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Journal, Herbst said his gubernatorial campaign will highlight his work in Trumbull, with an emphasis on fiscal leadership. “I’ve balanced eight budgets and maintained an average tax increase of only 1.68 percent over eight years,” he said. “Our grand list showed consistent measured growth every year I’ve been the first selectman.” He also emphasized his Trumbull strategy in positioning the town as a place to both work and live, and not just create a bedroom community or a corporate zone that empties out when offices close for the night.

s with so many Connecticut businesspeople these days, Fran Pastore is holding her breath waiting for a state budget to be finalized. What sets Pastore apart from most is that, as president and CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC), she’s in the business of helping others start and maintain their own businesses. “We’ve had a significant amount of attrition,” Pastore said at the WBDC’s Stamford headquarters. With a present headcount of 10, she added that the group won’t be hiring anyone “until we know the state budget, and what we’re getting from it.” Also on hold is the WBDC Capital Fund, designed to provide startup and growing businesses with working capital, equipment, inventory and lease space, among other items; to date the fund has helped 23 clients secure $3 million in grants and loans. Funded by the Small Business Administration’s Office of Women's Business Ownership, as well as contributions from federal, state and municipal governments, corporations, and private donors, the WBDC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides business and financial education to mostly female entrepreneurs and business owners throughout Connecticut. Pastore noted that the state budget impasse has put some of WBDC's funding sources in a state of limbo. Dealing with funding uncertainties may not be the best way to mark this year's 20th anniversary, but Pastore said she remains confident that past bipartisan support for the organization — as well as WWE co-founder and former CEO Linda McMahon’s position as SBA administrator — will ultimately win out.

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Paul Broadie II, president of Housatonic Community College, says the college’s manufacturing studies curriculum is a win-win situation for students who earn a certificate and for local businesses that are guaranteed a workforce. Photo by Phil Hall

Herbst identifies campaign issues: IMAGE, INFRASTRUCTURE, INCOME BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

n the event Trumbull First Selectman Tim Herbst should find himself as Connecticut’s next governor, he has already identified which person will be the recipient of his first telephone call in that new job: his Florida counterpart, Rick Scott. “If I’m governor, my first call is going to be to Governor Scott and I will tell him to stay the hell out of my state,” said Herbst, citing the Florida Republican’s visit to Connecticut in June when he urged business leaders to “capitulate and come to Florida and make it easier on yourselves.”

But Herbst added that Scott’s attempt to lure away Connecticut businesses would not have occurred if the state was viewed nationally as a pro-business environment. “We have an image problem, a confidence problem, a morale problem.” In June, Herbst declared himself in the running for the Republican nomination for governor. This is his second attempt at statewide office — he ran as the Republican candidate for treasurer in 2014 and lost to Democrat Denise Nappier by 0.9 percent of the vote. Herbst will not be running for re-election this year as first selectman in Trumbull, a position he first won in 2009 when he was 29 years old. In an interview with the Business

Ridgefield gets into the craft brewery act with Nod Hill BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN

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s a man who always preferred scotch to beer, Robert Kaye finds himself in a curious position: With his son David, he’s in the midst of opening Nod Hill, a craft brewery on the premises of his long-established Riverside Fence at 137 Ethan Allen Highway in Ridgefield. “I was never a beer drinker,” the elder Kaye admitted. “But when my daughter did a semester in Salzburg, Dave told me, ‘If you don’t try beer in Austria, you’re nuts.’” A few glasses of monk-brewed Marzen beer at Salzurg’s Augustiner Brewery soon changed his mind, he said. “Dave led me by the nose,” he laughed. “I got a real education about it.” David’s interest in hops-and-malt developed into experimenting with homebrewing while attending Boston’s Berklee College of Music — in addition to Nod Hill and his position as Riverside’s sales manager, he also owns Creeksound Recording Studio in Newtown — and he gained further experience working as a bartender and cellar man at a London pub after graduation. Meanwhile, Robert had found himself unemployed after some 20 years as the principal of Meadowlands Marketplace, where he operated the Meadowlands Flea Market. By 2006, he said, “I found that I couldn’t compete against the larger merchandising groups, who were using flea markets as loss leaders.” Looking for a job — “I’m not a corporate guy,” he said. Kaye eventually bought Riverside Fence, which at the time had eight employees; today it has 42. Twice named to Inc. magazine’s 5000 list, which showcases the fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S., Kaye said Riverside is today the largest custom fencing company in the county, though he declined to give sales figures. Inc. reported in 2014 that it had a three-year revenue growth of 136 percent. The father/son duo had talked about opening a brewery for about four years, “and thought we’d do so three or four years from now,” Robert said. However, once he purchased the Ethan Allen Highway property two-and-a-half years ago and took note of the sudden proliferation of craft breweries in the area, “We decided to not be caught behind the 8-ball.” After successfully seeking an amend-

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ment to Ridgefield’s zoning laws to allow a brewery in the B-2 commercial zone — which previously allowed manufacturing, but not brewing — in February, the Kayes set about transforming about 2,400 of Riverside’s 32,000 square feet into a brewing and storage facility, with another 500 square feet set aside for a tap room, which they said can fit about 55 comfortably; a room for private functions will also be available. Having hired 26-year-old Kyle Acenowr, formerly head brewer at The North Brewery in Endicott, New York, as Nod Hill’s head brewer, the Kayes are now finalizing their brewing plans as they eye an October opening. Nod Hill will offer six core beers on draft at all times, including stouts, porters and double IPAs, as well as cans and bottles for sale. Distribution will also be available to a handful of bars in the surrounding area. “The key to our beers is that they be drinkable,” David said, explaining that Nod Hill will eschew the types of sometimes bizarre flavors that appeal primarily to cultists. “We want to brew what we like — something that after you take a sip, you want another one. Brewing something that’s aggressively flavored just for the

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sake of it isn’t what we’re about.” The tap room will not be serving food, Robert noted: “I don’t want to be in the restaurant business.” Instead patrons will be welcome to bring in their own food. With parking for 70 cars, Nod Hill can also expand into the so-far unused field in the back of the property, Robert noted. “We’re starting out small — in our first year we’re looking at producing around 800 barrels. But we have the capacity for much more than that. “It’s a very large property,” he added. “We have almost eight acres to build on, so if and when the time comes (to expand further) we’ll be ready.” Nod Hill will be open Thursdays from 4 to 8, Fridays from 3 to 8, Saturdays from 12 to 8, and Sundays from 12 to 5.

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Yerrr out! Bluefish booted, music in at Bridgeport's Harbor Yard BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

he Bridgeport Bluefish minor league baseball team is being kicked out of Harbor Yard by Mayor Joe Ganim, who is planning to turn the venue into a performance venue. In a press statement issued the evening of Aug. 7, Ganim announced a new partnership involving the music and entertainment company Live Nation and SportsCenter of Connecticut, a Sheltonbased attraction owned by Howard Saffan, to create Harbor Yard Amphitheatre LLC to develop Harbor Yard for concerts. The city of Bridgeport will retain ownership of the site, which Ganim said would be redeveloped in a $15 million project through a public/private partnership. The removal of the Bluefish did not come as a surprise. In an interview earlier this year with the Business Journal, the Atlantic League team’s principal owner and CEO Frank Boulton noted that the team’s lease ended this year and that

stadium attendance had been declining, adding that he personally spent what he said was “a lot of money” to keep the team afloat. Boulton reacted to the city's announcement in a statement, expressing that while the team was “disappointed the city decided to turn the ballpark into a 29-date concert venue, we wish them the best of luck, and we hope that all Bluefish fans will come out to support their first-place team as they drive towards a championship.” The ballpark was built for about $19 million on the site of the former Jenkins Bros. valve factory, which was founded in 1864. The stadium opened on May 21, 1998. Jack McGregor and his wife, Mary-Jane Foster, founded the Bridgeport Bluefish, which became part of the Atlantic League, which was started by Boulton, who later bought the team. For his part, Ganim seemed eager to move past the Bluefish era — although this new chapter in Harbor Yard’s life would still require approval from the City Council before the venue is redeveloped. “We’ve enjoyed 20 years of successful entertainment with Bluefish baseball

and all that the Bluefish and owner, Frank Boulton have done for our community,” Ganim said. “This next chapter of Bridgeport’s future is bright with the benefits and experience of a world-known entertainment company like Live Nation and the historic success of Saffan as a venue operator, to bring in concerts and shows that will certainly put Bridgeport in the forefront as a destination place for family and friends.” In a statement from the Bluefish organization, more than 3 million have

visited the ballpark. The team has hosted concerts, charity events, car shows, professional lacrosse, celebrity sporting events, University of Bridgeport baseball, Sacred Heart University baseball, the FCIAC high school baseball championships, professional soccer and more, in addition to hosting 70 regular season Bluefish games each season. In all, the Bluefish have hosted more than 2,000 events in the 20-season history at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard.

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Cow mishap leads to career in physical therapy BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

t’s not everyone who discovers their vocation by having their back fractured by a cow. But that’s precisely how then-16-year-old Karin LaBanca found herself on a career path that led her to be both the owner of Newtownbased Fisio Physical Therapy & Wellness LLC and the landlord of her building at 141 Mount Pleasant Road. “It happened while I was working on our family’s dairy farm in Deansboro, New York,” LaBanca recalled. “I was trying to get the cow out of a stall and got crushed into the side of the barn.” Thanks to what she terms “an illinformed internist,” it took six months for X-rays to be run on LaBanca, at which point it was found that she had several sacrum fractures. Recovery eventually led her to physical therapist Sandy MacKinnon in nearby Hamilton, New York, for twiceweekly sessions that lasted six months. LaBanca said, “I thought, ‘What a great career she has, helping to make people feel better.’” She added, “I ended up working for her as an aide, and she became my mentor.” In fact, LaBanca followed in MacKinnon’s footsteps and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

from Russell Sage College in Troy, New York in 1994 — 47 years after MacKinnon had done the same. “We’re friends to this day,” LaBanca enthused. “She’s now 82 years old, and we still talk often.” She returned to college at Quinnipiac University to obtain a master’s degree in orthopedics in 2001, and received a doctorate in physical therapy from Creighton University in 2007. LaBanca had relocated to Newtown in 2003 when her husband Frank became a science teacher at Newtown High School; he’s now the principal at Westside Middle School Academy in Danbury. Working steadily at various hospitals and clinics, it was only when she was laid up after foot reconstruction surgery in 2010 that entrepreneurship first entered the picture. Having learned of a closing physical therapy clinic in Hamilton, her father David Williams bought its equipment for her for $5,000 and shipped it to Newtown. LaBanca said it sat in her driveway for 15 months while she recuperated and began learning about starting a business, leading to the opening of Fisio in 2011. “I had 10-and-a-half years of college, but hadn’t taken one business course,” she said. “I did a lot of studying, had a lot of conversa-

tions and found what a great resource the Women’s Business Development Council (based in Stamford) can be. But it still involved learning about the hidden costs of operating a business, about unemployment insurance, workers’ comp, labor laws … it really was a trial by fire.” Originally located at 53 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury, Fisio moved to its present location last December after her husband spotted the vacancy in the Mount Pleasant Road building, which also houses Handyman Connection and the law office of John Malloy. “We ended up buying the building since it represented another income stream,” she said, adding that the rent essentially pays for the mortgage. Fisio takes up roughly 2,000 of the building's 3,300 square feet. “Fisio” is the Brazilian slang word for physical therapy. As a Rotary Club exchange student, LaBanca went to São Paulo at the age of 18, where her experiences included working for one host family member who was a physical therapist. The proximity to the roughly 5,500 Brazilians who live in Danbury helps LaBanca draw patients and allows her to continue exercising her Portuguese language skills, she said. As opposed to many physical therapy practices, Fisio operates six private rooms — one of which is rented to a massage

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therapist — allowing LaBanca, physical therapist Ashley Witson and her support staff to see up to six patients at once for 45-minute sessions; larger centers can have “dozens of bodies in one big room, all competing for attention” during their 30 minutes of therapy, she said. Such a private approach “creates more of a rapport with our clients,” LaBanca said. “We’re not necessarily interested in volume, but in providing a fun, relaxing atmosphere that people seem to like.” LaBanca said that in 2016 Fisio saw 3,831 patients, for a gross income of $322,000 that included $5,000 in product sales and $18,000 in rental income. Through July 25 of this year, Fisio saw 2,144 patients for a gross income of $193,000, including $187,000 in physical therapy revenue, $3,000 in rental income and about $1,900 in product sales.

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Fairfield County housing sales: higher prices, fewer units BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

ising prices and shrinking inventory defined secondquarter activity within Fairfield County’s housing market, according to a new report issued by Douglas Elliman Real Estate. The county’s overall single-family home sales hit 3,335 in the second quarter, down by 15.4 percent from the 3,944 sales in the first quarter of 2016 but up by 59.4 percent from the 2,092 sales level in first quarter of this year. The average sales price of $716,845 was up 11 percent from the first quarter’s $645,782 and up 23.3 percent from the $581,263 in the first quarter of 2016. The median sales price was $445,000, up 17.1 percent from the $380,000 price in the first quarter and up 23.6 percent from the $360,000 price set one year earlier. And while the 5,972 total of listed active inventory was 18.4 percent above the first quarter’s level, it was 7.7 percent lower than one year earlier. Scott Durkin, chief operating officer at Douglas Elliman, noted the secondquarter statistics showed a market with two significant extremes. “It was the most second-quarter sales in 12 years, coupled with (the) lowest second-quarter inventory in 12 years,” he said. Durkin noted the removal of long-stagnant listings helped shape sales activity. “Sellers who had been chasing the market had some fatigue and decided to pull their homes off — those overpriced listings were not selling. Now, the market is overheated, but in a good way because the shortage in inventory creates these price points.” The Douglas Elliman report also found vibrancy in the condo market: the $373,516 average sales price in the second quarter was 13.6 percent above the first quarter’s $328,911 and 23.5 percent above the $302,497 recorded in the second quarter of 2016. The median sales price of $279,950 was up 14.3 percent from the first quarter’s $245,000 and 16.1 percent above the second quarter of 2016’s $241,075. Active condo inventory totaled 1,115, up 9.5 percent from the first quarter but down 4.4 percent year over year. As for Fairfield County’s luxury market, the average sales price of $2.72 million was 3.2 percent higher than the $2.64 million average in the previous quarter and 21.9 percent above the $2.23 million average in the previous year. The median sales price of $2.14 million was barely above the previous quarter, but it was 18.1 percent above the $1.81 million reported in

the $665,874 level the previous year. in the second quarTotal active inventoter of 2016 to the ry in this sector was $727,640 level in the 1,262 in the second second quarter. quarter, a 11.5 perHowever, t here cent drop from the was some negativprevious quarter ity in the market, and a 26.5 percent as three Fairfield plu m m e t f r o m County submarkets the previous year. A home for sale in Fairfield. Photo by Phil Hall. posted year-over-year Durkin pointed declines in the averto the 12.3 percent age prices of their single-family homes. quarterly decline in the days on market New Canaan took a 3.5 percent decline within the luxury housing sector — from from the $1.78 million price in the second 195 days in the first quarter to 171 days quarter of 2016 to the $1.72 million price in the second quarter — as evidence that in the latest quarterly report. Ridgefield XL-sized home prices have an eager buyer saw an 11.3 percent year-over-year plunge base. “Luxury listings generally (take) from $788,030 to $698,945. And Westport longer to sell, but we are regularly seetook a 1.5 percent year-over-year drop from ing large deals north of $10 million,” he $712,029 to $701,462. stated. “Those are very telling signs As for the second half of 2017, Durkin of where the market is.” predicted an even greater upturn in Within the county’s major submarsales activity. “Agents are telling me this kets, Greenwich had the highest-average is the busiest July and August they’ve price for a single-family house in the secever seen,” he said. “Real estate is not ond quarter: $2.34 million, up 4.4 perseasonal anymore — now, it is based on cent year over year. Fairfield recorded need. Normally, there would be time for a the greatest year-over-year average sales breather, but not in this market.” price upswing, with a 9.3 percent rise from

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“I just don’t want to attract businesses here — I want to attract people here,” he explained. “If a business is going to relocate here and people’s jobs are going to be here, I want them to give Trumbull a second look to live here, to move their family here, to make a long-term investment here. I look at what’s going on here in our town and I look at the real estate prices and taxes here in Fairfield County. I feel you get more house for your dollar and your tax dollar in Trumbull than you get in lower Fairfield County.” For his new statewide campaign, Herbst is arguing that the state’s economy is suffering due to a failure to invest in infrastructure upgrades. He cited the headquarters exodus of General Electric to Boston and Aetna to New York as evidence of how poor infrastructure cost Connecticut longtime corporate residents. “Massachusetts is not exactly affordable, nor is New York,” he continued. “But it says a lot why Connecticut is losing businesses to one state that was once called Taxachusetts and to another state that has

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“I’ve got to have faith that the WBDC will remain a viable institution,” she said. “This is not just a ‘women’s issue’ — it’s an economic one.” WBDC’s numbers back her up. Its clients have generated $155 million in gross revenues and contributed $10.8 million in state tax revenues over the last three years. The organization maintains that for every dollar invested in it, 87 cents are reinvested in the community. Since its 1997 inception, the group has served more than 18,000 clients, assisted in the creation of nearly 1,800 businesses and helped with the sustaining and expansion of 3,500 established businesses. The 56-year-old Pastore’s passion for such endeavors began at an early age. “Even as a kid, I helped out wherever I could, stocking shelves, distributing fliers," she said. "That continued throughout high school and college … I helped raise tons and tons of money for the schools I attended, working with corporations to sponsor events. But I never knew it could be a career for me.” Graduating from Pace University with a bachelor’s degree in communications, Pastore’s first job was as an analyst for the New York Stock Exchange, where she examined “aberrational trades” at the height of the Ivan Boesky/Michael Milken insidertrading era. It was during that time that she experienced firsthand the specter of sexual

multiple layers of taxation — not just local taxation, but county and state taxation. However, they are investing in infrastructure and we are not. There is no question the Merritt Parkway is in worse shape than it was eight years ago, and so is I-95. And Metro-North is a disaster.” But Herbst is not advocating for bigger highways. “I want to get people off I-95 and the Merritt Parkway,” he added. “I am not necessarily in favor of widening lanes. After all, the more lanes you put on the highway, the more cars you put on the highway. I believe we should invest in high-speed rail.” Herbst argued that infrastructure improvements could have been made if “the transportation fund had not been raided to artificially balance the budget.” He opposed the idea of reintroducing tolls, adding, “We should not have any conversation on tolls unless the state gets serious about an enforceable binding transportation lockbox. If you are going to put tolls in, you are going to have to eliminate the gas tax. Or if you keep the gas tax, you need to use the lockbox and make sure you are addressing what needs to be done in their roads.”

Herbst also expressed concern that the state legislature is more interested in chasing after flashy and controversial strategies in pursuit of a quick revenue rush. “I have a real problem talking about casinos and recreational marijuana as crutches to balance the state budget,” he said. “We shouldn’t be having conversations like this until we address the 800-pound gorilla in the room: the unfunded liabilities of pensions and health care that are crushing the state of Connecticut. We can’t afford them anymore.” Circling back to Florida’s Gov. Scott, Herbst promised not to follow his lead and go into other states to lure business away — at least until he believed that he could credibly present Connecticut as a state where people are eager to live and work. “I want people to be proud to be from the state of Connecticut again,” he commented. “Fifty-five people are leaving our state every day. Our population is showing negative growth over the last two years. I want to inspire confidence in Connecticut. I want to change the stigma we have across the country that we’re antibusiness. We are going to be turning the page — the misery index is over.”

harassment, she said, “which forced me to leave.” Finding herself in Stamford as a 33-yearold divorced mother of two young girls, with no family or financial resources to draw from, Pastore said she was fortunate to have a network of “incredible girlfriends who were highly educated and very successful, who became my coaches in different areas of business and life.” Starting the WBDC was a way of combining her passion about women’s economic equity and interests in small business and education, she said. The opportunity to form such a group was there for the taking, as Connecticut was then the only state without a certified educational resource for women entrepreneurs and business owners … ironic, given that then-Connecticut Sen. Joseph Lieberman sat on the Senate’s Small Business Committee. Flying to D.C. to meet with Lieberman, as well as then-Sen. Chris Dodd and thenRep. Chris Shays, Pastore said she was encouraged by Lieberman to form a nonprofit corporation and apply for a $125,000 seed-money grant to redress the situation. “It was not an option for me not to do so,” she said. “This was the path I was meant to follow and the combination of opportunity and necessity was something I couldn’t pass up.” The WBDC had “some great years” at the beginning, Pastore said, hitting the ground running by offering training, coaching, technical assistance … anything, really, that a business owner might need. Its budget had increased from the initial $125,000

to “not quite $1 million” when the events of Sept. 11, 2001, occurred. The resulting economic downturn meant that the group lost a significant amount of corporate support. “It became more and more difficult to manage, from payroll on down,” Pastore said. An appeal to then-Stamford Mayor Dannel Malloy resulted in the group taking up residence in the conference room at the city’s Government Center from 2002-2010, where the WBDC helped launch Malloy’s Small Business Initiative in the city. Though funded in part by the federal government, the WBDC at that time was not receiving matching funds from the state, as most of its work was being done in Fairfield County. “So we started expanding our reach with partnerships around the state,” Pastore said. By 2005, the organization had secured those matching state funds; today it maintains offices in Hartford, Derby and Danbury as well as its Stamford headquarters at 184 Bedford St. Women’s economic equity has of course remained a top priority; the much-documented “glass ceiling” is still very much in place for many. “A lot of women are also prone to domestic violence and sexual assault, both of which I have experienced,” she said. “And there are other social issues — challenges in finding child care, caring for aging parents, going through a divorce. But we’re here to show that entrepreneurship is a teachable and reachable, goal.” Progress is being made: according to Go4Funding, one in 11 adult women is an

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Tim Herbst is running for the GOP gubernatorial nomination. Photo by Phil Hall.

Fran Pastore, president and CEO of WBDC.

entrepreneur, while the National Women’s Business Council reports that U.S. womenowned businesses are growing 2 ½ times the national average of all firms — and that, if U.S. women-owned businesses were their own country, they would have the world’s fifth-largest GDP. A recent American Express report stated that 11.3 million women-owned businesses in the U.S. generate more than $1.6 trillion in revenues and employ 9 million people. “When women have economic equity, they have decision-making abilities — and more power,” Pastore said. Even with the financial predicament facing so many today, Pastore said she remains confident that the WBDC — and women entrepreneurs — will prevail. “We’ve been through tough economic times and challenges before,” she declared. “But I firmly believe that we have a bright future.”

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108 Main St., Norwalk 06851 847-9433 • actweb.com

The Allen Group Inc.

50 Washington St., Fifth floor, Norwalk 06854 855-5777 • theallengroup.com

IT Service Providers Top local executive(s) Title(s) Year established fffff ffffff Isabel Lopez President 2006 Al Alper Founder and president 1991 Keith Bedell President 1982 Eugene Allen President and owner 1997

Ament Technology Solutions

Alex Sulpizi Founder and CEO 1995

Ash Creek Enterprises Inc.

Mark Calzone President 1999 Kathryn Burshtein Principal 2003

26 Fahey St., Stamford 06907 355-2400 • amnetsystems.com

1110 Broadbridge Ave., Stratford 06615 290-1395 • ashcreek.com

Beyond IT Support

64 Wall St., Suite 400, Norwalk 06850 252-2230 • beyonditsupport.net

Fairfield County

Name Address Area code: 203 unless otherwise noted Website

Top local executive(s) Title(s) Year established fffff ffffff

Hi-Link Technology Group

Jerry Lin President 1990 Neil Holme Owner 2001 Michael P. Connors Chairman and CEO 2006 Joe DeMarsico CEO 2006

60 Progress Drive, Stamford 06902 800-683-9535 • hi-link.com

Impact Business Technology

10 Tumberry Lane, Sandy Hook 06482 364-0052 • impactbt.com

Information Services Group Inc.

2 Stamford Plaza, 281 Tresser Blvd., Stamford 06901 517-3100 • isg-one.com

JD Technology Group LLC

46 Saint Charles Ave., Stamford 06907 554-1596 • jdtechgrp.com

LG Software Consulting LLC Monroe 06468 880-9019 • lgsoftwareconsulting.com

Monroe Business Associates LLC 452-8390 • monroebusiness.com

NANTES Solutions

65 High Ridge Road, Stamford 06905 503-2724 • nantessolutions.com

Carlstone Consulting

Richard Gordon Founder 1990

Cierant Corp.

Lisa Cioban President 1987

1492 High Ridge Road, No. 6, Stamford 06903 744-2274 • network-support.com

Jeff Connally President and CEO 1997

126 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull 06611 261-2201 • netsynergy.com

Samuel Urda President 1967

12 Precision Road, Danbury 06810 431-9300 • necgnet.com

31 Jennie Lane, Westport 06880 226-0026 • carlstone.com

34 Executive Drive, Danbury 06810 731-3555 • cierant.com

CMIT Solutions*

501 Westport Ave., No. 262, Norwalk 06851 • 539-6321 1177 High Ridge Road, Stamford 06905 • 595-9091 cmitsolutions.com

Computer Programming & Systems Inc.

45 Church St., Suite 201, Stamford 06906 324-9203 • cpsincorp.com

Computer Systems Support & Design LLC 172 Georgetown Road, Weston 06883 541-5448, ext. 211 • cssdllc.com

Computer Troubleshooters of Greater Danbury

355 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 702-2103 • cts-danbury.com

Rick Van Akin Owner and general manager 1997

Jamie D’Agostino CEO 2002

The Network Support Co.

Jim Kennedy Founder and CEO 1996

Network Synergy

Dana Gargano Owner 1988

The New England Computer Group Inc.

Frank Ballatore President 1992

Number Crunchers Unlimited

William Roman CEO 1990

PCLinkZ

Jackie and Julius Alexander Owners 2003

PCS Connecticut

Irene FitzSimons President 1989

Pylon Technology

Don Gordon and Tim Quinn Founding partners 1985

SoftLink Resources

Stephanie Philips Owner 1992

452-1771 • numbercrunch.com

236 Cedar Lane, New Canaan 06840 539-9093 • pclinkz.com

Computer Works

Adam Gitow Owner 2005

Crestview IT Solutions LLC

Jay Ligouri President and owner 2008

136 Main St., Westport 06880 930-3410 • pylontechnology.com

CyrusOne - Norwalk Data Center

Jim Cramer CEO 2001

7365 Main St., Stratford 06615 377-2111 • slrgroup.com

483C Monroe Turnpike, Monroe 06488 445-9059 • computerworksct.com 929 White Plains Road, No. 322, Trumbull 06611 268-5947 • crestviewit.com 6 Riverbend Drive South, Stamford 06907 855-564-3198 • cyrusone.com

Marilyn Greenberg President 1989 Maryne Robin Owner 1999

Netology LLC

1200 Summer St., Suite 301, Stamford 06905 975-9630 • netologyllc.com

Johannes Banck Chief information officer 2008

Ed Ciaccio President 2008

175 Constitution Boulevard South, Shelton 06484 929-0000 • precisiongroup.com

A DIFFERENT KIND OF IT SERVICES COMPANY Datto Inc.

101 Merritt 7, Seventh floor, Norwalk 06851 888-294-6312 • datto.com

Southridge Technology

Austin McChord CEO 2007

246 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 431-8324 • southridgetech.com

Joe Garzi President and founder 2001

3 Landmark Square, Suite 600, Stamford 06901 316-0112 • thetnsgroup.com

Ami Soifer Co-founder and CEO 1996

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Denna Computer Services

457 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 740-0821 • dennapc.com

Everything IT

304 Main Ave., Suite 350, Norwalk 06851 858-3984 • everythingit.biz

Nancy Lavoie and Deborah J. MacIntyre Co-owners 1999 Fredd Fishman Owner 2004

Ultra Golden Software LLC

Fast-teks Fairfield County

NA 2004

Flagship Networks

Michael J. Egmont CEO 2000

Gartner Inc.

Eugene A. Hall CEO 1979 Carlos Quinones Owner 2005

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100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 340, Shelton 06484 538-0800 • flagshipnetworks.com 56 Top Gallant Road, Stamford 06902 964-0096 • gartner.com

Go2techs.net

400 Post Road, Fairfield 06824 418-7071 • go2nerds.com

Transcend Business Solutions

30 Grassy Plain St., Unit 5A, Bethel 06801 790-5222 • transcendbus.com 35 Narrows Rocks Road, Westport 06880 227-4009 • ultragolden.com

U.S. Computer Connection

933 Hope St., Stamford 06907 356-0444 • uscomputer.com

RATED

Virtual Density LLC 4 Liberty St., Danbury 06810 987-4566 • virtualdensity.com

Webs for Good LLC

199 Elm St., New Canaan 06840 966-8308 • websforgood.com

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Linda Rowan President 2004 Paul S. Davis Founder 2004 Garry Feldman President and founder 2008 Christopher Furey Founder 2008 Patti Geanakos Owner 1993

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Ridgefield first selectman weighs joining national suit against opioid makers BY KEVIN ZIMMERMAN kzimmerman@westfairinc.com

pioid abuse is very much on the mind of Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi. “It’s one of society’s major health issues today,” Marconi said at his office. “And there’s no silver bullet to solve it. But Connecticut has to get a lot more serious about how we approach it.” As chairman of the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities’ Opioid Abuse Task Force, Marconi has remained abreast of the snowballing number of lawsuits filed by cities and some states against opioid manufacturers such as Stamford-based Purdue Pharma, which manufactures OxyContin, seeking punitive and compensatory damages for the cost of fighting the war against such drugs. Purdue and others have staunchly defended themselves against accusations that their marketing practices have contributed unduly to opioid abuse. However, in 2007 Purdue and three executives pleaded guilty in a federal court in Virginia to criminal charges that they misled regulators, doctors and patients about OxyContin’s risks of addiction and potential for being abused. Purdue agreed to pay $600 million, while the three executives agreed to pay a total of $34.5 million in fines. On Aug. 1, a judge in Nova Scotia ruled in favor of accepting a class-action settlement of $15.9 million to be paid by Purdue Pharma in a national lawsuit. Judges in Quebec City must still give final approval to that agreement. Although Connecticut has not joined such states as Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio and Oklahoma — not to mention a number of individual counties and cities around the nation — in filing suits, Attorney General

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George Jepsen announced in June that the state was joining a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general from across the country to evaluate whether pharmaceutical manufacturers have engaged in unlawful practices in the marketing and sale of prescription opioids. Now Marconi, Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton and leaders of about 30 other Connecticut municipalities are weighing an invitation from Waterbury Mayor Neil O’Leary to join his efforts at a nationwide class-action lawsuit against opioid manufacturers. On July 31, New Milford’s Town Council voted unanimously to join the suit, which is being handled by New York City law firm Simmons Hanly Conroy.

Lead attorney Paul Hanly said that the case needs at least 500 counties and cities to succeed, and that he has contacted county officials in New York, Illinois, Missouri and Texas to gauge their interest. Already on board are New York’s Dutchess, Orange, Suffolk and Sullivan counties, with Rockland likely to join soon. For all of the interest and activity, Marconi said he has yet to decide whether adding the strength of Ridgefield or of the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities, where O’Leary serves as first vice president, to the proposed class-action suit is the best way to go. “My hesitancy comes from the fact that this country has a history of filing multimil-

lion-dollar lawsuits against somebody like the tobacco industry … but not much of that money makes it down to the streets, where it’s most needed to address the problem,” he said. Marconi said he was well aware of the frightening statistics involved in the issue: In Connecticut, 917 people died from drug overdoses in 2016, according to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, while opioid overdoses have quadrupled since 1999, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Marconi said he would be convening the members of the CCM’s Opioid Task Force “probably within the next 30 days” to discuss various options.

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Cierant Corp.

34 Executive Drive, Danbury 06810 731-3555 • cierant.com

CMIT Solutions*

501 Westport Ave., No. 262, Norwalk 06851 • 539-6321 1177 High Ridge Road, Stamford 06905 • 595-9091 cmitsolutions.com

Computer Programming & Systems Inc.

45 Church St., Suite 201, Stamford 06906 324-9203 • cpsincorp.com

Computer Systems Support & Design LLC 172 Georgetown Road, Weston 06883 541-5448, ext. 211 • cssdllc.com

Computer Troubleshooters of Greater Danbury

355 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 702-2103 • cts-danbury.com

The Network Support Co.

Jim Kennedy Founder and CEO 1996

Network Synergy

Dana Gargano Owner 1988

Lisa Cioban President 1987

1492 High Ridge Road, No. 6, Stamford 06903 744-2274 • network-support.com

Jeff Connally President and CEO 1997

126 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull 06611 261-2201 • netsynergy.com

Samuel Urda President 1967

12 Precision Road, Danbury 06810 431-9300 • necgnet.com

THE LIST

The New England Computer Group Inc.

Crunchers Unlimited IT ServiceNumber Providers

Johannes Banck Chief information officer 2008

Rick Van Akin Owner and general manager 1997

452-1771 • numbercrunch.com

Jackie and Julius Alexander Owners 2003

PCS Connecticut

Irene FitzSimons President 1989

Pylon Technology

Don Gordon and Tim Quinn Founding partners 1985

SoftLink Resources

Stephanie Philips Owner 1992

Southridge Technology

Joe Garzi President and founder 2001

The TNS Group

Ami Soifer Co-founder and CEO 1996

Transcend Business Solutions

Linda Rowan President 2004 Paul S. Davis Founder 2004 Garry Feldman President and founder 2008

Adam Gitow Owner 2005

Crestview IT Solutions LLC

Jay Ligouri President and owner 2008

136 Main St., Westport 06880 930-3410 • pylontechnology.com

CyrusOne - Norwalk Data Center

Jim Cramer CEO 2001

7365 Main St., Stratford 06615 377-2111 • slrgroup.com

Datto Inc.

Austin McChord CEO 2007

929 White Plains Road, No. 322, Trumbull 06611 268-5947 • crestviewit.com 6 Riverbend Drive South, Stamford 06907 855-564-3198 • cyrusone.com

101 Merritt 7, Seventh floor, Norwalk 06851 888-294-6312 • datto.com

Denna Computer Services

457 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 740-0821 • dennapc.com

Everything IT

304 Main Ave., Suite 350, Norwalk 06851 858-3984 • everythingit.biz

Nancy Lavoie and Deborah J. MacIntyre Co-owners 1999 Fredd Fishman Owner 2004

Fast-teks Fairfield County

NA 2004

Flagship Networks

Michael J. Egmont CEO 2000

Gartner Inc.

Eugene A. Hall CEO 1979 Carlos Quinones Owner 2005

888-917-3278 • fastteks.com/FairfieldCounty/

100 Beard Sawmill Road, Suite 340, Shelton 06484 538-0800 • flagshipnetworks.com 56 Top Gallant Road, Stamford 06902 964-0096 • gartner.com

Go2techs.net

400 Post Road, Fairfield 06824 418-7071 • go2nerds.com

William Roman CEO 1990

PCLinkZ

236 Cedar Lane, New Canaan 06840 539-9093 • pclinkz.com

Computer Works

483C Monroe Turnpike, Monroe 06488 445-9059 • computerworksct.com

Frank Ballatore President 1992

175 Constitution Boulevard South, Shelton 06484 929-0000 • precisiongroup.com

246 Federal Road, Brookfield 06804 431-8324 • southridgetech.com

3 Landmark Square, Suite 600, Stamford 06901 316-0112 • thetnsgroup.com

30 Grassy Plain St., Unit 5A, Bethel 06801 790-5222 • transcendbus.com

Ultra Golden Software LLC 35 Narrows Rocks Road, Westport 06880 227-4009 • ultragolden.com

U.S. Computer Connection

933 Hope St., Stamford 06907 356-0444 • uscomputer.com

Virtual Density LLC 4 Liberty St., Danbury 06810 987-4566 • virtualdensity.com

Webs for Good LLC

199 Elm St., New Canaan 06840 966-8308 • websforgood.com

Christopher Furey Founder 2008 Patti Geanakos Owner 1993

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EDUCATION

HCC's Broadie encourages student and business community synergy

BY PHIL HALL phall@westfairinc.com

ost interviews begin with a reporter asking a question, but Paul Broadie II opted to take the initial inquiry for his conversation with the Business Journal by asking this reporter, “Would you mind if we walked?” The Housatonic Community College (HCC) president was eager to offer a view of the newly completed 46,000-squre-foot student welcome center at the Bridgeport school. “It is a different approach,” he explained when walking down a brightly colored corridor and pointing out this section of the college. “We wanted to make sure we’re not bouncing students from office to office, but serving their needs in a more centralized location and providing information and services they need in a central location. Before this, we had a number of offices dispersed throughout college. Now, we put the offices in our one-stop center.” Broadie also highlighted the new approach at the registrar's office. “When you see one of these individuals,” he continued, referring to the office’s staff, “they can assist you with information on applying, paying, financial assistance and registering. In the past, students had to go to different offices to get all of those things.” The student welcome center is not the only new aspect that HCC will offer in its upcoming fall semester. Broadie noted that the college is preparing to introduce surgical technology as an academic program. “We’re hoping to bring in a class of 30 students,” he said. “It is a program that we inherited from Bridgeport Hospital, who was closing their surgical technology programs. The technical high schools were also closing their surgical technology programs — and we would have had none in the state. We will be the only surgical technology program in the state until others open — Gateway Community College will start in the spring and I believe Manchester Community College is looking to start a program.” Broadie became HCC’s president in April 2015 after serving as vice president for student services at SUNY Orange County Community College in Middletown, New York. But his focus is not strictly on academia — one of his degrees is

Paul Broadie II, president of Housatonic Community College. Photo by Phil Hall.

an MBA from Long Island University — and he is eager to address situations that serve both the students’ educational needs as well as the regional economy. He pointed to the college’s manufacturing studies curriculum as a win-win situation for students who earn a certificate and for local businesses that are guaranteed a workforce. “Many of those students are making decent salaries,” he said. “That program has a 100 percent job placement rate. We have a career development specialist who focuses exclusively on getting job placement. And the curriculum is tailored to the needs of an industry — that means students leaving here have the skills the employers are looking for.” And if the college is not offering courses to meet a specific business’ needs, Broadie added it can create customized training that can be held in the school or at the work site. “As far as getting involved in the com-

munity and making sure we are abreast of workforce needs and demands, we are nimble and have the ability to quickly respond to a need a business may have.” One disruption in this environment is Connecticut’s ongoing lack of a state budget. Broadie admitted that funding is his most significant challenge, adding that “if we had more funding, we’d have even more of an impact.” He said that because of the continued uncertainty in Hartford, HCC will continue to budget itself on “best-case scenarios” and make the necessary adjustments when the legislature and governor come to an agreement on the budget. As the fall semester approaches, HCC is finishing work on an additional 20,000 square feet of renovation that includes expanding the library, media services and tutorial services, along with new art studios and photography rooms. Broadie also is in conversations with

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) about having that school offer Bachelor of Arts classes at HCC. These expansions coincide with a growing student body. With 5,200 students returning for the fall semester, the college has seen enrollment rates uptick by 1 to 2 percent each year since Broadie became president. He referred to the tuition, which reaches up to $4,000 per year, as a “significant bargain,” and with a student body that is approximately two-thirds within the lowand middle-income demographic, Broadie saw HCC as a crucial destination for economic uplift. “By providing access to a degree or certificate, we are breaking the cycle of poverty,” he said, noting that many HCC graduates go on for additional degrees at SCSU, Fairfield University and the University of Connecticut. “We are showing them you can get there from here. Our tagline is: Stay Close, Go Far.”

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COLLEGE PLANNING

BY SEAN FLYNN

How to pay for college without bankrupting your family

hether you have just welcomed your first child into the world or your child is a sophomore in high school, it is crucial to have a college plan in place. Every family is different and college planning is not a one size fits all type of deal. But having a process-driven college plan and following some guidelines will prevent you from making decisions that will ultimately hurt your chances of receiving financial aid.

PLANNING

The first step one should take when they have a child is to develop a plan. Parents should be honest with themselves and evaluate their financial capabilities, because as with all aspects of finance, it is important to have a budget. Being aware of how much they have and how much they spend will help families plan and know realistically how much they can save each month for college without risking the necessities. It is vital in planning for college savings to not forget about

other financial matters. In most cases, clients should max out their 401(k) contributions before putting money into a college savings account. It is a lot easier to get a loan from the government or a private bank when you are working to help fund your child’s college than to help fund your retirement.

SAVING

One of the keys to saving is starting early and often. By starting early, you get to see the effect of compounding inter-

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est and will start to see your assets grow over time. It is important to create a savings plan and to stick with it throughout the years. Once you set an amount to save, automatic contributions are a great way to ensure you stick to your plan. As your financial picture improves, whether it be a promotion, new job or inheritance, revisit your savings plan and earmark more for college. Make sure to keep in mind that financial aid offices will look at how much money you made in the years leading up to your child’s freshman year. Where you put your money is also important. Consider using tax-friendly accounts, like 529 College Savings Accounts, which is a plan operated by a state or educational institution and offers tax advantages and potentially other incentives to make it easier to save for college and other post-secondary training for a designated beneficiary, such as a child or grandchild. The impact of taxes should also be taken into consideration when you are investing your money. Make sure the plan you choose has low-cost investment options. Some states do offer deductions or tax credits for contributions; however, some state plans have more fees than others. Ask yourself and your financial planner or accountant this question: In the long term is the tax deduction or credit better than the cheaper plan? In some cases, out-of-state plans have cheaper internal » COLLEGE , page 14

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expenses and fees making them a better option than using your home state’s plan for the credit. If you are earmarking a taxable account to help pay for your child’s college, it is recommended that you are in low cost, liquid and transparent investment vehicles.

APPLYING

Typically, during the sophomore year of high school is when parents and students start looking at colleges. Most families take into consideration major, location, academics, accommodations, but many parents overlook the financial component of this stage of life, sometimes until it is too late. When applying for schools most students have a “reach” and a “safety school” in regard to academics and admission.

This strategy should also be used for a school the family can afford and would like to have their child attend. Unfortunately, there is very little you can do to save for college when you are that late in the game and a lot of parents want their kids to go to schools they get in to but can’t afford the tuition and room and board costs. The result of this is picking up too much debt, altering spending and lifestyle and working longer. Parents should work with a financial adviser/college planner to come up with a “safety number,” which takes into consideration how much they can spend and how much debt is safe to take. Parents spend a substantial amount of time and money helping their kids prepare to get into a good school, through the costs of SAT tutors, athletic camps, travel teams, clubs, among other extracurricular activities. Parents should also be investing time and money into building a plan and working with a financial

adviser who can help them create a tailored college plan.

PAYING

Regardless of how much money you have saved, it is important to understand the role financial aid will play in a child’s education. The process of applying for need-based financial aid for college begins by students and parents completing one or two financial aid forms, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and/or the CSS Profile. There are some drastic differences between how each form calculates aid to be given. One example, the CSS profile counts the equity you have in your home and privately held businesses with under 100 employees as potential assets to pay for college while FAFSA does not. The CSS profile takes a closer look at your finances because they are giving away private money, not federal money from FAFSA. As common practice when filling out financial information, less

What will

is more, don’t over estimate. When schools begin sending offer letters, don’t settle. Share offers with the other schools your child applied to. Sometimes a call to the financial aid office to explain your financial situation can help get you more aid. Especially in cases where a student is gifted in academics, music or even athletics. There is only one universal truth when it comes to paying for college and that is: families with a detailed college plan fair better than those without one. It is not often that families file for bankruptcy because of college tuition, but many times parent’s retirement plans are delayed or not fulfilled. Besides the purchase of your first home, paying for college is going to be one of the biggest expenses a family will face and it is crucial that families start saving and planning early. Sean Flynn is a �inancial adviser at Essex Financial in Essex. Prior to joining Essex Financial, he worked as a �inancial adviser at Apella Capital, a registered investment adviser in Connecticut. A Fair�ield University graduate, Flynn has a Bachelor of Science degree in �inance from the Dolan School of Business. He is also a certi�ied college planning specialist through the National Institute of Certi�ied College Planners. He can be reached at sflynn@essex.�inancial.

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FACTS & FIGURES on the record BUILDING PERMITS

COMMERCIAL 680 Main Street LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Add a wall sign to the front of an existing commercial space at 680 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,400. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Abbey Tent & Party Rentals, Greenwich, contractor for St. Roch’s Church Corp. Add temporary tents to the property of an existing commercial space for a special event at 70 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1,900. Filed July 2017. Barrett Inc., Greenwich, contractor for the city of Danbury. Renovate the roof on an existing commercial space at 72 Hospital Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $82,293. Filed July 11. Boston HP LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Add new flood barriers to an existing commercial space at 1281 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $300,000. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Boston HP LLC, contractor for self. Construct a new medical suite on the first floor of an existing commercial space at 1281 E. Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2.5 million. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Broad & Summer Street Building LLP, contractor for self. Add a shedroof awning to an existing commercial space at 275 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Canzone Plaster & Tile Inc., Mount Vernon, N.Y., contractor for Stillman Management. Renovate the cement structure in an existing commercial space at 25 W. Elm St., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $6,000. Filed July 2017.

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Complete Dismantling Services LLC, Stamford, contractor for the Housing Authority of the city of Stamford. Demolish an existing apartment building at 172 Greenwich Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

MLR Properties LLC, contractor for 1799 Summer VR Partners LLC. Add and alter the existing office space with a rear access stairway and accessible ramp at 1799 Summer St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $161,645. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

Culbertson, Hawthorne, N.Y., contractor for Ten Middle LLC. Replace the barrier on an existing single-family residence at 10 Middle St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $745,000. Filed July 28.

New England Masonry Co., Naugatuck, contractor for Greenwich Academy. Remove the roof and concrete deck on an existing commercial space at 200 N. Maple Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $63,961. Filed July 2017.

Domack Restoration LLC, contractor for the town of Stamford. Replace part of a rotted roof on an existing commercial space at 398 Glenbrook Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $307,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. FM Realty LLC, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 261 Main St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Holzner, Louis, contractor for the city of Stamford. Change the doors and cafeteria counter in an existing commercial space at 800 Stillwater Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Holzner, Louis, contractor for the city of Stamford. Install a generator and remove old floodgates in an existing commercial space at 71 Dyke Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $2.6 million. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Magna Construction Limited LLC, contractor for the Church of Sacred Heart Corp. Renovate the chair lift and classrooms in an existing commercial space at 1 Schuyler Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $591,250. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Magna Construction Limited LLC, contractor for Stamford Hospital. Add new staff offices to an existing commercial space at 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford. Estimated cost: $245,100. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. McPhee Electric, Farmington, contractor for Bluesky Towers LLC. Add new antennas on to the roof of an existing commercial space at 220 Evergreen St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed July 26. Merritt Construction LLC, Monroe, contractor for 102 Greenwich Ave. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 102 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $95,000. Filed July 2017.

O&G Industries Inc., Torrington, contractor for the city of Stamford. Construct new police headquarters at 725 Bedford St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $43.4 million. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. PSEG, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Enclose a new commercial turbine building at 1 Atlantic St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $1.9 million. Filed July 26. Site Acquisitions Inc., contractor for Long Ridge Fire Co Inc. Replace the antennas on the roof of an existing commercial space at 366 Old Long Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Terrence, Minor, Danbury, contractor for Mill Post Realty. Shore up building for a commercial demolition at 136 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $4,764. Filed July 2017. TNREF111 High Ridge Road, Stamford, contractor for self. Perform an interior fit-out in an existing commercial space for a new tenant at 225 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $44,000. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Town of Greenwich Board of Education, Greenwich, contractor for self. Replace the gym floor in school at 55 Florence Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed July 2017. Town of Greenwich Board of Education, Greenwich, contractor for self. Renovate the cafeteria in school at 90 Hendrie Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed July 2017. Town of Greenwich Board of Education, Greenwich, contractor for self. Upgrade the interior of school at 309 Palmer Hill Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed July 2017. Town of Greenwich Board of Education, Greenwich, contractor for self. Renovate the ceiling in an existing commercial space at 285 Sound Beach Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed July 2017.

Town of Greenwich, Greenwich, contractor for self. Add to and elevate a house on a portion of the beach at 11 Tods Driftway, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $493,813. Filed July 2017. Tucciarone, James, Stratford, contractor for New Canaan Country School. Demolish the dining hall in an existing commercial space at 635 Frogtown Road, New Canaan. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed June 29. Usaty, Robert J., contractor for 653 Post Road Corp. Add a new façade and expand the interior of an existing commercial space at 653 Post Road, Fairfield. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed June 26. Yanes Home Improvement LLC, contractor for Cornerstone Apartments Property LLC. Install fire doors on an existing commercial space at 1425 Bedford St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

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Baer, William S., et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Alter the kitchen and demolish the interior walls between the kitchen and the dining area in an existing single-family residence at 16 Bouton St., Unit B-1, Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,900. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Bowman, Michael, Cheshire, contractor for Stuart Herman and Barbara Herman. Renovate the first floor in an existing single-family residence at 140 Topstone Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $8,250. Filed July 13. Bowman, Nicole and John Bowman, Greenwich, contractor for self. Add a washer and dryer to the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 56 Ritch Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed July 2017. Clements, Deborah, Redding, contractor for Kenneth Clements and Deborah Bueno. Add an in-ground pool to the property of an existing single-family residence at 41 Lamppost Drive, Redding. Estimated cost: $40,000. Filed July 11.

47 Connecticut Ave. LLC, Greenwich, contractor for self. Construct a new two-and-one-half story singlefamily residence at 47 Connecticut Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $609,000. Filed July 2017.

Connecticut Basement Systems Inc., Seymour, contractor for Peter Finiasz. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 98 Chatham Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $32,180. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

All Decked Out LLC, contractor for Patrick D. Lopath, et al. Remove and replace the decking on an existing single-family residence at 83 Ledge Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $18,299. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

Corbaxhi, Kreshnik, Stratford, contractor for self. Renovate the bathroom and dormer in an existing single-family residence at 262 Seaver Circle, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $8,700. Filed July 24.

Allstate Home Improvement, contractor for Michael E. Toscano Jr. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 14 Fairway Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $20,300. Filed July 10.

Correa, Juan, et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Add an above-ground pool to the property of an existing single-family residence at 48 Mulberry St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,500. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

Alonso Construction, Bridgeport, contractor for 301 Poplar St. LLC. Rebuild a second story near the porch of an existing single-family residence at 301-303 Poplar St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed July 26. Reisinger, Amanda and John Moran, Danbury, contractor for self. Alter the interior of an existing singlefamily residence at 1 Woody, Danbury. Cost undisclosed. Filed July 10. Andriano, Robert, Greenwich, contractor for self. Demolish the interior of an existing single-family residence at 39 Nutmeg Drive, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1,500. Filed July 2017. ARC Home Improvement, contractor for Misael Barrera. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 25 Pocono Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $11,000. Filed July 12.

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Cruz, Mario, contractor for Puritan House LLC. Remove the door and replace the siding on an existing single-family residence at 13 Carroll St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $14,000. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Dangelo, Michael, Greenwich, contractor for self. Build an overhang door on the foundation of an existing single-family residence at 68 Hillcrest Park Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $4,800. Filed July 2017. Digiorgi Roofing & Siding Inc., Beacon Falls, contractor for Colleen Wood. Add new siding to an existing single-family residence at 71 Powell Place, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed July 26.

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Diversified Int., Bridgeport, contractor for Daryll Harmon. Add fire doors to the exterior of a building at 30-32-34 Wakeman St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $2,800. Filed July 27.

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GOOD THINGS FAIRFIELD

Students launch test balloon carrying radiosonde.

From left, Joseph Siciliano, Victoria C. Newman, Peggy Hersam, Muffy Fox and Julie Faryniarz.

GREENWICH EDUCATION GROUP GIVES BACK

Students monitored atmospheric data radioed back from the balloon.

GETTING READY FOR THE ECLIPSE On Aug. 21, a total solar eclipse will be visible over a wide swath of the U.S. from Oregon to North Carolina. Here in the Northeast, we’ll experience a partial eclipse. Faculty and students on a Connecticut Space Grant Team at the University of Bridgeport (UB) have been working for two years on a national project to study the eclipse involving the U.S. space agency NASA along with scientists and academicians from around the country. The UB team will be traveling to the western part of Kentucky where the total eclipse will be visible for the longest time. During the eclipse, the UB team will be launching four weather balloons equipped with radiosondes, devices which take high-altitude atmospheric measurements and radio the data back to earth. In addition, they’ll launch two balloons equipped with cameras to send back live video of the eclipse from high in the atmosphere, where clouds and pollu-

tion won’t get in the way. The video will be live-streamed on the internet, so anyone can watch. The link to watch the live video will be https://eclipse2017.nasa. gov/eclipse-live-stream. At the Discovery Museum and Planetarium in Bridgeport on July 31, the university’s eclipse team conducted a test launch of a radiosonde-equipped balloon. UB professor Jani Macari Pallis said that students from the University of Hartford, high school students from Fairchild Wheeler Interdistrict Magnus Campus in Bridgeport and colleagues from Kentucky assisted in the testing. The balloon soared to 51,000 feet before radio contact was lost. UB mechanical engineering graduate student Shiva Sundaram explained that the radiosondes will be launched “…in succession: five minutes before the eclipse begins…40 minutes before eclipse totality, five minutes before totality, and 30 minutes after totality.”

The eighth annual Secondary School Fair of the Greenwich Education Group (GEG) was recently held at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich. More than 100 secondary school directors of admission were present as well as more than 400 prospective students and their families from Fairfield, Westchester, Putnam and New York City. The success of the event enabled GEG’s Founder and Executive Director Victoria C. Newman, Co-Director of Day and Boarding School Advisory Services Muﬀy Fox and Educational Consultant Peggy Hersam to present checks for $6,500 to two worthy Greenwich nonprofits. Joseph Siciliano, director of Parks and Recreation for the town of Greenwich, received $4,300 to support its

Youth Scholarship Fund, which provides children of income-eligible Greenwich families access to recreational programs. The scholarship fund is completely supported by donations from local businesses, community service organizations, corporations and individuals. Greenwich Alliance for Education Executive Director Julie Faryniarz received $2,200 to support the organization’s Avid CAP (college assistance program) Scholarship Fund, a collegereadiness program designed to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges. There’s information on programs in the town of Greenwich at greenwichct. org. Details on the AVID Scholarship Fund can be found on the website greenwichalliance.org.

$771K IN PEOPLE’S UNITED AWARDS The People’s United Community Foundation in Bridgeport, the philanthropic arm of People’s United Bank, announced that it awarded $187,500 during its second grant cycle of 2017 to nonprofit organizations throughout Fairfield County. The total donated in the communities it serves in New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine was $712,200. A total of 140 organizations benefited, including 30 in Fairfield. Funding covered programs ranging from basic needs services and affordable housing initiatives to education and workforce development activities. Fairfield recipients included Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, Bridgeport Res-

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cue Mission, The Workplace, Norwalk Community College Foundation, Carver Foundation of Norwalk, Inspirica, Mill River Collaborative and Sound Waters, among others. “People’s United Community Foundation is pleased to continue its support of the many nonprofit organizations in Fairfield County that are having a positive impact on our communities,” said Karen Galbo, executive director of the foundation. Established in 2007, People’s United Community Foundation was formed to help support programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for citizens in the communities that People’s United Bank serves.

Gov. Dannel Malloy, left, holds a certificate from Harvard during photo session at the Old State House in Hartford.

CT GREEN BANK GETS HARVARD AWARD The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, a research center at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, named the Connecticut Green Bank the winner of the 2017 Innovations in American Government Award. Included is a $100,000 grand prize to support the replication and dissemination of the initiative. Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said, “As cities and states across this country confront climate change, green banks can help mobilize more private investment and accelerate the growth of their local green energy economies.” The Green Bank is the first of its kind in the U.S. It was established by Malloy through bipartisan support from the Connecticut General Assembly in July 2011. The green bank model demonstrates how public resources can be leveraged to mobilize private investment in local green economies. Since 2011, for every public dollar invested, the bank has attracted six dollars of private investment. An estimated 13,000 jobs have been created through the Green Bank, which has also driven a total of $1 billion of clean energy investment across the state. This translates to more than 215 megawatts of clean power, over 20,000 projects and a reduction of carbon dioxide emissions by 2.6 million tons. Clean energy prices have decreased by up to 30 percent.

HAPPENING ALBANESE JOINS CATAMOUNT

Jennifer Skelley

Louis Albanese II recently joined Catamount Wealth Management in Westport as vice president. He will be part of the portfolio management team working on client development and relationships. Prior to joining Catamount, Albanese was an investment principal at Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures where he was responsible for investing in technology companies in the renewable energy, oil and gas, information technology and water sectors. He had been with First Solar, one of the world’s largest vertically integrated solar companies, and Merrill Lynch in New York and Hong Kong.

AUTISM RUN SET The third annual Kennedy Center Autism SpectRUN has been set for Sept. 10, beginning at Jennings Beach in Fairfield. Participants are asked to dress in as many colors as possible as they run, walk or stroll along the route through Fairfield's beach community. The event is scheduled to start at 8:30 a.m. when children take part in a noncompetition children’s run where every participant is a winner.

Annie Rotberg

STAFF PROMOTIONS AT APPA Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Andrew Darmohraj of American Pet Products Association (APPA) in Greenwich recently announced two staff promotions. Jennifer Skelley, who previously served as associate director of communications and public relations, has been promoted to director of communications and public relations. Skelley has been with APPA for more than 12 years and oversees all communications’ efforts, including public relations, social media and website content for the association, APPA’s Pets Add Life (PAL) campaign, and Global Pet Expo, the pet industry’s largest annual trade show. Annie Rotberg has been promoted from associate director of attendee services to director of attendee services. In her new role, Rotberg will continue to oversee all aspects of managing buyer qualification, registration and growing quality buyer attendance for the industry’s event, Global Pet Expo.

Some of the runners at last year’s SpectRUN.

Then, it will be warm-up exercises before the actual run begins at 9 a.m. There will be two routes — a 5K timed race for runners and walkers and a mile-long stroll for those who might be a bit less competitive. There also will be free games, face painting, a bounce house and more for the youngsters. The funds, that are raised will support The Autism Project. More information at kc-autism.org.

John Washko

WASHKO NEW VP AT MOHEGAN SUN John Washko has been hired by Mohegan Sun in Uncasville as vice president of exhibitions and conventions sales. He has been in the resort industry for more than 20 years, including executive roles with Atlantis in Paradise Island, Bahamas and The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. Washko will be involved with the sales and direction of the 132,000-square-foot Mohegan Sun Expo Center, currently being built near the Earth Tower at Mohegan Sun and slated to open in 2018. Washko has been recognized as one of the “Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in Sales & Marketing” in 2015 by Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International and in 2010 was awarded “Marketer of the Year” from HSMAI.

At the Cuddle Cot donation, from left: Janet Byrnes, Upper Room Thrift Shop volunteer; Michele Rybos, hospital nurse; and Dorrie Johnson, thrift shop volunteer.

CUDDLE COT AT DANBURY HOSPITAL Danbury Hospital recently received a donation for a Cuddle Cot that will be used at the hospital’s Family Birth Center where it will help grieving parents. The cot was obtained with a $3,000 donation from The Church of the Epiphany-Upper Room Thrift Shop in Southbury. It’s a medical cooling system that stabilizes a stillborn infant and allows parents to spend more time in the hospital to grieve their loss.

Jule McCombes-Tolis

MCCOMBES-TOLIS RECEIVES IDA APPOINTMENT The director of the reading and language development program at Fairfield University has been named the chief academic officer of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA). Jule McCombes-Tolis will continue in her present role at the university while taking on her new responsibilities with IDA. She has been an advocate for student literacy growth throughout her career and has dual expertise in special education and remedial reading. McCombes-Tolis will lead the IDA’s Educator Training Initiative, a nationwide effort to provide accreditation of university programs and teacher training that gives teachers better tools and enhanced knowledge of structured literacy. The National Institutes of Health estimates that from 6 to 17 percent of school age children have some form of dyslexia. It defines dyslexia as a learning disability that specifically impairs a person’s ability to read. In the general population, its prevalence is variously estimated at from 3 to 20 percent. Since its founding more than 65 years ago, IDA has educated the public and professionals about dyslexia, and identifying policy changes needed to deliver effective instruction to all students.

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FACTS

Ferraina, Sal, Redding, contractor for self. Renovate the kitchen and mudroom in an existing single-family residence at 343 Redding Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $18,000. Filed July 11.

Hopme Depot USA Inc., Port Chester, N.Y., contractor for self. Replace the windows on an existing single-family residence at 35 Greenleaf Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,400. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

Kolbusz, Casimir, Fairfield, contractor for self. Pour the foundation for a new one-family dwelling at 169 Lakeview Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed July 27.

Ferrandino Enterprises, Ridgefield, contractor for Bradley Menking and Lindsay Menking. Build a new deck with a handrail system at 246 Redding Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $28,000. Filed July 13.

Home Depot USA Inc., Port Chester, N.Y., contractor for self. Renovate the siding and coating on an existing single-family residence at 35 Greenleaf Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $8,942. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

Kolbusz, Casimir, Fairfield, contractor for self. Construct a new two-story single-family residence with a rear deck, three bedrooms, three-andone-half bathrooms and a two-car attached garage at 169 Lakeview Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $70,000. Filed July 27.

Home Depot USA Inc., Norwalk, contractor for Tareej A. Khan, et al. Remove and replace the shingles and ice sheathing on an existing two-family residence at 35 Highview Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $2,688. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

L&L Contracting LLC, contractor for Jaime L. Paladino, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 1380 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

Fletcher Development LLC, Ridgefield, contractor for Del Vento Tyler and Max Tyler. Demolish the interior of an existing single-family residence at 151 Park Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed July 2017. Franchi, Blake, et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Replace the kitchen and appliances in an existing single-family residence at 9 Ethan Allen Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $105,715. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

Howley, James, Redding, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 14 W. Redding Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $4,500. Filed July 13.

Goodwin, Kenn, Bridgeport, contractor for Joycelyn Sergeant. Alter the interior of an existing single-family residence at 57 Carver St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $28,500. Filed July 24.

Iriad, Doria, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 2148 North Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $11,000. Filed July 24.

Hamilla, William S., contractor for Peter Furth, et al. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 78 Hoyclo Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $27,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

Jensen’s Inc., contractor for self. Renovate a two-bedroom, two-bathroom mobile home at West Kenosia Avenue, Danbury. Estimated cost: $62,000. Filed July 10.

Harding, Bill, Redding, contractor for James Berray. Add a studio and master bedroom and bathroom to an existing single-family residence at 316 Black Rock Turnpike, Redding. Estimated cost: $180,000. Filed July 12. Henry, Michael E., contractor for Village Square 1. Reroof two carports on an existing single-family residence at 81 Park Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $36,650. Filed July 6. HF Wood Floors & Home Improvement, Stratford, contractor for Hernando Silva. Construct a new single-family residence at 74 Kaechele Place, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $100,000. Filed July 26. Hocon Gas, Danbury, contractor for Sutra Mayahana and Tantra Center Inc. Add a propane tank to the basement of an existing single-family residence at 86 Payne Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $550. Filed July 11. Home Depot USA Inc., contractor for Michael Siegel. Replace the windows on an existing single-family residence at 147 Berrian Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,822. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Home Depot USA Inc., Port Chester, N.Y., contractor for Susan Martin, et al. Replace the windows on an existing single-family residence at 286 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,996. Filed between July 17 and July 21.

JFL Builders LLC, contractor for Raudel Dominiquez, et al. Refinish the porch and replace the windows on an existing single-family residence at 38 Albin Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $6,460. Filed between July 17 and July 21. JTP Custom Woodworking, Wilton, contractor for Christopher Dimsey and Jocylyn Dimsey. Renovate the kitchen and appliances in an existing single-family residence at 9 Lockwood Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $200,000. Filed July 2017. Kaba Home Improvement LLC, contractor for Robert Mengahis, et al. Finish the basement with a bedroom and a TV room in an existing singlefamily residence at 29 Nichols Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $22,440. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Katz Contracting LLC, contractor for Karen Cammarota and Frank Cammarota. Replace an open deck on an existing single-family residence at 1 Ole Musket Lane, Danbury. Estimated cost: $13,000. Filed July 12. Katz Contracting LLC, Park City Ridge Condominium Association Inc. Park Ridge Condominium Association Inc. Remove the wall and repair the deck on an existing single-family residence at 8 Rose Lane, Danbury. Estimated cost: $28,000. Filed July 12. Kenefic, Patricia, Redding, contractor for self. Add a canopy over the barn on the property of an existing single-family residence at 5 Topledge Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $500. Filed July 10.

Ladyka, Mykola, Stamford, contractor for self. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 115 Fourth St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. LAM Carpentry LLC, contractor for Ramon Hernandez, et al. Add a master bedroom, kitchen and raise the roof of an existing single-family residence at 19 Albin Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $209,665. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. LJP Contractors LP, contractor for Seth I. Mayo, et al. Renovate the master bathroom, powder room, front porch and the entry at an existing single-family residence at 44 Joan Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $45,000. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Lopez, Ivan, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Finish the basement in an existing single-family residence at 198 Rocton Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $1,000. Filed July 25. Lukac, Anthony, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence and strip and reroof at 1753 Boston Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed July 26. Makovsky, Jonathan, Stamford, contractor for self. Add a bonus room over the garage of an existing singlefamily residence at 188 Slice Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $49,430. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Mark A. Caviola LLC, Ridgefield, contractor for Anthony M. R. Longo. Demolish an existing single-family residence at 111 Bowman Drive, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed July 2017. MBGC LLC, Greenwich, contractor for Carmine Santoro, et al. Demolish a garage on the property of an existing single-family residence at 51 Sheephill Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $1,500. Filed July 2017. MBGC LLC, Greenwich, contractor for Carmine Santoro, et al. Demolish an existing single-family residence at 51 Sheephill Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $9,800. Filed July 2017.

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FIGURES McNally, Suzanne and Brian J. McNally, Danbury, contractor for self. Add a front porch with a roof to an existing single-family residence at 49 Clearview Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $1,500. Filed July 13. Meigs, Kelli R., Danbury, contractor for self. Extend a deck at an existing single-family residence at 224 Middle River Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $10,000. Filed July 6. Montalvan, Segura, Jose R., Danbury, contractor for self. Replace the insulation and siding on an existing single-family residence at South King Street, Danbury. Estimated cost: $1,720. Filed July 10. Mota, Connie and Luis F. Mota, Danbury, contractor for self. Remove and replace the siding on an existing single-family residence at 19 Mallory St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $9,000. Filed July 5. MSL Group Inc., Easton, contractor for Mike Licamile. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 216-220 Brook St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $50,000. Filed July 24. Orgera, Steven W., et al., Stamford, contractor for self. Add a new deck to an existing single-family residence at 76 Crestwood Drive, Stamford. Estimated cost: $11,000. Filed between July 24. and Aug 4. Pagliuca, Catherine and Anthony Pagliuca Jr., Danbury, contractor for self. Construct a four-bedroom single-family residence with a twocar garage, unfinished basement and two-and-one-half bathrooms at 7 Josh Lane, Danbury. Estimated cost: $270,000. Filed July 11. Panteleimon Hatzivasiliadis LLC, Stamford, contractor for John J. Austin, et al. Re-side an existing singlefamily residence at 7 Hastings Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,800. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Pembroke Construction Inc., contractor for Long Point Properties LLC. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at Great Plain Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $10,500. Filed July 7. Pepe, William S., Greenwich, contractor for self. Add a garage over the parking area of an existing single-family residence at 792 North St., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $300,000. Filed July 2017. Pham, Ai Ngoc, Danbury, contractor for self. Repair fire damage to an existing single-family residence at 8 Cook St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $75,000. Filed July 11. Pirone Construction, Bethel, contractor for Kristin Foster. Renovate the kitchen and three-season room in an existing single-family residence at 38 Chestnut Woods Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $4,581. Filed July 13.

Pomeroy, Dean, Greenwich, contractor for self. Finish the basement, family room, utility room, bathroom and gym in an existing single-family residence at 19 Nicholas Ave., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $15,000. Filed July 2017. Pondview Development LLC, contractor for self. Construct a new single-family residence with four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two half bathrooms and a two-car garage at 1 Corner Pond Court, Danbury. Estimated cost: $34,330. Filed July 10. Pondview Development LLC, contractor for self. Construct a detached garage on the property of an existing single-family residence at 1 Corner Pond Court, Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,284. Filed July 10. Posigen, contractor for Damion Wallace and Kereen Wallace. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 14 Laurel St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,810. Filed July 10. Posigen, contractor for Cory A. Denninger and Anna F. Denninger. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 21 Benson Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $18,810. Filed July 6. Power Home Remodeling Group Inc. LLC, Chester, Pa., contractor for Lorraine M. Furino. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 47 Driftway Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $20,744. Filed July 10. Power Home Remodeling Group Inc. LLC, Chester, Pa., contractor for Francisco Solis. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 27 Town Hill Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $9,967. Filed July 10. Power Home Remodeling Group Inc. LLC, Chester, Pa., contractor for Robert E. Zarbock. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 59 Belmont Circle, Unit 2, Danbury. Estimated cost: $6,818. Filed July 11. Power Home Remodeling Group Inc. LLC, Chester, Pa., contractor for Ananth Ganti Venkata, et al. Remove and replace the windows in an existing single-family residence at 117 White Birch Lane, Stamford. Estimated cost: $10,169. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Quain, Cherie, Greenwich, contractor for self. Construct a gazebo on the rear of an existing single-family residence at 81 Duncan Drive, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $2,500. Filed July 2017. Queiroga, Wanderson, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Add a full second floor to an existing single-family residence at 125 Cowles St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $25,000. Filed July 24. Robert Martin Electrical, Bethel, contractor for Ronald Van Oostendorp. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 18 Huckleberry Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $2,900. Filed July 17.

Ruggles, Deanna J., Stamford, contractor for self. Add a deck to the back of an existing single-family residence at 307 Club Road, Stamford. Estimated cost: $13,950. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Santos, Jose F., Danbury, contractor for self. Alter the interior of an existing single-family residence at 33 Hillside Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed July 11. Saradin, Scott, Danbury, contractor for self. Add a deck to an existing single-family residence at 12 Spruce Mountain Trail, Danbury. Estimated cost: $80,200. Filed July 11. Servidio Landscaping LLC, Stamford, contractor for Mary Anne McNiff. Demolish a garage on the property of an existing single-family residence at 27 Hawthorne Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $3,000. Filed July 2017. Servidio Landscaping LLC, Stamford, contractor for Mary Anne McNiff. Demolish an existing single-family residence at 27 Hawthorne Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $8,000. Filed July 2017. Signature Pools Inc., Norwalk, contractor for John R. Muchnicki. Add an in-ground pool to the property of an existing single-family residence at 155 Cat Rock Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $80,000. Filed July 2017. Singh, Abhay, Greenwich, contractor for self. Add an apartment to the basement at 20 Martin Drive, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $30,000. Filed July 2017. Solar City Corp., Milford, contractor for Flaviana Campos. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing singlefamily residence at Marion Street, Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $6,480. Filed July 7. Solar City Corp., Milford, contractor for Wimley Moore. Strip and reroof an existing single-family residence at 1223 Wood Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $7,200. Filed July 7. Solar City Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for The P’s Place LLC. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 191 Lonetown Road, Redding. Estimated cost: $16,215. Filed July 10. Solar City Corp., Rocky Hill, contractor for self. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 108 Sutton Drive East, Stamford. Estimated cost: $36,660. Filed between July 17 and July 21. Steiner, Karin B., contractor for Beachwood Construction & Home Maintenance. Construct a detached garage on the property of an existing single-family residence at 19 Carlin St., Norwalk. Estimated cost: $7,000. Filed July 7.

FACTS Strano, Orazio and Silva Grace, Danbury, contractor for self. Alter the interior of an existing single-family residence at 15 Mc Dermott St., Danbury. Cost undisclosed. Filed July 10. Strazza Building & Construction, Stamford, contractor for Jeremy Murphy and Jessica Murphy. Renovate the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 201 Shore Road, Greenwich. Estimated cost: $75,213. Filed July 2017. Strazza Building & Construction, Stamford, contractor for Victoria R. Kemmerer. Renovate the kitchen in an existing single-family residence at 850 North St., Greenwich. Estimated cost: $65,000. Filed July 2017. Sunrun Installation Services Inc., contractor for Helio DeSouza. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 10 Hospital Ave., Danbury. Estimated cost: $15,424. Filed July 13. Sunset Cottages LLC, contractor for self. Renovate the siding on an existing single-family residence at 20 Driftway Road, Danbury. Estimated cost: $5,000. Filed July 10. Suy, Navy, Bridgeport, contractor for self. Add a shed to the property of an existing single-family residence at 176 Cedar St., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $3,800. Filed July 26. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new single-family residence with three bedrooms, two-and-one-half bathrooms, one-car garage and finished basement at 27 Mooreland Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $202,433. Filed July 6. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new single-family residence with three bedrooms, three-and one-half bathrooms, one-car garage and finished basement at 29 Mooreland Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $202,433. Filed July 6. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new single-family residence with three bedrooms, two-and-one-half bathrooms, one-car garage and finished basement at 31 Mooreland Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $202,433. Filed July 6. Toll CT III Ltd Partnership, Newtown, contractor for Toll CT III Limited Partnership. Construct a new single-family residence with three bedrooms, two-and-one-half bathrooms, one-car garage and finished basement at 33 Mooreland Drive, Danbury. Estimated cost: $202,433. Filed July 6. Trinity Heating & Air Inc., Rocky Hill, contractor for Elaine Carrington. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 6 Sheridan St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $4,926. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4.

Trinity Heating & Air Inc., Rocky Hill, contractor for Maria VazquezGonvalves Maria. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 95 Holcomb Ave., Stamford. Estimated cost: $20,126. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Trinity Heating & Air Inc., Rocky Hill, contractor for Jarleth P. Carroll, et al. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 518 Hope St., Stamford. Estimated cost: $1,207. Filed between July 24 and Aug 4. Trinity Solar, Rocky Hill, contractor for Carlos Trigueros and Edna Trigueros. Add solar panels to the roof of an existing single-family residence at 47 Olive St., Danbury. Estimated cost: $25,195. Filed July 12. Vase Management LLC, Bridgeport, contractor for Diane Rogers. Re-side an existing single-family residence and add a new roof at 181 Trumbull Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $35,000. Filed July 26. Weiss, John, Carmel, N.Y., contractor for John Gelinas and Carole Buddenhagen. Remove and replace the deck and the greenhouse at an existing single-family residence at 58 Drummer Lane, Redding. Estimated cost: $60,000. Filed July 11. Zacharias & Co., Seymour, contractor for Noble Estates LLC. Renovate the interior of an existing single-family residence at 1201-1203 Park Ave., Bridgeport. Estimated cost: $4,000. Filed July 28.

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.

FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT 2661 Berlin Turnpike Associates LLC, Filed by Modesto Hernandez. Plaintiff’s attorneys: Louis I. Mussman, Waterbury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this Americans with Disabilities Act suit against the defendant alleging that it failed to have a clear path from its parking lot to its store. As a result the wheelchairs could not easily be removed from the cars. The plaintiff claims an order for the defendant to be ADA compliant to render the facility accessible to disabled individuals. Case no. 3:17-cv-01241-VAB. Filed July 24.

Aspen Licensing International Inc. Filed by Vincent Camuto LLC. Plaintiff’s attorney: Ferdinand IP LLC, Westport. Action: The plaintiff has brought this trademark infringement suit against the defendant alleging that it has the exclusive license for the trademark “Lucky” in connection with handbags. The defendant allegedly used unauthorized images from known brands in an attempt to misrepresent the customers and also diluted the trademarks. The plaintiff seeks a declaration that it is the owner of the marks and that it has not infringed on any rights owned by the defendant. Case no. 3:17-cv-01271-VLB Filed July 28. Broder & Orland LLC. Filed by Kathleen Russell. Plaintiff’s attorney: Anthony Rosato Minchella of Minchella & Associates LLC, Middlebury. Action: The plaintiff has brought this fair labor standards act suit against the defendant alleging that it failed to pay her overtime wages and failed to keep accurate records of the hours she worked, causing damages. The plaintiff claims a reinstatement of her previous position, back pay, front pay, attorney’s fees and punitive damages. Case no.3:17-cv-01237-VAB. Filed July 24. Community Health Services Inc., et al. Filed by Richard Austin, Middletown. Plaintiff’s attorney: selfrepresenting. Action: The plaintiff has brought this job discrimination suit against the defendants alleging that he was employed by them, yet terminated despite his good performance, and replaced by a younger worker. The plaintiff alleges that the defendants created a pretext to mask unlawful age discrimination against the plaintiff. The plaintiff claims lost pay, compensatory damages, expectancy damages, punitive damages, costs, witness fees and attorney’s fees. Case no. 3:17-cv-01234-SRU. Filed July 24. Flosscare World Wide Inc., et al. Filed by Proxycare Worldwide Inc. Plaintiff’s attorney: Harold F. McGuire LLC, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this racketeering suit against the defendants alleging that they colluded together in order to misappropriate trade secrets and otherwise compete unfairly with the plaintiff. The plaintiff claims a restraining order to be filed against the defendants. Case no. 3:17-1262-WWE. Filed July 27. Main Street American Assurance Co. Filed by Hartford Casualty Insurance Co. Plaintiff’s attorney: Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker LLP, Stamford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this insurance contract suit against the defendant alleging a diversity action for equitable contribution and subrogation based upon the defendant’s alleged wrongful refusal to contribute toward the defense and settlement of a construction-defect claim brought against a contractor who was sued by both the plaintiff and defendant. The plaintiff claims monetary damages of at least $156,000 and such other and further relief as the court may find appropriate in either law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-01251-SRU Filed July 26.

FIGURES Master Home Improvement. Filed by Evanston Insurance. Plaintiff’s attorney: Seiger Gfeller Laurie LLP, West Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this diversity suit against the defendant involving the specifics of the insurance contracts with which the parties operate. The plaintiff seeks a judgment to confirm it has no contractual agreement to defend or indemnity the defendant in this case. Case no. 3:17-cv-01259-JAM. Filed July 26. Ocean State Jobbers Inc., North Kingston, R.I. Filed by Duracell U.S. Operations Inc., Bethel. Plaintiff’s attorney: Day Pitney LLP, Hartford. Action: The plaintiff has brought this trademark infringement suit against the defendant alleging that it sold “grey market” Duracell batteries, which had not been approved for sale in the United States, causing confusion to customers. The plaintiff claims injunctive relief, damages, treble damages, attorneys’ fees, costs, punitive damages and such other and further relief as may be required in law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-01266-VLB. Filed July 28.

R.K. Insulation Contractors Inc., et al. Filed by Paul Camara, et al. Action: The plaintiffs have brought this employee benefit suit against the defendants alleging that they failed to make timely payments of benefits to the plan contributions for plaintiffs funds, causing damages. The plaintiffs claim an accounting of $155,000 in unpaid contributions and such other and further relief as the court may find appropriate in either law or equity. Case no. 3:17-cv-01265-VLB. Filed July 28. Walmart Stores East LP. Filed by Kelsey MacLellan. Plaintiff’s attorney: Sabatini & Associates. Action: The plaintiff has brought this disability suit against the defendant alleging that he was eligible for leave under the Family Medical Leave Act because he had a disorder listed in the DSM, which the defendant was aware of. The plaintiff was allegedly terminated for trying to exercise his rights under the FMLA. The plaintiff claims $750,000 in monetary damages and punitive damages. Case no. 3:17-01258-WWE. Filed July 26.

DEEDS

COMMITTEE DEEDS Hines, Cordell, et al., Greenwich. Appointed committee: Michael C. Jachimczyk, Stamford. Property: 59 Halsey Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $828,000. Docket no. FST-CV-166027789-S. Filed July 18.

COMMERCIAL 296 Round Hill Road LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Christian Perry and Annette Perry, Greenwich. Property: 296 Round Hill Road, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed July 20.

2M Redevelopment Group LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Kevin G. Fox and Leslie S. Fox, Monroe. Property: 256 Jackson Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $124,999. Filed July 19. 63 Richfield LLC, Trumbull. Seller: Kimberly A. Bryant and Raymond Bryant, Wilton. Property: 63 Richfield Road, Bridgeport. Amount: $215,000. Filed July 18. 951 Post Road LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Beatrice D. Steneck, Fairfield. Property: 951 Post Road, Fairfield. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 28. AZ Realty LLC, Fairfield. Seller: Amjad Ali Khan and Syed Ziauddin, Irvine, Calif. Property: Unit 75 of Sunnyridge Condominium, Fairfield. For no consideration paid. Filed July 12. Connecticut Commercial Facilities Services LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Diplomat Property Manager LLC, Chicago, Ill. Property: 452 Union Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $51,000. Filed July 20. Greenwich Associates LLC, Norwalk. Seller: Daryl Gruber Kulok and Scott Kulok, Greenwich. Property: Lot 29, Map 1434, Greenwich. Amount: $4 million. Filed July 18.

Powerscourt Westover LLC, Fairfield. Seller: B. Joan Hickey, Guilford. Property: 1501 Kings Highway, Fairfield. Amount: $382,500. Filed July 14. Promisor Relocation LLC, Chicago, Ill. Seller: Matthew DeMonte and Monika DeMonte, Westport. Property: 18 Church Street South, Westport. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed July 12. R.A.Y. LLC, Brooklyn, N.Y. Seller: Tyrell M. Anderson, Acworth, Ga. Property: 75 Wheeler Ave., Unit 409, Bridgeport. Amount: $87,000. Filed July 18. Riverstone TC LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Michael T. Rogers, Greenwich. Property: 5 Gard Court, Greenwich. Amount: $885,000. Filed July 19. Rock Hall Gardens LLC, Lawrence, N.Y. Seller: Jason D. Goncalves, Laura A. Goncalves and Matthew J. Goncalves, Bridgeport. Property: 333 Vincellette St., Unit 145, Bridgeport. Amount: $126,000. Filed July 18. SandoInvestments LLC, Danbury. Seller: Joseph Minfield Jr. and Jacqueline Minfield, Bridgeport. Property: 215 Edna Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $121,500. Filed July 21.

Greenwich Hospital, Greenwich. Seller: Lisa Gabriele DiPietro and Francesco DiPietro, Greenwich. Property: Lot 33, Map 1073, Greenwich. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed July 14.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Oklahoma City, Okla. Seller: M&T Bank, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 1042 Howard Ave., Bridgeport. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 18.

LMN CT5 Company LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Kevin W. Burke and Amy P. Burke, Greenwich. Property: Parcel B, Map 7701, Greenwich. Amount: $4.9 million. Filed July 18.

Sod Family Living Trust, Westport. Seller: Timothy F. Brown, Westport. Property: 16 Burr Farms Road, Westport. Amount: $3.2 million. Filed July 14.

Morningside Drive Homes LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Emil Fish, Greenwich. Property: 20 and 26 Morningside Drive South, Westport. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 17.

Titanium Properties LLC, Orange. Seller: Lisa Rose, Bridgeport. Property: 40 Rainbow Road, Bridgeport. Amount: $75,000. Filed July 19.

Municipal Corp., Bridgeport. Seller: Manuel F. Saquipulla, Corona, N.Y. Property: 638 Newfield Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $100,000. Filed July 19. National Residential Nominee Services Inc. Eden Prairie, Minn. Seller: Kaylan E. Gillespie and Peter G. Gillespie, Fairfield. Property: 50 Drumm Road, Fairfield. Amount: $685,000. Filed July 26. Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Coppell, Texas. Seller: Edgardo Rosa, Bridgeport. Property: 334 Birmingham St., Bridgeport. For no consideration paid. Filed July 21. Nationstar REO Sub 1B LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 32 Oakdale St., Bridgeport. For no consideration paid. Filed July 21. Palmer Island LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Julia S. Wilson, Greenwich. Property: South End Court, Greenwich. Amount: $2 million. Filed July 11.

Trofa Coastal Construction LLC, Wilton. Seller: 926 Reef LLC, Fairfield. Property: 926 Reef Road, Fairfield. Amount: $300,000. Filed July 24. Twenty Three CRR LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Achim Maximilian Holmes and Marion Boucher Holmes, Greenwich. Property: Clapboard Ridge Road, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed July 21. WAMS LLC, Greenwich. Seller: Howard D. Marsh, Mill Neck, N.Y. Property: 15 Orchard Hill Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $2.6 million. Filed July 14. WPG Properties 2 LLC, Bridgeport. Seller: Michael J. Candela, Monroe. Property: 217 Robin St., Bridgeport. Amount: $42,500. Filed July 17.

RESIDENTIAL Alza, Deborah and Juan Carlos Alza, Greenwich. Seller: Vincent Andreoli, Greenwich. Property: 10 Buena Vista Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $640,000. Filed July 17.

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FACTS Aminyar, Mohammed M., Bellerose, N.Y. Seller: CT East Main LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 1070-1086 E. Main St., Bridgeport. Amount: $950,000. Filed July 17. Antunes, Amelia M., Maria Vaz and Serafim M. Antunes, Shelton. Seller: Sefarim M. Antunes and Amelia Antunes, Bridgeport. Property: 1339-1341 Noble Ave., Bridgeport. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 17. Archibald, Gregory A., Redwood City, Calif. Seller: Robert G. Goddu and Lurene H. Goddu, Westport. Property: 34 Colony Road, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed July 17. Barry, Polly M., Westport. Seller: Candie Fisher, Stamford. Property: 8 Gray Lane, Westport. Amount: $2.8 million. Filed July 21. Barwinski, Jennifer L. and Michael H. Barwinski, Fairfield. Seller: National Residential Nominee Services Inc., Eden Prairie, Minn. Property: 50 Drumm Road, Fairfield. Amount: $685,000. Filed July 26. Bierman, Jennifer A. and Adam G. Bradsell, Greenwich. Seller: Monica Elosua, Greenwich. Property: Lot 131, Map 2590, Greenwich. Amount: $1.2 million. Filed July 14. Black, Allison M., Bridgeport. Seller: Sukhsuren Tseden, Bridgeport. Property: 2625 Park Ave., Unit 5B, Bridgeport. Amount: $96,900. Filed July 19. Bohling, Deborah U. and John S. Bohling, Greenwich. Seller: Ronald D. Weiner, Greenwich. Property: 44 Orchard Place, Unit B, Greenwich. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed July 17. Bongiovanni, Jennifer L., Fairfield. Seller: Scott M. Pelle and Kristina S. Pelle, Fairfield. Property: 51 Blaine St., Fairfield. Amount: $620,000. Filed July 24. Bradshaw, Lizabeth, Bridgeport. Seller: Clare E. Liberis, Bridgeport. Property: 39 Brittin Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $329,000. Filed July 17. Cabrera, Walter, Bridgeport. Seller: Nationstar REO Sub 1B LLC, Bridgeport. Property: 32 Oakdale St., Bridgeport. Amount: $130,100. Filed July 21. Cao, Mei Fang and Jian Ping Lin, Fairfield. Seller: Siu Ling Tung, Fairfield. Property: 33 Rakoczyk Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $508,000. Filed July 14. Casey, Jillian R. and Ari Lejfer, Fairfield. Seller: Carol A. Warner, Fairfield. Property: Parcel B, Map 4902, Fairfield. For an unknown amount paid. Filed July 28. Cervia, Meredith Katherine Ressi and Alexander Vittorio Ressi Di Cervia, New York, N.Y. Seller: Andrew S. Gleeman, Fairfield. Property: 630 Shub Oak Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $910,000. Filed July 28.

Clay, Mayu A. and Brian K. Clay, Norwalk. Seller: Theodore Z. Zarembo and Catherine C. Zarembo, Westport. Property: 93 Roseville Road, Westport. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed July 14. Cooper, Kim C. and Henry L. Cooper, Chicago, Ill. Seller: Bluewater Burnham 42 LLC, Westport. Property: 42 Burnham Hill, Westport. Amount: $2.8 million. Filed July 14. Danbeck, Lara N. and John Danbeck, Brooklyn, N.Y. Seller: Richard DiDonato and Catherine DiDonato, Westport. Property: 382 Main St., Westport. Amount: $875,000. Filed July 18. Danial, Kiana and Matthew J. Tarascio, Stamford. Seller: Kenji Higuchi, Norwalk. Property: 3 Acorn Lane, Westport. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed July 13. DiPietro, Lisa Gabriele and Francesco DiPietro, Greenwich. Seller: Diane V. Elliott, Greenwich. Property: Lot 8, Map 1290, Greenwich. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed July 17. Doonan, Cindy and Mark Laclair, Westport. Seller: Tabitha Purdy Song, Westport. Property: 10 Appletree Lane, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed July 21. Dortenzio, Lisa A. and Jane P. Dortenzio, Bridgeport. Seller: Yohuru Williams, Bridgeport. Property: Unit 85 of Foxledge Condominium, Bridgeport. Amount: $122,500. Filed July 17. Dowling, Sean Patrick and Darren Grant Davis, Greenwich. Seller: 186 Milbank LLC, Greenwich. Property: 190 Milbank Ave., Unit B, Greenwich. Amount: $3.4 million. Filed July 17.

Feczko, Joseph P., Stamford. Seller: Vicky Lynn Howard, Danbury. Property: Unit 1241 of Orient Condominium, Fairfield. Amount: $845,000. Filed July 13.

Licker, Barbara F., Westport. Seller: Philip H. Vernon and Joyce L. Vernon, Naples, Fla. Property: 245 Unquowa Road, Unit 109, Fairfield. Amount: $329,500. Filed July 14.

Ferreira, Kelley DaSilva and Charles Ferreira, Fairfield. Seller: Marcos A. Rodriguez and Berta Rodriguez, Fairfield. Property: 230 Holly Dale Road, Fairfield. Amount: $670,000. Filed July 13.

Lobeira, Monica and Bernardo Elosua, Greenwich. Seller: Philip J. DiGennaro and Jeanne H. DiGennaro, Greenwich. Property: 51 Brookridge Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed July 17.

Fuscaldo, Alana, Norwalk. Seller: Sanford C. Wilder, Grafton, Ill. Property: Lot 16, Map 2896, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed July 17.

Lopez, Erin and Derek Lopez, Fairfield. Seller: Richard Goldman and Dianne Goldman, Fairfield. Property: 77 Patricia Circle, Fairfield. Amount: $910,000. Filed July 28.

Garcia, Eslin and Juan Diaz, East Elmhurst, N.Y. Seller: Maryann Nepa, Fairfield. Property: 91 Soundview Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $342,500. Filed July 14. Garofalo, Janice and Frank Garofalo, Holden, Mass. Seller: Devin J. White and Meghan M. White, Fairfield. Property: 792 S. Pine Creek Road, Fairfield. Amount: $837,500. Filed July 24. Gigliotti, Vincent, Shelton. Seller: Patricia Mencucci and Roseanne Geer, Bridgeport. Property: 364 Truman St., Bridgeport. Amount: $126,000. Filed July 18. Giron, David A., Bridgeport. Seller: Felix J. Montes, Doris Montes, John Sierra and Gladys Sierra, Bridgeport. Property: 720 Queen St., Bridgeport. Amount: $290,000. Filed July 18. Harvey, Kate Cornell and Scott Harvey, Greenwich. Seller: Robert Ballantine and Caroline M. Ballantine, Greenwich. Property: Burning Tree Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.7 million. Filed July 17.

Ducasse, Kerry Ann, Bridgeport. Seller: Reverse Mortgage Solutions Inc., Houston, Texas. Property: 161 Earl Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $85,000. Filed July 19.

Hugh-Jones, Anna and Alex HughJones, Greenwich. Seller: George E. Braun Jr. and Ellen Clarke Braun, Greenwich. Property: Lot 5, Map 292, Greenwich. Amount: $856,000. Filed July 14.

Ducksworth, Lovely Jamison, Bridgeport. Seller: Carlos A. Silva and Marlene S. Silva, Bridgeport. Property: 446 Catherine St., Bridgeport. Amount: $156,000. Filed July 18.

Jenkins, Jennifer and Jared Jenkins, Cedar Grove, N.Y. Seller: Christine Alfone, Fairfield. Property: 1055 Stillson Road, Fairfield. Amount: $560,000. Filed July 26.

Edgell, Jessica and Robert Edgell, Greenwich. Seller: Ronald Benjamin Dreskin and Denise Ann Dreskin, Greenwich. Property: 57 Indian Field Road, Greenwich. Amount: $2.1 million. Filed July 14.

Kareem, Rast A. and Oshaine L. Richardson, Bridgeport. Seller: Mapar Construction LLC, Trumbull. Property: 283-285 Bronx Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $275,000. Filed July 19.

Edward, Una and Livingston Edwards, Trumbull. Seller: Raymond Engen, Bridgeport. Property: 116118 Morningside Drive, Bridgeport. Amount: $245,000. Filed July 21. Estrade, Raul Morineau, Redding. Seller: June A. Fagan, Redding. Property: 59 Ledgewood Road, Redding. Amount: $595,000. Filed July 13.

FIGURES

Kovach, Leah B. and Michael J. Kovach, Bronxville, N.Y. Seller: Ralph J. Herbert Jr. and Michelle E. Ryan, Westport. Property: 6 Franklin Ave., Westport. Amount: $915,000. Filed July 14. Leifer, Roger J., Westport. Seller: Sherif Meleis and Deena Emera, Westport. Property: 180 Wilton Road, Westport. Amount: $1.1 million. Filed July 20.

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Maeda, Wendy N. and Brian Maeda, South Pasadena, Calif. Seller: Wilmot Harkey and Papri Bhattacharya, Fairfield. Property: 46 Hillspoint Road, Westport. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed July 21. Mahmoud, Nancy S. and Mohamed Abelsadek, Westport. Seller: Michisan LLC, Westport. Property: 3 Davis Lane, Westport. Amount: $2 million. Filed July 14. Malone, Jane, Meriden. Seller: Thomas Klinko, Bridgeport. Property: 550-552 Laurel Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $40,000. Filed July 20. Malone, Jane, Meriden. Seller: Steven J. Klinko, Titusville, Fla. Property: 550552 Laurel Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $40,000. Filed July 20. Malone, Jane, Meriden. Seller: Karen Patrick, Fairfield. Property: 550-552 Laurel Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $40,000. Filed July 20. Malone, Jane, Meriden. Seller: Laurie Huneke, Naugatuck. Property: 550552 Laurel Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $40,000. Filed July 20. Melfi, David, Monroe. Seller: Stephanie Omorogbe, Westport. Property: 5 Ivy Terrace, Westport. Amount: $430,000. Filed July 21. Merolla, Gianfranco, Greenwich. Seller: Brian M. Gilmartin and Mary Gilmartin, Greenwich. Property: 31 Hollow Wood Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $735,000. Filed July 17. Moran, Kathleen E. and David E. Moran, Greenwich. Seller: Marie Elisabeth Booth, Stamford. Property: Unit 30 of Georgetown North Condominium, Greenwich. Amount: $860,000. Filed July 19. Mukherjee, Sumilita and Kaustav Mukherjee, Fairfield. Seller: Mark Mancini and Jennifer Stagner-Mancini, Fairfield. Property: Lot 25, Crest Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $550,000. Filed July 26. Nelson, Morgan K. and Robert J. Nelson, Trumbull. Seller: Stephen Schleier, Mount Pleasant, S.C. Property: 25 Mayweed Road, Fairfield. Amount: $540,000. Filed July 13.

Norwood, Jeanine, Milford. Seller: Jack Lam and Cheryl Lam. Fairfield. Property: 615 S. Pine Creek Road, Fairfield. Amount: $580,000. Filed July 24. Palmieri, Donna, Fairfield. Seller: Ileana Muxo and Michael Ferry, Fairfield. Property: Lot 9, of Forest Heights, Fairfield. Amount: $395,500. Filed July 24. Papageorge, Elias G., Fairfield. Seller: Stephen Chokshi and Kate Weiss, Fairfield. Property: Lots 32, Map 369, Fairfield. Amount: $450,000. Filed July 24. Perez, Isabel and Jaime LopezAranguren, Greenwich. Seller: Santiago Lima Quintana and Barbara Maschwitz, Greenwich. Property: Lots 35 and 38, Map 1114, Greenwich. Amount: $1.8 million. Filed July 21. Perito, Michelle J. and Eugene A. Perito, Greenwich. Seller: Applemee Associates LLC, Greenwich. Property: 20 Orchard St., Greenwich. Amount: $825,000. Filed July 18. Phillips, Joanne G., Westport. Seller: Kevin E. O’Brien and Jeanine M. O’Brien, Westport. Property: Lot 87, Map 10120, Westport. Amount: $3.7 million. Filed July 20. Pino, Tanyia and Robert Pino, Westport. Seller: Brandon P. Hall and Blair P. Hall, Westport. Property: 104 Harbor Road, Westport. Amount: $1.9 million. Filed July 20. Rattanachantranon, Butsayarat and Douglas P. Baron, Fairfield. Seller: Lauren Dominick and Michael P. Dominick, Fairfield. Property: 240 Oakwood Drive, Fairfield. Amount: $410,000. Filed July 24. Rene, Jean, Bridgeport. Seller: Cheryl B. Bernard and Donald L. Wilson Jr., Bridgeport. Property: 110 Holly St., Bridgeport. Amount: $124,000. Filed July 19. Reyes, Eduardo, Trumbull. Seller: Jose L. Geja, Norwalk. Property: 540 E. Main St., Bridgeport. Amount: $90,000. Filed July 18. Salinas, Jose, Brooklyn, N.Y. Seller: Sean James, Bridgeport. Property: 60 Powell Place, Bridgeport. Amount: $240,000. Filed July 18. Sayan, Oscar, Bridgeport. Seller: Michael J. Mentes Jr. and Jessica A. Mentes, Bridgeport. Property: 1090-1092 Capital Ave., Bridgeport. Amount: $160,000. Filed July 20. Shepard, Kristina R. and Adam Raphael, New York, N.Y. Seller: Marc Hruschka and Shawn Hruschka, Fairfield. Property: Unit 1E of Stone Ridge at Fairfield Condominium, Fairfield. Amount: $435,000. Filed July 13. Shepherd, Pauline and Althea Josephs, Bronx, N.Y. Seller: Abe Friedman and Malka Friedman, Brooklyn, N.Y. Property: 1372-1374 Kossuth St., Bridgeport. Amount: $240,000. Filed July 18.

Siegel, Mindy, Trumbull. Seller: Fitzgerald Management LLC, Newport Beach, Calif. Property: Lot 108, Map 171, Fairfield. Amount: $475,000. Filed July 27. Simunovic, Ana and Marijan Jurac, Greenwich. Seller: Edward F. Zebro Jr. and Lola Zebro, Greenwich. Property: 140 Field Point Road, Unit 9, Greenwich. Amount: $547,500. Filed July 20. Stambovsky, Mollie and Jeremy Stambovsky, New Rochelle, N.Y. Seller: Victoria E. Blank, Hamden. Property: 3313 Park Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $510,000. Filed July 14. Steers, Katharine and Jeffrey A. Nye, Fairfield. Seller: Steven P. Forrest and Tara C. Forest, Fairfield. Property: 640 Merwins Lane, Fairfield. Amount: $1.5 million. Filed July 24. Steinle, Anna and Kenneth Steinle, Greenwich. Seller: Kenneth E. Steinle and Anne T. Steinle, Greenwich. Property: 27 Upland Street West, Greenwich. For no consideration paid. Filed July 17. Stevens, Alison Claire and Matthew Stevens, Stamford. Seller: Joseph DeMaio and Carolyn Damo, Greenwich. Property: Unit 617 of The Common III, Greenwich. Amount: $550,000. Filed July 18. Stevens, Gertrude L., Fairfield. Seller: Holly Friedman, Newton, Mass. Property: 167 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield. Amount: $220,000. Filed July 26. Stewart, Katie and Roth Stewart, Fairfield. Seller: Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, Texas. Property: 59 Moritz Place, Fairfield. Amount: $290,000. Filed July 24. Strollo, Bruce, Cheshire. Seller: Dana Lynn Pagliaro, Fairfield. Property: 31 Harvester Road, Fairfield. Amount: $368,000. Filed July 26. Sunoo, Sharon and Edward Sunoo, Greenwich. Seller: Amy M. Leahy and James D. Leahy, Greenwich. Property: 7 Hendrie Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $4.3 million. Filed July 17. Sutherland, Masmoon and James W. Sutherland, Easton. Seller: Lorraine Mandell Caplan, Fairfield. Property: 3937 Park Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $345,000. Filed July 24. Sylva, Jermaine, Fairfield. Seller: Kevin O’Halloran and Marion O’Halloran, Fairfield. Property: 305 Andrassy Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $385,000. Filed July 25. Thompson, Trisha and Michael Thompson, Westport. Seller: Valerie Ann Leff, Westport. Property: 27 Salem Road, Westport. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed July 19. Toufik, Wafaa and Abdeslam ErRyhany, Corona, N.Y. Seller: Ghislaine Francois, Bridgeport. Property: 140 Exeter St., Bridgeport. Amount: $239,000. Filed July 18.

FACTS Truesdell, Katherine F. and Frank J. Carpenteri Jr., Greenwich. Seller: Timothy M.C. Baker and Christina E. Baker, Greenwich. Property: 8 Quintard Ave., Greenwich. Amount: $3.4 million. Filed July 18. Vendig, Michele A. and Brian H. Vendig, Fairfield. Seller: 137 Charles Street Fairfield Loan LLC, Monroe. Property: 137 Charles St., Fairfield. Amount: $1.3 million. Filed July 27. Ward, Mary Lou, Rye, N.Y. Seller: Alan S. Lhota and Tamara Holliday, Greenwich. Property: 52 Lafayette Place, Unit 3A, Greenwich. Amount: $375,000. Filed July 18.

Pirane, Marcello, et al. Creditor: Federal National Mortgage Association, Dunham, N.C. Property: 66 Emerald St., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18. Quan, Cher Siong, et al. Creditor: Federal National Mortgage Association, Greenville, S.C. Property: 207 Sienna Drive, Danbury. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 12. Rivera, Natalie, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 46 Court Drive, Unit 321, Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 11.

Zuraw, Rafal, Bridgeport. Seller: SRMOF II 2012-1 Trust, Bridgeport. Property: 154-156 Bond St., Bridgeport. Amount: $109,000. Filed July 18.

Singh, Antir, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 1264-1266 E. Main St., Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 13.

FORECLOSURES

JUDGMENTS

Britto, Percy, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 87 Hazelwood Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18.

DeLaurentis, Anthony R., Fairfield. $1,857 in favor of Capital One Bank (USA) NA, Richmond, Va., by London & London, Newington. Property: 96 Papurah Road, Fairfield. Filed July 24.

Brown, Leon W., et al. Creditor: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 354 Pearl St., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18. Camacho, Jose, et al. Creditor: HSBC Bank USA NA, Mount Laurel, N.J. Property: 289 Carroll Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 13. Ciambriello, Maryann, et al. Creditor: The Bank of New York Mellon, New York, N.Y. Property: 250 N. Bishop Ave., Unit 13, Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 18. Demotses, Laura J., et al. Creditor: Specialized Loan Servicing LLC, Highland Ranch, Colo. Property: 2660 North Avenue, Unit 219, Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 13. Dufane, Christianie, et al. Creditor: U.S. Bank NA, Miamisburg, Ohio. Property: 231-233 Linwood Ave., Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 13. Emmanuel, Reasor, et al. Creditor: The Bridgeport Wilmot Apartments Inc., Bridgeport. Property: 580 Wilmot Ave., Unit 1, Bridgeport. Delinquent common charges. Filed July 10. Lake, Sharon L., et al. Creditor: Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: 985 Wood Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18. Lojo, Robert C., et al. Creditor: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 77 E. Eaton St., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18. Mack, Kimberly A., et al. Creditor: Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 279 East Ave., Bridgeport. Mortgage default. Filed July 18.

Featherston, Peter S., Fairfield. $26,327 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, N.Y., by Tobin Melien & Marohn, New Haven. Property: 775 Silver Spring Road, Fairfield. Filed July 28. Hulse, Debra L., Danbury. $992 in favor of Danbury Eye Physicians & Surgeons PC, Danbury, by Eric H. Opin, Milford. Property: 10 Mountainview Terrace, Danbury. Filed July 12. Jerrild, Carsten, Fairfield. $13,426 in favor of American Express Centurion Bank, Salt Lake City, Utah, by Zwicker & Associates PC, Enfield. Property: 130 Doreen Drive, Fairfield. Filed July 24. Kumar, Deepak, Fairfield. $5,437 in favor of Cavalry SPV I LLC, Valhalla, N.Y., by Tobin Melien & Marohn, New Haven. Property: 241 Weeping Willow Lane, Fairfield. Filed July 10. Purcell, Mary, Westport. $1,183 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by London & London, Newington. Property: 182 Green Acre Farms, Westport. Filed July 21. Stone, Janet, Fairfield. $7,018 in favor of Midland Funding LLC, San Diego, Calif., by London & London, Newington. Property: 284 South St., Fairfield. Filed July 24.

LEASES Solyanik, Natalia, by self. Landlord: Success Village Apartments Inc., Bridgeport. Property: Building 8, Apt. 361A of Success Village Condominium, Bridgeport. Term: 37 years, commenced July 20, 2017. Filed July 20.

LIENS

FEDERAL TAX LIENS-FILED Axford, Laurie and Luther P. Axford, 40 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich. $9,888, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 14. Bobby Qs Pit Stop LLC, 1340 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. $10,771, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed July 14. Chase, Reid, 21 Carrington Drive, Greenwich. $37,230, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 14. Clarke, Kimberly and Christopher P. Clarke, 25 Field Point Drive, Greenwich. $3.2 million, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 19. Cockerham, Gary W., 93 Cos Cob Road, Greenwich. $26,699, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 17. Diagnostic and Medical Specialists of Greenwich LLC, 1 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. $135,076, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed July 17. Driftwood LLC, 325 Pequot Ave., Fairfield. $819, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed July 25. Eberly, Kelly E., 200 Henry St., Apt. 3307, Stamford. $57,466, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 25. Labhaus Construction Services LLC, 34 E. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. $9,973, quarterly payroll taxes. Filed July 17. Mowbray, Mary Ellen and Robert N. Mowbray, 2 Wescott Court, Greenwich. $35,410, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 14.

FEDERAL TAX LIENS-RELEASED Chung, Sotheby, 51 Forest Ave., Apt. 101, Greenwich. $2,915, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 14. Haskell, Brittney M. and Todd Provino, 5 Twin Bridge Acre Road, Westport. $62,841, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 10. Schutz-Janssen, L., 1 Lockwood Road, Greenwich. $68,229, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 14. Trefny, Adelaida M. and Peter M. Trefny, 26 Prospect Drive, Greenwich. $16,766, a tax debt on income earned. Filed July 17.

FIGURES MECHANIC’S LIENS-RELEASED Reputation Builders LLC, Milford. Released by Luis Hardwood Flooring LLC, New Milford, by Luis Saravali. Property: 63 Tide Mill Terrace, Fairfield. Amount: $9,500. Filed July 14. WESTJUST LLC, Westport. Released by Country Wide Mechanical Services LLC, by Cheryl Byrne. Property: State Street East, Map 6953, Westport. Amount: $152,000. Filed July 18.

LIS PENDENS Black, Marcelles, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: Unit 403 of Hampshire House Condominium, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12. Black, Michael, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 210-212 Bunnell St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12. Caro, Luis F., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for the Water Pollution Control Authority for the city of Bridgeport. Property: 210-212 Clermont St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 13. Clayton, Carl, Bridgeport. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 105 Texas Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $38,400, dated May 2005. Filed July 14. D’Addario, David, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 1 Connecticut Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 13. Eagleton, Tonia, Bridgeport. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Bank of America NA, Charlotte, N.C. Property: 441 Flint St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $193,501, dated August 2008. Filed July 17.

FIA Card Services NA, et al., Greenwich. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 20 Hervey St., Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $515,200, dated May 2006. Filed July 17. Garcia, Neriberto, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 1839 Central Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12. Gold, Diane, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 2625 Park Ave., Unit 2G, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12.

Harrison, Catherine, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 350 East Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12. Hassan, Fazla, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for the Water Pollution Control Authority for the city of Bridgeport. Property: 717 W. Jackson Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 13. James, Louis J., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 84 Velvet St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $151,070, dated July 2011. Filed July 20.

Gomez, Pedro, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 593 Evers St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $291,200, dated December 2006. Filed July 13.

Jenhar Associates LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 710-712 Connecticut Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises onlien. Filed July 13.

Goodman Property Associates Inc., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for the Water Pollution Control Authority for the city of Bridgeport. Property: 1405 Chopsey Hill Road, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 12.

Johnson, Rita, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 181-183 Hanover St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 13.

Greco, Lynn M. and Thomas M. Greco, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for the Water Pollution Control Authority for the city of Bridgeport. Property: 505 Peet St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 10.

Jones, Gwendolyn, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 138-140 Laurel Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 12.

Green Tree Servicing LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Frankel & Berg, Norwalk, for Columbus Commons Condominium Association Inc., Bridgeport. Property: Unit 201 of Columbus Commons Condominiums, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 21. Hall, Samuel K., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Caliber Home Loans Inc. Property: 150 Gurdon St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $230,000, dated June 2005. Filed July 20.

Lattanzio, Thomas, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Collins Hannafin Garamella Jaber & Tuozzolo PC, Danbury, for The Lofts on Lafayette Condominium Association Inc., Bridgeport. Property: Unit 8205 of The Lofts on Lafayette, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 18. Logan, Carl, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by O’Connell, Attmore & Morris LLC, Hartford, for Bayview Loan Servicing LLC, Coral Gables, Fla. Property: 213 Lincoln Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $153,664, dated October 2009. Filed July 14.

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FACTS Lomax, Edward, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for The Bank of New York Mellon, trustee, New York, N.Y. Property: 54 Agnes St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $171,500, dated June 2004. Filed July 20. LSRP LLC, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Stephen J. Curley, Stamford, for Laureate Astoria LLC. Property: 725 Park Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of Filed July 18. Marano, John C., et al., Danbury. Filed by Kapusta, Otzel & Averaimo, Milford, for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: 3 Orchard Drive, Danbury. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $179,894, dated December 2009. Filed July 11. Marc, Legend, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for U.S. Bank NA, trustee, Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 240 Red Oak Lane, Unit 2-240, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $178,000, dated January 2006. Filed July 17. Mauricio, George, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 457-459 Harral Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 10. Mays, Robert, et al., Westport. Filed by O’Connell, Attmore & Morris LLC, Hartford, for E*Trade Bank. Property: 361 Wilton Road, Westport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $616,000, dated May 2006. Filed July 20. McKenzie, Nicole, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for HSBC Bank USA NA, Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 72 Granfield Ave., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $204,000, dated June 2006. Filed July 14. O’Donnell, John P., et al., Westport. Filed by Welch, Teodoso & Stanek LLC, Shelton, for Webster Bank NA, Waterbury. Property: 12 Weathervane Hill, Westport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $1.4 million, dated July 2002. Filed July 17. O’Gorman, Patricia A., et al., Greenwich. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for Manufacturers and Traders Trust Co., Buffalo, N.Y. Property: 10 Peters Road, Greenwich. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $350,000, dated February 2004. Filed July 21.

Pierre, Kadia A., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 10 Sullivan Place, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $206,900, dated October 2002. Filed July 20. Riley Jr., Melville T., et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Witherspoon Law Offices, Farmington, for Wells Fargo Bank NA, Frederick, Md. Property: 2600 Park Ave., Unit 8-T, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a condominium lien for delinquent common charges and assessments and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 14. Torres, Eduardo, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for the Water Pollution Control Authority for the city of Bridgeport. Property: 385 William St., Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on a sewer-use lien for nonpayment of sewer-use fees and take immediate possession of the property. Filed July 13. Veno, Dolores Maria, et al., Fairfield. Filed by Bendett and McHugh PC, Farmington, for Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Lewisville, Texas. Property: 35 John St., Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $150,000, dated May 1997. Filed July 14. Wahlberg, Maura Lee, et al., Fairfield. Filed by Leopold & Associates, Stamford, for Deutsche Bank National Trust Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. Property: 2425 Merwins Lane, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $1.5 million, dated March 2005. Filed July 13. Wellner, Eileen, et al., Fairfield. Filed by McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLC, Hartford, for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Columbus, Ohio. Property: 187 Mayweed Road, Fairfield. Action: to foreclose on a delinquent mortgage in the original principal amount of $250,000, dated November 2006. Filed July 24. Zarnetske, Georgeanne, et al., Bridgeport. Filed by The Law Office of Juda J. Epstein, Bridgeport, for Benchmark Municipal Tax Services Ltd., Bridgeport. Property: 340 Texas Ave., Unit 42, Bridgeport. Action: to foreclose on tax liens levied by the city of Bridgeport against the owner of the premise and obtain possession of the premises on lien. Filed July 13.

MORTGAGES 52 Brookside Drive LLC, Rye, N.Y., by Gary Hirsch. Lender: Modern Bank NA, New York, N.Y. Property: 52 Brookside Drive, Greenwich. Amount: $2.8 million. Filed July 21. 63 Richfield LLC, Trumbull, by Henry Showah. Lender: Union Savings Bank, Danbury. Property: 63 Richfield Road, Bridgeport. Cost undisclosed. Filed July 18.

Cardoso Enterprises LLC, Fairfield, by Marcos Cardoso. Lender: Secure Capital Group LLC, Stratford. Property: 1663 Melville Ave., Fairfield. Amount: $200,000. Filed July 28. Fairfield Equities LLC, Norwalk, by Jason Murdock. Lender: Alpine Funding Corp., Tenafly, N.J. Property: 212 Old Mill Road, Greenwich. Amount: $1.4 million. Filed July 18. Omaha LLC, by Kenneth Gruder. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Westmont, Ill. Property: 209 Hillspoint Road, Westport. Amount: $643,599. Filed July 20. Palsa LLC, Southport, by James Palsa. Lender: Westport National Bank, Westport. Property: 230 Spruce St., Fairfield. Amount: $431,250. Filed July 12. Powerscourt Westover LLC, Fairfield, by Thomas J. McLaughlin. Lender: B. Joan Hickey, Guilford. Property: 1501 Kings Highway, Fairfield. Amount: $650,400. Filed July 14. WAMS LLC, Greenwich, by Kerri L. Breed. Lender: JPMorgan Chase Bank NA, Westmont, Ill. Property: Orchard Hill Lane, Greenwich. Amount: $2.2 million. Filed July 14. WR River LLC, Harrison, N.Y., by Jason L. Friedland. Lender: PCSB Bank, Yorktown Heights, N.Y. Property: 261 River St., Bridgeport. Amount: $690,000. Filed July 17.

NEW BUSINESSES 1022 Capitol Ave, 1022-1024 Capitol Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Helena Nguyen and Chi Nguyen. Filed July 19. 65 Ocean Ave LLC, 65-67 Ocean Ave., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Helena Nguyen and Chi Nguyen. Filed July 19. Bar Method Westport, 25 Sylvan Road South, Westport 06880, c/o Bar Fairfield LLC. Filed July 19. Cherub African Beauty and Supply, 212 Norman St., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Kolani Yendouboame. Filed July 19. Cherub African Beauty and Supply, 961 State St., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Kolani Yendouboame. Filed July 19. Currivan Construction Services, 12 Perna Lane, Greenwich 06878, c/o Frank Currivan III. Filed July 20. Economy Energy LLC, 11 Ferry Lane West, Westport 06880, c/o Ted Giannitti. Filed July 18. European Wrought Iron Railing, 30 Union Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Jose T. Borges. Filed July 18. Paws Out, 17 Bennett St., Apt. 1, Stamford 06901, c/o Dustin Gray. Filed July 19.

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FIGURES R. Way Deli, 866 North Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Vincent Rigoli and Ramon Andujar. Filed July 19. Songbird Music Studios, 113 Ellsworth St., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Kristin Butler. Filed July 20. Source Coffeebys, 2889 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport 06605, c/o Courtney Hartl. Filed July 17. Terre Arma Consulting, 29 Brookside Ave., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Carolina Bonaparte. Filed July 17. W. Ferreira Painting Corp., 36 Comly Ave., Greenwich 06807, c/o Wellington Ferreira. Filed July 17. Wirico Investment Partners, 50 Carriglea Drive, Greenwich 06878, c/o Charles H. Winkler. Filed July 19. Xavier Cellphone & Computer Repair LLC, 2535 Main St., Bridgeport 06606, c/o Cristiano Xavier. Filed July 20. Zuri Dinkum Investors LLC, 1000 Lafayette Blvd., Suite 1100, Bridgeport 06604, c/o Senora Randal. Filed July 19.

PATENTS Dispensing applicator for fluids. Patent no. 9,717,892 issued to Jack W. Kaufman, Merrick, N.Y.; and James Brown, Armonk, N.Y. Assigned to Biomed Packaging Systems Inc, Norwalk. Fuser for electrophotographic printing having resistive trace with gap. Patent no. 9,727,014 issued to Tab A. Tress, Henrietta, N.Y.; Brian J. Gillis, Penfield, N.Y.; Allen J. Thompson, Sodus, N.Y.; and Michael A. Fayette, Webster, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Optimal color rendition using spot colors during printing. Patent no. 9,729,759 issued to David C. Robinson, Penfield, N.Y.; Raju Seetharam, Pittsford, N.Y.; and Steven E. Haehn, Rochester, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Patterning clear-marking material based on color darkness. Patent no. 9,712,722 issued to Eliud Robles Flores, Rochester, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Policy aware configurable data redaction based on sensitivity and use factors. Patent no. 9,727,746 issued to David R. Vandervort, Walworth, N.Y.; Andres Quiroz Hernandez, Rochester, N.Y.; and Yasmine Charif, Rochester, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk.

Sacrificial coating and indirect printing apparatus employing sacrificial coating on intermediate transfer member. Patent no 9,718,964 issues to James R. Larson, Fairport, N.Y.; Jeffrey J. Folkins, Rochester, N.Y.; Mandakini Kanungo, Penfield, N.Y.; and Santokh S. Badesha, Pittsford, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Scanner providing centered alignment marks. Patent no. 9,712,704 issued to Lee Coy Moore, Penfield, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk.

System and method for analysis of compact printed test patterns. Patent no. 9,707,785 issued to Patricia J. Donaldson, Pittsford, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk. Use of stored search results by a travel search system. Patent no. 9,727,649 issued to Matthew S. Garman, Evanston, Ill. Assigned to Kayak Software Corp., Norwalk. Video/vision-based access control method and system for parking occupancy determination, which is robust against abrupt camera field of view changes. Patent no. 9,716,837 issued to Wencheng Wu, Webster, N.Y. Assigned to Xerox Corp., Norwalk.

European Markets Trader Associate (AQR Capital Management, LLC Greenwich, CT) Trade variety of instrmnts in Eur mkts incl equities, currencies, mtges, commodities & int rate swaps. F/T. Reqrs Bach’s dgr (or frgn equiv) in Finan, Comp Sci, Math, Engnr’g, Econ or rel quant fld & 2 yrs exp in job offrd or w/ trad’g in glbl finan/captl mkts incl Fixd Income, Currencies/Frgn Exchnge & Intrst Rate Swaps. Must also have 2 yrs exp in fllw’g: trad’g instrmnts incl equities, commodties or repo; trad’g at lrg glbl asset mngr or int’l multi-asset class sell-side instit; C++, Java, Perl or VBA sftwre prgrmm’g; prgrmm’g w/ SQL or Excel; Bloomberg, OMS & trad’g pltfrms, & mkt trad’g convntns across regions & asset-classes; us’g full trade life-cycle exp incl trade-capture, book’g & settlmnt to improve wrkflw, processes & tech; execut’g trades in Eur mkts; &, cndct’g trade anlyses w/ lrg data sets & dvlp’g implmntn strtgs. Must be avlbl to work 2 a.m. to noonMon thru Fri. Exp may be gained cncrrntly. Resumes: AQR Capital Management, LLC, ATTN: S. Rao, 2 Greenwich Plaza, 3rd Flr, Greenwich, CT 06830. Job Code AQR-157. GAA Research Associate (AQR Capital Management, LLC – Greenwich, CT) Optmze cmpny’s asset mgmt stratgs. F/T. Reqs Mstr’s degr in Finan, Econ, Bus Admin or rel quant fld & 2 yrs exp in job offrd or prfrm’g fixd income rsrch for instrmnts incl govt bonds, bond futures, swaps, TIPS, MBS, corp bonds or simlr instrmnts. Must have 2 yrs exp in fllw’g: fixd incme rsrch incl risk anlytics & relative value anlyses; macroecon rsrch incl bus cycle anlysis; stats & numericl tchnqs incl OLS, panel regrssn & MLE; prgrmm’g in Stata, SAS, MATLAB, R, SQL or Python; &, data sources incl Bloomberg, CRSP, Compustat, or Datastream as well as dealer data prvded by JPM, Barclays & BAML. Exp may be gained cncrrntly. In lieu of Mstr’s degr & 2 yrs exp as stated, employer will accpt Ph.D. in stated fld & grad-lvl edu or academic rsrch in each of the items stated above. Resumes: S. Rao, AQR Capital Management, LLC, 2 Greenwich Plaza, Greenwich, CT 06830. Job ID: AQR-174 GAA Research Associate (AQR Capital Management, LLC – Greenwich, CT) Dvlp & implmnt proprietary quant invstmnt strtgs for cmpny. F/T. Reqrs Ph.D. in Econ, Finan, or rel fld. Grad lvl coursewrk or acadmc rsrch must incl fllw’g: econ, econometrics, stats, & mchne lrn’g; asset pric’g mdls, incl CAPM & APT; stochastic calc & finan deriv pric’g; mchne lrn’g tchnqs & algorithms, incl k-NN, SVM, random forest, & boost’g; Bayesian stat mdl’g; optmztn technqs & algorithms, incl Newtn’s mthd, gradient descnt, & dual mthds; empiricl rsrch in asset pric’g & common econ datasets, incl CRSP & Compustat; common data anlysis tools, incl Numpy, Pandas, & Tensorflow; code mgmt tools, incl Git; docmntatn tools, incl Sphinx; big data anlysis & cloud cmput’g tools, incl AWS & Azure; Query lnguags, incl SQL; &, prgrmm’g in Python, Matlab, R, or rel for stats anlysis. Resumes: S. Rao, AQR Capital Management, LLC, 2 Greenwich Plaza, Greenwich, CT 06830. Job ID: GRA-GLE. Senior Solutions Analyst (Nestlé Waters North America, Inc. – Stamford, CT) Spprt bus solutn dsgn, sustn & implmntn actvts. F/T. Reqrs Bach’s dgr (or frgn equiv) in Ind Engnr’g, Supply Chain, or rel fld & 5 yrs exp in job offrd or w/ bus procss intgrtn & dsgn. Must have 5 yrs exp in fllw’g: stkehldr mgmt in cross functnl envrnmnt; SAP incl APO-Demand Plan’g & APO-Supply Pln’g; prjct mgmt & coordnt’g full life cycle implmntns; coordint’g all dploymnt initiatvs w/in prjcts & ensur’g relvnt issues are communictd, addrssd & reslvd; SAP intgrtn w/ addtn’l supply chain functns incl Purchs’g, Custmr Srvce, Materials Handl’g, Trnsprt or Qual Assurnce; wrk’g w/in an int’l, multicultural org; &, anlyz’g custom bus reqs & produc’g functnl specs. Exp may be gained cncurrntly. Resumes: J. Buenrostro, Nestlé USA, Inc., 800 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203. JobID: SSA-YLA.

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