rapid deployment device approved by the Food and Drug Administration in August 2016. The Intuity valve differs from standard heart valves by only needing three guiding sutures for placement instead of 12 to 15 sutures.

From left: Kate Miele, member of GJrUW, with artist Jane Cowles, create handmade, Valentine’s Day cards for Kids in Crisis.

The Greenwich Junior United Way (GJrUW), an affiliate of the Greenwich United Way that encourages teens to become involved in their communities, held its second meeting of the year, March 1. The meeting introduced Joanne Delone as the club’s new program coordinator at United Way, as well as Olga Litvinenko, Miss Connecticut USA, the club’s new ambassador. GJrUW teens are given the opportunity to develop social and recreational outlets and work on community programs together, with the goal to organize events and promote members participating in philanthropic activities. Recent GJrUW activities, include delivering chocolates with handmade cards to Kids in Crisis to celebrate Valentine’s Day and meeting with the Greenwich High School Outreach Club (S.A.D.D. Chapter) to plan the next, “Stress, Success and Teenage Setbacks,” a community-wide event about athletes, injury and recovery, set for Tuesday, April 4, 6-8 p.m. at the Arch Street Teen Center. GJrUW meetings are open to all Greenwich teens in middle and high school. Teens interested in joining may contact info@greenwichunitedway.org.

AQUARION ANNOUNCES AWARDS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE The Aquarion Water Co. in Bridgeport, a public water supply company serving more than 625,000 people in 51 towns and cities throughout Connecticut, as well as parts of Massachusetts and New Hampshire, is seeking nominations for its seventh Aquarion Environmental Champion Awards. Winners will be recognized in the categories of adult, student, small and large businesses and nonprofit whose volunteer efforts have protected or improved Connecticut’s natural resources, namely its air, water, soils and plant and wildlife communities. The student winner will receive a $1,000 prize, while $2,500 will be donated to nonprofit organizations that are personally selected by the other category winners. Aquarion will honor its winners June 3 at an event to be held at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport. The deadline for nominations is May 1. Self-nominations and re-nominations are welcome. For more, visit aquarionwater.com.

FAIRFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTS ‘SPRING FLING’ The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 2017 Spring Fling Party, an annual fundraiser and silent auction event, Wednesday, March 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at The History Burr Mansion, 739 Old Post Road in Fairfield. Local restaurants, including Little Pub, Quattro Pazzi, CRAVE Restaurant and Taberna Restaurant Tapas & Wine Bar, will serve appetizers and light bites throughout the evening. In addition to a wine and beer bar, there will be a special Rosé bar, featuring some of the most popular Rosé wines, sponsored by Mo’s Wine and Spirits. “Pretty in Pink” and “Handsome in Pink” attendees – attendees who wear something pink – can enter their name to win the door prize. Silent auction items include membership packages to local theater country clubs, spa packages and medical services, professional sports tickets, game and theatre tickets and more. To attend, RSVP by Monday, March 27. For tickets, visit fairfieldctchamber.com.

Cary Passik, Robert Gallagher

BART'S TREE SERVICE AND PEPSICO SUPPORT THE ARTS The Ridgefield Playhouse, a nonprofit performing arts center in Ridgefield, announced that Danbury-based Bart’s Tree Services and PepsiCo, based in Purchase, have donated funds to support its programming. Bart’s Tree Service has signed on as the exclusive sponsor, donating $10,000 to the playhouse’s comedy series. As the series title sponsor, Bart’s will provide the funding needed to bring in national talent for the Bart’s Tree Service Comedy Series at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Notable shows for the 2016 to 2017 series included, Paul Reiser, Paula Poundstone, Kathleen Madigan, Kevin Nealon and Howie Mandel. Bart’s Tree Service provides tree trimming and pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, plant health care, cabling and bracing and emergency tree services throughout Fairfield County. PepsiCo has signed on as the sponsor of two title series, the Pepsi Rock Series and the Mountain Dew Country Series, donating $30,000 to the playhouse’s 2017 to 2018 season. As a dual series title sponsor, PepsiCo continues to providing funding needed to bring in acts from the rock and country circuits. Notable shows for the 2016 to 2017 series, included Lyle Lovett with John Hiatt, Phil Vassar, Melissa Etheridge, The Marshall Tucker Band, Jefferson Starship, Buddy Guy and Barenaked Ladies.

FCSC SPORTS NETWORKING EVENT The Fairfield County Sports Commission (FCSC), a Stamford-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting youth fitness, a healthy lifestyle and personal development through sports, is hosting the first of four quarterly sports networking events this year, Thursday, March 30, 6 p.m. at Workpoint, 290 Harbor Drive, Stamford. The event, themed “Sports Business Careers of the Future,” will kickoff with a reception mixer and commence with a panel discussion format, featuring key speakers, including Quinn Kilbury, senior brand director, Heineken USA; Mary Lobbestael, senior vice president, Octagon Marketing; and Terry Lefton, editor-at-large, Sports Business Journal/Sports Business Daily. The event is free and refreshments will be served throughout. Space is limited. For more information and to RSVP, contact Tom Chiappetta at 203-984-4806 or tomchip21@aol.com.

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SCORE Fairfield County and co-sponsors the Wilton Library and the Wilton Chamber of Commerce are presenting “Hands-On, Google Keyword Planning for SEO,” a complimentary workshop about understanding search engine optimization led by presenter Bob Zukowski, 6-8 p.m. at the Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton. To register, visit fairfieldcountyscore.org. Westport Country Playhouse, the Anti-Defamation League and TEAM Westport are partnering to present, “From Hate to Hope: A Conversation with Holocaust Kindertransport Survivor Ivan Backer,” 7 p.m. in the playhouse’s White Barn Center, adjacent to the theater, 25 Powers Court, Westport. Free by reservation and open to the public, the event is presented in conjunction with the playhouse’s April production of the musical memoir, “The Pianist of Willesden Lane.” For more, call the box office at 203-227-4177.

MARCH 30 The Ridgefield Playhouse is presenting the surviving members of The Zombies, best known for its massive hit singles, “She’s Not There,” “Tell Her No” and “Time of the Season,” to celebrate its 50th anniversary of recording “Odyssey & Oracle,” its only cohesive, full-length album, 8 p.m., 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield. This is the last time that The Zombies will perform the album, deemed one of Rolling Stone’s “500 Greatest Albums of All Time,” in its entirety. For tickets, call the box office at 203-438-5795. SCORE Fairfield County and co-sponsor the Weston Public Library are presenting “Applying for a Small Business Loan,” a complimentary, small-business workshop about how to acquire the funding needed to start or grow a business, led by presenter Aya Beckles Swanson, 6-8 p.m. at the Weston Public Library, 56 Norfield Road, Weston. To register, visit scorefairfieldcounty.org.

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FACTS & FIGURES Roobob Holdings LLC, Great Neck. Seller: Clearview Capital LLC, Bayside. Property: 140 13th Avenue S., Mount Vernon. Amount: $165,000. Filed March 20. SDF Capital LLC, New Rochelle. Seller: Patrick F. Cotters, Jr., et al, Yonkers. Property: 75 Saratoga Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $132,000. Filed March 16. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Seller: Francis J. Malara, White Plains. Property: 10 Fawn Ridge Drive, Cortlandt. Amount: $281,250. Filed March 20. U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Seller: Anne Penachio, White Plains. Property: 1880 Saw Mill River Road, Greenburgh. Amount: $574,985. Filed March 17. U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Seller: Daniel P. Romano, Yonkers. Property: 641 Valley Ave., Yonkers. Amount: $708,029. Filed March 17. U.S. National Bank. Seller: Lauren R. Milton, Mount Vernon. Property: 4 Agnew Farm Road, 4-C, North Castle. Amount: $177,410. Filed March 16. Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Seller: Barbara L. Gionta, New City. Property: 50 Columbus Ave., 701, Eastchester. Amount: $352,974. Filed March 17. West Farms Equities Inc., Bronx. Seller: MVAS Associates LLC, Mount Vernon. Property: 237 W. Lincoln Ave., Mount Vernon. Amount: $835,000. Filed March 17.

FORECLOSURES BEDFORD HILLS, 491 Bedford Road. Single-family residence; lot size: .3 acre. Plaintiff: Trusco Realty Co. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Overton, Russell, Doerr & Donovan, 518383-4000; 19 Executive Park Drive, Clifton Park 12065. Defendant: Earl Haynes Jr. Referee: Dennis Krolian. Sale: March 29, 10:30 a.m. Approximate lien: N/A. BUCHANAN, 156 Seward St. Single-family residence; lot size: N/A. Plaintiff: The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Leopold & Associates PLLC, 914-219-5787; 80 Business Park Drive, Armonk 10504. Defendant: Yuliawati Kimiadi. Referee: Robert Ryan. Sale: April 10, 10 a.m. Approximate lien: $312,834.10. CORTLANDT MANOR, 2 Clara Court. Single-family residence; lot size: N/A. Plaintiff: JPMorgan Chase Bank National Assoc. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Rosicki & Rosicki & Associates, 845-897-1600; 2 Summit Court, No. 301, Fishkill 11254. Defendant: Robert Scrobola. Referee: Francis Malara. Sale: March 29, 9:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $152,705.69.

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CORTLANDT MANOR, 268 Millington Road. Single-family residence; lot size: .22 acre. Plaintiff: Wells Fargo Bank National Association. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP, 585-987-2800; 700 Crossroads Building, 2 State St., Rochester 14614. Defendant: Christopher Kazorck. Referee: Lorraine Corsa. Sale: April 10, 10:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $378,525.37. ELMSFORD, 168 N. Lawn Ave. Single-family residence; lot size: .12 acre. Plaintiff: U.S. Bank National Association. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Gross Polowy LLC, 716-204-1700; 1775 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville 14221. Defendant: Innocent Augustin. Referee: John Charles Guttridge. Sale: April 10, 9:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $704,772.02. MAMARONECK, 680 W. Boston Post Road, Apt. 3T. Condominium; lot size: N/A. Plaintiff: Board of managers of Harborview Condominium. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Lehrman, Lehrman & Guterman LLP, 914-761-4488; 199 Main St., White Plains 10601. Defendant: Paul Goodman. Referee: Charmaine Miles. Sale: April 7, 10 a.m. Approximate lien: $29,512.59.

RYE, 2-4 Walnut St. Apartment; lot size: N/A. Plaintiff: U.S. Bank National Association. Plaintiff ’s attorney: RAS Boriskin, 516-280-7675; 900 Merchants Concourse, Westbury 11590. Defendant: Denise Ruggiero. Referee: Helene Greenberg. Sale: April 3, 10 a.m. Approximate lien: N/A. YONKERS, 51 Fortified Ave. Vacant land; lot size: .05 acre. Plaintiff: U.S. Bank National Association. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Leopold & Associates PLLC, 914-219-5787; 80 Business Park Drive, Armonk 10504. Defendant: Arnaldo Da Cruz. Referee: Leticia Arzu. Sale: April 10, 9:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $399,672.42. YONKERS, 257 Hoover Road. Two-family residence; lot size: .07 acre. Plaintiff: The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Co. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, 631-969-3100; 53 Gibson St., Bay Shore 11706. Defendant: William Campbell. Referee: Pauline Galvin. Sale: April 17, 10:30 a.m. Approximate lien: $716,345.43.

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MOUNT VERNON, 240 Tecumseh Ave. Single-family residence; lot size: .11 acre. Plaintiff: Residential Credit Solutions Inc. Plaintiff ’s attorney: RAS Boriskin, 516-280-7675; 900 Merchants Concourse, Westbury 11590. Defendant: Nadine Heron. Referee: Ian Spier. Sale: April 4, 10 a.m. Approximate lien: N/A.

Hilda Demirjian Laser LLC, White Plains. $25,399 in favor of A and P Coat Apron and Linen Supply LLC, Mount Vernon. Filed March 16.

MOUNT VERNON, 704 S. Fifth Ave. Converted residence; lot size: .08 acre. Plaintiff: Bank of America National Assoc. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Aldridge Pite LLP, 631-454-8059; 40 Marcus Drive, Melville 11747. Defendant: Richard Brown. Referee: Jo-Ann Cambareri. Sale: April 40, 9 a.m. Approximate lien: $586,925.01.

Mohring Enterprises Inc., Glen Cove. $31,894 in favor of Coastal Pipeline Products Corp., Calverton. Filed March 13.

PEEKSKILL, 670 Main St. Single-family residence; lot size: N/A. Plaintiff: Wells Fargo Bank National Assoc. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Rosicki & Rosicki & Associates, 845-897-1600; 2 Summit Court, No. 301, Fishkill 11254. Defendant: Kenneth Martin Jr. Referee: Michael Khader. Sale: March 29, 9:45 a.m. Approximate lien: $192,879.66.

One Point St Inc., Yonkers. $48,902 in favor of United Rentals North America Inc., Hickville. Filed March 13.

PELHAM MANOR, 989 Spit Rock Road. Single-family residence; lot size: 47 x 220. Plaintiff: Citibank National Association. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Rosicki & Rosicki & Associates, 845-897-1600; 2 Summit Court, No. 301, Fishkill 11254. Defendant: Elvis Herrera. Referee: Warren Cohen. Sale: March 29, 9 a.m. Approximate lien: $753,432.35.

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Jamaica Fuel Inc., Yonkers. $150 in favor of the city of Yonkers. Filed March 15.

Mrs Greens Natural Market, Irvington. $21,433 in favor of Bread Alone Inc., Lake Katina. Filed March 13.

Ron Vitti Turf and Landscaping Inc., Mamaroneck. $7,987 in favor of Westwood Organic Recycling LLC, White Plains. Filed March 13.

LIS PENDENS The following filings indicated a legal action has been initiated, the outcome of which may affect the title to the property listed. Abdur-Rahman, Tiyari, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $560,000 affecting property located at 61 Claremont Ave., Mount Vernon 10550. Filed Oct. 22.

Anthony, Kenneth, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $546,250 affecting property located at 27 Sherman Ave., Yonkers 10705. Filed Oct. 22.

Kennerly, James, et al. Filed by HSBC Mortgage Corporation USA. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $153,000 affecting property located at 31 Broad Ave., Ossining 10562. Filed Oct. 21.

Aquije, Ricardo M., et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $500,000 affecting property located at 38 Allard Ave., New Rochelle 10805. Filed Oct. 22.

Mendes-Barry, Rica, et al. Filed by Ditech Financial LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $220,000 affecting property located at 6 Brookside Trail, South Salem 10590. Filed Oct. 22.

Brown, Spencer A., et al. Filed by Citizens Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 40 Pinehurst Drive, Purchase 10577. Filed Oct. 21. Evans, Robert O., et al. Filed by Bayview Loan Servicing LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $203,212 affecting property located at 60 Claremont Ave., Mount Vernon 10550. Filed Oct. 23. Francis, Carlene A., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $389,244 affecting property located at 134 Beechwood Ave., Mount Vernon 10553. Filed Oct. 23. Golinello, Jacqueline, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $465,000 affecting property located at 35 Columbia Place, Mount Vernon 10552. Filed Oct. 22. Gonzalez, Artemis, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 37 Rathbun Ave., White Plains 10606. Filed Oct. 22. Gonzalez, Elides, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $352,000 affecting property located at 357 Upland Ave., Yonkers 10703. Filed Oct. 22. Guida, Fred J. Jr., et al. Filed by Keybank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $240,000 affecting property located at 225 Seventh St., Verplanck 10596. Filed Oct. 21. Hidalgo, Carlos E., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $417,600 affecting property located at 19 Willard Ave., Mount Vernon 10553. Filed Oct. 22. Hogue, Douglas, as heir at law and next of kin of Hugh K. Hogue, et al. Filed by the State of New York Mortgage Agency. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 23 Water Grant St., Unit 2D, Yonkers 10701. Filed Oct. 22.

Mogrovejo, Joanne, et al. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $301,000 affecting property located at 29 Montgomery Ave., Elmsford 10523. Filed Oct. 22. New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $455,500 affecting property located at 46 Groshon Ave., Yonkers. Filed Oct. 22. Nunez, Ana, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $426,988 affecting property located at 523 Colony Drive, Hartsdale 10530. Filed Oct. 23. Ruggiero, Mario, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $370,500 affecting property located at 24 Clara Court, Cortlandt Manor 10567. Filed Oct. 21. Vuksanovic, Lillian, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 60 Kensico Road, Thornwood 10594. Filed Oct. 22. Walters, Greta, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $370,000 affecting property located at 430 E. Sidney Ave., Mount Vernon 10553. Filed Oct. 22.

MECHANIC’S LIENS 435 South Broadway LLC, as owner. $16,353 as claimed by Amco Group Ins, Orange, N.J. Property: in Yonkers. Filed March 15. Boyce Thompson Center LLC, as owner. $1,420 a claimed by A-1 Transit Mix Inc., Bronx. Property: in Yonkers. Filed March 15. Connelly, Neil, et al, as owner. $4,280 as claimed by PVS Construction LLC. Property: in Ossining. Filed March 17. Mall at Jefferson Valley LLC, as owner. $21,475 as claimed by M and D Door and Hardware Inc. Property: in Yorktown. Filed March 17.

Osborn, Linda K., as owner. $2,750 as claimed by Hastings Roofing Inc., Yonkers. Property: in Greenburgh. Filed March 16. Pace University, as owner. $47,045 as claimed by Thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp. Property: in Mount Pleasant. Filed March 17. Somnia Holding LLC, as owner. $14,533 as claimed by Imbiano-Quigley Landscape Architect, White Plains. Property: in New Rochelle. Filed March 17.

NEW BUSINESSES This paper is not responsible for typographical errors contained in the original filings.

PARTNERSHIPS Smartphone Market, 74 Sears Ave., Elmsford 10523, c/o Jason Lewis and Corey Stedman. Filed April 12. Thomquist Design Consultants-GP, 7 Withington Road, Scarsdale 10583, c/o Stephen Thompson and Ellen Lundquist. Filed April 12.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS Arias Cleaning Service, 20 Harrison Ave., 2, Harrison 10528, c/o Imperio Arias. Filed April 14. Bragg Multimedia, 182 S. Lexington Ave., White Plains 10606, c/o Braulio Garcia Gomez. Filed April 13. CFS Insurance, 4 Circle Road, Tuckahoe 10707, c/o Edward V. Viola. Filed April 13. D and R Beauty Salon, 235 Union Ave., New Rochelle 10801, c/o Edith R. Rivas. Filed April 12. Divine Kids Group Family Day Care Provider, 33 Dalton Road, Yonkers 10701, c/o Ana Cruz. Filed April 13. E.T. Cat, 9 Marion Ave., Yonkers 10710, c/o Victoria Rivera. Filed April 13. Greatway Autos, 26 Forster Ave., Mount Vernon 10552, c/o Darrelle Galloway. Filed April 13. Green BG, 610 Kimball Ave., No. 28, Yonkers 10704, c/o Krasimir Stefanov. Filed April 12.

FACTS & FIGURES Niko D. Craftsmen, 16 Laurie Road, Cortlandt Manor 10567, c/o Engjell Rezaj. Filed April 13. S.A. Construction, 409 S. Columbus Ave., Mount Vernon 10553, c/o Stenneth Austin. Filed April 13. Scoot or Boots, P.O. Box 629, Bedford 10506, c/o Adrianne Bryant. Filed April 13. Sense the Wind, 11 Marisa Court, Montrose 10548, c/o Christine S. Knowlton. Filed April 12. Silvano Construction, 6 Pitt St., Port Chester 10573, c/o Silvano Marcos Da Costa. Filed April 12. Tate Consultants, 11 Montrose Point Road, Montrose 10548, c/o Jeremiah M. Tate. Filed April 13. Tiny Creations, 111 N. Third Ave., No. 3E, Mount Vernon 10550, c/o Tanika Brown Murphy. Filed April 13. Transporter 4 The S.T.A.R.Z., P.O. Box 149, Yonkers 10701, c/o Edward Noel Reid. Filed April 12.

HUDSON VALLEY BUILDING LOANS ABOVE $1 MILLION Forest Road Estates LLC, Monroe, as owner. Lender: Northeast Community Bank, White Plains. Property: 86 Forest Road, Monroe 10950. Amount: $4 million. Filed March 16.

BELOW $1 MILLION McCarthy, Peter, et al, West Islip, as owner. Lender: Walden Savings Bank, Montgomery. Property: in Crawford. Amount: $306,900. Filed March 21. Roger, John, et al, as owner. Lender: Prime Lending. Property: in Milan. Amount: $223,146. Filed March 13.

DEEDS ABOVE $1 MILLION 18 Route 17K LLC, Ridgewood. Seller: Manheim Remarketing Inc., Newburgh. Property: in Newburgh. Amount: $2.7 million. Filed March 17. AEI National Income Property Fund VIII LP, St. Paul, Minn. Seller: Kingston Ulster Development LLC, East Syracuse. Property: in Ulster. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed March 9.

2580 Route 6 Inc., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Seller: The Greens at Woodbury LLC, Central Valley. Property: 2580 Route 6, Slate Hill 10973. Amount: $550,000. Filed March 20. 28 McKinley LLC, Walden. Seller: Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan Association, Wallkill. Property: in Walden. Amount: $70,000. Filed March 17. 379 Church Street LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Gloria Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Leary, et al, Hyde Park. Property: in Poughkeepsie. Amount: $25,000. Filed March 10.

AllSave Development LLC, Montebello. Seller: Laurence Clemente, Goshen. Property: in Blooming Grove. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed March 17.

7 Van Buren 323 LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Noam Estates LLC, Monroe. Property: in Kiryas Joel. Amount: $460,000. Filed March 21.

Guideposts A Church Corp., Danbury, Conn. Seller: Mizzentop Day School, Pawling. Property: 64 E. Main St., Pawling. Amount: $3.5 million. Filed March 17.

Bank of New York Mellon. Seller: Ralph L. Puglielle, New Windsor. Property: 19 Brick Pond Road, Middletown 10940. Amount: $202,514. Filed March 21.

HSBC Bank USA N.A. Seller: Jaime A. Giannetta, Newburgh. Property: 127 Deer Run Road, Red Hook 12571. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed March 13.

Bayview Loan Services LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. Seller: Christopher J. Byrnes, et al. Property: 17 Wildwood Ridge, Fort Montgomery 10922. Amount: $301,638. Filed March 16.

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell Construction Corp., Fishkill. Seller: CRE JV Five Branch Holdings LLC, New York City. Property: in Beacon. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed March 16. The Bank of New York Mellon. Seller: John E. Bach, Goshen. Property: 62 Old Chester Road, Goshen 10924. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed March 20.

BELOW $1 MILLION 10 San Marcos Drive LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Aniello Acierno, Blooming Grove. Property: 10 San Marcos Drive, Blooming Grove. Amount: $255,000. Filed March 17. 2 Boys Property LLC, Wappingers Falls. Seller: G and S Properties of Hamptonburgh Inc., Campbell Hall. Property: in Hamptonburgh. Amount: $130,000. Filed March 20. 20 Barbara Corp., Monroe. Seller: Robert Fink, Goshen. Property: 1 Merriewold Lane, Blooming Grove 10950. Amount: $127,000. Filed March 20. 24 John Street LLC, New York City. Seller: Twenty Four KNY LLC, Kingston. Property: in Kingston. Amount: $500,000. Filed March 15. 250 Lake Street Properties LLC, Newburgh. Seller: Little Britain Grange, No. 913, Rock Tavern. Property: in New Windsor. Amount: $160,000. Filed March 15.

Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. Seller: Christopher D. Perkins, et al. Property: 2467 Albany Post Road, Walden 12586. Amount: $258,000. Filed March 16. Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. Seller: Mark T. Starkman, Highland Mills. Property: 19 Chadeayne Ave., Cornwall-on-Hudson 12518. Amount: $293,635. Filed March 21. Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Williamsville. Seller: James McCarl, Montgomery. Property: 2256 Mount Hope Road, Otisville 10963. Amount: $476,413. Filed March 17. BWBI LLC, Hopewell Junction. Seller: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Property: 119 Mennella Road, Poughquag 12570. Amount: $106,500. Filed March 10. CBJNY LLC, Woodstock. Seller: Constance M. Manniello, et al, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Property: in Hurley. Amount: $195,000. Filed March 15. CEAS Select Properties LLC, Campbell Hall. Seller: Alan Lloyd Joseph, Goshen. Property: 14 Sanok Drive, Campbell Hall 10916. Amount: $313,000. Filed March 21. Chabad Lubavitch of Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn. Seller: Jeffrey C. Slade, Cragsmoor. Property: Sams Point Road, Wawarsing. Amount: $60,000. Filed March 10.

City of New York. Seller: Angel Molina, et al, Bronx. Property: 8 Indian Grove Road, Big Indian. Amount: $105,602. Filed March 10. City of New York. Seller: Linda Buley, Kingston. Property: 5259 Route 28, Shandaken. Amount: $41,873. Filed March 10. County of Dutchess, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Gale Marie Patrick, et al, Arlington, Texas. Property: 45 Market St., Poughkeepsie 12601. Amount: $625,000. Filed March 10. DDSJ LLC, White Plains. Seller: Estate of Edith L. Ramdhanie-Seesahai, Middletown. Property: in Wallkill. Amount: $68,500. Filed March 16. Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas. Seller: Judith L. Lubinsky, Campbell Hall. Property: 178 Washington St., Newburgh 12550. Amount: $397,572. Filed March 17. Double R Capital Inc., Poughkeepsie. Seller: Raphael John Basso, Poughkeepsie. Property: in Beekman. Amount: $217,500. Filed March 16. Double R Capital Inc., Poughkeepsie. Seller: Samuel P. Brooke, Poughkeepsie. Property: 3 Dogwood Trail, LaGrangeville 12540. Amount: $123,500. Filed March 17. F and A Concrete Inc., Unionville. Seller: The Hills at Goshen LLC, Clifton, N.J. Property: in Goshen. Amount: $80,000. Filed March 21. Fannie Mae. Seller: Albert P. Pacione, Jr., Middletown. Property: 14 Janice Drive, Middletown 10941. Amount: $314,406. Filed March 21. Fannie Mae. Seller: Angela Garcia McSweeney, Middletown. Property: 31 Church St., Hamptonburgh 10916. Amount: $219,746. Filed March 20. Fannie Mae. Seller: Martin Goldberg, Middletown. Property: 401 Hufcut Road, Middletown 10941. Amount: $352,068. Filed March 16. Fannie Mae. Seller: Stephen D. Donohue, Bardonia. Property: 27 Spice Bush Lane, Tuxedo 10987. Amount: $458,566. Filed March 20. Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Anna Maria Hussain, Middletown. Property: 132 Wilson Road, Deer Park 12780. Amount: $244,821. Filed March 21. Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Jared Leake, et al, Florida. Property: 27 Hill View Drive, Florida 10921. Amount: $379,054. Filed March 16. Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Jennifer S. Echevarria, Walden. Property: 20 Main St., Sparrow Bush 12780. Amount: $120,234. Filed March 15.

Federal National Mortgage Association. Seller: Robert M. Rametta, Goshen. Property: 387 Bull Road, Rock Tavern 12575. Amount: $500,727. Filed March 16. Godavis Properties LLC, Mount Vernon. Seller: West Coast Servicing Inc., Huntington Beach, Calif. Property: 40 Bement Ave., Poughkeepsie 12601. Amount: $45,000. Filed March 16. Green Tree Servicing LLC, Greenville, S.C. Seller: Laurence A. Clemente, Goshen. Property: 1266 Greenville Turnpike, Port Jervis 12771. Amount: $356,834. Filed March 16. Green Tree Servicing LLC, Irvine, Calif. Seller: Charles Edward Frankel, New Windsor. Property: 11 Sagamore Drive, Otisville 10963. Amount: $183,141. Filed March 16. High Ridge Restoration LLC, Stone Ridge. Seller: Hudson Valley REO LLC, Bearsville. Property: in Wawarsing. Amount: $70,000. Filed March 9. Highland Estates LLC, Yonkers. Seller: Full Gospel Rock Church Inc., Highland. Property: in Lloyd. Amount: $200,000. Filed March 16. HSBC Bank USA N.A. Seller: John C. Lopes, Monroe. Property: 28 Bennington Drive, Highland Mills 10930. Amount: $884,960. Filed March 17. HSBC Bank USA N.A. Seller: Patricia Cocchia, Cornwall-on-Hudson. Property: 8 Peter Scott Drive, Cornwall-on-Hudson 12518. Amount: $291,799. Filed March 20. Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Robert M. Rametta, Goshen. Property: in Middletown. Amount: $48,960. Filed March 20. Hyvue of Orange Inc., Salisbury Mills. Seller: Pennings Enterprises Inc., New Windsor. Property: in Cornwall-on-Hudson. Amount: $44,000. Filed March 17. J.D. Breitmaier Inc., Highland. Seller: Cappillino Properties LLC, Highland. Property: 107 N. Bridge St., Poughkeepsie. Amount: $110,000. Filed March 10. JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Seller: Patricia Campanaro, Wappingers Falls. Property: 3 Woods End Road, LaGrangeville 12540. Amount: $767,000. Filed March 16. JRock Manor North LLC, Delray Beach, Fla. Seller: Lois A. Proulx, et al, Cornwall-on-Hudson. Property: 296 Hudson Ave., Cornwall-on-Hudson. Amount: $400,000. Filed March 16.

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Kiniry West LLC, Saugerties. Seller: Gregory J. Parry, et al, Lake Katrine. Property: in Saugerties. Amount: $75,000. Filed March 13. Mimas Farm LLC, New York City. Seller: Jeff Feigelson, et al, Millbrook. Property: 303 N. Tower Hill Road, Washington. Amount: $550,000. Filed March 16. MTGLQ Investors LP, Greenville, S.C. Seller: Elizabeth K. Cassidy, Warwick. Property: 521 Liberty Corners Road, Pine Island 10969. Amount: $253,314. Filed March 21. MTGLQ Investors LP. Seller: Randall V. Coffill, Port Jervis. Property: 27 Jay St., New Windsor 12553. Amount: $191,173. Filed March 21. Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Seller: Theoni Stamos-Salotto, Hopewell Junction. Property: 53 Purse Lane, Hopewell Junction 12533. Amount: $155,500. Filed March 16. Nehemiah National Housing LLC, Sacramento, Calif. Seller: Fannie Mae. Property: 20 Nott Place, Newburgh 12550. Amount: $95,000. Filed March 16. Newburgh NY Properties LLC, Monroe. Seller: Bruce Townsend, Walden. Property: 42 Houston Ave., Middletown 10940. Amount: $29,100. Filed March 17. Old Stockade Development LLC, Kingston. Seller: Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas. Property: 385 Main St, Rosendale 12472. Amount: $94,349. Filed March 10. Orange County Home Solutions LLC, Monroe. Seller: Bruce A. Pekarek, et al, Sloatsburg. Property: 632 Route 32, Highland Mills 10930. Amount: $405,000. Filed March 21. Qualamar Corp., New Windsor. Seller: Goshen Corp., New York City. Property: in Goshen. Amount: $882,500. Filed March 21. Red Mills Road Properties LLC, Pine Bush. Seller: James J. Robertson, et al, Pine Bush. Property: in Crawford. Amount: $144,500. Filed March 21. Sandcastle Homes Inc., Cornwall-on-Hudson. Seller: Houses of Labor Inc., Newburgh. Property: in Newburgh. Amount: $40,000. Filed March 15. Scrap Metal Depot LLC, Chester. Seller: Joseph R. Viserta, et al, Middletown. Property: in Middletown. Amount: $555,000. Filed March 21. SGC Builders Inc., New Paltz. Seller: Frank Sebok, Naples, Fla. Property: in Lloyd. Amount: $38,000. Filed March 9.

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FACTS & FIGURES Shalders Enterprises LLC, Pine Bush. Seller: Walden Savings Bank, Montgomery. Property: in Blooming Grove. Amount: $165,000. Filed March 16.

U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Michael K. Charles, et al, Campbell Hall. Property: 3 Hillcrest Drive, Middletown 10940. Amount: $307,954. Filed March 21.

Sound of Hope Radio Network Inc., San Francisco, Calif. Seller: Institute for Patent Studies Inc., Middletown. Property: in Wallkill and Middletown. Amount: $300,000. Filed March 21.

U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Michelle Anderson, Newburgh. Property: 26 Woodcrest Drive, Hopewell Junction 12533. Amount: $422,500. Filed March 13.

State of New York Mortgage Agency, Kingston. Seller: Coley Scott, et al, Leaven, Wash. Property: 31 Pearl St., Kerhonkson 12446. Amount: $141,945. Filed March 15. State of New York Mortgage Agency, New York. Seller: Gregory McAdam, Walden. Property: 14 E. Broome St., Port Jervis 12771. Amount: $242,906. Filed March 21. Stone Resource Inc., Wassaic. Seller: Fannie Mae. Property: 782 Old Route 22, Amenia 12501. Amount: $86,000. Filed March 16. Sustainable Ridgeline Corp., Hopewell Junction. Seller: Atallah Nesheiwat, et al, West Harrison. Property: in Wappinger. Amount: $200,000. Filed March 17. The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company N.A. Seller: David Gubits, Walden. Property: 18 Able Noble Drive, Chester 10918. Amount: $365,864. Filed March 21. The Bank of New York Mellon. Seller: John Bach, Jr., Goshen. Property: 7 Waverly Court, Highland Mills 10930. Amount: $657,342. Filed March 20. The Greenhouses Hotel LLC, Wallkill. Seller: Dennis Mercurio, Pine Bush. Property: in Shawangunk. Amount: $350,000. Filed March 9. The Pentecostal Holy Joy Church of the Lord Inc., Modena. Seller: New York Land Development Corp., Rockville Centre. Property: in Plattekill. Amount: $25,000. Filed March 16. U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: David B. Gubits, Walden. Property: 15 Vandewark Road, Middletown 10941. Amount: $661,258. Filed March 21. U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Helen A. Zippilli, et al, Goshen. Property: 25 Lark St., Washingtonville 10992. Amount: $274,745. Filed March 20. U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Joseph A. Catania, Jr., Newburgh. Property: 216 E. Main St., Walden 12586. Amount: $406,406. Filed March 16.

U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Seller: Judith L. Lubinsky, Campbell Hall. Property: 388 Gillespie St., Pine Bush 12566. Amount: $278,396. Filed March 21. Village Hospitality Inn Corp., Ellenville. Seller: Fannie Mae. Property: 20 Peach Place, Middletown 10940. Amount: $143,472. Filed March 16. Vista Venture Holdings LLC, Brooklyn. Seller: Village of Kiryas Joel, Monroe. Property: Chevron Road, Monroe. Amount: $750,000. Filed March 16. Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Seller: Robert Buhler, et al, North Fort Meyers, Fla. Property: in East Fishkill. Amount: $273,500. Filed March 13. Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Seller: Robert W. Fink, Goshen. Property: 53 Cedar Cliff Road, Monroe 10950. Amount: $353,528. Filed March 15. Wilcha Contracting LLC, Poughkeepsie. Seller: Joanne Hilburn, et al, Dublin, Ga. Property: 138 Tick Tock Way, Stanfordville 12581. Amount: $70,000. Filed March 17. Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Seller: Peter H. Neuman, Cornwall-on-Hudson. Property: 17 Nott Place, Newburgh 12550. Amount: $126,071. Filed March 16. Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Seller: Samuel P. Brooke, Poughkeepsie. Property: 37 Tobin Drive, Clinton Corners 12514. Amount: $216,000. Filed March 16. Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Seller: Ty Sprenger, et al, Dover. Property: in Dover. Amount: $330,000. Filed March 13. Wilmington Savings Fund Society FSB. Seller: Wayne Gruntler, et al, Poughkeepsie. Property: 6 Ruehle Lane, Pleasant Valley 12569. Amount: $255,500. Filed March 16. Yan and Guo LLC, Middletown. Seller: Richard Robinson, Middletown. Property: in Middletown. Amount: $300,000. Filed March 15.

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3 Guys Pizza and Catering Inc., Highland. $163 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15. 468 Café Collective Inc., Woodstock. $2,518 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15. Annarellas Restaurant Inc., Cornwall-on-Hudson. $4,126 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Arbani Inc., Kingston. $16,438 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15. BJ Jewels USA LLC, New Windsor. $776 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Center Line Studios Inc., New Windsor. $5,640 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Ely Enterprises Inc., Port Jervis. $688 in favor of New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Epiq Solutions, Newburgh. $1,429 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. High Valley Ranch Inc., Wawarsing. $20,500 in favor of the Workers’ Compensation Board of the State of New York, Albany. Filed March 15. Ivy Rock Farms LLC, New Windsor. $782 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Jentrip Ltd., Rosendale. $4,928 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15. JM.Kelc Marine Contractors Corp., New Windsor. $235,900 in favor of Equipment Corporation of America, Coraopolis, Pa. Filed March 15. L.C.R. and Son Contracting, New Windsor. $15,320 in favor of Corny Cattle Farm LLC, Pine Bush. Filed March 13. Leather and Lace Gallery, Mount Tremper. $366 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15.

U.S. Bank N.A. Seller: Kristine Ciganek, New City. Property: 394 Riley Road, New Windsor 12553. Amount: $222,000. Filed March 15.

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Live-In Construction Inc., Monroe. $1,939 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22.

Ban, Bernd, et al. Filed by Walden Savings Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $50,000 affecting property located in Crawford. Filed Dec. 9.

MJL Family Pizza Inc., Highland. $4,179 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15.

Billings, Patricia, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $100,000 affecting property located at 24 Fortune Road East, Middletown 10941. Filed Dec. 12.

Momma Marsha’s Merchandise Mart, Woodstock. $1,605 in favor of New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15. Perfection Quest Construction Inc., New Windsor. $1,635 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22. Ruff Haus 2004 Inc., Pine Bush. $119 in favor of the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Albany. Filed March 15.

Bowman, Dain, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $128,053 affecting property located at 3 Breezy Knoll Drive, Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 13. Burns, Christopher M., et al. Filed by Caliber Home Loans Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2382 Salt Point Turnpike, Clinton Corners 12514. Filed March 13.

Steve’s Finishing Touches LLC, Middletown. $845 in favor of the New York State Department of Labor Unemployment Insurance Division, Albany. Filed April 22.

Butler, Karen, et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 4 Helene Circle, Highland Mills 10930. Filed Dec. 20.

LIS PENDENS The following filings indicated a legal action has been initiated, the outcome of which may affect the title to the property listed.

Caggiano, David, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 629 Kirbytown Road, Wawayanda 10940. Filed Dec. 19.

Alamo, Ivelissa, et al. Filed by TRO151 LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $175,500 affecting property located at 33 N. Gilmore Blvd., Wappingers Falls 12590. Filed March 10.

Cisneros, Carol, et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $150,000 affecting property located at 5 Moriah Lane, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 12.

Alfonso, Gabriel G., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $292,511 affecting property located at 11 Hillcrest Ave., Goshen 10924. Filed Dec. 14.

Collado, Sonny J., et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $244,240 affecting property located at 153 Wawayanda Ave., Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 12.

Andrew, Carl Rochards, as heir at law and next of kin of Jo Ellen Andrews, et al. Filed by Reverse Mortgage Funding LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 6 Windsor Mews, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 16.

Colon, Victoria, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $280,000 affecting property located at 10 Ulster Terrace, Wallkill 12589. Filed Dec. 16.

Aponte, Raymond A., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $208,000 affecting property located at 14 Royal Circle, Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 9. Baker, Lauren A., et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 75 Vincent Drive, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 9.

Cutie, Robert, et al. Filed by Prospect Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $238,000 affecting property located at 166 Berry Road, Monroe 10950. Filed Dec. 13. Darby, Anthony, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $336,000 affecting property located at 19 Oak Ridge Road, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 20.

Davidson, Theresa, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $86,000 affecting property located at 41 Park St., Kingston 12401. Filed March 15. Della Corte, Simone, et al. Filed by Sterling National Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $274,800 affecting property located at 4 Fairview Ave., Warwick 10990. Filed Dec. 13. DiDonato, April J., et al. Filed by Wallkill Valley Federal Savings and Loan Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $240,000 affecting property located at 124 Drexel Drive, Crawford. Filed Dec. 21. Dilello, Robert A., et al. Filed by U.S. Bank Trust N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 10 Ridgecrest Drive, Milton 12547. Filed March 13. Discover Bank, et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 1346 Old Post Road, Ulster Park 12487. Filed March 10. Donoghue, Francis, et al. Filed by MTGLQ Investors LP. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 16 Wood Road, Goshen 10924. Filed Dec. 12. Esparra, Antonio, et al. Filed by Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 270 Concord Lane, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 13. Fernandez, Rafael, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $312,000 affecting property located at 421 Mount Orange Road, Middletown 10940. Filed Dec. 13. Figueroa, Pedro, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $154,150 affecting property located at 13 E. Stone St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 13. Ford, Sean, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $330,400 affecting property located at 14 Hulse Lane, Chester 10918. Filed Dec. 21. Fucilo, Marjorie, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $140,000 affecting property located at 62 Van Buren St., Kingston 12401. Filed March 16.

FACTS & FIGURES Gentilcore, Dale, individually and on behalf of the estate of Louis Gentilcore, et al. Filed by PNC Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $167,400 affecting property located at 25 McLaughlin Way, Washingtonville 10992. Filed Dec. 19. Gonzalez, Sadi, et al. Filed by Citimortgage Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $285,310 affecting property located at 99 Nelson Road, Monroe 10950. Filed Dec. 16. Gouveia, Lydia K., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $216,552 affecting property located at 28 Albany Post Road, Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 16. Gray, Susan, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $284,800 affecting property located at 837 Samsonville Road, Kerhonkson 12446. Filed March 10. Greenwood, William, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $222,924 affecting property located at 424 W. Saugerties Road, Saugerties 12477. Filed March 10.

Haas, James B., et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $145,000 affecting property located at 3148 Route 52, Pine Bush 12566. Filed March 16. Hablow, Karin E., Orange County commissioner of finance as administrator of the estate of Mary Rosalie Morgan, et al. Filed by Keybank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $50,000 affecting property located at 35 Johnes St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 9. Hall, Robert D., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $179,500 affecting property located at 19 Reed Court, Washingtonville 10992. Filed Dec. 16. Heirs and distributees of the estate of Alvin D. Gunther, et al. Filed by Reverse Mortgage Solutions Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $423,000 affecting property located at 96 Edinburgh Road, Wallkill 10941. Filed Dec. 20.

Heirs and distributees of the estate of Elizabeth H. Post, et al. Filed by CIT Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $330,000 affecting property located at 17 Village Drive, Saugerties 12477. Filed March 10.

Johnson, Ann Marie, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $253,228 affecting property located at 18 Waldorf Place, Poughkeepsie 12601. Filed March 13.

Heirs and distributees of the estate of Shirley J. Crawford, et al. Filed by CIT Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $255,000 affecting property located at 368 Lake Shore Drive, Pine Bush 12566. Filed March 13.

Kelly, Gerald, et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 7 Toms Way, LaGrangeville 12540. Filed March 10.

Hidalgo, Susan, et al. Filed by U.S. Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $229,500 affecting property located at 1089 Maggie Road, Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 20.

Kirkland, Carri L., et al. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 133 Hambletonian Ave., Chester 10918. Filed Dec. 14.

Iorio, Gerard V., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $141,300 affecting property located at 48 Apple Lane, Westbrookville 12785. Filed Dec. 13. Jarrow, Phyllis, et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $165,171 affecting property located at 3506 Whispering Hills, unit 304, Chester 10918. Filed Dec. 13.

Lachat, John, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $168,000 affecting property located at 43 Glenwood Road, Blooming Grove 10914. Filed Dec. 15.

Lozada, Christopher, as heir at law to the estate of Guillermo Lozada, et al. Filed by Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $73,500 affecting property located at 68 W. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reilly St., Kingston 12401. Filed March 15.

McKahan, Sharmane, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $261,250 affecting property located at 1088 Maggie Road, Unit 5, Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 20.

Markle, Elizabeth M., et al. Filed by Bayview Loan Servicing LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $189,000 affecting property located at 14 Rose Lane, Ulster 12487. Filed March 13.

McKenna, Ronald James, et al. Filed by Beneficial Homeowner Service Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $204,245 affecting property located at 19 Railroad Ave., Hopewell Junction 12535. Filed March 15.

McCann, James, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $255,000 affecting property located at 32 High Bank Road, Saugerties 12477. Filed March 13.

Minero, Alberto, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $180,310 affecting property located at 16 Round Lake Ave., Monroe 10950. Filed Dec. 21.

McDermott, Paul T., as executor of the estate of Larry K. Brest, et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $285,000 affecting property located at 2117 Whispering Hills Drive, Chester 10918. Filed Dec. 15.

Moran, Robert E., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 20 Baird Court, Walden 12586. Filed Dec. 13.

Lemily, Margaret A., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $625,500 affecting property located at 61 Clinton Road, Tuxedo Park 10987. Filed Dec. 12.

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Moslem, Saaed, et al. Filed by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $165,700 affecting property located at 8 Jay St., New Windsor 12553. Filed Dec. 12.

MARCH 27, 2017

FACTS & FIGURES Muhlrad, Tawnya, Orange County commissioner of finance as public administrator of the estate of Esther Broussard, et al. Filed by 21st Mortgage Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $156,000 affecting property located at 8 Blueberry Hill, Greenwood Lake 10925. Filed Dec. 16. Murdie, Joshua Scott, et al. Filed by Caliber Home Loans Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $252,041 affecting property located at 257 Lake Road, Salisbury Mills 12577. Filed Dec. 13. Nicholson, Arlene M., et al. Filed by the State of New York Mortgage Agency. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 4 Van Cleft Ave., Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 9. Nowinski, John A., et al. Filed by Ocwen Loan Servicing LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 460 Coldenham Road, Walden 12586. Filed Dec. 15. Nuzzi, Chiara, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 236 York Road, Bloomingburg. Filed Dec. 14. O’Brien, Kevin, et al. Filed by RBS Citizens N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $276,750 affecting property located at 12 Jevens Road, Highland Falls 10928. Filed Dec. 13. O’Neal, Yvette, et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $118,200 affecting property located at 46 Carpenter Ave., Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 21. O’Neill, Russell N., et al. Filed by Columbia Home Loans LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $232,000 affecting property located at 88 Forester Ave., Warwick 10990. Filed Dec. 16. Paltridge, William R., et al. Filed by M&T Bank. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $70,000 affecting property located at 549 Milton Turnpike, Highland 12528. Filed March 15.

Peck, Anna C., et al. Filed by Nationstar Mortgage LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $249,740 affecting property located at 116 Evan Road, Warwick 10990. Filed Dec. 14.

The Wawick Yard LLC, et al. Filed by Warwick Valley DLA LLC. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $1.7 million affecting property located in Warwick. Filed Dec. 21.

Penney, Derek L., et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $223,000 affecting property located at 135 W. Main St., Walden 12586. Filed Dec. 15.

Thomas, Dwayne C., et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $227,182 affecting property located at 25 Manitou Ave., Poughkeepsie 12603. Filed March 10.

Roome, Thomas J., et al. Filed by JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $153,750 affecting property located at 22 Brooklyn St., Port Jervis 12771. Filed Dec. 15. Rozas, Vicente, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $136,000 affecting property located at 169 W. Parmenter St., Newburgh 12550. Filed Dec. 20. Schiaroli, Diane, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2798 Route 94, Washingtonville 10992. Filed Dec. 9. Schuler, Kathleen, et al. Filed by HSBC Mortgage Corporation USA. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $114,210 affecting property located at 18 Glendale Road, Warwick 10925. Filed Dec. 21. Smith, Gregory R., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $180,602 affecting property located at 12 N. Elting Corners Road, Highland 12528. Filed March 13. Sozzi, Justin C., et al. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $159,953 affecting property located at 5 Mountainview Road, Staatsburgh 12580. Filed March 10. Stesel, Meir, et al. Filed by the State of New York Mortgage Agency. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2 Zlochev Way, Unit 301, Monroe 10950. Filed Dec. 19.

Townes, Patricia Way, et al. Filed by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $345,686 affecting property located at 106 Arthursburg Road, Lagrangeville 12540. Filed March 13. Van Etten, Hal, et al. Filed by Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $89,661 affecting property located at 395 Union Center Road, Ulster Park 12487. Filed March 15. Walsh, Terence M., et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $107,433 affecting property located at 4 Eagle Lane, Poughkeepsie 12601. Filed March 10. Wells, Barbara, et al. Filed by Federal National Mortgage Association. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $262,500 affecting property located at 86 Decker Drive, Blooming Grove 10992. Filed Dec. 13. West, Carol A., et al. Filed by The Bank of New York Mellon. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure an unspecified amount affecting property located at 2 Amani Drive, Gardiner 12525. Filed March 15. Wierzbowski, Michelle, et al. Filed by Community Restoration Corp. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $317,000 affecting property located at 612 Stony Ford Road, Middletown 10941. Filed Dec. 19. Willbright, Sherron A., et al. Filed by Bank of America N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $160,614 affecting property located at 90 Marian Court, Warwick 10990. Filed Dec. 14. Williamson, Charles, et al. Filed by HSBC Bank USA N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $100,000 affecting property located at 64 W. Main St., Port Jervis 12771. Filed Dec. 14.

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Woeltjen, Klaus, et al. Filed by Wells Fargo Bank N.A. Action: seeks to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $358,247 affecting property located at 1 Sunset Drive, Cornwall-on-Hudson 12518. Filed Dec. 21.

MECHANIC’S LIENS Cirillo, Peter M., as owner. $3,808 as claimed by Duffy Mechanical Services Inc., Poughkeepsie. Property: 3 Chadwick Court, Fishkill. Filed March 16. Gurley, James T., et al, as owner. $6,000 as claimed by D.D.N.Y. General Contracting Inc., Tuxedo. Property: 59 Hospital Road, Tuxedo 10987. Filed March 21. JCA Bridges LLC, New Hampton, as owner. $14,500 as claimed by RDM Welding and Fabrication Inc., Pine Bush. Property: 600 Route 211 E., Middletown. Filed March 21. JCA Hospitality LLC, as owner. $10,800 as claimed by Thomasville Glass and Exteriors, Thomasville, Ga. Property: 600 Route 211 E., Middletown 10941. Filed March 21. Miller, John Allen, et al, as owner. $2,038 as claimed by Roberts Contracting Inc., Newburgh. Property: 580 Wheeler Road, Wappinger. Filed March 16.

NEW BUSINESSES This paper is not responsible for typographical errors contained in the original filings.

PARTNERSHIPS Blazesworldofdreamsandgems, 323 South St., Clintondale 12515, c/o Jesse A. Knapp and Brenda Ann Vitarius. Filed March 16. Family First Medical Consulting, 30 Jordan Lane, Middletown, c/o Anthony Fields and Tiffany-Lee Lopane. Filed April 21. LSL Event Planning and Coordinating, 12 Dove Court, Lagrangeville 12540, c/o Sarah Lynn Litwinenko and Laura Ann Shultis. Filed March 15. Roein’ on a Mission, 27 Soper Road, New Paltz 12561, c/o Kerri A. McIntyre and Tina Bodo. Filed March 13.

Sanctuary In The Valley, 2 Central Ave., Newburgh 12550, c/o Kean R. Risko and Nancy J. Morgan. Filed April 22. Twizted Threadz, 34 Buckley St., apt. up, Port Jervis 12771, c/o Preston Simonson and John Simonson. Filed April 20.

SOLE PROPRIETORSHIPS Alarcon Landscaping and Construction, 211 Oneil St., Kingston 12401, c/o Jesus Alarcon Aguirre. Filed March 13. All Things Delicious, 61 F Main Street Plaza, Pine Bush, c/o Kirsten Drossell. Filed April 18. As The Earth Turns, 6 Danielle Court, Middletown, c/o Jerome Cooper. Filed April 22. Body By Jen Fitness, 8 Maple Ave., Harriman 10926, c/o Jennifer McWilliams. Filed April 22. Bridge Pointe Care Management, 515 Ivy Hill Road, Montgomery, c/o Judith Janelle Johnson. Filed April 18. Caborcas Pizzeria and Restaurant, 90 North St., Middletown, c/o Tanya Ann Moliterno. Filed April 20. Davis Upholstery, 304 Pressler Road, Wallkill 12588, c/o Pydonna Davis. Filed April 18. Decaf Black, 15 Queen Anne Lane, Warwick, c/o Christopher McGovern. Filed April 19. Dominga’s Group Family Daycare, 37 Melrose Ave., New Windsor 12553, c/o Dominga Laguna. Filed April 19. Frazy Designz, 33 N. Manheim Blvd., New Paltz 12561, c/o Ryan S. Pietroszek. Filed March 15. Grateful Hooker, 235 Glasco Turnpike, apt. 1, Saugerties 12477, c/o Theresa Ann Handelman. Filed March 15. HighRose Tiny Tots, 13 HighRose Ridge Way, Middletown 10940, c/o Shari Grissett. Filed April 21. K.G. Auto Sales, 215 Colden Hill Road, Newburgh 12550, c/o Keith Gifft. Filed April 22.

Likwid Designs, 34 Buckley St., Port Jervis 12771, c/o John D. Simonson. Filed April 19. Mario’s Sons Auto, 157 Wickham Ave., Middletown 10940, c/o Peter Michael Levato. Filed April 21. Maureen Cummins, 145 Coldbrook Road, Woodstock 12409, c/o Katharine Maureen Cummins. Filed March 10. NY Pasta and Gelato, 44 Crane Road, Middletown, c/o Alberto Rodriguez. Filed April 19. Saugerties Organic Gardens, 68 Route 32A, Saugerties 12477, c/o Mark N. Sanborn. Filed March 16. Second Beginnings, 23 Shore Lane, Burlingham 12722, c/o Casey Alexia Seeley. Filed April 22. Stars and Stripes Lawn Care and Landscaping, 60 Jeanette Lane, Lake Katrine 12449, c/o Luke A. Rougier. Filed March 13. Studio at Crawford Commons, 61D Main Street Plaza, Pine Bush, c/o Kirsten Drossell. Filed April 18. Superb Collections, 2148 Route 94, Salisbury Mills, c/o Korey N. Hopkins. Filed April 20. TBA Net Sales, 33 Grand St., Warwick, c/o Gregory Charles Secord. Filed April 22. The Little Flower Shop Down Town, 1 Main St., Highland 12528, c/o Kimberly E. Scott. Filed March 16. The Other Guys, 120 Maxwell Lane, No. 24, Kingston 12401, c/o Tebrue Equan James. Filed March 13. United Construction and Mobile Maintenance, 68 Vincent Drive, Middletown, c/o Tonya Bertrand. Filed April 19. Wee-Cycle, 24 Lexington Drive, Newburgh 12550, c/o Yochabel Criz-Rosa. Filed April 21.

FACTS & FIGURES ATTACHMENTS-FILED Pearsall Place LLC, et al., Monroe. Filed by Harlow, Adams & Friedman PC, Milford. $135,000 in favor of Route 80 Enterprises LLC, Monroe. Property: 139 Pepper St., Monroe. Filed March 1. Pearsall Place LLC, et al., Monroe. Filed by Harlow, Adams & Friedman PC, Milford. $135,000 in favor of Route 80 Enterprises LLC, Monroe. Property: 231 Cottage St., Monroe. Filed March 1.

BUILDING PERMITS COMMERCIAL 54 Research Drive LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 54 Research Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $104,225. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Affordable Tents LLC, contractor for Bedford East Holdings LLC. Add temporary tents to the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 175 Bedford St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. AG-GCS Shippan Landing Owner LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform interior renovations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 208 Harbor Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

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Ahsan, Ahmed, Norwalk, contractor for self. Fit-out a new gas station and convenience store at 479 Main Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $68,000. Filed Feb. 28. Artman, Ron, contractor for Neelan. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 487 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 28. Bricktower Associates, Norwalk, contractor for self. Change the ownership of an existing commercial space at 120 East Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Feb. 24. Broad & Summer St Building LLP, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform interior renovations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 275 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $400,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. CE South Main Ave LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Change the ownership of an existing commercial space at 62 S. Main St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Feb. 23. Conair, Stamford, contractor for self. Relocate the dishwashing room and kitchen storage room in an existing single-family residence on Cummings Point Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. Country Club Of New Canaan, New Canaan, contractor for self. Add a greenhouse structure to an existing commercial space at 95 Country Club Road, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Feb. 24. Crown Castle USA Inc., contractor for Girl Scouts of Connecticut Inc. Add antennas onto the roof of an existing single-family residence at 69 Guinea Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. D&A Construction Management, Branford, contractor for ESRT Merrittview LLC. Remove and replace existing antennas at an existing commercial building at 383 Main Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $42,753. Filed Feb. 28. Empire Telecom USA LLC, contractor for American Towers Inc. Renovate the antennas on an existing commercial space at 168 Catoona Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10.

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FIP Construction Inc., contractor for Jenn Realty LLC. Perform interior renovations in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 1290 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $352,495. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Forestone Management Associates LLC, contractor for Nine West Broad Property LLC. Replace the light fixtures in an existing commercial space at 9 W. Broad St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $120,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. Gesualdi Construction, contractor for Collins Enterprises. Renovate an existing commercial space at 1079 Boston Post Road, Darien. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed Feb. 28. Greenwich Centre LP, Greenwich, contractor for self. Perform interior alterations in an existing commercial space to expand the office at 1700 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed February 2017. Greenwich Centre LP, Greenwich, contractor for self. Perform interior alterations in an existing commercial space to expand the office at 1700 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $245,000. Filed February 2017. Horan Construction Corp., Mineola, N.Y., contractor for West Putnam Realty LLC. Construct an interior deck in an existing commercial space at 261 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $229,000. Filed February 2017. Millman, Ira, Easton, contractor for self. Add temporary tents to the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 30 Riverside Lane, Easton. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed February 2017. Paloma Partners, Greenwich, contractor for Greenwich American I. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 1 American Lane, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $330,000. Filed February 2017. Pavarini North East Construction, Greenwich, contractor for Greenwich American I. Perform interior alterations in an existing commercial space to expand the office at 1 American Lane, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $118,000. Filed February 2017.

Pavarini North East Construction, contractor for Four Hundred Atlantic Title LLC. Combine rooms in an existing commercial space to turn them into a coffee roaster room at 400 Atlantic St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $190,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. R W Remodeling Services LLC, Norwalk, contractor for Coleman Glenville LLC. Perform an interior fitout in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 265 73 Glenville Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed February 2017. Rich-Taubman Associates, Stamford, contractor for self. Add a wall sign to the exterior of an existing commercial space at 230 Tresser Blvd., Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,627. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Robert Pers Inc., contractor for Mill Plain Center Limited. Replace the column canopy on an existing commercial space hit by a car at 44-1 Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed Feb. 21. Roton Point Club, Norwalk, contractor for self. Replace the decking, shower area and bathrooms in an existing commercial space on Pine Point Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $372,000. Filed March 2. SBA Communications, contractor for owner. Replace the antennas on the roof of an existing commercial space at 197 North St., Easton. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed February 2017. Signature Construction Group of Connecticut Inc., Stamford, contractor for 300 Atlantic Street Owner LLC. Alter the seventh floor of an existing commercial space at 300 Atlantic St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $60,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Sono Square Associates LLC, Westport, contractor for self. Expand the tenant office space in an existing commercial space at 85/99 Water St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed March 2. Tilson Technology Management Inc., contractor for Metropolitan 1515 Summer. Replace the antennas on the roof of an existing commercial space at 1515 Summer St., Unit 1515, Stamford. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Tower Plaza Associates, Norwalk, contractor for self. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 120 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed Feb. 27.

AMEC Carting LLC, Norwalk, contractor for John C. Cracraft. Demolish a detached garage on an existing single-family residence at 7 Relay Place, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $5,500. Filed February 2017.

WRF Sono Corp., Norwalk, contractor for self. Renovate the interior of a movie theater at 66 North St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $1.6 million. Filed Feb. 23.

Bailey, Sandra, Norwalk, contractor for self. Add a one-story addition for a bathroom, closet and living room in an existing single-family residence at 6 Selleck St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed March 2.

RESIDENTIAL 1615 Park Ave LLC. Bridgeport, contractor for self. Renovate the storage area in an existing single-family residence at 1615 Park Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed March 2.

Brown Dog GC LLC, Norwalk, contractor for 89 William Street LLC. Add an unfinished basement and a two-car garage to an existing single-family residence at 61 Osborne Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $380,000. Filed Feb. 24.

4 River Street LLC, New Canaan, contractor for self. Replace a wall in an existing single-family residence at 4 River St., New Canaan. Estimated cost: $100. Filed Feb. 21.

Buck, Daniel G., contractor for Richard Picagli. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 32 Chatfield St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $60,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

51 East Avenue LLC, Norwalk, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 51 East Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed March 2.

Canal, James, contractor for Dan Baurs. Add and alter an existing single-family residence at 67 Middlesex Road, Darien. Estimated cost: $500,000. Filed Feb. 28.

A Sillo Development LLC, New Canaan, contractor for Steiger Uhlein, John Wyatt and Bethany A. Wyatt. Add a new master bathroom to an existing single-family residence at 30 Knapp Lane, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Feb. 22.

Carvalho, Cristina, et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 85 Camp Ave., Unit UT 7C, Stamford. Estimated cost: $56,700. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Alisberg Parker Architects, Greenwich, contractor for Douglas Horowitz and Cooper E. Horowitz. Renovate the existing structure at 10 Barnstable Lane, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $90,000. Filed February 2017.

Contractors LLC, Fairfield, contractor for Properties Positive LLC. Construct a second-floor dormer, living room and unfinished basement in an existing single-family residence at 12 Anderson Road, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed March 1.

Alvaro Carpentry Pro LLC, Stamford, contractor for D. Evans. Renovate the kitchen and add bathrooms to an existing single-family residence at 1 Island Drive, Unit 16, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $135,361. Filed Feb. 27. Amado’s Home Improvement LLC, Port Chester, N.Y., contractor for Li Yuanjum. Remodel the kitchen and replace washer and dryer at an existing single-family residence at 40 Pleasant St., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $43,179. Filed February 2017.

Cortes Construction LLC, Bridgeport, contractor for O’Neil. Add wood framing to an existing single-family residence at 6 Roland Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed March 1. Costigan, Seamus J., Stamford, contractor for self. Reconstruct a two-family residence at 18 Limerick St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $372,660. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

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FACTS & FIGURES CRS Lakeside Hill LLC, contractor for William M. Babyak and Sara J. Babyak. Add a half bathroom to an existing single-family residence at 66 Topstone Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $2,000. Filed Feb. 22.

Distinctive Style & Function, contractor for Mark Odiazo and Josephine Odiazo. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 7 Echo Drive, Darien. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed March 8.

CRS Lakeside Hill LLC, North Haven, contractor for Elizabeth Feinstein. Repair water damage to a single-family residence at 123 Washington St., Unit D204, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $3,500. Filed Feb. 22.

DL Carpentry LLC, contractor for Daniel Fitzmaurice, et al. Remove and replace the cabinets and install appliances in an existing single-family residence at 101 Don Bob Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $60,810. Filed Between March 6 and March 10.

CRS Lakeside Hill LLC, North Haven, contractor for Richard Sansone. Repair water damage to a single-family residence at 123 Washington St., Unit D304, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $3,500. Filed Feb. 22. Davis, DeMilio, Easton, contractor for self. Remodel too bathrooms in an existing single-family residence at 47 Sunset Road, Easton. Estimated cost: $12,000. Filed February 2017. Dectar Power, contractor for Brent Michele Bodick. Relocate the bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 43 Lake Drive, Darien. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed Feb. 22. DeFeo, Michele, Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate the living room, kitchen and bathrooms in an existing single-family residence at 56 Wescott Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. Delay, Kristine L. and Stephen M. Delay, Weston, contractor for self. Convert a sunroom to a bedroom in an existing single-family residence at 17 Silver Ridge Common, Weston. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed Jan. 24. Demian, Vane, Easton, contractor for self. Remodel the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 22 Newman Drive, Easton. Estimated cost: $31,300. Filed February 2017. Derosa Builders LLC, Greenwich, contractor for Gilbert Jill Callahan. Repair the mudroom and kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 3 Partridge Hollow Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $250,000. Filed February 2017. Digesu Building Contractors, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform minor renovations to the interior of an existing single-family residence at 60 Woods End Drive, Wilton. Estimated cost: $75,000. Filed Feb. 24. Dimeo, Michael, contractor for James J. Moran III. Add a new kitchen and rear deck to an existing single-family residence at 265 Belltown Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

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Gonzalez, Edgar, contractor for Tracy Berry. Remodel the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 374 West Ave., Darien. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Feb. 28. Gunite Pool Associates LLC, Seymour, contractor for Nicholas D. Newman and Barbara Newman. Add an in-ground spa and pool to an existing single-family residence at 24 Church St., New Canaan. Estimated cost: $90,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Druehl III, William C., contractor for Mitchell E. Pomerance, et al. Repair fire damage to an existing single-family residence at 195 Guinea Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10.

Hannibal Construction Company LLC, Trumbull, contractor for Ashley E. and David I. Krauss. Perform minor renovations to the interior of an existing single-family residence at 95 Glen Hill Road, Wilton. Estimated cost: $34,952. Filed March 2.

E R Salvatore Associates LLC, Stamford, contractor for Colin J. Ives and Louisa M. Ives. Renovate the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 88 Dunning Road, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $150,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Hassan, Bonnie and Michael Hassan, Weston, contractor for self. Renovate the kitchen, laundry room and powder room in an existing single-family residence at 61 Eleven Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Clock Road, Weston. Estimated cost: $110,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Fedele, Carol Ann, Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 678 Erskine Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $318,868. Filed Between March 6 and March 10.

Huribal, Nebil, Bridgeport, contractor for James Repay. Add an access ramp to an existing single-family residence at 55 Pierce Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $5,500. Filed March 2.

First Choice Windows Remodeling Group Inc., contractor for Caroline G. Fisher. Renovate two bathrooms and the master bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 348 Weed Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $110,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

J&F Tomas Properties, Wilton, contractor for self. Renovate the basement and kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 10 Woodlawn Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed Feb. 28.

FJS Building & Remodeling LLC, contractor for Sylvan Knoll Section 1 Inc. Renovate a kitchen in a condominium unit on Sylvan Knoll Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,400. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Flinn, Karen, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Install new fire doors on an existing single-family residence at 783-785 Brewster St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $1,800. Filed March 2. Gaynor, John L., contractor for Reed. Remodel the basement exercise room in an existing single-family residence at 129 Guinea Road, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 23. Geniveve, Ernest, Fairfield, contractor for Marilyn Miller. Remove a support wall in an existing single-family residence at 37 Rowsley St., Unit 2, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed March 1. Giannahasio Builders, contractor for Brenden Sobolewski. Add to and alter an existing single-family residence at 25 Fitch Ave., Darien. Estimated cost: $170,000. Filed Feb. 28.

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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Flushing, N.Y., contractor for self. Demolish tenant area in an existing single-family residence at 148 East Ave., Unit 3H1, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed March 3. Ortiz, Edgar, contractor for Mary Ann Belanger. Construct a new deck attached to an existing single-family residence at 34 Hilltop Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $9,300. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Perschino, Glenn, Norwalk, contractor for 35 Clay Street LLC. Renovate the kitchens and bathroom in condominium units at 35 Clay St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed Feb. 27. Peter H. Schlubach Builder, Trumbull, contractor for Richard C. Lurie. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 341 Jelliff Mill Road, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed Feb. 27. Pierce, Monroe, contractor for self. Convert the basement in an existing single-family residence into a living room at 14 Forest Road, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed March 3.

Posigen, contractor for Edgar G. Jarrin and Yuderca D. Jarrin. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 14 Grove St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Sikk, Sigmar, et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Build a sauna in an existing single-family residence at 27 Lenox Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,500. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Power Home Remodeling Group, Chester, Pa., contractor for Saverine. Replace the windows in an existing single-family residence at 341 West Ave., Darien. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Skowronski, Kris, contractor for Sharon Rodda. Remodel the bathroom in an existing single-family residence at 6 La Forge, Darien. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Prengel, Peter, contractor for Mark Lupinacci. Remove wood siding on an existing single-family residence and install new siding at 140 Gary Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $24,980. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Revision Construction LLC, contractor for Christopher M. Hanlon, et al. Restore the interior unit in a condominium at 49 Glenbrook Road, Unit 104, Stamford. Estimated cost: $17,954. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. Rice, Cody, Norwalk, contractor for self. Add a stove to the living room in an existing single-family residence at 41 Arnold Lane, Norwalk. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed March 1. Rich and John Complete Chimney Service LLC, Woodbury, contractor for Christopher Bernadine Gilfond. Remove the clay liner from an existing single-family residence at 1654 Ponur Ridge, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $1,950. Filed March 2. Riga LLC, Norwalk, contractor for AG Property Group LLC. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 81 Winfield St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $7,950. Filed Feb. 27. RJM Bros LLC, contractor for 37 Old Well Road LLC. Add a generator to an existing single-family residence at 37 Old Well Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Robinson, Grace, Norwalk, contractor for self. Construct an addition to the first floor of an existing single-family residence at 4 Roton Ave., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed Feb. 28. Rogain, John A., Weston, contractor for self. Replace the windows in an existing single-family residence at 234 Goodhill Road, Weston. Estimated cost: $8,979. Filed March 1. Samaha Builders LLC, contractor for Joanne Kahan. Construct a new two- and one-half-story single-family residence at 78 Ocean Drive East, Stamford. Estimated cost: $1.1 million. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Snover, Gerard, Easton, contractor for self. Add a hot tub to an existing single-family residence at 95 Church Road, Easton. Estimated cost: $8,000. Filed February 2017.

THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Sally A. Coviello, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 97 Knickerbocker Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,758. Filed Between March 6 and March 10. The Home Depot, Rocky Hill, contractor for Leonard Seisesta. Repair insulation to a building at 10 Evergreen Drive, Sherman. Estimated cost: $1,873. Filed Feb. 21. The Home Depot, Rocky Hill, contractor for Li Lu. Add windows to an existing single-family residence at 8 North Cove, Sherman. Estimated cost: $13,016. Filed Feb. 21.

Solar City Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for Augustus C. Julbes, et al. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 55 Crestview Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $31,772. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Tinaj, Anton, Darien, contractor for self. Demolish part of the interior of an existing single-family residence at 114 Hector Ave., Darien. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed Feb. 24.

Stewart, Monroe, contractor for self. Convert a second-floor bedroom to a master bathroom at 6 Nancy Drive, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 23.

Tubman, John A., et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Renovate a kitchen, dining room and windows in an existing single-family residence at 991 Westover Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3.

Sunny House LLC, Stamford, contractor for Frederick M. Umane, et al. Add a bathroom to an existing single-family residence at 495 Westover Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $33,375. Filed between February 27 and March 3. Susco, Amory, Danbury, contractor for self. Renew a residential permit at 4 New Light Drive, Danbury. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 22. Talin Inside Carpentry, contractor for Linda Kavanagh. Rebuild a garage and a wood deck on the property of an existing single-family residence at 102 Alton Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $170,000. Filed between February 27 and March 3. THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Carl Maxwell. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 117 William St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $11,855. Filed Feb. 27. THD at Home Services Inc., Atlanta, Ga., contractor for Tina Yao. Replace the windows on an existing single-family residence at 228 Park St., New Canaan. Estimated cost: $3,715. Filed Feb. 23. THD at Home Services Inc., Shrewsbury, Mass., contractor for self. Replace the windows in an existing single-family residence at 109 Hidden Knolls Circle, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 21. THD at Home Services Inc., Shrewsbury, Mass., contractor for self. Replace the windows in an existing single-family residence at 79 Hidden Knolls Circle, Monroe. Cost undisclosed. Filed Feb. 21.

Wiemken, Holly and James Wiemken, Weston, contractor for self. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence to create a recreation room at 35 Joanne Lane, Weston. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed Feb. 21. Zakharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Roofing & Siding, Norwalk, contractor for Jonathan Garcia. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 10 Gregory Blvd., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $16,500. Filed Feb. 24. Zambrzycki, Robert, contractor for Frank H. Moore, et al. Remodel the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 471 Haviland Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $105,000. Filed Between March 6 and March 10.

COURT CASES The following court cases represent the allegations made by plaintiffs in the initial filings of civil lawsuits, and do not represent legally binding judgments made by the courts.

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FACTS & FIGURES 2926 Black Rock Property Management LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Rebecca McMellon, Stratford. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Papcsy Janosov Roche, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to clear snow from their parking lot. The plaintiff claims monetary damages and such other and further relief as the court may deem just and equitable. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062865-S. Filed March 7. Amica Mutual Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by David Kimmett, Monroe. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Jonathan E. Spodnick, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062854-S. Filed March 6. Bank Street Real Estate Management Corp., Bridgeport. Filed by Vivienne Saddler, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Jonathan Perkins, Woodbridge. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she fell on a staircase owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they maintained their steps with varying heights. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062965-S. Filed March 10. Bojadzic Construction LLC, Stamford. Filed by Technology Insurance Co., Alpharetta, Ga. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Sugarmann & Sugarmann, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a workers’ compensation policy provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $55,184 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, costs, post-judgment interest and such other relief as may be deemed appropriate. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062971-S. Filed March 10.

Briarwood of Bridgeport Condominium Association Inc., Seymour. Filed by Vestina Rankin, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Miller, Rosnick, D’Amico, August & Butler PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she tripped on a broken curb owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to clear their sidewalk of snow. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062887-S. Filed March 8. Bridgeport Hospital, Hartford. Filed by Daniel Miko, Seymour. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Jonathan M. Spodnick, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff has brought this medical malpractice suit against the defendant alleging that he fell from his wheelchair while under the care of the defendant. As a result, plaintiff allegedly suffered a fracture of his neck and severe pain. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and any further relief in law or equity, which may appertain. Case no. FBT-cv176062950-S. Filed March 9. Caltech ATM LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Breakout Capital Finance LLC, McLean, Va. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Jacobs & Rozich LLC, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a credit account. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, prejudgment interest, post-judgment interest, attorney’s fees, court costs and such other relief as the court deems fair, just and reasonable. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062820-S. Filed March 6. Derby Five Star LLC, Easton. Filed by Katherine H. Osborne, Trumbull. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Eugene A. Skowronski, Ansonia. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to clear their sidewalk of snow. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court and any other relief to which the plaintiff may be entitled at law or equity. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062860-S. Filed March 6.

Geico General Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Ronald Christy, Stratford. Plaintiff ’s attorney: William J. Varese, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062897-S. Filed March 8. Green Ray LED USA LLC, Hartford. Filed by FedX Corporate Services Inc., Memphis, Tenn. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Ignal, Napolitano & Shapiro PC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for shipping services provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $79,987 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs and such other relief as the court deems just and proper. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062864-S. Filed March 7. Liberty Mutual Insurance Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Wendell Wilson, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: De Lucia & Levine LLC, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062892-S. Filed March 8. LM General Insurance Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Janet Lee, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: James O. Gaston, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that she collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that her injuries are the legal responsibilities of her insurance company, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062925-S. Filed March 8.

Metlife Auto & Home Insurance Agency Inc., Hartford. Filed by Raymond Denigris, Monroe. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Carter Mario Injury Lawyers, North Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, punitive damages, costs, attorney’s fees, interest and such other relief as to which the plaintiff may be entitled to in law or equity. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062881-S. Filed March 8. NG Roofing LLC, Stamford. Filed by Technology Insurance Co., Alpharetta, Ga. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Sugarmann & Sugarmann, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a workers’ compensation policy provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $21,922 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, costs, post-judgment interest and such other relief as may be deemed appropriate. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062961-S. Filed March 10. Northbridge Health Care Center Inc., et al., Hartford. Filed by Violet Kelly, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Richard A. Cerrato, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to clear their sidewalk of snow. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062829-S. Filed March 6.

Properties Solutions Group LLC, et al., Middletown. Filed by People’s United Bank NA, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Benanti & Associates, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a commercial term promissory note. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $29,457 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damage, costs, attorney’s fees, expenses, possession of the collateral and such other and further relief as may be required. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062893-S. Filed March 8. State Auto Property & Casualty Insurance Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Jordyn Luciano, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Zeldes, Needle & Cooper, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, punitive damages, costs, attorney’s fees, interest and such other relief as to which the plaintiff may be entitled to in law or equity. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062868-S. Filed March 7. The Salvation Army Inc., Hartford. Filed by Danielle C. Russo, Lindenhurst, N.Y. Plaintiff ’s attorney: The Upton Law Firm LLC, Milford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and their employees in that they failed to clear their sidewalk of snow. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062930-S. Filed March 9. Trefz Corp., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Marilyn Young, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Richard A. Cerrato, Bridgeport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to clear their sidewalk of snow. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062858-S. Filed March 6.

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MARCH 27, 2017

FACTS & FIGURES Trumbull Insurance Co., Hartford. Filed by Senait M. Haile, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Rodie & Connolly PC, Milford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendant alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendant. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062944-S. Filed March 9. UGL Services Unicco Operations Company Inc., et al., Hartford. Filed by Alejandro Baez-Limon, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Robert A. Lacobelle, Trumbull. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that he slipped on an icy surface owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This icy condition was allegedly allowed to exist due the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to clear snow from their parking lot. The plaintiff claims monetary damages and such other and further relief as the court may deem just and equitable. Case no. FBT-cv17-6062877-S. Filed March 7.

DANBURY SUPERIOR COURT Apollo Solar Inc., Bethel. Filed by TUV Rheinland of North America Inc., Newtown. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Sugarmann & Sugarmann, New Haven. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for technical services provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $5,950 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, court costs, post-judgment interest and such other relief as may be deemed appropriate. Case no. DBD-cv17-6021919-S. Filed March 8.

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Grade A Shoprite of Southbury LLC, Hartford. Filed by Kathleen Reilly, Southbury. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Mulvey & Korotash, Danbury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that she tripped over a shopping cart in a grocery store owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to remove their cart from the isle. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court. Case no. DBD-cv17-6021911-S. Filed March 6. JPL Home Improvement, Danbury. Filed by Utica Mutual Insurance Co., Utica, N.Y. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Robert F. Ludgin, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for insurance policies provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $13,703 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, costs, post-judgment interest and such other relief as may be deemed appropriate. Case no. DBD-cv17-6021918-S. Filed March 8. Progressive Direct Insurance Co., et al., Hartford. Filed by Michael Gallo, Brookfield. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Glouzgal Ramos Groth, Brookfield. Action: The plaintiff has brought this motor vehicle suit against the defendants alleging that he collided with an underinsured motorist and suffered injury. The insurance policy carried by the underinsured motorist is inadequate to fully compensate for the damages. The plaintiff alleges that his injuries are the legal responsibilities of his insurance company, the defendants. The plaintiff claims money damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and such other relief as in law or equity may apply. Case no. DBD-cv17-6021927-S. Filed March 8. The Danbury Hospital, et al., Danbury. Filed by Judy Taranto, Bethel. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Michael Stratton, Stratford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this medical malpractice suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to properly perform knee surgery on the plaintiff. As a result, plaintiff allegedly suffered nerve damage and severe pain. The plaintiff claims monetary damages in excess of $15,000, exclusive of interests and costs and any further relief in law or equity, which may appertain. Case no. DBD-cv17-6021985-S. Filed March 6.

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STAMFORD SUPERIOR COURT AMEC Construction LLC, Norwalk. Filed by Water Paving, Bridgeport. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Michelson, Kane, Royster & Barger PC, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for materials and labor provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $365,000 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, court costs and such other relief at law or equity as this court may deem just and proper. Case no. FST-cv17-6031423-S. Filed March 10. BrickTowner Association LLC, et al., Norwalk. Filed by Jean Heit, Norwalk. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Papcsy Janosov Roche, Norwalk. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendants alleging that she slipped on a ceramic floor in a building owned by the defendants and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendants and their employees in that they failed to keep their property in a walkable condition. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court and such other further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. FST-cv17-6031384-S. Filed March 8. Capricio Café Inc., Stamford. Filed by Bobby Irby, Stamford. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Gregory E. O’Brien, Cheshire. Action: The plaintiff has brought this personal injury suit against the defendant alleging that he tripped on uneven wires on a walkway owned by the defendant and sustained injury. This dangerous condition was allegedly allowed to exist due to the negligence of the defendant and its employees in that they failed to keep their property in a walkable condition. The plaintiff claims monetary damages within the jurisdiction of the court and such other further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. FST-cv17-6031400-S. Filed March 8.

ECI Enterprises Ltd., et al., Ridgefield. Filed by RHYS LLC, Stamford. Plaintiff ’s attorney: The Law Offices of David W. Rubin, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendants alleging that they had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a sublease with a respect to commercial property. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $33,969 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, prejudgment interest, attorney’s fees, costs and other relief the court deems fair and equitable. Case no. FST-cv17-6031422-S. Filed March 10. Holberg Inc., Greenwich. Filed by Siteone Landscape Supply LLC, Roswell, Ga. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Karen M. Riggio, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for a credit application. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding principal balance of $8,114 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages and court costs. Case no. FST-cv17-6031385-S. Filed March 8. John A. Watts CPA LLC, Trumbull. Filed by Edward Burke, Weston. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Mark Sank & Associates LLC. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it had failed to make timely payments to the plaintiff for consulting services provided. The plaintiff has declared the entire outstanding balance of $8,829 due and has made a demand for the balance, yet has not received payment. The plaintiff claims money damages, interest, attorney’s fees, statutory interest and court costs. Case no. FST-cv17-6031375-S. Filed March 8. Monroe Muffler Brake Inc., Hartford. Filed by AIG Property Casualty Inc., New York, N.Y. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Nelson Canter, White Plains, N.Y. Action: The plaintiff has brought this insurance suit against the defendant alleging that it performed an oil change on a car insured by the plaintiff. The oil pan in the car caused a piston to break causing damage, which the plaintiff was forced to cover. The plaintiff claims monetary damages. Case no. FST-cv17-6031424-S. Filed March 10.

FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT AT&T Inc., Dallas, Texas. Filed by David Lo, New Haven. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Alexrod & Associates LLC, Woodbridge. Action: The plaintiff has brought this breach of contract suit against the defendant alleging that it was sued in a previous court case and agreed to settle out of court. The defendant allegedly refused to sign the settlement that it drafted, in breach of contract. The plaintiff claims monetary damages of at least $350,000, costs, interest and such other and further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-00401-JCH. Filed March 9.

OptumRX Inc., Irvine, Calif. Filed by Gail Davis, Ark. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Whatley Kallas LLC, San Diego, Calif. Action: The plaintiff has brought this employee benefit suit against the defendant alleging that some of the prescriptions she got cost less than the co-pay in her medical plan. The defendant allegedly requires pharmacies to collect the entire co-payment and then has the pharmacy pay the defendant the difference between the actual cost of the prescription and the plaintiff ’s payment. The plaintiff claims a judgment in her favor, equitable relief, attorney’s fees, costs, treble damages and such other and further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-00375-MPS. Filed March 7.

Bozzuto’s Inc., Cheshire. Filed by Hawk Technology Systems LLC, Miami, Fla. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Lockridge Grindal Naven PLLP, Minneapolis, Minn. Action: The plaintiff has brought this patent infringement suit against the defendant alleging that it infringed on the plaintiff ’s method of displaying and storing multiple video images on a PC. The defendant allegedly made use of a similar method without using the plaintiff ’s technology. The plaintiff claims damages, attorney’s fees, expenses, costs and such other and further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-00398-JAM. Filed March 8.

Prestige Auto Cars LLC, et al., New Britain. Filed by Christine Campbell, New Britain. Plaintiff ’s attorney: Churchill Law Group LLC, West Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this warranty act suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to provide the plaintiff with the certificate of title and failed to provide the Connecticut Department of Motors the vehicle form K-208. The car they sold to the plaintiff was allegedly defective, causing damages. The plaintiff claims actual damages, statutory damages, punitive damages, attorney’s fees and costs. Case no. 3:17-cv-00408-WWE. Filed March 9.

Electrolux Home Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C. Filed by Allstate Insurance Co., et al., Northbrook, Ill. Plaintiffs’ attorney: Law Offices of Stuart G. Blackburn, Windsor Locks. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this product liability suit against the defendant alleging that the defendant manufactured a clothes dryer, which was prone to catching on fire. This allegedly forced the plaintiffs to pay out insurance damages in multiple incidences of fire. The defendants allegedly did not meet safety standards and misrepresented the safety of their products. The plaintiffs claim damages, interest, delay damages and such other and further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-00391-JCH. Filed March 7.

DEEDS COMMITTEE DEEDS Cepeda, Luz and Diego Cepeda, et al., Stamford. Appointed committee: M. L. Bloomenthal, Stamford. Property: 15 Field St., Stamford. Amount: $350,000. Docket no. FSTcv-12-6012501-S. Filed Feb. 27. Mucha, Janet N., Stamford. Appointed committee: Hale Cunningham Sargent, Stamford. Property: 2289 Bedford St., Unit G15, Stamford. Amount: $360,000. Docket no. FSTcv-16-6028094-S. Filed Feb. 27. Poli, Grace E., et al., New Fairfield. Appointed committee: Nathaniel Booth Whitcombe, New Fairfield. Property: 4 and 5 Revolutionary Lane, New Fairfield. Amount: $115,000. Docket no. DBD-cv-166019556-S. Filed Feb. 22.

FACTS & FIGURES COMMERCIAL 800 Union Ave Realty LLC, Great Neck, N.Y. Seller: Moore Land Company Inc., Bridgeport. Property: 785-800 Union Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $5.4 million. Filed Feb. 24. Algonquin Gas Transmission LLC, Houston, Texas. Seller: David Torielli, Danbury. Property: 2 Rockwell Road, Danbury. Amount: $340,000. Filed Feb. 22. Avant US2 LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Philip Kassin and Kim L. Kassin, Greenwich. Property: 10 Copper Beach Road, Greenwich. Amount: $6.4 million. Filed Feb. 23. Benchmark Trading Ltd., Bridgeport. Seller: Park Royal of Bridgeport Condominium Association Inc., Bridgeport. Property: 2600 Park Ave., Unit 6A, Bridgeport. Amount: $36,825. Filed Feb. 28. Bport LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Orlando Figueroa, Bridgeport. Property: 281-283 Dover St., Bridgeport. Amount: $38,000. Filed Feb. 24. Bport LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Orlando Figueroa, Bridgeport. Property: 277-279 Dover St., Bridgeport. Amount: $110,000. Filed Feb. 24. Bridgeport Development Group LLC, Ridgewood, N.J. Seller: Cuong H. Nguyen, Louis C. Nguyen, John S. Bui and Phuoc H. Tran, Bridgeport. Property: 860 Hancock Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $30,000. Filed Feb. 28. Brookfield Relocation Inc., Brookfield. Seller: Jorge A. Perez-Martinez and Isolda Perez Casas Perez, Fairfield. Property: Lot 36, Green Acres, Fairfield. Amount: $620,000. Filed Feb. 27. Chacha Roofing Company LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Manufacturers and Traders Trust Co., Chandler, Ariz. Property: Parcel B, Map 2506, Stratford. Amount: $80,000. Filed Feb. 24. Chrisfel Properties LLC, Danbury. Seller: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, N.Y. Property: 90 South St., Bethel. Amount: $212,000. Filed Feb. 27. Deutsche Bank National Trust, Highlands Ranch, Colo. Seller: Anna M. Bounantony, Stratford. Property: 50 Los Angeles Ave., Stratford. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 24. Fairfield County Properties LLC, Trumbull. Seller: Sherry Johnette Lopiano and Robert P. Lopiano, Monroe. Property: 82 Twin Brook Terrace, Monroe. Amount: $124,500. Filed Feb. 22.

Grant Property Group LLC, Prospect. Seller: 425 Grant Street LLC, New Haven. Property: 425 Grant St., Bridgeport. Amount: $5.3 million. Filed Feb. 24.

Wang Property Management LLC, Stratford. Seller: Lin Property Management, Stratford. Property: 60 Ryan Ave., Stratford. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 28.

Caputo, Patrick R., New Milford. Seller: Gregory J. Herrmann, Newtown. Property: 236 Glenbrook Road, Unit 11A, Stamford. Amount: $201,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Grant Property Group LLC, Prospect. Seller: 445 Grant Street LLC, New Haven. Property: 445 Grant St., Bridgeport. Amount: $457,143. Filed Feb. 24.

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Caruso, Carol Toledo and Victor Charles Caruso, Darien. Seller: The GRSW Stewart Real Estate Trust, Darien. Property: Map 2963, Darien. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Feb. 23.

Hancock Homes LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: 1027 Hancock Avenue LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 1027 Hancock Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $275,000. Filed Feb. 24. JGS Winfield LLC, Greenwich. Seller: 9 Winfield Street LLC and 11 Winfield Street LLC, Norwalk. Property: 9 and 11 Winfield St., Norwalk. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 28. Lin Property Management LLC, Flushing, N.Y. Seller: Citimortgage Inc., Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Fallon, Mo. Property: 43 Homecrest Ave., Stratford. Amount: $78,000. Filed Feb. 28. MAKH Properties LLC. Stratford. Seller: Vestina Rankin, Bridgeport. Property: 83 Huntington Turnpike, Bridgeport. Amount: $80,000. Filed Feb. 27.

Alexander, Anna, Westport. Seller: Peter A. Rodaway, Westport. Property: 301 Post Road East, Westport. Amount: $429,000. Filed Feb. 27. Anulewicz, Cole, Stamford. Seller: Samuel Gersten and Ashley Gersten, Norwalk. Property: 13 Ells St., Norwalk. Amount: $530,000. Filed Feb. 28. Ashe, Jason, Monroe. Seller: Stuart K. Smith, Parker, Colo. Property: 10 Cahill Road, Monroe. Amount: $463,900. Filed Feb. 28. Attick, Sharon Muldoon and Kathleen B. Muldoon, Bethel. Seller: Doris M. Maxwell, Bethel. Property: 85C Chestnut St., Bethel. Amount: $102,000. Filed Feb. 27.

Cevasco, Jose L., Bridgeport. Seller: JCW Capital LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 125 Smith St., Bridgeport. Amount: $145,000. Filed Feb. 27. Chin, Vivian and Robert A. Luckey, Greenwich. Seller: Mark Bisanzo, Greenwich. Property: 1465 E. Putnam Ave., Unit 506, Greenwich. Amount: $361,000. Filed Feb. 23. Choi, Jennifer M. and Brun Del Ama, New York, N.Y. Seller: Hector Rosado and Lisa D. Rosado, Danbury. Property: 12 Paulding Terrace, Danbury. Amount: $340,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Atweh, Ursula and Nabil Atweh, Westport. Seller: Melissa J. Letsch and Mark J. Babyak, Fairfield. Property: 2189 Kings Highway, Fairfield. Amount: $375,000. Filed Feb. 24.

Choi, Jennifer M. and Brun Del Ama, New York, N.Y. Seller: Hector Rosado and Lisa D. Rosado, Bethel. Property: 12 Paulding Terrace, Unit 306, Bethel. Amount: $340,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Augustin, Firtznel, Stratford. Seller: Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, D.C. Property: 263 Taft St., Stratford. Amount: $197,800. Filed Feb. 27.

Chuey, Kathleen A. and Steven J. Chuey, Austin, Texas. Seller: Peter Delfino, Berlin. Property: 123 Lords Highway, Weston. Amount: $483,000. Filed Feb. 15.

Pang Property Management LLC, Stratford. Seller: Lin Property Management, Stratford. Property: 45 Homecrest Place, Stratford. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 28.

Bayram, Tulay, Bridgeport. Seller: Taing Enterprises LLC, Shelton. Property: 517 Queen St., Bridgeport. Amount: $138,000. Filed Feb. 27.

Provident Funding Associates LP, Wilton. Seller: Halina K. Hollyway, Wilton. Property: Lot 23, Map 19, Wilton. Amount: $202,052. Filed March 2.

Bellofiore, Juliza, Bridgeport. Seller: Luis Escobar and Piedad Escobar, Bridgeport. Property: 4045 Madison Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $160,000. Filed Feb. 27.

Cobb, Elizabeth D., Weston. Seller: Michael H. Hurwitz and Dorothy Hurwitz, Boynton Beach, Fla. Property: 3200 Park Ave., Unit 10-C-2, Bridgeport. Amount: $110,000. Filed Feb. 28.

SDF Capital LLC, New Rochelle, N.Y. Seller: Donald B. McCausland, Stratford. Property: 553 Birdseye St., Stratford. Amount: $97,500. Filed March 3.

Bernal, Miriam, Bronx, N.Y. Seller: Juan Mejia, Bridgeport. Property: 40 Wilmot Place, Bridgeport. Amount: $640,000. Filed Feb. 28.

Old Hill Elm LLC and Polaris Elm LLC, Westport. Seller: 36-5-15 Properties LLC, Westport. Property: 36 Elm St., Westport. Amount: $4.9 million. Filed Feb. 27.

Sir-9 Mortar Rock LLC, Westport. Seller: John B. Canning and Janet S. Canning, Westport. Property: 9 Mortar Rock, Westport. Amount: $725,000. Filed March 1. STG Holdings LLC, Seller: Lakeview Loan LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. 130 Grove St., Stratford. $133,700. Filed Feb. 27.

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Wang Property Management LLC, Stratford. Seller: Lin Property Management, Stratford. Property: 378 California Ave., Stratford. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 28.

Boger, Suzanne, Norwalk. Seller: Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas. Property: 35 Walter Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $340,000. Filed Feb. 28. Bree, Hilary R., Bethel. Seller: RMS Bethel LLC, Stamford. Property: Unit 316 of Copper Square, Bethel. Amount: $361,433. Filed Feb. 13. Cammarano, Richard, Norwalk. Seller: Wilmington Savings Fund Society, Wilmington, Del. Property: 25 Van Buren Ave., Unit 2, Norwalk. Amount: $105,000. Filed Feb. 27.

Collins, Carolyn Sterling and Michael G. Collins, New York, N.Y. Seller: Duena Morgan and Elizabeth Morgan, Darien. Property: 11 William St., Darien. Amount: $850,000. Filed Feb. 24. Cook, Nancy A., Norwalk. Seller: Paul D. Burner and Mary Gail Burner, Westport. Property: Unit 301 of Rolling Ridge Condominium, Unit 3, Norwalk. Amount: $240,000. Filed March 1. Dao, Michelle and Roberto Crespo Jr., Monroe. Seller: Thomas F. McHughs and Janet L. McHughs, Monroe. Property: 99 Georges Lane, Monroe. Amount: $430,000. Filed Feb. 21. De Souza, Daniel C., Stratford. Seller: The Kalcar Corp., Stratford. Property: 90 Meadowbrook Road, Stratford. Amount: $296,000. Filed Feb. 23.

Dougherty, Pamela M. and Kenneth J. Dougherty, Wilton. Seller: Steven J. Lavalley and Frances E. Lavalley, Wilton. Property: 24 Powder Horn Hill Road, Wilton. Amount: $585,000. Filed March 3. Farkas, Peter, Fairfield. Seller: The Bank of New York Mellon, trustee, Chandler, Ariz. Property: 155 Pond St., Bridgeport. Amount: $57,000. Filed Feb. 24. Farrell, Jaime W. and Daniel J. Farrell, Stratford. Seller: John S. Horoschak, Stratford. Property: 205 Maple St., Stratford. Amount: $287,000. Filed Feb. 27. Federici, Jean Marie and Keianna Wilson, Bridgeport. Seller: ECV Contractors LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 27 Fourth St., Bridgeport. Amount: $175,000. Filed Feb. 27. Feingold, Nicole and James Feingold, Darien. Seller: Jeffrey Williams and Sarah Williams, Raleigh, N.C. Property: Unit 237 of Roton Point Association, Norwalk. Amount: $200,000. Filed March 2. Feirman, Jonathan S., New York, N.Y. Seller: Lars Foss-Skiftesvik, New York, N.Y. Property: 127 Greyrock Place, Unit 1512, Stamford. Amount: $383,500. Filed Feb. 28. Gallary, Sean, Wilton. Seller: David McVey and Vivian McVey, Wilton. Property: Lot 3, Map 5709, Wilton. Amount: $2.9 million. Filed Feb. 21. Gelbfish, Larry J., Brooklyn, N.Y. Seller: Adel Kamel and Wafaa Khalifa, Bethel. Property: 20 Forest Way, Unit 10, Bethel. Amount: $400,000. Filed Feb. 13. Gethard, Larissa, Bronx, N.Y. Seller: Barbara Freedman, Stamford. Property: Unit 275-f of Fairway Commons Condominium, Stamford. Amount: $207,000. Filed Feb. 28. Goethner, Steven A., Stratford. Seller: Lynne Ditman, Woodbridge. Property: 84B Oronoque Village Condominium 11, Stratford. Amount: $175,000. Filed Feb. 28. Gomes, Fabio Pereira, Bridgeport. Seller: Richard R. Tyler, Stratford. Property: 254 Hollister St., Stratford. Amount: $215,000. Filed March 2. Gomez, Joan, Jamaica, N.Y. Seller: East Coast Renovators LLC, Stratford. Property: 151 Soundview Ave., Stratford. Amount: $232,500. Filed Feb. 24. Greenwald, Mitchell O., Fairfield. Seller: 2468 Churchill LLC, Fairfield. Property: 24 Churchill St., Fairfield. Amount: $520,000. Filed Feb. 27.

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Gurgitano, Gabriel, Norwalk. Seller: 2 Fox Run LLC, Bridgeport. Property: Lot 1, Map 4677, Norwalk. Amount: $645,000. Filed Feb. 27. Gwynne, Peter, Washington, D.C. Seller: Paul Torgerson and Lauren Torgerson, Wilton. Property: Parcel 1, Map 3664, Wilton. Amount: $951,600. Filed March 2. Harb, Selma and Mohammed Elbahr, Stamford. Seller: Ryan Rozycki, Norwalk. Property: 15 Naromake Ave., Norwalk. Amount: $520,000. Filed March 1. Heinen, Leslie R. and Christopher R. Heinen, Stamford. Seller: Susan T. Reiter and Robert G. Reiter, Stamford. Property: 191 Thunder Hill Drive, Stamford. Amount: $550,000. Filed Feb. 28. Henry, Jamal, Norfolk. Seller: Sandy Dorismond and Kiely Dorismond, Stratford. Property: 60 Graham St., Stratford. Amount: $217,000. Filed March 1. Hiatt, Joanne D. and Doron Efrat, Danbury. Seller: James Stoker and Valerie Stoker, Rothbury, U.K. Property: 115 Putnam Park Road, Bethel. Amount: $500,000. Filed Feb. 22. Hidalgo, Luis O. Rivera, Bridgeport. Seller: Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, D.C. Property: 98 Anson St., Bridgeport. Amount: $125,000. Filed Feb. 28. Himmelfarb, Jacqueline M. and Steven J. Himmelfarb, Newtown. Seller: Toll Connecticut II LP, Danbury. Property: 12 Great Hill Drive, Unit 100, Bethel. Amount: $475,000. Filed Feb. 27. Holdner, Elizabeth M. and Keith Neidiq, Elmsford, N.Y. Seller: Charles Robert Merrifield III and Erin Merrifield, Newtown. Property: 18 Twist Hill Lane, Newtown. Amount: $390,000. Filed March 1. Horowitz, Anna and Jared Horowitz, Greenwich. Seller: 12 Lakeview LLC, Greenwich. Property: 12 Lakeview Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $3 million. Filed Feb. 23. Jacobs, Jennifer, Bethel. Seller: Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas. Property: 20 Chipmunk Terrace, Building 3, Unit 11, Bethel. Amount: $139,900. Filed Feb. 27. Katz-Johnson, Nancy, Trumbull. Seller: Richard S. Warren, Monroe. Property: 15 Sleepy Hollow Drive, Monroe. Amount: $384,000. Filed Feb. 21.

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FACTS & FIGURES Kipsza, Rafal and Joanna M. Horodyska, Redding. Seller: August Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Aureli and Roseann D. Aureli, New York, N.Y. Property: 736 Redding Road, Redding. Amount: $465,000. Filed Feb. 23. Kizanga, Jazz, Bridgeport. Seller: Jorge Guaman, Danbury. Property: 26-28 Pennsylvania Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $240,000. Filed Feb. 21. Klymyk, Olga, Stamford. Seller: Luis Montesano, Wyoming, Del. Property: 143 Columbus Place, Unit 2, Stamford. Amount: $145,000. Filed Feb. 27. Kohn, Wendy and Steven A. Kohn, Fairfield. Seller: Cathleen A. Ryan, Fairfield. Property: Unit 66 of Woodfield Village Condominium, Fairfield. Amount: $330,000. Filed Feb. 24. Krishnamurthy, Shalini and Arvind Ananthraman, Stamford. Seller: Darren E. Blasko and Emily N. Blasko, Darien. Property: Lot 5, Map 3440, Darien. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed Feb. 24. Labella, Theresa M. and Todd J. Lyons, Norwalk. Seller: James J. Hardiman and Janine M. Hardiman, Norwalk. Property: Lots 83 and 84, Map of Fairfield Terrace, Norwalk. Amount: $364,000. Filed Feb. 27. Long, Huifang and Xiaouong Fu, Westport. Seller: Han Ron Siah and Yuan Tian, Westport. Property: 6 The Glen, Westport. Amount: $819,000. Filed Feb. 24. Weverbergh, Mary Ann and Louis M. Weverbergh, Westport. Seller: Louis M. Weverbergh and Mary Ann Weaverbergh, Westport. Property: 13 Clover Lane, Westport. For no consideration paid. Filed Feb. 24. Williams, Sheila, Stratford. Seller: Ellen M. Angeski, Shelton. Property: 65 Goldbach Drive, Stratford. Amount: $287,370. Filed Feb. 28. Wirth-Lobbe, Kellie A., Bethel. Seller: Edward B. Roloff, Bethel. Property: 32 Nature View Trail, Unit 4, Bethel. Amount: $75,360. Filed Feb. 13.

Javier, Rosendo, et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, N.Y. Property: 115 Fourth St., Stamford. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 28. Knapp, Sylvia D., et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 3143 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 27. Krynski, Dariusz, et al. Creditor: Specialized Loan Servicing LLC. Property: 49 W. Maiden Lane, Monroe. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 27. Mrowka, Amanda, et al. Creditor: PNC Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 235 McKinley Ave., Stratford. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 24. Mtag Services LLC, et al. Creditor: Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 179 Railroad Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed March 1. Noonan Jr., Raymond, et al. Creditor: Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 164-170 Brooks St., Bridgeport. Foreclosure of tax liens. Filed Feb. 24. Noyes, Percival, et al. Creditor: Bank of America NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 78-82 Smith St., Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed Feb. 24. Perez, Victor, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 1470 Wood Ave., Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed Feb. 24. Rahaman, Salim R., et al. Creditor: Bank of America NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 818-822 Noble Ave., Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed Feb. 24. Ramos, Oscar A., et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, N.Y. Property: 14 Linden Place, Stamford. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 21.

Allen Construction, et al., Monroe. $269,906 in favor of Patriot Bank, Stamford, by Diserio, Martin, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor & Castiglioni, Stamford. Property: Lot 1, Map 1055, Monroe. Filed Feb. 27.

Killian, John, New Fairfield. $1,357 in favor of Western Connecticut Medical Group, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 3 Woody Lane, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24.

Alonzo, Marianna and Wilfrido Alonzo, Norwalk. $270 in favor of Urgent Care Center LLP, North Haven, by Eric H. Opin, Milford. Property: 10 Novak St., Norwalk. Filed Feb. 22.

Kossuth Street Bridgeport LLC, Bridgeport. $3,096 in favor of MidTown Auto Body Inc., Bridgeport, by Taylor & Fedor LLC, Westport. Property: 425 Kossuth St., Bridgeport. Filed Feb. 24.

Belcher Jr., Earl, Bethel. $12,931 in favor of Bank of America NA, Denver, Colo., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 24 Fox Den Road, Bethel. Filed Feb. 15. Bernadel, Yves, Norwalk. $2,751 in favor of Cach LLC, Denver, Colo., by J.A. Cambece Law Firm PC, Beverly, Mass. Property: 3 Geneva Road, Norwalk. Filed Feb. 27. Betolatti, James J., New Fairfield. $1,937 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 14 Newfane Road, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Body, Susan N., Newtown. $24,096 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 11 Sugar St., Newtown. Filed Feb. 24. Depalmer, Patsy, Fairfield. $10,501 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by London & London, Newington. Property: 151 Lakeview Drive, Fairfield. Filed Feb. 23. Engstrom, Jan I., Fairfield. $6,558 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 169 Rock Major Road, Fairfield. Filed Feb. 23. Fogarty, Gerald P., Easton. $22,152 in favor of Bank of America NA, Denver, Colo., by the Law Offices of Howard Lee Schiff PC, East Hartford. Property: 18 Chester Road, Easton. Filed Feb. 27.

Reyes Jr., Samuel, et al. Creditor: New Penn Financial LLC, Greenville, S.C. Property: 59 Wiebe Ave., Stratford. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 24.

Glasgow, Rayborn, New Fairfield. $2,399 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 8 Possum Drive, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24.

Yallop, Barbara A. and Martin B. Yallop, Norwalk. Seller: David Sealy and Sarah Sealy, Darien. Property: 15 Pine Point Road, Unit 100, Norwalk. Amount: $100,000. Filed March 1.

Sennello, Frederick J., et al. Creditor: Ditech Financial LLC, Irvine, Calif. Property: 89 Carnegie Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed March 1.

Glasgow, Rayborn, New Fairfield. $495 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 8 Possum Drive, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24.

FORECLOSURES

Skow, Ilona M., et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 349 East Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 23.

Gray, Denise N., et al., Bridgeport. $3,456 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, N.Y., by London & London, Newington. Property: 311 Red Oak Road, Bridgeport. Filed March 7.

JUDGMENTS

Griffin, Lori, Newtown. $519 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 8 Windy Woods Circle, Newtown. Filed March 9.

214 Greenwood LLC, et al. Creditor: George Tremblay, et al. Property: 212, 214 and 216 Greenwood Ave., Bethel. Mortgage default. Filed Feb. 14.

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McCormack, John, New Fairfield. $632 in favor of Western Connecticut Medical Group, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 11 Beaver Bog Road, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Millennium Limousine Service LLC, et al., Norwalk. $48,966 in favor of HIBU Inc., King of Prussia, Pa., by Thomas L. Kanasky Jr., Property: Lot B, Map 10770, Norwalk. Filed Feb. 21. Miller, Elissa M., Monroe. $2,175 in favor of Cach LLC, Denver, Colo., by J.A. Cambece Law Firm PC, Beverly, Mass. Property: 812 Reef Road, Monroe. Filed March 1. Morelli, Rhonda and John Morelli, New Fairfield. $473 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 2 Forest Hills Drive, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Morelli, Rhonda, New Fairfield. $518 in favor of Western Connecticut Medical Group, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 2 Forest Hills Drive, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Morgan, Margaret R. and Patrick J. Morgan, Norwalk. $17,819 in favor of Title Resources Guaranty Go., Dallas, Texas, by Robert J. Piscitelli, Avon. Property: 230 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk. Filed Feb. 23. Nieves, Maribel, Stratford. $876 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by Schreiber/Cohen LLC, Salem, N.H. Property: 194 Klondike St., Stratford. Filed March 3. Osello, Eduardo, Monroe. $657 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by London & London, Newington. Property: 26 Old Fish House Road, Monroe. Filed Feb. 23. Raines, Kelli, New Fairfield. $1,811 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 8 Oak St., New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Rice, Meghan Elizabeth, Newtown. $4,880 in favor of Western Connecticut Health Network, Bethel, by V. Michael Simko Jr., Shelton. Property: 1 Schoolhouse Hill Road, Newtown. Filed Feb. 24.

Rodriguez, Miriam, New Fairfield. $2,763 in favor of Danbury Hospital, Danbury, by Flanagan & Peat, Danbury. Property: 1A Ball Pond Road, New Fairfield. Filed Feb. 24. Sawyer, Lynn A., Norwalk. $3,211 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 168 N. Taylor Ave., Norwalk. Filed Feb. 24. Spielman, Mary, Norwalk. $898 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by London & London, Newington. Property: 14 Mola Road, Norwalk. Filed Feb. 24. Zicarelli, Susan M., Greenwich. $18,284 in favor of American Express Centurion Bank, New York, N.Y., by Mark Sank & Associates LLC, Stamford. Property: 209 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk. Filed Feb. 27.

LEASES Cantina Hospitality LLC, by William Georgas. Landlord: G&G Real Estate Investments Bridgeport LLC, West Hartford. Property: 487-489 and 493-502 North Ave., Bridgeport. Term: Five years, commenced Feb. 22, 2017. Filed Feb. 27. Hatchett, Dawn, by self. Landlord: Stonybrook Gardens Cooperative Inc., Stratford. Property: 49 Underwood Court, Stratford. Term: Three years, commenced Feb. 28, 2017. Filed March 2.

LIENS FEDERAL TAX LIENS-FILED Brown, Ann and George Brown, 155A Boggs Hill Road, Newtown. $14,252, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Callahan, Francis E., P.O. Box 385, Stratford. $20,143, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Charles, Denise R. and Jean A. Charles, 378 Anton Drive, Bridgeport. $20,757, a tax debt on income earned. Filed March 2. Clifton-Jones, C. and Craig Jones, 9 Shipway Road, Darien. $55,906, a tax debt on income earned. Filed March 7. Deramo, Philip E., 35 Wellingworth Drive, Fairfield. $34,599, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 23. Doucette, Gillian R., 111 Prospect St., Apt. 501, Stamford. $29,692, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28.

Espina, Alvaro H., 36 Wilson St., Apt. 2, Stamford. $3,154, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 22. Fitzpatrick, Bruce W., 50 North St., Apt. 202, Stamford. $135,127, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 22. Grano, Richard A., 19 Drum Hill Road, Wilton. $33,237, failure to collect or pay tax penalty. Filed Feb. 27. Grano, Richard A., 19 Drum Hill Road, Wilton. $24,892, failure to collect or pay tax penalty. Filed Feb. 27. High Ridge Agency, 266 High Ridge Road, Stamford. $12,514, quarterly payroll taxes and payroll taxes. Filed Feb. 22. Holden, Susan R. and William W. Holden, 3 Cottage Lane, Westport. $28,377, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Holt, Mary and Robert W. Levengood, 96 Cold Spring Road, Stamford. $4,999, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 22. J&J Fence Service, 43 Dale St., Stamford. $19,143, quarterly payroll taxes and payroll taxes. Filed Feb. 22. Lowrance, Cynthia and Richard A. Grano, 19 Drum Hill Road, Wilton. $42,241, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Meterlitsa, Gregory, 50 Glenbrook Road, Apt. 7H, Stamford. $51,909, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Perez, Ester, 2475 Summer St., Apt. 2C, Stamford. $38,510, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Raposo Construction LLC, 20 Cherry Lane, Wilton. $5,800, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Feb. 27. Reyad, David S., 133 Main St., Norwalk. $251,027, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Sleeva, Marcela P. and Mark J. Sleeva, 10 Tranquility Drive, Easton. $57,108, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Thorkilsen, Erin K., 225 Compo Road South, Westport. $32,825, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Tweedy, Joan L., 50 Ledge Road, Apt. 129, Darien. $369,041, gift tax return. Filed March 7.

FACTS & FIGURES FEDERAL TAX LIENS-RELEASED

McIntyre, Janine E., 29 Greenbriar Lane, Newtown. $8,511, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21.

Beitel, Raub, 5 Hattertown Road, Newtown. $19,175, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21.

Miranda, Bruce, 408 Charles St., Apt. 12, Bridgeport. $3,162, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28.

Beverage Express Inc., 1337 Main St., Stratford. $13,969, corporate income taxes. Filed Feb. 27.

Pfieffer, Carin A. and Joseph E. Schott, P.O. Box 443, Fairfield. $16,633, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28.

Brodbeck, Barbara P. and Albert B. Brodbeck, 56 Dundee Road, Stamford. $91,869, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Connell, Barry, 29 Benedict Road, Bethel. $114,770, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Connell, Barry, 29 Benedict Road, Bethel. $47,379, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Don Carmelos Mexican Grill & Tequila Bar LLC, 7 Winfield St., Norwalk. $11,849, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed Feb. 21. Evans, Richard S., P.O. Box 55371, Bridgeport. $19,923, a tax debt on income earned. Filed March 2. Feinberg, Robin and Marvin Feinberg, 3 Viking Green, Westport. $15,581, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. Geremek, Tomasz, 16 Heathcote Road, Norwalk. $13,096, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Harris, Carroll R. and Charles S. Harris, 74 Newtown Ave., Norwalk. $26,075, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Janice, Russell D., 14 Bedford Ave., Apt. 2-9, Norwalk. $20,611, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Keane, Charles W., 358 Alma Drive, Fairfield. $9,299, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Kelley, Julie and Bryan Kelley, 3 Timber Lane, Darien. $370,989, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Kelley, Julie and Bryan Kelley, 3 Timber Lane, Darien. $302,134, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Kokias, Maria, 120 Grassy Plain St., Bethel. $36,317, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Levitt, John A., P.O. Box 7006, Wilton. $22,667, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 27. McIntyre, Janine E., 29 Greenbriar Lane, Newtown. $45,164, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21.

Renovales, Edgar, 548 Erskine Road, Stamford. $178,047, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Robles, Gyny E. and Zenobio Huber, 16 Chatham Drive, Norwalk. $23,193, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 21. Schenkman, Carol D. and Peter Schenkeman, 12 Fleetwood Ave., Apt. A, Bethel. $39,596, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 13. Senkowicz, Steven J., 720 Woodend Road, Stratford. $94,165, civil proceeding tax. Filed Feb. 27. Stevenson, Jacinth S., 1959 North Ave., Darien. $51,855, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 28. Sudvoy, Victor J., 32 Suburban Ave., Bridgeport. $24,319, a tax debt on income earned. Filed March 2. Villacis, Gabriela and Daniel A. Villacis, 10 Cummings Ave., Stamford. $33,997, a tax debt on income earned. Filed Feb. 22.

MECHANIC’S LIENS-FILED Berkeley Holdings LLC, Norwalk. Filed by Northeast Mesa LLC, Carmel, N.Y., by Giulio Burra. Property: 500 West Ave. and 18 Lynes Place, Norwalk. Amount: $26,471. Filed Feb. 27. Country Realty Co., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Released by Probuild Company LLC, Greenwich, by Mark Lefsyk. Property: 181-211 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $15,612. Filed Feb. 24. Div Riverside Loan LLC, et al., Westport. Filed by Structure Builds LLC, North Haven, by Heidi Fasano. Property: 325 Riverside Ave., Westport. Amount: $101,275. Filed Feb. 22. Doonan, Philomena and Kevin Doonan, Stamford. Filed by Carpentry Unlimited Inc., Stamford, by Douglas Alderman. Property: 580 RockRimmon Road, Stamford. Amount: $200,310. Filed Feb. 24. Kahn, Betsy P. and Daniel E. Kahn, Westport. Filed by Master Services Home Improvement LLC, Stamford, by Juan Garcia. Property: 7 Norwalk Ave., Westport. Amount: $22,918. Filed Feb. 27.

Natt, Beth and Jeffrey Borofsky, Easton. Filed by Easton Landscaping LLC, Easton, by Gary P. Dawid. Property: 220 Maple Road, Easton. Amount: $2,636. Filed Feb. 27. Owles Construction LLC, Greenwich. Released by Czeslaw Laskowski, Stamford, by Czeslaw Laskowski. Property: 234 Riverside Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $22,100. Filed Feb. 24. Parrino, Thomas, Danbury. Filed by Jahve Roofing & Siding LLC, Danbury, by Nelson Sanchez. Property: Lot 3, Map 4703, Danbury. Amount: $12,031. Filed Feb. 23. The Country Club of Darien Inc., Darien. Filed by James Farrell Construction LLC, Darien, by James Farrell. Property: 300 Mansfield Ave., Darien. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed Feb. 25.

MECHANIC’S LIENSRELEASED 130 Penn LLC, Trumbull. Released by Absolute Tank Removal LLC, Milford, by Richard A. LoRicco Jr. Property: 130 Pennsylvania Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $1,900. Filed Feb. 24.

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Becker, Jill D., et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Bank of America NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 515 Fairfield Ave., Unit C, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $156,650, dated December 2008. Filed Feb. 27.

DePalma, Jason N., et al., Norwalk. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Washington, D.C. Property: 15 Saint John St., Norwalk. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $225,750, dated December 2002. Filed Feb. 22.

Malick, Aby Hashem, Fairfield. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 4405 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $417,000, dated June 2007. Filed Feb. 23.

Birney, Timothy J., Weston. Filed by Benanti & Associates, Stamford, for People’s United Bank, Bridgeport. Property: 108 Old Easton Turnpike, Weston. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $848,000, dated March 2006. Filed Feb. 24.

Dougherty, Esquire, James B., et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Reverse Mortgage Solutions Inc., Spring, Texas. Property: 76 Robin Hood Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $780,000, dated April 2015. Filed Feb. 28.

Manos, Clare L. and Nicholas Manos, et al., Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for the Stamford Water Pollution Control Authority, Stamford. Property: 26 Webster Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Feb. 21.

Eleuterio, Rivera, et al., Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 250 Ludlow St., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $332,000, dated July 2005. Filed Feb. 22.

McClary, Barbara, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for MB Financial Bank NA. Property: 200 Greystone Road, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $270,655, dated August 2014. Filed Feb. 28.

Escoffery, Alberto, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Caliber Home Loans Inc. Property: 518 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $381,036, dated April 2016. Filed Feb. 27.

McLeod, Kenisha, et al., Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for the Stamford Water Pollution Control Authority, Stamford. Property: 381 Eden Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Feb. 21.

Calcano, Gladys, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 4 Shady Lane, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $591,000, dated August 2006. Filed Feb. 27. Celis, Waldo, et al., Stamford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for M&T Bank NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 29 Woodland Place, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $430,000, dated August 2006. Filed Feb. 24.

Abraham, Georgekutty, et al., Monroe. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 52 Williams Road, Monroe. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $187,500, dated July 1995. Filed Feb. 22.

Cisero Jr., Ronald J., et al., Newtown. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 50 Berkshire Road, Newtown. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $316,400, dated June 2005. Filed Feb. 27.

Acosta, Blanca, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Citimortgage Inc., O’Fallon, Mo. Property: 125 Prospect St., Unit 1A, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $217,000, dated February 2008. Filed Feb. 23.

Clough, Nyisha M., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 800 Seaview Ave., Unit 770-5, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $202,268, dated April 2010. Filed Feb. 23.

Alvarez, Annie M., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Hunt, Leibert & Jacobsen PC, Hartford, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Washington, D.C. Property: 294 Seaver Circle, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $231,500, dated February 2010. Filed Feb. 23.

Conte, Tracy D., et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Citimortgage Inc., O’Fallon, Mo. Property: 169 Quarry Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $950,000, dated November 2006. Filed Feb. 23.

Anderson, Pamela E., Darien. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for M&T Bank NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 175 Old Kings Highway, Darien. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $500,000, dated April 2008. Filed Feb. 28.

DeMosthene, Barbara, et al., Stamford. Filed by Gerald S. Knopf, Stamford, for The Village At River’s Edge Association Inc., Stamford. Property: Home Site 9N in The Village At River’s Edge, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Feb. 22.

Faillace, Adam, et al., Weston. Filed by Benanti & Associates, Stamford, for People’s United Bank, Bridgeport. Property: 27 and 29 Davis Hill Road, Weston. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $470,000, dated March 2011. Filed Feb. 24. Ferguson, Matthew, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 35 W. Broad St., Unit 101, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $380,960, dated February 2006. Filed Feb. 22. Lashkari, Homayoun, et al., Stamford. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 56 Four Brooks Road, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $582,400, dated June 2007. Filed Feb. 23. Mab Partners, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Melvin A. Simon, Hartford, for United Bank, U.K. Property: 255257 Poplar St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $150,000, dated June 2010. Filed Feb. 23.

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Michelson, David S., et al., Stamford. Filed by Ackerly & Ward, Stamford, for the Stamford Water Pollution Control Authority, Stamford. Property: 11 Strawberry Patch Lane, Stamford. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the premises. Filed Feb. 27. Mills, Richard H., et al., Bethel. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 16 Bethpage Drive, Bethel. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $283,936, dated July 2011. Filed Feb. 24. Moniz, Jennifer, et al., Monroe. Filed by Glass & Braus, Fairfield, for Wilmington Trust Co., Wilmington, Del. Property: 69 Walnut St., Monroe. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $352,000, dated October 2007., Filed Feb. 22. Navarro, Luz, et al., Fairfield. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for The Bank of New York Mellon, trustee, New York, N.Y. Property: 23 Eastfield Drive, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $776,000, dated July 2006. Filed Feb. 28.

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FACTS & FIGURES Olmstead, Jenson, et al., Newtown. Filed by Jones, Damia, Kaufman, et al., Danbury, for Newtown Savings Bank, Newtown. Property: 46 Bottsford Hill Road, Newtown. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $210,000, dated August 2012. Filed Feb. 28. Ortiz, Jesus, et al., Stratford. Filed by McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for The Bank of New York Mellon, trustee, New York, N.Y. Property: 265 Bruce Ave., Stratford. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $147,750, dated March 2006. Filed Feb. 21. Owusu, Grace, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bender, Anderson and Barba PC, North Haven, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Washington, D.C. Property: 1110 State St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $189,900, dated April 2008. Filed Feb. 23. Palazini, Christopher J., et al., Fairfield. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 129 York Road, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $472,000, dated August 2005. Filed Feb. 24. Pereira, Karina Cibeli, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: 340 Summit St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $153,600, dated June 2005. Filed Feb. 27.

MORTGAGES 10 Davenport Ridge Road LLC, Stamford, by Joseph Altamura. Lender: First County Bank, Stamford. Property: 10 Davenport Ridge Road, Stamford. Amount: $731,000. Filed Feb. 22. 101 Boston Avenue LLC, Bridgeport, by Kristine E. Heslin. Lender: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 101 and 111 Boston Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $2 million. Filed Feb. 27. 169 South Main Street LLC, Norwalk, by Thomas Czako. Lender: First County Bank, Stamford. Property: 169 S. Main St., Norwalk. Amount: $980,000. Filed Feb. 24. 225 Greenwich Avenue LLC, Stamford, by George J. Rozsa. Lender: Town of Greenwich. Property: 225 Greenwich Ave., Stamford. Amount: $400,000. Filed Feb. 27.

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31 Nimitz Place LLC, Greenwich, by Ante Sucic. Lender: First Bank of Greenwich, Greenwich. Property: Lot 224, Map 2701, Greenwich. Amount: $300,000. Filed Feb. 24. 343 Good Hill Road LLC, Weston, by Steven Chila. Lender: Fairfield County Bank, Ridgefield. Property: 343 Good Hill Road, Weston. Amount: $322,500. Filed March 1. 88 Staples Road LLC, by Robert N. Nicola. Lender: DRN Capital LLC, Easton. Property: 88 Staples Road, Easton. Amount: $60,000. Filed Feb. 27. Byfield Lane LLC, Greenwich, by Greg Silver. Lender: First Boston Construction Holdings LLC, Quincy, Mass. Property: 49 Byfield Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $200,000. Filed Feb. 24. C Street LLC, Wilton, by Plush Kumar. Lender: People’s United Bank NA, Bridgeport. Property: 404-408 Charles St., Bridgeport. Amount: $1 million. Filed March 1. Chacha Roofing Company LLC, Bridgeport, by Jarlin Chacha. Lender: MJO Apartments LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 89 Allen St., Stratford. Amount: $80,000. Filed Feb. 24. Easton Racquet Club Inc., Easton, by Gabrielle Egger. Lender: Newtown Savings Bank, Newtown. Property: 36 Wimbledon Lane, Easton. Amount: $430,000. Filed Feb. 27. JGS Winfield LLC, by Luis Solis. Lender: First County Bank, Stamford. Property: 7, 9 and 11 Winfield St., Norwalk. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed Feb. 28. K Wells Street LLC, Fairfield, by Robert M. Kligerman. Lender: Sabal Capital II LLC, Pasadena, Calif. Property: Charles and Wells streets, Bridgeport. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed Feb. 27. Old Hill Elm LLC and Polaris Elm LLC, Westport, by Andrew Jones. Lender: 36-5-15 Properties LLC, Westport. Property: 36 Elm St., Westport. Amount: $2 million. Filed Feb. 27. Patriot Sha Reservoir LLC, Newport Beach, Calif., by Virginia Lee Paul. Lender: Benefit Street Partners CRE Finance LLC, New York, N.Y. Property: 656 Reservoir Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $13.8 million. Filed March 2. STG Holdings LLC, by Stacey Kosarka. Lender: Pinnacle Financial Services LLC, East Windsor. Property: 130 Grove St., Stratford. Amount: $132,000. Filed Feb. 27.

West Avenue Partners LLC, Bridgeport, by Elizabeth Torres. Lender: Department of Housing, Hartford. Property: 273-301 West Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $260,000. Filed March 1.

NEW BUSINESSES 54 Management LLC, 332 Wells St., Apt. 101, Bridgeport 06606, c/o Arlan Moss and Eurjay Graham. Filed Feb. 28. Admissions Checkup, 73 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton 06897, c/o Stephanie Klein Wassink. Filed Feb. 27. Affordable Pet Sitter, 12 Barbara Drive, Norwalk 06851, c/o Chandni Bechar. Filed Feb. 24. Angel’s Consignment, 555 Center St., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Maria De Los Angeles Galan. Filed March 1. Brasa, 1439 Madison Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Jose Paulo Roxo and Maria C. Roxo. Filed Feb. 27. Bridgeport Community Festival, 336 Bradley St., Second floor, Bridgeport 06610, c/o Michelle L. Brooks. Filed March 1. Bridgewater Referral Group LLC, 6020 Main St., Stratford 06614, c/o David Dausilio. Filed Feb. 23. C&N Cleaning Services, 1285 Norman St., Bridgeport 06604, c/o Caroline Santos. Filed Feb. 28. Combinex Fitness, 21 Ledge Ave., New Canaan 06840, c/o Rebecca Kimball. Filed March 2. Covert Desicas, 58A Heritage Hills, Wilton 06897, c/o Gwendolyn Covert. Filed Feb. 21. Connecticut Home Improvements LLC, 1 Yale St., Norwalk 06851, c/o Salvador Argueta. Filed Feb. 21. Daniel Enterprise LLC, 68 Hanover, Bridgeport 06606, c/o Daniel Pelaez. Filed March 1. David Alan Designs, 495 Post Road East, Westport 06880, c/o David Gonazles. Filed Feb. 27. El Peron Mexican Restaurant, 227 Main St., Norwalk 06851, c/o Olivia Contreras. Filed Feb. 21. El Savor Puer to Ricque No, 420 E. Main St., Bridgeport 06608, c/o Holger Cayabme. Filed March 2. Fit-Homes, 30 Ferry Blvd., Apt. 2, Stratford 06615, c/o Stephen Eaton Jr. Filed Feb. 27.

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FTH Industries LLC, 6 Vining Road, Bethel 06801, c/o Peter E. Weissmann. Filed Feb. 21. Gayou USA International LLC, 36 Bettswood Road, Norwalk 06851, c/o Edward C. Meyer. Filed Feb. 23. Gifted Hands Boxing Association, 14 Lakeside Drive, Bridgeport 06606, c/o Carol Goss and Joseph Goss. Filed Feb. 28. Gloss Beauty Salon LLC, 264 Pequonnock St., Bridgeport 06604, c/o Claudia Correa. Filed Feb. 28.

Rallye For Pancreatic Cancer LLC, 49 Cove Ave., Norwalk 06855, c/o Mark C. Schlegel and Pauline M. Schlegel. Filed Feb. 21. RHK Capital, 276 Post Road, Westport 06880, c/o Advisory Group Equity Services Ltd. Filed Feb. 24. Sarah Kish Photography, 304 Main Ave., Unit 358, Norwalk 06851, c/o Rackson Technology Solutions LLC. Filed Feb. 27. Saugatuck Fabrics, 47 Saugatuck Ave., Westport 06880, c/o Leonora Silber. Filed March 1.

Gorgeous By Glamorous, 938 E. Main St., Bridgeport 06607, c/o Marlene Correa and Valeria Chavez. Filed Feb. 27.

Slinky’s Painting, 39 Ganella Road, Bethel 06801, c/o Carleton J. Slink. Filed Feb. 21.

Greybeard Prints In 3D, P.O. Box 558, Bethel 06801, c/o William C. Waggoner. Filed Feb. 15.

Sound Shore Innovations LLC, 50 Noroton Ave., Darien 06820, c/o Brown Dog Fancy. Filed Feb. 22.

Hunter Refuse and Recycling, 642 Platt St., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Sterlen Hunter. Filed March 1.

Stonybrook Remodeling, 334 Stonebrook Road, Stratford 06614, c/o Jose Cortes. Filed Feb. 24.

Island Family Cleaning Services LLC, 745 Platt St., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Tracey Joseph. Filed Feb. 27.

Stretch Out Studios, 132B Water St., Norwalk 06854, c/o Geoff Schneider. Filed March 1.

Juice Press, 72 Heights Road, Darien 06820, c/o Juice Press LLC. Filed Feb. 23.

Tacos Cotija, 20 Pulaski St., Norwalk 06851, c/o Guadalupe Valencia. Filed March 1.

L.I.V.E. Empowerment Group LLC, 124 Ocean Ave., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Kerry Ann Pinnock. Filed March 2.

TD Junk Removal, 688 Old Town Road, Trumbull 06611, c/o Thomas D. Sparan Jr. Filed Feb. 24.

L.T. Contractor LLC, 11 Wilton Ave., Norwalk 06851, c/o Luis M. Torrealba. Filed Feb. 23. Lala Cleaning Services LLC, 113 Milne St., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Eulalia Barbosa. Filed Feb. 28. Lucky Lucky Nail Spa, 456 Main Ave., Norwalk 06851, c/o Xui Hong Wei. Filed March 1. Manny Mesa Art Salon, 515 West Ave., Norwalk 06850, c/o Manuel R. Mesa. Filed Feb. 24. Norwalk’s Own, 2 Belden Ave., Norwalk 06852, c/o Brandon S. Simmons. Filed Feb. 24. Otter Tots Play and Learn, 11 Carol Drive, Norwalk 06851, c/o Patricia K. Terpstra. Filed Feb. 27. Radezigns, 5 Meadow Lane, Bethel 06801, c/o Raffaela Arcamone. Filed Feb. 27. Rafer Painting LLC, 200 Hooken Road, Bridgeport 06610, c/o Fernando A. Mauricio Cortez. Filed Feb. 28.

The Athlete’s Source of Bethel, 83 Stony Hill Road, Suite 105, Bethel 06801, c/o Brian G. Maciel. Filed Feb. 16. The Blossom Co., 676 Laurel Road, New Canaan 06840, c/o Katherine Brickley, Anne Brickley and Caroline Brickley, Filed March 8. The Settlers Kitchen Company LLC, 8 Bauerz Place, Westport 06880, c/o Lindsey G. Noble. Filed March 1. Wheel Fix It, 5 Nash Place, Norwalk 06854, c/o Michael Rivera and Nino Mazagarley Des. Filed Feb. 27. Yankess Barber, 346 Main St., Bridgeport 06604, c/o Erick Agvillon. Filed March 1.

PATENTS Dampening fluid for digital lithographic printing. Patent no. 9,592,699 issued to Timothy D. Stowe, Alameda, Calif.; Eric Peeters, Fremont, Calif.; and Chu-Heng Liu, Penfield, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk.

Floating on stack compiling and registration clamp system. Patent no. 9,592,988 issued to Douglas K. Herrmann. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. High-speed multibin card collation system. Patent no. 9,592,989 issued to Douglas K. Herrmann, Webster, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Human identity verification via automated analysis of facial action coding system features. Patent no. 9,594,949 issued to Matthew Adam Shreve, Webster, N.Y.; Jayant Kumar, Webster, N.Y.; Qun Li, Webster, N.Y.; Edgar A. Bernal, Webster, N.Y; and Raja Bala, Pittsford, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Imaging member for offset printing applications. Patent no. 9,592,698 issued to David J. Gervasi, Pittsford, N.Y.; Mandakini Kanungo, Penfield, N.Y.; Maryna Ornatska, Hightstown, N.J.; Santokh S. Badesha, Pittsford, N.Y.; and Matthew M. Kelly, West Henrietta, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Management of data replication and storage apparatuses, methods and systems. Patent no. 9,594,636 issued to Spencer Mortensen, Norwalk; and Justin Giacobbi, Norwalk. Assigned to Datto Inc., Norwalk. Simplified resistance-based belt inspection. Patent no. 9,599,582 issued to Richard N. Fargo, Plainville; and Peter Liaskas, Norwalk. Assigned to Otis Elevator Co., Farmington. System architecture for printhead cleaning using mobile maintenance cars. Patent no. 9,597,840 issued to Jeffrey J. Bradway, Rochester; and Matthew D. Savoy, Webster. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. System for adjusting operation of a printer during three-dimensional object printing to compensate for errors in object formation. Patent no. 9,597,839 issued to Dara N. Lubin, Pittsford, N.Y.; John T. Buzzelli, Walworth, N.Y.; Rob E. Dufort, Rochester, N.Y.; Kevin St. Martin, Rochester, N.Y.; and David B. Montfort, Webster, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Systems and method for facilitating mimic-driven operations in digital imaging devices. Patent no. 9,594,531 issued to David C. Robinson, Penfield, N.Y.; Nagarajan Narasimhan, Torrance, Calif.; and Raju Seetharam, Pittsford, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk.

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LEGAL NOTICES Local Employees Tax and Accounting Service Letas, LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ SSNY 1/11/17. Office in Westchester Co. SSNY designated for service of process and shall mail to: Corp Filings of NY, 90 State St, Ste 700 Office 40, Albany NY 12207. Purpose: Any lawful activity #60981 Notice of Formation of Apex Caretaking Services, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/9/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Frank Antonucci, 26 Wood Creek Road, New Milford, CT 06776. Purpose: any lawful activity. #60982 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF: YouCreate LLC ART OF ORG. filed with SSNY on 2/13/17. Office in Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 25 Caruso Pl, Armonk, NY 10504. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #60983 Lowerre Place LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/15/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 6 Sickles Ave., Ste. 206, New Rochelle, NY 10801. General Purpose #60984 Notice of Formation of Marlin Ventures, LLC Articles Of Org. Filed with SSNY on 1/19/17. The County within this state in which the limited liability company is to be located is Westchester. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Rental real estate #60986 Notice of Formation of Marlin Ventures 1, LLC Articles Of Org. Filed with SSNY on 1/31/17. The County within this state in which the limited liability company is to be located is Westchester. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc., 7014 13th Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: Rental real estate #60987 43 Ridge LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/19/16. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 5600A Broadway, Bronx, NY 10463. General Purpose. #60988 Matlee Advisors LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/17/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Marc Sheinbaum, 24 Deerfield Rd., Chappaqua, NY 10514. General Purpose. #60989

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TOPHER HORN LLC. Art. of Org. filed w/ SSNY 2/17/17. Office in Westchester Co. SSNY designated for service of process and shall mail to: 950 Main St #3, Peekskill, NY 10566. Purpose: Any lawful activity #60990 Notice of Formation of Blue & May LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 2/7/17. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNYdesig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall may process to principal business location: 40 Old Lancaster rd, Sudbury, MA 01776. Purpose: any lawful activity #60991 Notice of Formation of D2BD Dare To Be Different, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 8/12/16. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to D2BD Dare To Be Different 40 E. Sidney Avenue Unit 14B, Mount Vernon, NY, 10550. Purpose: any lawful act or activity #60992 Notice of Formation of Premier Dog Walking of Pelham LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 11/02/16. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 511 Stellar Avenue Pelham, NY 10803. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #60993 Notice of Formation of INTEGRATED NUTRITION OF MOUNT KISCO PLLC, a domestic limited liability company. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/25/15. NY Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the PLLC at 85 Smith Avenue, Mount Kisco, New York 10549. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. #60995 Notice of Formation of HOMESTYLE AT OCEAN GRILL LLC, a domestic LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 02/16/2017 Office location: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: The LLC, 185 Kisco Avenue, Ste 604, Mount Kisco, NY 10549. Purpose: Any Lawful Purpose. #60996 ROZZIFILM GALLERY, LLC Articles of Org. filed with the SSNY January 12, 2017 at 6:16 AM EST. Offc. Loc: Westchester Co. SSNY desig. as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Carlo Rosignoli, 6c Hillside Terrace, White Plains, NY 10601-1131. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. #60998 Notice of Formation of Kliemann & Company, LLC, Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 2/23/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Kristin A. Kliemann, 1 Hastings Landing, Hastings-on-Hudson, New York 10706 Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #60999

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Notice of Formation of SDA Professional, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with NY Secy of State (SSNY) on 02/23/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 793 Palmer Road, 4E Bronxville, NY 10708. Purpose: any lawful activity. #61000

JLH Landscape & Design, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/9/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to GianfrancescoĂs Accounting & Tax Services, Inc., 2452A Eastchester Rd., Bronx, NY 10469. General Purpose. #61010

DPB Realty Holding, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/10/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 350 Willett Ave., Rear Bldg., Port Chester, NY 10573. General Purpose. #61001

Notice of Formation of AURA STYLE BAR LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/1/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 191 King Street, Chappaqua, NY 10514. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #61012

Notice of Formation of 13 Columbus, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 12/22/16. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, PO Box 566, NY 10536. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #61002 Notice of Formation of Seminary Holdings, LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/6/17. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, c/o United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 7014 13 Ave. Ste. 202 Brooklyn, NY 11228. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #61003 Notice of Formation of JLR Songs LLC Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 1/10/17. Offc. Loc: Westchester Cty. SSNY desig. as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 17 Magnolia Rd. Scarsdale., NY 10583. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #61004 Notice of Formation of Core Chakra LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY 2/17/17. Office Location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent for process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: c/o Core Chakra LLC, 23 Madison St., West Harrison, NY 10604 Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. #61005 70 Ellsworth Ave., LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/16/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 55 Halstead Ave., Harrison, NY 10528. General Purpose. #61007 Notice of Formation of Trinity Funeral Service, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 2/6/2017. Office Location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 23 East Second St. Mt. Vernon, NY 10550. Purpose: any lawful purpose. #61009

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Notice of Formation of CLOUDBANK CARRIAGE HOUSE LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/27/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o Shamberg Marwell Hollis et al, 55 Smith Avenue, Mount Kisco, NY 10549. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #61013 Notice of Formation of Quantum Glass Products, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/14/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 800 Westchester Ave, Rye Brook, NY 10573. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #61015 R&S Gramatan Property, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/27/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 180 Gramatan Ave., Mt. Vernon, NY 10550. General Purpose. #61016 CRT-BC Solar, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/6/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 20 Lincoln Ave., Rye Brook, NY 10573. General Purpose. #61017 82 Union, LLC - Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State on February 2, 2010. Office location: Westchester County. The Secretary of State is designated as the agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her to LLC, 82 Union Ave, New Rochelle, New York 10801. The purpose of such LLC is to engage in any lawful act or activity #61018 MBI Partners LLC. Filed 2/7/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 12 Water St #204, White Plains, NY 10601: all lawful #61020 Celine Properties LLC. Filed 2/6/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 220 East Palisades Blvd, Palisades Park, NJ 07650. Purpose: all lawful #61021

937 Post Road Holding LLC. Filed 2/10/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 12 Water St #204, White Plains, NY 10601 Purpose: all lawful #61022 Purchase Capital Partners LLC. Filed 2/14/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 12 Water St #204, White Plains, NY 10601 Purpose: all lawful #61023 175 Main Street Of Mt. Kisco, LLC. Filed 2/15/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 16 Lawrence St, Mount Kisco, NY 10549 Purpose: all lawful #61024 Preferred Lawn Irrigation & Outdoor Services LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/9/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 311 Sherman Ave., Hawthorne, NY 10532. General Purpose. #61025 My Financial Possibilities LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY 9/25/08. Office Location: Westchester Cty. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: MJW Law 1846 E. Main St. Mohegan Lake, NY 10547 Purpose: all lawful. #61026 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PEEKSKILL HOLDINGS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on July 26, 2016. Office in Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Brendon Fitzgerald, 741 Shenandoah Ave., Peekskill, NY 10566. Purpose: Any lawful acts. #61029 Verde Positivo International LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/15/17 Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to Ricardo Vargas, 7 Brook Ln., Chappaqua, NY 10514. General Purpose. #61031 MJC Funding, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/15/17 Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to c/o Matthew J. McGowan, Esq., 800 Westchester Ave., #608 South, Rye Brook, NY 10573. General Purpose. #61032 PULSEMD Westchester LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/10/16. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 900 Route 376, Ste. H, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590. General Purpose. #61033 62 Webster Ave, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/10/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 110 Ellsworth Ave., Harrison, NY 10528. General Purpose. #61034

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF The Zice Group. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/3/17. Office location: WESTCHESTER County. SSNY has been designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. The Post Office address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon him/her is: The Zice Group, 48 Van Cortlandt Pk. Ave., Yonkers, NY 10701 The principal business address of the LLC is: 48 Van Cortlandt Pk. Ave., Yonkers, NY 10701 Purpose: any lawful act or activity. #61035 Notice is hereby given that a Hotel Liquor license, #TBA has been applied for by Baldanza at The Post LLC to sell beer, wine and liquor at retail in a Hotel with one additional bar. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 954 Old Post Road Bedford NY 10506. #61036 Notice of Formation of MH Landscape Design, LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with SSNY on 03/10/2017. Office Location in Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to MH Landscape Design, LLC, 44 Lawrence Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810. Purpose: Any Lawful purpose #61037 1404 Gillespie LLC. Filed 3/8/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 103 Leewood Dr. Eastchester, NY 10709 Purpose: all lawful #61038 3011 Waterbury LLC. Filed 3/8/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 103 Leewood Dr. Eastchester, NY 10709 Purpose: all lawful #61039 2898 Coddington LLC. Filed 3/8/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 103 Leewood Dr. Eastchester, NY 10709 Purpose: all lawful #61040 M.L Gastroenterology PLLC. Filed 2/2/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 600 Mamaroneck Avenue #700, Harrison, NY 10528 Purpose: all lawful #61041 Orchard Hill Organics LLC. Filed 2/24/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 316 E 59th St, New York, NY 10022 Purpose: all lawful #61042 937 Post Road Associates LLC. Filed 2/10/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 12 Water St #204, White Plains, NY 10601 Purpose: all lawful #61043 719 Calhoun LLC. Filed 3/8/17 Office: Westchester Co. SSNY designated as agent for process & shall mail to: 103 Leewood Dr. Eastchester, NY 10709 Purpose: all lawful #61044

John McDwyer Enterprises, LLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/13/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to John McDwyer, 1435 Rte. 55, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. General Purpose. #61045 Name of LLC: Wispy Willow Photography LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed NY Sec. of State 01/01/2017. Princ. off. Loc.: Westchester Cty. Sec. of State designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Sec. of State shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Wispy Willow Photography LLC, 432 Manhattan Ave, Hawthorne, NY 10532 Attn: Kasey KingPetrellese Purpose: any lawful activity. Ad # 61006 Law Offices of James C Freeman PLLC, Arts of Org. filed with Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/1/17. Cty: Westchester. SSNY desig. as agent upon whom process against may be served & shall mail process to 111 Church St., White Plains, NY 10601. Purpose: Law. Ad # 61019 Notice of Formation of JJs Cookie House LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/21/2017. Office location: Westchester County. SSNy designated agent upon whom process may be served against LLC to principal business address: JJs Cookie House: 28A Lawrence Drive, White Plains, NY 10603. Purpose: any lawful act. Ad # 61027 Notice of formation of Daria Weitmann, PSY.D., PLLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/07/16. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the PLLC, 3 Westerly Rd, Apt. 301, Ossining, NY 10562. Purpose: To practice the profession of Psychology. Ad # 61028 PORCH + HALL, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 3/9/17. Office location: Westchester County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 7014 13TH Avenue, Suite 202, Brooklyn NY 11228 principal business location of the LLC. Purpose: any lawful business activity. Ad # 61046 Notice is hereby given that a tavern wine license, #TBA has been applied for by El Tesor Bar Corp to sell beer and wine at retail in an on premises establishment. For on premises consumption under the ABC law at 248 New Main Street Yonkers NY 10701. Ad # 61047

BUSINESS CONNECTIONS ISSUES & POLICIES

EVENTS

Unemployment Reform Bill Heads to House

he General Assembly’s Labor and Public Employees Committee has unanimously approved a bill that

f Restoring the fund to solvency helps ensure stability, and avoid exponentially increasing taxes in the

will help restore solvency to the state’s Unemployment

future. What’s more, these reforms are projected to

Trust Fund.

grow the fund from its current $355 million to more

The measure will now make its way to the state House for a vote.

than $750 million over three years. By the state’s own projections, the fund needs to reach around $1 billion to achieve solvency.

HB 6461 is the product

‘Do-No-Harm’ Approach

of a bipartisan effort of legislators—Rep. Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford),

HB 6461 have been

(R-Trumbull), and Rep.

described as the

Chris Davis (R-Elling-

“do-no-harm”

ton)—that continues to

approach to restoring

gain support from Demo-

solvency to the fund.

crats and Republicans.

The savings in the bill

The bill makes a number

are largely derived

of overdue reforms to the

from individuals who

state’s unemployment

are wealthy enough

system, including:

f Raising the minimum earnings threshold to qualify for unemployment benefits to $2,000. Claimants in Connecticut need only earn $600 in a year to qualify for benefits—the second-lowest earnings requirement in the U.S. For perspective, 32 states and territories require between $2,000 and $5,000 in earnings. Connecticut’s earnings requirement has not changed since the statute went into effect 50 years ago. This is projected to save $5.6 million annually.

f Prohibiting all claimants from receiving unemployment benefits until they have exhausted their severance pay. According to Connecticut’s Department of Labor, this saves up to $57 million per year.

f Basing benefits on three quarters of an employee’s earnings rather than two highest quarters, to avoid inequitably rewarding seasonal workers. Under current law, a seasonal worker in Connecticut earning $30,000 over two calendar quarters gets the same unemployment benefits as a full-time

to receive severance pay, or those who have been unfairly compensated by the system for only partial-year work. Further, the bill does not rely on increasing taxes on the business community. This is critical. The business community was paying the highest

trust fund during the recession.

Bowes, and New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart share the challenges they’ve overcome and their secrets

executives, discover methods for finding a trusted mentor, and hear an honest tête-à-tête

helps ensure stability, and avoid exponentially

This event is open to all genders who celebrate

increasing federal tax rates during future recessions.

and support those women who lead.

While the business community concedes the fund may need additional revenues in the future, it is critically important to fix leaks in the system now before we even

Date: Friday, June 2, 2017

consider that approach.

Time: Check-in & networking breakfast, 7:30 am Program, 8:15 am–noon

and a fiscal note.

solvency goal. The maximum benefit rate is allowed

the bill will have on the fund.

benefits from current levels.

of Communications & Diversity Strategy at Pitney

exploring gender in the workplace.

The note will help determine the true savings impact

$1.6 million a year—without reducing anyone’s

Keynote speakers Sheryl Battles, Vice President

Restoring the unemployment trust fund to solvency

year we have not attained 70% of the fund’s

problem from getting worse. This would save about

leadership conference.

Network with your fellow entrepreneurs and

billion federal loan used to shore up the unemployment

nonpartisan offices for a plain language summary

years when the fund is unhealthy would prevent the

searching for the next career step, you

need to be part of CBIA’s second annual womens’

for success.

This will save approximately $68 million a year.

throughout the recession. Foregoing increases in

hether you’re an emerging leader or

to special assessments each August, to pay back a $1

HB 6461 is now headed through the legislature’s

to increase by $18 every year, and did increase

federal unemployment taxes in the country, in addition

worker who earns $60,000 over four quarters.

f Freezing the maximum weekly benefit rate any

WHEN WOMEN LEAD

The four reforms in

Rep. David Rutigliano

Then it will be ready for action by the state House

Place: Infinity Music Hall & Bistro 32 Front St., Hartford

Cost:

of Representatives.

f Read more at cbia.com

CBIA members, $85 Nonmembers, $125 Table of 8, $650

f Register at cbia.com/events

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